Description
EPAL CP3 Pallets Manufacturer in Bengaluru Rural, Karnataka
Sri Geetha Timbers manufactures EPAL CP3 Pallets — square, skid-based chemical industry pallets built to the internationally recognized EPAL/CP standard, specifically engineered for drums and bulk bags. As one of nine standardized CP pallet types developed for the European chemical industry and now used broadly across other industrial sectors, CP3 pallets bring dimensional consistency, load reliability, and traceability to chemical and bulk material supply chains. Manufactured in Nelamangala, Bengaluru Rural, we supply EPAL CP3 Pallets to chemical, industrial, and export businesses across Karnataka and pan-India.
What Are EPAL CP3 Pallets?
CP3 is one of nine standardized sizes within the CEFIC/EFTCO and EPAL Chemical Pallet (CP) system, measuring 1140mm x 1140mm — a square footprint shared with CP8 and CP9, though CP3 itself is built as a non-reversible, skid-based pallet with an open lower deck. The top deck typically consists of nine planks, while the lower structure uses three skids rather than a full second deck. This construction is part of the CP1–CP5 family — skid pallets used by the majority of chemical companies — and CP3’s square, robust build makes it especially well suited to drums and bulk bags that need stable, high-capacity support.
Because CP3 is part of a recognized EPAL-registered pallet pool system, businesses using CP3 pallets can participate in pallet reuse and exchange arrangements with other CP-registered manufacturers, rather than needing to manage a fully dedicated pallet stock for every shipment cycle.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1140mm x 1140mm |
| Construction Type | Skid-based, non-reversible, open lower deck (3 skids) |
| Top Deck | 9 planks |
| Primary Use | Drums and bulk bags |
| Pallet System | EPAL-registered Chemical Pallet (CP) pool |
| Treatment | ISPM15/IPPC heat treatment and fumigation available |
Why EPAL CP3 Pallets Matter for Drum & Bulk Bag Handling
Drums and bulk bags put specific demands on a pallet — concentrated weight, repeated stacking, and the need for a stable, square footprint that won’t shift under load.
- Square 1140x1140mm footprint — provides balanced, stable support for drums and bulk bags from any angle
- Skid-based construction — the open lower deck design used across CP1–CP5, favored by the majority of chemical companies for compatibility with existing handling equipment
- Non-reversible design — deliberately built with a defined top/bottom orientation optimized for drum and bulk bag stability
- EPAL-registered traceability markings — CP pallet number, manufacturer code, and month/year of production stamped onto the pallet
- ISPM15/IPPC heat treatment available, required for international shipment of chemical and bulk goods
Materials & Construction Standards
Our EPAL CP3 pallets are built from quality, seasoned timber, constructed to meet EPAL CP construction requirements — deck and bottom boards between 18 and 20 mm thick, stringers up to 22 and 24 mm, with no wanes permitted on stringers and poplar wood excluded from stringer construction. The nine-plank top deck is fastened with nail placement following the EPAL-prescribed spacing pattern, ensuring the pallet meets recognised structural standards for drum and bulk bag loads. On request, pallets are heat-treated and fumigated to ISPM15/IPPC standards, with manufacturer marking applied for full export documentation and customs compliance.
Applications & Industries We Serve
EPAL CP3 pallets from Sri Geetha Timbers are widely used across the following:
- Chemical & petrochemical industries — for drum storage and transport
- Bulk material handling — bulk bags of powders, granules, and industrial materials
- Agriculture & agrochemicals — bulk bag fertilizers, feeds, and pesticides
- Export & international logistics — where EPAL/CP-standard sizing and compliance matter for customs and trading partner requirements
- General industrial warehousing — wherever a stable, square-footprint pallet is needed for heavy or bulky loads
EPAL CP3 vs Other CP Pallet Sizes
CP3’s square, skid-based build makes it well suited to drums and bulk bags specifically. If your cargo is boxed or sacked instead, see our EPAL CP1 Pallets or CP2 Pallets. For similarly-sized square pallets with different deck construction, compare with our CP8 Pallets (center-hole design) — CP3, CP8, and CP9 all share the 1140x1140mm footprint but serve different handling needs. Contact us with your load and container details, and we’ll recommend the right CP size.
Why Choose Sri Geetha Timbers for EPAL CP3 Pallets?
Manufactured at our Nelamangala, Bengaluru Rural facility, our EPAL CP3 pallets are built to precise CP-standard dimensional tolerances and construction requirements, quality-checked before dispatch, and priced competitively for bulk industrial and export orders. For businesses handling drums and bulk bags, pallet stability isn’t optional — it’s a safety requirement, which is why we build to the documented EPAL CP construction standard. Explore our full Wooden Pallets range, or see our ISPM 15 Pallets page for export-focused compliance documentation.
EPAL CP3 Pallets — Manufacturing & Supply Locations
Our home base covers all of Bengaluru Rural district — Nelamangala, Dobbaspet, Sompura, Solur, Thyamagondlu, Doddaballapura, Devanahalli, and Hoskote — along with core Bengaluru city and greater Karnataka. We also supply EPAL CP3 pallets to chemical and industrial businesses across:
Tamil Nadu
Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Salem, Tirunelveli, Erode, Vellore, Thoothukudi, Dindigul, Thanjavur, Hosur, Karur, Namakkal, Krishnagiri
Kerala
Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Kollam, Kannur, Palakkad, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Malappuram
Andhra Pradesh
Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur, Nellore, Kurnool, Kadapa, Tirupati, Rajahmundry, Kakinada, Anantapur
Telangana
Hyderabad, Warangal, Nizamabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Secunderabad, Nalgonda, Mahbubnagar
West Bengal
Kolkata, Howrah, Durgapur, Asansol, Siliguri, Kharagpur, Haldia, Bardhaman, Malda, Baharampur, Krishnanagar, Bankura, Purulia, Cooch Behar
South India’s chemical and petrochemical processing hubs make CP3’s drum-handling design especially relevant across this region. For delivery outside these locations, contact us for a custom freight quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the dimensions of an EPAL CP3 pallet?
CP3 pallets measure 1140mm x 1140mm, built as a square, non-reversible, skid-based pallet.
Q: What is a CP3 pallet used for?
CP3 pallets are primarily used for drums and bulk bags in the chemical and industrial sectors.
Q: Is the CP3 pallet reversible?
No, CP3 pallets are non-reversible, built with a specific top/bottom orientation optimized for drum and bulk bag stability.
Q: Can EPAL CP3 pallets be heat-treated for export?
Yes, we supply CP3 pallets heat-treated and fumigated to ISPM15/IPPC standards for international shipping compliance.
Q: Do you supply EPAL CP3 pallets outside Karnataka?
Yes, we deliver across India, including Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and West Bengal.
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