Use a Slip Sheet. This is a plastic sheet, used to protect cargo on the bottom of the pallet. On wooden pallets, spaces between decks can be up to 4 inches, which results in no support of the boxes’ bottom. To avoid compression strength deprivation, use slip sheets to cover the bottom of the pallet.
Put Boxes in Stable Position. It’s a simple physics law: create a stable base layer by placing the heaviest boxes on the bottom of the pallet. The top layer should be full for steadiness, but if there are not enough boxes to fully stack a pallet, place the last few along the outside edge.
Stack in Columns. For greater stability, boxes should be stacked in columns with one box directly over the other. To reduce the danger of damage, stick items as close to each other as possible. Column stacks prove to be the best way to make pallets stable and safe for shipment.
Strap for Extra Safety. Use metal strapping or plastic wrap to secure individual pieces over 150 pounds to the pallet. Keep banding and straps close to the load to minimize damage.
Use Stretch Wrap. Putting boxes into columns can make the load sensitive to shifting. The best solution to this problem is to use stretch wrap. It can be applied manually or with the help from a wrap machine.
Help from Labels. For correct palletizing, print a visual reminder of proper pallet patterns and place it on the container or provide it to the staff. Also, don’t forget to label all shipment pallets with an address and phone number.