How to choose a pallet distribution company
Posted on: 29 October 2019
If you are looking for an easy way to ship your goods, then one of the most effective solutions is to use pallets. Pallets are a great way to safely move heavy loads and to ensure stability and strength are maintained during transit. If you want to use a pallet distribution company to move your cargo from one location to the next, then you must be sure that you have found a company on whom you can rely to complete the transport safely and efficiently. Here are four things that you should look for when making your selection of a pallet distribution company.
What area do they cover?
What type of delivery service does the company offer? Do they only like to take on local deliveries? Do they specialise in interstate pallet distribution or international deliveries? You will want a company that is willing to deliver the pallets to your destination and who has the experience to achieve that goal. Ask them about where they normally deliver and how much experience their team has in palletised road transport.
How many pallets do you need?
Whether you can fit everything you want to ship onto a single pallet or whether you will need multiple pallets, your chosen company should be able to accommodate your requirements. You might think that if you only need one pallet then you could save money by shipping the cargo without the pallet but that doesn't work. Choosing to use pallets not only protects your cargo but also reduces the amount of manual handling involved. Therefore, it actually reduces your shipping costs.
How does the company charge?
One of the biggest problems with shipping goods is unexpected surcharges and additional fees that can sometimes occur. By choosing a good pallet distribution company, you can avoid these fees by ensuring that your goods are correctly packed from the start. A responsible distribution company will know how to load their trucks with the pallets in rigid columns to maximise the use of all the available space. They should stack their pallets efficiently without allowing non-palleted goods that can't be stacked to consume too much valuable space.
Does the company invest in their network?
When looking for a pallet distribution company, it is best to find a company that isn't afraid to invest in the future of their business. Ask how much they invest in their vehicles, in their transport hubs, and in the technology needed to keep their company running smoothly and ensure the fastest possible delivery times for their customers.
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