Innovation management, hubs, clusters

The project assessed the technical and economic feasibility of manufacturing cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels in Catalonia using local timber. A prototype was created, evaluating wood processing, product quality, and market potential. Results indicated strong material performance but challenges in cost and availability of raw materials. Further research is suggested to enhance processing yields and competitiveness. Overall, CLT production in Catalonia is technologically feasible, with potential for growth in demand.

It examines the low usage of synthetic cable in Catalonia's timber harvesting due to its high cost and rapid wear. It proposes a solution involving a synthetic-steel bond in the cable's last meters to reduce abrasion and extend lifespan. The project aims to develop effective bonding techniques that enhance the cable's performance and promote its advantages, ultimately improving its adoption in the industry.

LOGGFORCAT is a project that developed a 15-meter telescopic arm prototype for efficient forest clearing. The system improves safety, boosts yield, and reduces environmental impact by streamlining tree clearing and stacking for transport, validated through pilot tests.

Recent land use changes have led to the abandonment of rural forest areas in Spain. The Rustic Property Management Platform helps manage plots, connect owners, and facilitate transactions, offering tools for inventory, profitability, and fire risk analysis.

The PRI.FOR.MAN project developed a Decision Support System for shared forest management, using national forest inventory and LiDAR data to map resources.

The Do.Na.To project tested a rapid method for analysing Douglas fir roundwood in order to classify its timber for structural uses, in order to create the conditions for a more profitable use of Douglas fir in Italy.

For the first time, structural grading tools for Spanish beech wood have been developed. Both visual and mechanical grading methods will enable its use in structural products like beams, pillars, and glued laminated timber.

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.

For the first time in Spain, mechanical grading tools for maritime pine wood have been developed, enabling classification into C24 and C18 classes. These tools improve classification speed and accuracy.

The online application helps users evaluate their forest land using public data and estimate annual yields. It allows users to analyze their own images, calculate tree values, and monitor forest events. Users gain insights into forest condition, interventions, and planned harvests.