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Potlatch Seeks Mill Partner

Potlatch Corp., Spokane, Wa., is hoping someone will build an onsite sawmill at its poplar plantation near Boardman, Or., to process 350,000 tons of poplar logs into marketable hardwood products.

"We are actively seeking outside parties who have the capital and the expertise to install manufacturing capacity on the plantation site, and market the end products," said Michael S. Urso, v.p.-marketing, wood products & log marketing and land development divisions. "In turn, Potlatch will provide a world-class sustainable poplar resource on an 11year sustainable rotation. "

Planting began 13 years ago and the plantation now includes 17,000 acres. Since 2000, some 1,600 acres have been harvested each year and sold to third-party FSC-certified mills or processed into pulp chips at a temporary on-site mill. Many of the logs were used for the pallet market.

But this year's harvest will be different, said Jake Eaton, marketing, sales and research manager for Potlatch's poplar program. "Beginning this summer, we will begin harvesting the trees that have been manased for high-quality saw logs," said Eaton. "These trees were pruned and allowed to grow to a larger size. When processed they will yield a high percentage of grade lumber that is ideal for hardwood products such as mouldings and millwork."

Universal Buys Truss Maker

Universal Forest Products Inc.. Grand Rapids, Mi., has acquired DuraBilt Mfg. Co., a roof and floor truss manufacturer based in Riverbank, Ca., whose 2005 sales were approximately $16 million.

"We were seeking to expand our ability to supply engineered wood components used in the construction of site-built housing in Northern California," said William G. Currie, Universal's c.e.o. and chairman. "Dura-Bilt presented us with that opportunity, and more."

In addition to expanding truss capacity in the region, the deal allows Universal to introduce area builders to its other engineered products, such as wall panels and Open Joist, which is designed to help erect homes more quickly and cost-effectively.

Dura-Bilt was founded in 1964 by Leonard and Grace Lovalvo. who remained sole owners and will assist with the transition. "Universal is a strong company," Leonard Lovalvo said. "It was important to us that we could provide that kind of future for our people and our valued customers."

The company's 110 employees, including general manager Jeff Qualle, are expected to stay on with Universal. In the near term, Dura-Bilt will operate under its own name as a part of Universal's westem division.

Dealer Enjoys $25K Payback

San Lorenzo Lumber. Santa Cruz. Ca., received a restitution check for more than $25.000. to cover bad checks written last November.

"I'm thrilled that we're getting it back," said credit manager Jennifer Wheeler. San Lorenzo's check was one of the largest awarded this year by a special unit ofthe district attorney.

Since July 2005, the Check Restitution Recovery Unit has recovered $197,000 from bad check writers. Bad checks represent a loss of $12 million per day in California, greater than the loss for all robberies and burglaries combined. "Once we catch them, we're like a collection agency," said district attorney Bob Lee.

Phillip "Terry" Kingsfather has been named president and c.o.o. of Simpson Strong-Tie, Pleasanton, Ca. He replaces Stephen Lamson, who will serve as v.p. and director until he retires retire next year.

Wade Wheeler, ex-Plummer Forest Products, is new to mill sales at Riley Creek, Sandpoint, Id.

Mark Benson has been promoted to v.p.-public affairs for Potlatch Corp., Spokane, Wa.

Andy Shaw has been appointed distribution segment manager-West for Columbia Forest Products.

Don Lenhart is the new mill mgr. of Weyerhaeuser's ilevel facilities in Lebanon, Or., and Bauman, Or. He succeeds Lois Nadolny, now plant mgr. in Raymond, Wa.

Mark Finley, ex-Paramount Builders Inc.. is new to outside sales at Decklok Bracket Systems, Gig Harbor, Wa.

Randy Faris, former president of Dimensions Systems, Salt Lake City, Ut., has joined Progressive Solutions Inc., Richmond, B.C., as bisTrack sales mgr. Dimensions founder Steve Littlefield is now a Progressive Solutions v.p. Tim Elbers has been promoted to sales mgr. Mike Johnson has rejoined the company as an account mgr.

Edward G. Elias, director of international marketing, APA-The Engineered Wood Association, has added the duties of secretary and director of the financial and administrative services division.

Guy Mackey has retired after 22 years with Woodgrain Millwork, Fruitland,Id.

Ray Finnegan was named national sales mgr.-entry door systems at Peachtree Doors & Windows. Kenneth Imhoff is now entrv door brand mgr.

Greg Knight, ex-Boise Cascade, has joined Sierra-Pacific Industries, Redding, Ca., as safety and personnel director. Bill Schmidt has retired as safety/environmental coordinator for the Camino. Ca.. division after l5 years with SPI.

Richard K. Atkinson resigned June l6 as chief financial officer for Pope & Talbot, Portland, Or., to become senior v.p. and c.f.o. of a privately held bio-energy company. He is replaced by Maria M. Pope, who retains her duties as v.p. and gen. mgr. of the wood products division.

Mike MacDonald was promoted to general mgr.-specialty business at Pittsburgh Corning. Dan Daniels was promoted to mgr.-global accounts; Mary Lynn Bruce, market product mgr.-glass block, and Lorraine Wolosencuk. market product mgr.-Grill-Brick.

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Kirk Brimhall has been promoted to general mgr. of consumer products for Rapid Rack Industries, Inc., City of Industry, Ca.

Jeff Tringham has joined Simonton Windows as v.p. and general mgr. of its Vacaville, Ca., operation.

John Steele, ex-Taiga Building Products, is the new general mgr. of solid wood products at International Forest Products. Vancouver. B.C. John Gillis, ex-Western Forest Products, is the new export manager in Burnaby, B.C.

Carey Walley has been named marketing director for TimberTech.

Jason Thompson has joined MeadWestvaco Corp. as directorinvestor relations.

Mark Hollifield, ex-Office Depot, has joined Home Depot as senior v.p.-supply chain.

Richard Wylie was promoted to sales mgr. for national accounts at Wilsonart International.

Judith Durham, executive v.p., has resigned after 2l years with Architectural Woodwork Institute due to family obligations.

Tom Walsh has joined Ironclad Performance Wear Corp., Los Angeles, Ca., as executive v.p. and chief financial officer. Kent Pachl has been promoted to executive v.p. of sales & marketing.

Bill Galligan, retired technical director of Frank Lumber, received an award of merit for lifetime contributions by the West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau.

Charles Nakama, manager, City Mill Co., Honolulu, Hi., was honored as one of six Young Retailers of the Year by the North American Retail Hardware Association.

Wade N. Dewater is now supervisor of the log pond at Mungus-Fungus Forest Products, Climax, Nv., report owners Hugh Mungus and Freddy Fungus.

Lanoga Works With Habitat

To mark the sale of Lanoga Corp., Laird Norton Co. LLC, Seattle, Wa., will honor its former employees by donating $500,000 to Habitat for Humanity International to build homes in the five markets where Lanoga has lumber operations.

"Our gift of $100,000 for each division honors Lanoga's decade-long support for Habitat for Humanity which has taken the form over time of cash contributions, donated building supplies and volunteer labor," said Laird Norton c.e.o. Jeff Vincent. The pledge also extends Lanoga's new three-year. $l million commitment to finance Habitat housing projects nationwide.

The five Lanoga divisions will work with regional Habitat for Humanity affiliates to select and manage a housing project in each of their markets-Lumbermens in Portland, Or.; Home Lumber Co. in Denver, Co.; Dixieline Lumber Company in Southern California; Spenard Builders Supply in Mat-Su Valley, Ak., and United Building Centers in Winona County, Mn.

Construction of the first home is expected to begin this fall in Alaska.