Presented and Sponsored by: Jartek US Inc.

Thermal wood modification is a hot topic in North America, both within the hardwood and softwood industries. This rapidly growing technology offers new ways to increase profit margins while advancing sustainability. In this session, Jeroen Hinnen from Jartek — a global leader in ThermoWood® technology with near 100 delivered kilns worldwide — explains how companies across the wood value chain can benefit from thermal modification. The presentation highlights how this process adds value to lumber, enables the replacement of tropical hardwoods, and introduces sustainable, chemical-free alternatives to the market, supporting a long-term growth strategy.