On-Site Heat Treatment
Heat Treating to Remove Wood-Borne Invasives
At Lion, we are dedicated to ensuring that our wood products are high-quality and safe for international export, when required. Our advanced, on-site heat treat chamber is designed to meet the stringent requirements set by global regulations, ensuring that wood products like pallets, skids, and other lagging equipment can be properly treated to prevent the spread of invasive species.
Heat treatment is a crucial process for any company involved in exporting wood products. This process ensures that the wood is free from harmful insects, larvae, and microorganisms that could be living inside the wood. The International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM-15) require that wood packaging materials are heat-treated to a specific temperature to eliminate these risks. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in severe penalties, rejected shipments, and harm to global biodiversity.
Because wood-borne invasives are dangerous.
Southern Yellow Pine Beetle
Asian Longhorned Beetle
Known for attacking hardwood trees, this beetle can cause severe damage to forests and urban landscapes. Once established, it is extremely difficult to control and can lead to widespread tree mortality.
Pine Wilt Nematode
This microscopic worm infests pine trees, causing pine wilt disease, which leads to the rapid death of affected trees. Its spread can have devastating effects on pine forests, particularly in regions where the species is not native.
Gypsy Moth
The gypsy moth caterpillar feeds on hundreds of species of trees and shrubs, defoliating large areas of forest. Without natural predators, it can cause massive ecological imbalances in new environments.
Heat Treat Equipment Specifications
Our system is designed to accommodate a wide range of wood sizes and complies with the ISPM-15 standard, a regulatory requirement for international shipping. Our standard procedure is to raise the core temperature of the wood to a minimum of 140°F (60°C) and maintain for at least 30 minutes. This process ensures that all pests, larvae, eggs, or other invasive species are eradicated, making the wood safe for export. Other parameters are available based on client needs.
- Interior Dimensions: 40 ft long x 25 ft wide x 13 ft tall
- Door Dimensions: 16 ft wide x 13 ft tall
- Recommended Clearance from Walls: 2 ft
- Operating Temperature Range: 140°F (60°C) to 170°F (77°C)
- Temp Adjustment Intervals: 1 degree Fahrenheit
- Temp Delta Across Chamber: Typically +/- 5 degrees Fahrenheit