Wood Technology Laboratory

Expertise in wood technology and the circular economy builds resilience in a changing world.

Our Wood Technology Laboratory offers comprehensive testing and development services that support innovation and quality assurance, particularly for the wood and furniture industries. Our services include heat treatment and drying services, the utilization of recycled materials, environmental and condition testing, and the production of plywood and particleboard.

In our accredited furniture testing laboratory, we conduct product and surface tests that help ensure the durability and safety of furniture and surface materials. We also provide expert services for product development, improving the energy efficiency of a company or process, and developing personnel competence.

The laboratory also serves daily as a learning environment for engineering and design students. LAB is the only higher education institution in Finland offering a degree program in wood technology engineering.

We tailor our services to meet the specific needs of companies. Feel free to contact our experts, contact details can be found at the bottom of the page.

Our services

Product and material services

Our services include thermal modification, drying, environmental condition testing, and CNC machining of prototypes and test pieces. We also manufacture plywood and particleboard, including test panels made from recycled materials, as well as a variety of surface coatings.

Furniture testing

Safety, strength, and durability are key selling points for furniture and contribute to extending product life cycles. Our accredited furniture testing laboratory assesses product performance and quality using methods compliant with EN standards. Our range of tests is the most comprehensive in Finland.

Expert services

We support companies in developing their business and quality through expert and product development services. We also provide continuing education in the wood sector.

Testing standards

EN 310; EN 13879; EN 789; EN 408; EN 314-1; EN 314-1; EN 205; EN 319; EN 408; EN 14323; EN 321; EN 1087-1; EN 317; EN 318; EN 321; EN 311; EN 382-1; EN 382-2; EN 438-2; EN 13442; EN ISO 8295; EN 438-2; EN320

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Contact us

Juhani Kakriainen
Laboratory Coordinator
juhani [dot] kakriainenatlab [dot] fi
Mika Väkeväinen
Product manager
mika [dot] vakevainenatlab [dot] fi
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