What is BS 6884 - Plan dimensions of unit loads about?
Standard dimensions for unit loads can help to reduce problems at all stages in the distribution of goods from initial handling to final storage. BS 6884 recommends nominal plan dimensions for unit loads suitable for the distribution of goods.
All nominal plan dimensions recommended in BS 6884 are related to the dimensions of pallets in general use for the through transit of goods. The preferred unit load size forms part of the modular system based on the 600 mm × 400 mm module, which incorporates the preferred ISO pallet size of 1200 mm × 1000 mm.
When choosing transport package materials and forming the unit load, consideration should be given to transit and storage conditions and every effort should be made to ensure that the unit load length and width will not vary from the nominal dimensions specified by more than a small margin.
Who is BS 6884 - Plan dimensions of unit loads for?
BS 6884 on plan dimensions of unit loads is useful for:
- Goods packaging products manufacturers
- The goods packaging and distribution industry
- Quality control professionals
- Testing bodies
Why should you use BS 6884 - Plan dimensions of unit loads?
The movement of products from their point of origin to their destination and consisting packaging, unit loads, material handling systems, storage facilities, and means of transportation. The use of a unit load enables goods and packages to be grouped together and then handled and moved more effectively using mechanical equipment.
BS 6884 provides you with nominal plan dimensions of the preferred modular unit loads suitable for the distribution of goods. Conforming to BS 6884, unit loads make handling, storage, and distribution of goods more efficient and reduce damage by reducing individual handling.
