This is what the chemical industry came up with prior to developing actual drawings.
 | 1. Recommended nominal base dimensions +3mm(1/8") tolerance:
 | 1200 x 1000mm |
| 1300 x 1100mm |
| 1140 x 1140mm |
| NOTE: US equivalent nominal sizes
 | 48" x 40" |
| 52" x 44" |
| 45" x 45" |
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| 2. Maximum recommended platform height 155 mm(6"). |
| 3. Square in each direction.
| NOTE: The difference in length of the two diagonals should
not exceed 13 mm(1/2"). |
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| 4. Four-way, partial four-way, or two way entry. |
| 5. Should be capable of accommodating pallet jacks.
| Note: For acceptable performance it is recommended that
pallet jack openings have a minimum width of 305mm(12") and a minimum height of
95.mm(3 3/4) when under maximum load. The bottom surface should have 305 mm(12")
square openings properly placed for pallet jack wheels. The center support should be a
maximum of 155 mm(6") wide |
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| 6. Top and bottom bearing surfaces should be designed to support the intended weight and
package type; be flat, non-skid and have no indentations or protrusions that could cause
product damage.
| NOTE: For acceptable performance it is recommended that the
top bearing surface have a minimum coverage of 62 percent and the bottom bearing surface
have a minimum coverage of 45 percent. |
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| 7. Maximum recommended deflection of loaded pallet if racked: 12 mm(1/2"). |
| 8. No protruding fasteners. |
| 9. Should be made of recyclable materials. |
| 10. Compatible in at least one direction with pallet conveyors, dispensers and automatic
storage/retrieval systems. |
| 11. Minimum recommended load capacity: One metric ton. |
| 12. Should be capable of multiple stackings. |
| 13. Should be capable of multiple trips. |
| 14. Should be capable of safely moving product through it entire distribution system.
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