Disposable/recyclable pallet system and method
US6976435B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 3, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 30, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2571/00086
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pallet system for supporting a load of packages is disclosed. The pallet system is comprised of a plurality of pallet units. Each pallet unit may have a load support portion, a plurality of side portions attached thereto, and a flange portion attached to the side portions. The load support portion is adapted to be placed directly adjacent to the bottom surface of the load. The side portions have openings sufficiently sized to receive forks of a forklift. The flange portion is flexible and extends continuously around the periphery of the pallet unit. A method for supporting a load of packages utilizing a plurality of pallet units is also disclosed.
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