COST OF TIMBER PALLET FAILURE FOR CRITICAL COMPONENTS
When mission-critical equipment components are transported on timber pallets, the pallet itself can become the weakest link in the supply chain. Heavy loads, repeated handling, exposure to the elements, and long storage periods can all contribute to timber degradation. Over time, timber pallets crack, split, absorb moisture, and lose structural integrity, creating unnecessary risk for high-value assets.
CONSEQUENCES OF FAILED PALLETS
The consequences extend beyond damaged packaging. A failed pallet can lead to:
- Load instability during transport
- Unsafe handling operations
- Damage to critical components, causing delays and rework
- Time wastage while equipment is resecured or replaced
- Staff tied up with inventory management of failing pallets, that require regular replacement
For operations that rely on equipment availability, even a small delay or minor handling challenge can have significant impacts on downtime for wider operations.
Timber pallet failure is common in operations, with the projected lifespan of a timber pallet being around 6 months at best.
Changing the inventory of pallets to steel provided certainty that downtime due to pallet failure would no longer hinder operations.
A cost-effective and sustainable alternative to timber pallets, the Xyphos offer a reliable storage and transport solution.
TIMBER PALLETS SLOWING DOWN OPERATIONS
Traditional timber pallets are often designed for single-use or light-duty applications, making them ill-suited to the repeated transport, storage, and handling cycles associated with heavy industrial equipment. As components move between locations in all types of environments and weather, they can be damaged or break down — which compromises their performance.
MAKING THE SWITCH TO STEEL
Steel transport pallets are Engineered to withstand repeated handling and transport cycles and provide a more reliable alternative for heavy and valuable equipment. Steel pallets, such as the DAYWALK Xyphos and Spartan solutions are a sustainable alternative to timber pallets. These steel pallets are transport certified and will maintain their structural integrity under load.
