The performance of softwood species used as poles in Queensland

IRG/WP 1253

L E Leightley

In Queensland, the conifer Pinus elliottii could provide material suitable for use as poles. Full size pole material has been readily treated with CCA with no significant loss in strength. Seasoning of logs prior to treatment requires particular attention in the wet tropical and sub-tropical regions of Queensland. Experimental and in service field tests have indicated excellent performance of CCA treated Pinus elliottii.


Keywords: POLES; PINUS ELLIOTTII; AUSTRALIA; CCA; STRENGTH TESTS; SOFTWOODS; SUBSTITUTE FOR EUCALYPTUS; SEASONING

Conference: 85-05-12/17 Guarujá, Brazil


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