Wood Protection
The many advantages of wood and wood-based products are offset against the low natural durability of the majority of commercial, plantation-grown timbers. To obtain satisfactory performance in many applications, it is necessary to protect timber of this type from biodegradation by insects, decay fungi and marine organisms. This can be readily achieved by applying a biocide.
Ensis supports industries and groups associated with wood preservation in a variety of ways including:
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Performance evaluation of timber protection systems against termites, borers and decay fungi in both laboratory bioassays and field tests
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Development of new preservative systems
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Treatment services for solid wood and wood-based
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Chemical analysis of treated wood
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The development of protocols and industry standards
Ensis scientists are also developing new actives and carrier systems for future generations of preservatives in the post-CCA era. Key research projects include:
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Boron-based biocides for outdoor, above-ground applications 
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Heterocyclic organic fungicides
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Organic insecticides derived from naturally occurring furanones
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Diffusible copper complexes for remedial preservation
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Preservative compatible fire-retardants for exposed applications
These technologies aim to deliver greater environmental acceptability and various technical benefits, while remaining competitive in terms of cost and performance.
In addition to technology development, our team has core capabilities in the formulation of actives (emulsions, specialty additives), chemical analysis of treated wood (macro- and micro-distribution) and performance evaluation.
 Ensis conducts research in all aspects of wood preservation and is committed to providing a professional service to the preservation community.
Bioassay
For further information please contact:
Ensis
Private Bag 10
Clayton South, VIC 3169
Tel: +61 (03) 9545 2404
Fax: +61 (03) 9545 2448
Ensis
Private Bag 10
Clayton South, VIC 3169
Tel: +61 (03) 9545 2402
Fax: +61 (03) 9545 2448
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