LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber) of Fagus sylvatica (FAGUS)

LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber) of Fagus sylvatica (FAGUS)

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A new LVL product using Spanish beech veneer has been developed, aiming to enhance the beech wood value chain. Tests show improved bending strength and stiffness compared to sawn timber, confirming the material's suitability.
FAGUS: Adding value to beech trees through innovation and improving the competitiveness of their forest industry value chain
Domain
Wood construction industry
Innovation management, hubs, clusters
Keywords
Forest industries; wood mobilization
Challenge addressed
5.- Enhance economic and environmental performance of forest supply chains
Country of origin
Spain
Start and end year
- 2024
Contact data
Owner or author
Operational group (FAGUS: Adding value to beech trees through innovation and improving the competitiveness of their forest industry value chain.)
Reporter
Nacho Campanero, José Luis Villanueva
References and Resources
Resources
FOREST4EU factsheet - LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber) of Fagus sylvatica
Project under which this factsheet has been created
FOREST4EU