Can you use an export pallet if the IPPC/ISPM 15 mark is unreadable? Don't assume that you can. ISPM 15 marks must be legible, durable and visible. If the mark can no longer clearly establish the pallet's certification, the safest course is to keep … [Read more...] about What If the IPPC/ISPM 15 Stamp on a Pallet Is Unreadable?
Pallet-Related Articles
Why Are My Wood Pallets Getting Moldy?
Why are my wood pallets getting moldy? Wood pallets develop mold when the wood contains enough moisture and the surrounding conditions allow mold spores to grow. Rain, condensation, humid storage, wet floors and green lumber can all contribute. Warm … [Read more...] about Why Are My Wood Pallets Getting Moldy?
How High Can Empty Pallets Be Stacked?
How high can empty pallets be stacked? There is no single maximum height that applies everywhere. Two limits usually matter: how high the pallets can be stacked while remaining stable, and how high applicable fire codes and the building's sprinkler … [Read more...] about How High Can Empty Pallets Be Stacked?
What’s the Best Way to Store Wood Pallets Outside?
What's the best way to store wood pallets outside? Keep pallets off wet or muddy ground, provide good drainage and airflow, and protect them from prolonged rain where practical. Stacks should be level and stable, with enough space for forklift and … [Read more...] about What’s the Best Way to Store Wood Pallets Outside?
Can a Broken Wood Pallet Be Repaired and Safely Reused?
A wood pallet is almost new, but a forklift entered it with tilted forks and popped one of the top deck boards loose. Otherwise, the pallet is sound. Does it really need to be discarded? Probably not. Many damaged wood pallets can be repaired and … [Read more...] about Can a Broken Wood Pallet Be Repaired and Safely Reused?
When Should a Wood Pallet Be Taken Out of Service?
A wood pallet should be taken out of service when damage, contamination, or the wrong pallet specification creates a reasonable risk that it will no longer safely support, protect or move the load through the intended handling and storage system. … [Read more...] about When Should a Wood Pallet Be Taken Out of Service?
Wood Pallets for Europe Launches to Strengthen Industry Voice in Brussels
New alliance brings together leading pallet manufacturers and associations to promote the sustainability credentials of wooden pallets and engage European policymakers on emerging legislation. A new industry alliance, Wood Pallets for Europe, has … [Read more...] about Wood Pallets for Europe Launches to Strengthen Industry Voice in Brussels
KraftPal Introduces Lower-Cost Production Line for Corrugated Pallets
KraftPal has introduced a lower-cost semi-automatic production line for its corrugated paper pallets, aiming to make localized manufacturing more accessible to licensing partners as the company expands in the U.S. and Europe. KraftPal Holdings … [Read more...] about KraftPal Introduces Lower-Cost Production Line for Corrugated Pallets
Woodpack Global Launches Crate Design System for Industrial Wood Packaging
Woodpack Global has launched a new software platform for wooden crate and industrial packaging design, extending some of the engineering concepts behind the Pallet Design System into another major segment of transport packaging. Called Crate Design … [Read more...] about Woodpack Global Launches Crate Design System for Industrial Wood Packaging
Brambles Reports First-Year Progress Under 2030 Sustainability Programme
CHEP parent highlights land regeneration, emissions reductions, circular materials and growing customer sustainability engagement At a Glance 10,000 ha Additional land under regeneration 36% Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction vs. … [Read more...] about Brambles Reports First-Year Progress Under 2030 Sustainability Programme
