A unique profile with four adjustable components that fit together to create a variety of solutions for storage and logistics handling.
4 easy-to-assemble profiles create a high performance metal pallet in minutes. PIRO® is more economical than traditional solutions for comparable performance.
Safety | ||
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Excellent | Poor | Good |
PIRO®
Very strong, hard to break Resistant to contamination Easy to decontaminate and disinfect
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Wood
Breaks easily Leaves splinters Protruding nails are hazardous. Low resistance to contamination Difficult to decontaminate and disinfect.
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Plastic
Fairly strong Moderate resistance to contamination Fairly easy to decontaminate and disinfect
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Cleaning | ||
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Excellent | Poor | Average |
PIRO®
Aseptic.
Best for controlled environments and clean rooms 100% washable |
Wood
Not washable
Subject to mold, fungi and pathogens Leaves dust and splinter deposits |
Plastic
Suitable for controlled environments Releases dust and debris
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Flexible design | ||
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Excellent | Excellent | Average |
PIRO®
Thickness and size are customizable
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Wood
Thickness and size are customizable
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Plastic
High cost for a custom mold
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Weight | ||
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Excellent | Poor | Good |
PIRO®
Lightweight compared to pallet volume. Weight does not change under different environmental conditions
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Wood
Weight varies under different environmental conditions
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Plastic
Heavy compared to pallet volume
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Use in automated warehouses | ||
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Excellent | Poor | Average |
PIRO®
Easy to use on conveyor belts and transport rollers
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Wood
Difficult to manage on nonstandard racks
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Plastic
Wear and tear occurs on chain belt conveyors
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Fumigation treatment | ||
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Excellent | Poor | Excellent |
PIRO®
Exempt from obligations of FAO ISPM-15 Standards Treatment and documentation not needed
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Wood
International transit allowed only with documentation proof of compliance with FAO ISPM-15
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Plastic
Exempt from obligations of FAO ISPM-15 Standards Treatment and documentation not needed
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Maintenace & Repair | ||
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Excellent | Good | Poor |
PIRO®
No maintenance needed. Longest lasting even with intensive use
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Wood
Economical Possible to re-use parts amongst pallets
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Plastic
Long lasting. Not possible to repair
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Thermal reactivity | ||
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Excellent | Good | Poor |
PIRO®
Low variability. Absorbs hear
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Wood
Loss of elasticity at low temperatures. Extreme changes in temperature cause cracks and breakage
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Plastic
Low temperature causes cracksand breakage. High temperature causes deformation, loss of rigidity, and release of oil deposits
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Fire Resistance | ||
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Excellent | Poor | Poor |
PIRO®
100% fire proof
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Wood
Highly inflammable
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Plastic
Inflammable. Releases toxic fumes
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