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IBS/KBIS Enjoys Impressive Growth In 2024
The Las Vegas (NV) Convention Center recently welcomed the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show (IBS) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). This year marked the biggest IBS in 15 years with 1,700+ exhibitors, of which 45 percent were new. The two events co-located […]
INDIAWOOD 2024: A Global Summit For Woodworking And Furniture Production Technology
As INDIAWOOD approaches its 25th anniversary in 2025, its 2024 edition recently took center stage, offering a comprehensive showcase of woodworking and furniture production technologies at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre in Bengaluru, India. The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) provided U.S. lumber companies an opportunity to exhibit their products and services in the AHEC […]
U.S. Hardwoods Visit Dubai Woodshow
The American Hardwood Export Council hosted a hardwood pavilion at the recent Dubai Woodshow, held at the Dubai World Trade Center in Dubai, UAE. Over the years, Dubai Woodshow has grown in popularity and has become the hub for the Wood and Woodworking Machinery community in the Middle East. The 20th edition expected to attract […]
Consistent Quality Wood For 40+ Years At Mount Storm Forest Products
“It may sound simple, but that’s what good business is, having knowledgeable and honest people that work with you and not for you to bring quality products to the marketplace consistently and efficiently.” ~ Ed Mikowski, President, Mount Storm Forest Products What keeps a lumber distributor in business for more than 40 years? We recently […]
Where Is SFPA Promoting Southern Pine In 2024?
According to the Southern Forest Products Association (SFPA), for more than 35 years, SFPA has leveraged that funding to facilities international trade of Southern Pine lumber by issuing verified trade leads to its network of members, and those activities paid off for Southern Pine sawmills and landowners in 2022. The 14 international tradeshows and 12 […]
AHMI Enjoys Florida’s Landscape For Annual Meeting
The 2024 annual meeting of the Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers Inc. (AHMI) was recently held at The Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, FL, with approximately 120 members and guests treated to more than two full days of networking, business, educational and leisure opportunities. The AHMI business presentations included: InventWood Makes Poplar Truly Hard – A Maryland […]
Robust Walnut Activity Discussed At AWMA Meeting
Members of the American Walnut Manufacturers Association (AWMA) met in Indianapolis, IN, at the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermens Association’s Convention recently to conduct business on behalf of the Association. Members reported that the Walnut business – green lumber, KD lumber and logs – is robust and most products are steadily moving. Competition for logs is stiff and […]
FCL Hears How Prison Ministry Changes Lives
The Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen (FCL) recently learned how God has opened a door to ministry for one member. The remarks came at the Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen’s Association 2024 Convention in Indianapolis, IN. The men participated in singing worship songs led by Nate Phillips of GL Beaumont Hardwoods. FCL Board member Rob McCarthy of Northwest Hardwoods […]
Solid White Oak Resort and Specialty Beach Products at H&T Chair Co. Inc.
“We wanted a product that would last in all of the outdoor elements.White Oak doesn’t mind a harsh environment. It’s an amazing wood. I have chairs in the concession market that are literally over 40 years old and are still being used on the big rush holidays.” ~ Rick Todd, Owner, H & T Chair […]
IBS/KBIS Enjoys Impressive Growth In 2024
The Las Vegas (NV) Convention Center recently welcomed the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show (IBS) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). This year marked the biggest IBS in 15 years with 1,700+ exhibitors, of which 45 percent were new. The two events co-located […]
