Discover the benefits of pallet collars.

Discover the benefits of pallet collars.

Did you know that using pallet collars you can save over 80% of the warehouse space? Currently, euro pallets and pallet extensions are the two most important solutions used to meet all requirements for the transport of high-quality products. You may have heard the term, but what exactly are wooden pallet collars? What are the advantages of using them next to wooden pallets?

What are pallet collars?

Pallet collars are a very popular and efficient way to build a solid wooden crate. They are an ideal solution for storing, packaging and shipping products that must be protected and secured. They are also very durable. Pallet collars have become so popular that over 20,000,000 new collars are produced worldwide every year!

Pallet collars on the shelves in the warehouse

Pallet collars are a convenient and economical option for those who need modern and efficient packaging solutions. They are ideal for heavy, irregularly shaped products and are a great replacement for classic wooden crates, made to order. Due to their simple construction, they allow you to build a crate of any height. Solid hinges and full repeatability of dimensions gives the possibility of placing pallet extensions on a pallet, as well as directly on the following extension, thanks to which we can adjust the height of the solid box ourselves.

Wooden collar for EPAL pallet

The pallet collars usually consist of four or six planks, together with the corresponding number of hinges, which ensure the stable positioning of the extension on the pallet (or collar) and folding the extension when not in use. They are produced in 3 dimensions: 600x800 mm, 1200x800 mm and 1200x1000 mm, thus matching the corresponding dimensions of wooden pallets. The standard height of the extension is 200 mm. Pallet collars are simple and easy-to-install. The extension is securely placed on the pallet, and when not in use, it can be folded and stacked, thus gaining space in the warehouse.

Basic advantages of pallet collars

Product protection

As mentioned above, pallet collars help to hold goods loaded on pallets. Because some products placed on pallets may be unstable, it is necessary to use appropriate protection to avoid any damage during loading or storage. Pallet collars perform this function. After mounting, they secure the load against falling or sliding sideways.

A perfect complement to the resulting box, made of pallet collars, are various types of covers for pallet collars. They come in standard pallet sizes 800x600, 1200x800 and 1200x1000mm. All models of covers protect our goods from above, and thanks to the appropriate construction they do not slide off the extensions. For example, a wooden 1200x800 cover is equipped with two stabilizing slats that prevent the goods from moving during transport. Such covers can be bought or rented, and you do not have to worry about the quality of the wood because all wooden covers are IPPC certified. We can also choose other options for covers that protect the product against dirt or moisture, such as plywood covers or OSB boards.

Plastic corners and hinges are necessary accessories for a pallet top

We can use various accessories to secure the collars during transport and storage. These include, for example, plastic corners, which facilitate stacking of pallets directly on the extensions arranged on the pallet below. They prevent the pallet from sliding off, which stands directly on the extension. The distance corners, in turn, provide access to products transported in the pallet below without having to remove the pallet from the stack.

Space saving

Due to their unique design, wooden pallet collars can be a great tool for saving space, both in warehouses as cargo transportation. Using the pallet collars, you'll be able to stack them more efficiently on a wooden pallet, without worrying about damage to the load. Unlike wooden crates, the collars can be folded when not in use.

When stacked on top of each other, the pallet collars form a stack. Workers from the storage and transport industry prefer them because they are light, durable and portable. Typical dimensions of the extensions are: 600x800, 800x1200 and 1000x1200. After folding, the collars take up very little space, reducing costs in return transport.

Pallet collars folded on the pallet

Hinges allow the pallet collar to be folded when not in use. This is one of the main features that contributed to its growing popularity. Their flexible construction enables adaptation to the various needs of businesses.

4-hinged collars

The 4 hinged collars are the most often used. They are a cheaper and more popular option. When folded flat, 4-hinged collars have a length of over 1200 mm, which causes them to protrude beyond the outline of the pallet to which they fit.

6-hinged collars

This model has 2 additional hinges on two short sides. This is of great importance during return transport or storage of complex collars. After folding, they do not protrude beyond the outline of the pallet, thus facilitating their transport in the folded form.

Cover and partitions in the pallet collar

Free access to products and easy storage

Various accessories are used to secure the pallet collars during transport and storage. These include, for example, plastic corners, which facilitate stacking of pallets directly on the collars arranged on the pallet below. They prevent the pallet from sliding off, which stands directly on the collar.

Spacer corners increase airflow

If we want to have free access to the contents of collars or due to the stored product, to increase the flow of air is used then the corners of the spacer collars. They provide access to products transported in the pallet below without removing the pallet from the stack.

If we want to further divide the space inside the pallet collars, we have dividers to partition pallet collars. Such internal walls create extra space for the storage of small-sized products. Thanks to special gaps in the partitions, it is possible to set the partitions to meet your needs.

Saving resources

Another advantage of pallet collars is how they can help your business reduce costs and save money. Pallet extensions can help reduce the risk of damage to products during transport, which means you will reduce possible losses from damaged products in delivery. As mentioned earlier, they can also enable you to pack products more efficiently, allowing you to ship more products using less space, which will again reduce your transport costs. If you want to further reduce operating costs, we encourage you to rent pallet collars, which can be a great investment.

Rotom pallet collars — you can buy or rent

At Rotom UK, we offer pallet collars that can be customized to suit your needs. We use only the highest quality wood to manufacture all our products to ensure their strength and durability. All new pallet extensions we offer are ISPM15 certified.

You can buy new or used pallet collars. The new extensions are ideal if you plan to use them repeatedly. Used wooden collars for rent will fulfil their function well when you need them during the peak season for additional protection or storage of goods.

From storage to delivery, pallet collars help companies maintain product safety while reducing costs. If you are interested in trying out our products or simply need new wooden collars, Rotom UK offers a wide range of models that will definitely work in your supply chain. Contact a member of our team today for more information.