Apply wood kiln drying technologies

Description

Dry timber stacks with modern and dated kiln technologies, such as dehumidification, solar, vacuum and conventional drying.

Alternative labels

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Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Apply wood kiln drying technologies is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Wood drying kiln operator: Wood drying kiln operators control the process of applying heat to moist or ‘green’ wood in order to obtain usable dry wood. Depending on the type of kiln, the drying operator will be responsible for moving the wood into and out of the kiln, temperature control, and ventilation.

Optional skill

Apply wood kiln drying technologies is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Engineered wood board machine operator: Engineered wood board machine operators work with machines to bond particles or fibres made from wood or cork. Various industrial glues or resins are applied to obtain fibre board, particle board or cork board.

 


 

References

  1. Apply wood kiln drying technologies – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022