TIMBER PRODUCTSAuditing ServicesTP has been providing quality inspections for the forest products industry for over 50 years. TP’s expertise includes Engineered Wood Products, Export Wood Packaging – ISPM15, Glulam, Log Homes, Panels & Plywood, Truss, Treated Wood, Lumber Grading including Transient Lumber, Wood Pellets and Utility Poles. LUMBER GRADING SERVICESTP’s professional field inspectors oversee quality audits for over 20 different …
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TIMBER PRODUCTS Wood Panels Auditing
TIMBER PRODUCTSWood Panels AuditingPanels – EnglishDocumentsCertificationsANSI Certificate of Accreditation 2022- updated Nov 14, 2022City of Los Angeles Testing Agency Certificate of Approval- updated Aug 01, 2022IAS AA-696 Certificate and Scope of Accreditation- updated Aug 29, 2022TL-295 Certificate and Scope of Accreditation – updated Aug 29, 2022DocumentsPlywood Manufacturing Process- updated Apr 27, 2020Plywood Manufacturing Process – Spanish- updated Apr 27, 2020The …
Read More »Industry Standards Voluntary Product Standard PS 2-18- updated Aug 31, 2021
Voluntary Product Standard PS 2-18Performance Standard for WoodStructural PanelsMarch 2019U.S. Department of CommerceWilbur L. Ross, Jr., SecretaryNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyWalter Copan, NIST Director and Undersecretary of Commerce forStandards and TechnologyiiCertain commercial entities, equipment, or materials may be identified in thisdocument in order to describe an experimental procedure or concept adequately.Such identification is not intended to imply recommendation or …
Read More »Industry Standards Voluntary Product Standard PS 1-19- updated Aug 31, 2021
Voluntary Product Standard PS 1-19Structural PlywoodDecember 2019U.S. Department of CommerceWilbur L. Ross, Jr., SecretaryNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyWalter Copan, NIST Director and Undersecretary of Commerce forStandards and TechnologyCertain commercial entities, equipment, or materials may be identified in thisdocument in order to describe an experimental procedure or concept adequately.Such identification is not intended to imply recommendation or endorsement by theNational …
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Plywood Manufacturing ProcessMike RussellPlywood Managermrussell@tpinspection.comRaw Material:A large variety of species can be used to make plywood to theapplicable standards. Forest types vary throughout North andSouth America. Species have been grouped into classes, and thisinformation may be needed on the TP Stamp.Log Yard Stock:A certain volume of log yard stock is needed to keepthe veneer species and quality distribution consistent.Log Storage:Depending …
Read More »Plywood (PS1 / PS2 (US) CSA (Canada) JAS (Japan) and AS/NZS (Australian/New Zealand) Oriented Strand Board (OSB) – PS2( US) CSA O325 (Canada) and JAS (Japan) Wood Panel Siding ANSI/APA PRP 210-2014 Particleboard ANSI A208.1 (US) Medium-density fiberboard(MDF) – ANSI A208.2 (US) Hardwood Plywood ANSI A135.4 Hardwood and Decorative Plywood ANSI/HP-2004
Timber Products Inspection offers programs for: https://www.tpinspection.com/auditing-services/panels/wood-panels-auditing Plywood (PS1 / PS2 (US) CSA (Canada) JAS (Japan) and AS/NZS (Australian/New Zealand)Oriented Strand Board (OSB) – PS2( US) CSA O325 (Canada) and JAS (Japan)Wood Panel Siding ANSI/APA PRP 210-2014Particleboard ANSI A208.1 (US)Medium-density fiberboard(MDF) – ANSI A208.2 (US)Hardwood Plywood ANSI A135.4Hardwood and Decorative Plywood ANSI/HP-2004For further information please email us or contact our …
Read More »Wood Panels Auditing,in-plant quality and process controls, PS 1-19 or PS 2-18 criteria
The difference is our service. The Panel division staff at Timber Products Inspection (TP) brings years of industry expertise and knowledge to our customers. We focus on in-plant quality and process controls to ensure that finished products meet industry recognized standards. Our clients participating in this program experience increased efficiency in production as well as fewer problems in the field. …
Read More »Infrared Vs Traditional Saunas,INSPECTION,inspector,testing,factory auditing,sourcing
Comparison ItemInfraredTraditionalTemperature90-135 FDry Radiant180-233 FMoist or DrySweatSweat up to 3 times as much.80% Water, 20% Toxins, Heavy Metals etc.97% Water, 3% Toxins, Heavy Metals etc.AirFresh, No Steam and ComfortableHigh Humidity, Very HotHealth BenefitsPain Relief, Detoxification, Increased Circulation, Weight Loss, Lowered Blood Pressure Cholesterol, Cellulite RemovalModerate Detoxification, Pain Relief and Weight Loss. Restricted by limited time users can stay in.Plumbing RequiredNoNoElectrical …
Read More »Sauna Rooms Equipment and Accessories,Traditional Dry Saunas,INSPECTION,inspector,testing,factory auditing,sourcing
Traditional Dry Saunas A sauna is a room designed to be heated to very high temperatures, with well-controlled humidity. Saunas are used both for recreational and therapeutic purposes, with most people using to relax, as well as for their health benefits. Most are built of aromatic wood, which releases pleasing aromas as they heat. There are two main types of …
Read More »Custom-Cut Outdoor Saunas,INSPECTION,inspector,testing,factory auditing,sourcing
Custom-Cut Outdoor Saunas are perfect for new construction—such as within a pool house—or remodeling an existing backyard structure, such as a shed or unattached garage.
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