Kiln Drying Short Course

August 16-19, 2010

 

Brochure/Registration Form Attached


Course Description

The University of Minnesota has provided training for the wood drying industry since 1978 and has trained approximately 750 individuals in the basics of kiln drying lumber. The course emphasizes conventional drying of hardwood species, however, other equipment and procedures will be discussed. (Facilities on site include dehumidification and conventional steam heated kilns.) Instruction will be provided by way of lectures, demonstrations and hands-on kiln drying experience with ample time reserved for group discussion as well as individual consultation.

 

Who Should Attend

Kiln operators, supervisors and others in the wood-using industry desiring to learn more about basic kiln operation and wood moisture relations. The course is also recommended for people/companies not currently drying wood who would like to start a kiln business or are considering construction of a small kiln for personal use. No previous training or experience is necessary.

 

For Additional Information

Contact: Harlan Petersen, Department of Bioproducts and

Biosystems Engineering, University of Minnesota, 2004

Folwell Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108, (612) 624-3407,

E-mail: harlan@umn.edu.

 

Kiln Drying Short Course

Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems

Engineering

2004 Folwell Avenue

University of Minnesota

St. Paul, MN 55108