Moisture monitoring for timber durability research
Université Laval conducted a durability study for Parc du Massif du Sud in collaboration with Goodfellow and Latéral to evaluate the performance of different coating and protection systems applied to hybrid glued-laminated timber (glulam) beams intended for exterior exposure conditions. Led by Professor of Timber Engineering, Alexander Salenikovich, eng., Ph. D., alongside Master’s Student Coralie Offroy, the two-month research program compared different wood coatings by monitoring moisture content, modulus of elasticity (MOE), and visible signs of deterioration under cyclic environmental conditions simulating accelerated exterior exposure. The objective was to evaluate the coatings’ effectiveness in enhancing timber durability and long-term performance.
