- Five-day training programme organized from April 20–24, 2026
- 23 participants from industry and academia, including international participation
- Focus on eco-friendly technologies, application techniques, and testing standards
Dehradun | April 20, 2026 — The Wood Working and Finishing Discipline, Forest Products Division of the Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun, is conducting a Short-Term Training Course on “Wood Coatings” from April 20 to April 24, 2026.
A total of 23 participants from diverse academic and industrial backgrounds are attending this five-day programme. The participants represent leading organizations including Plantag Coatings India Ltd., Jodhpur; Rich Wood Industries, Solapur; Sham Paint Industry, Noida; SBL Speciality Coating, Punjab; Ideal Coatings, Jodhpur; Hamz Craft and Heritage Co., Nagina; Fursource, Jodhpur; H&M, New Delhi; CL Gupta Exports Ltd., Moradabad; Rachna Timber, Sitapur; DH Creations and Coatings, Agra; Heritage Industry, Sitapur and Jaipur.
The programme also includes international participation, notably Ms. Duygu Dogan from Plantag Coatings, Istanbul, Turkey.
The training programme is designed for industries, academic institutions, and other stakeholders involved in wood coating applications. It provides a comprehensive overview of coating fundamentals, including types, properties, surface preparation, and application and testing methods.
The course also covers important aspects such as environmental considerations, advanced and eco-friendly coating technologies, troubleshooting techniques, and safety practices. Participants will receive hands-on training in coating applications and testing procedures based on national and international standards.
The sessions are aimed at enhancing the technical competency of participants in selecting and applying wood coatings effectively, thereby contributing to improved industrial practices and product quality
