CE standard for wood recognised in Japan
From February 6, the European standard 14081-1 for design strength values for structural lumber is recognized in Japan. CE stamped 2”x4” products can thus be used in the same way as JAS certified products. Pine and spruce are included in the first step but other species can be added later. This will simplify exports for construction timber to Japan.
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European Wood Day 2011
"Building and Living sustainably with European Wood"
08. November 2011
This European wood day was a great occasion to exchanging Know how about the latest European products and usage as well as the development in wooden constructions by showing special attention to environmental advantages of wood. We provide a follow up as follows:
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The mission of European Wood (EW) is to promote the benefits of using wood in constructions and interiors. European Wood supports the EU Woodworking Industry with trade issues, building codes, laws and regulations and closely also follows environmental issues.
European Wood is focusing on Japan and China and we are requesting for cooperation with the domestic organizations in these countries.
Current board members are French Timber, proHolz Austria, Swedish Wood and Norwegian Sawmill Industries Association. European Wood has a cooperation with CEI-Bois, the European organisation of wood producers and wood industries.