Lakehead University’s Mathew Leitch has developed a non-destructive mapping system that identifies wood quality before trees are harvested, making the forestry industry more environmentally friendly, competitive, and attractive to new investment. This system for testing wood quality is less destructive and samples more trees for the same cost. It involves remote, acoustic testing, and was developed in partnership with Resolute Forest Products, Sumac Geomatics Incorporated, CCS Central Computer Services, Green Forest Management Inc., and Lac Seul and Sachigo First Nations.
The procedure not only ensures loggers harvest the most suitable trees, it also allows mill operators to more accurately assess and market wood according to its quality.
