The Need for FM Approved Pallets
Plastic pallets can represent a substantial fire hazard in warehouses, shipping centers and long-term storage facilities. Compared to wood, conventional plastic pallets require higher sprinkler water discharge rates to deliver sufficient protection and fire suppression in an emergency.
FM 4996 approval provides a measure of confidence that a plastic fire retardant pallet will deliver fire protection as good as or better than its wooden counterpart. Suitable for use in any facility where fire safety is a priority, Polymer Solutions International manufactures a wide selection of non-halogen, FM approved pallets
Get the safety and peace of mind you need while still enjoying all the benefits
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Fire Retardant Plastic Pallets at PSI
At PSI, our plastic pallets are fully halogen-free and heat treated while still meeting FM standards for flame resistance. Lightweight, affordable and built for the long haul, our FM approved plastic pallets deliver peace of mind and unrivaled performance in a number of different industries and applications. Our non-halogen plastic pallets first received FM approval in May 2015 and have maintained FM approved status ever since, meeting the demand of our global customer base for products that are safer and better for the environment.
Several of our FM approved pallets include:
- 40 x 48 ProGenic® Heavy Duty Pallet
- 40 x 48 ProGenic® Standard Duty Pallet
- 40 x 48 Double Leg Ratchet Pallet
- 40 x 48 ProGenic® Reinforced Plastic Pallet
- 1000 x 1200 Double Leg Ratchet Metric Pallet
- 40 x 48 ProGenic® 3 Stringer Plastic Pallet
All FM approved pallets are standardized to meet strict regulatory requirements. Don’t see what
you need? Contact us today to talk about our non-FM custom pallet options.
What Is FM Approval?
What Is FM Approval?FM Approvals is an internationally recognized, independent testing and certification agency. The organization employs evidence-based research and testing to determine whether or not a given product can meet its high standards for commercial and industrial loss prevention.
FM approval is only extended to fire-retardant plastic pallets that perform equal to or better than conventional wood pallets when it comes to heat release. In order to become FM approved, fire retardant pallets must undergo comprehensive review and testing at a third-party lab. Regular follow-up audits ensure that integrity is maintained and previously approved plastic pallets continue to uphold standards at all times.
The Importance of Non-Toxic, Non-Halogen Plastic Pallets
Not all plastic pallets are created equal. Older flame-retardant plastic pallets from other manufacturers used halogen-based chemicals, such as decabromodiphenyl ether (deca-BDE), to coat their products. Over the past decade, a mounting body of scientific evidence has pointed to significant health problems associated with long-term exposure to deca-BDE, such as liver and thyroid damage, as well as reproductive, development and neurological impairment. For this reason, many states and industries have begun to phase out the use of deca-BDE in certain products.
With this in mind, we are proud to be the industry’s very first pallet manufacturer to offer non-halogen plastic pallets. At Polymer Solutions International we take our customers’ safety very seriously, which is why we feel the need to bring awareness to the health risks associated with older, flame retardant plastic pallets– and offer a safer alternative.
Even if you’re not legally required to, choosing to use non-deca-BDE plastic pallets keeps your workers safe and positions you for future regulatory compliance, should anything change in the future.
Polymer Solutions International, Inc offers the industry’s first Non-Halogen, Non-Toxic, NSF Certified and fire retardant FM Approved pallets.
Further Enhance Safety with FDA Approved Pallets
In addition to meeting international standards for flame protection, our heat treated pallets are fully recyclable and available with FDA-approved hygienic coatings for use in food and beverage, pharmaceutical and other applications.
Want to learn more about our current lineup of fire retardant pallets? Contact our office to discover the many benefits of making PSI your exclusive provider of halogen-free, fire retardant FM approved pallets.