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Slip Sheet: Pallet Less Concept   Slip sheets  are thin pallet-sized  sheets  made of plastic, heavy laminated craft paperboard, Metal or corrugated fiberboard used in commercial shipping. Slip sheets are cheap, cost effective and environment friendly alternative to traditional pallets. Pros & Cons Analysis on Slip Sheet Pros : 1.     Using slip sheets instead of wooden pallets allows for 10-15% more storage space during transportation or in warehouse. 2.     Significant reduction in material handling costs, especially air shipments. 3.     Weighs 1/30 as much as wooden pallets, reducing shipping costs. 4.     Eliminates the need for pallet exchange. 5.     Can be customized to fit any size load. 6.     Slip sheets do not require maintenance, but can easily be replaced. Cons : 1.     Doesn’t provide clearance between the floor and ...