Wooden Boards Research Articles

EXPERIMENTAL STUDY OF COMPRESSOR ENCLOSURE WITH PYRAMID ACCOUSTIC FOAM

This study investigates the performance of compressor enclosures for noise absorption, reverberation, and machine ventilation to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for people. The Multi pro air compressor model BC 150 DMBW 1.5 HP is placed in an enclosure made of wood board, and for absorbing material, use 6 cm thick polyurethane pyramid foam. A fan with a flow rate of 280 CMH is used as a cooling medium and will operate simultaneously with the compressor operation. Flow Air Delivery (FAD) of the compressor is 126 L/min. The Sound Pressure Level (SPL) value is determined using a sound level meter before and after the compressor uses the enclosure. In addition, the enclosure's room temperature is recorded within 30 minutes of operation to determine whether there is a significant increase in heat to ensure that the enclosure for this compressor is still within safe limits. Based on the test results, it is known that after a 30-minute operation, the temperature rises from 29 OC to 65 OC in the inlet on the enclosure with the fan off, and the temperature rises from 29 OC to 51 OC on the enclosure with the fan on. While from the results of measuring the sound noise level, taken at a distance of 1 meter outside the enclosure, there is no significant difference, with or without using a fan, the decrease in sound noise level is only about 10 dB, which is 84 dB before using the enclosure, to 74 dB after using the enclosure. So, it can be concluded that the use of fans as coolers is quite effective in maintaining the temperature of the enclosure space when compared to natural cooling through ventilation, but the use of enclosures using pyramid foam material is not effective for reducing the noise level produced by the compressor when operating.

Elucidation of the relationship between masticatory muscle activity and masticatory movement. Report 1. Mechanism of occlusal force generation.

The purpose of this study was to elucidate how masticatory muscles are involved in the generation of occlusal force. The experiment was conducted by fabricating an experimental apparatus for a unilateral occlusion model with the masticatory muscles imparted. The experimental apparatus was fabricated by enlarging the lateral photograph of a dried adult skull specimen 3.5 times larger than that of a standard adult and drawing the outlines of the maxilla and mandible, canines and molars of the upper and lower jaws, and temporomandibular joint on a wooden board. The masticatory muscles used in the experiment were the masseter muscle, the temporalis muscle (anterior and posterior muscle bundles), and the lateral pterygoid muscle. For the measurement of the contractile force of the masticatory muscle, we used the spring scale. For the food, we used cut plastic cylinders. The results of the experiment revealed the following: First, the occlusal force was generated under the condition that the contraction forces of all the masticatory muscles were balanced. Second, when the occlusal force was applied to food, the occlusal planes of the upper and lower jaws were parallel. Third, the occlusal force occurred perpendicular to the occlusal plane. Fourth, the occlusal force was generated with a force greater than the contraction force of the individual masticatory muscles. And finally, even if occlusal force was applied to the food, the occlusal force did not load the temporomandibular joint. Occlusal force is not generated by the action of a single masticatory muscle but under the balanced contractile force of all masticatory muscles. The occlusal force then emerges with a force greater than the contraction force of all the masticatory muscles, and its direction occurs perpendicular to the occlusal plane.

A resonator installed in a wooden puzzle board greatly enhances sound absorption capability at low frequency: A new approach

Loud noise has become a regular part of life due to growing urbanization and lifestyle changes, making noise pollution a severe health concern. However, eco-friendly materials for low-frequency sound absorption still need improvement. Wooden puzzle-assembled boards are being used to construct wooden buildings in South Korea, but they require better sound absorption performance. Therefore, we have developed a strategy to enhance the sound absorption capability of wooden puzzle-assembled boards by suggesting the installation of a single-frequency resonator on the board. The resonator contains nine pinholes with a 6 mm diameter perforation connected to a 30 mm diameter hole leading to the center hollowed cavity (CHC). We evaluated the sound absorption coefficient (SAC) of the control (i.e., cross-laminated timber (CLT)) and a resonator board. The SAC of the resonator with zero pinholes (i.e., CHC), one pinhole (PH-1), five pinholes (PH-5), and nine pinholes (PH-9) were estimated using a two-microphone transfer function method at low frequencies ranging from 100 to 1600 Hz. The average SAC of PH-9 showed significant improvement at the frequency of 450 Hz (0.637 ± 0.001; 818%) compared to the control samples. The noise reduction coefficient was improved by 239% (0.07 for the control and 0.23 for the PH-9). We compared the experimental results in this study with theoretical results and found that the orientation of the neck length significantly impacted the resonant frequency of the pinhole resonator. This finding provides valuable insights into the design and optimization of pinhole resonators for specific acoustic applications.

Optimization of Glulam Beams with Spatially Dependent Polymorphic Uncertainty Modeling of Structural Inhomogeneity in Virtual Boards

AbstractSeveral uncertainties are induced by the natural growth of wood. The properties of timber components are affected by naturally varying material characteristics. In addition, structural inhomogeneity has to be accounted for solid wood components. Structural inhomogeneity is dependent on, e.g., natural fissures, inclusions, and especially branches that pervade wooden boards. Those pervasions result in timber boards containing multiple scattered knots.Polymorphic uncertainty models are required to account for diverse uncertainty characteristics. Natural variability and lack of knowledge are persistent for the uncertainty modeling of natural materials, such as wood. To incorporate those aleatoric and epistemic uncertainty characteristics, uncertainty analyses are performed based on combined fuzzy and stochastic models.In this contribution, fuzzy probability based random fields are proposed as polymorphic uncertainty approach, with respect to spatial dependencies of the uncertain variables. Methods for the simulation of timber boards are introduced, where knots are established referred to the specific position of the tree trunk axis and spread over the components.Glulam beams, containing multiple slats of wooden boards, are investigated for bending load cases as numerical example. The tensile zone is simulated with knots in the timber boards. The basic deterministic solution is performed with a local‐orthotropic material formulation, with respect to the grain directions of the wood matrix and knots. Therefore, the knots are discretized separately in the FE mesh. Distinct material properties and grain directions are assigned to the discrete knots and to the surrounding wood matrix, while the grain directions are dependent on the tree trunk axis.Both, stochastic and fuzzy models are used in field formulations for the spatially dependent polymorphic uncertainties. The knottiness of timber boards – specified by parameters of knot geometry, location and incidence – is dependent on the wood grade. In this contribution, methods for decision making of glulam beam designs are suggested. For this purpose, several design variables are examined. First, the knottiness or wood grade, where a higher grade results in reduced structural inhomogeneity, and second, the thickness of the slats in the glulam beam are considered. Both aspects influence the reliability and robustness of the component, but affect the costs. The maximum endurance of the glulam beam under bending is desired. Therefore, an optimization of the glulam beam design is performed, with respect to the multiple conflicting objectives.

Lumber sleuths

To enforce laws and treaties that protect endangered tree species, federal agents first have to recognize those species when they come across wood they suspect came from illegal logging operations. A US Fish and Wildlife Service lab has spent a decade developing a mass spectrometry approach to rapidly identify wood by species. Now the scientists are taking it on the road. Some years ago, David Gehl made an unusual trip to Siberia. “I went to lots of sawmills and forests and came back from Russia and China with, like, 20 kg of wood boards on my back,” he recalls. Gehl was no ordinary tourist. He was in the region as part of an undercover probe by a nonprofit group called the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA). He was following up on suspicions that oak imported into the US from China had come from forests in eastern Russia where logging was prohibited.

Comparison of single- and double-spaced feeders with regard to damaging behavior in pigs.

This work compared the behavior and performance of 24 groups of 12 pigs kept in pens with either a DOUBLE [one feed space aligned with the front wall of the pen (WALL), and one immediately adjacent (IN)] or SINGLE (WALL only) spaced feeder, from weaning until slaughter. Pens were equipped with a rack of fresh grass and a rubber toy (weaning phase) or a wooden board (finishing phase). Every 2 weeks, interaction with the enrichment, aggressive, harmful, and play behaviors were recorded for 5 min, four times a day. In addition, the pigs were individually assessed every 2 weeks for ear, tail, and flank injuries using a 4-point scale. The duration of feeder occupancy, feed space occupancy, number of and duration of feeding bouts, and aggressive behavior at the feeder were recorded continuously from video recordings (two times while in the weaner stage and two times while in the finisher stage, one camera/pen; 1 h per occasion). Individual body weight was recorded at weaning, transfer, and slaughter, and feed delivery was recorded daily at the pen level; from these measurements, average daily gain, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio were calculated. Data were analyzed using SAS v9.4. There was no effect of treatment on damaging behaviors. Pigs in DOUBLE had worse tail lesion scores on 6 of the 9 recording days (P < 0.001), but values rarely exceeded 1. Total feeder occupancy tended to be longer in DOUBLE than in SINGLE (P = 0.06). DOUBLE selected the IN feed space more often than WALL regarding the number of feeding bouts (P < 0.001). During feeding, pigs in DOUBLE received fewer aggressive behaviors than SINGLE (P < 0.001) and experienced fewer displacements than SINGLE (P < 0.001). Although both experimental groups had a similar weight at slaughter (P > 0.05), the FCR was lower in DOUBLE than in SINGLE (P < 0.05). These data suggest that doubling space at the feeder to two spaces/12 pigs reduced aggression and displacement behaviors at the feeder, indicating less competition for food. However, increasing feeder space was not a management strategy that could ensure reduced tail biting on commercial pig farms.

Bio-Based Phosphate-Containing Polyester for Improvement of Fire Reaction in Wooden Particleboard.

A new phosphate-containing bio-polyester based on glycerol and citric acid was synthesized and evaluated as fire-retardant (FR) in wooden particleboards. Phosphorus pentoxide was used to first introduce phosphate esters in the glycerol followed by esterification with citric acid to produce the bio-polyester. The phosphorylated products were characterized by ATR-FTIR, 1H-NMR and TGA-FTIR. After polyester curing, they were grinded and incorporated in laboratory produced particleboards. The fire reaction performance of the boards was evaluated by cone calorimeter. An increased char residue was produced depending on the phosphorus content and the THR (Total Heat Release), PHRR (Peak of Heat Release Rate) and MAHRE (Maximum Average of the Rate of Heat Emission) were considerably reduced in presence of the FRs. Highlights: Phosphate containing bio-polyester as fire retardant in wooden particle board; Fire performance is improved; Bio-polyester acts in the condensed and gas phases; Additive effectiveness similar to ammonium polyphosphate.

Experimental investigations on transient burning characteristics of a butt-jointed wooden wall with horizontal gaps in timber buildings

In this paper, a series of experiments were carried out to study transient burning behaviors of vertical wooden boards widely used as dividing walls in timber buildings. The boards were butt-jointed by wood battens, forming several horizontal gaps. Gap sizes were carefully controlled as 0 mm, 2 mm and 5 mm to study their effects on the burning process. The boards were heated with one surface initially exposed to fire, and heat release rates (HRRs) of fire source were set from 5 kW to 15 kW to simulate the early fire stage. Results showed that there existed a transition from single-sided burning to double-sided burning for wooden boards exposed to fire. The start of the double-sided burning was accompanied with sharp increases in HRR and temperature. With the increase of the gap size, the start time for double-sided burning was obviously shortened, and the role of gap was analyzed as strengthening heat convection and air entrainment. A simplified estimation method for transient HRR during the whole burning process was put forward, which agreed well with the experiments. This work supports guidance to predict fire development in timber buildings in the early fire stage.

Pyrotechnological processes behind fire traces: Experimental archaeology for the interpretation of the archaeological record of Lugo di Grezzana

Several firing structures, fireplaces, ovens/kilns and firing-pits, related to the Fiorano culture (5500–4900 cal. B.C.) were found at the Early Neolithic site of Lugo di Grezzana (VR) in Valpantena (Italy). Hearths are heat alteration of substrate, which can be prepared or delimited; plastered surfaces hardened by fire are griddles or part of ovens/kilns; firing-pits are all characterised by deep rubefaction of the walls, a slightly-fired bottom (sometimes not fired at all) and large charred wooden boards just few centimetres above the bottom. There are also all those identifying elements of activities related to the use of fire: ash, charcoal, fired clay, burnt ecofacts and artefacts.In spite of superficial interpretations, it is difficult to define which processes led to the formation of such traces in the archaeological record and to relate them to a specific function. Dimensions of the pits and rubefaction of the walls could reflect several and/or long lasting firings as can be the case for pottery firing. The smallest ones could be used for other purposes. However, we cannot exclude that similar structures might have been used in a multifunctional way.The methodology we applied implements an experimental archaeology approach to test different hypotheses to better understand the complete firing process, and, in turn, through the comparison step by step of the results to the archaeological traces, to increase our knowledge of the archaeological formation processes. The several experimental actions have been enucleated and repeated, slightly changing them many times to see the effects to the record.The experimental work gave unexpected information about pyrotechnology, improving enormously our knowledge of the firing processes, confirmed by an archaemetric approach, through use of SEM-EDXS and FT-IR analyses on both archaeological and experimental samples of fired sediments and pottery.Experiments allowed us to observe the impact of a single vs several firings on a pit, the effects of a firing in reducing conditions and, moreover, what was the technology and arrangements that granted the preservation of charred wooden boards at the base of the pit. The firing-pits turned out to be the results of an advanced pyrotechnological complex which acted as a proper oven/kiln.

A numerical strength prediction approach for wood using element-wise local fiber directions from laser scanning

Mechanical properties of wood such as stiffness and strength vary locally especially due to heterogeneities and anisotropy. Analytical models and numerical simulations of wooden boards are able to represent varying material orientation e.g. with local fiber directions from laser scanning as input for the prediction of strength. Current Finite Element Models reconstructed the grain orientation by means of computationally demanding fluid analysis around obstacles like knots; whereas the available fiber pattern, captured by means of laser scanning, was passed solely into the detection of knots, but not directly processed for the inclusion of material fiber orientation. Therefore, the goal of this paper was the development of a numerical approach to directly include locally varying measured fiber orientation with orthotropic material properties and to predict the tensile strength of boards with reduced computational effort. Therefore, the stiffness was transformed element-wise according to the measured fiber deviations and the local fiber stress components were computed for the specific tensile load case. For the virtual strength prediction, numerical maximum stress values were compared to experimental tensile strength. Good agreements were observed with reduced computational effort compared to existing approaches between numerical and experimental results.

A novel approach for modelling a historic timber roof

ABSTRACT Værnes church is one of the oldest mediaeval stone churches with the original wooden roof in Norway. The roof is made of several crossed layers of wooden boards connected with a large number of wooden dowels and has stood for centuries, but there are visible deformations in the lower parts of the structure. In this work, finite element models of the roof are presented in an attempt to characterise the behaviour of the wooden connections in the diaphragm. Two main scenarios are discussed: a first scenario that takes into consideration only the frame with line loads, considering the wooden boards merely as loads and a second scenario where the wooden boards are considered collaborating planks that influence the behaviour of the structure. As result of the work, it is possible to state that the wooden planks provide a stiffening effect, distributing the load on the gable walls. .

The Bio-efficacy of Inesfly vesta 50 (Transfluthrin 0.5% w/w) insecticidal paint: An alternative vector control intervention against Anoheples gambiae mosquitoes under laboratory condition, Keffi, Nigeria

Malaria remains a major public health concern. Particularly in Nigeria where more than 80% of the cases are reported and locally among natives in Nigeria. There are serious indication of insecticide resistance in Nigeria. Under PMI/Vectorlink laboratory condition, cement plaster surface and wooden board were brushed with a primer within 24-48hours before the paint application. The inesfly vesta 50 (transfluthrin 0.5% w/w) insecticide paint was applied at the dosage of 8m2/L for cement and wooden board drying at room temperature for 5 days. The plastic cones were fixed on the treated walls and wooden board at 0.5m, 1.0m, and 1.5m parameters height, after which 10 non-blood fed females mosquito were gently introduced into the cone chamber for 30- 60 minutes observation. The holding paper cups were kept under favourable temperature of 27oc and humidity at 70%. In a dose trial finding, the data obtained were analyzed in IBM SPSS version 23.0 using ANOVA and the results presented as mean ± standard deviations of triplicate observations showed 100% yield (100.0±0.00*) mortality of malaria vector of novel trial with 0.5% w/w transfluthrin painted substrates in 24hours post exposure to 6months post application, except that, at l.5m in the month of July, 98% knockdown/mortality was recorded which follow same sequence of method and procedure in the application on the substrate absorbency, though, results showed high level of susceptibility from February to July (100% mortality rate). Results from wall cone and wooden board bio-assay residuality was alarming, with very high kill rates observed after 24hours post exposure. From the treated bio-assay of inesfly vesta 50 (Transfluthrin 0.5% w/w) by possible means showed that, this formulation is effective on malaria vector and possibly other insects. This suggests that, the transfluthrin 0.5% w/w can be tried alongside other known application with organophosphate, pyrethroids and the carbamate group, and can reduce human mosquito contact and impact on the perennial malaria transmission.

Embryonic development of quail eggs (Coturnix coturnix japonica) in a homemade incubator.

Knowledge of the embryonic development of species such as quail is important for our understanding of its production and reproduction. Quail provides a practical solution to the animal protein shortage problem in developing countries and is an excellent alternative to chicken (Shanaway, 1994). This study evaluated quail embryonic viability by comparing the main morphological changes that occur over the development in a homemade incubator with previous data; the incubator was built using easily accessible and low-cost materials, which allows small producers and communities to develop quail farms as an activity to increase income or even produce a source of animal protein for the community in the Brazilian Amazon region. The homemade incubator measured 40 cm × 42 cm × 32 cm and was constructed with wooden boards, a digital thermostat, and an incandescent lamp. A total of 24 fertile eggs were incubated at a temperature of 37.5°C and 60% relative humidity; age "0" was set at the start of incubation. Two eggs were opened on each day of development, starting from day 5 to day 16 of incubation. After gently opening the eggs, the embryos were removed, separated from the placenta and amniotic fluid, washed with running water, and weighed on a digital scale (SHIMADZU AUY 220 brand and UNI BLOC model). Crown-rump length and other measurements were performed with a digital caliper and the morphological structures were observed using a stereomicroscope (NOVA brand and NOVA ZTX-E model). All eggs opened contained live embryos, indicating that the homemade incubator temperature, relative humidity, and manual turning were adequate to maintain the quail's viability. The morphometric data of the embryos at different developmental time points were similar to those described in the literature. Embryos weighed 0.0069 g at day 5 and 4.7863 g at day 16, and the crown-rump length (CRL) means were 0.368 cm and 3.657 cm, respectively. Weight and CRL increased by 0.434 g and 2.593 cm per day of incubation, respectively. In conclusion, after 16 days of incubation in a homemade incubator, the embryos presented all phases of the development cycle, with appropriate development of weight and height based on the days of incubation without anomaly or external interference. These findings demonstrate that the homemade incubator does not alter the embryonic development of quail embryos in the Brazilian Amazon region.

Sledovanie vplyvu tepelného toku a hrúbky drevených dosiek na čas zapálenie

Oriented strand boards (OSB) and particleboards (PB) are wooden boards, commonly used in building structures or building interiors. The surface of boards may hence become directly exposed to fire or radiant heat. The aim of this paper is to evaluate the behaviour of uncoated particleboards and OSB exposed to radiant heat. The following ignition parameters: heat flux intensity (from 43 to 50 kW.m-2) and ignition temperature were used to observe the process of particleboard and OSB ignition. The time-to-ignition of particleboards and OSB with a thickness of 12, 15, and 18 mm were monitored and compared. The experiments were conducted on a modified device in accordance with ISO 5657:1997. Results confirmed the thermal degradation of samples. Heat flux had a significant effect on time-to-ignition. OSB had a higher ignition time than particleboards and the thermal degradation of OSB started later, i.e., at a higher temperature than that of particleboards, but OSB also had a higher mass loss than particleboards. The samples yielded the same results above 47 kW.m-2 .

GIŠ.ḪUR “TAVOLETTA DI LEGNO (CERATA)” O “DOCUMENTO”?UN CASO DI STUDIO: (CTH 264) KUB 13.4 II 25′′-44′′

Recent studies focused on GIŠ.ḪURin Hittite texts. Two opposed interpretations have been put forward: “wooden (waxed) board” and “document”. We propose that GIŠ.ḪUR indicates primarily an official document and might also indicate metonymically a medium.

Оцінка динаміки світового та українського ринків продукції деревообробної промисловості

The article analyzes the dynamics of both the global and Ukrainian markets of woodworking products. The commodity structure of trade in wood products is analyzed by the following types: roundwood, business roundwood, fuel wood, lumber, veneer, plywood, sheet materials, chipboards, particle boards, tentative chipboards, wood fiber boards, and solid wood boards. The dynamics of both the global and Ukrainian markets of woodworking industry products is compared by the following indicators: production volume, exports, imports, domestic consumption, export orientation, and import dependence. The comparative competitive advantages of Ukrainian woodworking products with those of other countries are identified. The carried out study has shown that the development of the Ukrainian woodworking industry markets is largely in line with global trends. Among the types of woodworking products in Ukraine, the following mainly correspond to global trends: lumber, veneer, wood-based panels, chipboards, wood-fiber boards and solid wood boards, with the growth rates of production and market capacity of these types of products exceeding the global-marketed ones. The types of woodworking products that did not fully meet global trends included roundwood, business roundwood, fuel wood, plywood, and oriented strand boards, which were characterized by a decline in exports and imports, as well as fluctuations in production and market capacity. Both the global and Ukrainian markets saw a decline in sales of low-value-added wood products and a moderate increase in high value-added products. In Ukraine, only two types of woodworking products – lumber and veneer – increased their export orientation, but these products also saw a significant increase in import dependence. The strongest rates of decline in export orientation were observed in the following types of woodworking products: business roundwood (86.6%), roundwood (48.5%), wood fiber boards (39.9%), fuel wood (36.2%), and solid wood boards (25.3%), while these products also saw a significant decrease in import dependence. Taking into account the trends in the global wood products market, the ways to ensure the development of the woodworking industry in Ukraine in the postwar period are allocated.

Lamination of wood boards with modified amino-formaldehyde resins

This paper focuses on the development of the formulation of modified amino-formaldehyde oligomers, the study of their properties, obtaining impregnation compositions based on them and the study of the properties of the finished product -reinforced wood particle board. As a modifying component we chose ethylene glycol, salts of organic acids (modifier CN) and alloying additive “OLIGO LD”. Ethylene glycol at the stage of synthesis was used to improve stability and elasticity of oligomers. The CN modifier was introduced during the synthesis of oligomers, which allowed to influence the properties of the obtained products in a directed way.

Adhesive type’s effects on adhesive strength of densified reinforced laminated wood obtained from black poplar (Populus nigra L.)

Wood material is the most critical indoor and outdoor building element that has not changed since ancient times. Previous studies have determined that the mechanical properties of tree species with low industrial importance, such as poplar wood, can be improved when they are subjected to the densification process. In addition, it has been determined in studies that the lamination process has a positive effect on the mechanical properties of the wood material. This study aimed to assess the impact of the glue type on the bonding strength during the lamination process of the densified black poplar (Populus nigra L.) using reinforcement material. Wood materials were subjected to densification at 140 °C for 10 min. Then, the densified boards were laminated in 3 layers with a reinforcement element (Kevlar®®, fiberglass, and carbon fiber) between the two wooden boards. It was determined that the best result was obtained with the combination of Akfix polyurethane resin type and carbon fiber reinforcement material (8.49 N/mm2).

Yield and calo of the “Marija Zvijezda” Trappist cheese during ripening

This paper presents the results of research on yield and calo during ripening of the Trappist cheese. The cheese has been produced for more than 140 years by the monks of the Marija Zvijezda Monastery (Mariastern Abbey) in Banja Luka. In 2008 cheese production has been restored and the cheese has been presented to the market in cooperation with the “Livač” Cooperative. The Trappist cheese is made in the form of a wheel weighing 1.6-2.0 kg and it has a natural rind that is yellowish, thin, and smooth. The conditions and the way in which it ripens are specific and give a special flavour to the cheese. The duration of the ripening is a minimum of 90 days and it happens under specific conditions of humidity and temperature. The cheese ripens on wooden boards and it is rotated and cleaned manually. Its consistency is soft, elastic, mild, and it is easily cut. The cut is smooth without or with very little holes. It is characterized by a clean scent of milk, slightly salty, and it melts easily. The cheese yield calculated for the Trappist cheese is 12.81 %. The actual cheese yield obtained after 90 days of cheese ripening is 10.74 %. Cheese weight changes with ripening time and weight loss at the end of the production cycle is 0.322 kg or 15.85 %. The amount of whole milk needed for one kilogram of the final cheese product is about 9.35 kg.

Studies of the Cracking Behaviour of High-Pressure Laminates

The European standard EN 438-2 (2019) describes a method to assess the resistance to cracking of high-pressure laminate (HPL). In the EN 438-2 setup, the samples’ shrinkage at a temperature of 50 °C for 6 h is restrained by a metal clamp. The resulting tensile stress may lead to the cracking of the laminate. With the intention to gain additional insight into the parameters and influencing factors of the standard test, the resistance to cracking of 43 laminates was tested in accordance with the standard and with a prolonged testing time. Additionally, the tensile strength and shrinkage of the laminates were determined under the conditions of the standard test. The standard test uses free laminates (laminates not glued to a carrier board), so in order to correlate the results to applications that are close to real-life situations, four of the laminates were also tested when glued to carrier boards the size of furniture doors. In this full factorial test, particle board and gypsum board were used as carrier boards, UF and PVAc as adhesives, and the possible shrinkage of the laminates was adjusted by two moisture conditions of the laminates. The resistance to cracking in the standard test turned out to be mainly influenced by the composition of the laminate. Thin laminates with a pure paper backing were especially prone to cracking in the setup. Within the 6 h storage at 50 °C of the standard test, the laminates did not reach moisture equilibrium. Prolonged storage at 50 °C until equilibrium was reached (which took up to 10 days) allowed an improved differentiation of the cracking resistance, especially of thicker laminates. Four of the laminates were also tested on wooden and mineral-based carrier boards with either PVAc or UF as adhesive and two moisture contents of the laminates. The following parameters were identified as a critical combination for cracking: laminate with a low cracking resistance according to the EN 438-2 test in combination with a non-hygroscopic mineral-based carrier board, increased moisture of the laminate before being glued on the board, and the use of PVAc adhesive.