RESIN EXTRACTION WORKS:
Resin extraction work was transferred to the Corporation during the year 1975-76. The Corporation has introduced the system of extraction of resin by "Rill Method" in phased manner by replacing the traditional "Cup and Lip" method, which was damaging to the trees. With the introduction of "Rill Method", the yield per section (1000 blazes) had reached 41.80 quintals in 1995-96 as compared to 32.12 quintals in 1988-89 by the traditional method (Cup and Lip). In 1974-75, when the work was carried in the Forest Department, the yield per section was 28.27 quintals.
Emphasis is being laid on the quality of tapping. It is being ensured that the blazes are of standard size and no over tapping or illicit tapping is done. All the work is got done through Labor Supply Mates under the supervision of the Corporation staff. The work is done by professional trained labor.
ROSIN AND TURPENTINE FACTORIES:
The management of two Rosin and Turpentine Factories at Nahan and Bilaspur was transferred to the Corporation with effect from 01.04.1974. There has been marked increase in resin processing, rosin and turpentine oil production and sale proceeds during the past 7 years on account of concerted efforts by the Forest Corporation.
The total installed capacity of the R&T Factories is 1,11,000 quintals per annum i.e. Nahan 37,000 quintals & Bilaspur 74,000 quintals of raw resin.
NATIONALIZATION OF RESIN EXTRACTION WORK:
With a view to check smuggling of resin, HP Resin and Rosin Products (Regulation of Trade) Act, 1981, has been enforced in the State. By virtue of this Act, the private owners/tapers are required to sell their resin to the Corporation, which further allocates it to private factories on the advice of a high level Resin Allotment Committee.
Supply of Timber to Government Departments:
Timber passing is carried out at Pathankot by Timber Passing Officer, Pathankot for consumption's of timber in Government Sectors. The rates for the same are revised from time to time. To know about the current rate in operation click here.
At present following activities are carried-out at Fiber Board Factory, Baijnath:
The rate of door frames/panels of different species are as follows:-
|
Species |
Door frames |
Doors frames |
Panel |
|
(5"x2.5") |
(4"x1.5") |
(10"x0.75") |
|
Deodar |
Rs. 80/- |
Rs. 36/- |
Rs. 60/- |
|
Chil |
Rs. 30/- |
Rs. 18/- |
Rs./ 20/- |
|
Fir |
-- |
Rs. 22/- |
-- |
|
Kail |
-- |
-- |
Rs. 40/- |
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Chemical Treatment of Wood:
Wood of inferior qualities can be improved by chemical treatment (ASCU) for a very long life, which becomes termite-& fungus proof. The rates of chemical treatment of wood in Rs. 45/- per cft. (Rs. 1590/- per cubic meter). A 10 ft. Standard size sleeper will cost Rs. 235/-. Treated timber is guaranteed for 60 years against termite attack.
- In addition, facilities are also available for seasoning for timber for which a solar kiln has been installed and the existing rates are Rs. 20/- per cft. (or Rs. 706/- per cubic meter).
For further information contact:
Divisional Manager, Dharamshala
