2.3.2.d. Electrical or Microwave Seasoning

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is electrical or microwave seasoning?

   Hint

   Think about how it quickly reduces moisture in wood.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of electrical seasoning.

   Hint

   Consider speed and efficiency for timber processing.

3. 3.

   What type of waves are used in electrical seasoning?

   • Sound waves
   • High-frequency electric waves
   • Light waves

   Hint

   Think about the technology used in the drying process.

4. 4.

   True or False: Electrical seasoning is generally less expensive than traditional methods.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   What do you recall about the costs associated with these methods?

5. 5.

   Calculate the time efficiency if traditional air seasoning takes 12 months and electrical seasoning reduces this to 3 weeks. What percentage did time reduce?

   Hint

   Think about how to convert months into weeks for proper comparison.

6. 6.

   Discuss the potential risks associated with electrical seasoning when applied to softer woods. What could happen?

   Hint

   Consider the properties of different wood types when subjected to quick drying.