Snack pallet assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for displaying and transporting snack foods, such as chips, are not lightweight and easy to assemble, posing challenges in efficient display and storage solutions.
Innovation Solution
A pallet assembly with multiple trays separated by supports featuring wing portions with locking tabs and corrugated paper or plastic materials, allowing for easy assembly and separation of goods, and a top cap for stability.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional display systems are used, then goods can be displayed and transported, but the systems are heavy and difficult to assemble
Solution Approach 1:
The display system is divided into separate modular components including trays, supports, dividers, and caps that can be independently manufactured and assembled. Each tray has integrated support structures with tabs and slots that allow quick connection without heavy fastening mechanisms, enabling easy assembly while maintaining structural integrity.
Solution Approach 2:
The supports serve multiple functions: they provide structural elevation, contain integrated dividers for product separation, and feature tabs that connect to both trays and caps. This multi-functionality reduces the number of separate components needed, lightening the overall system while maintaining display and organizational capabilities.
2Adaptability or versatility
If integrated supports with dividers are used, then goods can be separated and organized, but the structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The divider is integrated directly into the support structure as a unified component rather than being a separate element. The support includes a first layer, second layer, and divider portion that work together as one piece, reducing the number of parts while providing both structural support and product separation functions.
Solution Approach 2:
The dividers are pre-formed as integral parts of the supports during manufacturing. This preliminary integration means that during assembly, users do not need to separately attach dividers or configure complex separation mechanisms - the organizational structure is already in place, simplifying the assembly process while maintaining versatility.
Data Source
AI summary
A pallet assembly including a plurality of trays separated by supports is provided. Each of the supports includes a rectangular portion and a wing portion. The wing portion is formed from two layers of materials connected together by a locking tab or other suitable means. The wing portion can include a first portion and a second portion at an angle with respect to the first portion. A tab can be used to facilitate placing the first portion of the wing at the angle with respect to the second portion of the wing.