PowerWood Technology is our patented (7972229, 8409038) design and lamination process that we use to build the MacDougall PowerWood bats. It's a lengthy process that starts with sourcing select Hickory and Tanoak hardwood that is carefully checked for grain conformity and freedom from natural defects that could negatively affect the bat's strength. These hardwoods, in concert with our special laminating process, add unparalleled strength and stiffness to the bat, creating a a barrel that transmits more power to the ball and less into vibration.  Really.  It's science!