[Technical Note] Shrinkage and Static Bending Properties of Juniperus scopulorum from the Rocky Mountains

Juniperus scopulorum is a common tree in the lower elevations of the Rocky Mountains, and is often removed in restoration treatments. This work reports on selected mechanical and physical properties of J. scopulorum. Ten trees were
felled and processed, and a static bending machine was used to test 162 specimens. Additionally, 82 ovendried specimens were assessed for shrinkage and density. Results show an air-dry modulus of elasticity (MOE) of 4,611 MPa, air-dry modulus
of rupture (MOR) of 68,460 kPa, green MOE of 3,846 MPa, green MOR of 46,760 kPa, specific gravity of 0.4184 (green basis), and shrinkage value of 7.956 percent. These numbers suggest several new uses for the wood including highway
signage, guardrails, and bioenergy feedstock.

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