1. Product Definition
This flat woven sling product is called Soft Pallet / Flexible FIBC Tray / Ton Bag Sling Sheet, also known as ton bag mat, lifting sling sheet, flexible pallet. It is made of heavy-duty PP woven fabric with integrated lifting loops, serving as a lightweight, foldable substitute for rigid wood/plastic pallets, specially designed for bulk granular/powder cargo loading, forklift lifting, sea container shipment and warehouse stacking.
Product Structure (Matching Your Picture)
Main body: Square flat PP woven base, customizable dimensions (supports your oversized 2600×2600mm heavy-duty size for 6–8 ton jumbo bags)
Lifting design: 4 independent long lifting slings sewn at four corners, sling length customizable (1800mm as your ton bag matching size available)
Sewing craft: Double-layer reinforced stitching at sling connection points, anti-tear & high tensile strength
Raw material: Virgin PP woven cloth, optional food-grade non-toxic material, anti-UV additive for outdoor storage
2. Core Advantages vs Rigid Pallets (Wood/Plastic/Steel Pallets)
2.1 Logistics Cost Reduction
Zero empty pallet return cost: Fold flat when empty, 90% space saving compared with rigid pallets, no extra space occupation during return transport.
Light weight: Only 1–3kg per piece, cut down overall container dead weight & ocean freight charges.
One-way shipment friendly: Disposable or reusable, ideal for cross-border one-time export without pallet recycling trouble.
2.2 Compatibility with Large Ton Bags
Fully fit oversized 6–8T jumbo FIBC (2600×2600mm bottom size): The flat full-surface base evenly bears heavy load, no local stress concentration to prevent ton bag bottom rupture.
Smooth fabric surface: No sharp nails, edges or burrs, completely avoid puncturing PP woven ton bags, eliminate powder leakage risk for mineral, chemical, food raw materials.
Synchronized lifting: 4 slings can be lifted together with ton bag lifting belts by forklift or overhead crane, one-step loading & unloading operation.
2.3 Export Customs Compliance
ISPM 15 phytosanitary standard exempt: Made of all plastic woven material, no wood components, no fumigation/heat treatment required for global customs clearance, avoid port detention & extra quarantine fees.
Moisture & mildew resistant: Won't rot, deform or breed insects during long sea transit, suitable for humid tropical shipping routes.
2.4 Storage & Space Performance
Foldable design: Stack hundreds of pieces in a small warehouse corner when idle, no large storage area occupied like rigid pallets.
Multi-scenario adaptability: Work for forklift, gantry crane, manual hoist, fit 20GP/40GP full container stuffing.
3. Load & Size Customization Standard
3.1 Safe Working Load Range
Light-duty: 1–2 Ton, for standard 1000×1000mm regular ton bags
Medium-duty: 3–4 Ton, for construction sand, grain, feed bulk cargo
Heavy-duty: 6–8 Ton (custom version matching your oversized jumbo bag), thickened 160–180gsm woven cloth, multi-layer sling reinforcement, for ore, scrap metal, high-density mineral raw materials
3.2 Matching Dimension Rules
Soft pallet base size ≥ ton bag bottom size, to fully support the bag and prevent edge sagging
Your case: FIBC bottom 2600×2600mm → Custom soft pallet 2600×2600mm or 2700×2700mm for extra margin
Sling length customizable from 1000mm–2000mm, your matched 1800mm sling length allows enough clearance for forklift forks & lifting hooks
Square shape is mainstream; rectangular sizes available for rectangular FIBCs
4. Industry Application Scenarios
Mining & Metallurgy: 6–8T heavy-duty soft pallets for ore, metal slag, mineral powder oversized ton bags
Chemical Industry: Virgin PP non-polluting material for chemical additives, pigment, fertilizer powder transport
Food & Agriculture: Food-grade soft pallets for grain, corn, feed raw materials, no cross-contamination risk
Cross-Border Export: One-way disposable soft pallets to skip ISPM15 formalities, cut logistics cost for sea freight
Construction Industry: Sand, cement, stone particle bulk turnover, foldable for construction site temporary storage
5. Comparison: Soft Pallet VS Traditional Rigid Pallet
表格
| Evaluation Item | FIBC Soft Pallet (This Product) | Wooden Pallet | Plastic Rigid Pallet | Steel Pallet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empty Storage Volume | Ultra-small (foldable) | Large | Large | Huge |
| Self Weight | Very Light | Medium | Heavy | Extra Heavy |
| ISPM15 Export Requirement | Exempt | Must heat treat | Exempt | Exempt |
| Risk of Puncturing Ton Bags | Zero | High (nails/splinters) | Low | Low (sharp corner risk) |
| Matching Max FIBC Load | Up to 8 Ton (custom) | Max 2 Ton | Max 4 Ton | Max 10 Ton |
| Empty Return Freight Cost | None | High | High | Very High |
| Unit Purchase Cost | Low-Medium | Low | Medium | High |
| Reusable Times | 5–15 cycles | 1–3 cycles | 5–10 cycles | 20+ cycles |
6. Purchase & Customization Key Checklist
Confirm maximum ton bag loading weight: Reserve 30% extra load safety margin for heavy mineral cargo
Match soft pallet base dimension strictly with FIBC bottom size
Select sling length according to lifting equipment (forklift/crane) height
Raw material selection: Virgin PP for food/chemical use; recycled PP for low-cost one-time export
Add anti-UV coating if goods stored outdoors for long periods
Reinforce sling sewing layers for over 5-ton heavy load versions
7. Conclusion
Soft pallet sling sheets become the optimal cost-saving solution for oversized heavy-duty FIBC bulk cargo supply chains, especially for cross-border export, high-density mineral raw material turnover scenarios. It solves multiple pain points of traditional rigid pallets: high empty return cost, container space waste, customs fumigation delay and ton bag puncture damage. Our factory supports full-size custom soft pallets, including the 2600×2600mm 6–8 ton heavy-duty specification matched with your jumbo ton bags, with adjustable sling length, food-grade material and customized printing service.
