A common question customers ask about business shipping requirements is whether they should choose parcel delivery or pallet shipping. While both options are quite similar, a few striking points distinguish them.
The choice entirely depends on the type of products and the amount of products you plan to ship. Make sure you know the difference before selecting the logistic option. Your decision can make a massive difference to your transportation process.
What is the difference between pallet and parcel delivery methods?
Amount of products
Pallet shipping is feasible if you have more than 150 lbs of heavy freight. The freight will be packed tightly and moved safely without passing through many checkpoints. On the other hand, parcel shipping is explicitly designed for light items below 150 lbs. You’ll usually get boxes for parcel delivery, and you need to label the parcels.
However, heavy-weighted items should not be transported through the parcel delivery process.
Delivery speed
Pallet shipments are likely to experience delivery delays. They are held in the way when the pallets are checked, or sometimes there are problems with loading and unloading the heavy items. On the other hand, if your business needs to be done in a day, then parcel delivery is the best option. They do not pass through checkpoints and are delivered instantly.
Tracking process
Previously, it took a lot of work to track down pallet deliveries since the products were heavy and bulky. On the other hand, you can easily track a parcel. Parcels are small boxes, and with the help of the order number, you can quickly check the live location of the parcel.
Cost of the delivery process
The pallets are heavier than the parcels, so the packaging and handling charges are also high. On the other hand, for the parcels, you might be charged either based on the urgency of the delivery or the weight of the item being placed out for the delivery process. Hence, parcel delivery is the most convenient option if you’re looking for a cheaper option.
Safety of products
Pallets’ packaging process is more secure than parcels, making them a safer option. Sometimes, parcels end up either dented or ripped on arrival. Safety plays a significant role in determining the type of logistics option that you should choose.
Contact Cumbria X Press if you’re looking for reliable and experienced pallet and parcel delivery services. Contact us and book our services as soon as possible.