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Ganahl Lumber Adds New Facility And Brings New Products To Market

Ganahl Lumber Adds New Facility And Brings New Products To Market Ganahl Lumber, with its headquarters based in Anaheim, CA, has carved out a sustainable business through the ageless philosophy of helping their customers succeed. This has allowed the company to have tremendous sales, with over 300 million board feet of lumber sold from November […]

Las Vegas Does Not Disappoint As Host Of NAHB’s IBS Event

Las Vegas Does Not Disappoint As Host Of NAHB’s IBS Event The Las Vegas (NV) Convention Center recently hosted the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show® (IBS) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), co-located during the annual Design & Construction Week.  IBS is the […]

AHMI Talks Technology

AHMI Talks Technology Technology was the talk of the 2025 Annual Meeting of Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers Inc. (AHMI) with presentations on fire suppression and preparations for the EUDR. The conference was held recently at the Harbor Beach Marriott in Fort Lauderdale, FL. A great crowd of Appalachian producers, distributors, secondary manufacturers and suppliers participated in […]

NHLA Inspector Training School’s 208th Graduation: Forging The Future Of Hardwood

NHLA Inspector Training School’s 208th Graduation: Forging The Future Of Hardwood Recently, the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) celebrated the 208th graduating class of the Inspector Training School. Held at NHLA headquarters in Memphis, TN, the ceremony marked the culmination of eight weeks of intensive training, equipping graduates with the skills needed to succeed in […]

Las Vegas Does Not Disappoint As Host Of NAHB’s IBS Event

The Las Vegas (NV) Convention Center recently hosted the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show® (IBS) and the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), co-located during the annual Design & Construction Week. IBS is the largest annual light construction show in the world and this year […]

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And Four Generations Of Family Operation

“I think Devereaux is willing to take some risks and invest and try some things that other people might not be willing to because there is that risk. It may not work out and be expensive but in the end, that has provided us with some niche type products.” – Todd Smith, general manager, Devereaux […]

AETNA Building Solutions Partners With Quality Lumber Suppliers

“We really pride ourselves in having the highest quality material from some of the best suppliers and names in the industry. Our key advantage is the supplier network we have at the mill level. We partner with suppliers that put quality first.” – Jason Horn, lumber product manager, AETNA Building Solutions All of AETNA’s lumber […]

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And 4 Generations Of Family Operation

Devereaux Sawmill Inc. Has Pride In Niche Products And 4 Generations Of Family Operation Nestled on 42 acres in Pewamo, MI, Devereaux Sawmill Inc. stands as a testament to four generations of family dedication. The mill produces a substantial volume: 15 million board feet of lumber annually, alongside a significant three-four million feet of high-quality […]

A Legacy Of Innovation And Sustainability At WD Flooring

A Legacy Of Innovation And Sustainability At WD Flooring WD Flooring, located in Laona, WI, specializes in manufacturing hardwood flooring, including solid and engineered varieties, along with prefinished and unfinished options. The company utilizes 10 million board feet annually from sustainably sourced hardwoods such as Hard Maple, Birch, Beech, Cherry, Hickory, Red and White Oak […]

LSLA Returns To Wisconsin For Annual Winter Gathering

LSLA Returns To Wisconsin For Annual Winter Gathering Hotel Northland in Green Bay, WI, was the recent site of the Lake States Lumber Association (LSLA) annual winter meeting. For two full days, LSLA members and guests met for a full lineup of educational speakers as well as ample networking opportunities, including a golf game for […]