A sawmill experienced a decrease in the number of boards exhibiting collapse defects after...
Drying, Finishing and Adhesives
The Superheated Steam Dilemma: Evaluating a Proposed Revolution...
Scientist: Superheated steam drying (SSD) offers several advantages over conventional kiln drying...
Will Lignin-Based Adhesives Dominate the Wood Panel Industry?
A researcher studying wood adhesives argues that bio-based adhesives derived from lignin will soon...
Sticking Points: How Wood Extractives Affect Adhesion
Wood extractives, particularly in species like Southern pine and teak, can significantly inhibit...
Drying’s Energy Equation
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Water Potential Paradox
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