Reasons for Heat Treating Wooden Pallets You're not the only one who may be asking what heat-treated pallets are. It's possible that you've heard of heat-treated wood pallets but have never stopped to consider what makes them unique from regular pallets. Heat-treated wooden pallets, crates, and other wooden transport containers are mandatory in many parts of the world. What precisely is a heat treatment? During the heat treatment procedure, wooden pallets are heated in a specific chamber until the core reaches 132.8 degrees Fahrenheit (56 Celsius). This temperature must be maintained for at least 30 minutes before cooling. A stamp indicating compliance with ISPM 15 requirements is applied once this procedure is finished. Why heat treating? For a variety of reasons, this wood pallet treatment is appealing. To begin with, it's essential to be able to ship internationally since heat will kill any insects that burrow into wood and shield the wood from infestation. This stops insects from expanding and encroaching on territory, especially in locations where they are not native. Additionally, heat-treated hardwood pallets weigh less than untreated ones. This can significantly save shipping costs alone! The quality won't suffer either; in fact, heat treatment will make your wooden pallets endure even longer.
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