National Hardwood Magazine - October 2023

Devereaux Sawmill 

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~Red Oak 

~White Oak 

~Walnut 

~Tulip Poplar 

Rift & Quartered 

~Red Oak 

~White Oak 

~Cherry 

~Walnut 

~Hard Maple 

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Ripped to Width 

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Devereaux Sawmill 

Specializes in: 

4/4 - 10/4 

White Hard Maple 

4/4 - 8/4 Distribution 

yard quality, color 

sorted material in the 

following species: 

~Basswood 

~Cherry 

~Hickory 

~Soft Maple 

~Red Oak 

~White Oak 

~Walnut 

~Tulip Poplar 

Rift & Quartered 

~Red Oak 

~White Oak 

~Cherry 

~Walnut 

~Hard Maple 

Rustic Sorts 

Ripped to Width 

Mixed Loads Welcome 

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Contents 

National Hardwood Magazine OCTOBER 2023 Volume 97 No. 9 

Features & Industry Events 

About The Cover 

DEVEREAUX SAWMILL 

Devereaux Sawmill is a quality focused 

hardwood lumber producer located in the 

heart of Michigan, a region long known for 

growing fine hardwood timber. From a humble 

beginning over 55 years ago, the Devereaux 

family has worked hard, reinvested and grown 

the company to be one of the largest in the 

northern state. The combination of sawmill 

operation and concentration yard provides the 

perfect scenario to procure a wide range of 

high quality hardwoods in almost every option 

imaginable. Striving to please the most discerning customer, Devereaux 

carries a vast inventory composed of all domestic species in thicknesses 

from 4/4-10/4. In addition to traditionally sawn lumber, Devereaux 

offers live sawn Rustic and Rift and Quarter Sawn. Finish Quality 

Surface and Ripped to Width or Pulled to Width services are also 

available. The focus at Devereaux is not on grade alone but also color, 

texture and any other requirement a customer might request. Because 

that’s the goal - to provide exactly what the customer needs when they 

need it. 

Check out the virtual pack link on our website to see a sample of what 

Devereaux has to offer. www.devereauxsawmill.com/virtual-packs/ 

For prices and availability, please contact our sales staff at (989)593- 

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In the Lake States region, sources from different states 

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gain popularity, notably in her higher-grade products. 

“Our inventory is a little heavy right now, but some 

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In the Northeast region, various sources from different 

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their markets were starting to cool down. Additionally, 

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In the Southeast region, various Hardwood representatives 

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A Hardwood sales representative in Tennessee 

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export markets. 

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On the West Coast, different sources provided insights 

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News from suppliers about prices, trends, sales and inventories 

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McMinnville, to get TN the stocks they need. Sawmill contacts 

Glen Thompson and Tommy Stiles, A.W. Stiles Contractors Inc., 

say they have not produced excessive amounts of most 

species. whose topic Some was expressed Growing the concern Global Pie. of having adequate 

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Ash inventories are reported as low for kiln-dried lumber 

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Reelsville, IN. Tom Oilar of Cole Hardwood, located in Logansport, 

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October is upon us and the fall season is in full swing 

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Demand for this species, along with overall sawmill production, 

noted contacts, has been down this past year. 

manufacturers, loggers and landowners, among others in 

Demand for the regionally important Hard Maple is 

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the industry. 

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well as R1E 

and R2E. Kevin Kiesinger 

They also offer 

Thermally Modified lumber products. 

Kiesinger has worked for BSL for 

10 years, where he first started in 

the lumber production yard. He then 

went on to lumber inspector training, 

followed by several years as transportation 

logistics director before being 

promoted to domestic sales. 

Kiesinger graduated from Midd- 

West High School, in Middleburg, 

PA. 

Kiesinger enjoys spending time 

with his family, bowling, and playing 

slow pitch softball. He has been married 

to Danielle Kiesinger for nine 

years and has one daughter, Hailey 

Kiesinger. 

BSL is a member of Keystone 

Wood Products Association, Pennsylvania 

Forest Products Association, 

Forest Stewardship Council, 

Hardwood Manufacturers Association, 

National Hardwood Lumber Association 

and Sustainable Forestry 

Initiative. 

For more information, call 570- 

374-1108 ext. 1166, email kkiesing 

er@bingamanlumber.com or visit 

www.bingamanlumber.com. 

NWH Acquires Post 

Hardwoods 

NWH, headquartered in Frisco, 

TX, a premier manufacturer and 

supplier of Hardwood lumber to 

North America, Europe and Asia, 

proudly announced the recent 

acquisition of Post Hardwoods, a 

long-standing Hardwood supplier 

and manufacturer based in Hamilton, 

MI. 

Post Hardwoods, established 

in 1980 by brothers Bob and Junior 

Post, is 

renowned 

for delivering 

Nathan Jeppson high-quality 

and diverse 

Hardwood lumber and logs from 

the Glacial region to their customers. 

The company’s 13,500-squarefoot 

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 Hardwoods’ 

deep experience in sawing high 

quality lumber and superior sourcing 

capabilities broadens NWH’s supply 

chain. 

“We’re delighted to be joining the 

NWH family,” said Bob Post, CEO of 

Post Hardwoods. “This move paves 

the way for exciting new opportunities 

for our team while allowing us to 

uphold our unwavering commitment 

to quality. Together, we can better 

serve our customers and lead the 

Hardwood industry into the future.” 

“As a long-term customer and 

partner of Post Hardwoods, we 

have first-hand experience with 

the exceptional quality their mill delivers,” continued 

Jeppson. “This acquisition underscores the strength of 

our long-standing relationship and mutual commitment 

to industry excellence.” 

Founded in 1967, NWH has committed to streamlin- 

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HMA UPDATE 

Join Us To Strategize! 

I’ve already received several 2024 

calendars – I’m guessing you have, too – so 

I’d like you to take a moment and ‘ink’ in the 

dates of HMA’s 2024 National Conference 

and Expo. Our 2 ½ day event will take 

place March 25-27, at the Charleston 

Place Hotel, Charleston, South Carolina. 

And all Hardwood industry stakeholders 

are welcome to join us. Here are a few of 

the up-front details. 

Our 2024 Conference theme is “Pathways to 

Success.” And for the past several months I’ve been 

lining up speakers and presentations regarding issues of 

importance to the HMA membership, and the Hardwood 

industry at large – leadership, technology, trends, the 

economy – and also presenters that offer ‘pathways’ to 

overcome those issues. It’s going to be an interesting 

gathering, and your participation will make it even more 

so. Join us to strategize. 

To whet your appetite a little more, here is some 

information about our historic and inspiring venue: 

•The Charleston Place Hotel - located in 

the heart of Charleston’s historic district, 

“stirs the senses and lives forever in the 

minds and souls of all who gather at this 

independent, iconic landmark. It captivates 

the heart and imagination. And through 

sumptuous accommodations, delicious food 

and drink, restorative wellness services, 

and warm, generous hospitality, the Hotel is 

redefining the legendary service, experiences - and the 

city - with a renewed passion, purpose and intention.” 

(charlestonplace.com) 

For more about NatCon ’24, visit HMAmembers. 

org. There you’ll find program specifics, registration, 

sponsorship opportunities, hotel information, a listing of 

participating industry suppliers, and more. 

And remember, All Hardwood lumber producers 

and processors are welcome to attend. You read that 

correctly. HMA’s National Conference and Expo is open 

to all industry stakeholders. You have my personal 

invitation to join us to strategize in Charleston. n 

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•Charleston - “Whether you’re looking to immerse 

yourself in a rich coastal culture, hop on a tour, splash 

in the waves, or find your bliss in a spa oasis, you’ll find 

what you are looking for in Charleston. Cobblestone 

streets and historic landmarks; high-end restaurants 

or festive, dockside oyster roasts; outdoor cafes and 

the best grits you’ll ever have, Charleston is waiting to 

welcome You!” (www.charlestoncvb.com) 

2024 HMA National 

Conference and Expo 

Monday–Wednesday, March 25–27 

The Charleston Place | 205 Meeting St | Charleston, SC 29401 

BY LINDA JOVANOVICH, 

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, 

HARDWOOD MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION, 

PITTSBURGH, PA 

412-244-0440 

WWW.HMAMEMBERS.ORG 


Conference Highlights 

Economic Predictions: Hits & Misses 

Raw Material Trends 

Federal Funding Programs 

Industry Updates 

Panel on Generational Communications 

Sawmilling in the Pacific Northwest 

Register online at HMAmembers.org 

412.244.0440 | info@hardwood.org | HMAmembers.org 

Williamsburg Place, Suite 108 | Warrendale, PA 15086 




AHEC REPORT 

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With Technical Support From AHEC, Groundbreaking Mass 

Timber Office Building In London Makes Extensive Use Of 

Thermally Modified American Tulipwood 

The seven-story structure, commissioned 

by commercial real estate firm The Office 

Group (TOG), lays out a roadmap for the 

office environment of today. In fact, architects 

Waugh Thistleton (WTA) say it demonstrates 

how all buildings of its type and 

scale could and should now be constructed. 

The focus is on combining technical performance, 

environmental ethos and functionality, 

while taking into account the changing 

way people are living and working and perceiving 

the workplace. 

Well-being lies at the heart of the design. 

It’s about the materials used; what they 

are – predominantly 

bio-based 

– their aesthetic, how 

they’re perceived and 

how they make occupants 

feel. From the 

façade to the interiors, 

these are not just individual 

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The key structural elements include a CLT 

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frame for the façades. 

An eye-catching feature externally – and 

key contributor to the building’s energy performance 

– are the brise soleil fins in thermally-modified 

American Tulipwood. These 

are individually shaped using parametric 

modelling and are vertically or horizontally 

mounted according to the angle at which the 

sun strikes the building through the day. So 

they help maximize the building’s use of natural 

light, but break it up and control energy 

gain, minimizing the need for non-recyclable 

solar control coating on windows. 

AHEC worked with Waugh Thistleton in a technical 

advisory role on the specification of Tulipwood. It was 

chosen due to its technical performance and sustainability, 

with the species comprising 7 percent of the overall 

U.S. Hardwood forest. It has not been widely used thermo-treated, 

but where it has, such as in the Maggie’s 

Centre in Oldham and playground structures at Chisenhale 

school in London, it’s been shown to be durable, 

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HARDWOOD FEDERATION INFO 

 

THE CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT: 

A law you’ve never heard of, but need to pay attention to 

The Hardwood Federation would 

like to highlight a little-known reporting 

requirement that will be imposed 

on small and medium-sized 

businesses at the beginning of next 

year. The requirement results from 

enactment in 2021 of the Corporate 

Transparency ACT or CTA. The statute 

was signed into law to combat money laundering, 

tax fraud and other corruption as well as terrorist activity. 

In general, the law requires most existing and new corporate 

entities in the United States beginning January 

1, 2024, to file reports with the federal government regarding 

their beneficial owners. Reports are to be filed 

with the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes 

Enforcement Network, or FinCEN. 

The impetus behind this new law was a sense from a 

majority in Congress at the time that criminals were increasingly 

exploiting corporate structures such as shell 

and front companies to hide their identities and move 

money through the U.S. financial system. As many U.S. 

states do not require corporations and similar entities to 

disclose information about their beneficial owners, Congress 

concluded that federal legislation providing for the 

collection of beneficial ownership information (BOI) for 

entities formed under the laws of U.S. states was necessary. 

Proponents of the CTA, and eventually Congress, 

viewed such legislation as necessary 

to protect vital U.S. national security 

interests, better enable law enforcement 

efforts to counter money laundering 

and the financing of terrorism 

and bring the U.S. into compliance 

with international anti-money laundering/combatting 

the financing of 

terrorism (AML/CFT) standards. 

So who must comply? Generally speaking, every 

existing, amended or new corporation, Limited Liability 

Company (LLC) or other entity created by filing registration 

papers with a secretary of state (or foreign entity 

registering to do business in the state), must file a report 

with FinCEN. The report must include the business 

name, current address, state of formation and Employer 

Identification Number of each entity, as well as the 

name, birth date, address and government issued photo 

ID (such as a driver’s license or passport) of every direct 

or indirect Beneficial Owner of the entity. The law 

defines “beneficial owner” as any individual who, directly 

or indirectly, either exercises substantial control over 

the reporting company or owns or controls at least 25 

percent of its ownership interests. While the required 

information is not terribly onerous, what has the business 

community’s increasing attention is the penalties 

for non-compliance. Failure by a “reporting company” to 


BY DANA LEE COLE, 


HARDWOOD FEDERATION, 

WASHINGTON, DC 

202-463-5186 

WWW.HARDWOODFEDERATION.WILDAPRICOT.ORG 

(800) 777-NYLE 

www.nyle.com 

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AND BUILD YOUR WORLD 

I have 7 kids ages: 23, 21, 20, 

14, 12, 7, and 5 - three girls and 

four boys. They are so different. 

My oldest daughter is tall, skinny, 

blonde, average intelligence, 

above average work ethic, no 

musical ability, eats everything, 

and slow to get a joke. Her sister, who is two years 

younger is the exact opposite. She is short, stalky, brunette, 

above average intelligence, average work ethic, 

tons of musical ability, picky eater, and quick to get a 

joke. I could go on about each kid, but you get the picture. 

All parents know that one solution does not fit all kids. 

You can’t recreate the same outcome by doing the same 

thing with different kids. That is what makes parenting so 

hard and frustrating. You do the same thing and get seven 

different results. Most people don’t have seven kids; 

I am a glutton for punishment. However, having seven 

kids has prepared me to be a great association executive 

director because it has taught me to adapt to each kid 

according to their needs and desires. The same thing is 

true about businesses, associations and coalitions. 

A one-size-fits-all solution does not work for your employees, 

business, or Hardwood associations. The Real 

American Hardwood Coalition (RAHC) recognizes that 

and is working to allow for flexibility in fundraising. We 

are two months into the “Build Your World” campaign 

on Magnolia Network, HGTV, Hulu Live, and YouTube 

streaming services. The commercials 

are great and get the attention 

we need. If you have not 

seen them, check them out at 

the RealAmericanHardwood. 

com website; they are top-notch. 

Additionally, RAHC’s social media 

accounts are growing in influence, producing great 

content, and getting more and more engagement. RAHC 

has accomplished a lot while keeping costs down and 

every association working in the same direction. 

We need a solution to organize and maintain long-term 

funding for the RAHC. The target of RAHC fundraising 

is $3,000,000/year. Current voluntary contributions from 

businesses have yet to be able to achieve more than 

$700,000/year. However, that was before we launched 

the consumer campaign. Hopefully, more (ALL) companies 

will contribute voluntarily to keep this going. However, 

not everyone can contribute dollars. However, I don’t 

think asking for $100 per million board feet from mills or 

$1,000 per million from suppliers to fund the RAHC is too 

much. But there are other ways to help Build Your World 

for those who choose not to donate money. 

First, make sure all your associations are contributing 

to the RAHC. We currently have 30 Hardwood-related associations 

contributing. There are more out there: state, 

forestry, equipment, logging, secondary manufacturing, 

and business associations connected to the Hardwood 

industry, and we need everyone to contribute. Growing 


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pleasurable experience. We believe a partnership with E. F. San Juan can make dreams 

a reality. If you can imagine it, we can create it. Our craftsmen, designers and sales team, 

helmed by the company’s owners and dedicated leadership team, create innovative, artistic 

and efficient solutions. We do not just seek customers; we seek partners as committed to 

their experience as we are.” 

Buddy Czubaj, General Manager, E. F. San Juan 

E. F. San Juan released a short documentary film on the company’s growth, as well as introduced a web series titled 

Real Wood: Crafted Stories with Eddie San Juan. 

E. F. San Juan Is Building A Legacy 

Established in 1976, E. F. San 

Juan, located in Youngstown, FL, offers 

Hardwood architectural mouldings, 

millwork, cabinetry, windows 

and doors. Approximately 400,000 

board feet of domestic Hardwoods 

are purchased annually by E. F. 

San Juan. Species utilized in the 

manufacturing process include 

FAS1F Poplar, Red and White Oak, 

Hard and Soft Maple, Black Walnut, 

Cherry, Select and pecky Cypress. 

With inception dating back more 

than four decades, E. F. San Juan 

has overcome many challenges. 

Among them was a catastrophic 

category-five hurricane in October 

of 2018 that decimated the company’s 

facilities, followed swiftly by the 

By Michelle Keller 

pandemic that created significant 

challenges just as they were finding 

their sea legs again after rebuilding. 

According to company president 

Edward A. San Juan, with hardship 

came opportunities for growth. “We 

adopted a new management method 

that transformed our company 

within that time frame after the hurricane. 

The gains we experienced 

from that are invaluable, even with 

the initial setbacks from the storm. 

We regrouped with our team and 

considered our options. We laid out 

a plan for a new building. It took 

about a year to reconstruct, and everything 

was laid out and connected 

with all the things we needed to 

run efficiently.” 

The life of a tree, with each unique grain and 

texture, brings its majestic beauty to every 

home bearing the E. F. San Juan fingerprint. 

With a highly skilled and dedicated workforce, E. F. San Juan continues 

to set the standard for quality architectura l millwork in the 

markets it serves in the Southeastern Coastal U.S. and beyond. 

E. F. San Juan is a third-generation family-owned company, from 

left to right, Edward San Juan, President, Ed San Juan, CEO, and 

Eddie San Juan, production manager. (Photo by Kyle Carpenter) 

E. F. San Juan was also in the process of fortifying 

a new cabinetry manufacturing facility during this time. 

“The cabinetry building was the only one that was not 

destroyed by the hurricane, so we moved our entire staff 

and operations into that building,” Edward shared. “My 

dad (Edward F. “Ed” San Juan) was key in implementing 

how we would get our divisions into new buildings. That 

cabinetry division was something that we had just started, 

and now it is clicking right along.” The division creates 

custom cabinetry, shelving, built-ins and more for 

new-build luxury homes as well as renovations, working 

closely with architects, builders, interior designers, 

and homeowners alike to ensure a smooth process from 

concept to delivery and install. 

Edward said the cabinetry division comprises mostly 

domestic Hardwoods, but occasionally there are some 

softwoods used. “The majority of our cabinetry is manufactured 

from Cherry, Walnut, White Oak, Mahogany or 

Soft Maple,” he said. “The softwoods we use are on the 

custom end. Old growth heart Cypress is a finite commodity 

in our part of the world and is much sought after 

by architects and designers trying to stay as close to the 

original vernacular as possible when they are designing 

legacy homes.” 

The third-generation family-owned company also includes 

Edward’s eldest son, Eddie San Juan, as its current 

production manager in the millwork shop. It’s truly 

a family affair, with multiple siblings and in-laws also on 

the team. Edward shared, “My dad, Ed San Juan, founded 

the company in 1976, and I joined him a few years 

later. My wife, Mary Kathryn, is our controller and my 

brother-in-law Buddy Czubaj is the general manager. 

My son Eddie is now our production manager and my 

daughter Lydia is over purchasing in our cabinetry division. 

I also have a younger son, Mario, who is 16 and 

works here during the summers. My niece Sierra also 

just finished her summer internship with us.” 

Ed, at 84, is still involved daily at the company. Be- 

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The E. F. San Juan master craftsmen work with architects, contractors and homeowners with a passion for making dream homes a 

reality. 

E. F. San Juan Continued 

yond his role as the CEO and mentor to many young 

woodworkers throughout the years, he directly oversees 

many projects and is very hands-on in his approach. 

Looking back at his humble beginnings, countless accomplishments 

and the legacy that his family will carry 

on, he says, “The All-American dream is still alive.” 

Edward said one of the keys to keeping the operation 

successful has been teamwork. “Not only are we a family-owned 

company, but we are operated by entire families 

as well. Our longest employee celebrated 31 years 

here in 2022. We have a number of people who are in 

their 20th year and longer. These are people who were 

19 or 20 years old when we hired them. We’ve watched 

them grow up; they’ve watched my kids grow up. Our 

employees have married each other in some cases, and 

we have multiple mother/daughter and father/son teams 

here. A parent who likes working here brings their children 

in, and we have siblings who work here, so it’s truly 

family-oriented and operated.” 

E. F. San Juan has been involved in many interesting 

and noteworthy projects. In 2021 they released a 

short documentary film on the company’s growth, and in 

the summer of 2022, introduced a new web series titled 

Real Wood: Crafted Stories with Eddie San Juan, with a 

E. F. San Juan, located in Youngstown, FL, offers Hardwood architectural 

mouldings, millwork, cabinetry, windows and doors. 

(Photo by Chandler Williams) 

second season due to release online this fall. They were 

also a partner in the VIE Magazine Legacy Show Home 

in Seagrove Beach, FL, last year. 

The E. F. San Juan master craftsmen work with architects, 

contractors and homeowners with a passion 

for making dream homes a reality. The life of a tree, 

with each unique grain and texture, brings its majestic 

beauty to every home bearing the E. F. San Juan fingerprint. 

The company has evolved from modest facilities 

and equipment to a state-of-the-art facility featuring the 

world’s finest woodworking equipment. Coupled with a 

highly skilled and dedicated workforce, the company 

continues to set the standard for quality architectural 

millwork in the markets it serves in the Southeastern 

Coastal U.S. and beyond. 

“We believe building, renovating and restoring should 

be an exciting, fulfilling and pleasurable experience,” 

GM Buddy Czubaj said. “We believe a partnership with 

E. F. San Juan can make dreams a reality. If you can 

imagine it, we can create it. Our craftsmen, designers 

and sales team, helmed by the company’s owners and 

dedicated leadership team, create innovative, artistic 

and efficient solutions. We do not just seek customers; 

we seek partners as committed to their experience as 

we are.” n 

“The majority of our cabinetry is manufactured from Cherry, Walnut, 

White Oak, Soft Maple or Mahogany,” said Edward San Juan, 

President. 

For more infomation, visit www.efsanjuan.com. 

Approximately 400,000 board feet of domestic Hardwoods are purchased annually by E. F. San Juan. Species utilized in the manufacturing 

process include FAS1F Poplar, Red and White Oak, Hard and Soft Maple, Black Walnut, Cherry, Select and pecky Cypress. 




T-Sheds for air-drying Red and White Oak. 

Classic American Hardwoods’ sales team (left to right): J.K. O’Brien, Western U.S. and Canada; David Alba, Latin America; Chris Fouts, 

Asia and Oceania; Will Donoho, VP of Sales and Purchasing; Jim Tipton, Eastern U.S.; and John Hise, Europe, Middle East and Africa 

Classic American Hardwoods, Investing In 

Themselves, Their Customers And The Future 

Classic American Hardwoods Inc. (CAH), headquartered 

in Memphis, TN, was founded by Bill Courtney, 

President and CEO, in 2001. “I literally founded the company 

on my couch. We started trading some loads and 

raising some money,” Courtney said. From that humble 

beginning, CAH evolved into one of the most successful 

concentration yards in the U.S. with offices in Shanghai, 

China and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. That growth has 

not stopped, nor has the forward-thinking vision of Courtney. 

As he continues to invest in the forest products industry 

and learn from his employees, customers and vendors, 

he sees several challenges that the industry faces. 

“Three major issues of all equal importance face our industry. 

We must redirect the inaccurate narrative on the 

environmental issues and show as a community how our 

By Terry Miller 

Classic American Hardwoods’ high-speed VisionTally system, 

which was installed on their new merchandizing line, produces 

120,000 board feet. Another VisionTally system, which is set to 

be installed for three smaller merchandizing lines, will produce 

a total of 60,000 board feet. 

industry can help. We need to inspire younger people 

into becoming part of our industry. Lastly, we need to do 

a better job of earning the public and the marketplaces’ 

understanding on the true value of having solid Hardwood 

products in the home and how it will contribute to 

generations to come.” 

In the early days of CAH’s 

existence, Courtney acquired 

a proud understanding of the 

importance of having the best 

people on staff and the best 

products available. “We really 

didn’t have anyone, in the beginning. 

We were just kind of 

living on a wing and a prayer. 

We just went out and did it, and 

that first year was tenuous,” 

he remembered. CAH opened 

on September 1, and 10 days later 9/11 happened. “The 

world kind of shutdown and I thought that I was really 

going to go broke. I wasn’t afraid of being broke, but we 

made it through. Then we made it through the Great Recession,” 

Courtney went on. “Every dollar we made we 

“We seek to understand our customers’ 

needs and try to find a way to not only 

fulfill their needs, but educate them on 

what the expectations for the grades of 

each species and what alternative ideas 

might fit their needs.” 

put back into the business, evolving from working out of 

the front room of my home, to seven acres, to 50 acres. 

I was adding equipment and fixing equipment. Whatever 

needed to happen, we made it happen.” 

Courtney continues to reinvest in CAH, still making 

sure that whatever needs 

–– Bill Courtney, 

President and CEO, 

Classic American Hardwoods Inc. 

to happen, happens. “We 

bought Jorgensen and Bennet, 

F.T. Dooley Lumber Co. 

Plant, a piece of property 

from Union Pacific and property 

from the Lazarov family. 

All that property conjoined 

makes for the 50 acres that 

we sit on today,” he said. 

Courtney said that people 

have often asked him, “How 

does a startup company in 

such a laborious and asset laden business grow so 

quickly?” To which he responds, “Anyone can build a 

kiln, anyone can buy machinery. It’s what you do on the 

marketing and people side of the business. It involves 

how you build relationships with vendors and customers, 





CLASSIC AMERICAN HARDWOODS Continued 

it’s how you problem solve, it’s how efficient you make your processes. 

These are the values we have engrained in our ethos. 

These are the values that have allowed us to grow.” 

Courtney’s goal for CAH early on was to be a one-stop shop 

for their customers. “We wanted our customers to be able to 

go to one concentration yard and get quality lumber in Common 

and Better grades, 4/4 through 8/4 thicknesses, in all species,” 

he said. “We work hard to have a really diverse product 

mix in terms of grades, thicknesses and species concentrated 

in one place.” CAH’s four primary species include Poplar, Red 

and White Oak and Ash. They also handle Hard and Soft Maple, 

Cherry, Hickory, Walnut and cedar. CAH’s production capacity is 

upwards of 2.5 million board feet monthly. 

“We have spent an enormous amount of time, effort and money 

to come up with really well manufactured value-added products. 

We aren’t just jamming lumber through a planer and running 

13/16’s, we are manufacturing a clean and smooth milled 

13/16 product,” noted Courtney. 

Courtney is in the midst of making two major investments in 

CAH, after spending two and a half years designing, installing 

and training his team on an integrated merchandizing production 

line, complete with two planers, an automated gang rip and a 

3D scanner. “I wanted to be more efficient, quicker and better 

able to respond to customers,” he said. Because of the systems 

that Courtney has invested in, it truly has made CAH a one-stop 

shop. “If a customer calls and needs a truckload of Poplar, 12’ 

through 16’ gang ripped to 6-inches and surfaced, we can get 

it to them in two days. It’s not really hard for us because of the 

investments we’ve made to put these systems in place.” 

CAH makes sure that when a customer calls and wants something 

specific, they have it. “We have a million feet of lumber in 

Export load ready for a container. 

the kilns at all times. We drop two kilns a day 

and so rarely is it that we don’t have 4/4 Red 

and White Oak, Poplar, Ash or Maple,” Courtney 

went on. 

Part of Courtney’s major investments is installing 

a Weinig high-speed moulder that can run 

200 lineal feet a minute and take 12-inch boards 

or smaller. “We are planning on going after the 

S4S market pretty hard,” he remarked. 

“For some customers, we provide 200- 

250 board feet in a pack with our toppers, 

cross outs and wide bands. This means 

our customers don’t have to worry about 

the cost of labor for peeling off 200 board 

feet from the truck and they have a pack 

with exactly what they need and everything 

that they want to carry, already 

milled,” said Bill Courtney, President and 

CEO, Classic American Hardwoods. 

Each investment that Courtney has made allows 

CAH to become more efficient, allowing 

lumber to move from the LICO system to the 

front of the moulder quickly. “The LICO systems 

allows us to rip one edge, rip two edges, plane 

the lumber, or width sort it if needed all in one 

pass, providing CAH the ability to be a low cost 

high quality supplier to our valued customers. 

At the end of the day it is all about efficiencies. 

“We have 150,000 feet of lumber a day 

coming through our systems. We can rip exactly 

what we need to and have it go through 

the moulder the next day,” Courtney said. “We 

don’t have to worry about our product getting 

bottlenecked. We can take an order for mouldings 

on Monday and have a truckload produced 

by Friday.” 

One of Courtney’s goals for CAH is to have 

up to four operational moulders and an optimized 

chop line so that they are able to serve 

the S4S market as well as the moulding and 

millwork markets. “It takes a big place to hold 

all of this equipment,” he said. “That’s why over 

the past year and a half we have been tearing 

down old properties and building new ones. 

One of our newest buildings is 37,500 square 

feet and the equipment was installed lineally so 

we can be as efficient as possible.” 

As CAH continues to become more streamlined 

in all of their processes, they continue 

to become more reliable to their customers. A 

high-speed VisionTally system, which was installed 

on their new merchandizing line, produces 

120,000 board feet. Another VisionTally 

system, which is set to be installed for three 

smaller merchandizing lines, will produce a 

total of 60,000 board feet. CAH has not only 

added to their efficiency in processing lumber 

but selling it as well. “The distribution yards that 

we go into, they have a great business, and we 

have learned that the best way for us to service 

them is to provide the volumes that they need, 

in the way that they need them,” Courtney noted. 

This understanding of who their customers 

are is the exact reason why CAH does not ship 

standard packs. “For some customers, we provide 

200-250 board feet in a pack with our toppers, 

cross outs and wide bands. This means 

our customers don’t have to worry about the 

Classic American Hardwoods’ four primary species include Poplar, Red and 

White Oak and Ash. They also handle Hard and Soft Maple, Cherry, Hickory, 

Walnut and cedar. Their production capacity is upwards of 2.5 million board 

feet monthly. 

cost of labor for peeling off 200 board feet from the truck and they 

have a pack with exactly what they need and everything that they 

want to carry, already milled. 

“We really try to hit our ship dates. Our customers have grown 

to depend on us delivering on time so that they don’t have their 

money tied up with too much inventory,” Courtney remarked. CAH 

has made large investments when it comes to relationships with 

freight companies and the people inside their main office, like Melissa 

Byrd who handles all international freight and Renee Williford 

that handles all domestic freight, as well containers, trucks 

and vans. 

CAH is typically 50/50 when it comes to selling to the domestic 

and export markets. “We seek to understand our customers’ 

needs and try to find a way to not only fulfill their needs but educate 

them on what the expectations for the grades of each species 

and what alternative ideas might fit their needs,” Courtney 

said. “There are markets constantly emerging that are interested 


Classic American Hardwoods’ LICO systems allows them to rip one edge, 

rip two edges, plane the lumber, or width sort it if needed all in one pass, 

providing them with the ability to be a low cost high quality supplier to their 

valued customers. 




Forest Products EXPO Brings Global 

Sawmill Industry Together In Nashville 

Connecting. Exploring. Discovering. That was the 

agenda for the recent 37th Forest Products Machinery & 

Equipment EXPO, held at the Music City Center in Nashville, 

TN, and feedback shows exhibitors and attendees 

alike were able to successfully check off all three items 

on that agenda. 

After five shows in Atlanta dating back to 2011, the 

Southern Forest Products Association (SFPA), which 

hosts the biennial event, moved the show with all exhibitors 

and attendees applauding the new host city and 

venue. 

EXPO 2023 exhibit space actually sold out three different 

times before SFPA had to close booth sales because 

all available space was claimed. The final floorplan 

topped out at 217 exhibiting companies – a record 

number of exhibitors since 2007 – spread over 58,337 

square feet of machinery, innovation, and solutions to 

meet with more than 1,200 attendees. 

“The move to Nashville exceeded all expectations,” 

said Eric Gee, SFPA’s executive director. “It was great 

to see so many members of the forest products industry 

in attendance to be a part of this historic moment. I’m 

extremely proud of the exhibiting companies that helped 

transform the exhibit hall into a first-rate networking 

space.” 

Since 1950, Forest Products EXPO has provided a 

place for both Hardwood and softwood sawmillers to 

gather, celebrate new technology, network, and learn 

about the industry’s latest machinery and equipment. 

The three-day tradeshow provided attendees with 

solutions for nearly every stage of manufacturing. From 

raw material handling to crane operations; metal detection 

and scanning technologies; log optimization, drying, 

grading, sorting, packaging, and distribution. 

Photos By Terry Miller 

Onsite Activities 

SFPA announced the 2022 John Edgar Rhodes Sawmill 

Safety Excellence Awards during the Sawmill & 

Safety Awards Breakfast at the EXPO. This is the second 

year in a row there are seven mills receiving 2022 

Sawmill Safety Awards with zero incidents among them. 

New this year included a welcome reception and The 

Lumber Yard, which expanded EXPO’s networking center 

with an outdoor-live feel that included wood picnic tables 

and activities. 

Attendees also had the option to attend Productivity & 

Efficiency: A Conference by Timber Processing co-located 

at the Forest Products EXPO. 

“With nearly one-third of U.S. Forested Land, Southern 

States produce more than $100 billion in forest products,” 

said Alaina Hanson CPA, SFPA’s director of administration. 

“Nashville was the perfect choice because it’s within 

easy driving distance for both Southern Pine sawmills 

and Hardwood sawmills. The surrounding areas, including 

the Eastern U.S. Hardwood community, represent 42 

percent of all lumber manufactured in the United States.” 

Stay tuned to SFPAexpo.com for future host city and 

dates to be announced in the coming weeks. Booth sales 

for the 38th Forest Products Machinery & Equipment 

EXPO are scheduled to open in June 2024, while registration 

is scheduled to open in March 2025. n 

Ted Smith, TS Manufacturing Co., Lindsay, ON; John and Jan 

Rees, RAM Forest Products Inc., Shinglehouse, PA; Niki St. Denis, 

TS Manufacturing Co., Lindsay, ON; Joe Korac, Automation & 

Electronics USA, Arden, NC; and Peter McCarty, TS Manufacturing 

Co., Levant, ME 

Geoff Gannon, TS Manufacturing Co., Plymouth, NH; and Paul 

Mallery and Javan Mallery, Wolverine Hardwoods Inc., Allegan, 

MI 

Nicolas Espinoza, James Morton, Justina Mathews and David 

Quane, Paw Taw John Services Inc., Rathdrum, ID 

Jon Steele, Steele Cabinets & Mill Work, Bloomington Springs, 

TN; Jeff Hurdle and John Hurdle, Hurdle Machine Works Inc., 

Moscow, TN; and Lloyd Steele, Steele Cabinets & Mill Work 

Shawn Fleming, Anthony Timberlands Inc., Camden, AR; Chad 

Smith, USNR, Hot Springs, AR; David Whitson, Anthony Timberlands 

Inc., Hot Springs, AR; Sonia Perrine, USNR, Charleston, 

SC; and Ken McKelvie, USNR, Salmon Arm, BC 

Chris Womack, John Miller and Tanner Sinclair, Air Systems Mfg. 

of Lenoir Inc., Lenoir, NC; and Jeremy Faircloth and Eric Baugh, 

Faircloth Forest Products Inc., Swainsboro, GA 

Alex Staalner, Brookhuis America Inc., Jefferson, 

GA; and Claus Staalner, American Wood Technology 

LLC, Jefferson, GA 

All with SFPA, from left: Eric Gee, executive director; Alaina Hanson 

CPA, director of administration; Rachel Elton, accountant; 

and Christian Moises APR, communications manager. 

Joe Korac, Automation & Electronics USA, Arden, NC; Roy Beall, 

Jasper Lumber Company LLC, Jasper, AL; Beth Rose, Haywood 

Forest Products, Troy, AL; Frances Cooper, Cooper Machine 

Company Inc., Wadley, GA; and Chris Rose, Haywood Forest 

Products 

Travis Kruger, Jim Lansdell and Todd Smith, Devereaux Sawmill 

Inc., Pewamo, MI; and Javan Mallery, Wolverine Hardwoods Inc., 

Allegan, MI 





SFPA EXPO PHOTOS Continued 

Tim Biewer, Biewer Lumber LLC, St. Clair, MI; Simon Potvin, BID Group Technologies Ltd., Mirabel, QC; Loren Walker, BID Group 

Technologies Ltd., St. George, SC; Ryan Jacobs, Biewer Lumber LLC, Tuscaloosa, AL; Dustin Wood, Biewer Lumber LLC, Louisville, 

MS; Anne-Marie Levesque, Sylvain Dionne and Larry Poudrier, BID Group Technologies Ltd., Mirabel, QC; Aaron Breitmeyer, Biewer 

Lumber LLC, McBain, MI; and Blake Biewer, Biewer Lumber LLC, Winona, MS 

Eric Vigneault and Amme Sophie Vigneault, Vexco Inc., Plessisville, 

QC; Eric Faucher and Luc Houde, Carbotech International 

Inc./Autolog, Plessisville, QC 

Andrew Belcher, Continental Underwriters Inc., Richmond, VA; 

Corey Bounds, Continental Underwriters Inc., Newton, MS; 

Ricky Rutter, Continental Underwriters Inc., Richmond, VA; and 

Kelly Park, Continental Underwriters Inc., Benton, KY 

Jason Goodman and Noelia Cross, U-C Coatings LLC, Buffalo, 

NY 

Justin Wilkes, Vecoplan LLC, Archdale, NC; Jeremy Mortl and 

Craig Albright, Messersmith Manufacturing Inc., Bark River, MI; 

and Bob Hurst, Eagle Machinery & Supply Inc., Sugarcreek, OH 

Amy Coyner, MiCROTEC, Belpre, OH; and Ryan Cosens, NWH, 

Frisco, TX 

Paul Bradley, Michael Hart and Bob Christensen, Redwood Plastics 

and Rubber, Stockbridge, GA; and John Hester, NHLA, Memphis, 

TN 

Additional photos on page 46 

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SFPA EXPO PHOTOS Continued from page 43 

Nick Adams and Peder Anderson, Northern Crossarm Co. Inc., 

Chippewa Falls, WI; Jeremy Howard and Adam Duplisea, Nyle Dry 

Kilns, Brewer, ME; Jeremy Pitts, Nyle Dry Kilns, Lenoir, NC; and 

Ben Crowell, Durgin and Crowell Lumber Co. Inc., Springfield, NH 

Robert Pannell, PotlatchDeltic Corporation, Moore, SC; and Jarrod 

Cardin, Jeremy Ball and Gene Hamaker, Cardin Forest Products 

LLC, South Pittsburg, TN 

Ken Matthews, SII Dry Kilns, Lexington, NC; Bob Pope, SII Dry Kilns, Montpelier, VT; Dan Mathews, SII Dry Kilns, Lexington, NC; John 

Hubbard and John L. Hubbard, Buchanan Hardwoods Inc., Aliceville, AL; Jim Higgins, SII Dry Kilns, Chambersburg, PA; Philip Qualls, 

Buchanan Hardwoods Inc., Aliceville, AL; and Ben Mathews and Brian Turlington, SII Dry Kilns, Lexington, NC 

Pete Johnson, Larry Addkison, Stuart Tucker, Scott Hemphill, Kay 

Reynolds, Matlyn Lowrey and Hal Nowell, Taylor Machine Works 

Inc., Louisville, MS 

Brad Michael, Kelvin McDonald, Joey Nelson, Blake DeFrance 

and Michael Reutman, JoeScan Inc., Vancouver, WA 

Casey Miller, Glenn Thompson and Lee Stiles, A.W. Stiles Contractors 

Inc., McMinnville, TN; and Parker Boles, Hermitage 

Hardwood Lumber Sales Inc., Cookeville, TN 

Terry Miller, National Hardwood Magazine, Memphis, TN; and 

Daniel Fosnot, PLMI, Philadelphia, PA 

Additional photos on page 49 

Lawrence Lumber 

Company Inc. 

P.O. Box 750 Maiden, NC 28650 

Tel: (828) 428-5601 Fax: (828) 428-5602 

website: www.lawrencelumberinc.com 

For Appalachian Hardwood lumber sales, contact Joe Gori at 

(704) 240-2167, email: gmgori86@gmail.com 

Green lumber vendors please contact Steve Leonard at 

(828) 446-0845, or email him at sgleonard7@gmail.com 

DELIVERING EXPECTATIONS 

WORLDWIDE 

Our Hardwood concentration yard in Maiden, NC is near Highway 321 

and Interstate 40 where we process quality kiln dried Appalachian Hardwood 

lumber in these five species: Red Oak, White Oak, Poplar, Ash, 

and Hickory. We: 

. Sell kiln dried Red and White Oak in 4/4 through 8/4 thicknesses; 

Poplar in 4/4 through 16/4 thicknesses; Ash in 4/4 through 8/4 

thicknesses; and Hickory in 4/4 and 7/4 thicknesses. The grades of 

lumber we sell are No. 2 Common and Better. 

. Have 800,000 board feet per charge of dry kiln capacity counting 

our new predryer/dry kiln and five dry kilns. We also have two fan 

sheds totaling 500 MBF capacity. 

. Have dedicated employees with many years of experience who 

are getting your orders prepared to your exact specifications. 

. Inspect our lumber after kiln drying. 

. Offer many services like export prep, mixed truckloads, container 

loading, dipping our lumber in ISK Biocides’ chemicals, S2S, 

SLR1E, width sorting, surfacing and ripping. 

. Process and sell 18 to 20 million board feet a year of the lumber 

species we deal in. 

. We are now able to surface, straight line rip and rip to width for 

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CLASSIC AMERICAN HARDWOODS Continued from page 39 

Merchandizing Line with 3D Board Scanner. 

in American lumber, but they need to be educated. 

“Our home base in Memphis is made up of a team of 130 people 

that are all instrumental in the success of CAH. However, the 

life blood of our business starts with the partnerships that we have 

with our sawmills. Heath Long has gone out and developed strong 

relationships with these sawmills that we work closely with. Heath 

has been in the business for 30 years and has 

been buying green lumber and burning up the 

road three to four days a week visiting with our 

mill partners. 

“Will Donoho, who started with me two days 

after I made the plunge, is V.P. of sales and 

purchasing, has played a significant role in 

our success,” Courtney continued. “Will manages 

all the purchasing, scheduling and sales 

of the entire company. Moreover, he manages 

our three seasoned veterans, Jim Tipton, J.K. 

O’Brien, and John Hise, as well as our new additions, 

David Alba and Chris Fouts.” 

CAH has been set up for continued growth 

as it still has excess capacity, allowing for 

Courtney to start Memphis International Trading 

Company (MITCO), CAH’s brokerage arm. 

“We have four guys that work in that business, 

Rick Shelton, Chuck Underwood, JR Johns 

and Dan Cerdena. Their ability to source and 

sell has helped us to increase our capacity. 

They trade green lumber, kiln-dried lumber and staves,” 

he said. 

While Courtney plays a pivotal role in the forest products 

industry, he has also written a book titled, “Against 

the Grain,” and has a had a documentary, “Undefeated,” 

made about the time that he spent mentoring underprivileged 

students from Manassas High School in Memphis, 

TN, which won Best Documentary at the Academy 

Awards. Courtney now has a podcast called “An Army 

of Normal Folks,” which features average folks doing 

extraordinary things in their communities, which surprisingly 

has been as high as #10 in the U.S. on Apple’s 

podcast charts 

CAH is a member of National Hardwood Lumber Association, 

American Hardwood Export Council and Indiana 

Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association, and Courtney 

is currently on the NHLA Board of Directors. n 

For more infomation, visit 

cahmemphis.com. 

SFPA EXPO PHOTOS Continued from page 47 

John Smith, Colin Campbell and Russell Fite, Wood-Mizer LLC, 

Indianapolis, IN 

Kirk Soule and Mark Erickson, Blue Book Services Inc., Carol 

Stream, IL 





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John Kern, Burt Craig, Jason Vandervort and Bill Pierce, Matson 

Lumber Company, Brookville, PA 

Lance Johnson, ISK Biocides Inc., Memphis, TN; Tyler Berntsen, 

ISK Biocides Inc., Clarksville, TN; and Kenny Michaels, ISK Biocides 

Inc., Oakland, MD 

John Jennings, Nicholson Manufacturing Ltd., Sidney, BC; Jeff 

Davis, Nicholson Manufacturing Ltd., Meridien, MS; Warwick 

Green, Nicholson Manufacturing Ltd., Sidney, BC; and Rodney 

Williams, Nicholson Manufacturing Ltd., North Myrtle Beach, SC 

Michael Lancaster, Ashton Lewis Lumber Company Inc., Abbeville, 

AL; Jon Cleereman, Cleereman Industries Inc., Newald, WI; 

Burt Craig, Matson Lumber Company, Brookville, PA; and Paul 

Cleereman, Cleereman Industries Inc. 

Doug Eubanks, Piche Inc., Hot Springs, AR; Sebastien Couture, 

William Laroche, Jean-Benoit Piche, Marc Theriault and Travis 

Shepherd, Piche Inc., Daveluyville, QC 

Norvin Laudon, Amy Coyner, Tommy Bain, Kenzie Hand, Marcus 

Trisdale and Casey Kissell, MiCROTEC, Corvallis, OR 

Keith Price, Corley Mfg. Co., Lexington, TN; Chris Hough and 

Paul Krotts, Lewis Controls Inc., Cornelius, OR; and Doyle Kitchings, 

Chuck Boaz and Jim Burris, Corley Mfg. Co., Chattanooga, 

TN 

Vladimir Wravor, Wravor D.O.O., Slovenia; Jim Haas, Bailey’s 

Inc., Woodland, CA; Evelin Wravor, Wravor D.O.O., Slovenia; Nik 

Bailey, Bailey’s Inc., Woodland, CA; and Scott Thompson, Bailey’s 

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Speakers Provide Important Industry 

Updates At WHA Annual Convention 

Photos By Zach Miller 

If you are in the Hardwood lumber business, you know 

things are a little rough in the marketplace. During the 

recently concluded annual convention of the Western 

Hardwood Association (WHA) on the Oregon coast, a 

panel of specialists shared their insights and valuable 

tips regarding refining the finer details of their business 

proforma. 

Starting with the last speaker first, Mario Angel of 

Koval, shared how important storytelling is to reach hundreds 

of potential customers, convert prospects into customers, 

and attract and retain employees. 

The market and supply issues were covered by three 

different speakers from varying perspectives. Glenn 

Ahrens, no stranger to the Hardwood industry from Oregon 

State University and the Hardwood Silviculture 

Coop, drew upon his more than three decades of on the 

ground experience to explain that the outlook for Red 

Alder inventory may be improving due to increasing recognition 

of both the economic and ecological benefits of 

sustaining the Alder resource as part of a diverse forest 

portfolio. 

Indroneil Ganguly, University of Washington, reported 

the recent life cycle assessment (LCA) to assess the 

environmental impacts throughout Red Alder’s product 

life cycle. Using a comparative assessment framework, 

Ganguly evaluated the potential natural climate solution 

role of Red Alder. 

The use of Hardwoods in design was shown by Cory 

Olsen, University of Oregon. Coupling local sustainable 

materials with species trends in furniture and interiors, 

Olsen offered talking points to increase public interest 

and excitement for the utilization of Hardwoods in the 

built environment. 

Dallin Brooks, NHLA, Memphis, TN; Doug Zimmerman, Jackson Zimmerman and Molly Zimmerman, 

Matson Lumber Company, Brookville, PA 

On the national front, Dallin Brooks of NHLA, explained 

the exciting new ways to increase communication and 

utilize the industry participation to grow and stabilize the 

Hardwood industry. He encouraged everyone present to 

support and to be a part of the Real American Hardwood 

Coalition. 

Dana Cole, of the Hardwood Federation, took a look 

ahead to federal policies impacting the Hardwood industry 

in the balance of 2023. The 

Farm Bill and corporate tax policy 

should be front and center. 

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scene, Tripp Pryor, of AHEC, 

focused on the latest developments 

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growth, and trade policy 

including the new European 

Union Deforestation Regulation 

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for U.S. Hardwood exporters. 

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the Hardwood industry. She noted that companies need 

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Dallin Brooks, NHLA, Memphis, TN; Patrick Keenan, Combilift 

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Mike Lipke, Trillium Pacific Millwork Inc., Hubbard, OR; Adam 

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Jacob Maguire, Maguire Machinery Group LLC, Aurora, OR; Brad 

Michael, JoeScan Inc., Vancouver, WA; and Mich Perry, JoeScan 

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Kristine Durr, Western Hardwood Association, Camas, WA; Carolyn 

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Wendy and Jeff Maguire, Maguire Machinery Group LLC, Aurora, 

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Dave Sweitzer, Western Hardwood Association, Camas, WA; and 

Nils Dickmann, Abenaki Timber Corp., Kingston, NH 

Renee Miles, PLMI, Bakersfield, CA; Tetiana Larson, HUB International 

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Hardwood Magazine, Memphis, TN 

Nils Dickmann, Abenaki Timber Corp., Kingston, NH; Tripp and 

Nathalie Pryor, AHEC, Asheville, NC; and Marlin Langworthy, 

Cascade Hardwood LLC, Chehalis, WA 

Marida and Chris Davis, NWH, Centralia, WA 

Mike Lipke, Trillium Pacific Millwork Inc., Hubbard, OR; and Scott 

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Marlin Langworthy, Cascade Hardwood LLC, Chehalis, WA; 

Adam Duplisea, Nyle Dry Kilns, Brewer, ME; and Louie Guyette, 

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Jamie Price, Emerson Hardwood Group, Portland, OR; and Dallin 

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The Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club held its monthly 

meeting recently in Titusville, PA, with Penn-Sylvan International 

serving as host. 

Ample networking opportunities were provided, including 

a golf game followed by a reception, which was preceded 

and followed by a friendly axe throwing competition, 

and dinner. The guest speaker was Michael Knecht, 

Drake Well Museum. n 

To learn more about this organization, visit 

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Ron Jones, Ron Jones Hardwood Sales Inc., Union City, PA; 

Chris Fehr, National Hardwood Magazine, Memphis, TN; Nick 

Skudlarek, Salamanca Lumber Co. Inc., Salamanca, NY; and 

Brandon Ferman, Meridien Hardwoods of PA Inc., Pittsfield, PA 

Greg Ochs, Hickman Lumber Co. Inc., Emlenton, PA; Nate Jones 

and Trevor Vaughan, Ron Jones Hardwood Sales Inc., Union 

City, PA; and Brad Schroeder, NWH, Beachwood, OH 

Tyler Ross, Lewis Lumber and Milling Inc., Strattanville, 

PA; Paul Miller Jr., National Hardwood Magazine, 

Memphis, TN; John Pysh, Pennsylvania Hardwoods 

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Steve Jones, Ron Jones Hardwood Sales Inc., Union City, PA; 

Randy Flament, Emporium Hardwoods Inc., Emporium, PA; Greg 

Fitzpatrick, Fitzpatrick & Weller Inc., Ellicottville, NY; Darrell 

Mitcheltree, Mitcheltree Bros. Logging and Lumber Inc., Pulaski, 

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Rob Matson, Matson Lumber Company, Brookville, PA; John 

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Steve Jones, Ron Jones Hardwood Sales Inc., Union City, PA 

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Marty and Sonja James, Reza Reese, and Mitra and Jay Reese, 

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Marty James, of Penn-Sylvan International, Spartansburg, PA 

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Kyle Mitcheltree and Jocelyn Johnson, Mitcheltree Bros. Logging 

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In Memoriam 

Roy Andrew Martin Reif: Legend Of The Hardwood Industry 

Born on July 25, 1959 Roy Andrew 

Martin Reif was not only a 

stalwart of the Hardwood industry, 

but also a man of many passions. 

His love for music, hockey and the 

Boston Bruins, travel and attending 

the National Hardwood Lumber Association, 

Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association 

and the Lake States Lumber Association meetings regularly, 

was only rivaled by the joy he derived from spending 

quality time with cherished ones. 

Roy’s professional journey spanned multiple esteemed 

establishments within the Hardwood realm. Beginning at 

Eves Lumber in Newmarket, Ontario, his expertise took 

him to Cadillac Lumber in Maple, followed by time at 

Tembec Lumber, in Ontario. Spending a large duration 

of his career at Quality Hardwood and then concluding 

his professional chapter at Resources Lumber, Roy was 

a self-proclaimed “sales guy and Hardwood guy.” This 

industry meant more to him than anyone could ever 

know. 

Beyond his undeniable prowess in the field, Roy was a 

beacon of integrity, intelligence, discreetness and kindness. 

He was the epitome of honesty, his generosity 

knew no bounds. Roy always prioritized others, believed 

in giving abundantly and sought nothing in return. 

Even in his arduous battle with cancer, Roy’s indomitable 

spirit shone through. Until his last moments on August 

11, 2023, he endeavored to contribute to his work 

from home, demonstrating unmatched dedication and 

resilience. 

Roy was the glue of his family; dependable, helpful 

and wise. From his mother, siblings, nieces, nephews, 

great-nieces and great-nephews, he was never too busy 

for anyone and stood as a constant pillar of support, 

guidance and unwavering love. 

As we remember Roy, we celebrate a life lived fully, 

a legacy carved in Hardwood and etched in the hearts 

of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed, but his 

memories will remain, reminding us to be generous, 

honest and to cherish every moment. v 

James D. Plowman 

James Dale Plowman, 78, West 

Plains, Missouri, passed away recently 

at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, 

Missouri. 

He was born November 10, 

1944, in Bethany, Missouri, to 

Dale Cummings Plowman and 

Pearl Nadine Morris Plowman. On June 28, 1971, he 

was married in Cameron, Missouri, to Elaine Frazee. 

Mr. Plowman was a veteran, having served with the 

United States Marines. He was the owner of Mid-West 

Walnut and Stoney Creek Ranch. 

He is survived by his wife, Elaine Plowman, of the 

family home and one brother, Vic Plowman, Council 

Bluff, Iowa. 

His parents and one sister, Toni, preceded him in 

death. 

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your 

favorite charity. Robertson-Drago Funeral Home handled 

the arrangements. v 

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LAKE STATES Continued from page 14 

perior, but we don’t have a lot of it, and we just compete 

for some of those logs. What little White Oak I do have I 

have seen the prices go up on that significantly. The upper 

grades are still moving well with some strong pricing. 

The 1 and 2 Common is still soft with the demand for that 

really dropping off,” she remarked. 

The two primary species at her company are Red Oak 

and Poplar and she also handles Ash, Basswood, Cherry, 

Hickory, Hard and Soft Maple, White Oak and Walnut in 

thicknesses of 4/4 – 10/4. 

She sells to both manufacturers and distributors and 

noted an overall improvement in their situation. She did 

mention that one of her manufacturing clients expressed 

worries about Hardwood alternatives such as MDF. 

Labor is a concern for her company, and she emphasized 

the need to adopt automated technology to offset 

the impact of high turnover. “Last year we did some upgrades 

and put in some new machinery that was more 

automated to help with the high turnover we were getting 

in certain positions.” 

In Wisconsin, a Hardwood manufacturer shared that 

his market is performing better and has noticed an uptick 

in demand for his Maple and Red Oak in recent weeks. 

“We are doing well and have been sawing right along 

40 hours a week. We have been selling a little more 

green than we normally would but that’s just to keep our 

KD inventories in check. Business the past few weeks 

has been good, and I have started to see Maple strengthen 

in my area. Red Oak is strong in some spots as well,” 

he commented. 

His company handles Red and White Oak, White Ash, 

Hard and Soft Maple, and Basswood in thicknesses of 

4/4 - 8/4 and in a range of grades including No.1 and 2 

Common, Select and Better, 3A and 3B. Regarding his 

customers, he noted that they are fulfilling orders and 

catching up, with certain weeks being busier than others. 

When asked if labor was an issue at his company, he 

commented that he is lucky to have a reliable group of 

people at his company and added that they could always 

use skilled workers for specific positions. 

In Michigan, a Hardwood sales representative echoed 

similar feelings, describing his business situation as okay. 

“It’s not too bad. It seems like some of the lumber is 

starting to tighten up with the lack of replacement coming 

through, but it does feel like everyone has still got lumber 

though. So for the end user the price is almost secondary 

to how quick can you get it to me,” he remarked. 

His company sells all domestic Hardwoods in thicknesses 

of 4/4, 5/4, 6/4, 8/4 and grades ranging from 

FAS/1F, Selects, No. 1 Common, 2A and 3A Common 

and Framestock. His customers will include some distributors, 

but he mentioned that for the most part his company 

tries to sell directly to the end user. 

Similar to the source in Wisconsin he has been luckier 

than others when it comes to labor and stated, “We have 

been blessed with a good group of workers. There is always 

an outlier position or two that we will cycle through 

but for the most part we have been lucky with a staff that 

wants to come to work.” n 

NORTHEAST Continued from page 14 

there is a fair demand for it but, overall business is just 

slow.” 

She sells all the Pennsylvania species, but her main 

two are Red and White Oak. “White Oak is our best 

seller right now. Normally it is Red Oak, but we have 

just been in tracts of timber that is heavy to White. We 

do some Poplar, Soft and Hard Maple, and a little bit of 

Ash,” she added. 

Moulding, millwork, stair and flooring manufacturers 

make up the majority of her customers and she commented 

that they seem to be steady but are struggling 

with labor. “Some of the end users are busy, but they 

are struggling with labor. It is taking everything they can 

do to keep up with orders. I think a lot of them could be 

taking in more orders, but I just don’t think they have the 

workforce to do it.” 

As for her company’s own labor, she commented 

“We have not really hired any new employees and are 

just working with what we got. I think if somebody good 

would come in we would hire them, but we are working 

this way because the demand just isn’t there.” 

In Maine, a Hardwood salesman had a slightly different 

take on the markets. He mentioned a small uptick 

in activity and expressed some optimism for the future 

markets. 

He commented, “Things seem to have picked up a 

little bit. Demand is still about the same, but supply has 

diminished a little so there isn’t much out there on the 

market. Overall, it does feel like there is some optimism 

in the market and we are getting more calls than we 

were, but it is still not near the levels we would like them 

to be at.” 

His company handles Hard and Soft Maple, Yellow 

Birch, and Ash in Grades Prime FAS through pallet industrial 

and in thicknesses 4/4 through 8/4. “Hard Maple 

is our biggest species; it’s our best species and it is also 

our worst species. Some of it goes right out the door and 

other parts of it just sit and sit,” he added. 

He said that his customers include distribution yards, 

kitchen cabinet manufacturers and wholesalers. 

When it comes to labor and other factors, he highlighted 

that electricity costs, insurance rates, and fuel 

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NORTHEAST Continued 

tioned, “It’s getting increasingly challenging to turn a 

profit these days.” 

In New York, a Hardwood sawmill representative 

shared, “Everything is moving, and we are steady, just 

at a price we don’t like.” Similarly, to what other sources 

have mentioned, White Oak has proven to be a popular 

and well-selling item. 

His sawmill primarily deals with Red and White Oak, 

along with a smaller amount of Hard and Soft Maple and 

Cherry, in various thicknesses ranging from 4/4 to 8/4. 

He mentioned, “White Oak seems to be the hot item out 

there at the moment and I am hearing that from others 

as well.” 

He sells his lumber to mostly Hardwood distribution 

yards and end-use manufacturers and commented, “It 

seems like everybody is still steady and getting orders. I 

think it just comes down to the price for them.” 

When asked about labor and any outside factor concerns, 

he mentioned that he wasn’t facing any issues at 

the time of this writing. n 

SOUTHEAST Continued from page 16 

poor for us at the moment,” the source commented. 

He deals with all Hardwood species found in the 

Appalachian region in grades of FAS, No.1 and 2 

Common and No. 3A in thicknesses of 4/4 through 8/4 

and some 10/4 and 12/4. 

His company predominantly caters to architectural 

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in premium products. He noted that sales to them 

have been good overall. “You know most of the sales 

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comments about orders slowing down a bit, but we are 

still shipping lumber out and getting orders from them.” 

Labor shortage remains a challenge for his company. 

He mentioned that they could likely hire more inspectors, 

forklift operators, and other positions with additional 

personnel. 

Down in Mississippi one Hardwood sales representative 

mentioned that sales were going well at the time of this 

writing, but overall are down compared to previous years. 

When asked about his market, the Mississippi source 

commented the following, “We are doing fine right now. 

Our markets are about as good as they can be. The 

Hardwood frame market seems to be pretty good in our 

region of Mississippi. Our general lumber sales I would 

say are down a little bit from the past couple of years.” 

He offers White Poplar in 4/4 through 8/4 thicknesses 

in grades of SAP 1F and Better, No. 1 Common and 

FAS/1F. 

Labor and any other outside factors are not an issue 

for him at the time of this writing. Like others around the 

country, he mentioned the recent heat and how it has 

forced a lot of crews to work shorter shifts and caused a 

little bit of a slowdown. 

In Kentucky, a lumber saleswoman mentioned that 

her market conditions are generally okay, with some 

customers expressing that they are currently at full 

capacity and not accepting new orders. 

She sells Red and White Oak, Poplar, Hickory, Soft 

and Hard Maple in a range of grades and thicknesses 

and sells to mostly distribution yards and end users. “We 

are doing okay right now but I am having trouble getting 

rid of my Poplar fencing,” she added. 

When asked about how her customers were doing, 

she stated, “They are really just saying things are slow 

which is common for this time of the year but whenever 

I call around, I am usually hearing about how things are 

slowing down and not picking up.” 

The increasing fuel costs and ongoing labor challenges 

remain significant concerns for her company and that 

in her area, finding a skilled worker has become quite 

challenging. n 

WEST COAST Continued from page 16 

looking for 8 and 9 inch and wider boards,” he commented. 

The species he sells include Hard and Soft Maple, 

Poplar, Red and White Oak, Beech, Alder and Hickory in 

all thicknesses but mostly 4/4 in Select and Better, No. 1 

Common and No. 2 Common. 

He sells to both end users and distribution yards and 

commented, “It is really hand to mouth. A lot of them 

want to be optimistic and it’s not all doom and gloom 

but it’s just month to month. Their order files aren’t what 

they were last year and the year before. Interest rates 

are starting to affect some of my customers because of 

the credit lines are starting to put a little bit of a squeeze 

on them.” 

In California, business activity is a little different and 

has been steady for one Hardwood representative, with 

no major complaints to note. He did mention that the 

recent hot weather has had a slight impact on slowing 

down some orders, but it hasn’t been too serious of an 

issue. 

The Hardwoods his company handles include Walnut, 

White Oak, and Hickory in FAS, No. 1 and No. 2 Common. 

He sells to distributors and end users and commented, 

“Everything is pretty much order to order. Guys 

are not ordering the lumber until they have the order. No 

one wants a lot of inventory but when they do get it, they 

will call you up and want the order now. We have an 

ongoing inventory here and that’s what you must do in 

this region.” 


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WEST COAST Continued 

Labor and any other outside factors were not an issue 

for him at the time of this writing. 

In Oregon, a Hardwood supplier characterized his 

markets as “average.” Like other sources across the 

country, he is experiencing success with his White Oak 

sales. When asked about his markets he commented, 

“It’s about average right now. White Oak is very strong 

and Rift White Oak is doing good. The prices of that remain 

strong and it has a good demand.” 

He handles all domestic Hardwoods and some exotic 

in 4/4 with some 12/4 and 16/4 in primarily Select and 

Better. 

His company sells lumber to distribution yards, manufacturers, 

and end users. “They are staying busy. A few 

smaller customers are starting to look for work which is 

a little bit odd but most of the businesses I talk with are 

doing pretty good but overall I would just say things are 

average,” he added. n 

ONTARIO Continued from page 18 

ed, No. 1 Common and Better grades are selling better 

than No. 2A. Some contacts stated that green Ash 

production had been a little more available during the 

summer thus meeting buyers’ needs in several grades 

and thicknesses. 

Basswood demand is weak. Thus prices are also down 

for this species. Some mills were avoiding processing 

Basswood logs in late summer as much as possible, but 

were being processed to avoid staining. Sales for No. 

2B and Better Basswood was challenging which led to 

competitive pricing. 

Birch is noted as one of the few species holding firm 

on local markets and to some export markets. As sales 

have been much lower over the past few years for Birch 

on domestic markets, this has caused secondary manufacturers 

to reduce their needs for lumber, as well as 

Birch. Production was said to be closely balanced for 

green Birch and buyers’ needs. Kiln-dried inventories for 

Birch were up, and competition for the Common grades, 

has pushed pricing down. 

Aspen production was ample to meet demand which 

was lukewarm, and those buying it had ample inventories. 

Prices are remaining steady for green stocks. Supplies 

of kiln-dried Aspen are higher than demand, and 

it was noted that competition for orders in certain areas 

was pressuring prices. 

Demand of finished goods of Beech are down, and 

buyers are not looking to purchase large stocks of this 

species as production is reported to be exceeding buyers’ 

needs. This has resulted in prices being down. 

Contacts are reporting some shortages of kiln-dried 

Hard Maple on domestic markets and to the U.S. Green 

supplies, it was noted, had not moved much. There are 

challenges at sawmills with regards to timing of production 

and shipments as order files are low. Soft Maple kilndried 

business improved slightly for some, but demand 

for green stocks remained weak. As most buyers have 

ample supplies on hand, sawmills are finding it difficult to 

find outlets for their developing supplies. Contacts also 

noted a pickup in kiln-dried Soft Maple orders. 

Red Oak appeared to be available as more was being 

sawn. Secondary manufacturers and wholesalers 

are absorbing green lumber production, although prices 

were reported as down. Some contacts commented that 

White Oak was doing better than many other species, 

with some mills shipping all their production. Sales of 

kiln-dried White Oak were fair for the Common grades. 

As the industry continues to face the challenge of seeking 

productive workers and keeping them, these issues 

will be addressed at a free WMS Live stage session, 

during the Woodworking Machinery and Supply Conference 

and Expo at 2:00 p.m. on November 3, 2023. Guest 

speakers include Richard Lipman, president of the Wood 

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Sandra Wood, executive Director of the Canadian Kitchen 

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to recruit qualified candidates and retain them. Owners 

and managers of woodworking companies will gain new 

insights on how to more effectively build a stronger and 

more productive shop team. The session is one of 11 

being offered during the WMS Live stage over the course 

of three days, November 2-4 at the International Centre. 

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ONTARIO Continued 

The Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) 

Program, encourages the use of wood-based building 

technologies and low-carbon construction materials in 

infrastructure projects, is also accepting EOI submissions. 

GCWood has expanded its focus to target innovative 

building solutions and schematic design under key 

areas of interest, such as prefabrication and retrofits. 

These projects help to decarbonize Canada’s built environment 

by incorporating renewable and sustainable 

resources into new and existing buildings. 

Applications for the IFIT and GCWood programs will 

be accepted on an ongoing basis until June 30, 2024, 

and are open to organizations such as for-profit and notfor-profit 

companies, industry associations, research 

associations, Indigenous organizations and groups, and 

provincial, territorial, regional and municipal governments 

and their agencies. n 

QUEBEC Continued from page 18 

and demand has been lessening and is at a more level 

pace. Green and kiln-dried supplies are noted as readily 

available for most areas contacted. As for Soft Maple, 

demand is weak, commented contacts, and supplies are 

high while prices are dropping slightly. It was noted that 

upper grades were more popular than the No. 1 Common 

and No. 2A grades. 

Exporters of Cherry to China were happy to report that 

demand had improved from that market, with a noted increase 

in prices for specific items. Kiln drying operations 

were also reported as increasing purchases of Cherry to 

serve their overseas customers. Prices were still experiencing 

a downward slide for green lumber. 

Hickory production was one species that saw continuous 

output over the summer due to demand and to avoid 

staining. Although demand for this species has slowed 

compared to earlier this year. Contacts stated that sales 

are based on established long-standing relationships. 

Kiln-dried Hickory sales are also slower than earlier this 

year, and mostly for the Common grades. 

Oak flooring producers are ramping up supplies in 

preparation for the fall and winter season of White and 

Red Oak. Some exporters noted that sales of Red Oak 

had improved over late summer to China, with prices 

being steady. Green Red Oak was moving better for 

No. 1 Common and Better grades, and No. 2A and 3A 

were reported as being in solid demand, while prices remained 

the same. White Oak demand has improved a 

great deal, with sawmills ramping up production to meet 

demand, while drying operations are receiving orders for 

available output. Some supplies are reported to be tight 

at the moment, with prices being higher for some green 

listings. 

Moulding and millwork manufacturers are demanding 

more Poplar. Demand is reported as slow from furniture 

manufacturers and pallet producers. Exports are also 

said to be weak, even though shipments to China have 

increased recently. Supply is said to be keeping up with 

demand. 

Walnut has been in demand by wholesalers as sales 

on domestic markets for this species have been good, 

as are to Chinese markets since the end of the summer. 

According to Statistics Canada (StatCan), the annual 

rate of inflation rose to 3.3 percent in July (the most 

recent data available at presstime). 

This was up from the June rate of 

2.8 percent. Economists had widely 

expected an increase, though the 

report outpaced the consensus’ estimates 

of 3.0 percent. Part of the 

reason inflation increased was because 

energy prices saw a smaller 

annual decline in July than in June, 

said StatCan. A monthly drop in gasoline 

prices between July and June 

last year was no longer affecting the 

agency’s inflation calculations due 

to the “base-year effect”. (Base-year 

effect refers to the impact that price 

movements from 12 months earlier 

have on the current month’s headline 

consumer inflation.) 

On a monthly basis, Statistics 

Canada said gas prices in July were 

up slightly (0.9 percent) from June. 

Mortgage costs once again grew 

at a record rate thanks to the rapid 

rise in interest rates, StatCan said. 

The Bank of Canada is hoping restrictive 

interest rates will tamp inflation 

back down to its two percent 

target. July’s increase moved the 

annual inflation rate out of the central 

bank’s one-to-three percent target 

range. 

According to some economists, 

recent upswings in the unemployment 

rate and signs of cooler 

spending by consumers will offset 

the impact of the higher July inflation 

reading and allow the Bank of 

Canada to remain on the sidelines 

in September with regards to the 

rate. They feel that recent signs of 

softening in the Canadian economy 

should be enough for the central 

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However, not all economists agreed a pause was likely. 

Stating that the persistence in core inflation will put 

the Bank of Canada in line for a 25-basis-point rate hike 

in September as of time of writing. Some expect inflation 

will therefore drop to the two percent target as early as 

the second half of 2024, roughly a year ahead of the central 

bank’s own forecasts. 

Those in the Hardwood industry are waiting to see 

what the rate will be and how it will impact their businesses, 

and how much consumers will reign in spending 

from here to the end of the year. n 

 

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tests also showed it takes fire retardant treatment well. 

Architect Andrew Waugh comments “on use of Hardwood, 

we’d never specify one that is endangered or 

clearly unsustainably forested. But when it came to using 

U.S. Tulipwood for the Black and White building’s 

solar control louvres our collaborators at the American 

Hardwood Export Council explained that it’s in oversupply; 

growing faster than it can be harvested. So here 

we have a Hardwood which is sustainable and suited 

to external applications. We should consider the best 

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solution for every use case. In this scenario, with this 

species, for this location on the building, a Hardwood is 

the correct solution.” 

AHEC EU Director David Venables adds, “the louvres 

cover approximately 40 percent of the elevation on a 

typical floor and we believe this is the largest installation 

of thermally modified Tulipwood as a façade anywhere. 

We think it can be very significant in helping define a viable 

new use for Tulipwood and Waugh Thistleton have 

a number of live and pending projects in North America, 

so we’ll continue to highlight the potential of the material.” 

The end result is a structure comprising 

1,330m3 of timber – including 

two containerloads of Tulipwood 

– that stores 1,014.7 tonnes of C02 

and delivers a carbon emission 

saving over an equivalent concrete 

build of 37 percent. It also works for 

the client – significantly it’s TOG’s 

first purpose-built office project – 

and it should be taken on board 

by planners as the way to build a 

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HARDWOOD 

FEDERATION INFO 

Continued from page 26 

comply will result in fines of up to 

$500 a day capped at $10,000, and 

up to 2 years in jail. 

In terms of timing, Reporting 

Companies created or registered 

before January 1, 2024, will have 

until January 1, 2025, to file their 

initial reports. For Reporting Companies 

created or registered after 

January 1, 2024, these entities will 

have 30 days after creation or registration 

to file their initial reports. 

So who will have access to the 

beneficial ownership information 

(BOI) submitted by reporting companies? 

All information that is reported 

to FinCEN will not be public, 

and it will not be subject to disclosure 

under the Freedom of Information 

Act. FinCEN will be required to 

keep the filed information secure in 

a restricted-access database. Federal 

agencies will be able to access 

the database for certain purposes, including national security, 

intelligence, law enforcement and, perhaps most 

noteworthy--tax administration. State, local, and tribal 

law enforcement agencies can also obtain access, but 

only with a court order. Banks and other financial institutions 

can request specific BOI, but only with the Reporting 

Company’s consent. 

A final rule implementing the BOI reporting requirements 

was finalized in September 2022. More information 

may be found here: www.fincen.gov/boi. 

It is worth noting that there is an effort afoot to put 

the brakes on implementing the CTA. 

A lawsuit initiated by the National 

Small Business Association to block 

implementation is in its final stages, 

and members of Congress have 

raised concerns over the rollout of 

the regulations. However, there is 

no legislation pending to overturn or 

block the new law. Your Federation 

team will be closely following action 

on this issue and will regularly report 

on developments. n 

NAFF BULLETIN 


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Kids 

You may not be fully aware of your youngest audience–future 

workers and customers. Understanding the 

many ways wood products affect daily life can be an 

eye-opener for many young students. 

Several resources on the NAFF site, as well as The 

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are designed specifically to support the learning experiences 

of this age group. A section on the site is geared 

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À travers la scierie. À travers le monde. 

The more you know, the more you can share with others, 

and that in turn, helps keep the industry active and 

alive. 

Think back to how you got your start in the wood products 

industry. Was it a simple, direct path, or one that took 

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grown as a result–and who needs to hear your story to 

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Virtuous Cycle 

Have you noticed how we’re looking toward the future? 

NAFF has a definite bent toward helping support 

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the Real American Hardwood Coalition 

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Note: To use the Real American 

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Second, use the RAHC logo on 

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The benefit of showing the 

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Associations give more than 

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INDUSTRY NEWS Continued from page 21 

ing the customer experience. NWH services a variety of 

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INDUSTRY NEWS Continued 

Paw Taw John Services Inc. 

Welcomes David Quane 

Paw Taw John Services Inc. (PTJ), located in Rathdrum, 

ID, recently welcomed David Quane as outside 

sales and marketing. PTJ is a machine systems integrator, 

distributor and repair center. They are the only 

repair facility and the largest stocking distributor of Temposonics® 

in the United States. They maintain a deep 

inventory in support hardware such as cables, magnets 

are in 6-inch increments from 6 

inch to 72 inch with some special 

lengths used by machine manufacturers. 

PTJ also distributes 

Encoder Products encoders and 

Conexus laser products. This 

keeps PTJ uniquely centered in 

the wood products industry control 

system world and the cutting 

edge of technology advancements. 

David Quane 

Quane was recently brought on board at PTJ after 

spending 25 years in the commercial 

business sector. His most recent 

position before joining PTJ was at 

REC Silicon, located in Moses Lake, 

WA, a polysilicon manufacturing 

company. 

Quane graduated from the University 

of Idaho as an electrical engineer 

and went on to practice at 

engineering technology companies 

for 15 years before moving into the 

commercial business sector. 

Quane and his wife, Jill, live on 

a homestead where they garden 

and keep bees. He also enjoys 

woodworking and making furniture. 

Quane and his wife have three children, 

Austin, Audrey and Lauren. 

For more information, visit www. 

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Cleereman Industries Makes 

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Cleereman Industries, headquartered 

in Newald, WI, recently installed 

machinery at Ashton Lewis 

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and Hammes Brothers Sawmill. 

Ashton Lewis Lumber, located 

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installation of the Cleereman LP-42 

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McCreary County Hardwoods, of 

Pine Knot, KY, installed a Cleereman 

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Cleereman Controls scanning package. 

Hammes Brothers Sawmill, in Ollie, IA, installed a 

Cleereman 848 Debarker with Cleereman Controls 

package and a Cleereman Heavy Duty 35-ft Log Deck. 

For more information, visit www.cleereman.com. 

McDonough Manufacturing Welcomes 

Bob Bell As Sales Representative 

McDonough Manufacturing, located in Eau Claire, WI, 

a leading provider of durable sawmill machinery, has announced 

that Bob Bell will be joining their team as an 

international sales representative for both the Hardwood 

and connector assemblies. Probe lengths on the shelf 

and softwood markets. 


Bell entered the industry in 2010, 

beginning his journey at Baillie Lumber 

as a manager trainee and subsequently 

rising to the position of 

plant manager. In 2021, he joined 

MiCROTEC as a sales representative 

before taking on his current position 

at McDonough. 

He earned his bachelor’s degree 

in Wood Science and Technology 

from the University of West Virginia 

in 2010. Later, from 2016 to 2018, 

he pursued his MBA at Mount Vernon 

Nazarene University. 

Bell is an outdoors enthusiast, enjoying 

activities such as Slalom water 

skiing, fishing, and hiking during 

his leisure time. 

Established in 1888, McDonough 

Manufacturing is a family-owned 

company with a rich history. They 

specialize in crafting sawmill machinery 

and equipment, offering 

products such as board edger systems, 

band mills, resaws and carriages. 

To learn more visit www.mcdon 

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Inc., located in Richmond, VA, as a senior risk 

assessment representative. Continental Underwriters 

works with their clients to identify risk, control risk and 

protect assets, enabling their clients to produce their 

products and services successfully. 

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to beams). 

Unique services offered by TREELINE include a custom 

fabrication division that can work alongside a client 

to make a whole host of furnishings, involving wood and 

metalwork, CNC and laser engraving or cutting. 

Sachan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace 

and Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics. 

He has worked at TREELINE for over nine years and 

it is his first position in the forest products industry. As 

general manager, Sachan handles daily operations, including 

lumber purchasing and assisting customers with 

product designs. 

TREELINE Woodworks is a member of the National 

Wood Flooring Association, 1% For The Planet and The 

City of Los Angeles Green Business Program. 

In his spare time, Sachan enjoys riding his motorcycle 

and hanging out with his dog. 

For more information, visit www.treeline.la. 

BRIAN CROWN is Procurement Manager for Plato 

Woodwork Inc., located in Plato, MN. 

Plato Woodwork is a manufacturer of custom cabinets, 

purchasing a yearly volume of 500,000 board feet 

of Alder, Cherry, Hard Maple, Rift and Plain Sliced White 

Oak and Walnut (FAS, No. 1 and No. 2 Common, KD, 

4/4, 5/4, 6/4 and 8/4, 6 to 8 percent moisture content, 

Hit/Miss in 15/16-inch). 

The company also offers design services and a co-op 

advertising program. 

Crown graduated from Perry Senior High School, Perry, 

IA in 1987 and Northwest Technical Institute, St. Paul, 

A BRIEF SKETCH OF THE LEADING 

PURCHASING EXECUTIVES IN 

THE HARDWOOD INDUSTRY 

MN, in 1991. He has worked at Plato Woodwork for 

15 years in his current position, in which he handles 

lumber purchasing in addition to overseeing order processing 

and raw material negotiations. 

Plato Woodwork is a member of the National Association 

of the Remodeling Industry, Kitchen Cabinet 

Manufacturers Association, and the National Kitchen & 

Bath Association. 

In his spare time, Crown enjoys the outdoors and 

raising game birds. He has been married to Kari for 25 

years and the couple has two daughters. 

For more information go to www.platowoodwork. 

com. 

JACOB JULIAN is lumber buyer, as well as Director 

of Production, for Julian & Sons, located in Heber 

Springs, AR. 

Julian & Sons is a manufacturer of high-end millwork 

and cabinetry, purchasing 125,000 board feet of American 

Black Walnut per year (FAS, No. 1 and No. 2 Common, 

mostly 4/4 with some 6/4 and 8/4). 

Julian graduated from Heber Springs High School, 

Heber Springs, AR, in 1991. He has worked at the family-owned 

operation since the age of 14, when he started 

sanding and finishing. Julian has spent 31 years at 

the company, with 4 years spent in his current position. 

He handles purchasing, production scheduling, design 

scheduling and assists in project management for the 

company, along with administration, installations and 

engineering of products. 

In his spare time Julian enjoys golf and hiking. He 

has been married to Jamie for 24 years and the couple 

has one son and two daughters. 

For more information visit www.julianandsons. 

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Kelly G. Park, CSP 

multi-line carriers, self-insured group 

programs, brokers, TPAs and captives. 

While Park has worked with 

various industries throughout his career, 

the forest products industry is 

one that he has worked with closely. 

Park has successfully led risk management 

programs for the Tennessee 

Forestry Association Workers Compensation 

Program and the Kentucky 

Forest Industries Workers Compensation 

Program. 

Park graduated from Murray State 

University, located in Murray, KY, in 

1988 with a Bachelor of Science in 

Occupational Safety and Health. Park 

is also a Certified Safety Professional 

(CSP). 

Park is married to Kelly E. Park. In 

his spare time, Park enjoys golf and 

home projects, as well as spending 

time with family and friends. He 

is also the author of When the Pros 

Played on the Sandlot, Volume 1 and 

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Park is a member, and the former 

president, of the American Society 

of Safety Professionals. He is also 

a member of the Board of Certified 

Safety Professionals and a county 

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Continental Underwriters is a 

member of Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s 

Association, Appalachian 

Hardwood Manufacturers Inc., National 

Wooden Pallet & Container Association, 

Hardwood Manufacturers 

Association, North Carolina Forestry 

Association, Western Wood Products 

Association, Mississippi Lumber 

Manufacturers Association, Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers 

Association, Great Lakes Timber Association, 

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Association, West Virginia Forestry Association, Wood 

Products Manufacturers Association, Lake States Lumber 

Association and Western Hardwood Association. 

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North American Forest Foundation 

Announces New President 

The North American Forest 

Foundation (NAFF), located 

in Collierville, TN, recently announced 

that at their summer 

board meeting the gavel was 

transferred from now past President, 

Deonn DeFord of Ganahl 

Lumber, to Jesper Bach of Baillie 

Lumber. 

Jesper Bach is the director of 

imports at Baillie Lumber, which 

Jesper Bach 

is headquartered in Hamburg, NY. Bach works out of 

Baillie’s Cove City facility, where Baillie’s tropical Hardwoods 

are handled. 

The NAFF’s mission is to support the forest products 

industry through education, promotion and advocacy 

of science-based facts about sustainable forestry. The 

Truth About Trees kit has been taught to thousands of 

children and the next big project for NAFF is an app 

based education tool that caters to Junior High School. 

This app will serve as a digital tool that will help reinforce 

the truths taught in K-3 and get youth interested 

and excited about careers in the forest and forest products 

industry well before high school. To donate and be 

part of this exciting initiative, please email adeford@ 

northamericanforestfoundation.org. 

For more information visit, www.northamericanforest 

foundaton.org. 

National Wood Flooring Association 

Launches New Course 

The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), located 

in St. Louis, MO, launched a new sales course, 

“Selling Against Wood Floor Look-alikes,” aimed at helping 

industry professionals effectively sell real wood flooring 

in an increasingly competitive marketplace. 

“In recent years, real wood flooring has faced stiff 

competition from vinyl and plastic composite “look-alike” 

flooring, which have gained significant market share. 

Ironically, these synthetic products often attempt to replicate 

the look and feel of natural wood,” says Michael 

Martin, NWFA CEO and President. “The NWFA’s innova- 


Producer of Fine Kiln 

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Annual Production 10.5 mmBF 

STOLTZFUS FOREST PRODUCTS, LLC 

675 Nottingham Road 

Peach Bottom, PA 17563 

Ph: (717) 548-2668 

Fax: (717) 548-2013 

Sales: Benuel Stoltzfus 

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JoCo Lumber, Inc. is a division of 

Josey Lumber Company, Inc. 

Tripp, Logan, and Joey Josey 

Our company offers: 

• 10,000,000 BF of annual production from 

our 6’ band headrig and 6’ band resaw. 

• Red and White Oak, Soft Maple, Ash, 

Poplar and Cypress in 4/4 through 8/4 

thickness. 

• rough, surfaced, air-dried and kiln-dried 

lumber in random widths and lengths. 

• export prepping, container loading of logs and lumber, 

anti-stain dipping and end coating lumber. 

• 500,000 BF of dry kiln capacity. 

• 65,000 SF of enclosed warehouse for storage and loading of 

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Dwight Lewis 

Co., Inc. 

Hillsgrove, PA 18619 • Phone 570-924-3507 

FAX 570-924-4233 

Kilns • Export Preparation 

Container Loading 

Company Owned Timberland 

3rd Generation Since 1941 

Appalachian Hardwoods 

Specializing in Cherry 4/4 thru 16/4 

Hard & Soft Maple 

Red & White Oak 

National Hardwood Lumber Association Certified 

INDUSTRY NEWS Continued 

tive course challenges this trend, asking a critical question: 

If customers want wood, why sell them an imitation?” 

“Selling Against Wood Floor Look-alikes” provides several 

effective strategies for positioning and selling real 

wood flooring over vinyl, laminate and LVT flooring alternatives. 

The interactive, video-based course equips 

participants with the tools and knowledge needed to 

champion the value, beauty and authenticity of real wood 

flooring. 

Now available on the NWFA University as part of the 

Sales program, the course features a mobile-responsive 

design, allowing learners to access course materials anytime, 

anywhere, from any device. This flexible learning 

option aligns with today’s on-the-go lifestyles, offering a 

convenient educational resource for busy professionals. 

For more information about “Selling Against Wood 

Floor Look-alikes” and other educational opportunities 

offered through the NWFA University, visit www.nwfa. 

org/university. 

The National Wood Flooring Association is a not-forprofit 

trade organization, with more than 3,200 member 

companies world-wide, dedicated to educating consumers, 

architects, designers, specifiers and builders in the 

uses and benefits of wood flooring. The NWFA is located 

at 111 Chesterfield Industrial Boulevard, Chesterfield, 

MO 63005, and can be contacted at 800.422.4556 (USA 

& Canada), 636.519.9663 (local and international), or at 

www.nwfa.org. 

around a system that allows the homeowner and/or designer 

to specify each element of the mantel based on 

their personal design preference. The top mantel shelf 

can be specified with different corbel details and mouldings 

to best complement the architecture of the house. 

The “frieze” and “columns” can also be selected to feature 

a plain face, a fluted face or a paneled face. 

Contact your local Dura Supreme showroom or visit 

Dura Supreme online for more information or visit www. 

durasupreme.com. To learn how to become a dealer 

visit www.durasupreme.com/become-a-dealer. 

Warriors Mark Wingshooting Hosted 

The Inaugural Bob Rorabaugh Memorial 

Warriors Mark Wingshooting in Houtzdale, PA was the 

site for the inaugural Bob Rorabaugh memorial sporting 

clays shoot. After Rorabaugh’s passing earlier this year 

a memorial scholarship was established to support the 

National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) inspection 

school, which he was a huge supporter of his entire 

career. 

With that, the fundraiser organizers were proud to re- 

Wood: The Natural Choice 

Stay on track: www.rta.org or 

Dura Supreme’s Fireplace Mantels Coordinate 

with Cabinetry Throughout the Home 

Dura Supreme Cabinetry, headquartered in Howard 

Lake, MN, manufactures semi-custom and custom, 

framed and frameless cabinetry for a nationwide network 

of dealers. For nearly 70 years homeowners and designers 

have looked to Dura Supreme for kitchen and bath 

cabinetry that fulfills their desire for personalized design 

choices and outstanding quality of construction. 

Fireplace mantels are available from Dura Supreme to 

coordinate with cabinetry and millworks throughout the 

home. Karen Wistrom, ASID, NCIDQ, CMG, VP of Marketing 

for Dura Supreme, explained “Because open floorplans 

are continuing to be so popular, designers have a 

definite need for a fireplace mantel program that blends 

with the kitchen cabinetry and adjacent bookshelves and 

entertainment cabinetry. Our fireplace mantels are available 

in matching wood species (Cherry, Red Oak, Quarter-Sawn 

White Oak, Maple, Knotty Alder and Hickory) 

and finishes and are designed to complement the styling 

of Dura Supreme cabinetry specified throughout the rest 

of the home.” 

Dura Supreme’s Fireplace Mantel Program is designed 

port they had 50 shooters and numerous sponsors take 

part raising over $3,500 for the Inspector Training School 

Educational Foundation (ITSEF). 

Here are a list of the event’s sponsors: Abenaki Timber 

Corporation, Anna Consulting Forestry, Associated 

Hardwoods, Bob Long, C&C Smith Lumber Company, 

Carl Rosenberry & Sons Lumber, Cherry Hill Hardwoods, 

Edward S. Kocjancic Inc., Forcey Lumber Co. 

Inc., Jack Monnoyer, Joe Zona, Mayfield Lumber Co., 

Kline’s Equipment & Mill Supplies, Metzler Forest Products, 

Robert Witmer, Cam Koons, Kathleen McCormick 

Lyskava, Pennsylvania Forest Products Association, 

Rossi Group, Ron Jones Hardwood Sales, Rorabaugh 

Lumber, RT Machine Co., Sirianni Hardwoods Inc., Slater 

Run Resources LLC and Warriors Mark Wingshooting. 

Save the date for the Second Annual Rorabaugh Memorial, 

August 23, 2024. For more information, contact 

Jack Monnoyer at jack@deerparklumberinc.com. n 




CLASSIFIED 

PROFIT OPPORTUNITIES 

To: Anyone involved in the sawmill controls industry 

SEEKING AN eLIMBS SPECIALIST 

DMSi is currently seeking a candidate to implement and support the eLIMBS inventory 

system. This person will use their industry and product knowledge to help customers 

improve their business processes with the software. 

Duties include 

-Manage implementation projects, including system set up and configuration 

-Train customers and other DMSi personnel on use of the system 

-Help resolve client cases by gathering information and researching issues 

-Create documentation to improve eLIMBS training resources 

Qualifications 

-Knowledge of the hardwood lumber industry and supply chain processes 

-Experience with training end-users (virtual and in-person) on new software procedures 

-Strong logical and problem-solving skills 

-The ability to positively represent DMSi/eLIMBS 

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-Full-time position 

-Ability to work from home or Omaha office 

-Travel to customer locations required 

-Medical, dental, vision, 401(K) with match, PTO, and other benefits provided 

Reply to Kevin Peterson (kpeterson@dmsi.com) 

To: Anyone involved in the sawmill controls industry 

FOR SALE 

Dry Kiln Concentration Yard with 470,000 bdft Kiln Capacity 

and 400,00 bdft Predryer Capacity 

LOT – Western Pennsylvania 

26.47 – acre industrial site 

26.31 – acre wooded lot 

70,000 sqft asphalt lot 

100 x 80 vehicle lot 

Enough sq footage to openly store 2,000,000 bdft lumber. 

BUILDINGS: 

80 x 212 Steel storage building concrete floor (blue lumber storage) 

65 x 140 Wood frame equipment building concrete floor (green chain) 

60 x 130 Wood frame equipment building (stacker) 

60 x 80 Steel building high storage (sawdust) 

60 x 60 Wood frame equipment building (grading shed) 

130 x 80 Coe steel building (predryer) 

5 – 50,000 ft SII Kiln Building 

2 – 40,000 ft Irvington Moore Kilns 

2 – 80,000 ft Nardi Kilns 

25 x 160 Garage w/small office and wash area. Parts storage rooms. 

Block and wood structure. 

25 x 160 Open face wood storage shed, gravel floor. 

25 x 160 Open face steel storage shed with a 50 x 60 high overhang roof, 

gravel floor. 

104,000 sqft Asphalt lot 

OFFICE – Roughly 2,000 sqft working space. 

11 Individual offices 

2 large clerical offices 

1 large conference room 

Small kitchen 

2 Restrooms 

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carvings, new dry kilns or dry kiln 

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USED MACHINERY FOR SALE 

●USNR 4TA30 Top Arbor Three Shifting 

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●Queuing Hooks (2) after Scanner 

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Certified Lumber Grader – Job Description 

Cardin Forest Products is a family owned sawmill and kiln drying operation located in South 

Pittsburg, Tennessee. We are currently seeking a candidate to fill a hardwood lumber grading 

position in our kiln drying operation. 

The ideal candidate will have: 

•Been NHLA certified 

•2 to 3 years of experience grading kiln dried hardwoods 

Duties will include, but not be limited to the following: 

•Grade and mark all lumber to be sorted according to NHLA rules/guidelines 

and industry standards 

•Communicate effectively with your team and other departments 

•Adhere to all safety policies and perform tasks in a safe and responsible 

manner 

Required Qualifications: 

•Minimum of one (1) year experience grading green and/or kiln dried domestic 

lumber 

•Must be NHLA trained or have equivalent knowledge. 

•Must be physically capable of performing all duties of the job and any other 

duties assigned by Crew Leader 

Position 

•Full time position 

•Company offers medical, dental, 401(k), and other benefit offerings 

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are 

made without regard to sexual orientation, race, color, age, disability, religion, national origin, 

citizenship status and creed. 

Salary Negotiable 

Reply to: Jeremy Ball 

Cell: (423) 619-8056 

Email: jball@cardinfp.com 

SALESMAN WANTED 

We’re looking to add a salesman 

to our team to grow our U.S. sales, 

and our Ontario, Canada westward 

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logistics and supply chain 

process are important. Strong sales 

qualities and solutions oriented. 

Full-time and exclusive to our service. 

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ATTENTION: 

HARDWOOD 

PURCHASING AGENTS 

Do you purchase a minimum of 100,000 

board feet of No. 2 Common and Better 

domestic Hardwoods annually for 

an enduser? 

If so, National Hardwood Magazine would 

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Who’s Who in Hardwood Purchasing! 

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Abenaki Timber Corporation...................... 

AGL Group, The......................................51 

AHC Hardwood Group........................... BC 

Air Systems Mfg. of Lenoir, Inc..............83 

Anderson, Roy, Lumber Company, Inc....... 

Atlanta Hardwood Corporation............. BC 

Autolog, Production Management Inc....... 

Automation & Electronics USA..............21 

Baillie Lumber Co....................................... 

Beard Hardwoods...................................62 

BID Group................................................19 

Bingaman & Son Lumber, Inc.................16 

BioLube, Inc..............................................3 

Breeze Dried Inc......................................... 

Carbotech International.........................50 

Cardin Forest Products LLC....................... 

Church, Bryant, Hardwoods, Inc................ 

Clark Lumber Co......................................... 

Classic American Hardwoods, Inc............. 

Cleereman Controls................................15 

Cleereman Industries.............................15 

Cole Hardwood, Inc................................11 

Collins......................................................... 

Continental Underwriters, Inc................... 

Cooper Machine Co., Inc........................54 

Corley Manufacturing Co........................17 

Cramer, W.M., Lumber Co........................... 

Cummings Lumber Co., Inc....................12 

Deer Park Lumber, Inc................................ 

Devereaux Sawmill, Inc......................... FC 

DMSi Software..........................................1 

Eagle Machinery & Supply, Inc..............58 

EXPO Richmond.......................................... 

EZLOG Company, Inc..............................65 

Farm Credit Mid-America.......................13 

Fitzpatrick & Weller Inc.............................. 

Forcey Lumber Company, Inc..................... 

Frank Miller Lumber Co., Inc...................... 

GF Hardwoods, Inc..................................... 

Graf Bros. Flooring & Lumber................25 

Granite Valley Forest Products..............29 

GTL Lumber Inc......................................57 

Hardwood Forestry Fund............................ 

Hardwood Manufacturers Assoc ..........23 

Hartzell Hardwoods, Inc.........................49 

Hermitage Hardwood 

Lumber Sales, Inc...................................75 

HHP, Inc...................................................55 

Hurdle Machine Works Inc.......................4 

Industrial Vision Systems, Inc...............10 

Irving, J.D., Limited..................................5 

ISK Biocides, Inc........................................ 

JoCo Lumber, Inc....................................81 

JoeScan...................................................... 

Jones, Ron, Hardwood Sales, Inc..........79 

Josey Lumber Co., Inc............................81 

Kentucky Forest Industries Assoc............. 

Kendrick Forest Products......................46 

Kepley-Frank Hardwood Co., Inc...........68 

King City Forwarding USA, Inc.................7 

King City/Northway Forwarding Ltd.........7 

Kop-Coat Protection Products................... 

Kretz Lumber Co., Inc................................. 

Lawrence Lumber Company Inc............47 

Lewis Controls, Inc.................................17 

Lewis, Dwight, Lumber Co., Inc.............82 

Lewis Lumber & Milling..........................42 

Limbo.......................................................... 

Lumber Resources Inc............................... 

Lussier, Simon, Ltd.................................18 

MacBeath Hardwood Company.................. 

Maine Woods Company.............................. 

Mars Hill, Inc............................................... 

Matson Lumber Company........................... 

Maxwell Hardwood Flooring...................... 

McDonough Manufacturing Company....72 

Mellott Manufacturing Co., Inc................... 

Meridien Hardwoods of PA., Inc...............9 

Merrick Hardwoods................................71 

Messersmith Manufacturing, Inc...........31 

MiCROTEC...............................................76 

Middle Tennessee Lumber Co., Inc............ 

Midwest Hardwood Company................69 

MO PAC Lumber Company......................53 

Montreal Wood Convention........................ 

Mueller Bros. Timber, Inc.......................66 

Neff Lumber Mills, Inc................................ 

New River Hardwoods, Inc.....................63 

North American Forest Foundation............ 

Northern Hardwoods..............................77 

Note: Advertisers with no page number carry an alternating Ad schedule. 

NWH............................................................ 

Nyle Dry Kilns.........................................27 

Oakcrest Lumber, Inc................................. 

OHC | Overseas Hardwoods Company....... 

O’Shea Lumber Co..................................80 

Patrick Lumber Company........................... 

Paw Taw John Services, Inc..................67 

Pennsylvania Hardwoods Co...................... 

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual 

Insurance Company................................60 

Peterson, Keith D., & Co., Inc................82 

Pike Lumber Co., Inc..................... 44 & 45 

Prime Lumber Company.........................78 

Primewood.................................................. 

Quality Hardwoods Ltd............................... 

Railway Tie Association.........................83 

RAM Forest Products, Inc.......................... 

Real American Hardwood Coalition.........8 

Robinson Lumber Company....................43 

Rosenberry, Carl, & Sons, Lumber, Inc...... 

Rustic Wood Products............................14 

Sawmill MD.............................................10 

SII Dry Kilns................................................ 

Sirianni Hardwoods, Inc............................. 

Smithco Manufacturing, Inc....................... 

Snowbelt Hardwoods, Inc......................61 

Southern Forest Products Assoc............... 

Stiles, A.W., Contractors, Inc...... 88 & IBC 

Stoltzfus Forest Products, LLC..............81 

Taylor Machine Works, Inc......................... 

Thompson Appalachian 

Hardwoods, Inc........................................... 

Tigerton Lumber Co.............................. IFC 

TMX Shipping Co., Inc............................48 

TS Manufacturing...................................20 

U-C Coatings, LLC...................................70 

USNR.......................................................74 

Western Hardwood Association................. 

Wheeland Lumber Co., Inc.....................73 

White, Harold, Lumber, Inc......................... 

Williams, R.J., Inc...................................59 

Wolverine Hardwoods, Inc.....................64 

Wood-Mizer, LLC......................................52 

York Legacy Mill Inc...............................56 




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Kiln roof replacements 

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Through the years A.W. STILES CONTRACTORS 

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