Inca palettes
INKA palette
Sustainable, robust, practical - the INKA pallet combines these and many other positive characteristics. Its classic identifying feature, which immediately distinguishes it from all other types of pallet, is not only its shape but also its material composition: pressed wood. It is particularly suitable for the transport industry.
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definition
An INKA pallet is a so-called disposable pallet made of compressed wood - made from wood chips and the binding agent urea resin. Nevertheless, it can be used multiple times. It is available in different sizes. This pallet is manufactured under high pressure and at high temperatures. It can be easily disposed of in the waste wood container on your own farm or at a recycling center.
The shapes and sizes of the INKA palette vary. There are all kinds of variants from ¼ palettes to CP3 sizes.
certificate
INKA pallets are ISPM 15 compliant. They require neither pre-treatment nor IPPC marking for international export.
ISPM 15 - This regulation ensures that there is no import of wood pests into foreign ecosystems.
The INKA palette offers several advantages. Here are the most important points.
- Enormous space savings by stacking the INKA pallets - up to 66%
- Completely biodegradable
- Low weight; varies between 3 kg and 18 kg, depending on size
- Reusable
- Established in exchange systems
- Low purchase price
- IPPC-ISPM 15 compliant
- Individual sizes and loads
- No exchange or tracking required: no rental or exchange costs
- Easy stretching thanks to conical foot shape and rounded corners
- Robust
- The closed bottom prevents the transported goods from becoming dirty
- There are no square edges; these are rounded - this reduces the risk of injury
The disadvantages of the INKA palette are relatively minor compared to the advantages. However, they can be significant; it all depends on the intended use.
- The pressed wood is not as resilient as solid wood or plastic
- INKA pallets are not as durable as other types of pallets
- Not suitable for steel strapping
- Not resistant to moisture
models
Here is an overview of the different models.
| pallet size | length in mm | width in mm | Static load capacity up to | Dynamic load capacity up to | Average dead weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 Euro pallet | 400 | 600 | 750 kg | 250 kg | 2.5 kg |
| 1/2 Euro pallet | 800 | 600 | 1500 kg | 500 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Euro pallet | 1200 | 800 | 3750 kg | 1250 kg | 11 kg |
| industrial pallet | 1200 kg | 1000 | 2700 kg | 900 kg | 14.5 kg |
| container | 1140 | 1140 | 3750 kg | 1250 kg | 18 kg |
Mission
INKA pallets are particularly suitable for transport. They are suitable for both national and international use. They are also perfect as a basis for cardboard displays to present goods - in supermarkets or at trade fairs.
Tips for handling
- Set fork width to maximum 56 mm
- Do not push or pull pallets
- To separate stacks, carefully insert the forks from below
- Store pallets dry or order with PE covers
- Only stack INKA pallets on normal pallets in high-bay warehouses; i.e. store a Europool pallet or similar at the bottom and then place the stacked INKA pallets on top
- Avoid point loads on the pallets
- Always distribute loading and unloading evenly across the pallet to ensure balance and stability
