Wood Research and Development

Wood Research and Development, located in Jefferson, Oregon, is a Testing and Certification Lab with 43 employees. The company provides services related to timber inspections, timber courses, and structural engineering and design. Wood Research and Development specializes in EPHOD™, a non-destructive wood testing process using compression waves, which accurately assesses wood condition without drilling holes. The company offers a variety of wood testing techniques for both large and small projects. This includes core sampling for rot analysis and density testing in water. They also provide treatment solutions to prevent rot and damage, imparting an orange hue to the wood. In addition to testing, Wood Research and Development offers glued-laminated timber (glulam) beams for structural applications. These beams, composed of treated wood layers glued together and reinforced with Kevlar, deliver high strength and lightness, appealing to both structural and aesthetic requirements. The company's engineers analyze timber structures, identifying strong and weak points and providing a detailed report with ratings for each area based on their 40 years of expertise. This data informs the design and timeline for cost-effective restoration and repair. For further information, interested parties can visit woodrandd.com.