1. Flat Pallets: Flat pallets are almost synonymous with pallets. Whenever pallets are mentioned, the general term refers to flat pallets because they are the most widely used, most numerous, and most versatile.
2. Post Pallets: Post pallets come in two types: fixed and detachable. Their basic structure consists of steel posts at the four corners of the pallet, with crossbeams connecting the posts to form a frame. The main functions of post pallets are: firstly, to support heavy objects for stacking; and secondly, to prevent goods from collapsing during transportation and handling.
3. Box Pallets: Box pallets have side panels on all four sides. Some have a top panel, while others do not. The side panels are available in fixed, folding, and detachable types. The side panels can be flat, slatted, or mesh; therefore, box pallets with slatted side panels are also called cage pallets or warehouse cages. Box pallets offer strong protection, preventing collapse and damage to goods; they can also load irregularly shaped goods that cannot be stably stacked, making them widely applicable.
4. Wheeled Pallets: Compared to post pallets and box pallets, wheeled pallets have small wheels at the bottom. Therefore, wheeled pallets offer advantages such as short-distance movement, self-handling, and roll-on/roll-off loading and unloading, making them versatile and adaptable.