articles constructed of a plurality of scuffed sheets have improved sheet - to - sheet bond strength and surfaces with high coefficients of friction . articles constructed out of three scuffed sheets include exterior intumescent polymeric surfaces resisting the spread of combustion flames and insulating the interior surfaces from the high temperature of fire . articles include electronic apparatus sending an emergency 911 call to a remote monitoring station . articles are advantageously reinforced with optional rigidifying structures without article modification . members are joined with snap together features providing an assembled article . articles include handles for ergonomic manipulation by workers . articles include elements amenably receiving unitization accessories . the article improvements are demonstrated in the form of industrial platforms , particularly material handling pallets .