Assessment of research and technology transfer needs for wood-frame housing /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Powell, Kevin L.
Corporate Author:	Forest Products Laboratory (U.S.)
Other Authors:	Tilotta, David C., Martinson, Karen L.
Format:	Government Document eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Madison, WI : U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, Forest Service, Forest Products Laboratory, [2008]
Series:	General technical report FPL ; 176.
Subjects:	Wooden-frame houses > Technological innovations > Public opinion. Wooden-frame houses > Research > Public opinion. Technology transfer > Public opinion.
Online Access:	https://purl.fdlp.gov/GPO/LPS101083

Description
Abstract:	Improvements to housing will require both research and the transfer of that research to homebuilders, homebuyers, and others in need of technology. This report summarizes results of a national survey on research and technology transfer needs for housing and prioritizes those needs. Survey participants included academicians, builders, code officials, government officials, homeowners, manufacturers, and others. In addition to determining overall priorities, research and technology transfer needs are also categorized into important priority areas for housing: construction, design, disaster, durability, environmental factors, fasteners and adhesives, inspection, materials, operation, maintenance and rehabilitation, and other areas. Analysis of the needs for housing research and technology demonstrates great interest in, and high priority for, moisture and mold issues, wood preservation and related fastening technology, and development of standardized inspection and installation procedures for materials and products. Priorities identified in this study will be used by the Forest Products Laboratory for developing a national program for housing research and development.
Item Description:	Title from title screen (viewed on Aug. 29, 2008). "April 2008." Electronic resource.
Physical Description:	30 pages : digital, PDF file.
Format:	Mode of access: Internet via the USDA Forest Service web site. Address as of 08/29/08: http://www.fpl.fs.fed.us/documnts/fplgtr/fpl%5fgtr176.pdf ; current access available via PURL.