TS EN 844

TS EN 844 is a terminology standard for the common technical language used with round and sawn timber. It is intended to support consistent communication in production, trade, quality control, and technical documentation, where the same word must carry the same meaning when discussing timber products.

The technical role of timber terminology

In the timber sector, terminology does more than name objects: it distinguishes the form, stage, and intended use of the material. Concepts such as round timber, sawn timber, logs, and sawing-related terms describe whether the wood is still in its natural cylindrical form or has been converted into a processed section. This standard brings those general definitions together to support a shared understanding across the industry.

Why a terminology standard matters

• Helps avoid different interpretations of the same term across companies and projects.
• Supports consistency in technical documents, orders, and quality communication.
• Provides a reference language suitable for training and specialist use in timber work.
• Creates a shared vocabulary that aligns with broader wood-technology standards.

Rather than defining a new manufacturing method or test procedure, this standard clarifies existing technical concepts. In practice, that makes it a reference for understanding the basic names and definitions used in wood technology, rather than a performance specification for the timber itself.