Description
Dry timber stacks with modern and dated kiln technologies, such as dehumidification, solar, vacuum and conventional drying.
Alternative labels
use wood kiln drying technologies
administer wood kiln drying technologies
follow wood kiln drying technologies
applying wood kiln drying technologies
apply wood kiln drying technology
employ wood kiln drying technologies
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.
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