Operating reverse logistics with the return of empty containers without them taking up the same space as a loaded rigid pallet, grouping bulk goods in a closed circuit, or exporting fragmented products protected by a complete structure requires a foldable pallet box with walls that fold inwards. This plastic folding pallet box —also called a collapsible pallet box, collapsible container, or folding pallet with walls— is manufactured by Cargobo in injection-molded polypropylene (PP) with a side locking system, in American format (120×100×76 cm) green and gray with an optional lid, designed for closed distribution circuits, agricultural harvesting, and e-commerce with packaging return.
Main Benefits
- Folds to 25% of rigid volume: the walls fold inwards after releasing the locks, reducing space in empty storage and multiplying possible returns per truck, a decisive advantage in reverse logistics.
- Structural polypropylene (PP) with resistant walls: the walls are dimensioned to withstand the pressure of grouped bulk product without deforming, a key condition for full filling without loss of geometry.
- Quick manual locking system: the side locks snap into place with hand pressure without the need for tools, allowing assembly and folding in a few seconds during continuous warehouse or harvest operations.
- Optional lid for stable stacking: the accessory lid adds protection to the contents and allows safe stacking of full folding boxes, preventing the load from the upper level from crushing the contents of the lower one.
- Continuous surface hygiene: inert polypropylene (PP) does not absorb liquids or agricultural product residues, allows pressure washing, and leaves the box ready for a new use cycle without cross-contamination.
Typical applications and uses
- Reverse logistics in e-commerce and distribution with the return of empty containers to origin.
- Agricultural harvesting of fruits, vegetables, and horticultural products with transport to processing plants or distribution centers.
- Grouping bulk products in industrial intermediate storage operations.
- Export of fragmented merchandise (components, accessories) that benefits from complete structural protection.
Quality and durability
An economical folding pallet box fails in two points: the side locking system gives way after a few cycles (which causes the walls to give way with the load) and the polypropylene (PP) of the walls is thin or low-grade (which breaks at the first impact against a forklift). Cargobo works with structural polypropylene (PP) and calibrated side locking, which separates a professional continuous circuit pallet box from a generic container that gives way on the second return.
Equivalences
Equivalent to these other-brand references:
- American [120 x 100 x 76 cm (48 x 40 x 30 in)] · Pallet
- Cabka CabCube HyQ 1210
- American [120 x 100 x 76 cm (48 x 40 x 30 in)] · Lid
- Huading Folding Pallet Box 1200 x 1000 x 760 mm – optional lidSchoeller Allibert 9347000 Magnum Optimum Lid 1200 x 1000 mm
Brands and references mentioned belong to their respective owners; cited only for comparison and compatibility.
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| Material and construction | |
|---|---|
| Materials | 100% virgin polypropylene (PP) |
| Color | Grey and green |
| Pallet base | 3 skids (parallel stringers) |
| Ventilated sides | Yes |
| Dimensions and format | |
| Volume | 597 L (158 gal) |
| Weight | 42 kg (93 lb) |
| Outer dimensions | 120 x 100 x 76 cm (48 x 40 x 30 in) |
| Inner dimensions | 112 x 92 x 58 cm (44 x 36 x 23 in) |
| Folded dimensions | 120 x 100 x 30 cm (48 x 40 x 12 in) |
| Strength and performance | |
| Static load | 4500 kg (9921 lb) |
| Dynamic load | 1500 kg (3307 lb) |
| Rack load | 500 kg (1102 lb) |
| Maximum stacking load | 4500 kg (9921 lb) |
| Maximum content weight | 1500 kg (3307 lb) |
| Maximum stacking layers | 3 layers |
| Durability and protection | |
| UV protection | Yes (high) |
| Operating temperature range | -15 °C to +50 °C (5 °F to 122 °F) |
| Compatibility and use | |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Standards and certifications | |
| Certification | ISO certified |
| ISPM-15 exempt | Yes — being plastic, it requires no fumigation or phytosanitary certificate for export |
| Pallet: Width | 120.0 cm (47.24 in) |
|---|---|
| Pallet: Height | 30.0 cm (11.81 in) |
| Pallet: Depth | 100.0 cm (39.37 in) |
| Pallet: Weight | 42.0 kg |
Official CARGOBO warranty
What's covered
Confirmed defect: replacement or refund of the amount paid.
What's not covered
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