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The feasibility of producing oriented strand board (OSB) from alder in western Oregon

Creator:

Murad, Iskandar

Abstract:

Alder (Alnus rubra Bong.), a major hardwood tree in Western Oregon, has potential as a raw material source for producing oriented strand board (OSB), based upon its availability, wood properties, and present under-utilization. While other studies recently examined board performance of alder produced OSB and obtained promising results, this study...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis