KENDRICK FOREST PRODUCTS
KENDRICK FOREST PRODUCTS Continued from page 23 Sales Managers Kirby Kendrick (Logs) and Matt Yest (Lumber) with packages of Walnut and White Oak. one of their two Newman 282 planers. KFP ships lumber and veneer logs via flatbed truck, container, and rail boxcar to customers throughout the United States and to over 20 countries around the world. Kendrick’s lumber ships to distribution yards as well as end users and offers both full and mixed loads. With the next generation of Kendricks assuming more leadership in the business it was important that Kendrick’s mills are in regions with a strong and sustainable timber supply. Kirby Kendrick said, “I’m hoping we are able to continue to serve our customers for generations to come with this amazing resource that’s grown in our region. There is more timber in our region today than 50 years ago. We are here for the long haul.” Kirby means it when he says that, too. He is a true leader in the field serving as a board member of the Lake States Lumber Association and Hardwood Manufacturers Association, a member of the Edgewood City Council, and a volunteer firefighter. Additionally, he was recognized by Woodworking Network Magazine as one of their “40 Under 40” leadership group in 2019. He and his three sisters plan to continue to grow Kendrick, Inc. as their generation takes control of the business. Owner and Vice President, Rhonda Kendrick, has long been a trail blazer and leader in the industry. She said it best, “We are so proud of our team. If we just put our minds to it, I know our team can do anything.” The Kendricks have indeed put their mind to growth and improvement. “Our staff is continually looking for ways to reduce waste and utilize more of the log, that’s how the Kendrick Home Merchandising System for Logs or Poles Multiple Scragg Options Board and Cant Edgers - Optimized Too! When you need solutions to your mill issues THINK COOPER! From Merchandising Systems, Edgers, Gangs, Scraggs, Sorters and more... Cooper Machine has solutions to help you save money Give us a call to find out what’s new for your mill Give us a call to find out more at 478-252-5885 INFO@COOPERMACHINE.COM WWW.COOPERMACHINE.COM 32 FEBRUARY 2022 n NATIONAL HARDWOOD MAGAZINE
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds visited the mill for a bill signing specifically for the wood products industry in Iowa. wood wall art came to be. The Edgewood facility uses the co-product of the log in several ways. Dust is turned into energy in our wood waste boiler with an integrated biomass turbine. We colorize and bag mulch sold though big box stores. Our major growth points came when we leveraged our capabilities at times where things looked more difficult than ever, we try to turn negatives into a positive,” stated Kendrick. It appears each growth spurt this company has achieved has been a result of fulfilling a need of customers and in having the ability to quickly react to changing market demands. “Our organizational chart is relatively flat which makes it easier for us to react and make changes quickly," stated Kendrick. Please turn to page 36 FEBRUARY 2022 n NATIONAL HARDWOOD MAGAZINE 33
