Areas

Biology

The area biology at the IHD comprises the areas of mycology and molecular biology as well as wood science/wood anatomy, wood protection and wood modification.

Stacked tree trunks with a clearly visible transverse section in the foreground, highlighting the natural structure of the wood.

Materials

In the area of materials, wood based materials are developed using state-of-the-art laboratory and technical equipment, and the technologies for their manufacture are optimised and refined.

This photograph shows a row of laboratory bottles, with a brown bottle with a cap in focus. It symbolises the use of chemicals and reagents in scientific experiments.

Chemistry

The area consists of the partial areas of emissions from products, binders/adhesives, natural oils, wood preservatives and quality assurance.

Close-up of a square wooden rod clamped in black metal jaws – part of a physical test setup for investigating mechanical properties.

Physics

Test method and product development takes place in the Physics area.

Surface

In the area of surface, properties are imparted to the surfaces of wood, wood based materials and other materials.

Failure analysis

The expertise of our employees and the wide range of analytical options available enable us to identify problems and determine their causes in a wide variety of products.