- "A number of individual packages bonded, palletized or strapped together to form a single unit for more efficient handling by mechanical equipment. [http://www.geodiswilson.com/en/Global_tools/Logistics_Dictionary/U/]
- "Packages loaded on a pallet in a crate or any other way that enables them to be handled at one time as a unit." [http://www.apl.com/equipment/html/equipment_glossary.html]
- "A unit load combines individual items or items in shipping containers into a single "unit" that can be moved easily with pallet jack or forklift truck. A unit load packs tightly into warehouse racks, intermodal containers, trucks, and boxcars, yet can be easily broken apart at a distribution point, usually a distribution center, wholesaler, retail store, etc." [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unit_load]
