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American Hardwood Use On Rise In High Point

The use of domestic hardwood species was more visible at the recent 2024 Fall High Point Market. The annual show attracted thousands of manufacturers, retail store buyers and designers from around the world. While attendance was down from the spring market, the volume of introductions was slightly higher. Topping the list this fall was White […]

NHLA Graduates 207th Class

The National Hardwood Wood Lumber Association (NHLA) was thrilled to recently announce the graduation of the 207th Class from the NHLA’s renowned Inspector Training School (ITS). The ceremony took place at NHLA headquarters in Memphis, TN, featuring inspiring speeches that celebrated the graduates’ achievements and the promising future of the hardwood industry. NHLA Chief Inspector […]

CHB Spotlights Success, Ongoing Programs

The 2024 fall meeting of the Canadian Hardwood Bureau (CHB) was held recently in St. Louis, MO, in conjunction with the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s (NHLA) Annual Convention. Mike Penner, Breeze Dried Inc./Townsend Lumber Inc., Tillsonburg, ON; Philippe LeBlanc, Lumber Resources Inc., Quebec City, QC; Laura Townsend-Penner, Breeze Dried Inc./Townsend Lumber Inc.; Simon Larocque, NHLA, […]

Industry Leaders Convene At RTA’s 106th Conference

Westin Lake Resort and Spa in Henderson, NV, was the site recently for the 106th Annual Railway Tie Association (RTA) Conference. This premier event unites professionals from across the wood tie and railroad industries: sawmillers, wood treaters, railroad engineers and procurement personnel, allied association representatives that support RTA’s efforts to promote the long-term sustainability of […]

AHEC Greets Members At Recent NHLA Annual Convention

The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) held a board of directors meeting in conjunction with the recent National Hardwood Lumber Association Annual Convention & Expo Showcase, held in St. Louis, MO at the America’s Center Convention Complex. Additionally, AHEC Executive Director Michael Snow delivered an Education Session presentation about the international markets for U.S. hardwoods. […]

TableLegs.com Brings Quality And Solid Craftsmanship To The Table

Classic Designs by Matthew Burak DBA TableLegs.com, based in St. Johnsbury, VT, manufactures turned hardwood components and attachment systems and hardwood table legs, bases, tops, and complete tables.

CHB Spotlights Success, Ongoing Programs

The 2024 fall meeting of the Canadian Hardwood Bureau (CHB) was held recently in St. Louis, MO, in conjunction with the National Hardwood Lumber Association’s (NHLA) Annual Convention. Speakers at the meeting included North American Forest Foundation’s (NAFF) Allison DeFord who updated the group on all the latest NAFF activities, and NHLA’s Dallin Brooks, whose […]

Clark Hardwoods, Continuing To Invest In Technology To Deliver A Quality Product

Clark Hardwoods LLC, located in Erin, TN, is making capital investments in its facilities in order to continue to be a leading producer in the hardwood industry.

Clark Hardwoods, Continuing To Invest In Technology To Deliver A Quality Product

“Our customers’ needs change from full truck loads of a certain item to multiple items on a single load, we have the production and are flexible enough to service their needs.” ~ Brandon Clark, owner, Clark Hardwoods LLC Among Clark Hardwoods state of the art equipment is their Brewco four-inch resaw. Clark Hardwoods LLC, located […]

Cardinal Equipment, Implementing New Technologies To Help Sawmills Stay Efficient

“We aren’t just making sawmills to sell. We are asking our customers what they need and what they want. We are designing a sawmill that will help them efficiently produce the highest quality lumber products for the market,”  – Pascal Labranche, president and owner, Cardinal Equipment In 1980, in the small town of Angliers, Quebec, […]