Pallet crates, pallets boxes and pallets
Pallet crates, pallet boxes and pallets provide practical options for storing, handling and transporting goods. Available in different materials and designs, they can help protect products during storage and transit while making loads easier to move using suitable handling equipment.
From reusable plastic and wooden pallets to pallet boxes and crates for heavier items, different options suit different industries and requirements. At Kite Packaging, we offer a full range of pallet products, boxes and handling solutions for businesses across the UK.
Pallet Crates and Pallet Boxes
Pallet crates and pallet boxes provide a reliable way to store, protect and transport goods. Unlike separate pallets used as a base for a load, pallet boxes combine storage and handling in one practical solution. They can be particularly useful for heavy items, bulk goods and products requiring additional protection during transit.
Pallet boxes and crates can also make movement around warehouses easier when used with suitable handling equipment. Depending on the product, loads can be moved using forklifts or pallet trucks, supporting efficient loading, unloading and transportation.
Different materials suit different requirements, which is why pallet crates, boxes and pallets are available in several designs. Choosing the right option depends on the goods being stored or transported, the level of protection required and how the load will be handled.
Plastic Pallet Boxes
Plastic pallet boxes combine a pallet and container, eliminating the need for separate pallets and containers. This makes them a practical option for businesses that regularly need to move, store and protect goods.
At Kite Packaging, our plastic pallet boxes are designed for repeated use across a wide range of industries. When nested for storage, the lids lie flat against the solid sides of the box in a vertical position, with no lid overhang. This helps make efficient use of available storage space when the containers aren’t being used.
Plastic pallet boxes can be lifted directly using appropriate machinery, making handling and movement easier. Their reusable design also provides a cost effective solution for businesses looking for pallet boxes suitable for repeated storage and transport.
Wooden Pallets and Presswood Pallets
Wooden pallets are commonly used for storing, handling and transporting goods across a wide range of industries. At Kite Packaging, our timber pallets are manufactured from solid timber sourced from sustainable sources. They’re designed for repeated use and are available in both small and large options.
The range includes different pallet types to suit various storage and transportation requirements:
- Timber pallets: These wooden pallets feature four-way forklift entry, helping with loading and unloading using suitable forklifts and handling equipment.
- Presswood pallets: Made from reclaimed and recycled wood, these pallets provide an alternative to traditional wooden pallets.
- Nestable designs: Presswood pallets can be nested when not in use, helping businesses make better use of available storage space.
- Transport: Their design makes presswood pallets easier to handle and cheaper to transport.
Both options provide practical ways to carry and move goods, with the right pallet depending on the products, storage environment and handling requirements.
Pallet Boxes for Heavy Items
Pallet boxes and bulk boxes provide a protective option for heavy items that need storing, shipping or transporting. At Kite Packaging, our pallet boxes are manufactured from strong double wall stitched corrugated board, providing a reliable solution for goods during transit.
These pallet boxes can be quickly collapsed when they’re no longer required, helping reduce the storage space they occupy. Their design also makes them suitable for export, providing a practical way to protect heavy loads when shipping or exporting goods.
Choosing pallet boxes designed for heavier products can help keep goods contained and protected throughout storage, handling and transportation.
Timber Cases, Wooden Crates and Pallet Crates
Timber cases and wooden crates provide added protection when storing and transporting extremely heavy goods or highly fragile products. Made using timber from sustainable sources, these strong containers can carry products weighing several hundred kilos.
Wooden crates can be stacked two or three high during storage, transit and export, helping businesses make better use of available space. Their strength also makes them suitable for shipping goods that need greater protection during transportation.
Pallet crates and other protective containers can suit applications where a standard pallet alone may not provide enough protection. When choosing crates for heavy loads, consider the weight and type of goods, how they’ll be handled and the requirements of the journey.
Plastic Pallets
Plastic pallets provide a reusable option for storing, handling and transporting goods. At Kite Packaging, our plastic pallets are black with an open-deck design and are made for repeated use.
Their low unladen weight makes the pallets cheaper to transport, while the nestable design helps reduce the amount of storage space required when they’re not in use. This can also make return transportation more practical.
Durable and long-lasting, plastic pallets can suit businesses looking for a reusable alternative for regular movement and storage of goods.
Pallet Handling and Storage Equipment
Alongside pallets and pallet boxes, the right handling and storage equipment can help businesses manage goods throughout their operation. At Kite Packaging, our range includes several products for moving, storing and organising pallet loads.
- Pallet trucks: Provide a practical option for moving suitable pallet loads around warehouses and other working environments.
- Pallet stacking frames: Provide an additional option for businesses looking to organise pallet storage.
- Steel pallet stillages: Our range of steel stillages provides another option for storing and handling goods.
- Do not stack cones: Clearly identify pallet loads where other goods shouldn’t be stacked on top.
Choosing suitable equipment can support the movement and handling of goods during storage, loading and transportation.
Thermal Pallet Covers and Pallet Stabilising Bands
Some pallet loads need additional protection or support during storage and transit. Our thermal pallet covers are designed to help keep products at a constant temperature. They can also be combined with suitable box liners and ice packs to create a controlled environment.
For securing suitable loads, Sanstrap pallet stabilising bands stretch around the pallet contents to help stabilise them. Key benefits include:
- Easy transportation around an operation using the dispenser box
- A cost effective solution for stabilising suitable pallet loads
- 100% recyclable material
These products provide additional options for protecting and securing goods during storage and transport.
What Is the Average Cost of a Pallet?
The cost of a pallet can vary depending on its material, design and intended use. Options include presswood, corrugated, steel and plastic products, so businesses should consider their storage, handling and transportation requirements when comparing prices.
At Kite Packaging, we supply a range of pallet products at competitive prices, with wholesale discounts automatically applied when buying in bulk. Reusable options can also provide a cost effective solution over time. Our heavy-duty plastic pallets, for example, are designed for frequent reuse, helping businesses get more from their packaging and handling products.
Find Pallet Crates, Pallet Boxes and Pallets at Kite Packaging
At Kite Packaging, we offer pallet crates, pallet boxes, plastic pallets, wooden pallet boxes and related handling products to suit different storage and transport requirements. Our range provides options for protecting, storing and moving goods across various industries.
Explore our pallet products online to find a suitable solution for your business. If you need help choosing between pallets, crates or bespoke pallet boxes, contact our team and we’ll help you find the right option for your requirements.
Pallet Crates and Pallet Boxes FAQs
Find answers to common questions about pallet crates, pallet boxes, plastic pallet boxes and choosing suitable products for storage and transport.
What are pallet crates used for?
Pallet crates can be used for storing, handling and transporting goods that need greater protection than a standard pallet alone provides. The right option will depend on the products being carried and how they’ll be handled.
What are pallet boxes used for?
Pallet boxes provide a practical way to contain, store and transport goods. They can be particularly useful for heavy items and bulk goods that need protection during storage, handling or transit.
What is the difference between pallets and pallet boxes?
A pallet provides a base for assembling, storing, handling and transporting a load. Pallet boxes provide an enclosed container for goods, offering additional protection around the contents.
Are plastic pallet boxes reusable?
Yes. Our plastic pallet boxes are designed to be used repeatedly. They can also be nested when not in use, helping to reduce the storage space required.
What pallets are suitable for heavy loads?
The right pallet for heavy loads depends on factors such as the weight, size and type of goods being transported. Kite offers different pallet materials and designs to suit a range of requirements.
Can pallet boxes be used for export?
Yes, suitable pallet boxes can be used for export. Our double wall stitched corrugated pallet boxes provide a strong and protective option for shipping and exporting goods.
