The Entomology Laboratory at AIDIMME specializes in the study, control, and protection against insects that affect wood and wood-derived products. Its activities range from species identification and biodegradation assessment to determining the effectiveness of protective treatments, offering comprehensive solutions for companies, public agencies, and customs.

The laboratory combines advanced biological analysis techniques, on-site inspection, and standardized testing to ensure the durability of wood, the safety of products and packaging, and compliance with national and international regulations, including ISPM-15.

Services

• Determination of biocidal efficacy against termites
• Quality control of wood protection products, including penetration and retention of treatments
• Analysis of the biodegradation status of wood, with diagnosis and recommendations for action
• Technical advice on wood protection and compliance with regulations (ISPM-15)
• Determination of insect species and the biological species of the wood
• Urban termite inspections, including diagnosis and follow-up
• Diagnosis, inspection and monitoring at customs and Border Inspection Posts (BIPs) for pest control in wood and wood products
• Expert actions on roundwood, packaging (fruit and vegetable boxes, pallets), derived boards and other materials
• On-site inspection of the infestation status in containers and transported materials
• Specialized technical training for companies
• Scientific and technical advice on R&D&I projects

Regulation

Antimicrobial efficacy of materials (coatings, paints, varnishes, textiles, ceramics, plastics, porous materials, etc.)

UNE-EN 350 ISPM-15 UNE-EN 117 / 118 UNE-EN 17009 UNE-EN 14342

UNE-EN 351 UNE 56418 UNE-CEN/TS 1099 UNE-EN 14128 UNE-EN 335 UNE-EN 460

Equipment

Climate chambers under controlled temperature and humidity conditions Ovens and incubation chambers Binocular magnifying glasses (stereomicroscopes) Optical microscopes Sample preparation equipment (microtome, cutting, sectioning and conditioning of wood) Equipment for penetration and retention testing of protective products in wood Systems for breeding and maintaining insects under controlled conditions Specific sampling and on-site inspection materials Basic laboratory equipment for handling, observing and preserving samples