Woodhandling

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This course explains wood properties and wood components in addition to the purpose, design and function of the equipment used.

Training type
Online
Duration
3 hrs
Location
Online
Description
This course gives an introduction to woodhandling, where logs are debarked and homogenous chips with minimum pins and fines content are produced. It explains wood properties and wood components in addition to the purpose, design and function of the equipment used. Topics covered: - Wood raw material - Equipment in the wood yard
Objective
Understanding the contents in wood, different wood species, classification of wood and the design and function of the woodhandling equipment.
Audience
Operators, maintenance personnel and other personnel working with the wood handling.
Pre-requisites
Basic knowledge of pulpmaking.