Are you looking for new market opportunities for your urban wood products? Trying to find ways to add more value to what you produce? Join us for a one-day workshop to learn about how specialized drying techniques can create new sales opportunities for artisan products.

LEARN “WHY TO DRY” FROM THE EXPERTS:

- What state and federal regulations apply to Michigan wood products?

- What do you need to know about moving and handling products?

- How does kiln drying relate to these regulations?

- Will kiln drying improve market opportunities?

- Will kiln drying increase the sales value of products?

UNDERSTAND THE FUNDAMENTALS OF DRYING:

- What are the different ways to dry wood?

- What systems and equipment are available?

- What skills and knowledge will you need?

- How does wood react to drying?

- How does the drying process affect wood performance?

PRACTICE IN A HANDS-ON FIELD SESSION:

- Tour MSU’s kiln operation and practice typical stacking and setup.

- Learn about the daily routines for operation and sampling.

- Discuss the unique concerns for drying urban and character wood.

- Understand drying processes for specialty products such as slabs, burls, rounds, crotch wood, and cookies.