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This research evaluated thermomechanical densification procedures used as a method to season structural or semi-structural timber in a time and energy efficient manner and to produce min…
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This study conducted a final inspection of the in-ground natural durability field trial at five sites in Australia. In 1968-69, 77 timber species were installed. The best performing timber…
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This research aimed to generate new species and CCA preservative treatment (to H3 level) corrections for P. radiata (radiata pine) and P. elliottii (slash pine); determine the overall reli…
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This study evaluated possible low-cost methods of assessing solid-wood value of plantation- grown E. dunnii trees using the tangential shrinkage properties of fixed-height increment co…
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This project reviewed the published scientific data available on the performance of LOSP formulations based on tin. It aimed to identify and describe further experimental work required to…
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This project was directed at exploring opportunities to use molecular tools to enhance permeability of heartwood in eucalypt stems. The research focused on the molecular basis of tylosis f…
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Effective insulation of suspended timber floors will improve the thermal performance of dwellings. Good thermal insulation results from the installation of suitable insulating materia…
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Eucalypt Plantations for Solid Wood Products in Australia – A Review. ‘If you don’t prune it, we can’t use it’. This review explores influences and impediments to profitably process plantat…