Engineered Panels

What are veneer-based engineered wood products (EWPs) primarily made from?

• Thin veneer sheets or strands bonded with adhesives

• Solid wood blocks

• Metal composites

• Plastic fibers

Which of the following is NOT a type of veneer-based engineered wood product?

• Plywood

• Laminated veneer lumber (LVL)

• Parallel strand lumber (PSL)

• Concrete

What significant advancement in plywood production occurred in 1934?

• Introduction of waterproof synthetic adhesives

• Development of parallel strand lumber

• Invention of laminated veneer lumber

• Discovery of biodegradable wood fibers

How do engineered wood products contribute to sustainability?

• They are made from renewable resources and store carbon

• They require high energy for fabrication

• They are non-recyclable

• They are primarily made from metal composites

What is a key environmental benefit of using engineered wood products compared to steel or concrete?

• Lower energy use and emissions

• Higher durability

• Greater weight

• Increased cost