July 2024 Hardwood Matters by National Hardwood Lumber Association

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WHAT'S INSIDE

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Jon Syre, Chairman Cascade Hardwood, LLC

Bucky Pescaglia, Vice Chairman Missouri-Pacific Lumber Co., Inc.

Jeff Wirkkala, Past Chairman 2020-2022 Hardwood Industries, Inc.

MISSION LEADERS

Sam Glidden, ITS and ITSEF GMC Hardwoods, Inc.

Ray White, Lumber Services Harold White Lumber, Inc.

Joe Pryor, Education Services Oaks Unlimited

Rich Solano, Convention Pike Lumber Company, Inc.

Stephanie VanDystadt, Membership & Networking DV Hardwoods, Inc.

Rob Cabral, Market Impacts Upper Canada Forest Products, Ltd.

DEPUTY MISSION LEADERS

Burt Craig, Membership & Networking Matson Lumber Company

Tom Coble, Market Impacts Hartzell Hardwoods, Inc.

Dennis Mann, Convention Baillie Lumber Co.

Tom Oiler, Lumber Services Cole Hardwood, Inc.

Brant Forcey, ITS and ITSEF Forcey Lumber Company

George Swaner, Education Services Swaner Hardwood Co., Inc.

COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN

Sam Glidden, Rules GMC Hardwoods, Inc.

HARDWOOD MATTERS

THE VOICE OF THE HARDWOOD INDUSTRY

National Hardwood Lumber Association PO Box 34518 • Memphis, TN 38184-0518 901-377-1818 • 901-382-6419 (fax) info@nhla.com • www.nhla.com

THE MISSION OF NHLA

To serve NHLA Members engaged in the commerce of North American hardwood lumber by: maintaining order, structure and ethics in the changing global hardwood marketplace; providing unique member services; promoting North American hardwood lumber and advocating the interest of the hardwood community in public/private policy issues; and providing a platform for networking opportunities.

For advertising, exhibit and sponsorship inquiries: John Hester, Chief Development Officer at j.hester@nhla.com or 901-399-7558.

For convention registration inquiries: registration@nhla.com or 901-399-7566.

For general convention inquiries: Renee Hornsby, Chief Operating Officer at r.hornsby@nhla.com or 901-399-7560.

NHLA STAFF

Dallin Brooks, Executive Director dallin@nhla.com

John Hester, Chief Development Officer j.hester@nhla.com

Renee Hornsby, Chief Operating Officer r.hornsby@nhla.com

Dana Spessert, Chief Inspector d.spessert@nhla.com

ACCOUNTING

Desiree Freeman, Controller d.freeman@nhla.com

Ashley Johnson, Office Administrator a.johnson@nhla.com

Jens Lodholm, Database Manager j.lodholm@nhla.com

INDUSTRY SERVICES

Mark Bear, National Inspector m.bear@nhla.com

Tom Byers, National Inspector t.byers@nhla.com

Kevin Evilsizer, National Inspector k.evilsizer@nhla.com

Simon Larocque, National Inspector s.larocque@nha.com

Benji Richards, Industry Services Sales Manager b.richards@nhla.com

INSPECTOR TRAINING SCHOOL

Geoff Webb, Dean of the Inspector Training School g.webb@nhla.com

Roman Matyushchenko, Instructor of the Inspector Training School r.matyushchenko@nhla.com

MARKETING/COMMUNICATIONS

Melissa Ellis Smith, Creative Director m.ellis@nhla.com

Brennah Hutchison, Junior Copywriter b.hutchison@nhla.com

Darci Shannon, Communication & Outreach Specialist d.shannon@nhla.com

MEMBERSHIP

Julia Ganey, Member Relations Manager j.ganey@nhla.com

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We deliver a world class selection of hardwoods – including the gold standard in cherry – all sorted, milled and dried to tolerances, consistencies, and yields that were not even possible five years ago. Visit us www.rossilumber.com or call 860-632-3505

TUNMISSABLE NETWORKING

Opportunity

Awaits:

October 2-4 in St. Louis, Missouri

his year, the single largest hardwood lumber convention will take place in St. Louis, Missouri, on October 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. While other conventions focus on hardwood lumber, none is quite like the National Hardwood Lumber Association Annual Convention! From captivating keynote speakers and cutting-edge educational seminars to the vibrant exhibit showcase and lively Bloody Mary bars, this event offers an unparalleled networking experience unlike any other in the hardwood industry.

Network and work with other attendees to find solutions. As one of our membership’s three most important surveyed needs, the NHLA convention provides you and your employees with the best, most efficient networking opportunity! With regular at tendance of more than 1,200 attendees, the convention offers an unrivaled opportunity to build your business through new and old contacts. It’s a chance to strengthen your professional relation ships and expand your network. As Bill Nye aptly said, “Everyone you’ll ever meet knows something you don’t.” Our industry may embrace emerging technology in scanning and AI, but we still rely on relationships and networking to solve business and industry challenges. We are a high-tech yet high-touch industry, meaning we can see the benefits of emerging technology but count on genuine relationships to help implement them. The convention is the best place to gather and learn new information about our industry, discuss solutions for ongoing issues, and meet new and old friends.

I eagerly anticipate the convention each year. What will I learn? Who will I meet? How will that new information benefit my com pany in the future? What can I add to the conversation that might help our industry? These questions may be asked daily but are more easily answered at the convention with 1,200 like-minded

attendees. The convention is a hub of energy and ideas, and your attendance is invaluable. In just a few short days, we can engage with and meet new customers and explore potential solutions for challenges we see daily in our operations. Time and money are finite, and attending the NHLA annual convention is the most efficient use of both.

The convention always has a robust and diverse group of exhibitors on the convention floor, and this year is no exception. Expect to see old vendors with new technology and solutions and new vendors with innovative ideas! The Bloody Mary bars on the convention floor are always a hit, and this year’s many giveaways on Friday afternoon will make you think twice about leaving the exhibit hall early!

NHLA Announces Partnership with Bass Pro Shops/Cabela's

We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership between the National Hardwood Lumber Association and Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s! This collaboration brings incredible benefits to all NHLA members, enhancing your access to top-quality merchandise to support your business needs.

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS FOR NHLA MEMBERS

As part of this partnership, NHLA members will receive exclusive discount pricing on a wide range of products:

• Up to 30% off on Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s private label brands.

• 15% off on national brands including Ariat, Buck, Carhartt, Danner, GCI Outdoor, Under Armour, YETI and many others.

Many items are customizable with your company or event logo. Free Logo Setup – Low Minimums – Embroidery, Engraving, Decals, UV Color

Exhibit Showcase Grand Prize Give-Aways

• UP TO 30% OFF Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s private label brands, including: Ascend, RedHead, Bass Pro Guidewear, World Wide Sportsman, and more!

• UP TO 15% OFF national brands, including: Ariat, Buck, Columbia, Carhartt, Danner, GCI Outdoor, Under Armour, YETI, and many others.

• See our entire merchandise assortment at www.basspro.com

TO OUR 2024 CONVENTION SPONSORS

*as of June 21, 2024

PINNACLE LEVEL

TMX Shipping Co., Inc.

ALDER LEVEL

Cascade Hardwood, LLC

WALNUT LEVEL

Baillie Group

UCS Forest Group of Companies

CHERRY LEVEL

BID Group Technologies LTD

Cole Hardwood, Inc.

Continental Underwriters, Inc.

DMSi Software

Hermitage Hardwood Lumber Sales, Inc.

MO PAC Lumber, Co.

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance, Co.

SII Dry Kilns

USNR

Yoder Lumber Co., Inc. PREMIER SPONSOR

MAPLE LEVEL

The AGL Group

Breeze Dried, Inc.

Granite Valley Forest

NWH

RED OAK LEVEL

A. W. Stiles Contractors, Inc.

Alan McIlvain

Frank Miller Lumber

Kuehne + Nagel

Matson Lumber, Co.

U-C Coatings

REGISTRATION

Complete registration at nhla.com or complete the registration form included in this magazine.

BRING A GUEST

Bring a non-registered guest to the Wednesday night Welcome Reception and the Thursday night OktoberFest! for $50 each.

Member

Member Spouse

Non-Member

(June 15 – Sept. 6) (Sept. 7 – Sept. 27) (Oct. 1 - Oct. 3)

$750

$525

$800 $850

$575 $625

$1000 $1050 $1100

Non-Member Spouse $725 $775 $825

BEWARE of Unofficial Housing Agencies!

Bring a non-registered guest to the Friday Night Gala for $170. Tickets for the gala must be purchased in advance only. Gala is limited to 350 guests. No on-site tickets allowed.

Wristbands can be purchased in advance or on-site. Name tags will not be issued.

NHLA does not use an outside agency for hotel rooms and will not solicit hotel rooms to you directly. BE AWARE of HOTEL SCAMMERS. DO NOT book with an outside agency!

HOTEL INFORMATION

To book a hotel room for the 2024 NHLA Annual Convention, you must FIRST register for the convention. Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email containing links to book a hotel room at the NHLA rate. You can only book a hotel room after you complete convention registration.

The St. Louis Grand is directly across the street from the America’s Center (just 15 steps), which will house all the NHLA Convention activities.

Marriott Hotel St. Louis Grand 800 Washington Ave. St. Louis, MO 63101

NHLA guest room rate is $209++

On-Site Parking Daily: $35

On Site Parking (Valet): $53 per night. *Parking at the Marriott does not accommodate oversized vehicles.

TUESDAY 10|01

5:30–6:30pm ITSEF Golf Tournament Player’s Only Reception n | Marriott St. Louis Grand

DAY

1 AGENDA

WEDNESDAY 10|02

7am Buses depart for Tapawingo National n | Marriott St. Louis Grand

8am Start ITSEF Golf Tournament n | Tapawingo National

11am NHLA Registration Desk Opens | America’s Center, 2nd Floor

11am–4:30pm Exhibitor Showcase Setup | America’s Ballroom, 2nd Floor

2:30–4:30pm Sawmill Producer's Meeting | Room 230-231

5–6pm Rossi VIP Reception n | Marriott Statler Room, Lobby Level

6–7:30pm Welcome Reception | America’s Center, 2nd Floor Atrium Sponsored by Cascade Hardwood

7:30–10pm NHLA Board of Manager’s Dinner n | Marriott Crystal Ballroom, 20th Floor n Members Only n By Invitation Only n Pre-registration Required Schedule Subject to Change

SPECIAL EVENTS

WELCOME RECEPTION

Wednesday, October 2 | 6-7:30pm America's Center, 2nd Floor Atrium

ITSEF 2024 GOLF TOURNAMENT

Wednesday, October 2

7 am Buses depart from the Marriott St. Louis Grand | 8 am Start Tapawingo National Golf Club

Join us in supporting the mission of the Inspector Training School Educational Foundation (ITSEF) as we host the 2024 ITSEF Golf Classic alongside the NHLA Annual Convention at Tapawingo National Golf Club.

Your participation supports our mission to develop and advance the Inspector Training School and its graduates, nurturing them as future leaders of the hardwood industry. Together, we can build a stronger tomorrow!

Note: ITSEF Golf Classic Golfers Only Welcome Reception on Tuesday, October 1st from 5:30-6:30pm. Check-in to your room and come on down to meet your team and the other players. Grab your swag bag and a beer but turn-in early.

Pre-registration is required for attendance. Please make sure you add this event to your Convention registration if you would like to attend. Secure your spot by registering as a player for $275 per person.

Course Information:

Tapawingo National Golf Club

13001 Gary Player Dr. | St. Louis, MO 63127 www.tapawingogolf.com

If you would like to sponsor the ITSEF Golf Tournament, contact John Hester at j.hester@nhla.com.

DAY 2 AGENDA

THURSDAY 10|03

7am–3pm NHLA Registration Desk Open! | America’s Center, 2nd Floor

7–8:30am Full Breakfast Buffet for All Convention Attendees | America’s Center, 2nd Floor Atrium

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GOPENING SESSION: KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Mara Liasson

Thursday, October 3 at 8:30am

NAVIGATING THE FOREST SERVICE WOOD INNOVATION GRANTS: SUCCESS STORIES AND APPLICATION INSIGHTS

Join us for an informative panel discussion on the Forest Service Wood Innovation Grants, featuring firsthand accounts from companies that have successfully received these grants. Learn about the application process, key strategies for crafting a compelling proposal, and the innovative projects that have been funded. This session will be facilitated by a member of the U.S. Forest Service, who will provide expert guidance and answer your questions about the Wood Innovation Grants program. Whether you're new to the grants or looking to refine your application, this session offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you secure funding for your wood innovation projects.

1:30-2:30pm | Room 230-231

HARDWOOD END-USER MARKET OUTLOOK:

TRENDS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF HARDWOOD LUMBER

SPECIAL EVENTS

SPOUSE AND GUEST EVENT

GATEWAY TO ST. LOUIS TOUR

Thursday, October 3 | 10:30am-2:30pm

This tour promises a blend of architectural marvels, historic insights, and some leisure time in green spaces, providing a rich overview of what St. Louis has to offer. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes for walking, and perhaps a camera to capture the views from the Arch and the intricate interiors of the cathedrals. Enjoy your journey through the Gateway City!

Pre-registration is required. Cost to attend is $100. Be sure to add on this event during your Convention registration.

DRIVING TOUR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Laclede’s Landing – A historic area known for its cobblestone streets and vibrant nightlife;

• The Old Cathedral – Officially known as the Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France, one of the city’s oldest buildings;

• The Old Courthouse – Famous for being the site of the Dred Scott case;

• Busch Stadium – Home of the St. Louis Cardinals, iconic for baseball fans;

• Citygarden – An urban park and sculpture garden in downtown St. Louis.

TOUR STOPS INCLUDE:

• The New Cathedral (Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis in Midtown) – Known for its stunning mosaics.

• Gateway Arch – Includes a tram ride to the top for spectacular views of the Mississippi River and the city.

• The Museum at Gateway Arch National Park offers a free, innovative, and accessible experience showcasing over 200 years of our city’s history.

NHLA INSPECTOR TRAINING SCHOOL ALUMNI RECEPTION

Thursday, October 3 at 2:45-3:45pm Room 232

SPECIAL EVENTS

HAPPY HOUR IN THE EXHIBIT SHOWCASE

Thursday, October 3 at 4-5pm

America's Ballroom, 2nd Floor

OKTOBERFEST! A BIERGARTEN BUYOUT AT ANHEUSER-BUSCH

Thursday, October 3 | 5:30-8:30pm

Anheuser-Busch

Buses will depart from the America's Center at 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by MO PAC Lumber Company

Join us for an exclusive experience within an experience at the NHLA Annual Convention this October! We’re thrilled to announce a special buyout event at the renowned Anheuser-Busch Biergarten, where the spirit of camaraderie meets the essence of Oktoberfest.

Enjoy a feast of Toasted Ravioli, Beer Bratwurst, and more, plus endless brews from our open bar. Meet the Budweiser Clydesdales and engage in friendly competition with yard games scattered throughout the venue, or simply relax and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of our indoor and outdoor biergartens.

Ticket Required for Admittance. Tickets are $35 for attendees, $50 for non-attendees, including transportation. Secure your spot during Convention registration!

DAY 3 AGENDA

FRIDAY 10|04

7am–3pm NHLA Registration Desk Open! | America’s Center, 2nd Floor

7–8am Affiliate Group Meetings

• Fellowship of Christian Lumbermen | Room 241

• Canadian Hardwood Bureau n | Room 242

7–8am Full Breakfast Buffet for All Convention Attendees | America’s Center, 2nd Floor Atrium

8–10:30am NHLA General Session Highlights: State of the Association, Board Elections, Industry Updates, and Legislative Insights | Ferrara Theatre Sponsored by Pennsylvania Lumbermen's Mutual Insurance Co.

10:30am–2pm Stop by the National Inspector Connection Hub to Meet Your Area NHLA Inspector! Find out how the NHLA programs and services can benefit your company. | Room 240

10:30am–3pm Exhibit Showcase Open | America’s Ballroom, 2nd Floor

10:45–11:45am Ed Session: Innovations and Challenges in the Hardwood Lumber Market | Room 230-231

11am–Noon Bloody Mary Bar in the Exhibit Showcase Sponsored by Breeze Dried, Inc.

11:30am–1pm Lunch for All Convention Attendees in the Exhibit Showcase

1–2pm Ed Session: Expanding Horizons: International Markets for U.S. Hardwoods presented by the American Hardwood Export Council | Room 230-231

2-3pm Exhibit Showcase Grand Prize Give-Aways (must be present to win) Sponsored by The AGL Group, Baillie Group, and Granite Valley Forest

6–11pm Friday Night Blue and Gold Gala n | Marriott St. Louis Grand

NHLA GENERAL SESSION

Friday, October 4 at 8am

Sponsored by Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company

The Annual Business Meeting is a cornerstone event where NHLA members convene to deliberate on the Association’s affairs. This gathering is essential for aligning on the organization’s vision, addressing member concerns, and planning future initiatives.

Highlights of the Meeting:

• State of the Association Address: Executive Director Dallin Brooks will present a comprehensive overview of the Association's current status, achievements over the past year, and strategic goals for the upcoming year.

• Board of Directors Elections: Members will participate in the democratic process of electing new representatives to the NHLA Board of Directors. This includes the appointment of a new Chairman and Vice Chairman, who will play pivotal roles in steering the Association's future activities and policies.

• Industry Presentations: After the elections, attendees will benefit from a series of informative presentations:

• Real American Hardwood Coalition: Gain insights into the Coalition's latest initiatives and efforts to promote American hardwood products.

• EUDR Policy Update: Stay informed on the latest developments regarding the European Union’s Due Diligence Regulation (EUDR) policy, which impacts the hardwood industry’s export and import operations.

• Timely Industry Information: Learn about other critical industry trends, challenges, and opportunities. These presentations will cover recent advancements, regulatory changes, and market dynamics affecting the hardwood sector.

Why

Attend the General Session?

• Network with Peers: Connect with fellow NHLA members, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to share experiences, build relationships, and collaborate on common goals.

• Influence the Association’s Direction: Your participation in the elections and discussions ensures that your voice is heard, and you play a role in shaping the future of the NHLA.

• Stay Informed: Equip yourself with the latest knowledge and insights to stay competitive and compliant in the ever-evolving hardwood industry.

Join us on Friday, October 4, for this pivotal event, sponsored by Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company, to contribute to the collective growth and success of the NHLA community.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

10:45-11:45am | Room 230-231

INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN THE HARDWOOD LUMBER MARKET

Dive into the dynamic landscape of the hardwood lumber industry with our comprehensive session on market developments and emerging challenges. Explore key topics such as wood substitution and its impact on market dynamics, and discover the latest trends in structural applications, including HCLT and mass timber. Learn about emerging products and markets like thermal modification, urban wood utilization, and more. This session will also cover strategies for expanding domestic use of hardwoods and the role of hardwoods in fuels and energy. Ideal for industry professionals looking to stay ahead of market trends and capitalize on new opportunities, this session offers valuable insights into the future of the hardwood lumber market.

1-2pm

| Room 230-231

EXPANDING HORIZONS: INTERNATIONAL MARKETS FOR U.S. HARDWOODS

Join us for an insightful session on the global opportunities for U.S. hardwoods, presented by the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC). This presentation will delve into the latest data and trends, highlighting emerging markets for U.S. hardwoods outside the United States. Gain valuable insights into market dynamics and the unique attributes of U.S. hardwoods that make them sought after worldwide.

AHEC will provide an in-depth analysis of new and growing markets, including regions in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, where demand for American hardwoods is on the rise. Learn about the drivers behind this demand, such as sustainability, quality, and versatility, and discover how your business can capitalize on these opportunities.

Whether you’re looking to expand your business internationally or enhance your understanding of global market dynamics, this session will provide the essential knowledge and strategies you need to succeed in the international marketplace. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts and position your business for global growth.

SPECIAL EVENTS

BLUE AND GOLD GALA

Friday, October 4 | 6-11pm Marriott St. Louis Grand

Join us for the Blue and Gold Gala Event, a pinnacle evening at the NHLA Annual Convention. On this special Friday, we will witness a significant tradition as Jon Syre, the outgoing NHLA Chairman, ceremoniously passes the gavel to the 64th incoming Chairman. Celebrate the conclusion of the convention in true St. Louis Blues style, marking a memorable transition and a bright future ahead.

Door Prizes and Dancing are all included. Cocktails begin at 6pm, dinner will be served at 7pm and the seven-piece Funky Butt Brass Band (FBBB) will take the stage at 8pm.

Ticket Required for Admittance. Tickets are $85 for attendees, $170 for non-attendees. Secure your spot today!

You can register for this event when you register for the NHLA Convention.

SHOWCASE HOURS AND EVENTS

Thursday, October 5

Exhibit Showcase Opens at 10:30am

National Inspector Meet and Greet 10:45am-4pm in Room 240

Bloody Mary Bar Open 11am-12pm - Sponsored by USNR

Lunch Served 11:30am-1pm

Gourmet Popcorn Station 2-3pm - Sponsored by U-C Coatings.

Happy Hour in the Exhibit Showcase 4-5pm - Sponsored by NWH

Friday, October 6

Exhibit Showcase Opens at 10:30am

National Inspector Meet and Greet 10:30am-2pm in Room 240

Bloody Mary Bar Open 11am-12pm - Sponsored by Breeze Dried, Inc.

Lunch Served 11:30am-1pm

Exhibit Showcase Grand Prize Giveaways 2-3pm (must be present to win)

Sponsored by The AGL Group, Baillie Group, and Granite Valley Forest

EXHIBITOR LISTING

AS OF JUNE 21, 2024

307 A.W. Stiles Contractors, Inc.

812 The AGL Group

816 American Wood Technology, LLC

900 Bass Pro Shops/Cabela's

821 BID Group Technologies Ltd

415 Biolube, Inc.

409 Blue Book Services Inc. LLC

814 Breeze Dried Inc.

706 Brunner-Hildebrand Lumber Dry Kiln Co.

805/807 Cascade Hardwood LLC

802 Center-Line Trailers

824 Cleereman Industries, Inc.

517 Combilift

311 Continental Underwriters, Inc.

410 Cooper Machine Co., Inc.

116 Dansons

813/815 DMSi Software

825 Eagle Machinery & Supply, Inc.

506 EBI Electric, Inc.

309 Ecolab Specialty Pest Services, Inc.

611 EFM Transportation

413 EHS Support LLC

712 Embry Automation & Controls, Inc.

515 Equipment Depot

405/504 Forestry Systems, Inc.

510 Fr. Meyer's Sohn NA LLC (FMS Logistics)

507 Froedge Machine & Supply Co., Inc.

804 Fromm Packaging Systems

206 FSS, Inc.

714 Goodfellow, Inc.

216 Hardwood Market Report

208 Hasko Industries

306 Heartwood Brands

416 The Horton Group

509 HUB International Forestry & Wood

Products Insurance

830 Hurst Boiler & Welding Co., Inc.

406 Industrial Carbide Saw & Tool Corp.

411 Interglobo North America

820 ISK Biocides, Inc.

822 King City/Northway Forwarding Ltd.

417 Kop-Coat Protection Products

605 Koppers. Inc.

508 Lico Machinery Inc.

704 Logs 2 Lumber

305/404 Lumber Marketplace

516 Max Board Feet

608 Mazelon Chambers Neff Group Baird Private Wealth Management

408 McDonough Manufacturing Co.

617 Mellott MFG. Co., Inc.

614 Messersmith BioMass Boilers

407 MiCROTEC

111 Missouri Walnut, LLC

710 National Hardwood Magazine, Inc.

832 Nyle Dry Kilns

817 Ort Flooring and Lumber Company

716 Pakira, Inc.

108 Penn-Sylvan International, Inc.

615

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Co.

105 Piché

610 Point Global Logistics

317 Redwood Plastics and Rubber

505/604 SII Dry Kilns

207 SPRINGER USA, Inc.

606 Taylor Machine Works, Inc.

412 Therma Wood Technologies

831/833 TMX Shipping Co., Inc.

205/304 TS Manufacturing Co.

823 TUFF-STIK - Aluminum Dry Kiln Sticks

806 U-C Coatings, LLC

204 USNR

616

VisionTally - Industrial Vision Systems, Inc.

217 Wagner Meters

708

West Virginia Hardwood Alliance Zone

310 Williams and White Equipment

316 Wood-Mizer, LLC

308 Yoder Saws, Inc.

BASS PRO 900

SOLD BOOTHS AVAILABLE BOOTHS

DON'T MISS STOPPING BY!

THURSDAY ONLY GOURMET POPCORN STATION U-C COATINGS 2-3PM

Great booths left, but they won't last long. If you would like to be a part of this years EXHIBIT SHOWCASE contact John Hester at j.hester@nhla.com.

MEET OUR EXHIBITORS

AS OF JUNE 21, 2024

A. W. STILES CONTRACTORS INC.

BOOTH 307

286 Bass Lane McMinnville, TN 37110

931-668-8768

www.awscontractorsinc.com

Contact: Lee Stiles at lee@awscontractorsinc.com

A.W. Stiles Contractors Inc. is a full-service lumber drying equipment provider. They custom design, fabricate, and install new equipment, as well as offer partial and complete rebuilds, retrofits, and repairs to existing equipment regardless of the manufacturer. A.W. Stiles also offers commercial painting and protective kiln coatings, steel fabrication, T-sheds, and a full line of kiln parts.

THE AGL GROUP

BOOTH 812

317 Libbey Industrial Pkwy. B200 Weymouth, MA 02189 781-544-3970

www.theAGLgroup.com

Contact: Jeffrey Dougherty at Jdougherty@TheAGLGroup.com

Founded in 2013, The AGL Group is a well-established global logistics company. Our expertise lies in the transportation of forest products, providing comprehensive solutions for domestic, export, and import shipments. With a commitment to building long-term partnerships, we constantly improve our services to deliver exceptional results for our clients. Headquartered in Weymouth, Massachusetts, and with offices in Jacksonville, Florida, and Barranquilla, Colombia, our mission is to make lives easier through simplifying your supply chain.

AMERICAN WOOD

TECHNOLOGY,

LLC

BOOTH 816

1039 Brockton Road Jefferson, GA 30549

404-520-0239

www.americanwoodtechnology.com

Contact: Claus Staalner at CStaalner@AWTech-llc.com

American Wood Technology specializes in providing the latest advanced wood treatment equipment for all kinds of businesses. For our industry we are the leaders in Thermo Modification processing plant equipment and offer our clients the very latest in the Thermo Process. We offer custom built plant and can accommodate most demands. You will find our processes offers the highest lumber quality meaning less checking, less odor and more durability than any other processes available. Please contact us for more detailed information.

BASS PRO SHOPS/CABELA’S – BUSINESS SALES

BOOTH 900 2500 E Kearney Springfield, MO 65898 800-243-6626

www.basspro.com/shop/en/b2b

Contact: Allan Hartung at allan.hartung@cabelas.com

When it comes to buying merchandise and apparel for your business, we deliver! Discount pricing, fast shipping, customization services that add your company’s logo or event to our outdoor-themed products. We’ve got the services you count on at Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s Business Sales.

• Discount Pricing

• Customization

• Free Logo Set up

• Low Minimums

Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s - North America’s Premier Outdoor and Conservation Company.

Our Mission: Inspiring Everyone to Enjoy, Love and Conserve the Great Outdoors.

BID GROUP TECHNOLOGIES LTD.

BOOTHS 821 18095 Lapointe Street Mirabel, QC, J7J 1E3 450-435-2121 www.bidgroup.ca

Contact: Anne-Marie Levesque at anne-marie.levesque@bidgroup.ca

Since 1924, the privately-owned BID Group has been providing industry-leading solutions for its highly valued customers in the wood processing industry. BID is a leader in Operational Lifecycle Excellence, transformational wood processing technologies, and integrated solutions. It’s at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Solutions in the industry, empowering customers to achieve their best overall performance.

BID adds strategic value to its customers through its ability to provide complete, smart connected, turnkey manufacturing facilities that include engineering, project management, equipment, software, installation, startup, and after sales parts and services. BID is dedicated to delivering its customers performance, innovation, remarkable service, and results through continuous improvement of its products and services. The company has offices in 15 locations situated to serve its global customer base.

BIOLUBE, INC.

BOOTH 415 4611 Newaygo Road, Suite D Fort Wayne, IN 46808

260-414-9633

www.biolube1.com

Contact: sales@biolube1.com

Biolube is the home of Lubie® saw lubricating systems, Lubie lubricants, grinding coolants, blade and pitch cleaners, as well as other specialty products for the sawmill industry. Our Lube Master 1000 coupled with our saw lubricants prevent resin and pitch buildup and is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We provide you with the most environmentally friendly, cost competitive products that will allow your mill to increase it’s efficiency. Our proven products are made in the U.S.A. and available throughout the United States, Canada and New Zealand to provide you with the products you need along with technical assistance.

BLUE BOOK SERVICES, LLC

BOOTH 409 845 E Geneva Rd. Carol Stream, IL 60187

630-668-3500 (753) www.lumberbluebook.com

Contact: Trent Johnson at tjohnson@bluebookservices.com

Blue Book provides an online database of over 23,000 hardwood and softwood mills, secondary manufacturers, wholesalers, retail yards and industrial accounts. With unlimited search capabilities, sales professionals can quickly find new customers when searching by geographic location, business classification, species/products handled and much more. Blue Book’s powerful lead generation resource is coupled with in-depth credit information to help you make informed credit decisions. Over $2 billion of industry-specific accounts receivable data is confidentially provided to Blue Book each month. This data is analyzed and used to report pay trends and predictive credit scores.

BREEZE DRIED, INC.

BOOTH 814

1300 Jackson Sideroad RR #2 Tillsonburg, ON, N4G 4G7

519-842-6841

www.breezedried.com

Contact: Mike Penner at mpenner@breezedried.com

Breeze Dried invented the original, patented, Breeze Dried Stick. Breeze Dried Sticks solve the problem of sticker stain and have been the industry standard for drying white woods since their inception in the 1990s. Breeze Dried focuses on exemplary service by stocking multiple truckloads of standard sizes or custom manufacturing to your specifications to deliver quickly and keep your business moving. Breeze Dried offers cross-vented profiled kiln sticks, custom profiling, and custom rip and dress.

BRUNNER-HILDEBRAND LUMBER DRY KILN CO.

BOOTH 706

7516 Highway 70 S, Suite 170 Nashville, TN 37221

615-469-0745

www.bhl-drykilns.com

Contact: Jos aan de Stegge at jos.aandestegge@brunner-hildebrand.com or Dominik Belzer at dominik.belzer@brunner-hildebrand.com

Brunner-Hildebrand has been manufacturing lumber dry kilns worldwide since 1950 and has installed now over 15,000 kilns. Brunner-Hildebrand Lumber Dry Kiln Co., based in Nashville, TN, offers the most comprehensive range of dry kilns: Package kilns (forklift and track loaded for soft and hard wood), continuous kilns, steamers, heat-treat kilns, pre-dryers and vacuum kilns. Over the past years we have continued our emphasis on improving the energy efficiency of our kilns and developing our new B-Vector control system.

CASCADE HARDWOOD LLC

BOOTHS 805 & 807

158 Ribelin Road; PO Box 269 Chehalis, WA 98532

360-345-1300

www.cascadehardwood.com

Contact: Rick Barrett at rick@chgsales.com

Cascade Hardwood LLC is a major supplier of Alder, PC Maple and Cottonwood lumber. We manufacture approximately 85 million board feet (200,000m3) of Western USA hardwoods giving us enough volume to supply the largest distributors and manufacturers with their needs. The website www.cascadehardwood.com details the proprietary grading rules used by CASCADE. The rules are designed to allow manufacturers to tailor the grades purchased more closely to their applications, increasing yields and improving the bottom line.

CENTER-LINE TRAILERS

BOOTH 802

1301 E Dallas St. Mansfield, Texas 76063 817-477-5535

www.center-linegroup.com

Contact: Rick Benton at rbenton@cntrline.net

Center-Line Group brings 40 years of experience to the curtain side trailer business and is the supplier of choice for curtain-side trailers, curtains and curtainsider parts in the United States.

We not only carry parts and replacement curtains for Center-Line Trailers, but for all makes and models of curtainside trailers manufactured in the U.S. We proudly offer the highest quality products and service in the curtainsider industry. We are Dedicated to Excellence!

CLEEREMAN INDUSTRIES, INC.

BOOTH 824

5500 Pine Street

Newald, WI 54511

715-674-2700

www.cleereman.com

Contact: Bonnie Lewis at bonnie@cleereman.com

Cleereman Industries sold their first Cleereman carriage in 1955, since then we have been providing top quality machinery and service that is second to none in the industry. With an in-house engineering department we now do everything from concept to blueprint, turnkey sawmills to single piece equipment.

In our 2 facilities with over 65,000 square foot begins the manufacturing of:

Carriages & Drives • Cleereman Controls with 3D Scanning, Log Turners • Log Merchandising Line • Rosserhead Debarkers

Operator Cabs/Control Booths • Track Frames & Rail

Cable Tighteners & Sheaves • Log & Lumber Conveyors

Cant Resaws Board Edgers • Trim Lines • Hydraulic Power Units

LumberPro/Sawmill Packages • Chop Saws/Cant Tie Lines

Metal Detectors/Log Haul • Edgers, Band Saws, Stave Mill Equipment

COMBILIFT

BOOTH 517

303 Concord Street

Greensboro, NC 27406

877-COMBI-56 www.combilift.com

Contact: Patrick Keenan at Patrick.keenan@combilift.com

COMBILIFT manufactures Multi-Directional Lift Trucks and Container Loading-Unloading Equipment. The electro-hydraulically powered Combilift Slip-Sheet (CSS) and Log-Loader (CLL) enable semi-automatic container loading of Lumber & Logs, faster & safer with reduced product damage.

CSS – SLIP-SHEET: Lumber is pre-loaded onto the Hardox Steel Slip-Sheet. The truck aligns & attaches to the CSS and the push-pull mechanism powers the loaded sheet into the container . . . The Load Retention Gate closes holding the load in place and the sheet retracts. CLL– LOG-LOADER: Logs are pre-loaded into the high-sided Tub. The truck aligns & attaches to the CLL and the push-pull mechanism powers the loaded Tub into the container . . . The Hatch closes holding the logs securely in place and the Tub retracts.

CONTINENTAL UNDERWRITERS, INC.

BOOTH 311

3435-A West Leigh Street

Richmond, VA 23230

804-643-7800

www.contund.com

Contact: Melissa Berry at melissa@contund.com

Continental Underwriters, Inc. is a full-service intermediary and program administrator specializing in all aspects of forest products insurance and risk assessment services. With a nationwide reach and an experienced team, they deliver quality insurance programs with competitive pricing to both their agency partners and clients alike. Through their attention to detail, superior level of customer service and offering coverage to

meet the needs of their customer’s business they have been deemed one of the foremost providers of insurance within the industry. The Continental Underwriters, Inc. team is focused on growing future opportunities while also managing placements for agents and brokers. That is why they are The National Solution to Your Local Risk™!

COOPER MACHINE CO., INC.

BOOTH 410

PO Box 550, 50 W Smith St Wadley, GA 30477

478-252-5885

www.coopermachine.com

Contact: Frances Cooper at info@coopermachine.com or Chase Chiles at cchiles@coopermachine.com

Cooper Machine is Home of the Scragg. While we are best known for our Overhead and Chain Scraggs, we offer a large variety of labor saving equipment to process both hardwoods and softwoods. With solutions for merchandising, producing and sorting lumber, cants, ties, mats, pallet parts, or post and poles, we have labor saving solutions. Whether a single machine or a whole mill, give us a call and give us a chance to show you what Cooper and our valued partners can do for you.

DANSONS

BOOTH 116 8877 N Gainey Center Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480-795-7245 www.dansons.com

Contact: James Barnett at james.barnett@dansons.com

Dansons was founded in 1999 by Dan Thiessen and two of his sons, with the desire to turn the waste of sawmills into a reliable source of energy. Through widespread success in Canada, the US, and internationally, our company eventually went on to expand its product line from horse and animal bedding to pellet fuel and pellet fuel appliances, and more recently to industry-leading brands such as Louisiana Grills and Pit Boss Grills.

DMSi SOFTWARE BOOTHS 813 & 815 11650 Miracle Hills Dr. Suite 100 Omaha, NE 68154 800-347-6720 www.dmsi.com

Contact: Henry German at hgerman@dmsi.com

DMSi Software provides solutions for the entire hardwood supply chain, from timber to consumer. Their new DMSi Log app and web system manages log scaling and timber contracts. eLIMBS and SCi systems include easy-to-use handheld and desktop software for tracking wood products through sawmills. The TallyExpress mobile app lets users tally bundles in minutes from a standard Android smartphone. Neural Grader is an automated lumber grading system using computer vision and artificial intelligence. Agility ERP provides robust inventory and order management for distributors and retailers. Independently owned and privately held, DMSi is proud to exclusively serve the lumber and building materials industry.

EAGLE MACHINERY & SUPPLY, INC.

BOOTH 825

422 Dutch Valley Drive Sugarcreek, OH 44681

330-852-1300

www.eaglemachines.com

Contact: Bob Hurst at bob.hurst@eaglemachines.com

Eagle Machinery & Supply, Inc. is a world class custom machinery and automation supplier specializing in wood processing systems, optimization solutions for scanning, ripping, and crosscutting, planing, and sanding, finger jointing, robotic work cells, bulk material handling and hydraulic fluid power units. Eagle proudly designs and manufactures industrial processing system solutions in the USA. Eagle is also the sales distribution systems integrator for sales, training, installation, technical support, parts, and service of MiCROTEC/WoodEye Scanning and OSI Machinerie Systems throughout North America.

EBI ELECTRIC, INC.

BOOTH 506

2250, 90e Rue

Saint-Georges, QC, G5Y7J7 418-228-5505

www.ebielectric.com

Contact: Francois Martel at fmartel@ebielectric.com

EBI Electric is a third-generation family business specializing in the manufacturing of wood scanners.

ECOLAB SPECIALTY PEST

SERVICES, INC.

BOOTH 309

53 McCullough Drive New Castle, DE 19720 302-332-6177

www.ecolab.com/fumigation

Contact: James Conroy at james.conroy@ecolab.com

Ecolab Pest Elimination provides industry-leading expertise to protect your product and maintain a safe, healthy, pest-free environment. Since 1976, their dedicated fumigation teams have provided specialized services at ports throughout the United States, with over 40 local, inland, and seaport fumigation centers. Whether your commodity is facing quarantine regulations of imports or foreign-country requirements of exports, Ecolab is fully registered, expertly trained and uniquely experienced to provide compliant effective fumigation. Ecolab: committed to a higher standard. They put their expertise to work every day to solve the industry’s most complex pest challenges.

EFM TRANSPORTATION

BOOTH 611

1 Genstar Lane Joliet, IL 60435

630-618-0200

www.efmtransportation.com

Contact: Eric Biestek at eric@efmtransportation.com

EHS SUPPORT

BOOTH 413

4885 McKnight Road #188 Pittsburgh, PA 15237

724-762-7951

www.EHS-Support.com

Contact: Monica Meyer at Monica.Meyer@ehs-support.com

Established in 2005, EHS Support is a fully remote environmental, health and safety (EH&S) consulting firm comprised of engineers, geologists, scientists, and technical experts who provide solutions to complex EH&S issues across a broad range of market sectors and industries. Our global team forms long-lasting partnerships with our clients through a culture of excellence, innovation, work ethic, and integrity.

EHS Support focuses on developing opportunities and managing risks for businesses, specifically in the wood sector. Our experts have the skills and knowledge to provide the crucial advice and practical solutions needed for success. We’ve successfully completed projects in over 100 countries—from due diligence and EH&S auditing/ compliance to remediation. We listen to our clients, making sure we truly understand their unique challenges, business needs, and goals so we can provide value right from the start. Our team does more than identify problems— we provide solutions.

EMBRY AUTOMATION & CONTROLS, INC.

BOOTH 712

900 Maxwell Avenue

Evansville, IN 47711

812-475-8909

www.embryenterprises.com

Contact: Rick Embry at rembry@embryteam.com

Offering 24/7 support and UL508A certification, Embry Automation & Controls provides custom automated control solutions that specialize in human-to-machine and machine-to-machine interactions. Our goal is to create the safest systems for our customers' unique environments, all while optimizing the functionality for peak performance and reliability. We are a proud supporter of NHLA, its members, and affiliates.

EQUIPMENT DEPOT

BOOTH 515

4820 Crittenden Dr. Louisville, KY 40209 502-631-0108

www.eqdepot.com

Contact: Donnie Johnson at Donnie.Johnson@eqdepot.com

SANY AND EQUIPMENT DEPOT - TOUGH EQUIPMENT BACKED BY SUPERIOR SERVICE

Equipment Depot, America’s largest independently operated material handling and rental source, is the primary SANY distributor in the United States for heavy forklifts, empty container handlers, and port equipment. Together we are offering the strongest coverage in the industry – SANY’s 3-year/6,000-hour warranty.*

With a coast-to-coast network of support, Equipment Depot provides a holistic approach to solving your specific operational challenges and is your one-stop source for new and used equipment, parts, service, leasing, rentals, and integrated warehouse solutions.

FORESTRY SYSTEMS, INC.

BOOTHS 405 & 504 P.O. Box 694 Summerfield, NC 27358

800-868-2559

www.forestrysystems.com

Contact: Patrick Jenks at patjenks@forestrysystems.com

Forestry Systems is the leading developer of software and hardware solutions for the hardwood lumber and logging industries. FSI was first to introduce handheld programs such as the Log Scaler, Chain Tally, End Tally and Timber Cruiser. After 37 years, Forestry Systems is still producing innovative solutions for our industry. Used by over 800 operations today, FSI's systems are proven effective and backed by the most experienced customer support in the industry.

FR. MEYER'S SOHN NA LLC (FMS LOGISTICS)

BOOTH 510

5 Commerce Drive Reading, PA 19607 610-396-9550

www.fms-logistics.com

Contact: Anna Adams at anna.adams@fms-logistics.com

Fr. Meyer's Sohn NA LLC (FMS Logistics) is a family-owned global forwarding company, established in 1897. FMS takes care of their customers by providing transport and logistics solutions that add value to their supply chain. They offer solutions for ocean freight, airfreight and truck shipments. FMS is one of the world’s top 10 sea freight forwarding companies. With over 100 years of experience in forest products, there's no need to knock on wood!

FROEDGE MACHINE & SUPPLY CO., INC.

BOOTH 507

317 Radio Station Road

Tompkinsville, KY 42167

270-487-5891

www.froedge.com

Contact: Tom Froedge at ht.froedge@froedge.com

Froedge Machine & Supply Co., Inc. has been providing industrial supply, machining, automation, manufacturing and repair since 1962. Their primary services include lumber handling, program controls, database work, full repair services in hydraulics and mechanical areas, part replacements and fulfillment, as well as CNC and manual machining departments. They now provide the Tie Drop Saw Trimmer with length optimization.

FROMM PACKAGING SYSTEMS

BOOTH 804

85 Fulton St., Unit 4 Boonton, NJ 07005

973-334-5777

www.frommpackagingsystems.com

Contact: Rachel Tamulevich at rachel.tamulevich@airpadusa.com

FROMM Packaging Systems for the lumber Industry consists of heavyduty machinery. Our equipment covers all packaging solutions for the forestry industry (timber, plywood, MDF) with strapping machines, wrapping and waterproof machines. FROMM develops and produces a wide variety of systems for unitizing and palletizing goods for transport: strapping machines and systems, pallet stretch wrapping machines, together with all necessary consumables. Established in 1947, the Swiss company pursues a policy of logical vertical integration while upholding traditional values such as proximity to customers, quality consciousness, continuity, independence and environmental awareness, which are the reasons for decades of success.

FSS, INC.

BOOTH 206 16950 Westfield Park Road Westfield, IN 46074

800-992-1991

www.fsszone.com

Contact: Tracey Moore at t.moore@fsszone.com

FSS, Inc. provides fumigation services for the export industry. We are long time members of the IHLA and are more recent members of NHLA.

FSS operates multiple point of origin fumigation facilities to accommodate the growing demand for inland fumigation services. These convenient locations help alleviate delays and fees incurred at the port.

Our facilities are located in Joliet, IL (Chicago); Lockbourne, OH; Corydon, IN (Louisville); Harrison, OH (Cincinnati); Westfield, IN (Indianapolis). We want to thank the hardwood industry for the great support and we look forward to visiting you at the convention.

GOODFELLOW, INC.

BOOTH 714

225 Goodfellow Street Delson, QC J5B 1V5

Canada

450-635-6511

www.goodfellowinc.com

Contact: Stephane Desfosses at SDesfosses@goodfellowinc.com or Dominic Gurekas @DGurekas@goodfellowinc.com

Goodfellow was established in 1898 and is the largest producer of hardwood lumber in Canada, having 6 million BF of kiln capacity at four locations within 90 minutes of main facility in Delson, Quebec, along with custom kilns in the Appalachian region of the United States. Goodfellow stocks most North American Hardwood species from 4/4 through 12/4, with some species in 16/4, and is the largest importer of Tropical Hardwoods and Ipe Decking in Canada. All these products are under one roof along with Eastern White Pine, Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar. Count On Us as your mixed truck specialist and “One Stop Shop of Hardwoods and Softwoods.”

HARDWOOD MARKET REPORT

BOOTH 216

780 Ridge Lake Blvd. Ste. 102 Memphis, TN 38120 901-767-9126 www.hmr.com

Contact: David Caldwell at david@hmr.com or Brian Cruzen at brian@hmr.com

HMR, now a part of Fastmarkets, is an information company focused exclusively on the hardwood products industry. The company and its flagship publication, Hardwood Market Report® were established in 1922 and have been providing continuous, uninterrupted service to the industry since then. HMR also produces two monthly publications, HMR Executive® and HMR Import NewsletterTM, that inform readers of issues that can influence supply, demand, and price movement for domestic and foreign produced hardwood lumber. HMR Advertising Services is another resource of HMR that builds brand value for hardwood companies throughout the global marketplace.

HASKO INDUSTRIES

BOOTH 208

114 Industrial Park Drive Soddy Daisy, TN 37379 423-648-5200 (117) www.haskomachines.com

Contact: Stephen Pugh at spugh@haskomachines.com

HASKO is a world-class manufacturer, delivering Heavy-Built performance and innovative solutions.

HEARTWOOD BRANDS

BOOTH 306

249 Central Park Ave. Suite #300-115 Virginia Beach, VA 23462

757-239-5556

www.heartwoodbrands.com

Contact: Ben Peach at ben@heartwoodbrands.com

Heartwood Brands is a creative agency that crafts unique brand identity and digital marketing solutions for the hardwood industry and those who serve it. Founded by a veteran of the hardwood industry, we understand the unique challenges that face our clients, and we are committed to helping them stand out from the competition by providing effective brand identity design, website design and development, and video production services.

THE HORTON GROUP BOOTH 416

100 E Wayne Street South Bend, IN 46601

724-699-4550

www.thehortongroup.com

Contact: Kevin Mershimer at Kevin.mershimer@thehortongroup.com

The Horton Group is a commercial insurance agency offering property/ casualty (including workers compensation) insurance with multiple offices throughout the US with a focus in the wood products industry. We insure over 130 wood-based operations from sawmills to kiln drying operations. With over 25 years of experience insuring this Industry, we have developed solid relationships with the carriers that know and write this niche. With the property market in turmoil, it's important to have an expert in your corner who knows who to place you with and can be creative with how to write your coverages to help maximize your premium dollars. Stop by our booth and see how we are helping our clients not only prepare for their next renewal but plan for the future.

HUB INTERNATIONAL FORESTRY & WOOD PRODUCTS INSURANCE

BOOTH 509

560 Country Club Parkway

Eugene, OR 97401

816-506-6004

www.hubinternational.com

Contact: Edward Fitzgerl at edward.fitzgerl@hubinternational.com

From the forest to manufacturing to distribution, we’ve got you covered. What we offer:

HUB can deliver forestry insurance coverages throughout North America that address all the risks in your business:

Property & Casualty • Workers' Compensation

Employee Benefits

• Executive Risk Coverage

• Surety Bonds

• Cyber Liability

HUB’s industry knowledge also allows us to help with specialized services:

Risk Management • Loss Control • Captive Alternatives

Exclusive Timber Bond Program

HURST BOILER & WELDING CO., INC.

BOOTH 830

100 Boilermaker Lane Coolidge, GA 31738

229-346-3545

www.hurstboiler.com

Contact: Cliff Hurst at churst@hurstboiler.com

Hurst Boiler & Welding Company, Inc. has been manufacturing, designing, engineering, and servicing gas, oil, biomass, and hybrid firetube and watertube steam and hot water boilers since 1967, for thousands of satisfied customers. In addition to a complete line of steam and hot water boilers, Hurst Boiler & Welding Company also manufactures a complete line of boiler parts and boiler room peripherals and provides unparalleled turnkey energy solutions.

INDUSTRIAL CARBIDE SAW & TOOL CORP.

BOOTH 406 4812 Pinewood Rd. Louisville, KY 40218

800-866-7297

www.icstc.com

Contact: Chuck Crush at ccrush@icstc.com

Industrial Carbide Saw and Tool is a 54 year old family business that began as a manufacturer and repair facility for custom made cutting tools. We built our reputation on expertise and dependable service and customer relationships. Our product lines have spread to us becoming the region's largest supplier of steel and plastic strapping and related tools and other packaging supplies. Our service and prices can't be beat. Give ICST and shot. You will be glad you did!

INTERGLOBO NORTH AMERICA

BOOTH 411 2 Colony Road Jersey City, NJ 07305

201-526-6400

www.interglobo.com

Contact: Nicolo Zerbone at nzerbone@interglobo.com

Interglobo is an established Italian, family-owned, international freight and logistics company. The company has developed a global network of offices that operate on five continents. It serves a variety of Focus Markets and has grown with its customers, developing expertise in highly tailored services offerings.

Interglobo can nowadays count on a vast network of owned and operated offices in: Italy, United States, Hong Kong, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Mexico, Canada, and Spain. It has also established a worldwide network of professional partners and exclusive agents in all other major countries.

ISK BIOCIDES, INC.

BOOTH 820

416 E. Brooks Rd. Memphis, TN 38109

434-989-2627

www.iskbiocides.com

Contact: Lance Johnson at johnsonl@iskbiocides.com

ISK Biocides Inc. is the leading supplier of anti-sap-stain chemicals, moldicides, insecticides and end-coatings to the hardwood lumber and pallet industries. Superior products are backed up by unbeatable service with their vast experience in the industry. For over 80 years, ISK Biocides Inc. and its affiliates have developed and formulated innovative wood protection products for industrial, commercial and residential applications.

KING CITY/NORTHWAY FORWARDING LTD.

BOOTH 822

708 Battlefield Blvd S. #201 Chesapeake, VA 23322

855-682-1637

www.kingcitynorthamerica.com

Contact: Lloyd Lovett at llovett@kingcityusa.com

3800 Saint-Patrick, Suite 304 Montréal, QC H4E 1A4 514-935-5394 ext. 325 www.kingcitynorthamerica.com

Contact: Peter Lovett at plovett@kingcitynorthway.com

King City Northway and King City USA are International Freight Forwarders which specialize in the transportation of Forestry Products (Lumber/ Logs/Veneer/etc.) from Canada and the United States to any location worldwide. They also handle all documentation related to exports. Their motto says it all: "You Saw It, We Ship It."

KOP-COAT WOOD PROTECTION

BOOTH 417

3040 William Pitt Way Pittsburgh, PA 15238

412-227-2426

ippd@kop-coat.com

Contact: Bo Hammond at bhammond@kop-coat.com

KOPPERS INC.

BOOTH 605

436 Seventh Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219

740-624-7509

www.koppers.com

Contact: Tony Machamer at machamertl@koppers.com

Koppers is a vertically integrated global manufacturer of wood preserving technologies serving critical infrastructure including the railroad and utility industries. With eight crosstie treating facilities across North America, we purchase hardwood crossties in most areas of the Eastern United States.

Kop-Coat is a provider of treatment solutions for wood and wood products. Through the combination of chemical technology and outstanding customer service, Kop-Coat brings solutions to lumber mills, millwork producers, engineered wood manufacturers and the window and door industry that extend the life of wood and wooden components. Kop-Coat offers equipment and chemicals for dip tank treatment systems, spray boxes, pressure vacuum cylinders and integrated glue line applications. It is our goal to help the forest products industry build the world on durable wood.

LICO MACHINERY, INC.

BOOTHS 508

9550 10th, Avenue

Saint-Georges, QC, G5Y8J8

418-228-3882

www.licoinc.net

Contact: Vincent Grondin at vincentg@licoinc.net

Lico Machinery Inc. specializes in the conception and fabrication of equipment adapted for sawmills, flooring plants and other transformation applications. Lico is known for its innovative solutions adapted to meet the client’s needs.

LOGS 2 LUMBER

BOOTH 704

P.O. Box 210246

Nashville, TN 37221-0246

502-413-1010

www.l2l2u.net

Contact: Tim Girardi at Tg.l2l2u@outlook.com

Log 2 lumber is a hardwood company that provides quality and service on a consistent basis. We specialize in oak rules walnut and wide plank cut to size walnut and white oak. Please stop by the booth to see how we can help each other.

LUMBER MARKETPLACE

BOOTH 305 & 404

417 W. 7th Street #877 Columbia, TN 38402

931-201-9838

www.lumbermarketplace.com

Contact: Anthony Gallegos at anthony.g@lumbermarketplace.com

Lumber Marketplace was founded in 2020 with a simple idea: to create an online marketplace tailored to hardwood lumber professionals. With a commitment to tradition and a vision for the future, we strive to be the trusted bridge that connects lumber sellers and buyers, enhancing their capacity to be profitable for generations to come.

MAX BOARD FEET

BOOTH 516

1067 Winewood Rd. Forest, VA 24551

434-525-2292

Contact: sales@maxboardfeet.com

Max Board Feet, an Automated Industrial Technologies Company, has been producing legendary high-performance wood handling and processing equipment for over 30 years. Our team began designing and manufacturing automation machinery for the wood pallet industry in 1999 with the introduction of our M2L Stacker and Unscrambler. Our stackers have reduced labor costs and increased productivity for hundreds of lumber processing mills. Additional specialized machinery include our high-speed saws, notcher, chamfer, ABSAMS (singulation metering system), and the TS300.

THE MAZELON CHAMBERS NEFF GROUP

BAIRD PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

BOOTH 608

200 Association Drive, Suite 100 Charleston, WV 25311

304-340-3767

MazelonChambersNeffGroup.BairdWealth.com

Contact: Sarah Nef at sneff@rwbaird.com

We are a West Virginia-based wealth management practice with over 45 years of combined industry experience. We specialize in addressing the complex financial needs of individuals & families, as well as business owners and their succession plans. Our goal is to align clients’ wealth with their values, as their financial partner in the short-term and for years to come. Our team has personnel in Charleston, Huntington, and Summersville/Lewisburg regions of West Virginia, but span our services across the nation.

MCDONOUGH MANUFACTURING CO.

BOOTH 408 PO BOX 510 2320 Melby Street Eau Claire, WI 54702 715-834-7755

www.mcdonoughmfg.com

Contact: Matt Tietz at mcdonough@mcdonoughmfg.com

Since 1888 McDonough has focused on providing durable sawmill machinery while maintaining the efficiency and speed required by the modern sawmill. With a focus on band mills, carriages, resaws and edgers, McDonough is the choice for the best. Let them show you how over 135 years of experience can improve YOUR sawmill.

MELLOTT MFG. CO., INC.

BOOTH 617

13156 Long Lane Mercersburg, PA 17236 717-369-3125

www.mellottmfg.com

Contact: Stacy Mellott at stacy@mellottmfg.com

Since 1965, Mellott Manufacturing has been designing and manufacturing quality log and lumber handling equipment. We have onsite engineering and design team available to provide solutions for your next project. We will consult and work with you to supply the best options for your application. We offer material handling integration with new and existing systems. Mellott is now also manufacturing bandsaws, linebars, drop saw trimmers, crane mat drilling and a full line of tie handling equipment (sorting, stacking, dapping, end plating).

MESSERSMITH WOOD BOILERS

BOOTH 614

2612 F. Road

Bark River, MI 49807

906-466-9010

www.burnchips.com

Contact: sales@burnchips.com

Creating steam or hot water with wood-fired boiler systems has been the focus of Messersmith Manufacturing for over 40 years. They design, fabricate and install wood-fired boilers that are robust systems, troublefree to operate and easy to maintain. Their system allows you to observe boiler operations on your smartphone or computer, and their technicians can remotely monitor your boiler while advising you on how to maximize the efficiency of your system.

MiCROTEC

BOOTH 407

155 SW Madison Avenue

Corvallis, OR 97333

541-753-5111

microtec.us

Contact: Amy Coyner at amy.coyner@microtec.us

MiCROTEC is the only company offering scanning & optimization solutions for the complete wood processing industry - always committed to providing our customers with the most economical & sustainable wood utilization.

MISSOURI WALNUT, LLC

BOOTH 111 11417 Oak Road

Neosho, MO 64850

417-455-0972

www.mo-walnut.com

Contact: Steve Arnold at sarnold@missouriwalnutgroup.com

NATIONAL HARDWOOD MAGAZINE, INC.

BOOTH 710 PO Box 34908 Memphis, TN 38184-0908

901-372-8280

www.millerwoodtradepub.com

Contact: Terry Miller at terry@millerwoodtradepub.com

Since 1927, National Hardwood Magazine has been the leading trade publication helping suppliers (saw mills, concentration/distribution yards and wholesalers) target appearance-grade buyers (furniture, flooring, cabinet manufacturers, millwork and moulding plants) who are purchasing truckloads of hardwood lumber throughout North America.

The magazine also goes to North American exporters who market high-grade lumber around the Globe (5,000 distribution and digital). National Hardwood Magazine also publishes the Import/Export Wood Purchasing News, targeting buyers across the Globe. This paper is designed to help North American exporters and importers target volume buyers of Hardwood lumber (12,000 distribution & digital).

NYLE DRY KILNS BOOTHS 832

12 Stevens Rd. Brewer, ME 04412

800-777-6953

www.nyle.com

Contact: Jeremy Howard at jhoward@nyle.com

Nyle Dry Kilns, a US-based manufacturer with over 45 years of expertise in the lumber industry, is renowned for its commitment to efficiency. Specializing in dehumidification, indirect-fired gas, and steam kilns, Nyle sets the benchmark for optimal performance. They also offer heattreating kilns and industry-leading dry kiln controls.

At Nyle, energy efficiency is a top priority. Every product they build is designed to deliver exceptional energy savings while maintaining superior quality. By prioritizing efficiency, Nyle ensures a long-life cycle for their equipment, maximizing its value and minimizing environmental impact.

In addition to their cutting-edge technology, Nyle establishes longterm relationships with customers through their unwavering focus on efficiency. Their team provides legendary customer service, guiding clients on how to leverage the equipment to streamline their processes and maximize profitability. Nyle's strong values drive their dedication to helping customers achieve higher efficiency levels, ultimately leading to increased productivity and success.

Consistency.

ORT FLOORING & LUMBER COMPANY

BOOTH 817

N2885 City Rd F Montello, WI, 53949

920-427-4988

www.ortfloors.com

Contact: Gary Ort at gary@ortflooring.com

Ort Flooring & Lumber is a well-established wood products manufacturer. Proudly headquartered in Montello, Wisconsin - the midwestern U.S. state - the company offers quality wood products to the North American lumber market & global timber and wood products market. Some wood products include Block board (plywood alternative), MFMA Hard Maple Sports Flooring, and Solid Hardwood Flooring. We’re professional wood products and lumber experts, which validates the competence of our experts to identify challenges and develop appropriate solutions. Our wood products are produced with 100% content of lumber from the U.S. Forest and available in a variety of thicknesses, sizes, and grades.

PAKIRA, INC.

BOOTH 716

617-460-2028

www.pakira.com

Contact: Nadia Shalaby at nadia@pakira.com

Pakira, Inc. gives you superpowers in closing the best deals with your customers & vendors in the wood and building materials industry! Join pakira.com for free today, and discover 150,000 companies, 200,000 locations, and 100,000 products. This enables you to search, make prospect lists, send offers/requests and trade, track orders, and boost your profile with product details and photos! All this with realtime news and market prices for all segments of the wood industry: from forest landowners and mills to manufacturers, distributors, traders, brokers, lumberyard/dealers, retail, and builders. Pakira delivers community, trust, privacy, and enhances your relationships. We welcome your feedback and strive to deliver a 10X profitability boost for your business! Connect via contact@pakira.com.

PENN-SYLVAN INTERNATIONAL, INC.

BOOTH 108

43647 Fairview Road

Spartansburg, PA 16434

814-654-7111

www.penn-sylvan.com

Contact: pennsylvan@gmail.com

Penn-Sylvan International’s key to success is the long-term, hands-on experience of company personnel in both export marketing and the domestic hardwood industry. The corporation is headquartered in northwest Pennsylvania near the Allegheny National Forest. Three locations make up the Penn-Sylvan complex where we employ sawmills, grading stations, dry kilns, kiln dried storage, veneer yard, and pallet stock producing re-saws. The hardwood timber growing in this area of Pennsylvania is known for its consistent color, tight growth rings and excellent wood-working properties. The region offers the largest combination stock of Black Cherry, Soft and Hard Maple, Red and White Oak, Poplar, Ash and Walnut in North America. Known as the leading manufacturer of 3/4 inch lumber, Penn-Sylvan

has exported all thicknesses of hardwood lumber and logs for the past 25 years. Previous experience in the export market, familiarity with the area’s natural resources and the company’s ideal forestry location give Penn-Sylvan International advantage and opportunity to serve customers in the hardwood industry.

PENNSYLVANIA LUMBERMENS MUTUAL

INSURANCE COMPANY

BOOTH 615

One Commerce Square - 2005 Market St, Ste 1200

Philadelphia, PA 19103

800-752-1895

www.plmins.com

Contact: Sean Briscoe at sbriscoe@plmins.com

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM) is a nationally recognized property and casualty insurance carrier serving the lumber, woodworking, and building materials industries. PLM protects over 5,000 businesses nationwide with property, general liability, inland marine, business automobile, commercial excess liability, equipment breakdown, cyber liability, and employment practices liability coverages. We are also able to place workers’ comp through Green Tree Risk Partners, our wholesale brokerage. With enhanced insurance products and specialized loss control resources, we provide industry-specific solutions to serve the unique needs of the lumber and wood industries. For more information, contact us at 1-800-752-1895 or at www.plmins.com.

PICHÉ

BOOTH 105

414 Rue Industrielle Daveluyville, QC G0Z 1C0

704-794-3528

www.picheinc.com

Contact: Sebastien Couture at coutures@picheinc.com

Founded in 1983, Piché designs and manufactures wood handling and processing equipment.

The company is managed by a young and dynamic team counting several years of experience. This team is backed by qualified professionals working in various departments such as engineering, estimating, accounting, administration, project management, manufacturing and installation.

Our manufacturing facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technology and our qualified employees enable us to design a wide variety of higher-quality industrial equipment at lesser cost. In addition, our machining department has the machine tools required to produce precision parts as well as larger-size parts.

POINT GLOBAL LOGISTICS

BOOTH 610

One Town Square Blvd, Suite 242 Asheville, NC 28803

1-844-POINTGL

www.pointgl.com

Contact: Michael D’Angelo at michaeld@pointgl.com & Michael Hilburn at mhilburn@pointgl.com

Point Global Logistics aims to provide their clients with a superior service experience. We listen to our clients’ needs in order to deliver the best logistics solutions from booking to final delivery. POINT is responsive, accurate and focused on the details. Point Global Logistics makes international exporting easy, worry-free and "Straight to the Point."

REDWOOD PLASTICS AND RUBBER

BOOTH 317

19695 92A Avenue Langley, BC, V1M 3B3

604-607-6000

www.redwoodplastics.com

Contact: Edrick Dudang at edudang@redwoodplastics.com

Redwood Plastics and Rubber manufactures and distributes many grades of industrial plastic and rubber in-stock for quick delivery. We also have in-house engineering and fabrication to produce custom components that often replace steel, aluminum, and wood for longer wear life, decreased downtime, increased production, lighter weight, cost effectiveness and increased safety.

We supply plastic sheet, rod and tube as well as rubber sheet, rubber profiles, rubber rollers and molded rubber in an assortment of standard and specialty grades to solve a variety of problems including: shock, abrasion, noise, weight, mold & mildew, wear, and friction.

Redwood Plastics and Rubber has the manufacturing capabilities to mold, machine, and fabricate, a wide range of high-quality parts in prototype and production volumes.

SII DRY KILNS

BOOTHS 505 & 604

207 Cedar Lane Drive Lexington, NC 27292

336-357-7146

www.siidrykilns.com

Contact: Brian Turlington at kilninfo@siidrykilns.com

SII Dry Kilns is a family owned and operated manufacturing business that has spanned over three generations catering to the lumber, pallet and biomass industries. Their goal as a company has always been to provide the best designed and manufactured products for a fair price and back those products with the best service available anywhere. When customers call their offices, they will be greeted with a real person who understands that you have needs and SII Dry Kilns is here to help.

SPRINGER USA, INC.

BOOTHS 207

550 Brookshire Road, Suite A Greer, SC 29651

864-908-3822

www.springer-usa.com

Contact: Lisa-Maria Kogler at Lisa-Maria.Kogler@springer.eu

SPRINGER provides great innovative solutions for the US/ Canadian wood processing industry.

For over 70 years, this family-owned business has been realizing projects in sawmills as well as veneer and OSB mills. The product range includes log merchandisers, lumber sorters, planing mills and state of the art packaging solutions. The brand new warehouse and service hub is based in Greer, SC. Our dedicated US and Canadian SPRINGER team is committed to excellent customer service. We stand for superior quality and innovative, customized solutions for transporting, sorting, grading, and packaging.

TAYLOR MACHINE WORKS, INC.

BOOTH 606

3690 N. Church Ave. Louisville, MS 39339

662-773-3421

www.taylorbigred.com

Contact: contact_sales@taylorbigred.com

Taylor Machine Works, Inc. is an U.S. manufacturer of heavy industrial forklifts. Lift capacities from 4,000 to 125,000 lbs. Our purposebuilt equipment for the hardwood industry is designed for quality performance, easy serviceability, and operational efficiency.

THERMA WOOD TECHNOLOGIES

BOOTH 412 56120 US Hwy 93 Polson, MT 59860 847-594-2318

www.thermawoodtech.com

Contact: John Ricci at johnr@thermawoodtech.com

Established in 2018, TWT is the industry leader in thermally modifying wood for customers across the United States. Situated on a 5-acre site in Polson, MT, TWT processes over 14 million board feet of lumber each year, working with species such as Pine, Oak, Ash, Hemlock, and Poplar, among many others. Our advanced technology, including three autoclaves and a robotic stacker, ensures exceptionally fast lead times and unparalleled quality, making TWT a standout in the industry.

TMX SHIPPING CO., INC.

BOOTH 831 & 833

727 Arendell Street

Morehead City, NC 28557 252-726-1111

www.tmxship.com

Contact: Curtis Struyk at info@tmxship.com

TMX Shipping Co. is an International Freight Forwarder specializing in the export of wood products. They provide ocean freight, trucking, rail, USDA inspection and fumigation services. They also file AES and prepare all required export documents. Their services are customized based on any company’s needs. Headquartered in Morehead City, NC, TMX Shipping has been a leader in the freight forwarding industry for 35 years and prides themselves on strong customer service, attention to detail and competitive pricing.

TS MANUFACTURING CO.

BOOTHS 205 & 304

2 Fleetwood Road Lindsay, ON, K9V 6H4 705-324-3762

www.tsman.com

Contact: sales@tsman.com

TS Manufacturing is a leading provider of high-quality machinery, controls, and software designed specifically for the hardwood industry. With 50 years of experience, TS Manufacturing has become a sought-after supplier known for its innovative trimming, sorting, stacking, and automatic stick placing systems. They specialize in designing, building, and optimizing edger, gang, headrig and resaw systems while also offering a wide range of log and lumber handling equipment for seamless integration with their machine centers.

TS Manufacturing has recently partnered with Kuka Robotics Corp. to introduce a cutting-edge robotic lumber sorting system to their equipment line.

For more information, please contact us at sales@tsman.com or call 705-324-3762.

TUFF-STIK – ALUMINUM DRY KILN STICKS

BOOTHS 823

106 Falls Point Dr, Suite 5A Lake Ozark, MO 65049 844-TUFFSTIK (884-883-3784)

www.tuff-stik.com

Contact: Steve Templeman at steve@tuff-stik.com

About Us

Tuff-Stik™ is the premier manufacturer of aluminum alloy dry kiln sticks, featuring a multi-patented product line, now available through our Direct Sales Channel to sawmills globally.

We have partnered with six major world-class aluminum extrusion partners, with over 25 extrusion mills across North America. This extensive network allows us to produce over 25 semi-truckloads or 1,000,000 lbs. of aluminum sticks every week. Our production capacity is ready to scale up rapidly to meet increasing demand.

Our Products

Our targeted line of lumber mill dry kiln products is designed to meet

the specific needs of our customers, ensuring superior performance, reliability, and maximum cost-efficiency in their operations.

Priority One™ Blue Ribbon Customer Support

We take great pride in our Priority One™ Blue Ribbon Customer Support. Our commitment to customer satisfaction means responding to mills' needs with a focused emphasis on ensuring that our customers continue to be our best sales referrals.

U-C

COATINGS, LLC

BOOTH 806 2250 Fillmore Ave. Buffalo, NY 14214 716-833-9366

www.uccoatings.com

Contact: Chris Funk at cfunk@uccoatings.com

U-C Coatings is a Buffalo-based manufacturer of premium wood protection products including Anchorseal, Britewood-XL, Sol-Brite E, Gempaint, and Bates Glue Releases. Their best-in-class products are used in logging and lumber production, wood products manufacturing, woodworking, and wood decking markets. U-C Coatings goal is to help their customers increase yields with less waste and provide the highest level of protection for their products.

USNR

BOOTH 204

PO Box 310 Woodland, WA 98674

360-225-8267

www.usnr.com

Contact: Chad Smith at chad.smith@usnr.com

USNR is a clear leader for optimized hardwood applications. Now with Deep Learning artificial intelligence, mills can take automated grading to the highest level on the market today, benefiting from more accurate grade solutions and faster start-ups. Our scanning and optimization systems increase recovery and yield, capturing the most value from every piece. Software tools enhance your profitability with sophisticated production control. USNR’s long 100-year history has resulted in an extensive range of products including state-of-the-art machinery, controls, and automation systems for sawmills, planer mills, and lumber drying. Contact USNR for a solution to your processing challenges.

VISIONTALLY – INDUSTRIAL VISION SYSTEMS, INC.

BOOTH 616 8 Union Hill Road Suite 200 West Conshohocken, PA 19428

215-393-5300

www. VisionTally.com

Contact: Paul Bennett at Sales@VisionTally.com

VisionTally set a new standard for end-tally accuracy, automatically scanning and measuring bundles from both ends at once with unmatched laser accuracy. Scan under 1 minute with VisionTallyHD!

WAGNER METERS

BOOTH 217

326 Pine Grove Road

Rogue River, Oregon 97537

877-925-3574

www.wagnermeters.com

Contact: Jason Spangler at jspangler@wagnermeters.com

Wagner Meters is the respected world leader in moisture measurement solutions. For over 50 years, Wagner’s field proven moisture measurement technology has helped thousands of valued customers improve profits and eliminate wood moisture-related problems. Headquartered in Rogue River, Oregon, with a strong international presence, their mission is to empower industries with precise moisture measurement, ensuring quality and efficiency in every job. Wagner’s handheld moisture meters are known for accurate, consistent measurements, and their in-line systems are utilized by major sawmills and wood products manufacturers, throughout the world.

WEST VIRGINIA HARDWOOD ALLIANCE ZONE

BOOTH 708

10 Eleventh Street

Elkins, WV 26241

304-636-9542

www.westvirginiahaz.com

Contact: Roberta Baylor at info@westvirginiahaz.com

The West Virginia Hardwood Alliance Zone consists of twelve counties in the heart of West Virginia's hardwoods. We are a regional economic development organization focused on increasing hardwood manufacturing investment in West Virginia through our competitive advantage to the industry. The WVHAZ region has abundant natural resources located near major transportation networks, a highly skilled workforce available at competitive wages, and an outstanding quality of life. We assist hardwood lumber companies with relocation, expansion and new development. WVHAZ is able to generate custom-tailored incentive packages that meet the needs of prospective companies and allow for a successful location in one of the largest hardwood lumber producing states.

WILLIAMS AND WHITE EQUIPMENT

BOOTH 310 6307 Laurel St Burnaby, BC V5B 3B3, Canada

888-293-2268

Williams and White USA LLC

5565 Glenridge Connector NE STE 850 Atlanta, GA 30342, USA

778-873-1942

www.williamsandwhite.com

Contact: Riley Kufta at rk@williamsandwhite.com

Williams & White is a third-generation family business, specializing in a wide range of machinery for lumber producers world-wide. Their products range from sharpening and repair equipment for saws and knives, to full production machines, including debarkers, horizontal band saws, log carriages, edgers and more. With offices in Vancouver, Montreal, Atlanta and Detroit, Williams & White brings world-class products, expertise, and support to your front door.

WOOD-MIZER, LLC

BOOTH 316

8180 West 10th Street Indianapolis, IN 46214

800-553-0182

www.woodmizer.com

Contact: Cody Buchanan at cbuchanan@woodmizer.com

Since 1982, Wood-Mizer has earned the reputation of a world-leading wood processing equipment manufacturer with a strong legacy from its innovative sawmilling products. From forest to final form, WoodMizer offers an extensive line of equipment including narrowband portable and industrial sawmills, wideband sawmilling equipment, band resaws, board edgers, wood kilns, planer/moulders, firewood processing equipment, pallet recycling equipment, material handling equipment, bandsaw blades and blade maintenance equipment for woodworking/ forestry hobbyists and professionals all over the world. Their specialists are experienced and dedicated to assisting all members of the industry with industrial wood processing, pallet manufacturing and pallet recycling.

YODER SAWS, INC.

BOOTH 308

23422 East Main Street Kahoka MO 63445 660-727-1464 www. yodersaws.com

Contact: Levi Yoder President/Sales at 660-956-2064 or Zach Anderson Sales at 660-270-5170 | yodersaws@yahoo.com

Yoder Saws was started over 15 years ago by Levi Yoder, President. Levi has over 25 years of experience with wide band saw blade maintenance and repair, carbide circle saw maintenance, repair and hammering. Levi grew up in the sawmill industry and has extensive knowledge of many different types of mills and helps our customers to be sure they are getting all they can from their equipment and that their saws are performing at maximum capacity. We have trained crew members that specialize in cleaning, benching, swage, shape and sharpening, including repairing teeth, cracks and butt welds and offering Stellite tipping and repair. In 2019 expanded their services to offer a full circle saw shop, continuing their known quality service on complete repair and service of carbide tipped and inserted tooth circular saws.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

JULY

July 23-25

Intro to Hardwood Lumber Grading

Intro class to gain a basic understanding of the NHLA hardwood lumber grading rules and how the rules affect the value of lumber.

Host: Ron Jones Hardwood Sales

Venue: Franklin Industrial Commercial Development Authority - Emerging Technology Center Location: Franklin, PA

Instructor: Tom Byers, National Inspector

AUG

August 6-8

3-Day Walnut Lumber Grading

A 3-day course focused on Walnut, a high value species with several Grading Rules exceptions. Attend and learn how to get the most value out of your walnut production.

The course is designed for experienced Hardwood Lumber Inspectors who need to have a more in-depth knowledge of Walnut lumber grading.

Venue: NHLA Headquarters Location: Memphis, TN

Instructor: Benji Richards, NHLA Industry Services Sales Manager

AUG

August 12-23

Inspector Training School

Online Training Program MODULE 1

Two weeks of hands-on training.

Venue: NHLA Headquarters Location: Memphis, TN

Module 2: Online study

Module 3: Three weeks hands-on training and final testing at NHLA headquarters.

Instructor:

Roman Matyushchenko, NHLA ITS Instructor

August 27-29

Intro to Hardwood Lumber Grading Intro class to gain a basic understanding of the NHLA hardwood lumber grading rules and how the rules affect the value of lumber.

Host: Forcey Lumber & Veneer

Venue: YMCA Bigler Location: Bigler, PA

Instructor: Tom Byers, National Inspector

AUG

August 28-30

Intro to Hardwood

Lumber Grading

Intro class to gain a basic understanding of the NHLA hardwood lumber grading rules and how the rules affect the value of lumber.

Venue: NHLA Headquarters Location: Memphis, TN

Instructor:

Roman Matyushchenko, NHLA ITS Instructor

SEPT

September 9-13

Intro to Hardwood

Lumber Grading

Intro class to gain a basic understanding of the NHLA hardwood lumber grading rules and how the rules affect the value of lumber.

Host: Indiana Hardwood Lumbermen's Association

Venue: Wood-Mizer, LLC

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Instructor: Kevin Evilsizer, National Inspector

SEPT

Sept 9-Nov 1

Inspector Training School 207th Class

Traditional 8-week hands-on training to achieve a certificate of completion in Hardwood Lumber Inspection.

Venue: NHLA Headquarters Location: Memphis, TN

Instructor: Roman Matyushchenko, NHLA ITS Instructor

OCT

October 15-17

Intro to Hardwood Lumber Grading

Intro class to gain a basic understanding of the NHLA hardwood lumber grading rules and how the rules affect the value of lumber.

Host: New Hampshire

Timberland Owners Association

Venue: UNH Sawmill

Location: Durham, NH

Instructor: Tom Byers, National Inspector

NHLA JOB BOARD

Here you will find our current job listings.

To see more details of the job or to post a job, visit www.nhla.com/industry-services/job-board.

YARD MANAGER

MATSON LUMBER COMPANY

Matson Lumber Company, a family-owned and operated business dedicated to excellence in the hardwood lumber industry, is seeking a proactive and experienced Yard Manager to oversee our yard operations to include goal setting, overall profitability and operational costs, promoting safety, quality, productivity, scheduling, employee staffing, training and discipline, supervision, facility appearance, inventory and maintenance.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resumes to Jen Sorek at info@matsonlumber.com.

Matson Lumber Company

345 Main Street | Brookville, PA, 15825 814-849-5334

LUMBER GRADER

J. GIBSON MCILVAIN

Job Responsibilities include:

• Consistent and accurate grading of kiln dried hardwood lumber to meet NHLA rules and regulations.

• Grade at production speed, while maintaining grading accuracy.

• Work safely and help maintain a safe work environment.

• Read and understand production schedules.

• Work closely with operations to maintain lumber quality.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resumes to Bryony SySantos at bsysantos@mcilvain.com.

J. Gibson McIlvain Company 10701 Philadelphia Rd. | White Marsh, MD 21162 410-335-9600

LUMBER GRADER KENDRICK FOREST PRODUCTS

The Lumber Grader will inspect and grade milled, rough sawed, or dimensional stock lumber in a safe and productive manner.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resumes to Kay Kluesner at kay@kendrickinc.com.

Kendrick Forest Products 5837 29th Ave. Dr. | Vinton, IA 52349 319-472-5213

FIELD BUYER KOPPERS INC.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Represent Koppers to sawmill owners and managers as the crosstie field and yard buyer

• Build strong relationships with area vendors to ensure a continuous supply and fair pricing for crossties.

• Yard management of a Koppers railyard located in the area.

• This will require purchasing and grading crossties, inventory control, car loading, unloading trucks, minor maintenance of yard equipment.

• Heavy equipment operation:

• Boom Truck

• Wheel Loader

• Could require travel to and from sawmills to purchase raw materials. Travel at times will require overnight stays.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resumes to Geoff Burke at burkegr@koppers.com.

Koppers Inc. Mt. Vernon, IL

HEAD SAWYER/SAWMILL FOREMAN

BERDOLL SAWMILL

Specialty sawmill in central Texas looking for an experienced head sawyer/sawmill foreman to manage day to day operations.

This position includes managing sawmill operations with a team of 2-5 people to saw logs on multiple horizontal bandsaw sawmills. This role requires someone that is good at math and can evaluate logs to optimize yield and value.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resumes to to Karyn Cummer at Admin@BerdollSawmill.com or by calling 512-629-3625.

Berdoll Sawmill

4754 FM535 | Cedar Creek, TX 78612 512-629-3625

LUMBER GRADER

ALTENBURG HARDWOOD LUMBER COMPANY

Altenburg Hardwood Lumber Company is looknig for a Lumber Grader who can grade green and kiln dried lumber. Must be a NHLA graduate.

HOW TO APPLY

For all questions and applications, contact James Schlimpert by phone at (573)-450-6573 or via email at jamesschlimpert@att.net

Altenburg Hardwood Lumber Company 10220 Main St. | Altenburg, MO 63732 573-824-5265

LUMBER GRADER

HARTZELL HARDWOODS

Basic Function: Inspects incoming and outgoing lumber according to NHLA rules at the assigned grading deck. The grading deck sits on the Lumber Handling Machine.

HOW TO APPLY

Send resumes to Brian Wombold at bwombold@hartzell.com

Hartzell Hardwoods Kirkville, Missouri

MILL YARD MANAGER

AHC

Essential Functions:

• Properly maintain and inspect machinery prior to use, in accordance with safety regulations and company procedures

• Properly pull and stack material

• Maintain proper rotation of lumber inventory

• Maintain a working knowledge of what is inventoried in the yard(s)

• Understand and be able to train others on how to tally hardwood lumber

• Use proper material handling techniques to minimize damage to goods

• Provide selection assistance to employees and customers in the yard and lumber warehouses

• Report any defective, damaged and/or missing material to your supervisor immediately

• Properly load company trucks for delivery

• Operate the forklift, to load vehicles, in a safe and sensible manner

• Drive forklift, as duties require, and in accordance with safety regulations and company procedures

• Maintain clean orderly work environment

• CAD Programming backup

• Responsible for Yard Crew Time & Attendance Management, scheduling, and personnel matters (timesheets/PTO requests/ coaching & counseling, etc.)

• Continuously improve, ensure standardization of yard layouts & conditions including yard maintenance plans

• Manage and develop good working relationships

• Support and cooperate with other Company Team members

• Maintain clean orderly work environment

• And any other duties and/or assignments as may be required or assigned

HOW TO APPLY

Send resumes to Larry Bennett at Larry@impact-tqr.com.

310 Dover Rd. | Clarksville, TN 37042 931- 802-2534

AHC

TO OUR 2024 CONVENTION SPONSORS

*as of June 21, 2024

PINNACLE LEVEL

TMX Shipping Co., Inc.

ALDER LEVEL

Cascade Hardwood, LLC

WALNUT LEVEL

Baillie Group

UCS Forest Group of Companies

CHERRY LEVEL

BID Group Technologies LTD

Cole Hardwood, Inc.

Continental Underwriters, Inc.

PREMIER SPONSOR

DMSi Software

Hermitage Hardwood Lumber Sales, Inc.

MO PAC Lumber, Co.

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance, Co.

SII Dry Kilns

USNR

MAPLE LEVEL

The AGL Group

Breeze Dried, Inc.

Granite Valley Forest NWH

RED OAK LEVEL

A. W. Stiles Contractors, Inc.

Alan McIlvain

Frank Miller Lumber

Kuehne + Nagel

Matson Lumber, Co.

U-C Coatings

Yoder Lumber Co., Inc.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A SPONSORSHIP PLEASE CONTACT

John Hester at 901-399-7558 or j.hester@nhla.com.

FORM

To register to attend the 2024 NHLA Annual Convention & Exhibit Showcase send this completed form to the address listed below, email registration@nhla.com or fax to 901-399-7592.

Anyone NOT paying full convention registration may attend the Welcome Reception and the Thursday Night OktoberFest! at a cost of $50 each US per person, and the Friday Night Gala at a cost of $170 US per person.

(June 15–Sept. 6) (Sept. 7–Sept. 27) (Oct.-1-Oct.3)

Are you an exhibitor? Yes No Sponsor? Yes No Complimentary registration does not include the Grand Finale. You must purchase tickets. Questions regarding registration should be directed to the Registration Help Desk at 901-399-7566 or registration@nhla.com

Required Information Upon completing convention registration you will receive an email with a link to book a hotel room. Booking hotel rooms in the NHLA room block can only be done through the registration links that will be sent to you via email, only AFTER you have registered for the convention. Marriott Hotel St. Louis Grand | 800 Washington Ave. | St. Louis, MO 63101 | $209 + taxes On-Site Parking Daily | $35 On-Site Parking (Valet) | $53 per night ( Parking at the Marriott does not accommodate oversized vehicles.)

Registrant List –List name as it should appear on name badge. C o p y this form for additional attendees. All attendees must wear a current 2 0 24 Convention name badge to attend all convention functions.

*Does not include any add-on events. Those must be purchased separately.

Make check payable, in U.S. funds only, to “NHLA.” Checks from U.S. or Canadian banks are accepted. Contributions or gifts to National Hardwood Lumber Association are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, they may be tax deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses.

Full refund if registration is canceled prior to August 18, 2024. Cancellations between August 19 and September 01, 2024, will be refunded at 50%. No refund will be issued if registration is canceled after September 02, 2024. All refund requests must be made to registration @nhla.com.

Questions regarding registration should be directed to the Registation Help Desk at 901-399-7566 or registration@nhla.com. Cancellation Policy

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