TECHNICAL SERVICES

Service Officer-in-Charge
Wood Preservation Analysis Laboratory (MAAK)

  • Bethel & Polymer Plant Treatment Service
  • Curcumin & Chrome Azurol S Reagent Supply
  • Determination of Starch, Sugar & Organic Matter Content
  • ASAP/BET Analysis (Surface Area & Pore Size)
  • Determination of Boron, ACQ, CCA & DDAC Content
  • Equipment Analysis: HPLC, UV-Vis, AAS, DVS
  • Wood Strength Grouping
ChM. Dr Tumirah binti Khadiran
Tel. No: 03-6279 7283
tumirah@frim.gov.my

Dr Mohd Amirul Mukmin bin Abdullah
Tel. No: 03-6279 7295
amirulmukmin@frim.gov.my

Bioenergy Laboratory

  • Lignocellulosic, Charcoal, Briquette & Pellet Testing
  • Oil Palm Sap Preparation
  • Physical Analysis: Density, Hardness, Pellet Size
  • Proximate Analysis: Fixed Carbon, Volatile Matter, Ash Content
  • Thermal Analysis: TGA, Calorific Value, Self Heating
Dr Mahanim binti Sarif @ Mohd Ali
Tel. No: 03-6279 7368
mahanim@frim.gov.my

Mr. Shaharuddin bin Hashim
Tel. No: 03-6279 7296
shahruddin@frim.gov.my

Mrs. Nur Yusra binti Mt Yusuf
Tel. No: 03-6279 7312
nuryusra@frim.gov.my

Pulp and Paper Laboratory

  • Wood Chemical Analysis (Lignin, Cellulose, Holocellulose, Silica, Grit)
  • Paper Properties: Grammage, Thickness, Tensile, Burst, Tear, Opacity
  • Pulp Preparation: Mechanical, Chemical (Rotary/Twin Tub Digester)
  • ECF/TCF Bleaching & Handsheet Making
  • Fiber Morphology Analysis (Microscope & Bauer Mc Nett)
Dr Rafidah binti Jalil
Tel. No: 03-6279 7367
rafidahjalil@frim.gov.my

Mr. Nur Areisman bin Mohd Salleh
Tel. No: 03-6279 7293
nurareisman@frim.gov.my

Wood Anatomy Laboratory

  • Local Wood Identification
  • Foreign Wood Identification
Dr Nordahlia binti Abdullah Siam
Tel. No: 03-6279 7403
nordahlia@frim.gov.my

Mrs. Nur Syauqina Syasya binti Mohd Yusoff
Tel. No: 03-6279 7406
nursyauqina@frim.gov.my

Wood Lamination Laboratory

  • Glulam & Lamination Product Testing
  • Block Shear & Moisture Content Testing
  • Immersion & Boiling Water Soak Testing
Dr Geetha a/p Ramasamy
Tel. No: 03-6279 7020
geetha@frim.gov.my
Wood Engineering Laboratory

  • Mechanical Testing: Bending, Compression, Shear, Hardness, Tension
  • Structural Connection Strength Testing
  • Structural Testing: Pallets, Crates, Boxes
  • Nail/Screw Withdrawal Testing
  • Determination of MC, Specific Gravity & Density
Dr Ong Chee Beng
Tel. No: 03-6279 7464
ongcb@frim.gov.my

Dr Nur Syahina binti Yahya
Tel. No: 03-6279 7465
nursyahina@frim.gov.my

Wood Drying Laboratory

  • Determination of Moisture Content (MC) & Wood Density
  • Calibration of Wood Moisture Meters
Dr Sik Huei Shing
Tel. No: 03-6279 7402
sik@frim.gov.my

Mr. Zairul Amin bin Rabidin
Tel. No: 03-6279 7395
zairulamin@frim.gov.my

Log Processing Workshop

  • Sawn Timber Sales (Heavy, Medium, Light Hardwood)
  • Log Cutting & Ripping Services
  • Tongkat Ali & Oil Palm Ripping Services
Mr. Mohd Jamil bin Abdul Wahab
Tel. No: 03-6279 7437
mohdjamil@frim.gov.my
Wood Entomology Laboratory

  • Termite Resistance Testing (Field & Laboratory)
  • Borers & Wood Boring Insect Testing
  • Identification of Insects & Wood Pests
Dr Roszaini binti Kadir
Tel. No: 03-6279 7410
roszaini@frim.gov.my
Wood Mycology Laboratory

  • Graveyard / In-Ground Test (Resistance Against Fungi)
  • Above-Ground & Lab Testing (BS EN113, ASTM D2017)
  • Stain Fungi / Mould Testing (ASTM D4445)
  • Supply of Fungal Cultures
Dr Shahlinney binti Lipeh
Tel. No: 03-6279 7413
shahlinney@frim.gov.my

Mrs. Nor Marzuina binti F.K. Naysir
Tel. No: 03-6279 7412
marzuina@frim.gov.my

Fire Resistance Laboratory

  • Fire Resistance Testing (Non-Load Bearing Doors & Walls)
  • Safety Cabinet Testing
  • 3m x 3m Furnace & 1.5m x 1.5m Indicative Furnace
Mr. Khairul Azmi bin Jabar
Tel. No: 03-6279 7407
khairulazmi@frim.gov.my
Machining and Prototyping Workshop

  • Machining Characteristics Testing (Planing, Boring, Turning, etc.)
  • S4S (Moulding Machine) Services
  • Commercial Wood Sample Sales (PVC, Books, Loose)
  • Laser Engraving & CNC
  • Furniture Craftsmanship & Forklift Services
Dr Khairul bin Awang
Tel. No: 03-6279 7422
akhairul@frim.gov.my
Wood Finishing Laboratory

  • Mechanical Damage Testing (Impact, Abrasion Taber, Scratching)
  • Resistance to Dry Heat & Temperature Change Testing
  • Adhesion Testing (Pull-off / Cross-cut)
  • Resistance to Household Chemicals Testing
Dr Mohd Fahmi bin Awalludin
Tel. No: 03-6279 7391
fahmi@frim.gov.my

Mrs. Siti Rafidah binti Mahmud
Tel. No: 03-6279 7392
rafidah@frim.gov.my

Furniture Testing Laboratory (Performance Test)

  • Chairs & Tables (Domestic, Non-Domestic, Office, School)
  • Storage Furniture, Beds (High/Bunk/Children)
  • Outdoor & Garden Furniture
  • Auditorium Chairs
Mrs. Siti Zaliha binti Ali
Tel. No: 03-6279 7386
sitizalehaali@frim.gov.my

Mr. Zawawi bin Kassim
Tel. No: 03-6279 7383
zawawi@frim.gov.my

Wood Composite Testing Laboratory

  • Mechanical Testing: MOR, MOE, Internal Bond, Screw Withdrawal
  • Physical Testing: Thickness Swelling, MC, Density, Shear Strength
  • Chemical Testing: Formaldehyde Emission (Desiccator, Perforator, Chamber)
Mrs. Noraniza binti Ahmad Daud
Tel. No: 03-6279 7287
noranizaad@frim.gov.my

Dr Rafeadah binti Rusli
Tel. No: 03-6279 7319
rafeadah@frim.gov.my