Wood pallet manufacturing process explains how strong pallets are made for export, warehouse, and factory use. Each step—from choosing wood to final testing—affects strength, safety, and durability. Let’s explore how PT. Bumi Mandiri Resources (BMR) turns raw timber into reliable, export-quality pallets that support global trade.
Step 1: Choosing the Best Wood
Everything starts with good-quality timber. BMR uses hardwood types like meranti, mahogany, and acacia. These woods are dense and strong, so they can carry heavy loads up to 2,000 kg without breaking.
Every log gets tested for moisture content. The ideal range is 18–22% to keep the wood stable and prevent bending. All timber comes from SVLK-certified forests, meaning it’s legal and eco-friendly. This supports both strong pallets and sustainable forestry.
Step 2: Cutting and Sizing
Next, workers cut the logs into planks and stringers using high-precision saw machines. Every piece must fit perfectly so the pallet stays balanced.
At BMR, the cutting process has a tolerance of just ±1 millimeter, ensuring each board matches exactly. This accuracy helps the pallet stay strong when loaded or lifted by a forklift.
Step 3: Kiln Drying and Heat Treatment
After cutting, wood must lose extra moisture. In the kiln drying room, hot air dries the planks until they reach the right moisture level.
Then, the pallets go through ISPM-15 heat treatment. The temperature reaches 56°C for at least 30 minutes. This step kills insects, larvae, and bacteria inside the wood. It also hardens the fibers, making the pallet tougher and more stable.
After treatment, each pallet gets an official ISPM-15 stamp, which means it’s safe for international shipping to places like the U.S., Japan, and Europe.
Step 4: Assembly and Nailing
Now the real pallet takes shape. Workers assemble the top and bottom decks using pneumatic nail guns for perfect depth and grip.
This automated system makes sure nails go in at the right angle, so the pallet can handle both hand pallet and forklift movement easily. Each nail pattern spreads weight evenly, keeping the structure solid even after long use.
A typical BMR pallet holds up to 1,000 kg in dynamic load, perfect for factory and export operations.
Step 5: Quality Check and Load Testing
Before shipping, every pallet passes a quality inspection. The team checks nail position, surface smoothness, and size accuracy.
Next, each model goes through load tests that simulate real conditions. Pallets must stay firm even after repeated 1,500 kg pressure tests. Only pallets that pass every test get stamped for export.
These strict checks make sure every unit from BMR meets international strength and safety standards.
Step 6: Finishing and Coating
Once tested, pallets receive protective coating to resist water and mold. This coating cuts moisture absorption by about 40%, making it perfect for Indonesia’s humid climate.
BMR can also add custom printing such as company logos, barcodes, or batch codes for better tracking during export.
Step 7: Packaging and Delivery
The final step is packaging and delivery. Pallets are stacked, wrapped, and loaded carefully into trucks or containers.
With a monthly capacity of over 10,000 pallets, BMR supplies major logistics centers in Jakarta, Surabaya, and Batam, as well as exports to Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand.
Every shipment includes ISPM-15 and SVLK certificates, ensuring smooth export and trusted quality.
The Final Product: Strong and Certified
After all these steps, the result is a high-strength, eco-friendly, export-ready wood pallet. Thanks to smart technology, skilled labor, and strict inspection, every pallet can last for years under tough industrial use.
PT. Bumi Mandiri Resources keeps improving its process using CNC machines, eco coatings, and digital quality control. This ensures strong, safe, and sustainable products that support efficient trade worldwide.
Final Thoughts
The wood pallet manufacturing process is more than cutting wood—it’s a mix of science, care, and responsibility. By combining high-tech tools and sustainable methods, BMR creates pallets that last longer, perform better, and protect both your cargo and the planet.
Learn more below about BMR’s pallet innovations, eco-friendly processes, and how they support export industries every day!
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