Aluminium pallets are usually used for storing and transporting heavy goods by air or sea, and they are particularly used by businesses that store goods outdoors.

This type of pallet is also popular for use in walk-in fridges and freezers. The most popular metal pallet is an aluminum pallet, as they are strong and hygienic.

The benefits of aluminum pallets

There are many different reasons why businesses prefer and purchase aluminum pallets. We have listed seven of these below:

•    Superior strength compared to plastic and wooden pallets
•    Will not rot or decay during poor weather conditions
•    Not susceptible to pests unlike wooden pallets
•    Will not splinter or crack easily
•    Environmentally friendly as they are recyclable
•    Suitable for food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries as they are easy to clean
•    Long-lasting

With any product, there are some downsides and the aluminum pallet is the same. If you are transporting a lot of products, you may find that your costs will increase, as aluminum pallets are significantly heavier than other types of pallets.

With this in mind, you may also find that moving these pallets from A to B will be more labour-intensive. They may also slow down how quickly you can load and unload your stock. However for you, like a lot of others, the pros may outweigh the cons.

Taking your business into consideration

The individual circumstances of your business will be what the final decision ultimately boils down to when deciding which pallets you should purchase.

Once purchased, an aluminum pallet requires little in the way of maintenance and can stand many years of transporting, even in extreme weather conditions.

Investing in metal pallets is a smart business move as, while you may have to pay more initially, they are cost-effective in the long run as you do not have to replace on a regular basis.

Where to buy aluminum pallets

AIC Plastic Pallets LTD has aluminum pallets in mainly two sizes; 1200x800mm and 1200x1000mm but have also the capacity to supply in odd sizes depending on quantities. Both of these have been designed using innovative technology, by ourselves and our partners.

AIC is an experienced pallet brand that you can rely on to provide durable products for your business.

Nothing but high-quality pallets

Feedback from our customers has confirmed that our focus on producing high-quality products has resulted in many satisfied customers. Even so, we are still dedicated to improving our technology on an ongoing basis.

Our pallets are available to buy. However, if you only need pallets in the short-term, there is an option to rent.

Making the right choice when it comes to quality pallets will lead to a stress-free storage and transport process. This will save your company time and money.

To enquire about any of our products and to get advice on what pallet is best suited to your business, get in touch with us today.