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  • 1.  Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 11-30-2020 09:35 AM
    I am working on a project to palletize small cases (6.5" L x 6.5" W x 9.5" H). I am concerned about the cases falling over and am working on brainstorming a few ways to make sure that they do not before we get samples in for ISTA testing (slip sheets every 2nd layer, reduced stacking height, etc.).

    Does anybody have experience with this that would be willing to help me put some thoughts together?

    Best,
    Aaron

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    Aaron Stauble
    R&D Packaging Engineer
    KOST USA
    Cincinnati OH
    astauble@kostusa.com
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  • 2.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-01-2020 10:00 AM
    ​Hey Aaron,

    I haven't used these but at a Pack Expo a couple years ago I saw some slip sheets that I think were called grip sheets.  Good luck.

    Thanks.

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    Mike Chapman
    Corporate Packaging Engineer
    Brass Craft Manufacturing Co.
    Novi MI
    (248) 374-3817
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  • 3.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-01-2020 11:46 AM
    Hi Aaron,

    If you can turn the case on its side so the 9.5" becomes the length, it will make the load more stable if the weight is not too heavy. Note that the corrugation is no longer vertical and you lose compression strength. You can get 32 cases/layer. 



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    John Hwang, CPP
    Owner
    Packaging Solutions Consulting, Inc.
    Chino, CA
    (626) 688-4112
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  • 4.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-01-2020 03:35 PM
    Aaron, besides regular slip sheets and interlocking pallet pattern, there are a number of additional steps you ca take to prevent the "Onion Peel Effect". 

    There are a number of companies that offer a spray glue/ adhesive that will prevent the shippers from moving as well as improved slip sheets that have an anti-slip coating (Stabulon is one such slip sheet).

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    Brian Stepowany CPP, Fellow
    Packaging Research & Development
    B&G Foods, Inc.
    Parsippany NJ
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  • 5.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-02-2020 10:08 AM
    Hi Aaron, the slip sheets will provide stabilization if the case weight is enough.  The spray adhesives are also very effective and should be assessed for performance, cost, labor, sustainability (material use).  here is one product I'm familiar with - its been out for many yeears.  https://www.mullerlcs.com/lock-n-pop     

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    John Blake
    Gartner - Senior Director Analyst

    Rutgers School of Packaging - Part Time Lecturer

    914-396-7736
    john.blake@gartner.com
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  • 6.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-04-2020 01:42 PM
    Aaron,

    You might also consider packing several of your small units into either
    a larger master shipper or a corrugated tray to help stabalize your
    load. I've had good luck with this approach in the past.


    Bob Vincek
    Principal
    Robert C Vincek Design Assocs LLC
    973-823-1616
    www.rcvdes.com


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  • 7.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-02-2020 08:48 AM
    Hey Aaron,

    We have the hot melt adhesives and equipment that are used on the sheets for pallet stabilization.

    Feel free to give me a ring if you’d like to discuss some ideas.

    317-410-4440
    nwoerner@adq-inc.com


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    Nick Woerner
    Account Manager
    ADQ Inc.
    Carmel IN
    (317) 410-4440
    nwoerner@adq-inc.com
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  • 8.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-06-2020 11:30 PM
    Hi Aaron,
    What is the weight of each shipper and is the product self supporting on all sides.

    Thanks,
    Jason

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    Jason D'Silva
    Senior Packaging Technologist
    Yates
    PADSTOW NB
    +61 2 97818875
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  • 9.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-07-2020 10:36 AM
    Aaron - I came across this a few years ago at a trade show in Germany.  This may help you.  They can send you samples. 

    GRIP FIX AMERICA INC.

    80 PINE STREET 24TH FLOOR
    NEW YORK NY
    10005 USA

    Mr. Clayton Beaver
    Cell +1 (832) 588-0467
    Email Clayton.Beaver@GripFix.com
    Web www.GripFix.com



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    Keith Clarke
    Market Development Manager
    WH Leary
    Tinley Park IL
    (708) 837-3639
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  • 10.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-08-2020 08:47 AM
    This is also something similar


    Alternatively your supplier that provides the tier sheets may be able to add a spray adhesive that helps.  Ours did (Pratt Industries)

    Becchi Oesterle 
    IoPP Board of Directors - Chair



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  • 11.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-09-2020 06:35 PM
    Hi Aaron,

    Have you considered using stretch wrap.

    Thanks,
    Jason            ​

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    Jason D'Silva
    Senior Packaging Technologist
    Yates
    PADSTOW NB
    +61 2 97818875
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  • 12.  RE: Palletizing Small Cases

    Posted 12-10-2020 03:07 AM
    Not sure of the quantity, but Stretch wrap is a good option, maybe in combination with V-board corners, slip sheets and top cap. Laminations also make pallet toppers.

    Sent from my iPhone


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