Journal article
Kerfing to prevent decay of douglas-fir poles: An update
Forest Products Journal, Vol.36(5), pp.46-48
1986
Abstract
The ability of kerfing to limit the development of deep checks and minimize fungal decay was evaluated on pressure-treated Douglas-fir electric transmission poles. After 18 to 19 years of service, incidence of decay was markedly lower in kerfed than in non-kerfed poles. This result can be attributed to the decreased development of deep checks that penetrate past the preservative-treated zone. Kerfing appears to be a valuable tool for minimizing the development of checks and limiting the entry of decay fungi.
Details
- Title
- Kerfing to prevent decay of douglas-fir poles: An update
- Authors
- Jeffrey J Morrell (Author)Mark Newbill (Author)
- Publication details
- Forest Products Journal, Vol.36(5), pp.46-48
- Publisher
- Forest Products Society
- Date published
- 1986
- ISSN
- 0015-7473
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; National Centre for Timber Durability and Design Life
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99451125102621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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