USA fights Sirex Wasp

The U.S. State of North Carolina has just issued its own Declaration of Exterior Quarantine for (Sirex) European Wood Wasp, which became effective on the

24th June. This has followed several years of research after a single Sirex wood wasp was discovered in the State of New York in 2004. Since this time the pest has spread to other areas in the Northeast U.S.
Subsequently, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services has imposed special quarantine regulations controlling the movement of Pine wood products (& packaging) from New York, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Vermont and any other state where pest has been found.

It is expected that talks involving the USDA-APHIS, NELMA, state governments and other organisations will be held in the near future.

Inka has spoken with key personnel within the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and we are advised that our current export certification still applies. However, we are assured that we will be updated should any changes occur. (July 02)

Further details at: http://www.nelma.org/module-SimpleNews-display-sid-69.html

Top Quality!

We are delighted to advise our customers of Presswood Pallets & Composite Blocks (Euroblock) that earlier this year our Dutch factory appointed a specialist KAM Manager; responsible for assessing incoming raw material quality, in-process and finished quality, as well as environmental and H&S matters. While these issues have always been carefully monitored, it is expected that, with advanced developments in analysis procedures and enhanced design innovations, fine improvements may be made in the manufacturing methods to further improve performance of our products. (Feb 08)

Le Mans Series uses Presswood Pallets

The Le Mans Series (www.lemans-series.com) is a full season of endurance racing, with the the two category winners going forward to the Le Mans 24 Hour race. Having completed 5 of the 6 European races the final stage is to be held at Interlagos in Brazil. The logistics specialists DHL Global Forwarding selected our Presswood Pallets to meet ISPM15 requirements to ensure that there would be no delays at Brazilian Customs, as the schedule is demanding and timing critical. The F11 (1140 x 1140mm) and F76 (760 x 1140mm) pallets were chosen, as these allow full utilisation of container space, and were used by the teams to palletise wheels, spare parts, equipment, specialist fuels and tools. Of course, as Presswood Pallets are re-usable (and meet European import requirements) they can be used to get the teams & their equipment home safely. (Oct 07)

New Pallet Collar

We have recently introduced a new product to our range - The ECO-Collar. This exciting new alternative to timber and plastic collars is much lighter in weight and less expensive. The walls are made with a double thick corrugated board, which can be easily written on for fast and convenient identification; and the hinges are of plastic. This makes for a much safer product that can be used for internal applications or exported anywhere in the world without treatment. Download the PDF brochure here. (July 2007)

USA enforces ispm15

From 16 September all goods arriving in the USA from overseas will be required  to meet ISPM15 regulations. Further details can be found at www.ISPM15.com

Support for Asian Tsunami

Inka are pleased to be supporting Oxfam in their efforts to get supplies delivered to affected areas of the Asian Tsunami by providing free Presswood Pallets. Since the pallets have full ISPM15 certification for all parts of Asia this means that import delays are eliminated. Inka wish to acknowledge the assistance of MSD Distribution Ltd of Wickford in delivering the pallets without charge.
(Jan, 2005)
.......................................

PRESSWOOD® now a registered Trade Mark

The word 'presswood' is now a registered Trade Mark. This, we believe, distinguishes our pallets from any other types of pallet and provides protection from any counterfeits that may appear in the future.
(Nov, 2004)

New size Presswood Pallet

A new size of Presswood Pallet is now available - 1140 x 760mm - Ref. F76. This has been purposely designed for companies wishing to export on a size similar to the Euro-size pallet. The slight reduction in size means that three pallets will fit across an ISO container, used predominantly for deep-sea shipping. Further details can be obtained by contacting us.
(Oct, 2004)

ISPM15 is being implemented in Australia from 1st September. While this permits the use of treated timber pallets and dunnage, AQIS have confirmed to us that these regulations will run alongside their current regulations. This simply means that exporters using Presswood Pallets can continue as before without problems.
(Sept, 2004)

Latest news from America

ISPM15 is due to be implemented in America in the next few months. However, in the meantime they are encouraging exporters to pack according to ISPM15 regulations. All the latest information can be found at http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ppq/swp/

Inka welcome their new SW Stockist

We are pleased to welcome Elms Cross Packaging Ltd as our sixth UK Stockist for Presswood Pallets. Based in Warminster this latest addition will be offering supply to the southwest of the country; including South Wales. Elms Cross Packaging specialise in corrugated cases and other ancillary packaging.
(July, 2003)

Inka introduce another new Stockist

Inka are delighted to announce the appointment of a new Stockist for Presswood Pallets - Arden Packaging Limited of Stockport. Established in 1980, they are considered as one of the North West's premier packaging suppliers, offering off-the-shelf and made to measure cartons, protective and ancillary packaging.
(Feb, 2003)

China clamps down on wooden packaging

China has advised European sources that they plan to introduce tougher new measures on all wooden packaging entering their country from the EU.

As of 1st August all shipments containing wooden packaging etc. should be supported by Phytosanitary certification.

Presswood Pallets and PW Blocks are accepted by the Chinese Import Authorities - certificates are available in either English or Chinese.
(Aug, 2002)

New Midlands Stockist

Inka are delighted to announce that Presswood Pallets will be available direct from our Midlands Stockist - Parkside Packaging Limited. Established since 1989, this reputable company specialises in performance packaging on a just-in-time basis to all types of industry. To visit the Parkside Packaging website, go to LINKS at the bottom of the page and click on the live connection.
(March, 2002)

Stretch-wrap can be delivered free with Presswood Pallets

We are now pleased to offer Stretch-wrap to all Presswood Pallet customers, which is delivered free with normal orders of Presswood Pallets. Our prices are very competitive and we stock all of the most popular grades and sizes.
(Dec, 2001)

Inka Introduce Another NEW Presswood Pallet

A brand new Presswood Pallet size has arrived. It is 1140 x 1140mm which is ideal for ISO containers.

This means that Presswood Pallets are even better for export applications as they can be shipped anywhere in the world without special treatments.

At present, regulations are in place for exports to Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Taiwan, China, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, India, South Africa, Canada and the USA. By using Presswood Pallets our customers simply take the next pallet from the stack and include the appropriate certificate.

This new size pallet means that companies shipping overseas will get a better fill inside ISO containers.

Contact us right now for certified free samples to test.
(Nov, 2001)

That will do nicely...!

Inka are delighted to announce that, with immediate effect, payment is now possible by Credit Card. Cards included are VISA, MasterCard, Switch, Solo, Maestro, VISA Electron, and JCB cards.
Any customers wishing to pay in this way can negotiate a discount.
(Sept, 2001)

Emergency measures in force from 1 Oct, 2001:

From 1st October there will be emergency International Phytosanitary regulations in force. This will cover the international movement of wooden packaging from Canada, China, Japan and the USA. Complete measures will be in place by March 2002. However, it is already accepted that Presswood Pallets (and Blocks) will be exempt from special treatments or regulations.
(Sept, 2001)

Inka Introduce a NEW Presswood Pallet

A new Presswood Pallet has arrived. It is a Euro-size (800 x 1200mm) pallet which replaces the F8M and F8S style. While the F8M and F8S were popular, the design was almost 30 years old.

The new pallet (see picture below) will replace the F8M and F8S pallet. The main modifications are a redesigned top surface for improved performance, and new shaped 'feet' designed to give extra strength. The new pallet also boasts recesses on each side to locate banding/strapping.

The new reference for this pallet is F8LF-2, for the 900kg capacity pallet; and F8LF-2S for the 1250kg version. All other specifications are as before - as is the price!
(Aug, 2001)

Inka Launch new Plastic Pallets:

We have introduced two new plastic pallets to the UK. Available in 800 x 1200mm (Ref. HP80) or 1000 x 1200mm (Ref. HP100) sizes. The 1 Tonne, nesting style pallets cost under £10 and are extremely functional and robust.

Call us now on (+44) 01277 811085 for more information.

New Stockist:

We are delighted to announce that there is a new stockist of Presswood Pallets in Scotland. The Boxshop Ltd of East Kilbride will be holding stock from January 2001. Find out more about this company at their website - live link available via our LINKS page.
(Feb, 2001)

Export Regulations:

We have been hearing of a rumour that is circulating which doubts the suitability of Presswood Pallets for Australian bound exports. This rumour is not true. However, we would ask that all exporters using the Presswood Pallet ensure that the export certificate is fully completed; paying particular note to make sure that there is a numerical link (usually the container number) between the container and certificate.

Latest News - Argentina, Taiwan, Japan and South Africa have now declared that import regulations regarding wooden packaging are in place - contact us for complete certification for Presswood Pallets.
(Feb, 2001)

If you have arrived at this page from a search engine
click here to access the whole website