Wood Pole Research Improving the performance of utility poles through research on treatment, specifications, maintenance and disposal. Coop benefits: Access to timely information Research often done in members systems Input on problems addressed Information exchange with other members Specification review Analysis of pole failures News and Events The 2009 Annual Meeting will be Monday, October 26th from 9am to 3 pm at the Puget Sound Energy East Building, 355 - 110th NE Bellevue, WA 98004 The Utility Conference and Trade Show is Oct 27 & 28 in Bellevue, WA  Welcome new members McFarland Cascade Inc. and Pacific Wood Preserving of Oregon! Testing capabilities The Wood Science and Engineering Department at Oregon State University provides services ranging from full size pole breaking to microscopic wood identification. FAQ Answers to some common questions about wood poles.