Global packaging solution company, Schütz, has launched its new intermediate bulk container (IBC) steel pallet – featuring an extra skid for optimum weight distribution.
Featuring a much larger contact area, the three-skid steel pallet by Schütz ensures the optimum distribution of heavy loads and, thanks to its special geometry, is the ideal solution for customers who require extra stable and robust IBCs in logistics and production centres.
According to Schütz, an additional centre skid increases the contact surface by 900 per cent compared to a conventional steel skid pallet. This significantly reduces the base pressure per square centimetre and the load is optimally distributed, meaning that even heavy transport loads and high-density goods can be moved safely and reliably.
The 3-skid steel pallet plays best to its strengths in warehouses, and with any kind of conveyor solution. The smooth and large contact surfaces have improved rolling properties, and the system is particularly suitable for transport on conveyor systems.
One of the main aims during the development process of the new product was to ensure smooth transport, especially at junctions. The new pallet offers equally impressive performance in high-bay warehouses. Even when transporting IBCs filled with high-density products, it displays only minimal sagging.
The pallet can be accessed from all sides with trucks ensuring supremely convenient handling during loading. The lowered stringer height facilitates side entry with forklift trucks or hand pallet trucks. The pallet is nestable and can be stacked to reduce volume, and its embossed steel skids, with ribbed design, ensure high resistance to deformation.
Compared to wooden pallets, the three-skid steel pallet offers maximum cleanliness, abrasion resistance and durability. As it can be reused multiple times, it is more cost effective and eco-friendly.
According to Schütz, the product roll-out will start in Germany and then be gradually available globally – including through Schütz Australia, which manufactures on site at its facilities in Melbourne and Brisbane, with reconditioning services also available in Perth.
