Feature Stories

Koetter Woodworking: Reinvesting In People, Processes, And The Future In an industry where efficiency and consistency separate long-term manufacturers from short-lived operations, Koetter Woodworking has built its reputation on fundamentals that never go out of style: doing what you say you will do, delivering what you promise and surrounding the work with people who care. […]

Integration, Discipline And Stewardship Drive Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods Thompson Appalachian Hardwoods Inc., headquartered in Huntland, TN, has grown steadily from a small, family-run sawmill into a vertically integrated hardwood manufacturing operation focused on quality, consistency and long-term relevance. Founded in 1993, the company employs more than 130 people and operates across approximately 115 acres, serving […]

2026 Builders’ Show Spotlights Innovation, Demand For Home Building Article courtesy of NAHB Nearly 75,000 registrants recently filled the exhibit halls of the Orange County Convention Center as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) hosted the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light construction show in the world. IBS and the Kitchen […]

Fellowship Of Christian Lumbermen Host TPUSA Speaker The Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen (FCL) recently met in conjunction with the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association Convention in Indianapolis, IN. They learned that Christian students are having an impact on college and high school campuses around the country. More than 70 FCL attendees heard a report from Rachel […]

AWMA Reports Robust Log Competitions, Focuses On Domestic Markets The American Walnut Manufacturers Association (AWMA) met at the recent IHLA Convention to conduct one of their bi-annual membership meetings.  Members reported robust competition for logs both for domestic and international consumption.  AWMA is focusing on new domestic marketing strategies to increase opportunities in the United […]