EMP · Ampallet

Molded wood pallets, engineered for export and turnover

Made from wood chips, shavings and plant fibers bonded with MDI resin, molded in one shot under high heat and pressure — deck and feet formed as a single piece. Nail-free, 4-way entry, nestable, classified as processed wood, so fumigation is usually not required for export.

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Protects your goodsNail-free, deburred flat deck — cartons and soft packaging stay intact

Saves your storageNestable when empty: 66 pcs of 1140×1140 per 2.6 m stack

Designed for exportProcessed-wood construction; confirm destination rules for each shipment

Ampallet molded pallet, top view — 1140×1140×135 (R1414), top view: one-piece molded deck with ribs — the surface your goods touch has no nails or protrusions.

Will it clear customs? The rule first, then our boundaries

The most common export delay for wood packaging comes from quarantine. Here is why this pallet counts as processed wood, what that means for you, and which steps you and your forwarder should confirm.

① Why fumigation is usually not required

ISPM 15 (IPPC) Annex 2.1 exempts wood packaging made wholly of processed wood created using glue, heat or pressure:

“Wood packaging made wholly of processed wood material, such as plywood, particle board, oriented strand board or veneer that has been created using glue, heat or pressure, or a combination thereof.” — ISPM 15 §2.1, IPPC/FAO

Ampallet is made by high-temperature, high-pressure molding. Destination rules can differ, so confirm the current requirements for each shipment.

② Boundary: confirm at destination

Importing countries may attach specific conditions for wood products. Please confirm the current requirements with your forwarder or the destination’s plant-protection authority before shipment.

We can provide material and process documentation to support your declaration.

③ Track record

Europe — medical equipment shipped via Indonesia (project 15013)
Philippines — 208 L drum double-stacking plan (project 14127)
Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand — bulk-bag applications

Specifications & loads: match your cargo against the table

Dynamic load is what a pallet safely carries while being lifted — check your cargo weight per pallet. Static load is what the bottom pallet carries in a stack. Both ratings assume evenly distributed loads.

Model	Size L×W×H (mm)	Weight	Dynamic	Static	Feet	Entry height
R0806	800×600×125	6 kg	≤ 1,000 kg	≤ 3,500 kg	6	95 mm ±3
R1208	1200×800×125	14 kg	≤ 2,000 kg	≤ 6,000 kg	9	92 mm ±3
R1414	1140×1140×135	17 kg	≤ 2,500 kg	≤ 7,000 kg	9	96 mm ±3

Ratings assume evenly distributed loads; actual capacity depends on cargo type, stacking and floor conditions. For point loads, see the stacking plans. Operating temperature: −10 to +70 °C.

R0806 molded pallet top view — R0806 top view: the 6-foot layout is specific to 800×600; feet and ribs are molded in one piece.

R0806 engineering drawing — R0806 drawing: overall height 125 mm, fork entry 95 mm.

Structure & handling: flat, stable, four-way entry

Forklift: 4-way entry. All three models accept forks from all four sides. Bottom guide channels help slightly tilted forks slide in.

Pallet jack: 2-way entry. Hand jacks enter from the two long sides. Confirm your jack’s lowered fork height is below the entry height (92–96 mm).

Batch consistency comes from the mold. Height tolerance ±2 mm, corner height difference ≤3 mm (L/W +5/−8 mm). Pallets from the same mold behave consistently on conveyors and in stacks.

R1414 molded pallet bottom structure — R1414 bottom view: nine tapered feet and X-ribs. The gaps between feet provide fork-entry space.

4-way entry (top view): yellow bands show forklift access from all four sides. Pallet jacks use the two long sides. Entry height is 92–96 mm — check equipment against this.

The nesting math: three calculations you can verify

Empty pallets nest into each other like cups: each pallet adds about 39 mm to a stack. What you save depends on stack height, container type and freight — each line below gives you the calculation and its conditions.

① Storage

Condition: 1140×1140×135, stack height up to about 2.6 m (subject to 40′ HC door height).

66 pcs per stack ÷ 2.6 m ≈ 39 mm per pallet

Compare with non-nestable pallets using your own rack height.

② Freight

Conditions and examples (40′ HC, single-tier loading):

R0806 · 525 pcs (75/stack × 7 stacks)
R1208 · 594 pcs (66/stack × 9 stacks)
R1414 · 1,320 pcs (66/stack × 20 stacks)
R1414 double-stack · 340 pcs (17/stack × 20 stacks)

Freight per pallet = container rate ÷ pcs loaded

Loading counts depend on the actual loading plan; include your container type with an inquiry.

③ Return leg

Nested returns can increase the number of empty pallets per container. For one-way exports, not returning them may be part of the cost model (see usage boundaries).

Nesting cross-section: tapered feet fit into gaps, adding about 39 mm per R1414 pallet.

Damage prevention: the pallet shouldn’t be the source of damage

Close-up of molded pallet ribs and feet — Close-up of ribs and feet: a one-piece molded surface with no joints or nail holes.

No nails → cartons and soft packs stay intact. Deck and feet are molded in one piece from fiber and resin — no metal fasteners or nail heads.

One piece → no delamination. No laminated layers to come apart; the molded surface is continuous and dense.

Flat deck → stable contact. Integrated ribs on both faces provide stiffness without unnecessary bulk.

Humid environments. MDI-fiber cross-linking is irreversible. Binder type: MDI (isocyanate); reports will be provided with datasheets when available.

Stacking plans: how to double-stack drums, and why the batten matters

A real plan from a Philippine 208 L drum customer (project 14127): four drums per pallet, double-stacked, requiring ≥3 t static and ≥1 t dynamic load. Switch between the two configurations below.

Double-stack section: the orange 15 mm particle-board batten spreads the upper pallet’s point load.

Configuration: base R1414-135 (~17±1 kg) + middle R1414-150 (~23±1 kg) with a 15 mm particle-board batten on its underside. Drums sit between the two tiers.

Why the batten is required: where pallet feet land directly on drum rims, point loads can deform lids. The batten converts point loads into planar support.

Container result: 340 pcs per 40′ HC (17 pcs/stack × 20 stacks, project 14127 basis).

Molded pallet underside with support batten fitted — Pallet underside with the 15 mm batten fitted: it bridges the span between the feet.

Other industries

Bulk bags — choose 1100×1100 / 1140×1140 by load needs
Bricks & tiles — heavy flat loads
Medical equipment export — nail-free clean deck
Corrugated cartons — flat deck suits carton stacking

Have specific cargo?

Send dimensions, weight per pallet and stacking tiers — we’ll reply with a plan.

From wood chips to pallet: a five-step process you can trace

One process explains the nail-free surface, processed-wood classification, and batch-to-batch consistency.

① ChippingChips, shavings and plant fiber reduced to 3–50 mm.
② Drying & heatSteam-dried 138→148 °C, heat-treated about 30 min; charge moisture 8–15%, product ≤9%.
③ Resin blendingBlended with MDI resin at about 5% content.
④ MoldingPressed at 220 °C / 1400 psi for about 5 min; internal temperature reaches 105 °C.
⑤ TrimmingEach pallet is edge-ground after molding for burr-free edges.

Evidence: what can be verified, first

We list traceable facts and reference files rather than a row of badge icons.

Export projects — Europe, Philippines, Indonesia and Southeast Asian bulk-bag applications.
Specs & drawings — figures in the specification section are tied to product technical files and drawings.
Five-step process — see the process section for documented parameters.
ISPM 15 exemption — reference wording from IPPC/FAO, with destination-specific requirements to be confirmed.

Get a quote: tell us about your load

Choose the product conditions once, then provide your contact details once in EMP’s native inquiry form. The selected information is carried into the form’s message field.

Model of interest

Cargo & loading per pallet

Destination port / country

Annual volume (approx.)

Dynamic / static load needs

Double-stacking? / pieces per pallet

Frequently asked questions

Do exports need fumigation or a heat-treatment certificate?

As processed wood, the pallets are generally covered by the ISPM 15 §2.1 exemption. Border rules vary — confirm with your forwarder per shipment; we provide material and process documents.

How do I choose between dynamic and static load?

Use the specification table: compare cargo weight per pallet with dynamic load, and the bottom pallet in a stack with static load. Both are evenly distributed ratings.

Can I use it on racking beams?

Not for open-beam rack storage. Contact us for a project-specific review if racking is involved.

Can a damaged pallet be repaired?

Structural damage can’t be nail-repaired like solid wood pallets. The design intent is single-trip or turnover use.

Can you make custom sizes?

Custom development depends on your dimensions and application. Send your requirements for review.

How about samples and lead time?

Note your sample request and target quantity in the inquiry summary; EMP will reply with the applicable arrangement.

When not to buy this pallet

Saying what it can’t do upfront helps avoid a mismatched purchase.

Not for open-beam racking

Suitable for floor stacking, not long-term suspended rack loads. Contact us for a project-specific review.

Ratings assume even loads

For drums and bulk bags with point loads, review the stacking plans and required support battens.

No nail repairs

Structural damage cannot be repaired like solid wood. For long-cycle heavy-duty assets, consider other pallet systems.

Distributed load

Load spread across the deck — the basis of the specification table.

Point load

Drum-rim load across the span between feet — review the 15 mm batten plan.