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Pallets

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The document discusses the role of pallets in facilitating the movement and storage of unitized goods, particularly focusing on wood pallets, other materials like plastic, metal, and composite, as well as new technologies such as Airdex pallets. It provides detailed insights into the characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of various pallet materials and designs. The Inland Marine Underwriters Association (IMUA) is acknowledged for providing educational resources for underwriters and claims specialists in the commercial inland marine insurance industry. Considerations for selecting pallets based on strength, stiffness, durability, functionality, and cost are outlined. The document also delves into property loss control considerations in terms of fire risks, idle pallet storage regulations, and various pallet terminology. Various references and standards related to pallets are cited, including fire protection guidelines, pallet standards, and industry overviews. In addition, the document mentions the importance of compliance with regulations such as NFPA standards and the International Standards Organization (ISO) guidelines when dealing with pallets. The association of pallets with logistics security and cargo tracking technologies, like Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and GPS tracking devices, for efficient monitoring and protection against theft is highlighted.

Keywords

pallets

unitized goods

wood pallets

plastic pallets

metal pallets

composite pallets

Airdex pallets

pallet materials

Inland Marine Underwriters Association

logistics security