Quality Assurance
Consistent Wood Quality: Look for providers that offer a range of quality wood, including heat-treated and kiln-dried options, to minimize mold and pest risks.
Inspection Protocols: Choose a supplier with strict inspection standards for moisture content, visible defects, and durability. Ask if they use moisture meters to ensure low moisture content.
Certification: Verify that the supplier has certifications like ISPM 15 for heat-treated wood and KD (Kiln-Dried) to confirm proper treatment. Making sure your supplier of wood pallets has a registered HT ISPM-15 stamp that is current and valid.
Customization and Flexibility
Custom Sizes and Designs: Ensure the supplier can provide pallets that meet your specific size and weight requirements, including custom-built or specialized pallets if needed.
Material Options: Look for a provider who can offer both new and reclaimed materials, allowing you to choose based on your budget and environmental considerations.
Mold Prevention Verification
- In-house mold prevention verification that ensures compliance with industry standards for mold-resistant wood handling and treatment.
- Ensure the suggested wood pallet moisture content percentage is 20% or less to avoid mold from developing and spreading.
Here are some additional resources to help identify preventive measures for mold: Is it Really Mold?, Mold: Tips of the Trade, Mold Prevention
