Moisture Matters Blog

Rx #7: DIAGNOSING CUSTOMER ISSUES Every so often, but hopefully not too often, a customer has a complaint. Often, moisture content (MC) is the potential issue. So, let’s discuss how to use a moisture meter on many types of finished products to obtain the necessary MC ... Read More

Rx #6: MOISTURE METER CHOICES There are two types of moisture meters used with lumber. One uses pins or needles that are inserted into the piece of wood being tested; the other does not have pins but has a plate that must be in good contact the wood. Which meter is ... Read More

Rx #5: MONITORING MC IN PRODUCTION There should be no doubt that the moisture content (MC) of the wood used in manufacturing of furniture, cabinets, flooring, and so on is super critical for producing products that perform well in service. As stated in Rx #1, the MC of ... Read More

Rx #4: SAMPLING INCOMING LUMBER Always check the MC of incoming lumber. It is critically important for a wood products manufacturing operation to have lumber that is at the correct moisture content (MC). Failure to achieve this goal means losses in quality and ... Read More

Rx #3: MEASURING MC WHEN UNLOADING A KILN Over the recent past decades, the processors and users of kiln dried (KD) lumber have become more and more conscious of the importance of achieving the correct final moisture content (MC). The users appreciate that incorrect MC ... Read More

Rx #2: SELECTING KILN SAMPLES KILN DRYING BASICS For kiln drying all hardwood, and some softwood, the basic kiln operation process is Read More

Rx #1: MOISTURE & WOOD INTERACTION WHY MC? Why do wood people worry so much about MC? In my 50 years in this wood manufacturing industry, I estimate that 75% of the manufacturing problems with wood are related to incorrect pr changing moisture content (MC). If we ... Read More

This opening article in our in-depth series explores the unique moisture meter needs within the hardwood flooring industry. We will look at the various stages of hardwood flooring and why installers need to maintain optimal moisture levels throughout a project. Read More

Hay producers require quality moisture meters to help maintain optimal moisture levels throughout each stage of production. Our case study highlights the challenges an end-user faces within the hay industry and outlines how we provide quality solutions to meet our ... Read More

When you’re installing hardwood floors as part of a DIY home renovation project, odds are you want to make sure that the hardwood you’re using is protected. After all, hardwood is a beautiful flooring material, and the highest-quality wood floors can be very expensive. Read More