Development of an Improved Hardboard-lumber Pallet Design
Author: Robert K. Stern
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Published: 1980
Total Pages: 18
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Author: Robert K. Stern
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Published: 1980
Total Pages: 18
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Published: 1980
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKLow-grade wood residue from logging and sawmilling operations could be used in the manufacture of hardboard for pallet construction, if shown to be satisfactory for this purpose. Generally, this evaluation compared the performance of notched stinger, partial 4-way entry oak pallets having 1-inch-thick medium-density hardboard decks with that of similar red oak pallets under laboratory and service-type conditions. The hardboard-lumber pallets withstood handling impact better; were more (or less) rigid in handling, depending on support conditions; racked much less because of corner-wise drop testing (but also failed sooner); and performed similarly, overall under indoor and outdoor handling and storage conditions. Preliminary work indicated that standard helically threaded pallet nails can be used satisfactorily for hardboard-lumber joints for both exterior and interior exposure. This information should be pertinent to pallet manufacturers and users of pallets, especially to those employing mechanized handling systems. (Author).
Author: Robert K. Stern
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Published: 1979
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Published: 1977
Total Pages: 36
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Published: 1984
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Published: 1980
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Gary C. Myers
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Published: 1985
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Robert K. Stern
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Published: 1979
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis report compares the use of medium-density hardboard with red oak lumber for reusable shipping pallet construction. If practicable, use of hardboard for this purpose would help to establish the utilization of low-grade wood waste for present and future pallet construction. The work indicated that for 9-block, 4-way entry pallets, a 1-inch top deck thickness is needed to achieve comparable performance with lumber pallets. Also, pallets of this style and having 1-inch-thick hardboard decks apppear to be equal to, or better than, all-lumber pallets for use in mechanical handling and automatic palletizing systems-i.e., where pallet dimensional stability is necessary for smooth operation of the system. This is the first of three studies being conducted to determine the most effective and efficient hardboard pallet design. The results should be especially relevant to anyone manufacturing, procuring, or using wood pallets at the present time. (Author).