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8.
STORING, TRANSPORTING AND UNPACKING SOLAR MODULES
A.
Packaging
Bosch Solar Energy modules are shipped in pallet box assemblies that are specially designed to
provide the proper protection during shipment. The pallet box consists of the following components:
1)
Wooden pallet
2)
Plastic module corner protectors
3)
Cardboard base, sleeve and cap
It is important to note that the pallets and plastic module corner protectors are the main components of
the packaging assembly that bare the vertical load.
Pallet Box Specifications
Quantity
Dimensions (L x W x H)
Weight
Stack Limitation
23 modules
1,728 x 1,148 x 1205 mm
68.03 x 45.20 x 47.44 in.
470 kg
1,026 lbs
Maximum 2 boxes
The pallet box dimensions are shown in Figure 8A below.
Whenever the Bosch Solar Energy modules are stored or transported, care must be exercised to
ensure that they are stood upright in the packing units and that there is sufficient area to support each
solar module. Each module must also be secured against tipping over. When solar modules are
transported, they must always be in an upright position. Transporting the modules in a horizontal
position is not allowed.
1,205mm
Figure 8A: Pallet Box Dimensions
