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Gat Creek Expands – Quality Over Quantity In Hardwood Furniture
Gat Creek Expands – Quality Over Quantity In Hardwood Furniture Hardwood furniture manufacturer Gat Creek, based in Berkeley Springs, WV, purchases 1.7 million board feet of hardwoods annually in Maple (No. 1 Common), Walnut (FAS), Ash (No. 1 and No. 2 Common), Cherry (No. 1 Common) and White Oak (No. 1 Common) in 4/4, 5/4, […]
Granite Valley Forest Products: Built Through Integration, Quality And Vision
Granite Valley Forest Products: Built Through Integration, Quality And Vision “In an industry where reputation is built on performance, Granite Valley Forest Products has established itself through investment, integration and an unwavering commitment to quality. As one of the Midwest’s most capable and vertically integrated hardwood suppliers, we control nearly every step of the process […]
Hardwood Industry Begins Long-Term Push For Federal Engagement
Hardwood Industry Begins Long-Term Push For Federal Engagement As the hardwood industry continues to navigate market pressures, regulatory challenges and increased competition from alternative materials, industry leaders are taking steps to strengthen their presence in Washington, DC. Following the successful fundraising effort led by the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s (NHLA) Governmental Affairs Fundraising Task Force, […]
Lake States Hits Links For Summer Golf Outing
Lake States Hits Links For Summer Golf Outing Members and guests of the Lake States Lumber Association (LSLA) recently convened in beautiful Lake Geneva, WI, for the association’s annual summer golf outing. The two-day event began with a Wednesday evening Welcome Reception. Attendees were treated to a sunset boat cruise of historic Lake Geneva aboard […]
Ron Jones Serves As Penn-York Host; Walker/Forcey Team Up For Sept. Meeting
Ron Jones Serves As Penn-York Host; Walker/Forcey Team Up For Sept. Meeting Ron Jones Hardwood Sales Inc. was the recent host of the monthly Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club meeting, which was held at Wanago Country Club in Reno, PA. Fred Strathmeyer Jr., executive director of the Pennsylvania Forest Products Association, was the guest speaker. In addition […]
MFPA Benefits Ill Kids In Need And Promotes Lumber Industry Since 1970
MFPA Benefits Ill Kids In Need And Promotes Lumber Industry Since 1970 The Missouri Forest Products Association (MFPA) recently welcomed members and guests to the Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach, MO, for its 2026 Annual Summer Meeting. The two-day meeting included multiple committee meetings as well as Log A Load for Kids Golf Scramble. […]
2026 Edition Of Carrefour International du Bois Deemed Success
2026 Edition Of Carrefour International du Bois Deemed Success This year’s Carrefour International du Bois event once again demonstrated its appeal by bringing together numerous stakeholders from the forestry and wood industry, both nationally and internationally. Jean Piveteau, president of the Carrefour International du Bois, said on the event’s website, “After three days filled with […]
Mayfield Lumber Company: A Concentration Yard That Became Vertically Integrated In 2018
Mayfield Lumber Company: A Concentration Yard That Became Vertically Integrated In 2018 “All we can do is give customers our word that we will try to make them happy.” – David Mayfield, president, Mayfield Lumber Company Poplar is being graded in this photo. Mayfield Lumber Company began in 1971 in McMinnville, TN, as a wholesale […]
Woodparts International: Buying, Drying, Surfacing And Serving Since 1974
Woodparts International: Buying, Drying, Surfacing And Serving Since 1974 “We will figure out a way to make it happen. That is how we have always done it, and it is why our customers stay with us.” – Zach Fashbaugh, president, Woodparts International Corporation This Donaldson Torit dust collection and blower system help keep production moving. […]
AHEC Highlights American Hardwoods Sustainability And Forest Stewardship At “3 Days Of Design” In Copenhagen
AHEC Highlights American Hardwoods Sustainability And Forest Stewardship At “3 Days Of Design” In Copenhagen Visitors were invited to sign up for dedicated ‘Forest Tours’ – a series of guided exhibition walkthroughs hosted by AHEC’s Environmental Policy Director Rupert Oliver and European Director David Venables (pictured). All CPH Photography by Petra KrejcÍ The American Hardwood […]
