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What Is the Difference Between a Stringer and a Block Pallet?

Stringer pallets use 3 long parallel boards (stringers) supporting the deck; block pallets use 9 short wood blocks at corners and midpoints supporting the deck.

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Quick Answer: Stringer pallets use 3 long parallel boards (stringers) supporting the deck; block pallets use 9 short wood blocks at corners and midpoints supporting the deck.

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Stringer: lower cost ($11-18 new), 2-way or 4-way notched entry, dominant in US grocery/retail. Block: higher cost ($18-28 new), true 4-way entry, preferred for AGV/AS-RS automation, EUR pallet standard.

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