Dimensionally consistent wood composite blocks being fed into an automated nailing system in the Netherlands, as seen on the FEFPEB 2017 plant tour.
allows us to create some of the improved strength characteristics and properties.
“The increased density of the Engineered Extruded Wood Block provides more impact resistance,” Clayton continued. “In addition, the denser material provides better fastener retention. This is because fasteners’ helixes and flutes have more material to grab.”
Engineered wood blocks offer other many benefits. Because they come “ready for assembly” no additional labor or equipment is needed to size them. Dimensional accuracy and consistent quality also facilitate automated assembly. In addition, the low moisture content means there is no drying or mold treatment needed. Blocks do not check or crack due to shrinkage from drying. The moisture content of Litco’s Engineered Extruded Wood™ block is 7% at the time of manufacture and is ISPM 15 compliant.
Sustainability is another advantage. Damaged logs, wood waste, and other wood by-products are the materials of choice for Engineered Extruded Wood™ blocks, making them a positive choice for a circular economy. The component materials are easily reusable for the end user as mulch, absorbents, and animal bedding.
To contact Litco about its composite pallet block initiative, call 877-431-3308 or email Page Clayton at [email protected].
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