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Can a plastic pallet stay loaded in a rack for months?

By PalletChecker · AI-assisted, source-linked guidance

Reviewed 2026-10-03 · source checked guidance

Applies to: General engineering guidance; equipment and receiving-site specifications

A short-duration rating is insufficient evidence for months of storage. Ask for long-term deflection/creep performance under the planned load, temperature and rack supports.

What to check next

• Get written approval for duration and environment.

Sources

• Craemer load definitions and test conditions
• Craemer testing procedures

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