Brick and block machines run on pallets that are loaded, vibrated, stacked and washed thousands of times. The right construction depends on your machine load and how hard the plant runs. This article compares the four ZIPCO® plastic pallet types.
Lives below are the approximate figures on our product pages, stated for suitable operating conditions. Actual life depends on load, handling and storage.
Key Takeaways
- Steel reinforced pallets resist bending best under heavy wet loads (7–8 years).
- Solid plastic pallets suit high-output automatic plants (5–10 years).
- Metal reinforced pallets give rigid, waterproof service (5–6 years).
- Recycled plastic pallets are the economical option for lighter duty.
Comparison Table
| Pallet | Construction | Stated service life | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid plastic | LDPE + aluminium oxide, 1.40 g/cm³, waterproof, heat resistant | 5–10 years | High-output automatic plants |
| Steel reinforced | Plastic with 9–12mm steel tubes | 7–8 years | Heavy loads, zero bending |
| Metal reinforced | Moulded with integrated metal reinforcement, rigid, waterproof | 5–6 years | Brick, paver and block machines |
| Recycled plastic | Recycled composite plastic, waterproof | See product page | Cost-conscious plants, lighter duty |
How to Pick
- Heavy compaction or wide pallets: choose steel reinforced. The steel tubes limit bending under wet concrete loads.
- Continuous automatic production: solid plastic combines waterproof, heat-resistant material with a long stated life.
- Moderate duty and a tighter budget: metal reinforced or recycled plastic can be the right balance; confirm with your machine load.
Whatever you choose, size to your machine. All our pallets are made to your machine's pallet size.
Compare Cost per Year, Not Price
Divide the pallet price by its years of service, then multiply by the number in your loop (see how many pallets a machine needs). A more expensive pallet that lasts longer can cost less per year and causes fewer stoppages.
Wooden pallets are covered in plastic vs wooden pallets, and the full range in the fly ash brick pallets guide.
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