Kamps, Inc. has achieved Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody certification for new pallet manufacturing at its South Charleston, Ohio facility, a move the company said will help customers meet growing sustainability and procurement requirements while providing additional transparency into wood sourcing practices.
The certification (FSC-C226220) applies to the company’s South Charleston operation and enables the facility to manufacture and supply FSC-certified wood pallets. According to Kamps, the certification reinforces its commitment to responsible sourcing, environmental stewardship, and sustainable supply chain practices.
FSC Chain of Custody certification verifies that wood fiber originates from responsibly managed forests, reclaimed sources, or other controlled inputs. The certification system tracks materials throughout the supply chain, from forest harvest through manufacturing and distribution.
Kamps described the South Charleston facility as a key manufacturing location within its network and said the certification reflects the company’s ability to integrate large-scale pallet production with internationally recognized forest management standards.
“We are thrilled to announce this FSC certification for our South Charleston location, as it underscores our unwavering commitment to the stewardship of our planet and the responsibility we have as industry leaders,” said Tim Eppinga, chief commercial officer at Kamps. “By offering FSC-certified products, we are empowering our customers to meet their own sustainability goals and ensuring that our wooden packaging products contribute to a more sustainable economy.”
The certification comes as more pallet users, manufacturers, retailers, and consumer goods companies seek documentation supporting responsible sourcing initiatives and broader environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. FSC certification is widely recognized within the forest products sector and is often specified in procurement programs that prioritize sustainable forestry practices.
Emma Condet, corporate social responsibility coordinator for Kamps, said the certification aligns with the company’s ongoing sustainability efforts and provides customers with greater confidence regarding material sourcing.
“FSC CoC is widely considered the global gold standard in forest product chain of custody certification for a reason, and we are excited to be championing the principles it stands for,” said Condet. “From FSC’s strict thresholds for biodiversity preservation to rigorous controls on ‘controlled wood’ accounting, we are thrilled to provide this additional layer of transparency and assurance to our South Charleston-based customers.”
Kamps noted that the certification allows customers purchasing new wood pallets from the South Charleston facility to support green procurement programs while demonstrating responsible sourcing practices throughout their supply chains.
The company said the achievement is part of a broader commitment to certifications and operational practices that reduce environmental impacts, support transparency, and maximize the useful life of wood materials through repair, reuse, and recycling activities.
Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kamps operates one of the largest pallet management networks in North America. The company provides new and recycled pallets, pallet recycling services, and total pallet management programs through a network of more than 400 locations, including over 50 asset-based manufacturing and recycling facilities. Kamps serves customers throughout the United States as well as select national accounts in Canada and Mexico.
Source: Kamps
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