48" X 40" GMA Pallet
The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) has established a set of standardized guidelines for all food industry pallets. Pallets manufactured to GMA specifications are typically referred to as GMA pallets. These pallets feature:
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An overall footprint of 48” by 40”
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A minimum load-bearing capacity of 2,500 pounds
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Four-way forklift entry with two notches on the side
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Top and bottom deck boards that are 5/8″ thick
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A 5 1/2″ x 40″ board on each end of the pallet top, and five 3 1/2″ x 40″ boards in the center
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A 5 1/2″ x 40″ board on each end of the pallet bottom, and three 3 1/2″ x 40″ boards between the notches
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