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At X-Mold, our goal is to be a resource for accurate and up-to-date information regarding treating wood to resist mold growth. We encourage you to read through the reports below to learn more about new developments at X-Mold and throughout the industry. “For pallet manufacturers and their customers who are concerned about mold growing on pallets, the E-Fusion product manufactured by X-M Industries provides excellent protection that should last long enough for pallet surfaces to dry to below 20% moisture content. “The intent of using a chemical fungicide on pallets is to provide mold protection while pallets have time to dry. The mold protection provided by E-Fusion exceeds this requirement for most conditions of pallet use. Pallets must be protected from subsequent exposure to water.”
“In recent years, it has become increasingly evident that mold growing on newly
manufactured wood pallets is becoming less tolerated by many customers. Consequently, pallet customers are increasingly ArticlesOverview – “The performance and effectiveness of X-M Industries, Inc. E-FUSION-RTU chemical fungicide in preventing mold from occurring on green (wet) wood pallet components” – By Peter Hamner and Marshall White“Mold, Mildew on Pallets, Lumber Can be Prevented, Eliminated” – By Peter Hamner and Marshall White phd “Mold, Fungi Still Pose Threats to Pallet Businesses” – By Matthew Harrison “Case Studies of Heat Treating and Mold Control of Wood Pallets” – Brian Bond Industry Links
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From Peter Hamner, Center for Unit Load Design, Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech and USDA Forest Service Cosponsor Conference on Preventing and Eliminating Mold on Wood Pallets – A Manufacturer’s and End-Users Perspective