The book is intended for professionals in the field of materials science, construction technology and operational design of new facilities. Characteristic values for the calculation, project planning and process optimization are often important for the engineer working in the project planning of plants. Therefore, characteristic values for solid wood from different continents and for wood-based materials and modified wood are compiled in tabular form. Important adhesives and coating materi...

Wood and wood-based materials are taking centre stage in contemporary architecture — from striking multi-storey structures to innovative urban designs. Understanding their properties is essential to avoid costly mistakes and to apply standards such as Eurocode 5 with confidence.This book offers a clear, practical overview of the key physical and mechanical characteristics of major wood species and wood-based products — including moisture behaviour, elasticity, creep, and strength. ...

This handbook provides an overview on wood science and technology of unparalleled comprehensiveness and international validity.It describes the fundamental wood biology, chemistry and physics, as well as structure-property relations of wood and wood-based materials. The different aspects and steps of wood processing are presented in detail from both a fundamental technological perspective and their realisation in industrial contexts. The discussed industrial processes extend beyond...

The market for durable products using modified wood has increased substantially during the last few years. This is partly because of the restriction on the use of toxic preservatives due to environmental concerns, and to lower maintenance cost and time. Furthermore, as sustainability becomes a greater concern, the environmental impact of construction and interior materials is factored in planning by considering the whole life cycle and embodied energy of the materials used.Wood is ...