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Church & Church: Sawing High Quality Appalachian Lumber For Nearly A Century

Church & Church: Sawing High Quality Appalachian Lumber For Nearly A Century Virgil McKinley Church founded V.M. Church & Sons in 1936. He started as a small production sawmill serving their local community. Of VM’s children, his son Bruce Church carried on the legacy of the sawmill business into 1993, where he partnered with his […]

Hartzell Hardwoods: 150 Years Of Pride In Every Board

Hartzell Hardwoods: 150 Years Of Pride In Every Board Since 1875, Hartzell Hardwoods, located in Piqua, OH, has stood as a pillar of innovation, craftsmanship and sustainability in the American hardwood industry. From humble beginnings to global reach, Hartzell’s journey is rooted in a story as rich and enduring as the Walnut lumber they’ve pioneered. […]

Biolube Inc: Pioneering Safer, Smarter Lubrication For The Lumber Industry

Biolube Inc: Pioneering Safer, Smarter Lubrication For The Lumber Industry At Biolube Inc., headquartered in Fort Wayne, IN, innovation meets practicality to revolutionize the hardwood and softwood lumber industries. Under the leadership of CEO Kelly Johnson, Biolube has become a trusted name in manufacturing high-performance lubricants and spray systems that tackle pitch buildup, reduce tool […]

Emporium Hardwoods Welcomes Penn-York Attendees

Emporium Hardwoods Welcomes Penn-York Attendees Emporium Country Club served as the site for the recent meeting of the Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club with Emporium Hardwoods hosting the monthly event. Emporium Hardwoods also welcomed Penn-York attendees to tours of its mill. A golf game and lunch at the country club offered those in attendance ample networking opportunities. […]

NELA Members Engage In Business Discussions At Summer Meeting

NELA Members Engage In Business Discussions At Summer Meeting The summer meeting of the New England Lumbermen’s Association (NELA) was recently held in Providence, RI, with 75 members attending. The day began with a tour of Hull Forest Products in Pomfret Center, CT, where delegates were treated to coffee and donuts supplied by Hull before […]

Why Knot Value The Value Of The Value

Why Knot Value The Value Of The Value Every association has three critical things: value, value, and value. But they are not of the same value. They are the value you bring, the value you receive, and the value of the collective. These are all very different values that are important to you for various […]

A Milestone For The NWFA: 40 Years Of Excellence And A Vision For The Future

A Milestone For The NWFA: 40 Years Of Excellence And A Vision For The Future For 40 years, the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has served as the foundation of the hardwood flooring industry, bringing together manufacturers, distributors, contractors, and retailers in a shared commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and community. As we celebrate this milestone, […]

AHEC Project “No.1 Common” Inspires Designers To Consider Lower Grade Material

AHEC Project “No.1 Common” Inspires Designers To Consider Lower Grade Material This June, four designers exhibited three collections in “cabinet grade” American hardwoods at 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen. As one of the key events of the design festival, “No.1 Common” became a focal point for the design industry and a conversation starter on how the natural […]

Industry News – August 2025

Industry News – August 2025 Pike Lumber Company Inc. Welcomes Faith Kamp Pike Lumber Company Inc., located in Akron, IN, recently brought Faith Kamp on board as their newest sales representative. Pike Lumber manufactures kiln-dried Appalachian hardwood lumber in Ash, Basswood, Cherry, Hickory, Hard and Soft Maple, Red and White Oak, Red and White Oak […]

 Ontario Business Trends 2025 – Market Slowdown’s Not Only Challenge; So Is Finding Skilled Workers

 Ontario Business Trends 2025 – Market Slowdown’s Not Only Challenge; So Is Finding Skilled Workers The hardwood sector is seeing a slowdown due to economic conditions and U.S. imposed tariffs. Producers are stating that production is being cutback due to the uncertainty surrounding tariffs causing exporters to reduce purchases of products shipped like Cherry, Red […]