PLASTIC PALLETS FOR MINING
Durable. Reliable.
Made for harsh environments and heavy loads
Supplying mine sites across Australia
Trusted by mining companies, contractors and operators
Quick dispatch from local stock
Built for harsh mining conditions
Heavy-duty load capacity
WHY MINING TEAMS CHOOSE ECO PALLETS
Durable Build
Engineered to handle heavy loads and tough site conditions
Safer & Cleaner
No nails, no splinters, and easy to clean. Safer for your team and your products
Reliable Supply
Readily available stock and dispatched within 24-48 hours to keep your operation moving
Cost Effective
Long service life and low maintenance. Reduce replacement and downtime costs
Termite & Rot Resistant
Unlike timber pallets, plastic pallets will not attract termites or absorb moisture, making them ideal for long-term outdoor storage
Sustainable
Recyclable and a smarter alternative to timber
PALLET SOLUTIONS FOR MINING OPERATIONS
From exploration and core handling through to processing, maintenance and site logistics, our pallets for mining range can be used across multiple stages of mining operations.
CORE SAMPLE HANDLING
SITE STORAGE & OPERATIONS
FREIGHT & LOGISTICS
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Export PalletsECO-1100 – Square / Standard Plastic Export Pallet
$0.00Add To QuoteTypeOne-Way ExportDimensions1100 x 1100 x 120 mm (+/- 5 mm)Weight7.5kgColourBlackFork Lift4 wayPallet Jack4 wayLength1100Pallet TypeOne-Way ExportWidth1100 -
Export PalletsECO-1100R – Bulk Bag Export Pallet
$0.00Add To QuoteTypeOne-Way ExportDimensions1100 x 1100 x 120 mm (+/- 5 mm)Weight10.5kgColourBlackFork Lift4 wayPallet JackN/ALength1100Pallet TypeOne-Way ExportWidth1100 -
Medium Duty Series
ECO-1100M
$0.00Add To QuoteTypeMedium DutyDimensions1100 x 1100 x 150 mm (+/-5 mm)Weight16.8kgColourBlack or BlueFork Lift4 wayPallet Jack4 wayLength1100Pallet TypeMedium DutyWidth1100 -
Medium Duty Series
ECO-1211EN4 – Heavy Duty Core Tray Pallet
$0.00Add To QuoteTypeMedium DutyDimensions1200 x 1100 x 150 mm (+/-5 mm)Weight17kgColourBlack or BlueFork Lift4 wayPallet Jack4 wayLength1200Pallet TypeMedium DutyWidth1100 -
Food & Beverage Pallet Range
Eco-1160L – Heavy Duty Australian Standard Warehouse Pallet
$0.00Add To QuoteTypeHeavy DutyDimensions1160 x 1160 x 160 mm (+/-5 mm)Weight17.6kgColourBlackFork Lift4 wayPallet Jack2 wayLength1160Pallet TypeHeavy DutyWidth1160 -
Food & Beverage Pallet Range
ECO-1165LS – Heavy Duty Australian Standard Warehouse Pallet
$0.00Add To QuoteTypeHeavy DutyDimensions1165 x 1165 x 153 mm (+/-5 mm)Weight24.3kgColourBlackFork Lift2 wayPallet Jack2 wayLength1165Pallet TypeHeavy DutyWidth1165
FAQ about Export Pallets
Do plastic pallets need ISPM 15 treatment for export?
No. Plastic Pallets are not made from timber, so they are generally exempt from ISPM-15 heat treatment or fumigation requirements. This can make export preparation simpler compared with wooden pallets.
Are plastic pallets suitable for export?
Yes. Plastic pallets are commonly used for export because they are clean, consistent in size, lightweight, and suitable for domestic and/or international freight. They are often used by exporters who want to avoid the treatment requirements and inconsistency associated with wooden pallets.
What is the main advantage of using plastic export pallets instead of timber pallets?
The main advantages are hygiene, consistency, reduced treatment requirements, and ease of handling. Plastic pallets do not splinter, absorb moisture in the same way as timber, or require export treatment like wooden pallets.
Are export plastic pallets suitable for heavy loads?
Export plastic pallets are available in different load ratings. Lightweight export pallets are suitable for many one-way and general freight applications, while heavier-duty plastic pallets may be required for dense products, repeated handling, racking, or harsh transport conditions.
How do I choose the right export plastic pallet?
The right pallet depends on your load weight, product type, pallet size, destination, handling method, and whether the pallet is one-way, reusable, stacked, or racked. Eco Pallets can help recommend a suitable option based on your application.
Are export plastic pallets reusable?
Yes. Many export plastic pallets can be reused, depending on the model, load weight, handling method and condition after use. Some are designed mainly for one-way export, while others may be suitable for repeated use in closed-loop or domestic supply chains.
Are export plastic pallets lightweight?
Yes. Most export series plastic pallets are designed to be lightweight while still providing enough strength for general export, warehousing, and transport applications. This can help reduce manual handling effort and may assist where freight weight is a consideration.
Are export plastic pallets nestable?
Some plastic pallets are nestable, meaning they stack inside each other when empty. This helps reduce storage space and may lower return freight or warehouse storage requirements.
Can plastic export pallets be used for food products?
Yes. Plastic export pallets are often used in food, beverage, and agricultural export applications because they are clean, consistent and do not splinter like timber. The best pallet choice will depend on the product, load weight, hygiene requirements, and handling process.
Can plastic export pallets be used for pharmaceutical or nutraceutical products?
Yes. Plastic export pallets are commonly considered for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical supply chains where cleanliness, consistency, and contamination reduction are important. They can be a practical alternative to timber in environments where hygiene and presentation matter.
FAQ
Why are plastic pallets used in mining?
Plastic pallets are used in mining because they are durable, moisture-resistant, and better suited to harsh site conditions than timber pallets. They are a practical option for mine sites, exploration programs, workshops, laydown areas, stores, and remote operations where pallets need to handle demanding environments
Are plastic pallets suitable for harsh weather conditions?
Yes. Plastic pallets are well suited to outdoor and harsh weather conditions because they do not absorb moisture, rot or break down like timber can. This makes them useful for mine sites where pallets may be exposed to rain, heat, dust, washdown areas or long periods of outdoor storage.
Are plastic pallets impervious to moisture?
Yes. Plastic pallets are impervious to moisture, which means they do not absorb water like timber pallets. This helps reduce issues such as swelling, rotting, mould, and pallet degradation, especially in wet, humid or exposed mining environments.
Are plastic pallets resistant to white ants and pests?
Yes. Unlike timber pallets, plastic pallets are not a food source for white ants or other timber-boring pests. This makes them a strong option for mining and regional sites where timber pallets may be exposed to termites, moisture, and outdoor storage conditions.
Why are durable pallets important on mine sites?
Durable pallets are important on mine sites because product failure can create safety, downtime, and handling issues. Mining operations often need pallets they can trust for repeated handling, heavy products, outdoor storage, and movement across challenging site conditions.
How do plastic pallets compare with timber pallets in mining?
Plastic pallets offer several advantages over timber pallets in mining environments. They do not absorb moisture, do not rot, do not splinter, do not have loose nails and are not affected by white ants. They also provide a more consistent pallet size and condition over repeated use.
Can plastic pallets be used for core tray storage?
Yes. Selected plastic pallets can be suitable for core tray storage in mining and exploration applications. For example, the ECO-1211EN4 is designed for storage of plastic core trays from diamond drilling programs and is currently available in Queensland and Western Australia.
Are plastic pallets suitable for outdoor storage on mine sites?
Yes. Plastic pallets are suitable for many outdoor storage applications because they are moisture-resistant and do not rot like timber. They can be used in laydown areas, workshops, site stores, and other exposed environments where pallet durability is important.
Are plastic pallets suitable for heavy mining products?
Some plastic pallets are suitable for heavier mining and industrial products, depending on the pallet model, load weight, and handling method. For heavier or repeated-use applications, Eco Pallets can recommend a medium duty or heavy duty pallet with the right safe working load for the job.
How do I choose the right plastic pallet for a mining application?
The right plastic pallet depends on the load weight, product type, storage location, handling equipment, weather exposure and whether the pallet will be used for racking, transport, outdoor storage, or core tray storage. Eco Pallets can recommend a suitable option based on your site requirements.
