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MAY 2013HARDWOOD MATTERSTHE VOICE OF THE HARDWOOD INDUSTRYTHE CHANGING FACEOF LEADERSHIPTHE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE NATIONAL HARDWOOD LUMBER ASSOCIATIONSTRONG ROOTS. GLOBAL REACH. | WWW.NHLA.COM

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HARDWOOD MATTERSTHE VOICE OF THE HARDWOOD INDUSTRYMay 2013 ▪ Issue 134National Hardwood Lumber AssociationPO Box 34518 ▪ Memphis, TN 38184-0518901-377-1818 ▪ 901-382-6419 (fax)info@nhla.com ▪ www.nhla.comTHE MISSION OF NHLATo serve NHLA Members engaged in the commerce ofNorth American hardwood lumber by: maintaining order,structure and ethics in the changing global hardwoodmarketplace; providing member services unique to thehardwood lumber industry; driving collaboration acrossthe hardwood industry to promote demand for NorthAmerican hardwood lumber and advocate the interestof the hardwood community in public/private policyissues; and building positive relationships within theglobal hardwood community.The views of contributions do not necessarily reflect the positions of NHLA. All advertisements for HardwoodMatters are accepted and published with the understanding that the advertiser and/or advertising agency areauthorized to publish the entire contents and subject matter thereof. The advertiser and/or advertising agency willdefend, indemnify and hold any claims or lawsuits for libel violations or right of privacy or publicity, plagiarisms,copyright or trademark infringement and any other claims or lawsuits that may arise out of publication of suchadvertisement. NHLA neither endorses nor makes any representation or guarantee as to the quality of goods andservices advertised in Hardwood Matters. Copyright 2013. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in partwithout written permission is prohibited.For advertising inquiries:Contact John Hester, Marketing Director at j.hester@nhla.comor 901-399-7558.ADVERTISER INDEXEXECUTIVE COMMITTEEScott HeidlerHeidler Hardwood Lumber Co.PresidentPem JenkinsTurn Bull Lumber Co.Vice PresidentDave RedmondHighland Hardwood Sales, Inc.Past President 2010-2012Mark A. Barford, CAEExecutive DirectorNHLA STAFFMark A. Barford, CAEExecutive Directorm.barford@nhla.comDavid GeorgeCreative Directord.george@nhla.comRenee HornsbyDirector of Communications/Editorr.hornsby@nhla.com■ ■ ■Lisa BrowneConvention DirectorRich HascherInspector Training School InstructorJohn HesterMarketing DirectorDana SpessertChief InspectorDenise StewartDirector of Finance/CAOMISSION LEADERSSkip HolmesThomas & Proetz Lumber Co.Unique ServicesCharlie NettervilleFred Netterville Lumber Co.Industry Advocacy & PromotionGreg PatenaudePéladeau Lumber, Inc.Membership & MarketingBrent StiefHuron Forest ProductsStructureGary SwanerSwaner Hardwood Co.RulesCOMMITTEE CHAIRSJeff DurstHull Forest ProductsInspection ServicesOrn Gudmundsson, Jr.Northland CorporationFinanceMark MahUpper Canada Forest ProductsHardwood AdvocacyDarwin MurrayMcClain Forest ProductsContinuing EducationJim ReaderDownes & Reader Hardwood Co.MembershipJoe SnyderFitzpatrick & Weller, Inc.RulesJim SteenPike Lumber Co., Inc.Inspector Training SchoolStephanie Van DystadtDV HardwoodsCommunications & MarketingKim VollingerW. M. Cramer Lumber Co.Convention17 American Hardwood Industries14 Brewco Incorporated13 C.S. Industries, LLC5 Dunavant Global Logistics Group3 Elimbs, LLC7 The Jacobs Team5 NHLA Annual Convention& Exhibition Showcase19 NHLA Inspector Training Schoolbc NHLA Inspector Training SchoolChinese Summer Courseibc Pennsylvania Lumbermens MutualInsurance Companyifc Pike Lumber Company, Inc.15 U•C Coatings Corporation16 Wood-Mizer Products, Inc.2 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

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PRESIDENT’SMESSAgEA STEEP LEARNINg CURVE ANDgREAT PRogRESSWhere would the North American hardwood industry be if it were not for the continuedgrowth of the export market? After a tough 5 years in the domestic market place, I wouldestimate that without exports the already reduced hardwood industry would be less than halfthe size it is today. Regardless if your business market is domestic or involved in exports, we allneed to be thankful for the export markets.I want to recognize the previous leadership of NHLA for the foresight to expand NHLA’sservices and membership to the international market. For the past 18 months, NHLA hassupported a presence in Southern China with inspection services and education. Like any newbusiness venture, there can be some growing pains, and NHLA has felt a few. The good newsis we have experienced a steep learning curve and forward progress.I would like to report that I just returned from my first trip to China and NHLA has not onlylearned from its mistakes, but staff has worked hard to improve the business environment forboth the producing and partner members in China.NHLA’s role in any market includes education and enforcement of the NHLA Grading Rulesfor hardwood lumber. The NHLA staff has never lost sight of this business model, but as theChinese culture is much different than the domestic culture, NHLA has learned to adapt tosupply the same high quality services it offers domestically.I am happy to report that NHLA Chief Inspector Dana Spessert has made great advancementsin the handling of disputes between NHLA member firms. I would also like to stress howimportant it is to trade with fellow NHLA members, as this service is most enforceablebetween members.As NHLA members, we are bound by the NHLA Sales Code and the ethical trade of NorthAmerican hardwood lumber. I know there are disputes from time to time, but there alwayshave been. This is why NHLA inspection services and its National Inspectors are so importantto the credibility of North American hardwoods around the globe. I did enjoy hearing fromseveral Chinese buyers that they like the consistency of North American hardwoods.A complete understanding of what we are trading leads to hassle free business. NHLAcontinues to make this possible not only in the domestic market, but also around the globe.In the past year, NHLA has inspected lumber in the United States, Canada, Vietnam, andChina. At this time the NHLA Inspection Services Committee is working hard on a businessmodel that will facilitate future growth of inspection services around the globe. If you areshipping lumber, you can benefit from the NHLA inspection services and education.If anyone has any questions or concerns on the positive changes in China, please contactmyself or Mark Barford. Communications is the key to all successful business ventures.As NHLA members, weare bound by the NHLASales Code and the ethicaltrade of North Americanhardwood lumber.Sincerely,Scott HeidlerHeidler Hardwood Lumber Co.4 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’SMESSAgEA SPECIAL TIME FoR NHLA –REVIEW oF THE RULESWhen NHLA began 115 years ago, the Founders, in their wisdom, decided that theRules for the Measurement and Inspection of Hardwood Lumber should be reviewed ona regular basis – meaning every four years. In this day and time four years seems like aneternity between changes. Modern leadership did consider a shorter time span for Rulesreviews, but ultimately agreed that the time span adds to both the integrity and stability ofthe Rules and does not need to be changed.Also adding to the integrity is the process; a detailed process laid out in the NHLA bylaws.All suggested Rules changes for 2015 were due and received by March 31 of this year andwill be reviewed by the Rules Committee at a meeting on May 7. This time around, thereare sixteen areas of the Rules Book where changes are suggested. Two additional ideas weresubmitted but won’t be considered since one was submitted by a non-member of NHLAand the second involved changes to the Sales Code. While the Sales Code is printed in theRules Book, the wording is developed by action of the Board of Managers.During the Rules Committee meeting on May 7, any member of the Association is invitedto attend and address the Rules Committee directly. The meeting will be held at NHLAheadquarters in Memphis, Tenn. and the staff can assist you with making arrangements toattend. The meeting will begin promptly at 8:00a.m on that Tuesday, and will continueuntil all arguments are heard and then considered by the committee.When open discussions are completed, the Rules Committee moves to a closed sessionto determine which issues should be brought to the membership. These proposed Ruleschanges are sent to the members in advance of the NHLA Annual Convention and areopenly discussed at a forum scheduled during the convention. The end of the processresults in a ballot sent to every active member company which each has one vote.Two-thirds of the voters must be in favor of a change before it is added to the Rules Book.The change does not become effective until January of the following year (2015) to allowthe industry to be properly informed and adapted to the change.Quite a detailed process to say the least, but one which insures each member can beinvolved in the development of the most common set of Hardwood Lumber Rules usedthroughout the world. The Rules remain voluntary and unregulated, and your involvementassures their continued acceptance.During the RulesCommittee meeting onMay 7, any member of theAssociation is invited toattend and address theRules Committee directly.Thank you to those who have and will participate in this process.Sincerely,Mark Barford, CAE, Executive DirectorNational Hardwood Lumber Associationwww.nhla.com6 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

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The ChangingFace ofLeadershipBy Crystal OldhamTwice a year, members of the NHLA Board of Managers gatherto work for the good of the North American hardwood lumberindustry. The synergy created through this meeting dates back to1898, but as time progresses, so do the faces of the lumbermenaround the board table. In fact, three of them are technicallylumber-women.Sally Johnson of Batey, LTD in Mount Pleasant, Ia.; StephanieVanDystadt of DV Hardwoods (Pictured above) in Fassett, Qué.and Kim Vollinger of W.M. Cramer Lumber Co. in Hickory, N.C.certainly add beauty to the table, but it’s their knowledge andknow-how that got them there and demands respect among theirmale peers.Sally Johnson of Batey, Ltd.Johnson, a second generation lumberman, is currently President ofBatey, Ltd., but she is quick to point out that it’s just a title to her.“That title and 50 cents may get you a cup of coffee, unless yougo to Starbucks. I, like all of my co-workers, do whatever it takesto get the job done. In a smaller operation like Batey, Ltd, weall wear many hats. My day may take me from the slab deck tolumber sales to cash flow projections. I know that the day I planis rarely the day that ends up happening. To me, the most excitingthing about my job is that it is ever-changing and evolving,”Johnson said.8 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

“There is a strong sense of teamwork that is crucial to the success of our daily operation.One thing that Batey, Ltd., is blessed with is its people. They have been the driving force,especially these last few years, and they are the reason we are still in existence,”Johnson added.Johnson never had intentions of working in the industry; rather it is something she fell into.“Batey, Ltd. is a family owned business and I grew up surrounded by the logging industry;however, if you would have asked me 25 years ago if this was the career path that I wouldbe on, I would have thought you were crazy,” Johnson said.“I moved back to Iowa in 1989 to be closer to my family and began working with thesawmill operation. Batey, Ltd. had just implemented its first mill and was in a majorgrowing phase that lasted for 16 years. Coming in on the ground floor of expansion gaveme the opportunity to have direct input into the systems that Batey, Ltd. uses and alsoattend the ‘school of hard knocks’ which always accompanies any new venture.”The person who gave Johnson a ‘shot’ at the hardwood lumber industry is also someonewho believes most in her, her father Robert Batey. And his expectations were higher than atypical mentor.“My Dad expected no less from me then he did his sons and didn’t cut me any slackbecause I was a woman. He never tired of explaining things to me, while giving me theopportunity to grow in knowledge by listening to my input and allowing me to voice myideas and opinions. Our relationship has always been built on mutual respect and trust,but that doesn’t mean we don’t have the ability to get right with it when we disagree. That,more than anything has taught me that if you believe in something, you must have theconviction to stand behind it, even if it’s not the most popular opinion,” Johnson said.And Johnson believes that despite outside perception, there are many career opportunitiesfor women in the lumber industry and that ultimately, gender is irrelevant.WWW.NHLA.COM MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS 9

“Low cut blouses and tight clothes might get you in the door,but they won’t keep you in the game for long. If you wantto be respected, you need to have the knowledge to backwhat you are saying…maybe it’s because I grew up with fivebrothers, but I have not been met with any hostility towardswomen in this industry. I’m not saying that I have never hadany problems, but I don’t think they necessarily arose becauseI was a woman. It was usually because I had done somethingstupid,” Johnson said.“I have found that for the most part, people just wantto get to the heart of business and build relationshipsthat work. One thing this industry provides is a constantlearning process. Not a day goes by that I am ever able to becomplacent, or feel that I have reached the point where I can’tlearn anything new. It is the most challenging, rewarding,frustrating and difficult job I have ever had. And I wouldn’ttrade it for anything.”But, Johnson is quick to point out that there is one majorbenefit to working in a predominately male industry.“You can say what you mean, and mean what you say, and noone cries.”Johnson, who is in her last year on the NHLA Board ofManagers, is proud to have served the hardwood lumberindustry in her role and is reflective.“It has been a great honor for me to be able to be part ofthe decision process. This opportunity has broadened myknowledge of our industry by exposing me to other viewpoints and ways that people do business. It is easy to getisolated in a sawmill environment and get bogged down inthe day to day. Being on the NHLA Board has helped topush my thinking outside the box and think of things as howthey apply to the whole, rather than just a specific group set,”Johnson said.“Just watching the different personality types gather togetherand find a common ground to express their ideas has beenan eye opener. Everyone has something to contribute andthey have impressed me with how seriously they take theirresponsibilities,” Johnson added.10 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

Stephanie VanDystadt ofDV HardwoodsAlthough she brings much beauty to the NHLAboard table, VanDystadt is respected among hermale peers for her know-how, success and gentlespirit. She also happens to be a highlight in theNHLA history books, as she is the first Canadianfemale to serve on the NHLA Boardof Managers.“It’s an honor. I consider myself a part of adistinguished group of industry leaders and takethe role very seriously and value the opportunity.Hopefully I will be the first of many moreCanadian women to serve in this capacity,”VanDystadt said.“I strongly believe in our industry and appreciatethe opportunities it has provided for mepersonally. Being a Board Member, in my view, isa privilege. It provides me with an opportunity togive back and to hopefully positively contribute.Promotion from within is essential to preserve ourindustry and I am grateful for having been giventhe opportunity to serve as a Board Member.”With a Bachelor Degree in Political Science,specializing in International Business, as well asindustry training through a NHLA Short Course,it was a combination of her education andsupport of her father that led VanDystadt to thelumber industry.“My father was in the industry for many years and knew the owners at DV Hardwoods. I was approached by the owner to sell on acommission basis and open the United States market because I spoke English and French – English to be able to communicate withcustomers and French to communicate with the mill and the employees at the office. I thought it would be a great interim job until Ifound a ‘real’ job and almost 15 years later here I am,” VanDystadt saidVanDystadt believes the hardwood lumber industry is one in which its members want to see success among peers.“I have been able to meet several people who have taken me under their wing and helped me along the way. I strongly feel that oneof the greatest things about this industry is that no matter a competitor, customer or colleague everyone is quite open to fosteringrelationships and helping each other along. Throughout the years I have been fortunate to be able to meet some great individuals who Ihave come to respect and from whom I have learned quite a bit,” Vandystadt said.Vandystadt also believes that women seeking to enter the hardwood lumber industry should go for it because it values family andsupports mothers.“I think it is an industry in which women are respected and valued. I also believe that if you can find the right fit with a company andthey are flexible in terms of the hours and time you put in, you can balance a career and family and be able to do well at both. My rolein sales has allowed me to be a mother who can put her children on the bus and be home most afternoons for them. And it allows me tobe able to tuck them in at night while being able to work during the day while they are in school and after they are asleep,” VanDystadt said.WWW.NHLA.COM MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS 11

“My daughter was about five years old and she told me she washappy I did not have a career like her friend’s mom because I wasalways there when the bus dropped her at home. I told her I didhave a career and she promptly responded that she knew that butit was not a ‘real’ one…my first reaction was shock and trying toexplain that of course my career was real, but then I realized thatwhatever I was doing was working– I could have a career in theindustry, be myself and more importantly not take away fromwhat my children needed, being a mom,” VanDystadt added.VanDystadt said, like most modern industries, the hardwoodlumber industry doesn’t provide gender specific challenges.“I think our industry needs good people – women and men. It isan industry that will benefit from new ideas, energy and youth. Istrongly feel it is no longer an industry in which only men can beconsidered as leaders. It has come a long way in accepting strongtalent and leadership by either women or men. To be honestI cannot remember any instances in which being a woman inthis industry has been more of a challenge than perhaps in anyother. I think if anything being a woman has provided for itsshare of opportunities. And I think sales in particular as womenare a minority we are more easily identifiable and recognized orremembered,” VanDystadt said.“I don’t feel that any one particular job within our industryis better suited for a woman or man. I believe that withinour industry a person can find an opportunity to meet hisor her potential –stacking lumber, grading, operations, sales,international business, marketing, accounting…the opportunitiesare countless,” VanDystadt said.I drew the line because I knew I’d spend every Friday (when theyard closes early) on the forklift or in a truck. So, my excuse isthat I’m not trained for those positions.A graduate of Wake Forest University, Vollinger has worked in thehardwood lumber industry since 1987 and credits her father forserving as her mentor through her career.“My father’s integrity and honesty is well-recognized in the lumberindustry. He is fair, deeply caring and wants to help everyone. Hewould give the shirt off his back to help a stranger. He cherishesthe work environment as one big family. And he tries hard to lookout for and protect his employees,” Vollinger said.Vollinger is grateful for her training at the NHLA InspectorTraining School, as she used it in her early career forcredibility purposes.“Years ago, dealing in small order distribution, I would runinto old school male woodworkers. They automatically assumedI didn’t know anything about lumber. Attending the NHLAInspector Training School was the best thing I did to gaincredibility. I had to be careful and had to act humble whenexplaining the Grades because they would take offense if Iappeared to know more than they did. There was one guy whowas so impressed that I knew what moisture content we driedthe lumber, that he thought I was amazing. To this day, he stillmentions it when I run into him,” Vollinger said.Kim Vollinger of W.M. Cramer Lumber Co.Vollinger is not the first person in her family to serve on theNHLA Board of Managers but she is the first woman in her familyto do so. While her father, Wendell Cramer’s photo hangs in theNHLA headquarters among the other Presidents dating back to1898 and her husband Mark Vollinger is well-respected among hispeers, having served on the Board of Managers, as well, she holdsher own and is arguably one of the most admired and dignifiedlumbermen in North America.But, it was never an intention of Vollinger’s to follow in herfather’s footsteps.“None of my family members expected me to go into the business.After graduating from college, I agreed to help the companywith a sales tax audit. Afterwards, I began working with theCPA, formatting financial reports and learning more about thebusiness. One of the employees had to leave, so I jumped in andtook over her duties. I basically started in the office and branchedout to learn all the positions. I eventually graduated from theNHLA Inspector Training School, as well as its Leadership &Development Program. I then went on to learn all of the jobs inthe company, except driving the forklifts and trucks. That’s where12 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

“Other than that the only other challengeis that I don’t play golf, but maybe that’s agood thing,” Vollinger added.Vollinger believes there are many benefits tobeing a woman in the lumber industry, butgender balance is most important.“This may sound a little sexist, but somemen would prefer to talk with a woman orsee a pretty face. I guess it helps get yourfoot in the door sometimes, but you stillhave to deliver a quality product to keepthe business. Women make up a huge partof the buying population in general. It’salways good to have multiple perspectives.And in general, women are more verbal.Often they gain more information throughphone conversations than men, allowingthe opportunity to get the right product tothe customer. But sometimes, they just talktoo much. Often, women are more detailorientedand thorough. They are definitelybetter at sorting colors in a labor setting.But, I must qualify all this to say that ingeneral women are petty and more difficultto get along with. So, as a whole, we needa good balance of both men and women inour industry,” Vollinger said.As a member of NHLA’s Board of Managers, Vollinger works hard topartner with her peers for the betterment of the industry as a whole.“I feel a responsibility to NHLA Members and even non-members inthe hardwood lumber industry. It’s important that we protect thesebusinesses and our industry from the unlimited obstacles that weface daily.”So, as NHLA is well into its second century, one thing remains thesame about the Board of Managers, it is ever-evolving, eye-opening,knowledgeable and working hard on behalf of its members and theindustry as a whole…even if some of the faces are prettier and don’treflect the historical pictures that hang on the walls in Memphis.The ‘Good Ole Boy’ days are long past, treasured and replaced witha modern organization that is evolving with the world.1-877-795-0274 795 (tel)603-720-5977 (fax)info@csi-llc.comc.comwww.csi-llc.comw.cBUILDING THE EQUIPMENTTHAT PRESERVES ANDTREATS YOURWOOD• Hydro-Thermo Treatment• Vacuum/Pressure Treatment• Creosote Tie and Pole Treatment• Low Pressure Treatment withOil & Pigments• Ammonia & Smoke Treatment• Hydraulic Doors & Rail Bridges• Plant Control SystemsCrystal Oldham is the Executive Director of the Hardwood Forest Foundation and the formerNHLA Director of Education. As the DOE she oversaw all things education for the Association,including the Inspector Training School and Continuing Education programs. Prior to joiningNHLA, Crystal served as Consumer Education Coordinator for the State of Tennessee Departmentof Financial Institutions. Previously, she served as News Director for Thunderbolt Broadcasting.As News Director, Crystal gathered, wrote and produced newscasts for the company’s three radiostations. She also served as a Staff Reporter for Northwest Tennessee Times and Freelance Writerfor the Weakley County Press. Crystal holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with anemphasis in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Tennessee at Martin.WWW.NHLA.COM MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS 13

RULESCORNERNHLA IN THE INTERNATIONAL ARENABy Dana Spessert, NHLA Chief InspectorAs the export market for North American hardwood lumber continuesto increase, this month’s Rules Corner will focus on NHLA Rules,Inspections and Services in the international arena.Question: What is the Intention of NHLA in China?Answer: NHLA has always served as the standard for the NorthAmerican hardwood industry; expanding NHLA Rules and services tomarkets where North American hardwood lumber is now being tradedis a natural progression. The international expansion of NHLA is notlimited to China; the Association is also expanding throughout the world.Question: Are Shipments of Hardwood Lumber Allowed to be OffGrade by 4 Percent?Answer: No, there is never an allowance. Orders of hardwood lumbershould always be shipped On-Grade and measured accurately. The 4percent mentioned in the Rules Book is not a rule at all, it is the secondmeasure used by NHLA Inspectors to determine the outcome of a dispute.The first measure used in establishing the outcome of an official DisputeInspection performed by a NHLA Inspector is that 80 percent must beof the grade, thickness and species ordered. If the shipment fails to meetthis requirement the shipment is to be rejected by the customer andreturned to the shipper. This is stated clearly in the Sales Code,“If the result of the dispute inspection reveals that less than 80percent of the total footage in the shipment is in accordance with thespecifications of the order, the seller shall reimburse the buyer for anyfreight paid by the buyer on the shipment, and the shipment shall beheld for the disposition of the shipper, who is to pay all expenses of theinspection and labor charges at actual cost or at the rate of $15.00 perM feet, whichever is less.”Question: Why Do I Have to Wait to Have My Lumber Inspected?Answer: A challenge that the NHLA Inspection Team faces is thelimited number of available Inspectors to cover very large territories. Inthe case of International Inspections the number of available Inspectorsis even smaller. The Inspection Team makes every effort to rotateInspectors on a regular basis in order to keep someone available at alltimes which can be challenging as the cost of travel continues to increase.b-1600 and nhla grading courseSecuringyour FutureBuy a NEW B-1600, aNd BrEWco Will payfor tuitioN aNd Books for oNE pErsoN to attENdthE Nhla 14-WEEk gradiNg coursE!• The Brewco B-1600 is as fast as a linebar resaw andprovides up to 20% more yield than a circle saw• The person you invest in is the person that willwork for youEfficient equipment and ensuring an education...the right thing to do for securing your future!Nhla fall tErmBEgiNssEptEmBEr 9!HEADQUARTERS:607 Front St.Central City, KY 42330800.237.6880www.brewcoinc.commADE inAmERiCA14 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

RULESCORNERQuestion: Why is My Customer Complaining about the 2 CommonI Shipped by the Book?Answer: Sometimes a customer does not understand the differencebetween 2 Common and 2a Common. The customer might thinkthat all 2 Common is going to contain 50 percent clear wood and issurprised to see 50 percent sound when the shipment is received. It is agood idea to make sure that a customer requesting 2 Common and not2a Common understands that the 2 Common order will contain 2aand 2b Common grades combined.Question: How Can I Request an Inspection in China or AnyInternational Location?Answer: If your company would like to schedule an international ordomestic inspection, please contact Chief Inspector, Dana Spessertdirectly. He can be reached by phone at 901-399-7551 or by emailat d.spessert@nhla.com.You Bring THE WOOD ...LogSavers®/FlitchSavers®We’ll Bring THE PROTECTIONProtect your logs (and your fingers),with LogSavers ® and FlitchSavers ® .1-888-END-COAT sales@uccoatings.comwww.uccoatings.comWWW.NHLA.COM MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS 15

FOUNDATIONFOCUSHARDWOOD FOREST FOUNDATION AWARDS $15,500 IN COLLEgESCHOLARSHIPS THROUgH EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIP PROgRAMThe Hardwood Forest Foundation recently awarded $15,500 incollege scholarships through its Educator Scholarship Program.The program, which provides educational funding to future teachers,is designed to educate the educator on the benefits of harvesting forests.“The Educator Scholarships awarded by the Foundation are oneof the most effective vehicles for increasing awareness on thehardwood lumber industry’s practices of regenerating hardwoodforests,” said Charley Fiala of GMC Hardwoods, Inc. andFoundation Vice President.“Applicants are asked how they will utilize the Foundation’s TruthAbout Trees curriculum kit in their classrooms. Consequently, fromthe beginning of the application process the Foundation has instilledthe message of sustainable forestry to a future teacher.”THE NEXT GENERATIONIN HIGH TECH SAWINGWM4OOOGo online or calltoday for moreinformation.HIGHTECHOPERATORINTERFACEHorizontal Thin-Kerf Headrig• High Tech, Deluxe Joystick Controls• 7.5" HMI Touch-Screen Control Panel• PLC Setworks• Heavy-Duty Bed with Fixed Height• Built in Off-Feed Conveyor• Massive Log Clamp• Spacious Operator Cab• Servo Up/Down Drive• Dual Bi-Directional Chain TurnersThe Foundation’s mission of educating young people on the truthssurrounding the forest products industry is the core of its EducatorScholarship Program, as it seeks to provide scientific information toteachers through educational materials and support.“In awarding the scholarships the Foundation is accomplishing itsgoal of getting the often not heard message that we, in the hardwoodIndustry, are more than responsible stewards of the precioushardwood forests in North America,” Fiala said.This year’s recipients are as follows:$1,500 Recipient• Jaclyn Stallard | Lesley University$1,000 Recipients• Jeanelle Smith | Western Governors University• Maria White | Morehead State University• Nicole Cannonier | Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge• Marlana Letelier | University of Texas• Pepper Ray | Alabama A&M University• Kelly Santana | Kean University• Bonnie Bourgeous | University of Utah• Donna Newbold | Mercer University• Erica Curp | Arizona State University• Miranda Hurst | Carson-Newman University• Flavia Clasa-Florea | Southern Methodist University• Olivia Boyd | University of Portland• Ashley Saculla | Chaminade University of Honolulu• Anonymous | Queens UniversityTo learn more about the Foundation’s Educator Scholarship Program,visit www.hardwoodforest.org.800.553.0182 WoodmizerIndustrial.com© Copyright 2013 Wood-Mizer LLC16 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COMBLA 34413 Hardwood MattersWM4000.indd 13/1/13 12:12 PM

FOUNDATIONFOCUSINDIANA HARDWOOD LUMBERMEN’S ASSOCIATION STRENgTHENSTIES WITH HARDWOOD FOREST FOUNDATIONThroughout the past three years, the Hardwood Forest Foundation hasbeen working closely with the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association(IHLA) as a means to educate children throughout the state of Indiana.This partnership, which is intertwined through the Foundation’s TruthAbout Trees program, recently became stronger, as IHLA made a threeyear financial commitment of $1,500 per year.To learn more about the Foundation’s Truth About Trees program, visitwww.hardwoodforest.org or call 901-507-0312.“IHLA is working hard to educate children on the forest products industryand most importantly, the benefits of properly harvesting trees,” said CrystalOldham, Foundation Director.“So, the Foundation has been supplying the organization with Truth AboutTrees kits to take into classrooms across the state. And now, with the financialcommitment to the Foundation, IHLA is helping fund this program. TheFoundation’s Board of Directors is extremely grateful. Its ultimate goal is toeducate and spread the message that properly harvesting forests is necessaryand actually beneficial to the environment. Anything beyond that, especiallyfinancial backing, is a pleasant bonus,” Oldham added.Just last month, the Foundation shipped 75 Truth About Trees kits to IHLA.They will be distributed across the state through IHLA’s ‘Green Team.’“IHLA has established an aggressive forestry education program. It is a grassroots, community based approach to learning the facts and understandingthe benefits derived from properly managing trees. Members volunteer atlocal elementary schools, give Arbor Day presentations, present at careerday events, as well as work with colleges and universities on career pathdevelopment,” said Mike Powers, IHLA President and General Manager ofMaley & Wertz Hardwood Lumber in Evansville, IN.“IHLA’s efforts dovetail beautifully with the fine work that is beingaccomplished by the Hardwood Forest Foundation in the eight to tenyear old range. The Foundation’s programs and presentations make it easyfor IHLA’s Green Team volunteers to go into local schools and make adifference. The kits that are provided are free of charge, yet provide thetools and information vital to sharing the TRUTH about our renewable,sustainable forests. As an IHLA member, I am confident that by workingtogether with the Foundation we can make a difference in the lives ofchildren and the communities in which they live,” Powers added.Excellencein every dropIHLA is a non-profit trade organization comprised of sawmills, wholesalebrokers, equipment vendors, secondary manufacturers, loggers, landownersand others who recognize the benefits of working together on issues andprojects for the good of the hardwood industry. Today, IHLA has membersin 27 states and three Canadian provinces.WWW.NHLA.COM MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS 17

CALENDARWHERE IN THE WoRLD IS NHLA?NHLA Rules Committee MeetingNHLA HeadquartersMemphis, TN | May 7Participating: Dana Spessert,Chief InspectorInterzumCologne, germany | May 13–16Participating: Dana Spessert,Chief InspectorGlobal Timber ForumRome, Italy | May 22–23Participating: Mark Barford, CAE,Executive DirectorAHEC 18th Southeast Asia & GreaterChina ConventionHarbin, China | June 20Attending: Mark Barford, CAE,Executive DirectorDana Spessert, Chief InspectorNational Council of ForestryWest Virginia ForestryAssociation MeetingCanaan Valley Resort, WV | July 13Participating: Mark Barford, CAE,Executive DirectorAssociation ExecutivesAnnual MeetingHot Springs, VA | July 24–26Attending: Mark Barford, CAE,Executive DirectorLA Hardwood Lumberman’s ClubGolf TournamentCosta Mesa, CA | September 19Costa Mesa Country ClubParticipating: Crystal oldham,Executive Director,Hardwood Forest Foundation2013 NHLA Annual Convention& Exhibit ShowcaseFort Worth, TX | october 2–4www.nhlaconvention.comINDUSTRY EVENTSLignaHannover, germany | May 6–10Greenbuild Expo 2013Manchester, England | May 8–9Timber ExpoBirmingham, EnglandSeptember 24–2518 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

CALENDAREDUCATIoN & TRAININgBasic Hardwood Lumber DryingMountain View, Mo | June 4–5Smith Flooring, Inc.Instructor: Brian BondContact: Steve Fritz | 573-634-3252sfritz@moforest.orgAdvanced Hardwood Lumber DryingMountain View, Mo | June 6Smith Flooring, Inc.Instructor: Brian BondContact: Steve Fritz | 573-634-3252sfritz@moforest.org4-Day Lumber Grading Short CourseMillersburg, ohio | June 10–13Yoder Lumber Co., Inc.Instructor: Barry Kibbey, National InspectorContact: gayla Flemming | 614-497-9580info@ohioforest.orgFlex Day Lumber Grading Short CourseIndiana Wood ProductsMiddlebury, IN | June 24–28Instructor Barry Kibbey, National InspectorContact: Lisa Browne | 901-399-7567l.browne@nhla.comChinese Inspector Training SchoolSummer ProgramMemphis, TN | July 15 – August 15NHLA HeadquartersInstructor: Rich Hascher, NHLA InstructorContact: Dana Spessert, Chief Inspector901-399-7551 | d.spessert@nhla.com4-Day Lumber Grading Short CourseSandy Lake, PA | July 22–25McKeever Environmental Learning CenterInstructor: Barry Kibbey, National InspectorContact: Fran Byers | 724-376-1000info@mckeever.orgFlex Day Lumber Grading Short CourseMemphis, TN | August 26–30NHLA HeadquartersInstructor: Rich Hascher, NHLA InstructorContact: Lisa Browne | 901-399-7567l.browne@nhla.com4/5 Day Lumber Grading Short CourseElkins, WV | September 9–13West Virginia Wood Tech CenterInstructor: Barry Kibbey, National InspectorContact: Matt Wyatt | 304-637-7500matt@wvwoodtech.comInspector Training School – Fall ClassMemphis, TN | September 9 – December 13NHLA HeadquartersInstructor: Rich Hascher, NHLA InstructorContact: Becky Miller | 901-399-7569b.miller@nhla.comThe NHLA Inspector Training SchoolDiscover the tradition and futureof the hardwood industry• Hands-On Learning• Start and Finish Fast• Instructors with Real-World Experience• Program Accredited by the ACCSC• 100% Job Placement Rate* Statistic applies to the 2012 Spring ITS ClassITS FALLNOW ENROLLING FOR THE 2013 FALL PROGRAMSeptember 9 – December 13Enroll online at www.nhla.com/applynowWWW.NHLA.COM MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS 19

JOB BOARDLumber InspectorCairo Dry Kilns is seeking a lumber inspector to grade kiln dried & greenlumber. A NHLA Inspector Training School graduate is preferred butnot required. Experience is a plus. Salary is negotiable and based onexperience. Interested candidates should contact Tim Pleimann attim@farrowlumber.com.Cairo Dry Kilns, Inc.PO Box 547 | Cairo, IL 62914618-734-1039 | 618-734-1053 (fax)Lumber InspectorBoehm-Madisen Lumber Co. of Waukesha, Wisconsin is seeking a lumberinspector. Qualified candidates will be graduates of the NHLA InspectorTraining School. Salary is negotiable. To apply, e-mail resume tojohn@boehm-madisen.com.Boehm-Madisen Lumber Co.N16W22100 Jericho Drive | Waukesha, WI 53186262-544-4660 | 262-544-0795 (fax)www.boehm-madisen.comLumber InspectorBuskirk Lumber is seeking a lumber inspector who would also be able tolearn how to saw and operate other mill equipment. Qualified candidateswill have a minimum of two years of lumber grading experience. Someequipment experience is preferred. Buskirk Lumber is a fast growing,employee friendly sawmill. Salary is negotiable and based on experience.To apply, email resume to: mike@buskirklumber.com, or send via fax to:616-765-3380, or mail to: 319 Oak St. Freeport, MI 49325Buskirk Lumber319 Oak St | Freeport, MI 49325616-765-5103 | 616-765-3380 (fax)Head SawyerCentral Wisconsin Lumber, Inc. is seeking an experienced Head Sawyer.Salary is negotiable and based on experience. To apply, email resume to:cwl1621@aol.com.Central Wisconsin Lumber, Inc.162 E County Hwy U | Marathon, WI 54448715-443-3631 | 715-443-2175 (fax)Lumber InspectorCentral Wisconsin Lumber, Inc. is seeking a lumber inspector, who is agraduate of the NHLA Inspector Training School. Salary is negotiable andbased on experience. To apply, email resume to: cwl1621@aol.com.Central Wisconsin Lumber, Inc.162 E County Hwy U | Marathon, WI 54448715-443-3631 | 715-443-2175 (fax)Sawmill Reopening – Immediate Positions AvailableForester, Sawyers, Lumber Inspectors, Saw Filer and Machine Operators.Baillie Lumber Co. and The Wagner Companies have teamed up toreopen the Greene Lumber Co. sawmill in Davenport, NY. This reopeningrepresents an opportunity to join a team of proven industry leaderswith an exciting future. We provide an excellent comprehensivecompensation package. Contact: Jeff at jlisk@greenelumber.com 607-278-6101.Lumber InspectorHermitage Hardwood Lumber Sales, a hardwood concentration yard inmiddle Tennessee, has an opening for an experienced hardwood lumberinspector. Knowledge of both green and kiln dried lumber of all speciesincluding walnut is a plus. Competitive salary plus benefits dependingupon experience. Please submit resume to wesley@hermitagehardwood.com.Hermitage Hardwood Lumber SalesP.O. Box 698 | Cookeville, TN 38503931-526-6832 | 931-526-4769 (fax)www.hermitagehardwood.comLumber InspectorA.D. Bowman & Son Lumber Co., Inc. is seeking a NHLA trained LumberInspector to grade hardwood lumber in upstate New York in a familybusiness. Candidates must be a graduate of the NHLA Inspector TrainingSchool. Salary is starting at $14 per hour. A.D. Bowman & Son LumberCo., Inc. was founded in 1926, and is now working with the fourthgeneration in a family business, running a sawmill and pallet mill withover 30 employees. Qualified candidates interested in working in a familyenvironment in beautiful upstate New York should send resume to:BowmanLumber@gmail.com or call Adam at 607-760-6660.A.D. Bowman & Son Lumber Co., Inc.1690 US Hwy 11 | Castle Creek, NY 13744607-692-2595 | 607-692-4176 (fax)www.bowmanlumber.orgCurrent job openings are posted by NHLA member companies atwww.nhla.com free of charge. All positions are posted for 30 days andopenings can be renewed if necessary. Questions regarding job postingsshould be directed to Renee Hornsby at r.hornsby@nhla.com.20 MAY 2013 HARDWOOD MATTERS WWW.NHLA.COM

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暑 期 学 校SUMMER SCHOOLCHINESE INSPECTORTRAINING SCHOOLSUMMER CLASSThis summer, NHLA will host a Chinese InspectorTraining School Class at NHLA headquarters inMemphis, TN – July 15 to August 15 with the useof Chinese language interpreters. Class hours will be8am to 6pm, Monday through Saturday. Students ofthe program will also participate in scheduled NHLAmember company visits and have the opportunityto network with North American suppliers.Space is limited, enroll early! NHLA would liketo encourage domestic members to share thisinformation with their Chinese lumber buyers oroverseas agents/employees.Register online at nhla.com or contact NHLA ChiefInspector Dana Spessert for more information at901-399-7551 or email d.spessert@nhla.comNational Hardwood Lumber Associationwww.nhla.com