Wood Services
Wood Services Backed by Science and Experience
At Wood Science Consulting, LLC, we deliver expert-level support for legal, manufacturing, and technical wood challenges. Led by Dr. Todd Shupe, our services are grounded in science, driven by experience, and tailored to meet the needs of professionals across the wood products spectrum from pallets to poles. Whether in the courtroom, the lab, or the field, we provide clarity, confidence, and results you can trust.
Expert Witness & Forensic Analysis
Dr. Shupe serves as a trusted expert witness in tort and insurance claims, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. He delivers unbiased forensic evaluations of product failures, including accidents, wood species identification, and structural degradation. His litigation support includes expert reports, field investigations, expert opinions, and courtroom testimony. He works individually and with teams to deliver quality results.
Manufacturing Support & Process Improvement
Dr. Shupe provides on-site support to identify and resolve manufacturing issues involving lumber, solid wood, composites, preservative-treated wood, flooring, furniture, windows, pallets, and more. His dual approach combines detailed root cause analysis with lean manufacturing implementation to reduce waste, improve process flow, and optimize production for greater efficiency and consistent product performance.
Technical Training & Compliance Auditing
Customized in-house training is available on wood science, lean manufacturing, quality control, and ISO standards. Dr. Shupe also offers EHS and OSHA compliance support. With dozens of workshops conducted, he equips your team with practical knowledge to enhance safety, meet standards, and improve operational reliability.
Laboratory & Field Testing Services
Dr. Shupe offers precise laboratory and field testing for wood products using ASTM, ANSI, AWPA, ICC-ES, or SOP methods. Services support research, new product development, quality control, and litigation. Every analysis is conducted with scientific accuracy, providing clients with reliable data, documented results, and expert interpretation tailored to their specific needs.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
“I’ve known Todd for over 30 years. His insight, innovation, and problem-solving set him apart in wood science, expert consulting, and clear communication.”
“Dr. Shupe’s insight and guidance clarified a complex mold case and gave me confidence in navigating unfamiliar technical issues with trusted expert support.”
Satisfied
As a wood professional, I understand the importance of performance and quality.
Wood Science Consulting, LLC is dedicated to delivering expert analysis, training, and testing to solve wood-related challenges with precision, integrity, and science-based solutions that support legal teams, manufacturers, homeowners, and insurance companies.
Investigate. Analyze. Testify. Educate. Support. Solve. Strengthen. Protect. Preserve.
Contact
Office
2833 Westerwood Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Call Us
(225) 773-3015
EMAIL US
tfshupe@gmail.com