ESD plastic pallets and pallets covers
ESD plastic packaging is done by adding carbon inside the plastic granules, before injection or extrusion process.
ESD packing is essential for certain types of products, such as electronic circuits and other ESD sensitive parts or devices, that are highly susceptible to static electricity buildup. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) causes severe damage and operational disturbances in electronic equipment that needs to be properly protected throughout the logistics cycle.
ESD packaging can be designed to be either conductive or dissipative. This distinction is achieved by calibrating the graphite ratio to the mass of raw plastic material. We can customize this proportion, and produce the models below with conductive or dissipative properties, according to the needs and specifications of the client’s instructions.
This is why ESD packaging has been developed and is now a standard, obligatory use in certain industries, such as automotive and electronics.
They are also used for the storage of electric spark sensitive, hazardous products. In this case also, ESD packaging is vital for reducing the risk of accidents, such as explosions.
ESD plastic trolleys
ESD trolleys and dollies transport boxes and containers between different work points during production or assembly lines and warehouse areas.
They are produced with high-quality materials, robust and impact-resistant, stable on the move and able to carry considerable loads.
They are purposed to protect static-sensitive products during manipulation and transport, while facilitating smooth operating flow for operators. The trolleys can be used alone or lined in a convoy, towed by electric tow tug tractors.
ESD transport dollies are compatible with all Euro standard crate types – stackable or nestable, picking, foldable, or VDA standard.
They come equipped with smooth-running and high-quality wheels, made from conductive materials. These wheels can be fixed, swivelled, or combined; optionally, they can have parking brakes and thread guards.
When not in use, they can be safely stacked and stored to save space and keep a neat and organized work environment.
| Reference | External dimensions (mm) | Units per pallet | Weight (kg) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ESD TR86-0103 | 820 x 620 | 32 | 10.09 | View product |
ESD plastic pallets with closed deck
ESD closed-deck pallets are used for transport inside EPA (Electronic Protected Area) rooms. They allow direct transport from EPA areas in one factory to another EPA area from a different factory, avoiding additional repalletizing.
Electronic-sensitive products are safely stored in large warehouses and transported worldwide. Due to their nature, they can only be transported in ESD packaging. This particular type of packaging can be made in any specifications: Euro containers/ boxes/ bins/ crates, totes, VDA KLT. Additionally, injected plastic or thermoformed ESD lids can be also used.
Sturdy and of high endurance, these are well fit for heavy loads during storage or transport.
Their design and precise dimensions make them ideal for conveyor use.
The smooth upper deck is easy to clean and maintains a hygienic surface and work conditions.
ESD pallets with a closed deck can be produced with or without a safety edge (rim), with optional metal reinforcements for heavy loads (especially for racking), or with 3/ 5 skids (crossbeams).
Due to their stability, they can be safely stored in tall stacks when not in use. Stackability provides well-organized, streamlined spaces ready for other activities.
| Reference | External dimensions (mm) | Units per pallet | Weight (kg) | Dynamic load (kg) | Racking load (kg) | Static load (kg) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ESD PL1208-0114 | 1200 x 800 x 152 | 21 | 16.77 | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | View product |
 | ESD PL1210-0116 | 1200 x 1000 x 152 | 21 | 19.90 | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | View product |
Open deck ESD plastic pallets
ESD open-deck plastic pallets are produced with scratch-resistant materials with conductive or dissipative properties.
The open deck ESD pallets are used with ESD packaging like Euro containers/ boxes/ bins/ crates/ totes/ VDA KLT, and special injected plastic or thermoformed ESD lids.
They are easy to clean and thus maintain hygienic work conditions.
Due to their sturdiness and impact & shock resistance, ESD medium plastic pallets with an open deck can be used for production, storage (even racking), and long-distance transport.
They can be produced with or without a safety rim (edge), with 3 or 5 crossbeams (skids).
| Reference | External dimensions (mm) | Units per pallet | Weight (kg) | Dynamic load (kg) | Racking load (kg) | Static load (kg) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ESD PL1208-0111 | 1200 x 800 x 160 | 14 | 19.20 | N.A. | N.A. | N.A. | View product |
ESD plastic lids for containers
The ESD plastic container lids are produced from impact-resistant materials and ensure maximum protection against external factors (dust, water, direct sun, etc.). They allow stacking of new pallet units on other pallet units.
They are easy to clean and keep the boxes in a clean and presentable state.
When needed, the ESD lids help stack containers, optimizing storage and transport space.
| Reference | External dimensions (mm) | Units per pallet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ESD LST84-8701 | 800 x 400 | N.A. | View product |
ESD plastic pallet lid
ESD lids and covers for pallets can be produced, like their non-ESD equivalents, from injected plastic or thermoformed ABS sheets.
Both versions provide quality products, resistant to loads and accurate in size.
They can be used with injected plastic containers, flatpack systems (pallet and sleeve), VDA crates and boxes, Euro containers, EPP boxes etc.
This product is especially convenient for EPP boxes. With their perfectly flat interior, the weight of the stacked pallet is distributed evenly over the surface. Unlike the case of the injected lids, that have reinforcement ribs that might be pressing against the foam boxes, unevenly, leaving cracks or cuts in the material.
It can be used for stacking a variety of pallet types.
They increase protection from dust or shocks/ accidental vibrations, and help shield the boxes against abrasion with neighboring packages.
They have low own weight, meaning low costs for roundtrip transport and also little pressure for the packed products below it.
Lids are nested to use as little space as possible when stored or returned.
Sturdy, long-lasting, easy to handle by the operators and fully recyclable at the end of their service life.
| Reference | External dimensions (mm) | Units per pallet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | ESD A1210 Daimler | 1200 x 1000 | N.A. | View product |
 | ESD A 1208-1 | 1210 x 810 | 50 | View product |
 | ESD A 1210-1 | 1210 x 1010 | 50 | View product |
 | ESD LPL1208-0101 | 1220 x 820 | 100 | View product |
 | ESD LPL1210-0102 | 1220 x 1020 | 100 | View product |
Friction or mere contact between objects or surfaces, causes a small electric charge at rest. The build-up of electric charge at rest or electrostatic will trigger a discharge of energy, to rebalance these small loads of electrons. Electrostatic discharges frequently occur all around us.
When charge disturbances happen at a more increased pace than the redistribution of the charge, then the static charge appears. Electric discharges occur where charges of different electrostatic potentials meet. The flow of electrons is sudden, releasing energy that can severely corrupt electrostatic-sensitive devices (ESDS), such as high-precision measuring equipment, or electronic devices or components.
Consequently, Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (ESDS) require special conditions to be protected against electrostatic discharges:
- These items need to be handled only in ESD Protected Areas (EPA); these are spaces where multiple groundings have been put in, resulting in the minimization of the differences in the electrostatic potential
- ESDS products must be shipped from one EPA to another EPA in ESD packaging that does not produce electricity by friction and also shields against possible electrostatic induction caused by external objects.
ESDS production facilities implement very specific measures to create a safe environment: they use ESD-safe work surfaces, EPA-labeling signs, special accessories for staff (like grounded wrist straps, a certain type of work attire, adequate footwear with grounding devices), safe flooring, ESD-safe chairs, ESD safe office supplies, etc.
After the products leave the safe environment of the production areas, they come across the risks of exposure to electrostatic hazards, which can produce irreversible damage. Therefore, to avoid any unwanted incidents, it is highly recommended that every layer of the packaging is made out of ESD, anti-static, or specialized conductive materials. The intimate layer gets in direct contact with the product, the proximity layer encloses the product, and secondary packaging is added, to provide physical protection against potential shocks.
In this particular situation, the use of correct packaging is correspondingly important as the packed product itself, as an inadequate packet can easily lead to the deterioration of its content.
It’s vital for clients to correctly evaluate the ESD sensitivity of their products, and plan the packaging in accordance. This evaluation can be made by individual measuring procedures or by using the technical specs provided by manufacturers.
ESD packaging provides conductive properties between >1 x 10^2 Ω and <1 x 10^5 Ω or dissipative between >1 x 10^6 Ω and <1 x 10^11 Ω.
Statistics show that 25% of modern electronic equipment is affected because of electrostatic discharges, producing significant losses.
Boxes with ESD properties (conductive or dissipative) are robust and also protect the load against mechanical shocks, dust, and moisture.
The ESD plastic pallets prevent electrostatic discharges into the load by being grounded with the flooring.
All ESD packaging from injected plastic is reusable and complies with the usual requirements of the clients:
- They are produced only with high-quality materials.
- They reduce the cost of the packaging in the long run due to its resistance and long service life.
- They reduce the amount of industrial waste generated by one-way packaging or damaged products because of improper packaging with no ESD protection.
- They can be cleaned and sanitized with industrial washing machines, maintaining a pleasant aspect and many safe transport cycles.
- They can be used together with accessories like lids and covers (for protection), label holders/self-adhesive labels (better content identification).