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Investigation of the surface characteristics of fingers and impacts of PUR adhesive chemistry and application on joints performance
The research project has the objective to evaluate how tool wear, adhesive type and adhesive application impact the manufacturability and bonding performance of finger-jointed (FJ) Douglas-fir lamellas. These will be assessed by measuring the mechanical properties, characterizing the surface quality and determining the initial friction. The experimental design will be conducted in both industrial (FJ process) and laboratory (measurement of dependent variables) settings to maximize technological transfer to the partner. The partner will benefit by noticing an expected reduction in the occurrence of rejects (i.e., FJ lamellas not meeting the required standard) and an increase in the performance of their products, which will foster an optimized use of their products and minimize forest resources.
Faculty Supervisor:
Julie Cool
Student:
Partner:
Henkel Canada
Discipline:
Engineering
Sector:
Manufacturing
University:
The University of British Columbia
Program:
Accelerate
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Mitacs is funded by the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, the Government of British Columbia, Research Manitoba, the Government of New Brunswick, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia, the Government of Ontario, Innovation PEI, the Government of Quebec, the Government of Saskatchewan, and the Government of Yukon.