Heat that penetrates the wood: fast, deep, chemistry-free treatment
2,450 MHz microwave units (developed in our labs) selectively heat the water inside the wood, bringing the core to 55-60 °C for the time needed for total lethality of eggs, larvae and adults. Fast (a few hours), zero chemical residues.
"Microwaves at 2,450 MHz penetrate the wood and bring the beam's core to 55-60 °C in a few hours — lethal to every biological stage."
What it is
Physical thermal treatment based on 2.45 GHz microwave generators (same frequency as home ovens, but with professional power and antennas). Microwaves excite water molecules in wood and insects, generating heat from inside.
Unlike external heat treatment (oven), heat is born inside the beam: the core reaches lethal temperature before the surface, eliminating the risk of cracks from surface dehydration.
References
• Directive 1999/5/EC (electromagnetic compatibility) for 2.45 GHz devices.
• CEI EN 60519 safety standards for industrial thermal applications.
• Mandatory PPE for operators (goggles, EM field indicators).
• Environmental shielding during treatment: no third-party exposure.
Who needs it
Exposed beams in private homes, agritourism, restaurants, B&Bs.
Large non-removable furniture (built-in wardrobes, integrated libraries).
Infested wooden floors.
Limitations: not usable with significant metal parts in the wood (nails, brackets). Not usable on marquetry with metal elements or artworks with extensive gold leaf.
Our approach
Survey to check absence of metals and area accessibility.
Shielding of work perimeter with EM screening curtains.
Zone-by-zone treatment with contact antennas: each point treated for the time needed to reach 55 °C at the core (verified with inserted thermal probes).
Typical speed: 1-2 m² of beam treated per hour.
Final thermographic check with IR camera.
Mandatory final chemical protection with PT8 biocide after treatment to prevent re-infestation.
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