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