By heating timber to a certain temperature, it is possible to eliminate the presence of pests found in wood. Heat treating is also an alternative to chemical preservatives, as many consumers would prefer chemical-free timber preservation methods.
The Commander is a character in Call of Duty: Heroes. He may occasionally visit the player's base if they have built the Landing Zone. He will ask the player to escort him to a Deployment Yard...
The second-in-command (2i/c or 2IC) is the deputy commander of any British Army or Royal Marines unit, from battalion or regiment downwards. He or she is thus the equivalent of an executive officer in the United States Army. This terminology is also used in many other Commonwealth armies.