Titled « The Lamination Process of Particleboard and MDF Panels: From A to Z,» this presentation is offered as part of the course GBO-2050 – Composite Panels, taught by Professor Alain Cloutier. The conference will be held in Room 1350, Gene-H.-Kruger Building.

About the Speaker
Pierre Martin has been Director of Technology and Innovation at Uniboard Canada since 2018, one of North America’s leading manufacturers of particleboard, MDF, and value-added wood products.
He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Wood and Wood Products Engineering (Pulp and Paper Technology) from Université Laval and is a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs forestiers du Québec (OIFQ).
With more than 30 years of experience in the field of wood-based composite panels and decorative surfacing products, Mr. Martin has built a strong reputation for his expertise in process development, product innovation, and industrial optimization. Throughout his career, he has contributed to the advancement of manufacturing and lamination technologies while promoting the implementation of high-performance and sustainable solutions within the panel industry.
During this conference, he will share his expertise on the various stages of the lamination process for particleboard and MDF panels, as well as the challenges and innovations shaping this continuously evolving sector.