Woodworkers – Weyerhaeuser Employees Vote In Favor Of Union Strike

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On Thursday June 28th, Oregon and Washington Weyerhaeuser Co. employees voted, paving the path forward for bringing work to a halt if negotiators in a union strike continue to disagree on the terms of a new labor contract, according to news reports. Approximately 1,200 workers voted, with more than 90% in favor of strike authority according to International Aerospace and …

Engineered Wood And Why This Market Continues To Grow

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Engineered wood has grown in popularity and demand in recent years, becoming the “go-to” material for builders, architects, building designers and others who are well aware of all of the advantages of this composite wood. In fact, the global engineered wood market is anticipated to grow to more than $41 billion by 2022. Why is engineered wood in such high …

Engineered Wood Products Exempt From EPA Formaldehyde Regulations

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As of June 1, 2018, new EPA regulations regarding the emission of formaldehyde in certain wood products went into effect. While composite wood products including MDF (medium density fiberboard), decorative hardwood plywood and particleboard are some of the products that must meet the new regulations, structural engineered wood products are exempt according to reports. An order was issued addressing litigation …

Lumber – MLMA Convention And Trade Show 2018 Scheduled For July

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The Mississippi Lumber Manufacturers Association Convention & Trade Show 2018 is just weeks away, slated to be held at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, MS July 5th through the 8th. According to Executive Director Lauren Benner, the MLMA’s mission is to serve as the primary point of contact for Mississippi sawmills, as a unified voice on topics …

FAME Board Backs Loan Making Maine Lumber Mill Expansion Possible

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A Masardis, Maine lumber mill will soon expand its capacity with a new conveyor system and high-speed log debarker with loan backing approved by the FAME (Finance Authority of Maine) board, a state business finance agency designed to support Maine business ventures according to recent news reports. The Maibec sawmill was approved for a $944,000 loan by TD Bank with …