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PREPARATION

AS I’VE GROWN OLDER, I only get more grateful for the interesting life that I’ve had. It has been full of experiences and challenges, successes and failures. I have taken a detailed inventory as I’ve gone through life in an attempt to learn so that with each new experience, I am better prepared. I refer to this as my “Rolodex”—a figurative card file of data that I can refer to as I venture out into anything in life.

As we enter the fall season, this preparation is focused on one of my joys in life: hunting season. For me, it has become less about the prize and more about the “hunt.” It’s about getting away and getting back to the simpler things in life with the select few friends that are important enough to share this experience with. Being out in nature and encountering it on nature’s terms. We don’t use guides, or food plots, or tree stands or vehicles. Because of where I live, we almost always hunt out of state, which means a ton of research and pre-hunt intel gathering before we get on site. We essentially go in blind and use our “Rolodex” to find success.

Around the start of August, I usually catch the fever and the percentage of my daily brain power that daydreams about the hunt begins increasing. It begins with the particular area that we’ve targeted for this season. What will the weather be like—snowing and below zero or dried out and 70 degrees? Have there been fires and is water still plentiful? Is it a thick, dark timber, high-altitude hunt where we will set up base camp, but then hike in for a few days and survive only on what we pack in? Or is it more open, rolling plains where it will be a lot of long-range glassing with a different set of challenges to close in on our target?

By September, in spite of having a ton of gear from prior years, I am refining my pack out based on things I continue to learn from the prior year. Did I use this or that, or did it just weigh me down? What did I wish I had last year that I immediately placed on my “learned the hard way list” that is always just as far as my phone away at all times? Then of

course, there’s always the new gadget to try that proclaims it’s better, smarter, lighter or faster! Some are worth trying, most are not. I’m a fan of the “classics”—because to become a classic, you must survive over the long haul!

Once we just about hit October, everything is set. I’ve been to the range not just to confirm the equipment, but gone through several rounds of drills in “real world” conditions—low light, bad wind, countless shooting positions, and so on until I feel confident that the rust has been knocked off and the equipment is still reliable. Now I’m on to the pack out list and, especially, the mental rehearsal that I’ve learned from countless years and scenarios, is the most valuable part of preparation for any situation. Mentally walking through the scenario. Sketching out the primary plan, but also the secondary, and the back up to that, and the back up to that.

To me, this is fun and thankfully, my family understands that this is my “meditation”—what helps me find my center and balance. Although this is focused on hunting, I find business and life no different, and it is what I consider the biggest thing that has led to me being where I am in life. I try to plan for everything while being comfortable knowing that nothing goes according to plan. I try to prepare for anything I can imagine life throwing at me—physically, mentally and so on, yet knowing that I’m no longer 25 and that I have to balance my expectations so I win the “marathon” instead of focusing on the sprint.

I hope all of you are preparing for the next chapter in your journey, whether that is a Monday at the office, or the trip of a lifetime! Get out there, and get after it!

Thank you all for the honor of serving you, and this great industry!

POWER MOVES

TO CAPITALIZE on the potential sales opportunities, it is essential to employ effective merchandising strategies that attract customers, stimulate their interest, and ultimately drive purchase. Most merchandising howto’s focus on the four core principles of merchandising: product, placement, pricing, and promotion.

Because most owners and managers of home improvement and building supply stores know their product, their pricing, and their promotions, this article will focus on placement and how to maximize sales through retail shopability and providing a meaningful digital experience.

Shopability

Create a Visually Appealing Display: First impressions matter, and an eye-catching display will attract customers and encourage them to explore the wide range of tools available. Invest in good lighting and visually appealing shelving, racks, and display

EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR MERCHANDISING POWER TOOLS

cases that showcase the tools in an organized and accessible manner. We recommend using thematic arrangements to demonstrate tool applications, such as a “Complete Tool Kit for Home Renovations,” a “Professional Contractor’s Toolbox,” or a “DIY Deck Build.”

Cross-promote Tools: Leverage the power of cross-promotion to increase sales. Place power tools alongside related products, such as building materials, hardware, or accessories. For example, extension cords near air compressors or drill sets next to shelves of appropriate screws and fasteners. Highlighting complementary products makes the shopping trip easier for your customers and encourages them to make additional purchases, increasing total spend. Because many tools can be used in multiple applications, consider utilizing icons to indicate appropriate job uses. That way, customers understand the full benefits of investing in a particular tool.

Color Coding: A color-coded system combined with cross-promoted tools helps customers easily identify which fastener goes with what tool. It also has the added benefit of visually breaking up color uniformity which catches the eye and draws shoppers into the display. Many fastener companies have transitioned their packaging to a universal color-coding system, so look to your suppliers for guidance.

Pro-Tip Make sure each tool is paired with the correct fastener. It’s critical to have the right nail or screw or staple for the job to optimize each tool’s performance. Making grab-andgo easy for customers helps avoid frustration and returns for everyone involved.

Encourage Hands-on Demos: When space allows, encourage customers to try out the tools with well-designed hands-on demo stations. This interactive experience will build confidence in their purchase decisions and foster a sense of trust in your store’s expertise.

Regularly update these demo stations with new or popular models to keep customers engaged.

Digital Experience

Provide Informative Product Information: Customers value product knowledge, so ensure that your sales team is well-versed in the features, benefits, and applications of each power tool. This expertise allows them to guide customers effectively and make informed recommendations. Clearly labeled pricing and product information tags will help customers make quick comparisons and decisions.

Highlight Safety Features and Benefits: Safety is of the utmost importance when working with power tools. Emphasize the safety features of each tool and how they contribute to accident prevention. Engage with customers on potential hazards and provide guidance on best practices for safe tool usage. Consider placing safety tips or guidelines in prominent locations within the store to reinforce your commitment to customer safety.

Leverage Digital Marketing Strat egies: Utilize digital marketing to

extend your reach beyond the physical store. Maintain an informative website that showcases your power tool offerings, including detailed product descriptions, user reviews, informative blog posts and links to tool manufacturers’ sites. Engage with customers and tool brands through social media platforms, sharing tips, tutorials, and showcasing the latest power tool innovations. Consider offering online purchasing options with in-store pickup or delivery for added convenience.

ºPro-Tip Have QR codes that link to videos and product guides easily visible and accessible within your display. This helps potential customers get all the information they need while in the store rather than leaving to go home and do research. It’s also a great way to save space over using multiple fliers or infographics! Not sure what to

There are a lot of ways to partner from collaborating on exclusive offers or promotions to co-marketing initiatives that can include product bundling, limited-time discounts, or special edition tools. Aligning your brand with reputable manufacturers helps provide credibility and access to a wider customer base.

Consider providing training sessions and workshops to educate customers on different power tool applications. These programs could be facilitated by your staff or in collaboration with manufacturers or industry experts. Offering after-sales support, such as repair, maintenance, and warranty services, can also foster long-term customer loyalty. BP

HARDWOOD INDUSTRY ROLLS OUT FIRST LARGE-SCALE AD CAMPAIGN

TO REIGNITE the allure of hardwood and address a decline in sales, the Real American Hardwood Coalition (RAHC) has initiated a consumer-oriented campaign promoting hardwood’s inherent benefits.

The Real American Hardwood Coalition’s goal is to educate consumers about the merits of authentic hardwood products, emphasizing their visual appeal, durability, longterm value, and sustainability.

RAHC recently launched a campaign called “Build Your World” on the Magnolia Network, led by former HGTV stars Chip and Joanna Gaines. The venture offers a unique opportunity to educate the public on the advantages of Real American Hardwoods to a targeted audience of home renovation enthusiasts.

“An advertising campaign on this scale is a first for the American hardwood industry,” says Michael Martin, president and CEO of the National Wood Flooring Association. “For decades, misinformation has spread and the industry has seen market share slip away to alternative products that offer the wood look, without any of the benefits of real wood. Through the Build Your World campaign, our industry is showing how Real American Hardwood products offer unmatched aesthetics, natural durability, and lasting value—as well as why they are healthier for our homes and environment. And Magnolia Network is the perfect partner to share these stories.”

Developed by CANVAS United, the campaign relates the authenticity and attributes of Real American Hardwood products to the uniqueness and lifestyles of consumers. Five different vignettes capture the spirit of individuality in real-life settings, encouraging consumers

to envision how they can build their world with hardwood.

“As long-time partners to the RAHC, we’re excited to see the Build Your World campaign launch. We’re particularly proud of this campaign’s capacity to highlight both the emotional and rational benefits of hardwood,” said Mark Lainas, president of CANVAS United. “Leveraging entertaining yet poignant storytelling in the creative will feel relatable to consumers across the country, and allows us to showcase not just the beauty of American hardwoods, but the lasting value of the products.”

The integrated digital campaign, in partnership with the Magnolia Network, started July 29 and will run through Jan. 29, 2024, and is expected to reach 93 million consumers. It will run on the Magnolia Network TV channel, as well as on Magnolia and Discovery+ streaming platforms, plus digital and social media components.

Promoted will be domestically sourced and produced hardwood flooring, cabinetry, furniture and millwork.

The entire campaign is a significant step forward for the American hardwood industry, marking its first largescale advertising campaign, encompassing television, streaming platforms, digital outlets, and social media.

“This campaign is important to our industry’s future as customers are confronted with a range of fake wood products, such as vinyl plank flooring and laminated cabinets, that use plastics and coated paper products to try to mimic the authentic beauty of hardwoods,” noted Keith A. Christman, president of the Decorative Hardwoods Association. “Distinguishing Real American Hardwood from fakes helps protect customers while promoting the enduring value and beauty of real wood.” BP

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TRUSS WORTHINESS

“This project wasn’t like a normal house,” explains Lenauer, who spent three years of his youth in Shriner’s Hospital. “You didn’t just design it and then build it. It was one of those

kind of projects. You can look back at everything you’ve ever done in your career and that’s the one thing that sticks out to me.”

When Pioneer Truss, Owensville, Mo., won the bid for the Ronald McDonald House job through BSI Contracting, St. Louis, Mo., lumber was selling for $1,500-$1,700 per thousand board feet. By the time construction began, however, lumber costs had dropped to $500-$600, a difference of $100,000.

In addition, Randy Carman, the president of Ambassador Supply, which purchased Pioneer Truss in 2021, instructed Lenauer to “donate $50,000 back on that project.”

Instead of keeping to the original bid, Pioneer Truss reduced their cost to the charity. “It just wouldn’t have been right. I don’t know if any of the other suppliers did that, but we saved them $150,000 on a $550,000 package of trusses. It’s just the right thing to do,” says Lenauer, who serves as Pioneer Truss’ GM.

Yet, what truly impressed Lenauer about this particular project were the constant improvements made all the way until it was complete. He adds that the truss designer on the job, Darin Fuchs, was very meticulous—the “kind of person you want on that project,” and pulled off the project without any problems.

“For someone like me and Darin, you can hang your hat on that, saying, ‘Hey I was part of that project!’ That project—72 rooms—is going to take care of 72 families and that’s gonna do a lot of good for our community in the St. Louis area,” adds Lenauer.

St. Jude is another charity that is important to Pioneer Truss. In fact, Pioneer has delivered to eight St. Jude homes in the past 10 years, “not accepting a penny for their work,” Lenauer shares. Instead, the $1.1-$1.3 million needed for each home was raised by Payne Family Homes who orchestrated a raffle for each project. In addition, most of the materials and labor that went into each home were donated.

“Everybody knows somebody or multiple people that have children that have some kind of disease that go through St. Jude,” Lenauer adds, “They may be at St. Jude, but they’re probably staying at the Ronald McDonald House or something similar to that too. So, it’s a great connection between those two.”

In addition to its work with Ronald McDonald Charities and St. Jude, the company has hosted Fort Leonard Wood’s U.S. Army engineer classes two to three times a year, 30 days at a time for 22 years. The engineers, who go around the world building bridges and other structures, are stationed at the Army base, which is located approximately 85 miles from Pioneer Truss.

And when one of Pioneer Truss’ longtime employees, Rita Medlock, was diagnosed with cancer this spring, the 120 Pioneer Truss employees, 80% who have been with the company more than five years, raised $30,000 with a barbecue and various fundraisers in one day to assist her with her cancer treatment.

It’s not surprising that Pioneer Truss would rally behind its employee, since it has always been a value-oriented company, Lenauer says. In fact, the company motto is “God, Family, Work Hard.”

It’s those same values that led Lenauer and his brothers Matt and Paul to leave their printing industry careers behind in California’s Bay Area in 2000 to return to their hometown of Owensville to buy Pioneer Truss and lead its then 40 employees.

Over time, the brothers grew the company four times in size by investing in equipment, people and property, Lenauer recollects. Paul passed away in 2005 and Matt retired after Ambassador Supply purchased the company.

Today, the company, which is locat-

ed 80 miles west of St. Louis, delivers roof and floor trusses and wall panels to an average of eight to 10 homes a day as well as large commercial projects, including hotels or condominiums at Lake of the Ozarks, and apartment complexes in Branson, Mo. The company averages $25 million annually from its one location.

“We’ve got a pretty good swath,” says Lenauer, who adds this year alone, they have shipped to projects as far away as Grand Rapids, Mi.; Nashville, Tn.; and Florida. “We just did a big set of trusses that went to the Kansas City Chiefs this spring.”

Currently, the company purchases much of its $10-$12 million annual allotment of lumber—mainly primarily southern yellow pine (trusses) and spruce (wall panels)—through Do it Best and several lumber brokers.

How does the company stay competitive against the half of dozen companies between St. Louis and the Lake of the Ozarks? Lenauer says it comes down to price and relationship. With a 48-hour turnaround on their quotes, and a delivery time of no more than 48 hours once the trusses have been built (they have a two- to four-week total turnaround on their projects), Lenauer asserts they are able to stay a step ahead of their competitors.

Looking forward, Lenauer says the company is on the move. With the “exciting group of people and quality people Ambassador attracts that have their priorities right,” one key to the

company’s future success in the next five to 10 years will be taking advantage of new technologies, such as 3D printing of homes.

“There’s just so many exciting things that are coming to this type of business that we haven’t seen in a long time,” Lenauer says, adding that innovations in truss building and 3D printing of walls will change how they build in the future.

“You can do curved walls; you can do whatever you want. You’re not hemmed into just square walls,” he adds. “3D printing can do pretty much anything you want it to do.”

And despite the company’s strong focus on innovation and advancement, it’s obvious that it will never lose sight of those in need. “It’s important to Ambassador and to us here at Pioneer to give back,” Lenauer says.

“I feel the need to give back,” he adds. “When you help people, it makes you want to be a better person. It makes you grateful. You’ve got your health... you just feel very fortunate, grateful and thankful.” BP

SARA GRAVES

ACTING “AS IF”

SALES IS A TRANSFER of emotion, not information. Of course, there is a transfer of information, but the crucial part of any sales transaction is how we make our customer feel. Salespeople can say brilliant things and still not get the order because they sound terrible saying them. Master Sellers sometimes say things that taken out of context can sound stupid or crazy but in the moment of the sales call they say them with such confidence that their customer believes them and feels right about making the purchase.

Confidence is key. I tell my students all the time, “Your customer doesn’t know the difference between you and the best salesperson on your team unless you let them know.” This is not to say that we lie; we don’t say, “I am the number one salesperson at my company,” but we act and speak with the confidence of the Master Seller. This is called acting “As If” we are killing it even when we are on a cold streak or just starting in our career.

Is there a delicate balance between confidence and arrogance? Yes, but most sellers are so concerned with sounding arrogant that they bend over backwards to not sound so and sound timid and uncertain, transferring this emotion to their customer. It is difficult, if not impossible to give our money, time, and attention to someone who sounds “as if” they don’t believe in what they are promoting.

Prospecting

Looking for new business is arguably the most challenging thing we do as salespeople. How we deal with

the objections we get when trying to get someone who doesn’t know us to take us into their rotation of suppliers is daunting.

“I’m happy with my current suppliers,” “I buy direct,” “Your company burned me in the past” are some of the many objections we face when prospecting.

Most sellers are not ready to overcome these objections. They are not prepared and so they “wing” their responses off the top of their head and sound like it. The Master Seller, on the other hand, is ready. They know what they are going to say and thus can concentrate on how they sound—confident—and transfer this feeling to their potential customers. Does the Master Seller convert every new customer they try to sell? No, but their percentage of conversion is much higher.

“You’re Too High”

This is easily the most common objection we get in sales. Most sellers sound defeated by this objection. “When we get beat, get curious” is what I tell my students. We don’t sound defeated or aggressive, but curious. Ask questions. Often customers are talking about a product that is only vaguely similar to what we are promoting. The tally, quality, shipment might not be of the same value. In up markets customers could be giving us a price they heard three weeks ago.

Most sellers’ next move is to say, “Well is there anything else you are buying?” This question is fine but if, after thorough questioning we realize that our customer has made a better purchase, we ask (with confidence), “If I could get you a couple of trucks

with a similar tally and the same price, would you buy a couple from me?” You will be surprised how often they say yes.

Closing

Most sellers don’t ask for the order. Shocking but true. The majority of sellers present product and wait for the customer to decide.

Quotron: “I’ve got a truck of 2x4 14’s I can get into you for $550/MBF.” Then silently wait for the customer to decide.

Or even worse,

Quotron: “I’ve got a truck of 2x4 14’s I can get into you for $550/MBF, Whaddya think of that price?”

Master Sellers, on the other hand, have convinced themselves before they make the call that what they are offering is a good/great deal and is ready to promote their deal and ask for the order, again, with confidence.

Master Seller: “Susan, I’ve got a great deal on three trucks of 2x4 16’s. The market is moving, they are out of a mill you love, and they get into you at $570/MBF, which is a great price in this market. Do you want to put on all three?”

Sales is a transfer of emotion. Be confident and sell more.

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3 QUESTIONS: SPECIALTY BUILDING PRODUCTS’ JEFF McLENDON

JEFF McLENDON is the president and CEO of Specialty Building Products, a leading distributor of specialty building products headquartered in Atlanta and operating 50 distribution centers including the U.S. Lumber, Reeb, DW Distribution, Millwork Sales, Amerhart and Alexandria Moulding brands. He serves on the boards of the National Association of Wholesalers, the National Association of Wholesalers Institute for Distribution Excellence, and Athletes in Action. He shares the challenges of his organization’s meteoric growth.

1 What drew you to the lumber/building materials business?

McLendon: I spent some time working in the technology space prior to joining U.S. Lumber in 2003.

The biggest attraction to this industry for me was and continues to be the people I get to work with. In contrast to some other industries, our industry is filled with real people doing real work.

To be in an industry where your word means something and where relationships last a whole career and beyond is rare. I’m so glad that I’ve had the privilege to become a part of this.

2 Was there any person or event in your career that has had an outsized effect in your journey?

McLendon: The great recession of 15 years ago certainly had a huge effect on my career. That was a galvanizing period for our company and, more specifically, for our core leadership team. Having to fight through such a tough time brought our team together a way that would not have been possible without crisis and set us up for all the growth we have experienced in recent years. The same team is running the company together today.

The downstream impact of our coming together during that tough period has served our organization very well. I’m constantly amazed that I get to lead every day alongside such a great team.

3 U.S. Lumber has made some significant acquisitions over the years. What is the biggest challenge in combining—or keeping separate—two major companies?

McLendon: While there are plenty of strategic and tactical challenges to bringing companies together, the main challenge is aligning people’s hearts and minds. We have acquired great companies with great cultures. While the cultures have been compatible, they are not the same. In order to move together and to be all we can be, we have to get to a common culture and a common way of seeing the world. As we have gotten larger, we spend more and more time on things that go to culture—training, leadership development, group dynamics, coaching, etc.

Anything that gets to hearts and minds is the hardest and the most rewarding thing that we can work on. This is the main job of leadership in a growing business.

– Send suggestions for future interviews to David at dkoenig@526mediagroup.com.

WHERE DID ALL THE WORKERS GO?

RECENTLY I WAS sharing a cab with a client on my way to speak at a conference. He turned to me and said that he was interested to hear what I had to say about the state of the U.S. labor market. When I asked him what specifically he was hoping to hear in my talk, he said, “Well, I’m hoping you’re going to tell us where the workers went and when they’re going to come back. When are they going to get off the sofa and back to work? We’re dying out here and people just don’t seem to want to work anymore.”

If only I had a dollar for every time someone asked me this exact same question: where all the workers went and when they were going to come back. The truth: Everyone IS back to work. They’ve been back to work for a long time. The problem is, there just aren’t as many of them as there used to be. And when I explain this to people like my client, they seem surprised. And that, in turn, surprises me because these labor trends have been on the horizon for a long time. I think business owners have been ignoring the reality that there aren’t enough workers for all the jobs that are out there. In fact, as of August 1, there were almost 4 million more jobs than there were workers available to fill them. And what’s worse is that we don’t anticipate this changing anytime soon.

In fact, this has become my

personal and professional mission it seems—to travel the country speaking to business leaders, making them aware of what they should already know: there simply aren’t enough workers to satisfy all of the promises companies have made to their customers, let alone to support their growth projections.

And here’s why:

Eight Million Missing Workers –Since the COVID 19 pandemic, we have lost approximately eight million workers from the workplace. There are a number of places those workers went:

• According to Fed chairman Jerome Powell, close to 500,000 workers died from COVID.

• The Brookings Institute reports that 1.6 million full-time workers have left the workforce due to long COVID.

• Goldman Sachs reports that 2.5 million older workers retired earlier than anticipated and are not returning to the workforce.

• According to the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), there are nearly 2 million fewer women in the labor force due to childcare and familial needs, and

• JP Morgan Chase reports that there are 1 million fewer legal immigrant and non-native born workers than before COVID.

These 8 million workers represent approximately 5% of the overall workforce, a sizeable and noticeable number to be sure.

An Aging Workforce – Let’s face it, just like you and me, the United States is getting older. According to recent U.S. Census Bureau data, the nation’s median age is pushing 40 years old, and we’re aging faster than at any other time in our history. On average, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 each and every day and by 2031, the number of people age 65 and over will number an estimated 75 million, almost double what it was just 15 years ago. As these workers age and retire, the number of Generation Z and following Alpha workers are not sizeable enough to replace exiting baby boomers.

Lower Birth Rate – The current U.S. birth rate is among the lowest it has ever been historically and projected to decrease over the rest of the century. We’re simply not giving birth to enough future workers to replace the workers that currently are and will retire. Unlike their older counterparts, Millennials are putting off marriage and childbirth until later in life and are having fewer children than at any time in our history.

Decreased Immigration & Refugee Resettlement – So if we’re not

giving birth to enough future workers, the strategy used historically and by other industrialized nations facing a similar aging workforce and low birthrate is to increase immigration. However, the U.S. has done the opposite. Between the years of 2013 and 2018, the annual net immigration stood at just under 1 million workers per year. Since COVID, immigration has largely dried up, with only 241,000 workers joining the workforce in 2021.

Employment Projections – According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, from 2021 to 2031, the U.S. economy is projected to add 8.3 million jobs. But we’re already 8 million workers short. And this shortage is anticipated to persist for the foreseeable future. And because of this, the unemployment rate is stuck below 4.2%, what economists say is full employment.

See what I mean? It’s kind of scary. It’s definitely something business leaders should be staying up at night thinking about. Or at least having some conversations with their best and brightest internal and external advisors discussing. Yet, I don’t see this happening. I get the sense that business owners are mistakenly believing that there is a pool of workers waiting on the

If this comes as a surprise to you, you’re not alone. And it’s not too late. What’s required is simply a mindset shift. And most business leaders that we work with have all of the tools to get ahead of the game: they are investing in retention and employee engagement initiatives, they are looking for technology and outsourced/offshore labor alternatives, they are upskilling their existing workers and they are investing in soft-skill training for their managers and supervisors who are the frontline defense for employee turnover and attrition.

The good news is that most of these initiatives cost little to no money to implement and to do well. And all of our clients are well-prepared for the task at hand, and of course we’re here to help them along the way. All it takes is a mindset shift. All it takes is dedication and commitment to do one and only one thing: to value employees for the valuable asset that they are. BP

Q. Can I restrict employees from using their smartphones while working? Or when in the workplace?

A. Yes, you can restrict most cell phone or smartphone access/usage even though the reason behind doing so may vary from situation to situation. This restriction can only be during work times so employees will usually need to be able to access and use their phones during breaks.

Employees’ phones and their usage can cause several issues. They can keep employees from properly and efficiently completing their job duties. They can distract others in the same space through the conversation or alert tones. If used for streaming music or videos, they can disrupt the environment as well as slow down internet speed. They can bring safety concerns by being a distraction or by their physical presence in some work areas.

If employees do not need their phones for work purposes, you can establish clear policy that they must be kept out of sight, perhaps locked in a drawer, locker, or vehicle except when used during an approved break period. If there is an emergency situation (i.e., the employee is waiting for a call from a doctor), then allow them to have it on a limited basis with approval.

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If employees use their phones for work, you can limit the usage to business purposes and prohibit distractions during work time. This can

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10 WOOD-SELLING TOOLS AND THEY’RE ALL FREE!

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LOOKING FOR FRESH new ways to sell more wood? Mix things up a bit and check out the top 10 free wood-selling tools offered free by the Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association over at www.nelma.org.

It all starts by clicking on the Retailers tab on the NELMA website. That’s when your journey into the world of wood-selling tools begins!

Retail Directory/Dealer Locator

Register your business and provide full details on the wood products you sell. If you sell eastern white pine or SPFs products, add your business to the list so customers (consumers and builders) can find a local source for purchasing products they see in our ongoing marketing promotions!

Grade Rule Book

NELMA is accredited by the American Lumber Standard Committee and is one of six lumber rules writing agencies in the U.S. and Canada. Here you’ll find the most up-to-date edition of Standard Grading Rules for Northeastern Lumber, covering species, grades, grade marks, tally and sizes, and much more. The guide is available online or in print.

Grader Academy

Now in its ninth year, the Grader Academy continues to provide necessary grading information in a fun, visual, easy-to-use format. Create an account for your company and encourage your employees to log in and see what kind of grader they are. This is the perfect educational solution for mill employees, dealers,

and free to anyone who wants to learn more about grading lumber. There are simulation grading games within the Academy to make it more fun!

Publication Store

There is truly something in the Publication Store for everyone! Looking for a few case studies to share with customers? Got ’em. How about species-specific product knowledge sheets? They’re here! Maybe a nice pattern poster showcasing the beauty of eastern pine to display in your store? We have it! You can even indulge your love of history with a fun DVD sharing the story of wood in the Northeast or check out the Eastern White Pine Grade Photo Swatch—the most popular tool we’ve ever made!

How-to Videos

At nelmaTV on YouTube, you’ll find a large selection of videos demonstrating the multiple ways in which eastern white pine and SPFs may be used. From interior to exterior applications, the short, instructional videos range from installing wood wainscotting to building a barrel ceiling. Watch for a new video series on installing eastern white pine coming very soon!

Lumber 411 Library

If you have enjoyed reading these Lumber 411 columns over the past four years, we’ve stored them all in one place for you here on the NELMA website!

Profiles in Pine

If you’re looking for solid proof that eastern white pine is among the most beautiful building product choices out

there, here’s your proof. This beautiful brochure highlights profiles available with eastern white pine and illustrates their beauty through residential and commercial applications.

Inspiration Photos

Scooch over on the NELMA directional bar to the Consumers tab and click on Inspiration for a grand library of project photos. From lovely homes to a restaurant to a barn to a school, we’re sharing a showcase of what eastern white pine is capable of, and how it can change the entire look and feel of a project.

Virtual Tour

Stay on the Consumers tab and check out the Virtual Tours while you’re there! You know those 360º camera tours real estate agents offer these days? We’ve taken the same technology and applied it to eastern white pine and SPFs projects… but with an education twist! Use your cursor to move around each room in the project and watch for the informative pop ups along the way indicating what product was used.

Monographs

Eastern white pine has been the building product of choice for more than 300 years, and we have the Monographs to prove it. Check out these cool, architectural-based real stories focused on specific regions, products and building styles.

For more information on retailer selling tools (and beautiful things to show your consumer customers!), please visit www.nelma.org.

MID-AMERICA GROUP MERGES WITH NORTHWEST ASSOCIATION

Mid-America Lumbermens Association has merged with Northwestern Lumber Association to create one of the largest building material trade associations in the industry.

MLA represents building material dealers and suppliers in Arkansas, Kansas & Missouri, while NLA covers Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. The combined organizations will operate under the Northwestern Lumber Association umbrella until further notice and will represent over 1,800 dealers and over 150 suppliers/manufacturers.

NLA president Cody Nuernberg said, “Joining these long-time industry support groups together as one is a momentous occasion and one that has been diligently planned over the past four years. NLA has served as the managing partner of MLA since 2019 and has enjoyed helping the organization grow its membership footprint and its offerings. By merging, the association expands networking opportunities for all members, connecting them to broader resources for products, services, education opportunities and advocacy. This merger also allows for broader reach for education and event offerings and will extend our visibility to invite new members into the organization.”

As part of the merger, all MLA members in good standing received

membership with NLA until Sept. 30. NLA will continue to produce MLA’s annual events and educational offerings and provide field support via a dedicated regional field manager.

BOISE CASCADE TO ACQUIRE DISTRIBUTOR BROCKWAY-SMITH

Boise Cascade Co., Boise, Id., has agreed to purchase Brockway-Smith Co. (BROSCO), a Northeastern wholesaler specializing in doors and millwork, for $172 million.

BROSCO is a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1890. It operates distribution centers in Hatfield, Ma., and Portland, Me. In addition to interior and exterior doors, its offerings also include mouldings, railings, windows, stair parts, and composite products.

Boise Cascade currently operates 10 millwork locations in some of the nation’s fastest-growing markets, specializing in exterior and interior doors, frames, hardware, and pre-finishing options.

STINE BUYS LOUISIANA’S FRUGE

Stine Home & Yard, Sulphur, La., has acquired the assets of 51-yearold Fruge Lumber, Eunice, La.

“We’re excited to locate in Eunice, a community we’ve been serving peripherally for many years from our Crowley and Jennings stores,” said CEO Dan Stine. The Eunice store opened Aug. 28 as the 11th Stine location in Louisiana.

Pleasants Hardware opened location #10 in Powhatan, Va., managed by Jason Askew.

The Building Center, Charlotte, N.C., bought Mountain Lumber, Boone, N.C., expanding its reach into North Carolina’s High Country, Tennessee and SW Virginia.

Spahn & Rose Lumber Co. agreed to acquire City Lumber Co., 49-year-old dealer/truss plant in Huntsville, Al. The name will remain City Lumber, under existing management.

Helpful Hardware Co. acquired Southern Home & Garden Ace Hardware, Carrollton, Ga., and held a grand reopening Sept. 1-3.

Aubuchon Co. signed on as an affiliate of Ace Hardware. Over the next three years, 76 of its 112 stores will be rebranded to Ace, while the others will remain independent due to their proximity to existing Ace stores.

Teague Lumber, Kansas City, Mo., is rebranding as Mead Lumber, one year after it was bought by Mead.

Westlake Ace Hardware, St. Joseph, Mo., suffered damaged to its exterior when a hay bale display out front caught fire on Sept 10.

Harrigan Lumber Co., Monroeville, Al., idled sawing operations until January to accommodate a major capital improvement project.

Beacon has acquired S&H Building Material Corp., Long Island, N.Y., and added new branches in Grand Haven, Mi., and Joplin, Mo.

Great Southern Wood Preserving is now distributing MoistureShield composite decking and railing from its Fombell, Pa., and Millwood, Ky., locations.

Universal Supply is now flagship dealer of Tando Composites’ Beach House Shake in southern New Jersey. All area locations will be trained and merchandised, with the Lakewood and Pleasantville, N.J., stores as the primary stocking hubs. BID Group agreed to acquire Industrial Cutting Solutions, Buhl, Al.

SOUTHERN FOREST Products Association handed out its John Edgar Rhodes Sawmill Safety Excellence Awards Aug. 24 during the Sawmill & Safety Breakfast at the 37th Forest Products Machinery & Equipment EXPO in Nashville, Tn. The 2022 Sawmill Safety Awards recipients represent 1,665,264 total hours worked among 725 employees with zero incidents among them. This is the second year in a row there are seven mills receiving awards with zero incidents among them. Winners were: (Division One) McShan Lumber Co., McShan, Al., and Weyerhaeuser, Zwolle, La.; (Division Two) Lampe & Malphrus Lumber Co., Smithfield, N.C.; West Fraser, Fitzgerald, Ga., and Lake Butler, Fl.; and Weyerhaeuser, New Bern, N.C.; and (Division Three) Weyerhaeuser, Millport, Al.

Westlake Royal Building Products has rebranded its Palight Trimboard as Skytrim PVC trim.

Envision Outdoor Living Products inked a multi-year partnership as the Official Outdoor Living and Composite Decking & Railing Partner of the Kansas City Chiefs.

CMPC BUYING KENTUCKY MILLWORK FACILITY

To enhance its presence in the U.S., Chilean-based Empresas CMPC SA has agreed to acquire Heritage Millworks (dba Powell Valley Millwork), Lexington, Ky.

“This is a fundamental step in the history of CMPC,” said chairman of the board Luis Felipe Gazitúa. “Although our products have been marketed in the United States for decades, we will now be able to produce them here, drawing on the experience and know-how of a specialist company like Powell Valley.”

A global corporation with more than 100 years of providing sustainable solutions, CMPC has long been an innovator in the marketing of wood, cellulose, packaging products, sanitary products, non-home products, and tissue paper.

“This investment decision is an important step in our strategic growth plan in the United States and brings us closer to our customers in North America, which is a fundamental pillar of our strategic plan,” said CEO Francisco Ruiz-Tagle.

Radiata pine holds a significant position as one of the most consumed millwork products in the U.S. The Powell Valley facilities have the capacity to supply volume programs across North America, as well as streamlined logistics with robust customer service.

“As the market continues to evolve, we recognize the need to adapt and seize opportunities to thrive in the dynamic landscape of our business,” said Juan Pablo Pereira Sutil, managing director, CMPC Wood Products. “By combining our production capabilities, we aim to secure a larger market share and introduce a broader range of products, including radiata pine and poplar offerings, while serving our customers with a much stronger value proposition.”

“The decision to partner with CMPC marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Powell Valley family,” said Jimmy Thornberry, president of Powell Valley Millwork.

Powell Valley has a strong history in manufacturing dating back to the early 1990s when Jimmy and his father, Jim Thornberry, began at their Jeffersonville, Ky., location. With nearly three decades of industry experience, the company has maintained growth in market share and profitability by introducing new programs while keeping a commitment to customer service.

CMPC and Powell Valley have aggressive growth plans in the U.S. and will begin expanding the assets at both production sites to maintain their existing poplar programs and facilitate the introduction of radiata pine manufacturing and distribution from Kentucky. Powell Valley currently employs more than 200 personnel with immediate demand for hiring skilled positions.

NATION’S BEST ENTERS GEORGIA WITH ADAMS

Nation’s Best, Dallas, Tx., has acquired two-unit Adams Building Supplies, Inc. of Georgia.

Founded in 1917, Adams is a fourth-generation business that caters to the high-end custom home builder segment with a heavy mix of premium lumber and building material products. With locations in Hartwell and Toccoa, Ga., they’re also strategically located midway between Nation’s Best locations in the Carolinas.

Sister and brother owners Andrea A. Anderegg and Julian Adams are excited for the future of their family business. “It takes a lot of dedicated people to run a successful business and we’ve been blessed to have a team of trusted managers and associates over the years. We’re thrilled to know that Adams Building Supplies will now be in the hands of an experienced home improvement company like Nation’s Best and that our valued team will continue to be there every day to serve our community.”

The Adams yards are the first Georgia-based businesses for Nation’s Best, now with 51 locations in 15 states. As part of Nation’s Best’s strategy, Adams will lease the real estate from the owners, maintain operations under its existing name, and retain the core team overseeing operations alongside Nation’s Best.

FORTRESS SELLS DECKING DIVISION TO EVA-LAST

Fortress Building Products has sold the assets of its composite decking subsidiary—including Fortress Decking, Cladding and HULK Fasteners—to Eva-Last Americas, Plano, Tx.

This diverstiture enables Fortress to concentrate on its core metals products, including railing, steel deck framing, fencing, pergolas and lighting.

For the past seven years, Fortress has distributed Eva-Last’s Apex PVC and Infinity I-Series composite decking. Based in South Africa, Eva-Last also manufactures bamboo composite railing, cladding and fencing.

NWH ACQUIRES MICHIGAN’S POST HARDWOODS

NWH, Frisco, Tx.-based manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe and Asia, has acquired Post Hardwoods, Hamilton, Mi.

Post Hardwoods, established in 1980 by brothers Bob and Junior Post, is renowned for delivering high-quality and diverse hardwood lumber and logs from the Glacial region to their customers. The company’s 13,500-sq. ft. sawmill facility is situated on 20 acres, approximately 35 miles south of Grand Rapids.

“The acquisition of Post Hardwoods marks an important milestone in NWH’s growth,” said Nathan Jeppson, CEO of NWH. “Their impressive operations complement our customer commitment to reinforce and expand our position as a global leader in hardwood supply.”

Post Hardwoods’ extensive log sales business enhances NWH’s product range and flexibility, offering customers greater variety. The acquisition also gives NWH access to an array of sought-after Glacial species. Additionally, Post’s deep experience in sawing high-quality lumber and superior sourcing capabilities broadens NWH’s supply chain.

Howard O’Neal, ex-Do it Best, has joined Ambassador Supply, Indianapolis, In., as director of forest products.

Jesse Despo, ex-National Lumber, is new to sales at Koopman Lumber & Hardware, Andover, Ma.

George “Doc” Young has retired after 20 years as VP of sales & marketing with Hoover Treated Wood Products, Thomson, Ga.

Jeff Hafner, ex-Holmes Lumber, has joined the outside sales team at Fifth Avenue Lumber Co., Columbus, Oh.

Korey Niemann, ex-James Hardie, is a new Indianapolis, In.based market development mgr. with U.S. Lumber.

Tyler Sheehan has been promoted to mgr. of Peter Lumber Co., Pleasantville, N.J.

Hannah Knapp, ex-U.S. Lumber, joined Duration Moulding & Millwork, Hamilton, N.J., as national sales director. She will succeed Robert Torino, who is retiring at year’s end.

Bret Kelly has been named senior VP of Kodiak Building Partners’ Northeast General Lumber division, overseeing operations at Goodrich Lumber, New England Building Supply, Ricci Lumber, and Shepley Wood Products.

Jace Mattinson has been promoted to chief operating officer at Nation’s Best Holdings, Dallas, Tx.

Trevor Crozier has been promoted to director of merchandising-commodities for McCoy’s Building Supply, San Marcos, Tx. John Brown is now director of culture & customer experience; Luke Wonder, director of strategic accounts; and Joseph Martinez, store mgr., Lubbock, Tx.

Steve Akin, PrimeSource Building Products, Irving, Tx., has been promoted to national sales mgr. for Ultra-Tec.

Brady Smith has joined Ridout Lumber Co., Joplin, Mo., as flooring & cabinet mgr.

Tyler Hausfeld is new to outside sales with Kelly Bros. Lumber + Design Co., Covington, Ky.

Pierce Shifflett is the new general mgr. of 84 Lumber, Timonium, Md. G. Alejandro Gallegos is now GM in Tavares, Fl.

Chad Zschiesche is a new account mgr. with UFP Truss, Saginaw, Tx.

Nicolas Del Monaco was appointed president of Owens Corning’s global insulation business, Toledo, Oh. He succeeds Todd Fister, who is transitioning to CFO to replace Ken Parks, who resigned to pursue other opportunities.

Gary Monak is a new territory sales mgr., and Ryan Moreno a new associate merchandise mgr. for Do it Best, Fort Wayne, In. Kendra Eaken was promoted to merchandising coordinator, and Makenzie Eggebrecht to LBM sales support lead.

Mike Hogan is now segmental paving specialist for the southern U.S. for Pine Hall Brick Co., Winston-Salem, N.C.

Kevin Henao, ex-Blue Ridge Lumber, has moved to Woodstack Building Materials, Clifton, N.J., as purchaser.

Josh Hendrickson will succeed John Marshall this fall as president of Wilson Lumber Co., Huntsville, Al.

Adam Hyer, ex-MacDonald & Owen Lumber, was named supply chain mgr. for Granite Valley Forest Products, New London, Wi.

Anna Glidewell was appointed assistant mgr. at Sutherland’s HomeBase Lumber, Mineral Wells, Tx.

Cullen Akin, ex-United Treating, has moved to inside sales at Great Southern Wood Preserving, Tuscumbia, Al.

Scott Colston, ex-Lowe’s, is a new cabinet sales & design rep with Building Supply of Manassas, Va.

Eric Simmerman, ex-Lowe’s, is now with Beacon, as assistant branch mgr. in Des Moines, Ia.

Maureen Hughes is a new inside sales & marketing specialist with Worch Lumber, Versailles, Oh.

Don Clem, ex-Kaycan, moved to outside sales for Nashville Lumber, Nashville, Tn.

Jeff Steffen has been promoted to purchasing mgr. at American Building Supply, Orange Park, Fl.

Samantha Cassidy is now assistant training mgr. for Hammond Lumber, Belgrade, Me.

Patrick Connell, ex-Connell Decking & Railing, joined inside sales at Decks & Docks Lumber Co., St. Petersburg, Fl.

Scott Neubiser has been appointed door sales coordinator for RoMac Building Supply, Leesburg, Fl.

Blake Edwards, ex-Capitol Materials, has rejoined Cherokee Building Materials, Tulsa, Ok., as mgr.

Rich Thompson has been promoted to VP of marketing for ABC Supply, Beloit, Wi. Andrew Callaway is now VP of merchandising; Mike Boggs, VP-branch operations; Julie Bies, VP-internal audit; Kerry Cloyd, VP-Customer Financial Services (CFS); Michael Kaechele, VP-IT strategy & planning; Larry Sullivan, VP-enterprise analytics; and Scott Towne, VP-risk management.

Chris Swenson has been appointed VP of HR for Parksite, Batavia, Il.

Paul Stringer, who retired earlier this year from Somerset Hardwood, Somerset, Ky., has had a scholarship established in his name by the National Wood Flooring Association.

Deanna Labriny has joined the Composite Panel Association, Leesburg, Va., as digital marketing mgr.

Nicole Butler will be the next executive VP and secretary of the American Wood Protection Association, effective Jan. 1, 2024.

Walter Foxworth, retired from Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber, received the inaugural LAT Lifetime Achievement Award during the Lumbermen’s Association of Texas’ recent convention. Lynn Surls, chairman and president, Richardson Timbers, was named Associate of the Year.

Ophelia Payne is now providing counseling services for Mungus-Fungus Forest Products, Climax, Nv., report co-owners Hugh Mungus and Freddy Fungus.

Traders Market is here

NAWLA is back again this year, and we are proud to host Traders Market in Columbus, Ohio. Traders Market will be held November 8-10, 2023 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, in a city that is experiencing economic growth and a resurgence of retail, including many great restaurants for Traders Market attendees.

While the convenient and centralized location was a major factor in the committee’s decision to host this event in Columbus, the committee was also excited with the city’s incredible offerings to attendees—offerings that focus on Columbus’ accessibility, community feel and entrepreneurial spirit.

Each year, the NAWLA Traders Market continues to evolve and develop new experiences for the 1,000 to 1,500 professionals that make the decision to attend. Over the three-day event, attendees will have eight hours of show floor time to buy, sell and network with exhibitors and fellow attendees. This year will also include additional meeting rooms on the show floor, allowing attendees the opportunity to conduct business with current and new business partners without leaving the exhibit hall.

The Traders Market and Education Committees at NAWLA are also excited to bring forward a more direct and impactful

networking experience with our Birds of a Feather groups geared towards tenured professionals as well as those somewhat newer to the industry.

For decades, Traders Market has held a unique position among lumber and building material tradeshows as the only one focused almost exclusively on the lumber supply chain. Unlike other shows, the exhibitors are almost always manufacturers of lumber and lumber-related products, not machinery or other equipment providers.

Traders Market is unlike any other tradeshow and we are excited to welcome you to Columbus to experience that for yourself!

30 Welcome to Traders Market

NAWLA Traders Market Committee

chair Judy Haney notes there are more reasons than ever before to attend the 2023 show

32 Schedule of Events

Plan your trip to the industry’s most effective show

32 NAWLA Leadership

Who’s who on the NAWLA Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and staff

34

Get with the Program

This year’s Traders Market sports several unique opportunities

36 Exhibitor Directory

Meet the exhibitors who will fill the marketplace

52 Product Finder

Your guide to the products and services provided by Traders Market exhibitors

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Schedule of Events

(Times subject to change. All activities will take place at the Columbus Convention Center)

Wednesday, November 8

7:30-9 a.m. – Executive Committee Meeting

9:15 a.m.-12 p.m. – Board Meeting

11 a.m.-5 p.m. – Exhibitor Set-up

11 a.m.-7 p.m. – Registration Open

1-3 p.m. – Committee Meetings

3:30-4:30 p.m. – 10 Group Meetings

5-6 p.m. – Chair’s Reception

6-7 p.m. – Welcome Reception

Thursday, November 9

7 a.m.-7 p.m. – Registration Open

7-11 a.m. – Exhibitor Set-up

8:30-9:30 a.m. – Birds of a Feather Networking, with Groups on:

• First-time Traders Market Attendee

• Wood Basics Alum

• YELP Member

• Leadership & Mentoring

• People Management

• Recruiting & Onboarding the Next Generation

• Customer Relationships

• Promoting the Story of the Industry

• Sustainability

• Open forum: Mills

9:45-11 a.m. – Education Session: “Lumber Construction Outlook: Rotation or Retreat?”

Ken Simonson, Associated General Contractors of America

11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. – Luncheon, with Keynote Presentation:

“Learn How to Motivate Like a Pro”

Ashley Fox, NFL journalist

1:30-7 p.m. – Tradeshow Open

1:30-3:30 p.m. – Meet & Greet with Archie Griffin

6-7 p.m. – Networking Reception on the Show Floor

Friday, November 10

8-11:30 a.m. – Registration Open

8 a.m.-12 p.m. – Tradeshow Open

12-6 p.m. – Exhibitor Move-out

NAWLA Executive Committee

Steve Rustja, Weston Forest Products –Chair

Clark Spitzer, Snavely Forest Products –First Vice Chair

Dave Destiche, Amerhart, Ltd. –Second Vice Chair

Carl Lamb, Snavely Forest Products –Secretary/Treasurer

Lori Byrd, RoyOMartin –At-Large

Bill Price, All Star Forest Products –Immediate Past Chair

NAWLA Board of Directors

Kent Beveridge, Skana Forest Products

Brian Boyd, Manufacturers Reserve Supply

Derek Cone, Capital Lumber Co.

Harris Gant, ECMD, Inc.

Gavy Gosal, Western Forest Products

Judy Haney, Boise Cascade Building Materials Distribution

Kyle Little, Sherwood Lumber

Ian McLean, Spruceland Millworks

Grant Phillips, Wildwood Trading Group

Alden Robbins, Robbins Lumber Co.

Chad Warpinski, Amerhart, Ltd.

Morgan Wellens, Nicholson & Cates Ltd.

2023 Traders Market Committee

Judy Haney, Boise Cascade Building Materials Distribution –Chair

Warren Reeves, Wholesale Wood – Vice Chair

Mauricio Bravo, Weston Wood Solutions

Lori Byrd, RoyOMartin

Brandon Desyatnik, Weston Forest Products Inc.

Bethany Doss, Capital Lumber

Trent Johnson, Lumber Blue Book

Reid Manning, Harrigan Lumber Co.

Casey Pierce, Compass Building Products

Bill Price, All Star Forest Products

Phil Schumock, Stella-Jones

Leslie Southwick, C&D Lumber Co.

Clark Spitzer, Snavely Forest Products

Chelsea Zuccato, Patrick Lumber

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morning, just before the first education session.

Join one of the following groups:

• First-time Traders Market Attendee

• Wood Basics Alum

• YELP Member

• Leadership & Mentoring

• People Management

• Recruiting & Onboarding the Next Generation

• Customer Relationships

• Promoting the Story of the Industry

• Sustainability

• Open forum: Mills

Meet & Greet with Archie Griffin

During the first two hours of the show, football great Archie Griffin will be on hand to greet attendees.

In the hometown of Ohio State University and just two hours south of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the North American Wholesale Lumber Association is excited to get the ball rolling with its annual NAWLA Traders Market Nov. 8-10 at the Columbus Convention Center this fall.

The gameplan: three days of learning, exhibitions and networking opportunities with fellow lumber professionals from all over the country Among the highlights you won’t want to miss:

Lumber Construction Outlook: Rotation or Retreat?

Presented by Ken Simonson

On the show’s opening morning, Thursday, Nov. 9, Ken Simonson will size up the lumber construction market.

Simonson has been chief economist for the Associated General Contractors of America since 2001. He provides insight into the economy and what it implies for construction and related industries through frequent media

interviews, presentations, and the Data DIGest, his weekly one-page e-newsletter that goes to more than 20,000 subscribers.

Ken has more than 40 years of experience analyzing, advocating, and communicating about economic and tax issues. He is a Fellow and past president of the National Association for Business Economics, and he is co-director of the Tax Economists Forum, a professional meeting group he co-founded in 1982. Ken has a BA in economics from the University of Chicago, and an MA in econom ics from Northwestern University.

Birds of a Feather Networking

Expand your NAWLA Network by joining in “Birds of a Feather” discussions. These informal discussions are available to promote community growth and provide a space for attendees to gather on common topics. The event will be held on the show’s opening

Born at University Hospital nearly in the shadow of Ohio Stadium, Griffin has been a Buckeye his whole life. After serving for 11 years as president and CEO of The Ohio State University Alumni Association, Griffin stepped back in 2015 to a consultant role as senior advisor in the Office of Advancement at Ohio State. During his tenure leading the OSUAA, Griffin led an expanded effort to embrace young alumni and began initiatives focusing on career assistance and establishing an Office of Volunteer Relations.

Known to the world as the only two-time winner of the Heisman Trophy, Griffin is also one of select group of Buckeyes to be named a three-time All American during his playing days from 1972-1975. A member of the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame and current board of directors, Griffin is a member of the Rose Bowl Hall of Fame, and was named the

All-Century Player by the Tournament of Roses Association during the centennial celebration of the Rose Bowl in 2014. Griffin is one of two players in NCAA history to start in four Rose Bowls.

Keynote Luncheon: Learn How to Motivate Like a Pro Presented by Ashley Fox

Ashley Fox is one of the NFL’s most well-respected journalists and a trailblazer in the ego-infused world of sports media. During her 24-year career, including seven years as a lead NFL reporter and analyst for ESPN, Ashley covered the United States’ most popular sport for the largest sports media network in the world. By being fair, honest and accountable, with unwavering professionalism and boundless optimism, Ashley earned the trust of professional athletes, coaches, owners, team

executives and league commissioners.

To Ashley, professional athletes by nature are some of the most highly motivated people on the planet. But developing high-performing individuals into a cohesive, championship team takes skill, consistency and patience. In the National Football League, there is on average a 22-percent annual turnover rate among head coaches. Time, therefore, is of the essence. During the keynote luncheon, Ashley will share stories from her experience as one of the only female on-air NFL analysts at ESPN and what she has learned from NFL coaches about how to extract peak performance through motivation.

2023 NAWLA Traders Market

Exhibitor Directory

– All listings are based on exhibitor submissions as of 9-8-2023

of wood, making it resistant to termites, fungi, fire, mold and moisture. Arxada manufactures Wolman preservatives, Dricon fire retardants, & Antiblu anti-sapstains.

S4S, profile mouldings, and ripped-to-width products backed by the country’s largest inventory of hardwood lumber ensuring supply through any market condition.

526 Media Group

340 padams@526mediagroup.com; (714) 4862735; www.building-products.com

Publisher of a range of print and digital offerings for the world’s hardest working market segment, the American Bedrock Infrastructure Industries. Its flagship supply chain publications are BPD-Building Products Digest (in the South, Midwest and Northeast) and The Merchant Magazine (in the West).

aSpen planerS ltd. 303 neilbillows@apgroup.ca; (604) 580-2781; www.aspenplaners.ca

Manufacturers of SPF, DF, Hem-fir structural lumber. Mill and Timber division manufactures a complete range of western red cedar products including clears, timbers, decking, pattern, fencing and low grade.

Bc wood pavilion 210 dfarley@bcwood.com; (604) 882-7100; www.bcwood.com

Not-for-profit trade association that supports B.C. wood product manufacturers.

affinity Hr Group

722 claudia@affinityhrgroup.com; (877) 6606400; www.affinityhrgroup.com

We love HR so you don’t have to! Affinity HR Group is NAWLA’s endorsed HR partner. We provide human resources compliance, recruiting and organizational development support to companies nationwide.

arauco

(800) 261-4890; na.arauco.com

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ArAuco North America offers sustainable forest product solutions for the construction, casework/fixture fabrication, and architectural design industries. These include a comprehensive selection of composite panels such as TFL, particleboard, MDF and HDF, along with premium plywood, millwork and lumber.

arrow reload SySteMS inc. 641 pkrakowski@arrow.ca; (503) 735-1100; www.arrowreload.ca

Arrow has been providing transportation, distribution, logistics, and materials handling services across Canada and the United States since 1919.

atlanta Hardwood corp. 317 kconley@hardwoodweb.com; (404) 2144708; www.hardwoodweb.com

AHC has three drying yards and two state-of-the-art moulding plants specializing in hardwood/softwood lumber, S4S, interior mouldings, exterior trim, and thermally modified products.

atlantic loGiSticS 729 timber@shipatlantic.com; (904) 886-9616; www.shipatlantic.com

Founded in 2001, Atlantic Logistics provides drayage, transload, truckload and specialized service throughout the United States and Canada. You name it, we haul it.

avenex coatinG tecHnoloGieS 654 mnielly@avenex.com; (678) 575-9513; www.avenex.com

Manufacturer of innovative multilaminated products, including lumber wrap and building envelope systems.

avon plaSticS 617 chuck.hayes@avonplastics.com; (320) 2437318; www.armadillodeck.com

Manufacturer of Armadillo Composite Decking, TurboClip Hidden Deck Fasteners and Grid Axcents Plastic Lattice.

Bennett luMBer productS, inc. 301 jim@blpi.com; (208) 875-1321; blpi.com

Family-owned, manufacturing highquality DFL, WF, PPLP, ESLP, IRC and IWP dimension and boards. Proud charter exhibitor of the NAWLA Traders Market.

Biewer luMBer, llc 358 pturner@biewerlumbe r.com; (810) 3294789; www.biewerlumber.com

Biewer is a fourth-generation, familyowned group of companies operating four fully-automated sawmills, three treating and distribution facilities, two fence manufacturing plants, and a full-service logistics company.

BirMinGHaM international foreSt productS, fctG 407 grace.geyer@bifp.com; (205) 972-1500; www.bifp.com.

BlG carGo loGiSticS GMBH 402 jens.bartnick@blg.de; (494) 213-982254; www.blg-logistics.com Logistics provider.

Blue Book ServiceS 425 tj ohnson@bluebookservices.com; (630) 668-3500; www.lumberbluebook.com

arxada 133 sarah.clontz@arxada.com; (404) 279-6852; www.arxada.com

Arxada’s products improve performance

Baillie luMBer – rippinG diviSion 226 rbrunner@baillie.com; www.baillie.com Resourced-based company providing

Grow sales: Custom target your sales campaigns by searching our database of 22,000+ lumber companies. Lower credit risk: Leverage the only industry-specific credit resource.

BnSf railway co. 625 eric.contreras@bnsf.com; (817) 593-4026; www.bnsf.com

BNSF Railway is one of North America’s leading freight transportation companies, with a rail network of 32,500 route miles in 28 states and three Canadian provinces.

BoiSe caScade wood productS- 346 GlulaM BeaMS amyvitek@bc.com; (208) 337-3134; www. bc.com/ewp/boise-glulam

From extra-long spans and curved beams to headers and dramatic columns, Boise Glulam gives you the rich, natural beauty of wood with engineered performance.

BoiSe caScade wood productSplywood & luMBer 348 michaelelliott@bc.com; www.bc.com/boise-cascade-plywood

Boise Cascade has multiple plywood operations throughout the U.S. that can deliver a wide range of plywood products with the reliable performance you need.

Boozer laMinated BeaM co 702 ejames@boozerbeam.com; (256) 2372875; www.boozerbeam.com

BoozerBeam is a SYP glulam manufacturer located in Anniston, Alabama. Products include: 2.1E, 1.9E, 1.8E and 1.6E beams, Combination #50 columns, and Outsider: pressure treated beams and columns

Border BrokerS 611 paulw@adrutherford.com; (855) 236-2566; www.borderbrokers.com

U.S. and Canadian customs clearance experts. Guided by leading technology, proactive systems and strong relationships, our experienced border service team will help you with your import and export broker service needs— like we’ve been doing for over 40 years.

BraMwood foreSt inc. 742 julie@bramwood.com; (416) 747-7244; www.bramwood.com

Bramwood is a remanufacturing facility located in the heart of Toronto, Ontario. Bramwood offers a large range of products including, strapping, bridging, stakes, cut to size, notched and grooved lumber

BriGHt wood corp. 533 scotthi@brightwood.com; (541) 475-2234; www.brightwood.com

Premier manufacturer of door and window components, millwork, engineered long length lumber and engineered studs.

BrookHuiS aMerica, inc 705 www.brookhuis.com

Brunner HildeBrand luMBer dry kiln 412 jos.aandestegge@brunner-hildebrand.com; (615) 469-0745; www.bhl-drykilns.com

The most comprehensive range of hardwood and softwood dry kilns, continuous kilns, steamers, heat-treat kilns, and vacuum kilns.

BucHanan SaleS 717 paulgrassia@buchanansales.ca; (807) 3436565; www.buchanansales.ca

Eastern SPF dimension lumber producer located in Northern Ontario, Canada, that produces 2x3 through 2x12 MSR, #2, #3 and economy grades.

Builderwire, inc 735 jmcnamara@builderwire.com; (781) 2147119; www.builderwire.com

BowerS foreSt productS/woodway 525 jeff@bowersfp.com; (503) 631-4408; www. bowersforestproducts.com; www.woodwayproducts.com

Bowers Forest Products produces Woodway Lattice Panels and privacy screens, deck baluster/caps, fence panel components, truss blocks, trellis, cedar planters, lath and stakes, furring strips, tile battens, pallet stock

Bpwood ltd. 615 jackie@bpwood.com; www.bpwood.com; (250) 493-9339

Based in Penticton, B.C., BPWood’s expanding team excels in diverse wood solutions for evolving customer demands. We solve problems, cultivate partnerships, and create value globally.

Griffin Lumber & Hardware was thrilled with CT Darnell’s comprehensive design for their newest yard in Warner Robins, GA. Things were humming, ground had been broken, and CT Darnell was overseeing the construction. And then everything changed. Find out how Griffin and CT Darnell turned a design curve ball into an operational home run.

Visit us in booth 314 at the NAWLA Traders Market!

calculated Structured deSiGnS 601 snason@csdsoftware.com; (403) 236-5275; www.csdsoftware.com

Calculated Structured Designs (CSD) provides software solutions for the EWP, component, architectural and building industries. Offering the following solutions: isPlan, isDesignCenter, isOptimize, isDesign and isWall c&d luMBer co.

530 www.leslies@cdlumber.com; ( 541) 8742241; www.cdlumber.com

Specializing in Douglas fir and cedar rough cut timbers in appearance and construction grades coupled with appearance decking and dimensional surfaced products allows us to be a one-stop shop for all your lumber needs

cedar valley ManufacturinG inc. 243 amaram@cedar-valley.com; (831) 6368110; www.cedar-valley.com

Cedar Valley’s Handcrafted Shingle Siding Panels are customizable, durable and made by hand with attention to detail for a beautiful, long-lasting home siding solution

central cedar ltd. 214 jordan@centralcedar.ca; (604) 533-3431; www.centralcedar.ca

Remanufacturing and wholesaling western red cedar, Douglas fir, and hemlock products since 1977

cerSoSiMo luMBer co inc 313 rsatterfield @cersosimo.com; (802) 2544508; www.cersosimolumber.com Eastern white pine products.

cMpc uSa

616, 817

r aquel.tomas@cmpc.cl; (678) 735-5122; www.cmpc-usa.com

CMPC is a global company with 2.7+ million acres of sustainable forests in Chile, Brazil and Argentina. CMPC manufactures and distributes forest products worldwide.

collinS

433 cwaner@collinsco.com; (503) 826-5212; www.collinswood.com

Founded in 1855, Collins is family-owned with 370,000+ acres of FSC-certified lands in California, Oregon, Pennsylvania. Products include softwood, hardwood, NAF Particleboard, engineered wood siding and trim.

canfor

406 michael.almond@canfor.com; (604) 2646244; www.canfor.com

One of the world’s largest producers of sustainable softwood lumber for general construction, specialty appearance applications, and high-strength mass timber components.

capital foreSt productS 600 apruitt@capitalforest.com; (410) 2806887; www.capitalforest.com

Leading distributor of products from premium vendors for 40+ years, based in Annapolis, Md.

clayMark uSa 430 bobby@claymarkusa.com; (208) 287-4424; www.claymark.com

New Zealand’s largest manufacturer and exporter of premium pine products. Claymark processes the highest quality logs from sustainably managed radiata pine plantations throughout New Zealand’s North Island into a range of finished appearance products

cM Maderera itda. 125 hynes@cmmaderera.cl; (207) 615-3348; www.asuretrim.com

Fingerjointed radiata pine S4S boards, patterns and mouldings, manufactured in Coronel, Chile.

coluMBia cedar

700 chris.r@columbiacedar.com ; ( 503) 6323550; www.columbiacedar.com

Columbia Cedar produces 100% western red cedar in Kiln Dried 7/8” S1S2E boards, 11/16” S1S2E boards, T&G V4E, Fineline, T&G V2E, Pattern 105, 11/16”x6” 8” 10” bevel siding, 5/4”x8 rabbeted bevel siding, 2x4 and 2x6 S4SEE, 5/4”x6 decking coMBilift uSa llc 211 amanda.holmes@combilift.com; (763) 354-9881; www.combilift.com

f.H. Stoltze land & luMBer 302 kpage@stoltzelumber.com; (406) 8927010; www.stoltzelumber.com

F.H. Stoltze is the oldest family-owned lumber company in Montana and is dedicated to the stewardship of Montana’s forests.

faStMarketS 557 chloe.houghton@fastmarkets.com; www. randomlengths.com

Fastmarkets is an industry-leading price reporting agency for the forest products industry, bringing together and building on decades of expertise from RISI and Random Lengths

flexpak corp 359 ryan@polycovers.com; (541) 385-9444; www.polycovers.com

Providing lumber wrap, woven covers, railcar covers, custom poly covers, Flexpak is an innovative manufacturer of custom packaging solutions for the wood products industry in North America

foreSt econoMic adviSorS 622 pjannke@getfea.com; (978) 496-6336, www.getfea.com

Forest Economic Advisors (FEA) is an owner-operated company comprised of engaged, experienced and informed analysts who have been covering the forest products industry for over 25 years on average. Our team applies rigorous economic analysis and delivers actionable information to our clients through our third-party forecasts and monthly advisors. Backed by FEA’s proprietary economic models, our analysts apply decades of experience and market knowledge to deliver valuable insights. We keep it simple and concise, using lucid language and easy-to-read graphics.

frereS enGineered wood 512 bmaeda@frereswood.com; (503) 8594250; www.frereslumber.com

Freres Lumber Co. is a 100-year-old wood products manufacturing company dedicated to bringing innovative, high-quality and environmentally-sound wood products to market.

furtado foreSt productS ltd 502 ryan@furtadoforest.com; (604) 945-0251; www.furtadoforest.com

people creating quality wood products. The three-generation business is a premier source of American Cypress and Poplar products, as well as the nation’s largest producer of Atlantic white cedar.

GilBert SMitH foreSt productS ltd 255 acoyles@gsfpcedar.com; (250) 672-9435; www.gsfpcedar.com WRC manufacturer.

Goodfellow inc 603 kschafer@goodfellowinc.com; (450) 6356511; www.goodfellowinc.com

Goodfellow Inc. is a diversified Canadian manufacturer and distributor of lumber and other building materials with a global reach

GorMan BroS. luMBer 455 brentbrownmiller@gormanbros.com; (800) 663-5087; www.gormanbros.com Producer of ESLP boards.

Group leBel 715 cjgilbert@saleslebel.com; (450) 688-9393; www.grouplebel.com

foreSt city tradinG Group (fctG) 635 scott.elston@fctg.com; (503) 246-8500; www.fctg.com

The FCTG family of companies connects building material supply with demand, provides solutions for challenges, and meets opportunity with strategy

FFP is a specialty manufacturer/wholesaler specializing in western red cedar. We produce all sizes and patterns. We also fingerjoint.

GateS MillinG 723 nancyt@gatescustommilling.com; (252) 357-0116; www.gatescustommilling.com

A fully-integrated lumber manufacturer based on one simple formula: Quality

HaMpton luMBer SaleS 431 kaitlinbartel@hamptonlumber.com; (503) 203-6486; www.hamptonlumber.com

A family-owned business founded in 1942, headquartered in Portland, Or., producing studs and dimension products in Douglas fir, western hemlock, and SPF

Hancock luMBer co 401 mduprey@hancocklumber.com; (207) 6276113; www.hancocklumber.com

Led by 720 employees, Hancock Lumber is a seventh-generation, family-owned forest products company with a passion for our people-first and values-driven culture.

Hardel is one of the most diverse and stateof-the-art plywood mills in the U.S., carrying over 1,000 different plywood products.

HarriGan luMBer co. 732 rmanning@harriganlumber.com; (251) 575-4821; www.harriganlumber.com

Family-owned SYP sawmill located in Monroeville, Al. Products include 2x4-2x12 and 4x6 timbers.

portfolio of pressure-impregnated kiln-dried lumber and plywood products for fire retardant and preservative applications.

HS tiMBer Group GMBH 514 sebastian.melniciuc@hs.at; www.hs.at; +431585-68624 Wood products manufacturer.

HuB international 332 paul.quandt@hubinternational.com; (971) 224-1914; www.hubinternational.com

Hardel Mutual plywood corp 307 dawn@hardel.com; (800) 562-6344; www. hardel.com

Hoover treated wood productS 305 bmalloy@frtw.com; (800) 983-9997; www. frtw.com

Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc., in business since 1955, supplies a comprehensive

HuMBoldt SawMill coMpany, llc 513 s.patti@allweatherwood.com; (925) 9803077; www.getredwood.com

Humboldt Sawmill Company manufactures and distributes a full range of top-quality redwood and Douglas-fir dimensional lumber, timbers, and uppers certified to the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC C013133). Contact us to learn more about our redwood and Douglas-fir product lines and to place your stock and special orders.

Hunt foreSt productS, llc 215 curt.allen@huntforpro.com; (318) 2552245; www.huntforpro.com

Southern pine plywood manufacturer.

J. Muller weSer GMBH & co. 203 sabine.sander@jmueller.de; www.jmueller. de

The J. Muller Group specialises in the operation of seaport terminals and associated port and shipping-related services. The regional focus is northern Germany, especially the lower Weser River region with its own seaport terminal operations in Brake and Bremen. The medium-sized family business in its sixth generation was founded in Brake in 1821.

Leslie Forest Products Ltd., established in 1972, is a family-owned lumber remanufacturing business supplying quality specialty products in WRC, Hemlock/Fir, DF and SPF

liGnuM foreSt productS 726 mdemarni@lignum.com; (604) 484-5026; www.lignum.com

Lignum manufactures western red cedar and Douglas fir products, and distributes and markets MSR and specialty lumber products to residential and industrial building components industry

Hy Mark wood

342 dale@hymarkwood.com; (604) 541-4290; www.hymarkwood.com

Hy Mark specializes in western red cedar bevel siding boards and patterns. We can quote delivered prices to your warehouse.

JH HuScroft ltd 216 schofer@jhhuscroft.com; (250) 428-3713; www.jhhuscroft.com

J.H. Huscroft Ltd is a small specialty mill located in Southern B.C. We produce 1” boards and paneling in a variety of species. We also produce lamstock in 1” and 2”.

idaHo foreSt Group

704 manderson@ifg.com; (208) 659-1240; www.ifg.com

From its Coeur d’Alene, Id., headquarters, the closely held, family-owned company is now one of America’s largest lumber producers, with capacity for over 1 billion bd. ft. per year and markets around the globe. IFG is a growing company, operating five sawmills and a fingerjoint facility in North Idaho and one sawmill in Lumberton, Ms

Jazz foreSt productS 206 gulraj@jazzforest.ca; (604) 807-6844; www. jazzforest.ca

Jazz Forest Products is a primary manufacturer, value-added producer and global exporter of forestry products in western Canada, we supply western red cedar, Douglas fir, hemlock, & SPF and in various dimensions and grades. Jazz produces high quality wood products ranging from mouldings, specialty paneling, bevel and engineered products, as well has structural and appearance timbers.

Jazz Forest is a division of the Mirax Group

idaHo tiMBer

300 dbadesheim@idahotimber.com; (208) 377-3000; www.idahotimber.com

Headquartered in the Boise metro area, the company operates regionally located manufacturing, distribution and sales facilities in Idaho, New Mexico, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, and Florida. Day shift capacity enables Idaho Timber to ship over 75 million bd. ft. of high-quality ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, Hem-fir, SPF, Engelmann spruce, southern yellow pine, and cedar each month.

JoHnSon luMBer co llc 606 tara@johnsonlumberllc.com; (315) 4931774; www.johnsonlumberllc.com

Eastern white pine sawmill specializing in prefinished tongue and groove

koBawala 703 www.kpi-fibc.com

kop-coat protection productS 322 i pmcalpine@kop-coat.com; (412) 2272426; www.kop-coat.com

independent diSpatcH inc

724 ggilbert@independentdispatch.com; (503) 535-6404; independentdispatch.com

We’ve been efficiently shipping forest products throughout North America since 1980.

interfor 432, 829 chotika.kramomthong@interfor.com; (604) 422-3475; www.interfor.com

With annual capacity of approximately 5.2 BBF from world-class facilities, we serve the needs of customers, strengthen local economies and build value for our employees and shareholders

irvinG foreSt productS, inc. 254 doiron.sue@jdirving.com; (506) 632-5100; www.jdirving.com

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Eastern Canada and the U.S. All of the company’s woodlands are environmentally certified under SFI. In Maine, Irving Woodlands are also certified under FSC

Innovative, customer service-focused protection products company specializing in wood preservation systems and solutions servicing solid and engineered wood products manufacturers

kopperS perforMance cHeMicalS 225 hixontd@koppers.com; www.koppersperformancechemicals.com

laSalle luMBer co 213 leah.simmons@lasallelumber.com; (318) 242-4020; www.lasallelumber.com

LaSalle Lumber Co. is 200 MBF sawmill manufacturer located in central Louisiana that produces dimension lumber and features three continuous dry kilns and a planer facility.

leSlie foreSt productS ltd 610 gioia@leslieforest.com; (604) 952-4537; www.leslieforest.com

louiSiana-pacific

400, 807 (lp BuildinG SolutionS) marketing.center@lpcorp.com; (888) 8200325; www.lpcorp.com

As a proven leader in high performance building solutions, LP Building Solutions manufactures uniquely engineered, innovative building products to meet customer and industry challenges

luMin foreSt productS llc 234 paul.odomirok@lumin.com; (917) 9405060; www.lumin.com

Lumin Forest Products is a leading manufacturer of sustainable plywood. We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality panels and service in the industry

MaSon foreSt productS

244 greg@masonforestproducts.com; (601) 268-1105; www.masonforestproducts.com

Mason Forest Products is a female and veteran owned company that specializes in wholesale and remanufacturing quality products in plywood, OSB, MDF, lumber and timbers

Matra, inc.

422 jfdrouin@produitsmatra.com; (418) 3825151; www.produitsmatra.com

Matra, a secondary processing plant for eastern white pine, manufactures door and window components as well as prepainted mouldings. With its two plants representing more than 170,000 sq. ft. of production floor, more than 30 million white pine bd. ft. (PMP) are processed each year

Maze nailS

357 lisa@mazenails.com; (800) 435-5949; www.mazenails.com

Maze Nails offers a full line of specialty nails including stainless steel, copper and aluminum. 100% Made in the USA

McSHan luMBer co.

334 hunter@mcshanlumber.com; (205) 3756277; www.mcshanlumber.com

We are a family-owned sawmill that has been manufacturing quality southern yellow pine lumber since 1907. We specialize in patterned, dressed, and rough boards

Mercer tiMBer productS 200 frank.turnbull@mercerint.com; (604) 8912613; www.mercertimber.com

Mercer Timber Products manufactures a wide range of high-quality softwood lumber products. We produce sawn timber of the highest quality and use only wood from sustainably managed forests.

MetSa wood uSa 500 dave.vick@metsagroup.com; (810) 8244890; www.metsawood.com

Manufacturer of laminated veneer lumber.

Miratec By Jeld-wen 624 lheneghan@jeldwen.com; (773) 251-2993; www.miratectrim.com

MiraTEC trim and Extira panels provide moisture, rot and termite resistance. MiraTEC: easy to handle, machine, cut and nail; building code rated; 50-year limited warranty.

MurpHy coMpany 247 tom.bartlett@murphyplywood.com; (541) 461-1214; www.murphyplywood.com

Murphy Company is a leading domestic producer of hardwood and softwood plywood, engineered wood products, and softwood veneer in the Pacific Northwest

natural trade ltd. 323 dianne@naturaltrade.ca; (604) 61-9376; www.naturaltrade.ca

Importer, exporter and distributor of forest products globally, including lumber, cut-stock, MDF, OSB, plywood, engineered wood, mass timber, veneer and more.

nordic StructureS 643 veronique.petit@nordic.ca; (819) 4421948; www.nordic.ca

Chantiers Chibougamau is a family business founded in 1961. Its main industrial complex, located in Chibougamau, has one of the largest sawmills in the province and one of the largest engineered wood manufacturing plants in the world, producing I-joists, glue-laminated timber and cross-laminated timber. We also own three sawmill in Abitbi, offering half billion bd. ft. of softwood lumber

nortH aMerican foreSt foundation 602 adeford@northamericanforestfoundation. org; (901) 860-4131; www.northamericanforestfoundation.org

MontrÉal wood convention 613 nhoude@quebecwoodexport.com; (418) 650-6385; montrealwoodconvention.com

Montréal Wood Convention (MWC) is the premier Canadian wood trade event! It’s a one-stop event to find new suppliers, learn about industry trends, network with business relations, and create partnerships. The 2024 edition will take place on April 9-11 at The Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montréal. Be sure to register on our website before it’s too late!

neiMan enterpriSeS, inc 743 mikes@dtfp.net; (866) 466-5254; www. neimanenterprises.com

Devils Tower Forest Products, Spearfish Forest Products, Montrose Forest Products, and Gilchrist Forest Products producing ponderosa pine boards, pattern, shop and ESLP studs

nelSon & ft. SHeppard railway, tHe 714 luba@nfts.ca;(250) 367-6117; www.nfts.ca

Shipping B.C. wood products to U.S. and Mexico customers easily, efficiently and cost effectively.

NAFF is a 501(c)3 non-profit educating the next generation about the value of sustainable forestry, choosing wood products, and industry careers.

nortHeaStern luMBer ManufacturerS 233 aSSociation meg@nelma.org; (207) 829-6901; www. nelma.org

The Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association (NELMA) is the rules writing agency for eastern white pine lumber and the grading authority for the SPFs grouping of species.

nova uSa wood 527 matt@novausawood.com; (503) 419-6407; www.novausawood.com

Nova USA Wood is an importer of premium hardwood & thermally modified decking & siding products along with proprietary deck clips, rainscreen siding clips & stain

nyle dry kilnS 403 smckenna@nyle.com; (800) 777-6953; www.nyle.com

Nyle Dry Kilns is a trusted industry leader, providing top-notch lumber drying solutions with cutting-edge kiln technology for both hardwood and softwood markets.

oldcaStle, apG (Barrette outdoor livinG/ MoiStureSHield) 327

matthew.bruce@oldcastle.com; www.barretteoutdoorliving.com

olyMpic induStrieS ulc 633 darcy.mercer@olympicind.com; (604) 2184665; www.olympicind.com

Olympic Industries ULC is an international distributor, trading company, and manufacturer of forest products.

pacific woodtecH corp 230, 841 matt.caissie@pacificwoodtech.com; (888) 707-2285; www.pacificwoodtech.com

PWT is a rapidly growing pure play engineered wood products (EWP) company with a full line of I-joists, LVL, and treated LVL for exterior applications

pakira, inc. 655 nadia@pakira.com; (617) 460-2028; www. pakira.com

Relationship-based, all-in-one software platform for wholesale traders, manufacturers

and service providers to advertise products, find partners, engage, trade, access real-time news and data.

partap foreSt productS ltd 523 al@partap.ca; (250) 586-0479; www.partap. ca Family-owned and operated since 2004, Partap Forest Products is a leading manufacturer of Pacific Hem-fir and western red cedar products from logs to lumber.

patriot tiMBer productS inc 746 jsims@patriottimber.com; (828) 465-5009; www.patriottimber.com

pacific coaSt cedar productS 730 danny@pacific-coast.ca; (604) 467-6988; www.pacific-coast.ca

Pacific Coast Cedar Products is a long-standing member of the Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau specializing in a variety of sidewall shingles.

PREMIUM PRODUCTS FROM LOGS TO LUMBER

pacific luMBer inSpection Bureau 623 jwilling@plib.org; (253) 835-3344; www. plib.org

Lumber, HT, ISPM-15, glulam, CLT, truss certification in North America and Europe under the PLIB, WCLIB and AITC trademarks. See what PLIB can do for you

pacific weStern wood workS ltd 423 dennis@pwww.ca; (604) 946-2910; www. pwww.ca

pacific wood laMinateS 235 robr@socomi.com; (541) 469-4177; www. socomi.com

A fourth-generation, family-owned and operated wood products manufacturer. Producing quality lumber, plywood and LVL products. Dedicated to meeting the needs of our customers

HIGHEST QUALITY WESTERN RED CEDAR & PACIFIC HEM-FIR PRODUCTS AVAILABLE Controlled Production | Over 110 Million Board Feet Annually

Patriot Timber Products develops innovative panel products from sustainable sources that provide outstanding value to our customers. We produce premium underlayment plywood, multi-purpose plywood, specialty plywood, and beadboard.

ppG induStrieS 217 wramos@ppg.com; (918) 810-6086; www. ppgmachineappliedcoatings.com

PPG is a global manufacturer of paints, coatings and specialty materials with headquarters in Pittsburgh and operations in nearly 70 countries around the world

preciSion luMBer co. 607 pinelbr@aol.com; (360) 253-0101

reSolute foreSt productS 205 philippe.clune@resolutefp.com; (514) 8752160; www.resolutefp.com

pennSylvania luMBerMenS Mutual 335 inSurance coMpanieS scho@plmins.com; (267) 825-9350; www. plmins.com

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM) has been the dedicated insurer for lumber, woodworking and building materials industries since 1895, offering property, casualty, and inland marine insurance. Crafting unique, comprehensive coverage, we offer a diverse and tailored range of commercial insurance products for your client’s specific business needs.

pin foundationS, inc. 627 markr@diamondpiers.com; diamondpiers. com

Precision is a major importer and remanufacturer of clear radiata pine and thermally modified Radiata Excalibur Wood.

preciSion cedar 116 rob@precisioncedar.com; www.precisioncedar.com

Precision Cedar is a wholesale manufacturer, centrally located in Vancouver, B.C. Predominately dealing in Coastal WRC. We supply distribution and industrial accounts generally from our custom log cuts and key British Columbia mills. Specializing in Coastal Appearance boards, dimension and timbers.

proByn Group 202 chrisb@probynexport.com; (604) 5268545; www.probynltd.com

Resolute Forest Products is a leading producer of a diverse range of wood, pulp, tissue and paper products, which are marketed in 60 countries. The company operates some 40 facilities, as well as power generation assets, in the United States and Canada and has third-party certified 100% of its managed woodlands to internationally recognized sustainable forest management standards.

reStoration foreSt productS 427 adam@nlfpaz.com; (480) 649-4127; www. nlfpaz.com

Restoration Forest Products is Arizona’s leading sustainable forestry and wood products manufacturing company.

rex luMBer co 224 aschoendienst@rex-lumber.com; (470) 246-7167; www.rex-lumber.com

pinkwood ltd.

227 johnd@pinkwood.ca; (403) 279-3700; www.pinkwood.ca

Engineered wood I-joists

pollMeier MaSSivHolz GMBH + co. kG 231 thomas@pollmeierusa.com; +49-172-5213417; www.pollmeier.com

Pollmeier stands for decades of experience in solid wood production. We offer laminated veneer lumber made of spruce (Spruce LVL) and beech wood (BauBuche)

The Probyn Group is a privately owned and integrated forest company headquartered in New Westminster, B.C. The group is involved in all aspects of coastal forestry with operations in logging, sawmilling, remanufacturing, and distribution

pt interkayu nuSantara 316 psoetantyo@interkayu.co.id; 62-816808099; www.interkayunusantara.com

Rex Lumber has been operating in the forest products industry for over 100 years and produces over 900 MMBF annually.

riSe BuildinG productS 740 ben.skoog@risebuildingproducts.com; (615) 828-3535; www.risebuildingproducts. com

RISE Siding and Trim products are created using a patented manufacturing process that compresses post-consumer and post-industrial synthetic fiber waste into durable wood-replacement products.

polyMax, inc.

458 bart.daniel@polymaxpkg.com; (844) 7659629; www.polymaxmkg.com

Distributor and manufacturer of lumber wraps and covers.

porcupine wood productS ltd. 404 stevenrussell@porcupinewood.com; (416) 999-4268; www.porcupinewood.com

Porcupine manufactures western red cedar logs into decking, fencing, sidings and trim boards. Porcupine cuts slow-growing second growth logs with less than 20” butt diameter. These logs produce exceptional lumber with tight grain and small knots.

Fingerjointed laminates building components, bevel, siding, fascia, door frames, window frames, decking, other moulding products and Thermo treated woods, timbers: western red cedar, hemlock, Douglas fir, North & South American, African, Indonesian and other woods.

r a. Green luMBer 507 michelle@ragreenlumber.ca; (604) 8029530; www.ragreenlumber.com

We manufacture a complete line of the highest quality LPP, SPF, DF and WRC pattern boards and decking products. Custom orders and exact tallies.

roBBinS luMBer inc 414 arobbins@rlco.com; (207) 342-5221; www. rlco.com

Robbins Lumber Inc. manufactures eastern white pine boards in four sawmills in the state of Maine, operates four planer mills, a coatings facility and multiple warehouses. Specializing in patten stock, end matching, mixed loads, and flexibility

potlatcHdeltic corp

522 bob.mai@potlatchcorp.com; (509) 8351510; www.potlatchcorp.com

PotlatchDeltic is a high quality producer of 2x4 and 2x6 western dimension, all widths of SYP dimension, SPF studs, and industrial western plywood.

rdB SolutionS 555 kevin@rdb-solutions.com; (503) 705-0834; www.rdb-solutions.com

RDB Solutions specializes in integrated software solutions for the lumber wholesale, remanufacturing, treatment processing, and distribution center industries. Our commitment: save you time and money.

roSBoro 331 brianwell@rosboro.com; (541) 746-8411; www.rosboro.com

power wood corp

111 stewartclark@powerwood.com; (604) 8829663, Ext. 1002; www.powerwood.com

WRC manufacturer and distributor.

ready pine 312 chrism@readypine.com; (519) 669-8830; www.readypine.com

Manufacturer of prefinished T&G pine panels for ceilings and walls. Available in two widths, two profiles, and 14 colors.

Rosboro manufactures a wide range of glued-laminated timber products including our flagship X-Beam, a full-framing-width stock architectural beam. From high-volume stock programs to custom sizes, variable lengths, and job packs, Rosboro is your premier source for all things glulam.

roSeBurG foreSt productS 710 elizabeth.mays@rfpco.com; (470) 3796285; www.roseburg.com

Founded in the Timber Capital of the World, Roseburg is a family-owned company that has been providing high-quality wood products that enable clients to meet and exceed the needs of their customers since 1936. From our vast timberlands to our facilities, Roseburg is well positioned to meet the demands of the marketplace today and tomorrow.

Quality Canadian lumber export since 1979, from harvest through manufacturing.

Sawarne luMBer co ltd 456 carolynn@sawarne.com; (604) 235-1755; www.sawarne.com

We specialize in western red cedar products such as clear and Stk. boards, dimension, decking, posts, sidings and timbers

SHakertown 333 mark@shakertown.com; (800) 426-8970; www.shakertown.com

Shakertown is the leader in reinforced cedar products. Craftsman Shingle Panels and Dolly Varden T&G for homes, commercial, multi-family and resorts

producers of lumber and millwork. With over 2.5 million acres of timberland, 18 sawmills, and three millwork/remanufacturing plants no other company has the variety of products that SPI has to offer

Sii

www.siidrykilns.com

industry proudly for 50+ years, specializing in hardwood and softwood dry kilns, predryers, fan sheds, pallet and firewood drying/heat treating chambers

high-grade WesternRed products

Herbert,Saskatchewan plant’sprimary specialtySPF

royoMartin 354 alisha.vickers@royomartin.com; (318) 483-3831; www.royomartin.com

RoyOMartin is excited to celebrate our 100th anniversary as we continue our commitment of providing quality OSB, plywood and solid wood products.

ryder SySteM inc 632 rebecca_ruiz@ryder.com; www.ryder.com

Ryder System, Inc. is a leading logistics and transportation company that provides technology-driven supply chain, dedicated transportation, and commercial fleet management solutions

San Group 612 ryan@sangroupinc.com; (604) 881-4848; www.sangroupinc.com

Sidca tradinG ltd. 413 kam@sidcatrading.com; (604) 931-9003; www.sidcatrading.com

Sidca Trading is a leading distributor and treater of lumber, plywood and building materials within North America.

Sierra foreSt productS 713 greg@sierraforest.net; (559) 535-4893; sierra-forest-products.edan.io

Founded in 1967, Sierra Forest Products specializes in softwood dimension and commons production. With 300+ acres in Central California, we distribute throughout the Southwest

Sierra pacific induStrieS 355 asulzer@spi-ind.com; (530) 378-8000; www.spi-ind.com

Silver 7411 Skana

skana.com

Ifwedon’tmanufacture you’relookingyou’re ourexperienced WholesaleDistribution willhelpyou

Skana is a lumber wholesaler of SPF, DF, pine, plywood and WRC, and a remanufacturer, with several facilities producing a wide range of products.

SkaraBorGS traforadlinG aB 733 ed@woodshedinc.net; (251) 370-5027

Sodra uSa, inc.

135 bob.jank@sodra-usa.com; (503) 855-3032; www.sodra.com

Sawmills, pulp, CLT—TPI grade certification.

Softwood foreSt productS Buyer 516

StiMSon luMBer co. 605 acampbell@stimsonlumber.com; (503) 4781548; www.stimsonlumber.com

exterior trim boards. Suntrim MDF mouldings and boards. Pine moulding & millwork in solid lineal, cut-to-length, and/or fingerjoint primed.

For over 30 years, we’ve designed and built complex, comprehensive solutions for large lumberyards and wholesalers like you. We understand the scope of your business and will build solutions for you on time and on budget. What could be easier?

teal JoneS Group, tHe 755 sboates@tealjones.com; (604) 587-8700; www.tealjones.com

The Teal Jones Group is the largest privately-owned timber harvesting and primary lumber product manufacturing company in British Columbia. In continuous operation since 1946

tecHwood 754 tom@chemtechholding.com; (209) 6639199; www.chemtechholding.com

Stimson operates seven mills in Oregon and Idaho, and owns and sustainably manages over 500,000 acres of forestland in the western United States.

SwanSon Group 630 greg.johnson@swansongroup.biz; (541) 291-2287; www. swansongroup.biz

If you’re thinking of expanding or improving your yard, just give us a call to find out how easy we can make it for you.

SunBelt rack/ ct darnell conStruction 314 breda.corrigan@ct-darnell.com; (770) 4081275; www.ct-darnell.com

For over 35 years, CT Darnell/Sunbelt Rack has designed and built racking systems and over 1,350 metal buildings on lumberyards in all 50 states—more than any other supplier

SunSet MouldinG 330 sales@sunsetmoulding.com; (530) 7902777; www.sunsetmoulding.com

Manufacturer of Pakari thermally-modified clear pine decking, siding and pattern stock. SunXP wood components in solid and primed fingerjointed pine for fascia, pattern stock, and

Stud and plywood manufacturer.

tantiMBer 531 dmehmet@gwoodpro.com; (201) 5721807; www.tantimber.com/en

The third largest ThermoWood thermally modified timber manufacturer, supplying exterior and interior building materials in ash, iroko, oak, pine, ayous and poplar with unique product profiles.

taupo wood SolutionS 503 (tenon clearwood) dave.durst@tenon.co.nz; (443) 433-3322; www.tenonclearwood.com

Leading supplier of FSC-certified radiata clear lumber and S4S boards

taylor MacHine workS, inc. 201 kreynolds@taylorbigred.com; (662) 7733421; www.taylorbigred.com

Taylor Machine Works offers over 120 models ranging from 4,000 to 125,000 lbs. to meet customers’ needs in the wood industry.

TechWood reimagines how softwood lumber and panels should be protected from fire, mold, termites and decay.

terMinal foreSt productS 631 drai@terminalforest.com; (604) 717-1246; terminalforest.com

Manufacturer of premium western red cedar and Douglas fir tiMBer productS co. 326 kconroy@timberproducts.com; (541) 5154073; timberproducts.com

Founded in 1918, Timber Products produces a diversified range of wood products. Best known for its hardwood plywood, the company is committed to environmental sustainability and offers a fully integrated approach to manufacturing with eight manufacturing facilities, an import division, and a nationwide logistics and transportation division.

The new COMBi-CB15-5E electric forklift is the most compact 15,500 lbs counterbalance truck on the market. It is loaded with a host of features that greatly enhance operator comfort, including excellent all-round visibility, independent electric traction and our newly developed Auto Swivel Seat which intelligently swivels 15O in the direction of travel.

To find out how Combilift can help you unlock every inch of your storage space.

The easiest way to manage your complex storage and handling needs is to leave them to us.

Amazing performance, extensive battery life and unrivalled ergonomics combined with all the advantages of the Combi-CB range make the CB15-5E the most powerful, compact multidirectional forklift yet.

tiMBer productS inSpection 223 thippchen@tpinspection.com; (770) 7854785; www.tpinspection.com

TP is the largest accredited agency under ALSC for lumber, treating and WPM auditing programs. From professional field inspections to in-depth laboratory testing, TP offers solutions that move your business forward

tiva BuildinG productS 241 akaashi@tivabp.com; www.tivabp.com

TIVA Building Products is a Canadian, family-run business dedicated to creating premium and innovative building products for dream outdoor spaces.

tolko MarketinG & SaleS 716 tolko@tolko.com; (250) 545-4411; www. tolko.com

Tolko is a family-owned wood products company with over 65 years of experience producing lumber, plywood, OSB and EWP for global markets

toM’S Quality Millwork & HardwoodS 246 tony.fleischman@tqmillwork.com; (920) 533-4860; www.tqmillwork.com

Manufacturer of hardwood mouldings, S4S boards, veneered jambs, and stair parts.

tradepoint atlantic llc 204 kking@tradepointatlantic.com; (240) 3752870; www.tradepointatlantic.com

A 3,300-acre global logistics center, featuring an unmatched combination of access to deepwater berths, rail and highways.

tri-State luMBer 747 tmcnutt@tristatelumber.net; (662) 8622125; www.homanindustries.com

To continue profitable sustainable growth in the forest products industry by developing strategic alliances with quality partners.

triad foreSt productS ltd 604 alex@triadforestproducts.com; (604) 9513808; www.triadforestproducts.com

triMJoiSt corp 242 mkhawkins@trimjoist.com; (800) 8448281, Ext. 711; www.trimjoist.com

TrimJoist brings together the best features of an I-joist and an open web floor truss to form trimmable floor trusses—in depths of 117/8”, 14”, 16” 18’ and 20”, with spans ranging from 4’ to 32’ in 2-ft. increments.

tripp luMBer inc 304 ryan@tripplumber.com; (800) 457-9706; www.tripplumber.com

Remanufacturer in Missoula, Mt., specializing in pattern stock and textures.

tS ManufacturinG co. 424 sales@tsman.com; (705) 324-3762; www. tsman.com

TS Manufacturing designs, builds and installs world-class equipment for sawmill & lumber handling companies worldwide.

u-c coatinGS, llc 411 chris@uccoatings.com; uccoatings.com

U-C Coatings is a worldwide leader in the

outdoor wood protection. We have been in business for over 50 years and have a growing family of products.

union pacific railroad 315 jkmartik@up.com; (503) 249-2710; www. up.com

Union Pacific Railroad is North America’s premier railroad franchise, covering 23 states across the western two-thirds of the U.S.

valutec wood dryerS inc 559 robert.weithofer@valutec.se; (778) 8683695

With almost 100 years of experience and more than 6,000 high quality and capacity timber drying kiln installations delivered, Valutec is a world leader.

verSatex BuildinG productS 511 dknepper@versatex.com; (724) 857-1111; www.versatex.com

Versatex Building Products is dedicated to cellular PVC products, and we are leaders in innovation, quality and sustainability. Our products are strong, durable, lightweight and easy to install. The products are resistant to moisture and insects and capable of belowgrade installation. With Versatex, your possibilities are endless

vudlande Mill 501 erik.nielsen@vudlande.lv; 371-2638-6984; www.vudlande.lv

The Vudlande Sawmill is a #2 certified European softwood lumber producer, whose main focus is on the construction, roofing, landscaping and packaging industries.

watkinS SawMillS ltd.

222 troy@watkinsawmills.com; (604) 4627116; www.watkinsawmills.com

Manufactured/sourced exterior products—roofing, shakes & shingles, western red cedar. Fire treatment, preservative treatment.

weaBer luMBer 725 dgrier@weaberlumber.com; (800) 7459663, Ext. 247; www.weaberlumber.com

Weaber is one of the largest hardwood lumber producers in the nation—a leader in flooring, wall boards, mouldings, and more.

weSt Bay foreSt productS 506 diond@westbaygroup.com; (604) 8812850; www.westbaygroup.com

West Bay Forest Products offers a wide variety of western red cedar products, including decking, fascia, siding, trim, pattern stock, dimension, timbers, fencing, and more.

weStern foreSt productS 524, 823 jfilenko@westernforest.com; (604) 6484642; www.westernforest.com

Western Forest Products is a margin-focused log and lumber company committed to building a profitable and globally competitive forest products business

weStern red cedar luMBer aSSn. 504 kavelman@realcedar.com; (604) 891-1262; www.realcedar.com

The voice of the western red cedar industry representing manufacturers, distributors and supply chain partners. We seek to inspire, inform and educate discerning consumers, builders and architects about western red cedar.

weStern wood productS aSSociation 532 kcheung@wwpa.org; (503) 306-3471; www. wwpa.org

Trade association for lumber manufacturers in the U.S. West. We are an accredited western lumber rules writing and inspection agency for grade-stamping, product support, and business information

weStlake royal BuildinG productS 634 agnes.zarska@royalbuildingproducts.com; (905) 266-1130

Manufacturer of building products, including siding & accessories, trim & mouldings, roofing, stone, windows and outdoor living

weStlaM induStrieS ltd. 748 tonyl@westlam.com; (604) 888-2894; www. westlam.com

Westlam Industries is a world-renowned overlay plywood manufacturer, specializing in concrete form MDO and HDO, general purpose MDO, and construction grade plywood.

weSton wood SolutionS 734 mbravo@westonwoodsolutions.com; (905) 667-9120; www.westonwoodsolutions.com

Global supply chain specialists of millwork such as moldings, primed boards, flats, frames, nickel gap, in multiple materials including FJ, MDF and composite.

winSton plywood & veneer 249 www.winstonplywood.com

woodGrain luMBer 510 jwilford@woodgrain.com; (208) 477-5057; www.woodgrain.com

Woodgrain is one of the largest millwork and distribution companies with five sawmills producing hardwood and softwood lumber

woodtone 558 tessf@woodtone.com; (604) 997-3757; www.woodtone.com

Industry leaders of interior and exterior building products for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. Trusted industry partner for over 45 years

weyerHaeuSer 647 melinda.stiefel@weyerhaeuser.com; (206) 539-4317; www.weyerhaeuser.com

Weyerhaeuser is committed to growing your business. From start to finish, we can help you learn, solve problems, and improve your team’s performance and profitability.

wildwood tradinG Group 207 akingsley@wildwoodtg.com; www.wildwoodtg.com

Wildwood specializes in sales and distribution of high-quality lumber products and is the exclusive sales agent for Vaagen Brothers Lumber, a prominent and trusted name in dimension lumber, MSR and studs.

yeSler 515 shuson@goyelser.com; (206) 231-0565; www.goyesler.com

Yesler makes cool software for lumber traders. We create tools that traders use to increase their capacity, make more trades, and make more money

zip-o-loG MillS inc.

415 joeh@zipolog.com; (541) 393-3307; www. zipolog.com

Our professional operators utilize the latest in technology to manufacture the highest of quality in both solid sawn timbers and glulam beams. Our teams excel to the highest standards.

– All listings were based on exhibitor submissions as of press time or previous year’s information.

2023 NAWLA Traders Market Product Finder

Associations & Exhibitions

Association (CLA) Convention, first held in 1908, was revamped and restarted in 2013 by four industry associations in Eastern Canada: the Maritime Lumber Bureau (MLB), the Ontario Forest Industry Association (OFIA), the Québec Forest Industry Council (QFIC) and the Québec Wood Export Bureau (QWEB).

We hope to see you in Montréal next year!

Established in 1933, the Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association (NELMA) is the rules writing agency for eastern white pine lumber and the grading authority for the SPFs-grouping of species that includes the Eastern Spruces, Balsam Fir, and Red Pine.

The next Montréal Wood Convention will take place on April 9-11, 2024 at the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth in Montréal.

After a record-breaking year of participation in 2023, the MWC team is looking forward to seeing you again next year for an actionpacked three-day event in the beautiful city of Montréal.

As always, the MWC provides a rich program including the trade show, conferences on key topics, and tons of networking opportunities. The detailed program will be announced later this fall.

The Montréal Wood Convention is the largest event in Canada for the wood products industry, with a typical attendance of around 1,000 delegates from North America and overseas.

The Montréal Wood Convention has continued to grow in popularity since its inception, despite a hiatus due to the global pandemic of COVID-19. Each year, the varied program and the quality of participating companies reflect the latest market trends and the many changes in the industry.

The event, which has its roots in the Canadian Lumbermen’s

NELMA is one of six agencies in the U.S. and Canada that publishes rules for lumber grading used by the industry. The association is a non-profit organization with member mills located in the Great Lakes and Northeastern regions that manufacture over 1.5 billion bd. ft. of lumber in construction and appearance product grades. NELMA’s staff includes 12 inspectors that provide quality control assistance to help ensure on-grade lumber is being sold in the marketplace. NELMA is a leading agency for export wood packaging certification and the marketing voice for the wood products industry in the Northeast and Great Lakes.

Go to www.nelma.org for an extensive library of resources that will assist in the sale and use of wood products manufactured by NELMA’s mills.

Consulting & Training

Marine panels at the top of their game

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Credit & Insurance

Blue Book serviCes 425

huB international 332

Pennsylvania luMBerMens Mutual insuranCe 335

PLM [Booth 335]

In the lumber and wood products industry where any one loss can be significant, having the right coverage in place to protect your business is essential.

As the oldest and largest mutual insurance company dedicated to the wood products and building material industries, Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM) has long served our industry’s business owners with the expertise and solutions they need to protect their facilities, people, and operations.

Partnering with a specialty insurer can be invaluable as we have extensive knowledge related to lumber risks and exposures. We take our years of expertise and data to work with our customers to figure out how to improve their overall safety conditions, and provide them with valuable, industry-specific knowledge and resources to protect their operations.

We’ve been doing this for over 128 years and continue to take steps to improve, enhance, and expand our offerings. Through our in-house brokerage, Green Tree Risk Partners, we can provide our customers a more complete insurance solution with the addition of quality workers’ compensation coverage to the broad offerings from PLM.

As our industry continues to combat major challenges, including inflation, labor shortages, and new emerging risks, PLM is committed to innovation to ensure our capabilities match the needs of our customers and provide them with quality coverage and risk management services. When looking to meet your facility’s insurance and safety needs, make sure to consider knowledge and experience. In turn, you’ll not only secure comprehensive coverage, but a partner in your company’s future.

Data & Information

526 Media GrouP 340

Blue Book serviCes 425

BPd–BuildinG ProduCts diGest 340

fastMarkets 557

forest eConoMiC advisors 622

MerChant MaGazine, the 340

softWood forest ProduCts Buyer 516

Decking

asPen Planers ltd. 303

avon PlastiCs 617

BieWer luMBer, llC 358

dakeryn industries ltd. 706

ColuMBia Cedar 700

everWood PreservinG, inC. 727

huMBoldt saWMill CoMPany, llC 513

hy Mark Wood 342

idaho forest GrouP 704

MCshan luMBer Co. 334

nova usa Wood 527

oldCastle, aPG (Moistureshield) 327

Pin foundations, inC. (diaMond Pier) 627

PorCuPine Wood ProduCts ltd. 404

saWarne luMBer Co. ltd. 456

stiMson luMBer Co. 605

sunset MouldinG 330

teal Jones GrouP, the 755

tiva BuildinG ProduCts 241

tri-state luMBer 747

West Bay forest ProduCts 506

Western forest ProduCts 524

Westlake royal BuildinG ProduCts 634

Engineered Wood

Boise CasCade Wood ProduCts-GlulaM BeaMs 346

Boozer laMinated BeaM Co 702

freres enGineered Wood 512

Metsa Wood usa 500

MurPhy CoMPany 247

nordiC struCtures 643

PaCifiC Wood laMinates/south Coast luMBer 235

PaCifiC WoodteCh CorP 230

PinkWood ltd. 227

PollMeier Massivholz GMBh + Co. kG 231

restoration forest 427

rosBoro 331

roseBurG forest ProduCts 710

triMJoist CorP. 242

Western forest ProduCts 524

Weyerhaeuser 647

ziP-o-loG Mills inC. 415

by expert craftsmen, every BoozerBeam is quality-inspected by APA–The Engineered Wood Association—the measure of excellence in the engineered wood products industry.

Boozer’s strong customer relationships, professional team and superior products are the core ingredients to not only our success, but also, and more importantly, to the success of those they serve. Its product line consists of 1.6E, 1.8E, 1.9E and 2.1E beams; combination 48 & 50 columns; treated beams and columns; fire-retardant coated beams and columns.

Pacific Wood Laminates [Booth 235]

logo and have created versions that combine the two, which will be portrayed most often in our marketing materials.

We have implemented a handful of major capital improvement upgrades within the last year to help maximize our efficiencies. Two of the most significant projects have been installed in our plywood plant: a new auto plugger and veneer dryer. Pacific Wood Laminates is the first mill in the world to have artificial intelligence in its scanning systems within both the veneer and plywood plants. This technology provides greater accuracy and consistency for clipping solutions on the green end with repetitive scanning at the dryer.

Along with our continued reinvestment in our technology and equipment, we are making the same investments in our people, our top priority. We have implemented the largest wage increase we have seen across the board to stay competitive and ensure that our employees can take care of themselves and their family members. We have also revisited our job bidding procedures to emphasize the importance we place on promoting within the company. This allows employees to advance into higher-paying roles, gain new skills, and even move to a different department if they want to learn a new product line.

Stop by our booth at NAWLA this year, where our plywood sales manager, Rob Rowe (robr@socomi.com), and a few other team members will proudly answer any additional questions about our company. For more information, visit www.socomi.com.

Under the reputable SOCOMI brand, we proudly provide over 500 reliable family-wage jobs for our local communities. To shed light on all that we do, we have reconfigured our branding to communicate that South Coast Lumber and Pacific Wood Laminates are under the same ownership. We have incorporated the SOCOMI text into each primary

PWT Treated LVL is the only manufactured Treated LVL on the market, offering superior strength and uniformity. It utilizes TRUCORE technology, a heat press system evenly distributes treatment chemicals throughout the wood for lasting durability. This process creates a durable product that is protected against damage caused by fungal rot, decay, and wood-destroying insects. PWT Treated LVL is suitable for both interior and exterior usage, with a 25-year limited

The product is designed for forward-thinking deck builders who use modern composite decking as PWT Treated LVL is a logical complement in high-performance substructure material. The product spans further and doesn’t require crowning joists, making it structurally superior for better builds. PWT Treated LVL can be installed in any environment, including high-humidity environments along coastlines and lakes. The product prioritizes durability and resilience to withstand a variety of environmental conditions.

extensive network of distributors ensures Rosboro X-Beam can be delivered same or next-day in most markets.

Rosboro’s service and support set us apart from other glulam producers. We have representatives in the field to work directly with you and your customers. We do whatever it takes to ensure your success with our products, be it working with specifiers, consulting on jobsite issues, or educating your sales team. For the more difficult technical challenges, we even have a licensed Structural Engineer on staff.

Rosboro also manufactures high-quality Douglas fir dimension and stud lumber.

Learn more at www.rosboro.com.

Fasteners

avon PlastiCs/turBoCliP 617

Maze nails 357

nova usa Wood 527

Maze Nails continues to be the largest manufacturer of specialty nails, supplying U.S. and Canadian customers with many millions of pounds of nails annually.

Maze has been helping build America for 175 years. Since the very beginning, our sole mission has been to provide top quality specialty nails—100% Made in the USA.

everWood PreservinG, inC. 727

huMBoldt saWMill CoMPany, llC 513

idaho tiMBer 300

Jh husCroft ltd. 216

PorCuPine Wood ProduCts ltd. 404

sierra PaCifiC industries 355

stiMson luMBer Co. 605

tolko MarketinG & sales 716

tri-state luMBer 747

West Bay forest ProduCts 506

Finishing & Coatings

deCk sourCe inC. (Cutek) 731

nova usa Wood 527

PPG industries 217

teal Jones GrouP, the 755

u-C CoatinGs, llC 411

Grading & Testing

northeastern luMBer ManufaCturers assn. 233

PaCifiC luMBer insPeCtion Bureau 623

tiMBer ProduCts insPeCtion 223

Western Wood ProduCts assoCiation 532

Since we are domestically manufactured in Peru, Il., we have a warehouse full of nails ready for immediate shipment! Maze is the exclusive manufacturer of StormGuard Double Hot-Dipped Galvanized Nails with a lifetime warranty against red rust. In addition to galvanized nails, we manufacture a full line of stainless steel, copper and aluminum nails. Look for our bright yellow boxes of hand driven nails, as well as our universally compatible wire and plastic collated coil and stick pneumatic nails.

Trust the leader in Specialty Nails—Maze Nails!

Fencing

asPen Planers ltd. 303

BieWer luMBer, llC 358

CaPital forest ProduCts 600

diGGer sPeCialties, inC. 311

Founded in 1903, Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau (PLIB) is a non-profit, lumber and wood products inspection and certification agency. We provide lumber-grading and grade-stamping services to the lumber industry along with a wide range of other inspection and certification services for wood-products manufacturers to over 450 facilities in Europe and North America, including Heat Treatment (HT), ISPM 15 Wood Packaging, CE Marking, Glulam, Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), Wood Trusses and WUI registration. PLIB member mills produced over 8 billion board feet of softwood lumber for the North American market and over 20 million board feet of glulam products.

In addition to its signature services, PLIB also publishes the Standard Grading Rules for West Coast & Imported Softwood Lumber, No. 18, 2022 for the North American market and the Export R-List Grading and Dressing Rules for export lumber.

PLIB is accredited by the American Lumber Standard Committee (ALSC), the Canadian Lumber Standard Accreditation Board (CLSAB),

and the International Accreditation Service (IAS).

In January 2019, PLIB merged operations with the West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau (WCLIB) and with it, the American Institute of Timber Construction (AITC), retaining both the WCLIB and AITC trademarks.

PLIB is headquartered in Federal Way, Wa., with offices in Canada and Europe. Call (253) 835-3344 (U.S.) or (604) 732-1782 (Canada), or email: info@plib.org to learn more about what PLIB can do for you. Website: www.plib.org.

Hardwoods

atlanta hardWood CorP. 317

Baillie luMBer – riPPinG division 226

CersosiMo luMBer Co. inC. 313

Collins 433

Gates MillinG 723

hunt forest ProduCts, llC 215

irvinG forest ProduCts, inC. 254

natural trade ltd. 323

nova usa Wood 527

PollMeier Massivholz GMBh + Co. kG 231

toM’s Quality MillWork & hardWoods 246

WeaBer luMBer 725

Housewrap/Insulation

avenex CoatinG teChnoloGies 654

Lumber (Asia)

natural trade ltd. 323

Lumber (Canada–Eastern)

BuChanan sales 717

GoodfelloW inC. 603

GrouP leBel 715

interfor 432

irvinG forest ProduCts, inC. 254

resolute forest ProduCts 205

Lumber (Canada–Western)

asPen Planers ltd. 303

BPWood ltd 615

BraMWood forest inC 742

Canfor 406

Central Cedar ltd 214

ColuMBia Cedar 700

dakeryn industries ltd. 706

delta Cedar sPeCialties 426

furtado forest ProduCts ltd 502

GilBert sMith forest ProduCts ltd 255

GoodfelloW inC 603

GorMan Bros luMBer 455

haMPton luMBer sales 431

interfor 432

Jazz forest ProduCts 206

Jh husCroft ltd. 216

leslie forest ProduCts ltd. 610

Weaber’s Prefinished Solid Oak Slat Wall brings the natural beauty of hardwood indoors.

Add dimension and elegance to your interior with our beautiful, Prefinished Solid Oak Slats. Their warm, natural color and simple lines will instantly elevate your contemporary décor. Use them to create a stunning architectural feature with a designer look. Easily build an accent wall by installing them vertically, horizontally or on a diagonal. Our solid oak slats can be used to enhance small spaces and doors or add a layer of texture to furniture pieces. They are uniform in size and color. You choose the spacing that best achieves your desired result.

Inspired by Mid-Century aesthetic our slats are made from Solid Oak sourced from the Appalachian region of the United States. The smooth, prefinished surface with a UV coating is Solvent-Free with Zero-VOC’s. This coating also enhances the wood’s color while eliminating the need for staining and sealing. A time-saver for the beginner and the seasoned installer.

• Solid oak

• Actual size: 1/4”x1-1/2”x36”

• 37 slats per carton

• 1 qty. 3/4” spacer

• Covers 20.625 sq. ft. with 3/4” spacing.

liGnuM forest ProduCts 726

MerCer tiMBer ProduCts 200

olyMPiC industries ulC 633

PaCifiC Western Wood Works ltd. 423

PartaP forest ProduCts ltd. 523

PoWer Wood CorP 111

PreCision Cedar 116

ProByn GrouP 202

r a. Green luMBer 507

resolute forest ProduCts 205

san GrouP 612

sidCa tradinG ltd. 413

teal Jones GrouP, the 755

terMinal forest ProduCts 631

tolko MarketinG & sales 716

triad forest ProduCts ltd. 604

West Bay forest ProduCts 506

Western forest ProduCts 524

Partap Forest Products is a primary manufacturer of Pacific Hemfir and western red cedar products. As a family-owned and operated business, Partap thrives on its commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction. Throughout our many years in business, we have invested in ourselves to better serve the needs of our customers in all product markets including but not limited to siding/fascia, decking, fencing, appearance grade timbers, export clears, and export dimensional products.

West Bay Forest Products

[Booth 506]

ing and edge-gluing solid cedar to achieve desired lengths. It performs comparably to solid cedar, is even more stable over time, and looks great too.

For more information, please check out our new website: www.westbayforestproducts.com.

Western Forest Products [Booth 524]

West Bay Forest Products has been big on cedar since 1988. In fact, for the past 35 years, we’ve focused nearly entirely on western red cedar. Our business is built on it.

From the very beginning, we’ve prioritized honesty, loyalty and communication with our customers, all while delivering high-quality cedar products. While we’ve had to adapt to the market, that commitment will never change.

Over the years, West Bay has underwent transformative changes to better position ourselves in the market, but cedar remains our cornerstone. We now control our own fiber supply—namely owning our own sawmills and remanufacturing facilities. This comprehensive approach allows us to oversee the entire manufacturing process from log to lumber, paving the way for timely order fulfillment and unmatched consistency in cuts and finishes. This level of control also allows us to offer tailored patterns and dimensions, giving customers improved flexibility in their sales programs.

West Bay has also complemented our offering of top-quality solid cedar by introducing West Bay NextGen Cedar to our product lineup. NextGen Cedar is an engineered cedar product crafted by fingerjoint-

Western Forest Products is emerging as a leader in the branded wood products sector. Wood building material is, typically, an unbranded product category. Piles of manufactured wood often sit facelessly next to each other, with little obvious distinction between quality, sourcing or company reputation. Western has introduced a new branding approach which makes it easy for professionals to confidently identify and choose products they trust when purchasing through their valued distribution partners.

WFP TRUESTYLE: The premier brand for natural wood siding, soffits, decking, trim & fascia and outdoor living products, TRUESTYLE is ideal for the customer requiring uncompromising appearance and quality while staying true to their individual style.

WFP COAST TIMBERS: As the leading brand in pacific softwood appearance grade timbers, customers rely on COAST TIMBERS for outdoor living, interior architecture and industrial projects.

Builders, architects, homeowners and other customers across the globe have been choosing Western’s specialty wood products for their beauty, durability and environmental benefits.

Visit the updated Products section of our website for more details including inspiration, product specification, where to buy, and more. Product specification sheets are available for download, along with high-quality CAD files and resources for professionals.

To learn more, visit westernforest.com

Lumber (Europe)

hs tiMBer GrouP GMBh 514

natural trade ltd. 323

PollMeier Massivholz GMBh + Co. kG 231 skaraBorGs traforadlinG 733

sodra usa, inC. 135

vudlande Mill 501

Lumber (NZ/South America)

arauCo 310

ClayMark usa 430

CM Maderera 125

CMPC usa 616

luMin forest ProduCts llC 234

natural trade ltd. 323

PreCision luMBer Co 607

tauPo Wood solutions 503

Lumber (U.S.–East)

durGin & CroWell luMBer 454

hanCoCk luMBer Co 401

irvinG forest ProduCts, inC. 254

Johnson luMBer Co. llC 606

roBBins luMBer inC. 414

planing mills, remanufacturing center, 170,000 sq. ft. of warehouse. The company’s general offices are located at the original main mill site in Searsmont. We are an ISO 9001-9002 certified company.

Robbins Lumber takes pride in its safety record, employee tenure, and employee benefits.

Lumber (U.S.–Midwest)

BieWer luMBer, llC 358

Lumber (U.S.–South)

BieWer luMBer, llC 358

BirMinGhaM international forest ProduCts 407

Canfor 406

fCtG (forest City tradinG GrouP) 635

the highest-quality, environmentally responsible products and services. Services include paper wrap, half packs, NS rail service and extended shipping hours. Its company-owned timberland is certified under both FSC and SFI standards, and is one of the few SYP producers offering FSC certification on all its products.

harriGan luMBer Co. 732

idaho tiMBer 300

interfor 432

lasalle luMBer Co. 213

Mason forest ProduCts 244

The company also takes pride in its knowledgeable sales staff. In April Alex Darrah took on the position of sales manager, as B. Manning took a step back after over 40 years in the role. The company also recently added Sarah Welch to the team to head up marketing.

Offering customers fully sustainable eastern white pine on time and with a personal touch is what Durgin & Crowell thrives to do. With over 30 million bd. ft. of production and a modern manufacturing facility in Springfield, N.H., the company is one of the largest eastern white pine manufacturers in New England and supplies a wide range of patterns and grades standardized by the Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association.

Lumber (U.S.–Midwest)

bieWer lumber, llC 1006

Wanting to design a line of pre-coated, UV-cured eastern white pine paneling products that make the warmth of wood easy, safe, practical and affordable, the company manufactured Enhance by Durgin & Crowell. Panels come into a room ready to go, reducing installation time by days, and allowing their customers to enjoy the site sooner with less mess, assuring volatile compounds from toxic chemicals never enter the home.

Lumber (U.S.–South)

beasley Forest ProduCts 402

bieWer lumber, llC 1006

Cal-teX lumber Co. 838

CanFor 709

GeorGia PaCiFiC 509

hood industries 843

Robbins Lumber Company is a five-generation family-owned company established in 1881. We specialize in producing top quality eastern white pine products. Our mills are located in East Baldwin, Hancock, Sanford and Searsmont, Me. We own and manage over 30,000 acres of forests and buy logs from over 150 independent loggers and employ over 250 hardworking Maine men and women.

idaho timber 601

interFor 715

klausner tradinG usa inC. 904

lanGdale industries 231

mason Forest ProduCts 424

634

MCshan luMBer Co 334

“At Westervelt Lumber, we understand that you’re not just building—you’re building your future. Start with our lumber— high quality and sustainably produced, it’s the most dependable product available. Our family of employees works hard to bring you a quality product so you can spend quality time with your family and friends.”

PotlatChdeltiC CorP. 522

rex luMBer Co. 224

roseBurG forest ProduCts 710

royoMartin 354

tri-state luMBer 747

Weyerhaeuser 647

Westervelt Lumber Company

Lumber (U.S.–West)

alta Forest ProduCts, llC 120

bennett lumber ProduCts 600

The Westervelt Company is one of the most enduring, respected and trusted names in the forest products sector. Its vertical integration means that they are involved through every step of the process, from their seedling nursery in Alabama, where more than nine million seedlings are grown each year, to the company-owned forests where the land is managed in a way that produces high quality timber in a sustainable way, to the lumber mills where nothing less than outstanding quality is acceptable.

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Milling operations are located on the four sites and include a 8.5MW co-generation plant, 900,000-bd. ft. kilns, computerized sawmills,

boise CasCade Wood ProduCts 731

C&d lumber Co 411 Collins 730

With more than 50 years of lumber manufacturing experience, Westervelt Lumber produces a wide variety of high-performance products made from southern yellow pine for domestic and international markets. Logs are responsibly sourced from well-managed companyowned and privately-owned forests in the region.

Quality and sustainability are synonymous with the future and growth of the company. Westervelt Lumber is part of the integrated

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forest sector that provides a natural solution to climate change. While strengthening their commitment to sustainable forests, they are also continuing to expand operations. With demand continuing to increase for exceptional lumber produced by Westervelt Lumber, expansion to the flagship facility in Moundville, Al., will be complete by the end of 2023. The Thomasville facility came online in 2021, strategically located within our working forest footprint.

Providing high-quality lumber is what Westervelt does best, but what sets them apart is their dedicated, personal customer service. The lumber sales team ensures that customer needs are met and expectations are exceeded. They can be reached at (800) 633-5963 or www. WesterveltLumber.com.

Lumber (U.S.–West)

Bennett luMBer ProduCts, inC. 301

Boise CasCade Wood ProduCts-PlyWood/luMBer 348

BoWers forest ProduCts/WoodWay 525

BriGht Wood CorP. 533

C&d luMBer Co. 530

Collins 433

elk Creek forest ProduCts 554

eMPire luMBer Co. 534

fCtG (forest City tradinG GrouP) 635

f.h. stoltze land & luMBer 302

freres enGineered Wood 512

haMPton luMBer sales 431

huMBoldt saWMill CoMPany, llC 513

hy Mark Wood 342

idaho forest GrouP 704

idaho tiMBer 300

interfor 432

neiMan enterPrises, inC. 743

PaCifiC Wood laMinates/south Coast luMBer 235

PotlatChdeltiC CorP 522

restoration forest 427

roseBurG forest ProduCts 710

saWarne luMBer Co ltd 456

sierra forest ProduCts 713

sierra PaCifiC industries 355

silver valley forest ProduCts 306

stiMson luMBer Co. 605

sWanson GrouP 630

triPP luMBer inC. 304

Weyerhaeuser 647

WildWood tradinG GrouP 207

WoodGrain 510

ziP-o-loG Mills inC. 415

Bennett Lumber Products’ production of quality dimension lumber—Douglas fir, white fir, Engelmann spruce, lodgepole pine, Idaho white pine, inland red cedar, and ponderosa pine—reaches 180 MMBF annually. Based in Princeton, Id., the company has approximately 70,000 acres of forestland in northern Idaho and eastern Washington.

A producer of dimensional lumber, industrial lumber and lumber patterns, Bennett is committed to providing quality products and sound environmental practices every day. The family-owned company has two mills—one in Princeton, Id., and one in Clarkston, Wa., both designed for efficiency, safety and production. The company works to provide high-quality lumber products while practicing sustainable land management principles with its main forestry goal that aims to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.

Established in 1999 by Jeff and Cheryll Bowers, Bowers Forest Products, Beavercreek, Or., fulfilled a need in lumber remanufacturing, and for more than 20 years has produced and distributed specialty wood products across the United States. We operate our company with honesty and integrity, and our customers see the difference.

Bowers Forest Products offers a variety of products. Our primary offering includes cedar planter boxes for the nursery industry, construction/survey lath, tile-battens, furring strips, pallet/crating material, blocks for the wood truss industry, lattice panels, garden trellis, post caps, tongue and groove boards, and deck balusters. To produce such a diverse product line, we purchase between 600-800 truckloads of lumber annually. Other services include custom remanufacturing, kiln drying, planing, trimming, and ripping and resawing.

Bowers Forest Products is also excited to continue expanding the Woodway line of products. “Woodway Products is known to be high-end and has a great following. We are excited to expand this line into other

distribution channels and have recently added an additional distributor who is covering the Pacific Northwest.

The Bowers continue to reinvest in their business with state-of-theart equipment and in 2023, added a Weinig Moulder, a Nyle-controlled dry box, and a Hain Vented Truss Block machine. “Historically, Bowers Forest Products has built their reputation on service, shipping time, and quality products. We want to maintain that while reorganizing the administrative side of our business. All of this is to expand the volume of what we are doing with our existing product.”

if left untreated. C&D’s decking is available S4S, as 2x4s, 2x6s, 2x8s and various lengths and grades, including Appearance.

Larger incense cedar logs are used to mill C&D’s precision-milled timbers. Gorgeous for inside or out, these timbers are a hit for architectural features signature homes and buildings. The timbers are available in various sizes in a rough band-sawn texture for exposed applications.

C&D also produces 2” lumber in dimensional grades that buyers repeatedly choose because of its low shrinkage and workability, plus all the reasons it wins other product categories. These types of products are ideal for remanufacturing and low-cost decking as well.

Those looking for a distinct outdoor product for steps, raised beds and features love the pecky landscape timbers C&D produces from incense cedar. These 100% natural timbers are an environment friendly alternative to toxic pressure-treated timbers, particularly in locations for children, pets or food production.

Beyond its products, C&D is a valued supplier because of its endurance in the industry, and diligent customer service and competitive pricing.

Forest City Trading Group [Booth 635]

Forest City Trading Group (FCTG) is comprised of 13 subsidiaries which complement each other with their unique sets of expertise and combined nationwide coverage. We work with the lumber and building products industries forging strategic connections between customers and sellers.

FCTG is striving to modernize the wholesale distributor experience to benefit everyone in the industry—those who are buying, selling, or sit somewhere in between. Our industry expertise allows us to know when and where to innovate, and our global view enables us to see ahead, pioneer new markets and help innovative products and services to find channel opportunities.

As FCTG subsidiaries speak to both customers and suppliers, we have a uniquely broad and holistic view of the market, which enables us to share the most up-to-date market information. FCTG effectively connects buyers and sellers by having a complete picture of what’s selling, what’s not, and what’s needed by whom.

Every trade FCTG sets up plays a role in the success of suppliers, customers, and FCTG itself. That’s why FCTG invests in hiring and training world-class talent who are always able to get things done. The tenacity of FCTG’s traders keeps inventory moving and projects progressing on-time and in-budget. We take risks and stay nimble to match the right products with the right markets and are experts at finding the right and most honorable solution to suit everyone.

At C&D Lumber Co., incense cedar has been an instrumental part of our century old history. At times supply can be limited, but fortunately we currently have an ample supply that will carry you into the 2024 building season. Incense cedar boasts dimensional stability, extreme durability and earns top marks in checking, warping, insulation value and even paint-holding (though trust us, it’s too pretty to paint). It grows slowly and in limited locations, making it a unique species to the West Coast and thanks to sustainable harvesting in partnership with its sister timber company, Silver Butte Timber, and other log suppliers, C&D Lumber has been able to offer incense cedar products for many years.

Because of its durability and aesthetic appeal, the vast majority of the incense cedar that C&D secures is cut into decking. Its fine, uniform grain makes it a crowd-pleaser, and its price remains competitive with western red cedar. The oils that give incense cedar its trademark clean scent serve as all-natural preservatives, helping it stand up for years even

Humboldt Sawmill Company manufactures and distributes a full range of top-quality redwood and Douglas-fir dimensional lumber, timbers, and uppers certified to the standards of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC C013133).

Contact us to learn more about our redwood and Douglas-fir product lines and to place your stock and special orders.

perform forest restoration work at scale within the national forests of northern Arizona.

Arizona has experienced multiple catastrophic wildfires and over the last two decades with more that 1.47 million acres of natural forests having been destroyed, roughly the size of the entire Grand Canyon National Park.

Wildfires are fueled by understory such as brush and smaller trees. The fires have become more destructive and dangerous to fight as forests have become increasingly overgrown. Restoration Forest Products’ forest restoration process can safely and responsibly thin the forest floors which creates a healthier ecosystem and mitigates wildfire threats and post-wildfire destruction. Ultimately, it also makes room for larger, healthier trees to thrive.

Over the last number of years, Restoration Forest has developed a vertically integrated approach to restoring forests at scale by converting the unique log diet into a wide variety of board products. The approach has been necessary to first and foremost create a business model that could effectively combat the effects of frequent wildfires while still converting the available resources into environmentally sustainable wood products.

Solid lumber as well as fingerjointed and edge-glued stock will be offered in S4S, pattern stock and a variety of surface textures. Common products include trim, fascia, siding and paneling.

At Neiman’s, we’re proud to be a fourth-generation family-owned business, established in 1936 in Upton, Wyoming. We are committed to maintaining a healthy forest and integrate sustainability throughout all of our production practices, products and stewardship services—leaving forests in better condition for future generations.

We put the same thought and care into all of our products. Neiman Premium Studs are sustainable and stable and are an essential component of any construction project, providing a strong framework for walls, ceilings and other structures. Made from high-quality lumber, they are carefully graded to ensure they meet or exceed industry standards for strength and durability. We proudly specialize in pine boards providing versatility and durability for all projects. They add warmth and character to any space. Our pine boards are strong and can be cut to size to fit specific needs and projects. They are easy to work with and can be painted, stained or finished to specific specifications. No. 2 and better, No. 3 Common, No. 4 Common.

To learn more about our premium products, visit us at neiman.com and be sure to stop by our booth at Traders Market.

Restoration Forest

As a follow-up to the installation of an engineered wood plant in 2021, Restoration Forest (formerly NewLife Forest Products) is commissioning its new 120 million bd. ft.-a-year sawmill.

The mill will begin producing lumber in October 2023. With the wood products made from its forest restoration efforts in northern Arizona, Restoration Forest sees an increasing demand for its environmentally sourced board products both in solid and engineered forms. The new sawmill, dry kilns, and planer will allow Restoration Forest to

Restoration Forest is a member of the Western Wood Products Association (WWPA), ensuring its ponderosa pine products are inspected regularly to ensure consistent quality.

Lumber Wrap & Tags

avenex CoatinG teChnoloGies 654

flexPak CorP 359

koBaWala 703

PolyMax, inC. 458

Material Handling /Equipment

Brunner hildeBrand luMBer dry kiln 412

CoMBilift usa llC 211

koP-Coat ProteCtion ProduCts 322

nyle dry kilns 403

sii dry kilns 649

sunBelt raCk/Ct darnell ConstruCtion 314

taylor MaChine Works, inC. 201

tradePoint atlantiC llC 204

ts ManufaCturinG Co. 424

valuteC Wood dryers inC. 559

Combilift [Booth 211]

New! The Combi-CB15-5E

The materials handling specialist Combilift is marking 25 years in business by introducing a number of new models in 2023. The CombiCB15-5E is a further addition to Combilift’s ever-growing range of electric models which offer powerful performance, extensive battery life and unrivalled ergonomics.

It boasts the distinction of being the shortest 15,500-lb. capacity counterbalance truck on the market whilst also featuring multidirectional ability and excellent maneuverability. This will be of particular benefit for companies that deal with long and bulky products such as those in the lumber sector, as it enables the versatile, safer and space saving handling of these loads, even in very confined spaces.

Combilift’s designers have gone to great lengths to ensure that the

RoyOMartin announces $30 million in capital expenditures for modernization projects at the Oakdale and Chopin, Louisiana, manufacturing plants.

RoyOMartin facilities experience no reductions in force or production curtailments throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Giving back to the state, President and COO E. Scott Poole serves on the Louisiana Legislative Advisory Task Force on Economic Recovery.

Expansion of our Texas subsidiary Corrigan OSB, L.L.C., begins with the construction of a second oriented strand board facility near the original site. 2021 was the safest year in RoyOMartin history, even as the company continued full-time operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Last year, the company announced a $95M investment in modernizing its plywood facility. The Land and Timber department marked 15 years of safety and the timberland management operations celebrated 20 years of Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) (FSC-C009079) certification. RoyOMartin and its team members meet annually to plan for another century of quality products and sustainable growth.

latest generation of models is kitted out with top quality components that ensure sophisticated ergonomics for a stress-free in-cab environment. The Combi-CB15-5E is no exception: features in the spacious cab include generous glazing for excellent all-round visibility, the tilting steering column, hydraulic steering and the Grammer MSG65 seat.

The newly developed Auto Swivel Seat is also available as an option. This automatically engages and swivels the seat and armrest 15° to the right or left to accord with the direction of travel selected by the operator—reducing driver strain, particularly when travelling in reverse.

What sets the Combi-CB15-5E apart from other forklifts is its gas strut suspension cab, which uses components such as those found in large-scale industrial machinery with cab suspension. Combined with the super-elastic tires this guarantees the smoothest of rides over uneven or less than perfect ground conditions such as those often encountered in lumberyards.

The internationally patented and Red Dot awarded independent electric traction provides all front and rear drive wheels with 100% traction control. This negates the need for differential lock on slippery surfaces and significantly reduces long load momentum twisting when travelling sideways.

Combilift CEO and co-founder Martin McVicar said: “The increased capacities that we are offering in our electric range will answer the demand for ever more powerful products which at the same time help companies to achieve their aims for more sustainable operations.”

ning, design, and construction of both LBM facilities and retail buildings, as well as site renovations. They work as a general contractor and have provided more rack systems and pre-engineered steel buildings in more lumberyards across the U.S. than any other supplier.

Some examples of efficiencies:

• Jennings Builders Supply & Hardware went from pole barns to T-sheds and in the first year, labor costs decreased by 35%, while sales increased by 20%.

• Southern Lumber & Millwork lost two of their seven acres to a highway expansion but wanted to keep the same number of SKUs. Drive-thru buildings, sheds, and racking systems enabled them to utilize vertical space and retain their inventory.

• Griffin Lumber and Hardware’s new location was not very large, but it needed to function as a lumberyard, a retail store, and a door manufacturing shop. Stack racks minimize the footprint of the door shop and provided efficient handling of the finished products. The layout of the yard, including wide aisles between lumber sheds, keeps materials and shipments moving efficiently.

To learn more about CT Darnell Construction and Sunbelt Rack storage systems, please call (800) 353-0892 or visit CT-Darnell.com and Sunbelt-Rack.com.

Millwork & Trim

arauCo 310

atlanta hardWood CorP. 317

Baillie luMBer – riPPinG division 226

BriGht Wood CorP. 533

ClayMark usa 430

CMPC usa 616

Collins 433

leslie forest ProduCts ltd. 610

louisiana-PaCifiC (lP BuildinG solutions) 400

Matra, inC. 422

MirateC By Jeld-Wen 624

PorCuPine Wood ProduCts ltd. 404

PoWer Wood CorP. 111

Pt interkayu nusantara 316

sierra PaCifiC industries 355

sodra usa, inC 135

sunset MouldinG 330

tauPo Wood solutions 503

toM’s Quality MillWork & hardWoods 246

versatex BuildinG ProduCts 511

WeaBer luMBer 725

West Bay forest ProduCts 506

Western forest ProduCts 524

Westlake royal BuildinG ProduCts 634

WestlaM industries ltd 748

Weston Wood solutions 734

WoodGrain 510

Woodtone 558

When a lumberyard is designed well and outfitted with the right buildings and storage solutions, there are numerous operational gains, or wins, achieved: better flow, better handling, and a better customer experience, along with reduced cull and labor costs.

Yet, many owners don’t realize how much more efficient their yards could be or they assume improvements would be cost-prohibitive. Often, it’s not until circumstances force them to make changes, or they build a yard at a new location, that they appreciate the limitations of their old facilities.

CT Darnell/Sunbelt Rack has built close to 1,500 buildings and worked on over 1,000 lumberyards. Their offerings include site plan-

CMPC USA [Booth 616]

CMPC is a global, family-owned company, with 100+ years of history in the forestry industry. We provide sustainable solutions to our clients through the production and marketing of wood products, pulp, bio-packaging, and tissue products. Our focus is on growth and innovation, and our commitment to the sustainability of the planet and local communities.

CMPC’s wood products include mouldings, trimboards, plywood, and lumber. Selex is the brand that identifies our company’s premium

An American Classic

It’s been 90 years since brothers Elbert and Hinton began producing Southern Yellow Pine timbers for their new company, Boozer Lumber. Along the way, William Owsley joined the family business and the first BOOZERBEAM was born. A lot has changed since then, but we haven’t. Today, BOOZERBEAM is still crafting high-quality glulams in Anniston, Alabama, where it all began. As we move into the future, we continue to offer a five-star customer experience and an American classic glulam with a significant history from the beginnings of Engineered Wood. Designed to perform and built to stand the test of time, there’s nothing like a

products, symbolizing excellence in manufacturing through state-ofthe-art technology. Our products come from our own plantations of radiata pine that have been cultivated to achieve the highest quality fiber. CMPC’s 2 million+ acres of forest assets, located in Chile, Brazil, and Argentina, are certified by FSC and CERTFOR-PEFC, which guarantees the protection of the native forest and biodiversity; thus, ensuring the highest standards of sustainable forest management.

Powell Valley Millwork, with two manufacturing sites located east of Lexington, Kentucky, is CMPC’s first acquisition in the U.S., serving as the foundation of our expanding presence in the American market. This makes CMPC the first manufacturer to offer both poplar and radiata pine to the U.S. market with a commitment to customer service and partnerships across North America.

With over three decades of industry experience, Powell Valley has consistently excelled in crafting top-tier poplar mouldings and millwork for a diverse customer. By harnessing CMPC’s extensive manufacturing capabilities and synergizing them with Powell Valley’s domestic production capacity, we can offer a broader range of products, accompanied by strategic proximity to ensure streamlined logistics and exceptional customer service.

Plywood, OSB & Panels

arauCo 310

Boise CasCade Wood ProduCts-PlyWood & luMBer 348

CMPC usa 616

elk Creek forest ProduCts 554

freres enGineered Wood 512

hardel Mutual PlyWood CorP. 307

hunt forest ProduCts, llC 215

louisiana-PaCifiC (lP BuildinG solutions) 400

Mason forest ProduCts 244

MirateC By Jeld-Wen 624

MurPhy CoMPany 247

PaCifiC Wood laMinates/south Coast luMBer 235

Patriot tiMBer ProduCts inC 746

PotlatChdeltiC CorP. 522

roseBurG forest ProduCts 710

royoMartin 354

sidCa tradinG ltd. 413

sodra usa, inC. 135

sWanson GrouP 630

tiMBer ProduCts Co. 326

tolko MarketinG & sales 716

Weyerhaeuser 647

Winston PlyWood & veneer 249

Woodtone 558

Hardel Mutual Plywood Corp. [Booth 307]

Hardel Mutual Plywood Corp. is celebrating 70 years as a cooperative in the plywood industry—the only cooperative plywood mill in the U.S. Since opening in 1952, Hardel has grown from the capability of making 12 different types of panels to now carrying over 1,000 different plywood products.

Its production is more than eight times of what it was then, and has more than doubled in the last seven years.

The company recently installed a new state-of-the-art press for Medium Density and High Density Overlays. The chrome platen overlay press is capable of producing the smoothest possible finishes in MDO and HDO, helping Hardel to maximize its product line.

Offering such a vast product line of over 1,000 different plywood product makes it easier for customers to mix loads. This saves them time and money by being able to buy all their plywood needs in one place. The company is like a “Super Market” for plywood. It also has the capability to build and customize panels specific to a customer’s needs.

As the country’s only cooperative plywood mill, Hardel has 124 working shareholders and consequently experiences very little turnover. Most employees have more than 15 to 20 years of experience. Hardel employees are highly experienced in the mill and have a strong sense of pride in the work they perform. They literally take ownership in their work.

Hardel continues to look to future growth and adapt where there is need in the plywood industry. That’s why Hardel has grown and evolved into one of the most diverse and state-of-the-art plywood mills in the U.S.

RoyOMartin [Booth 354]

For nearly a century, RoyOMartin has epitomized unwavering dedication to service, quality, and safety in the wood product sector, championing U.S.A. made products. As we approach our centenary in November 2023, we reflect on our rich history of delivering toptier wood products worldwide. At the heart of our success lies our foundational principles, which guide every decision and bolster our commitment to sustainable and ethical operations. Between our

We source our wood primarily from New Hampshire and Vermont, and the majority come within a 50-mile radius.

WE ARE PINE PASSIONATE.

Dual Weinig Powermat 2500 Moulders

Customizable Moisture Detection

Nelma grades and patterns

Specialized Dry Kilns

Enhance™ by Durgin and Crowell is our line of precoated, UV cured Eastern White Pine paneling product.

At Durgin and Crowell, we promise to be dedicated to offering our customers the personal service that is essential to delivering the highest quality, fully sustainable Eastern White Pine, on time, to the specs desired. We provide hands on solutions because we are Pine Passionate.

timberlands and our manufacturing, we sequester a net positive of 784,469 tons of CO2-E annually.

Recognizing the increasing demand for eco-friendly wood products, we’re innovating by introducing a third oriented strand board (OSB) facility in Corrigan, Tx., planned for launch in early 2024. This addition exemplifies our adaptability and readiness to serve in the ever-changing market dynamics, ensuring consistent operations regardless of market shifts.

RoyOMartin recently introduced a new OSB tongue-and-groove flooring that is available in two thicknesses. RoyOMartin’s TuffTier features a self-spacing tongue and groove design for easier and more efficient installation and is engineered for exceptional strength and rigidity.

As our landmark 100th year approaches, we extend heartfelt gratitude to our customers, whose consistent trust and loyalty have positioned us an industry leader. Our journey, deeply rooted in ethical and sustainable values, excites us as we look forward to another century of exceptional service to our customers.

other BarracudaPly products with the same marine grade core, but with a high quality clear Okoume face and back.

In addition to BarracudaPly using Okoume as its face and back, Timber Products’ KodiakPly siding now has the availability to come with an Okoume face and is called KodiakPly Shasta Series. The KodiakPly Shasta Series can be used for all the normal applications of KodiakPly, such as siding for sheds, apartments, condos, and townhomes.

To learn more about the new BarracudaPly Okoume and KodiakPly Shasta Series panels, contact Kevin Smith, softwood plywood sales manager, at ksmith@timberproducts.com.

Railings & Columns

BieWer luMBer, llC 358 diGGer sPeCialties, inC. 311

oldCastle, aPG (Barrette outdoor livinG) 327 versatex BuildinG ProduCts 511

Timber Products BarracudaPly line is a collection of marine softwood plywood panels. BarracudaPly is used for boat buildings, docks, outdoor signs, boat houses, and much more.

While the BarracudaPly product line has always included AA and AB Marine Grade plywood, and will continue to do so, drought and Western fires have adversely impacted the ability to produce high quality faces and we see this becoming even more difficult in the future.

Roofing

CaPital forest ProduCts 600

Cedar valley ManufaCturinG inC. 243

shakertoWn 333

teal Jones GrouP, the 755

Watkins saWMills ltd. 222

Siding & Paneling

Cedar valley ManufaCturinG inC 243

Collins 433

ColuMBia Cedar 700

dakeryn industries ltd 706

everWood PreservinG, inC. 727

hy Mark Wood 342

louisiana-PaCifiC (lP BuildinG solutions) 400

PaCifiC Coast Cedar ProduCts 730

PaCifiC Western Wood Works ltd. 423

PaCifiC Wood laMinates/south Coast luMBer 235

PorCuPine Wood ProduCts ltd. 404

PoWer Wood CorP. 111

ready Pine 312

rise BuildinG ProduCts 740

roBBins luMBer inC. 414

saWarne luMBer Co ltd 456

shakertoWn 333

skana forest ProduCts ltd. 626

With this in mind, Timber Products designed two new panels to complement the BarracudaPly product line. One of the new products is a BB Marine panel, called BarracudaPly Marine-Guard. This BB grade product offers an alternative to the AA and AB grades with the difference being the number of fully repaired defects allowed on the face. The Marine-Guard face and back are knot-free, aesthetically pleasing and constructed with the same inner ply grades as the AA and AB Marine products.

Timber Products is also excited to announce that they have just completed the design and testing of a higher-grade Okoume marine panel. This product is manufactured with the same standards as their

sunset MouldinG 330

teal Jones GrouP, the 755

triPP luMBer inC. 304

Watkins saWMills ltd 222

Western forest ProduCts 524

Westlake royal BuildinG ProduCts 634

Woodtone 558

Pacific Coast Cedar Products [Booth 730]

As a builder, contractor or homeowner, the materials you choose are a testament to your dedication to excellence and fine craftsmanship.

At Pacific Coast, a respected member of the Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau (CSSB), we share your commitment. We offer an expansive range of sidewall shingle solutions, from natural tones to primed gray,

white or custom colors. Each product is skillfully crafted to meet the rigorous standards of our industry.

With over 50 years of experience, Pacific Coast Cedar Products delivers unparalleled quality in western red cedar shingle products.

Software & Technology

We offer solutions to support the entire supply chain from logging and timber processing through remanufacturing and retailing. Our newest offering, Frameworks, is a web-based ERP designed specifically for pro dealers and home centers.

Located in Omaha, Nebraska, DMSi is an independent, privatelyheld company.

DMSi has been a proud NAWLA member since 1989. Our employees serve on NAWLA committees and Ten Groups, and we actively attend Traders Market, Leadership Summits, and Regional Meetings to discuss current issues with other members. We are happy to support an organization that has done so much for our industry and our customers.

RDB Solutions

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RDB Solutions specializes in integrated software solutions for the lumber wholesale, remanufacturing, treatment processing, and distribution center industries.

Our commitment is to save you time and money.

This is why we are thrilled to introduce Project Expert—a solution that optimizes project coordination and contributes to increased efficiency, reduced errors, and better decision-making throughout your project’s lifecycle.

Software

DMSi is a leading provider of business software to the building materials industry.

Our Agility ERP is a complete inventory and order-management system for lumber businesses. It handles everything from sales and eCommerce through purchasing, delivery, and invoicing. Integrated apps for sales, CRM, proof of delivery, and warehouse management bring all your processes and data into one centralized system.

Agility is designed around the unique products and processes of building materials businesses. For instance, it uses a single item code to track multiple lengths of a product, simplifying and streamlining your catalog. Cost allocation reveals true profit at every stage, from inbound shipping through distribution. A completely integrated General Ledger with drill-down reporting makes it easy for your staff to email invoices, research issues, and process payments.

At DMSi, we focus exclusively on building materials businesses.

Here’s a breakdown of a few key features:

1. Project Management: Efficiently manage complex projects, increasing your ability to handle more projects simultaneously or take on larger projects.

2. Material Status (Take Off): Track the status of materials from when they’re ordered to when they’re shipped to when they’re invoiced. This helps ensure accurate billing and prevents overbilling or underbilling.

3. RFPs to Multiple Suppliers: Send Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to

multiple suppliers, inviting them to provide quotes for the materials or services needed for the project.

4. Customer Quotes: Generate customer quotes based on the “Take Off” data, streamlining the process of creating and sending quotes to potential clients.

5. Purchase Orders: Create and send purchase orders to suppliers, specifying the materials or services you require and the agreed-upon terms.

6. Order Acknowledgements, RFIs, Customer Invoicing: Manage various interactions with suppliers, including order acknowledgements, Requests for Information (RFIs), and customer invoicing, all within a centralized platform.

7. Document Organization: Organize the numerous documents associated with projects, ensuring easy access and efficient collaboration among team members.

8. Integration with Lumber Expert (purchased separately): Optionally, Project Expert can integrate with the Lumber Expert accounting system, allowing seamless transfer of financial data related to projects for accurate tracking and reporting.

9. Drag and Drop Attachments: Simplify the process of adding files and attachments to projects by easily dragging and dropping them into the software.

10. Project Analysis: Analyze project revenues and expenses, helping you assess project profitability and make informed decisions.

Contact us at RDB-Solutions.com or stop by our NAWLA Traders Market booth #555.

Transportation & Logistics

arroW reload systeMs inC 641

atlantiC loGistiCs 729

BlG CarGo loGistiCs GMBh 402

Bnsf railWay Co 625

Border Brokers 611

haMPton luMBer sales 431

indePendent disPatCh inC 724

J. Muller Weser GMBh & Co. 203

nelson & ft. shePPard railWay, the 714 ryder systeM, inC 632

tiMBer ProduCts truCkinG 326

union PaCifiC railroad 315

Windows & Doors

Matra, inC. 422

sierra PaCifiC industries 355

WoodGrain 510

Wood Preservatives

arxada 133

hoover treated Wood ProduCts 305

koP-Coat ProteCtion ProduCts 322

koPPers PerforManCe CheMiCals 225

u-C CoatinGs, llC 411

Arxada [Booth 133]

At Arxada, we envision a world built with wood that is enhanced with industry-leading technologies designed to extend the life of wood— the earth’s most sustainable and versatile construction material.

Arxada is a global leader of innovative technologies that improve the performance of wood, making it resistant to termites, fungi, flame spread and smoke development, mold and moisture. Arxada manufactures many of the highest quality wood protection products, including its Wolman line of preservatives (Wolmanized Outdoor Wood and Wolmanized Heavy Duty Wood), Dricon fire retardant and Mycostat and Antiblu anti-sapstains. Additionally, Lonza manufactures Sillbor borate treatments, Chemonite ACZA industrial preservatives, FrameGuard and Wolman non-pressure mold inhibition as well as formulations specifically designed for the treatment of engineered wood. Nearly a decade ago, Arxada developed globally patented BARamine

technology for added protection in residential and commerical applications against copper-tolerant fungi and better penetration of copper-azole preservatives.

For more than 80 years, Arxada’s wood protection business unit has led the market in the delivery of trusted and innovative technologies. Our approach to business is characterized by innovative products, valued global brands and exceptional customer service. Our brands instill confidence and provide peace of mind, as do our support services, which enable our customers to make the most of wood’s unique and adaptable properties. With global operations and an expansive offering of services and expertise, Arxada is dedicated to the success of its customers.

Visit www.WolmanizedWood.com for product information.

Hoover Treated Wood Products [Booth 305]

In business since 1955, Hoover Treated Wood Products supplies a comprehensive portfolio of pressure-impregnated kiln-dried lumber and plywood products for fire retardant and preservative applications.

Hoover has multiple company-owned treating facilities, conveniently located to service a 100-plus-member stocking distributor network covering the USA and Canada.

Expanding our commitment, we are excited to announce our latest fire-retardant-treated wood manufacturing plant located in Fairfield, Tx. Equipped with innovative technologies and streamlined processes, this state-of-the-art facility is set to begin production in December 2023. This new location proudly stands as our 11th company-owned pressure impregnation plant, furthering our national presence and dedication to excellence.

The rigorous quality control procedures employed by Hoover are constantly reviewed and inspected by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) follow-up services. Pyro-Guard and Exterior Fire-X lumber and plywood are produced for interior and weather-exposed applications, respectively, and have a flame-spread rating of 25 or less in the extended UL 723 test.

Pyro-Guard and Exterior Fire-X are recognized for building code applications where FRTW can be used in lieu of noncombustible materials. Examples include but are not limited to:

• non-bearing partitions,

• non-bearing exterior walls,

• roof assemblies,

• platforms,

• canopies,

• exterior architectural trim and veneers,

• exterior balconies,

• exterior-bearing walls in Type III and IV construction, and

• increasingly for decks in wildfire-prone areas. Visit www.frtw.com for additional information on recognized applications.

Wood Treating

allWeather Wood/huMBoldt saWMill Co 513

BieWer luMBer, llC 358

everWood PreservinG, inC. 727

hoover treated Wood ProduCts 305

tri-state luMBer 747

Founded in 1982, Everwood Preserving, Inc. has been supplying pressure treated lumber and pattern stock throughout the Southeast and Caribbean markets for more than four decades. Everwood offers micronized copper azole, borate and CCA material to cover all your construction projects. Everwood has a reputation of Wood Treated Right, giving you more time to sell our products and less time to worry about issues.

Everwood’s remanufacturing facility currently operates multiple Weinig molders, offers rip, resaw and shrink wrap pattern stock. With our KDAT division, we can offer most southern yellow pine products needed for distribution centers. We run all current SPIB patterns, but we also offer custom profiles to match existing patterns.

Everwood is currently supplying distribution customers from Maryland to Texas and throughout the Caribbean. When it comes to the export market, Everwood’s expertise is unmatched. We offer a onestop-shop solution for treated material, pattern stock, KDAT, custom packaging, marks, logos, and transportation. Ask around and see why our customers agree, Everwood Preserving, Inc. lives up to its trademark—Building Your Reputation!

STAIR LEDGER CONNECTOR

Simpson Strong-Tie’s new SCLC stair cassette ledger connector is a code-listed solution for safer, more efficient installation of preassembled stair cassettes to floor cassette headers.

Installed on the floor cassette header in the factory using common nails, the SCLC is jobsite-ready for stair cassettes to be lowered onto the connector and then quickly fastened with Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, helping reduce onsite labor costs and keep time-sensitive projects on schedule.

It can be installed in conjunction with the LSCZ stair stringer connector and is galvanized for protection against corrosion. Custom fastener tabs provide greater strength and stiffness per screw, and the solution offers ample fit-up tolerance for superior alignment.

GO.STRONGTIE.COM/SCLC

(800) 999-5099

ALL-IN-ONE ECOMMERCE SOLUTION

ECI Software Solutions has launched Spruce eCommerce, an innovative ecommerce solution purpose-built for the unique needs of LBM and hardlines businesses.

Backed by ECI’s website design and digital marketing team, it has built-in marketing tools such as abandoned carts, content pages, blog tool, drag-and-drop layouts, rewards and loyalty programs, badges, banners, customer segmentation, reports and Google Analytics.

Its Spruce-proprietary Product Information Management system and pre-built taxonomy helps implement the software faster, seamlessly adding products to the ecommerce storefront and housing content customers need to make informed buying decisions. Other features include branch-driven inventory counts and pricing, split shopping carts based on pickup or delivery, order pickup time slots and capacity, customer quote builder, branch finder, job switching, and live lumber and timber tally support.

ECISOLUTIONS.COM

(800) 959-3367

MESH RAILING

Superior Aluminum Products’ new Series 9M mesh railing feature a code-compliant, contemporary design, combining a modern look with the benefits of low-maintenance aluminum frames.

Mechanically fastened Series 9M is durable and resistant to wind, rain, and extreme temperatures while allowing for a view beyond the barricade. Mesh is available in woven wire, or round or square perforated panel options, in four different finishes: black, white, dark bronze, and gray. With no welding or painting on-site, installation is fast and easy.

SUPERIORALUMINUM.COM

(937) 827-0626

SQUARE DEAL

Hammer brand Stiletto has expanded into squares with three specialized measuring squares for professional carpenters.

The new lineup includes two 7” carpenter squares designed with more layout notches to help users build and level faster. A Bomber Cutout allows for repeatable stud measurements of 1-1/2”, 3”, and 4-1/2”, as well as LVL measurements of 1-3/4” and 3-1/2”. Bottom heel markings provide users with marking versatility at the most common lumber measurements. The 7” Carpenter Square with Level also features a replaceable 180° vial.

The new 4.5” trim square is designed for precision and efficiency, with additional scribe holes to aid in laying out common angles, ripping boards, and setting saw blade height.

MILWAUKEETOOL.COM

(800) 729-3878

CABLE RAIL CLIPS

New RailFX Express Mount Brackets make installing cable railing faster and easier for professional installers, eliminating the need to drill holes through wood deck posts.

To install cable railing, contractors simply install the appropriate bracket on the exterior of all wood deck posts, feed the cable through the brackets, and tighten the cables to secure it. The brackets are only viewable from the outside of the deck, creating the illusion of “floating” cables and improving sightlines to the scenery beyond.

RAILFX.NET

(206) 453-1123

CABLE DECLUTTERER

GadgetKlip cable management solution can transform the way you organize your electronic accessories. Available in a range of colors, sizes and quantities, they’re great for use in the home, office or even in the garden.

The clips keep cords organized, accessible and tangle-free. Their rust-resistant design makes them great for indoor or outdoor use.

GADGETKLIP.COM

SELF-ADHERED & UV-RESISTANT

Benjamin Obdyke has launched a self-adhered version of its popular InvisiWrap UV-resistant housewrap.

Like the original, InvisiWrap SA is specially designed for projects with open-joint cladding. It offers enhanced UV protection to accommodate increased exposure, and its black, non-printed facer ensures an ideal aesthetic and shadows between the gaps. The addition of a continuous, 100% acrylic adhesive provides further protection by sealing around cladding fasteners to help maintain the integrity of the air barrier.

It has a split-release liner for easy application and positioning. The acrylic adhesive is repositionable during installation; once an installer is satisfied with the wrap placement, they apply pressure to fully activate the bond. No seam tape is required.

A polyester non-woven housewrap with a polyester coating, InvisiWrap SA is reportedly tougher than standard housewraps.

BENJAMINOBDYKE.COM

(215) 672-7200

AFFORDABLE CABINETRY

Wolf Home Products has launched its Tempo Series, a cabinetry line offering design flexibility at an affordable price point.

Part of the Builders Mark line, the series is available in four popular finish options: White Paint, Pewter Paint, Grey Stain, and Dark Sable Stain.

Featured are standard overlay mortise and tenon door, HDF drawer front and door with recessed MDF center panel, maple drawer front and door with recessed veneer center panel, 3/8” furniture board on sides, top and bottom, 1/2” bullnosed MDF shelves, side-mounted epoxy drawer guides, six-way adjustable, self-close hinges, and hidden furniture board hanging rails, top and bottom.

WOLFHOMEPRODUCTS.COM

(800) 388-9653

COOLER CUTS

Diablo Tools’ Steel Demon Cermet saw blades are designed for extreme durability, longer life, and faster cuts in metals and stainless steel.

A perfect fit for cordless and corded saws, they feature an innovative design that delivers up to 25 times longer life, 50 times cooler cuts, and 10 times faster cuts vs. standard abrasive cut off discs.

Featuring Triple Chip Grind tooth geometry, the blades produce large chips vs. harmful dust generated by abrasive discs, reducing airborne contaminates and leading the way for a safer jobsite. A full range of blades are offered for thin, medium and thick metals and stainless steels ranging in diameters from 5-3/8” to 14”.

DIABLOTOOLS.COM

(800) 263-7016

DECK INSTALL COMBO KIT

Simpson Strong-Tie has introduced a new, lowercost combo kit for its popular Quik Drive Cordless PRO300SG2 auto-feed screw driving system.

Powered by a DeWalt cordless driver motor, the system is designed for stand-up operation to make deck and subfloor installations fast and easy, and it’s now available without having to purchase the duplicative charger and 5-amp batteries that most contractors already own.

A powerful 2,000-rpm, 20V brushless driver motor matched with a lightweight extension arm make the system more ergonomic than corded and pneumatic systems. With improved low-torque designs to Strong-Tie’s collated Deck-Drive DSV Wood screws and Strong-Drive WSV Subfloor screws, contractors can now drive more screws per battery charge than ever before.

GO.STRONGTIE.COM

(800) 999-5099

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Listings are often submitted months in advance. Always verify dates and locations with sponsor before making plans to attend.

Southern Pine Inspection Bureau – Oct. 3-4, intro to lumber grading, Hilton, Pensacola Beach, Fl.; www.spib.org.

Window & Door Manufacturers Association – Oct. 4-5, executive management conference, Cambridge, Ma.; www.wdma.com.

National Hardwood Lumber Association – Oct. 4-6, annual convention & show, Omni Hotel, Louisville, Ky.; www.nhla.com.

National Lumber & Building Material Dealers Assn. – Oct. 4-6, Industry Summit, Marriott Downtown, Kansas City, Mo.; dealer.org.

Construction Suppliers Association – Oct. 8-10, roundtables, Jesup, Ga.; Oct. 15-17, Andover, N.J.; www.gocsa.com.

World Millwork Alliance – Oct. 8-12, convention & show, Indianapolis, In.; www.worldmillworkalliance.com.

Fastmarkets – Oct. 9-11, 38th annual Forest Products North America Conference, Hyatt Regency, Boston, Ma.; www.fastmarkets.com.

Mid-American Lumbermens Assn. – Oct. 12, Sunflower Shootout, Colbert Hills Golf Course, Manhattan, Ks.; www.themla.com.

Southern Pine Inspection Bureau – Oct. 12-13, quality control course; Oct. 17-18, dry kiln operator course, Hilton, Pensacola Beach, Fl.; www.spib.org.

Long Island Lumber Association – Oct. 13, annual meeting, TopGolf, Holtsville, N.Y.; www.nrla.org.

Northwestern Lumber Association – Oct. 14, Wine & Whiskey Outing, Des Moines, Ia.; www.nlassn.org.

ACE ADDING 170+ STORES

Ace Hardware has opened over 100 new stores so far in 2023, and will open more than 170 by the end of the year— bringing its total store count to nearly 6,000.

Over the past five years, Ace has opened 1,100+ stores.

FATAL SHOOTING AT MENARDS

An Aug. 30 shooting at Menards, Indianapolis, In., left both a customer and security guard dead.

The guard stopped the customer’s vehicle as it was exiting the lumberyard, leading to an argument that turned physical and an exchange of gunfire.

THIEVES COST DEALER $180K

Two employees and five contractors were arrested in connection with a theft ring that cost Cason Builders Supply, East Flat Rock, N.C., $180,000.

Allegedly, the workers were selling inventory to local businesses without Cason’s knowledge. The employees were charged with dozens counts of larceny and conspiracy, the others with aiding and abetting.

North American Young Lumber Employees – Oct. 16-20, timber tour, Whitefish and Missoula, Mt.; www.nrla.org.

Central New York Retail Lumber Dealers Assn. – Oct. 20, annual meeting, Greek Peak Mountain Resort, Cortland, N.Y.; www.nrla.org.

Construction Suppliers Association – Oct. 22-24, roundtable, Bremen/Carrollton, Ga.; www.gocsa.com.

Lumber Dealers Association of Connecticut – Oct. 25, annual meeting, Aqua Turf Country Club, Plantsville, Ct.; www.nrla.org.

Mid-Hudson Lumber Dealers Association – Oct. 27, annual meeting, The Factoria, Peekskill, N.Y.; www.nrla.org.

Processing Technologies for the Forest & Biobased Products Industries Conference – Oct. 30-Nov. 1, King & Prince Bach & Golf Resort, St. Simons Island, Ga.; www.ptfbpi.com.

LMC – Nov. 6-8, LMC Expo, Philadelphia, Pa.; www.lmc.net.

Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Assn. – Nov. 7, annual meeting & tradeshow, Holiday Inn, Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; www.nrla.org.

Construction Suppliers Association – Nov. 7-8, Next Gen 5 meeting, Milledgeville, Ga.; www.gocsa.com.

Northwestern Lumber Assn. – Nov. 8, Nebraska Connection Conference, Marriott Regency Hotel and TopGolf, Omaha, Ne.; www.nlassn.org.

North American Wholesale Lumber Association – Nov. 8-10, annual Traders Market, Columbus, Oh.; www.nawla.org.

Mid-American Lumbermens Association – Nov. 14, Gross Margin Mastery online seminar.; www.themla.com.

Rhode Island Lumber & Building Material Dealers Assn. – Nov. 17, holiday party, Graduate Providence, Providence, R.I.; www.nrla.org.

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Jacqulyn “Jackie” Kipp, 67, passed away Aug. 28. Jackie spent 48 years in the lumber industry, before retiring in 2020.

She was also a member of Northwestern Lumber Association, where she served three years as a board member for the Nebraska Lumbermen’s, as well as on the convention planning and education scholarship committees.

Richard S. “Rick” Haberacker, 70, co-owner of MRD Lumber Co., Bethel, Pa., died Sept. 1.

A 1975 graduate of Delaware Valley College, he began his career as the manager of Singmaster Lumber Co., Macungie, Pa. He launched MRD in 1986.

Robert Haywood “Bob” McDonald, 76, recently retired president of McDonald Lumber Co., Fayetteville, N.C., died on Aug. 9.

After attending Campbell University, Bob joined his brother Kenneth at McDonald Lumber, which was founded by their father. He served as president until his retirement in April 2023.

Ruth Olivia Tart, former director of Tart Lumber Co., Sterling, Va., died on Aug. 12. She was 99.

After World War II, Ruth worked for the Department of the Navy. She later married Lynwood Daniel Tart and assisted him in running the lumber business.

Jamie Mays “Jim” Howe, 89, former manager of Howe Lumber Co., Helena, Ar., passed away on Aug. 27.

After receiving a business degree from the University of Arkansas, Jim enlisted in the U.S. Army. In 1959, he joined the family lumber business. After the company was sold in 1980, Jim purchased and managed a local radio station.

William D. “Billy” Hedrick, 71, retired co-owner of Hedrick Brothers Lumber Co., Lexington, N.C., passed away on Aug. 29.

George Frederick Sigafoos, 88, former owner of Lash Lumber Co., Hot Springs, Ar., died Sept. 10.

Dean P. Baker, retired president of Pike Lumber, Akron, Oh., died Sept. 12 at the age of 86.

Dean was Pike’s first trained forester and served as president from 1995 until retiring in 1999, though he stayed on for several years as a director.

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FLASHBACK: VARIABLE PRICING

TODAY, variable pricing is everywhere—from entertainment venues that charge different admissions for each day calculated by predicted demand to retailer websites that “customize” prices based on how much they think each individual customer can afford.

Three decades back, Building Products Digest was fortunate to have as an occasional contributor the hardware merchandising pioneer Joe Samulin, co-founder of Handy Dan and Handy City-turnedhome center consultant. In our October 1993 issue he brought dealers up to speed on the then-novel concept:

“Variable pricing, which I prefer to call visual merchandising, is not new. For years, merchants have used it to increase profits. I will lay claim to bringing the technique, which can add up to more margin dollars to the attention of many large and small operations.

“It all began in the early ‘70s when I was part of the training team in the Handy Dan chain. While we were on a routine tour of a store, some idiotic pricing jumped out at me. The 2” and 3” mending plates were priced the same. The 2” and 2-1/2” barrel bolts were priced the same. Zinc and brass in the same sizes were priced the same.

“This kind of stupid pricing went on and on because we were mechanically applying a set departmental margin to the manufacturer’s cost. After I convinced management that large should cost more than small and that because customers prefer brass they will pay more for it, the pricing policy became ‘what is the value in the eye of

the beholder—the customer.’

“Because we eyeballed items for increased margin, I gave the system the handle ‘visual merchandising.’

“Some years later, someone latched onto it as their idea with the ‘variable pricing’ tag. The rule of thumb was anything under $5 was fair game. Above that level we used extreme caution on any competitively shopped item.

“I used this approach to great advantage when I took over a troubled division. We took mark-ups of over $100,000, then for the next three months gave it all back in strong lead ad items. By the end of the year we were in the black in sales and profits with a strong, low-price competitive image.

“I didn’t think any other chain could be as dumb as we were, but I found lots of others following the same pricing policy. I went to K-Mart to buy a molly bolt and discovered the 1/2” and 1” priced the same. I went to Sears. The same idiocy existed. Not only was Sears making the same mistake, they were the lowest price in town and neither they nor the public were aware of it.

“I took some pictures with the Sears price tickets in full view and used them in an article published in 1979.

“Three weeks later, Sears and K-Mart made price adjustments and never even thanked me. In my travels I began to take pictures and slides of major chains using the same idiotic pricing and showed them in my seminars.

“Now, more than 10 years later, I find that most companies have forgotten this important avenue to more margins

Just as for this month’s issue, 30 years ago the front cover of the October 1993 edition of Building Products Digest highlighted Wolmanized preserved wood.

and profits. They have become too involved in putting out fires. Variable pricing has been relegated to ‘when we have time’ and forgotten. Because it is a grueling process, it’s easy to put on the back burner.

“If you are in a non-competitive area, variable pricing will go right down to the bottom line. If you face tough competition, it can be used in a strong loss leader program to create a competitive image.

“Another important point: all my business life the controller’s office has come out with ‘at a 2% net profit, you need 50 times that in sales.’ An additional $5,000 in sales will generate $100 in net profits.

“Nonsense. If you are profitable, $5,000 in additional sales at a 30% margin will put $1,500 on the bottom line. If you are profitable, you have already covered all your expenses, rent, utilities, salaries and other costs.

“Adding sales by using plus margins will put more dollars on the bottom line and at a lot larger amount than 2% of the additional sales.

“Variable pricing works for both large and small chains. Many stay alive because they practice it.”

Joe Samulin wrote for BPD in the early 1990s in between consulting and speaking engagements. Joe passed away in 2008 at the age of 87.

“Growing beyond measure.”