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IN THIS ISSUE 12 American White Oak Deck Featured in the USA Pavilion at Milan Expo 2015

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THE MISSION OF NH LA 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;

June 2015 ▪ Issue 157 National Hardwood Lumber Association PO Box 34518 ▪ Memphis, TN 38184-0518 901-377-1818 ▪ 901-382-6419 (fax) info@nhla.com ▪ www.nhla.com

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

MISSION LEADERS

Pem Jenkins Turn Bull Lumber Co. President

Skip Holmes Thomas & Proetz Lumber Co. Unique Services

Brent Stief Huron Forest Products Vice President

Darwin Murray McClain Forest Products Structure

Scott Heidler Heidler Hardwood Lumber Co. Past President 2012-2014

Charlie Netterville Fred Netterville Lumber Co. Membership & Networking

promoting North American hardwood lumber and

Mark Barford, CAE Chief Executive Officer

Jack Shannon J.T. Shannon Lumber Co. Industry Advocacy & Promotion

advocating the interest of the hardwood community

NHLA STAFF

Gary Swaner Swaner Hardwood Co. Rules

in public/private policy issues; and providing a platform for networking opportunities.

Mark A. Barford, CAE Chief Executive Officer m.barford@nhla.com Kristina Bran Digital Media Manager k.bran@nhla.com

About the Cover: Shown on this month’s cover is a stunning 500m2 white oak deck from the USA pavilion at Expo in Milan. The American hardwood floor ran the length of the pavilion on the first floor, where the main exhibition area was located. The white oak was chosen by New York architect James Biber, whose practice designed the pavilion. For advertising inquiries: Contact John Hester, Director of Membership at j.hester@nhla.com or 901-399-7558.

Melissa Ellis Graphic Designer m.ellis@nhla.com Renee Hornsby Director of Communications/Editor r.hornsby@nhla.com

■■■ Desirée Freeman Controller Rich Hascher Inspector Training School Instructor

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COMMITTEE CHAIRS Dave Bramlage Cole Hardwood Membership Dan Caldwell Atlanta Hardwood Corporation Hardwood Advocacy Jim Reader Downes & Reader Hardwood Continuing Education/ Member Services Orn Gudmundsson Jr. Northland Corporation Communications & Marketing Scott Heidler Heidler Hardwood Lumber Co. Nominating Darwin Murray McClain Forest Products Finance Bucky Pescaglia Missouri-Pacific Lumber Co., Inc. Inspector Training School Joe Snyder Fitzpatrick & Weller, Inc. Rules Brent Stief Huron Forest Products Strategic Planning Stephanie VanDystadt DV Hardwoods Convention

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

A REPORT ON THE NHLA SPRING BOARD OF MANAGERS' MEETING NHLA held its spring board meeting in April and I am happy to report that the Association is being proactive to meet new challenges and take advantage of the opportunities that exist in our landscape. There were two major actions taken at the meeting. These actions included the decision to move forward with a total upgrade of the NHLA management software and the utilization of an investment firm to handle the portfolio portion of the Association’s reserves. The NHLA member management software and infrastructure is outdated and requires many double entries. The process costs the staff valuable time and is difficult for members to interact seamlessly with the Association. The accounting package is antiquated as well and requires ledger entries with few details to help with the day-to-day management of the Association. As many of you know, any major overhaul of a software and enterprise system is complex, has inherent risks and takes time. NHLA CEO Mark Barford is aware of these risks and is committed to having the system completely implemented by next year’s spring board meeting. The new system will save staff time by reducing manual double entries and will enable members to have access to data regarding their membership. This upgrade is a great step forward for the Association and will give us a strong foundation to grow in the years ahead. The second major outcome of the meeting was the choice to use Creative Planning, Inc. as the investment firm to manage the stock portfolio portion of NHLA’s reserves. The Executive and Financial Committees reviewed several proposals and presentations from promising firms but Creative Planning, Inc. stood out among the pack. The firm was chosen because the Executive Committee felt that a “passive” strategy better met the capital preservation approach and long-term needs of the Association. I’d like to commend vice president Brent Stief who urged the Executive Committee to consider allocating a portion of the NHLA reserves to an equity portfolio to enhance the Association’s value and exceed inflation. Brent has done a superb job of leading the committee that has overseen this initiative. It is common practice for associations to allocate a portion of their reserves to an equity portfolio. Rest assured that the NHLA board will keep adequate cash on hand in the event we experience another great recession or have budget shortfalls. Please note that the board has learned from past experiences and that if presented with the same circumstances again we will act quickly to mitigate any budget shortfall. The allocation of reserves to an equity portfolio is a major step in the governance of the Association and the decision was not taken lightly. In closing, I’d like to recognize the following board members and mission leaders whose current terms are nearing an end: Jeff Durst, Joe Snyder, Stephanie VanDystadt, Charlie Netterville, Skip Holmes and Gary Swaner. Please thank these lumbermen and lumberwomen for their commitment to serve and help

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Rest assured that the NHLA board would keep adequate cash on hand in the event we experience another great recession and have budget shortfalls. our industry. It is because of people like this, who volunteer their finite time and resources that we all have a vibrant and strong NHLA. Thanks for the privilege of being your president,

Pem Jenkins, NHLA President Turn Bull Lumber Company

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CEO’S MESSAGE

NHLA PARTNERS WITH NWFA WOOD FLOORING EXPO NHLA recently teamed up with the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) to set up a series of “partner” booths at the NWFA Wood Flooring Expo held in St. Louis, MO. The show was well attended with more than 3,000 representatives from the flooring industry as the NWFA Expo celebrated its 30th Anniversary with the theme of “Play It Forward.” This year, NWFA offered space to NHLA active “producing” members to participate on the show floor with all of the courtesies and discounts reserved for NWFA members. Three NHLA member companies participated in this special booth space – Midwest Hardwood Corporation, Missouri Pacific Lumber Company and Pike Lumber Company. NHLA would like to thank these companies for their participation. Of course, there were dozens of other NHLA member companies exhibiting and in attendance, and NHLA shared a space with its friends from the Hardwood Federation while the Hardwood Forest Foundation exhibited just across the aisle from NHLA. General reports from members and organizers indicated a general concern of current flooring markets that reflect many of the same concerns from lumber producers – oversupply. Since the housing market rebound is lackluster, so is the demand for lumber and hardwood products such as flooring. My observation after attending the expo seminars is that imports and substitutes will continue to be a competitive challenge for flooring. With this in mind, I went to our friends at the Hardwood Market Report to obtain a historical perspective. The data shows that domestic solid hardwood flooring consumption in 2005 was at a level of nearly 500 million square feet and as expected, fell to just over 300 million in 2014 with the drastic drop in homebuilding. However, consumption of imports reduced at a much higher rate, from approximately 250 million square feet in 2005 to less than 50 million in 2014. The HMR analysis illustrates that imports are not the major threat to the future of the solid hardwood flooring business, instead it is the sharp increase in the sales of engineered wood flooring which is growing at more than twice the rate of solid flooring. In other words, the threat of substitute materials replacing solid wood is the real concern. The same threat that hardwood lumber companies are facing. NHLA believes that the more we know about our consumers, including floors, cabinets, furniture, railroad ties or pallets, the better we can serve our members. On that note, NHLA is happy to announce that we are reserving space at the 2015 NHLA Annual Convention & Exhibit Showcase in Nashville this October for NWFA members who want to connect first

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NHLA believes that the more we know about our consumers, including floors, cabinets, furniture, railroad ties or pallets, the better we can serve our members. hand with hardwood lumber producers. Cooperating with consumer partners will continue to be an emphasis of the Association expands its program of work in 2016 and for years to come.

Mark Barford, CAE, Chief Executive Officer 901-377-1082 direct | m.barford@nhla.com

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INSIDE NHLA

NHLA STRIVES TO BE THE GLOBAL STANDARD OF HARDWOOD TRADE AND COMMERCE The vision of the National Hardwood Lumber Association is “to be the global standard for hardwood trade and commerce.” With this vision statement in mind, NHLA Chief Inspector Dana Spessert and members of the Inspection Services Team have traveled extensively during the first quarter of 2015; spreading the knowledge and encouraging the use of the NHLA lumber grading rules. In March, Chief Inspector Spessert, along with NHLA Chinese representative John Wang and NHLA National Inspector Roman Matyushchenko attended the Domotex Wood Show in Shanghai, China. During the show, Spessert networked with several exporters from the U.S. and Canada, many of who were a bit disappointed in current market conditions. Chief Spessert then traveled to Dongguan, China to execute inspection work and visit with NHLA Chinese member companies. After completing inspection work in Dongguan, Chief Spessert attended the Interzum Show in Guangzhou, China and then conducted an Shown L to R: Rod Wiles-AHEC Director, Jamey Hurst of in-house Lumber Grading Workshop in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Linden Lumber and Orn Gudmundsson, Jr. of Northland Corp. at the Dubai Wood Show.

Thanks to the support of the American Hardwood Export Council, Chief Spessert presented a hardwood lumber grading seminar to an assembly of Pakistani importers and U.S. exporters during the Dubai Wood Show. The seminar was well attended with more than 35 participants. “Many North American exporters who exhibited during the Show attracted several interested importers to their booths,” noted Spessert. In May, NHLA National Inspector Roman Matyushchenko joined Chief Spessert at the Interzum Show in Cologne, Germany. During Interzum, Spessert spoke with numerous exporters and importers of North American hardwood lumber and learned about upcoming educational opportunities that the Association can become involved. As knowledge of the NHLA lumber grading rules are spread around the world by the work of the American Hardwood Export Council, NHLA will continue to support those efforts by supplying the knowledge and expertise of the NHLA Inspection Services team.

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USA Pavilion at Milan Expo 2015

he American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) supported the USA pavilion at Expo in Milan with a stunning 500m2 white oak deck. The American hardwood floor ran the length of the pavilion on the first floor, where the main exhibition area was located. The white oak was chosen by New York architect James Biber, whose practice designed the pavilion. He wanted a classic-looking hardwood to blend in and complement the rest of the decking, which has been recycled from 100-year-old salvaged timber from the original Coney Island boardwalks. The USA pavilion had a very strong sustainability theme featuring a vertical farm, the latest energy efficient technologies and reclaimed wood. But one of the strongest environmental messages was told through the use of the sustainably produced new American oak. AHEC, using its ground breaking Environmental Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) research, has produced a full cradle to grave environmental profile for the white oak deck. Data on the forestry, sawmilling, drying and shipping impacts of sending the white oak lumber to Italy were combined with data collected during manufacture. Included in the assessment are all the non-wood materials (glues, oils and fixings) transport, installation and predicted life expectancy. At end of life the deck can either be recycled or burnt as a renewable fuel. The American white oak resource is not only renewable but is expanding. The resource is so large and growing so rapidly that it takes less than 25 seconds for the white oak harvested to manufacture the deck installed at Expo Milano to be replaced in the forest. The deck is better than carbon neutral on a cradleto-grave basis. The carbon emissions associated with delivery of materials and fabrication of the deck are more than offset by energy generated from wood offcuts and disposal at end of life. Much of the energy input for production of the deck derives W W W. N H L A .CO M

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from renewables. For as long as the deck remains in use it will store the equivalent of 14.5 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. For David Venables, European Director of AHEC, this project was a great opportunity for the U.S. hardwood industry to support this important event and the strong USA presence and messages. “The floor looked amazing, it was full of character and vibrant grain patterns and clearly everyone involved, including the architects were really pleased with the end result. It has also given us the chance to LCA profile a decking product for the first time, and results show once again just how strong the environmental credentials of American hardwoods really are.” The white oak decking was manufactured in Italy by Imolalegno. Comprising profiled random length strips, 20mm in thickness and 80mm wide. The floor was laid using a hidden clip mounting system with 5mm gaps between each strip. Stainless steel fasteners were used and the decking can easily be taken up without damage either for routine maintenance or reuse, thus considerably extending its life expectancy. The deck is finished with one coat of a clear anti-oxidant oil.

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LEGISLATIVE LOG

FEDERAL FOREST MANAGEMENT: AN ISSUE THAT'S TIME HAS COME By Dana Cole, Executive Director Hardwood Federation

The management of U.S. federal forest lands has been a concern to many members of the Hardwood Federation since its inception ten years ago. Unfortunately, this concern has not been shared by those in the U.S. Congress . . . .at least not those that have been in a position to make significant change. More than 193 million acres of the National Forest System is managed by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), located within the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Of this total, 46 million acres (24%) are designated as allowable for timber harvest. There are multiple challenges to managing a system as expansive and as diverse as this, including damage caused by pest and invasive species, devastating forest fires, satisfying the concerns of various special interest groups, and budget constraints.

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Hardwood Federation members are particularly concerned about the impact these challenges have on the availability of timber and fiber from federal forests. Timber sales have declined significantly in recent years, negatively impacting countless wood products businesses, local communities and schools that rely on the jobs and tax base provided by the industry. Federation members are also concerned that the decline in active management of federal lands has also negatively impacted the general health and sustainability of the forests. Timber harvests and sales have declined for various reasons, including the rise of a diverse set of special interest groups with conflicting perspectives on how best to manage and preserve the U.S. Forest System. Budget constraints have also

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Both Chairman Murkowski and Chairman Bishop have remained active on issues related to forest management, calling for multiple hearings on various issues, including wildfire management funding and timber harvest levels. had a direct impact. The increasing cost of fire suppression has directly impacted the ability of USFS to effectively manage the multitude of issues that are related to forest management. In 1991, fire suppression programs accounted for 13% of USFS appropriated funds. In 2012, this figure had grown to over 48%. In addition, since 2002, the Forest Service has transferred $3.4 billion from non-suppression programs to fight fires, leaving other vital programs, including Timber Harvest programs, underfunded and underutilized. Although the issues have certainly been raised and debated to some extent in the past, little or no traction was realized. However, the status seems to be changing. As she took over as the Chair of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) commented that “. . . forest management reform was left on the table in the last Congress and we must get back to work on it. There is bipartisan agreement that we must improve the management of our forests. That includes getting the timber harvest up to get a handle on the wildfire problem, protect our water supplies, and sustain our rural economies. Although there may be a need for some place-based solutions, it is my view that we need nation-wide forestry reform legislation.” Even Ranking Member Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) has signaled her intention of floating federal forestry reform legislation. Cantwell’s bill will tackle four areas she sees as particularly problematic: hazardous fuels, wildfire borrowing, budget accountability and emergency response coordination. “Extreme weather, the amount of hazardous fuel in our forests resulting from decades of suboptimal management and increasing development in the wildland-urban interface are combining to produce more lethal fires,” Cantwell said in advance of a hearing last week. “If we are ever going to get ahead of the problem, the Forest Service needs to respond to wildfires in a fundamentally different way.” Rob Bishop (R-UT), the Chairman of the House Committee on Natural Resources, is also new to the Chairman’s seat, and has voiced similarly strong interest in approaching management

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of our federal lands in a practical, bi-partisan manner that serves both conservation and economic needs. He recently wrote in an op-ed for Roll Call, “Both parties treasure our lands and want to see them healthy and pristine. Both parties want folks to be able to support their families. When it comes to the current policies that order how we conserve and utilize our nation’s resources, however, there is a major disconnect between our respective goals and solutions. This debate is mired in the premises and prejudices of the past, as we rely upon policies that were written for a different time when our country had different needs. It’s an approach that no longer protects the land, yet leaves powerless the people who use that land.” Both Chairman Murkowski and Chairman Bishop have remained active on issues related to forest management, calling for multiple hearings on various issues, including wildfire management funding and timber harvest levels. Members of Congress in both houses and on both sides of the aisle continue to ask pointed questions of USFS leadership about harvest levels, spread of disease, increasing numbers of forest fires and local economic impacts of under-managed forest lands. And they are starting to take action, not just ask question. Legislation that would structure funds to fight forest fires in such a way that would not negatively impact funds for other essential USFS programs, including timber harvests, has been introduced in both the House and Senate and is moving through the process. Although forest fire funding legislation seems to have a decent chance of passing through Congress and being signed by the President, other modifications may not be so easy to realize. While change may be incremental as Congress, the Administration and the nation move towards the next presidential election, the table is being set for future debate and hopefully, meaningful reform in the near future. The Hardwood Federation fully intends to be part of the debate as it moves forward. I know we can count on your support!

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RULES CORNER

WANE IN THE ERA OF OPTIMIZATION By Dana Spessert, NHLA Chief Inspector

The widespread use of optimization technology among hardwood manufacturers of the past decade, leads us to ask the question, “How much Wane is too much? The answer can be found within the pages of the 2015 version of the NHLA Rules for the Measurement & Inspection of Hardwood and Cypress. Listed under “Standard Grades” on page 14, paragraph 57 a limitation for the grade of FAS: “Wane shall not exceed on either edge of the piece over one-half the length in the aggregate.” Listed under “Standard Grades” on page 16, paragraph 64 a limitation for the grade of FAS One Face (F1F): “Wane on the No. 1 Common side is limited to the following: the width of Wane from both edges, when added together, cannot exceed 1/3 the total width of the piece. The total length of Wane on either edge cannot exceed 1/2 the length.” Listed under “Standard Grades” on page 16, in the second half of paragraph 68 a limitation for the grade of Selects: “In pieces 6” and wider, Wane on the No. 1 Common side is limited to the following: the width of Wane from both edges, when added together, cannot exceed 1/3 the total width of the piece. The total length of Wane on either edge cannot exceed 1/2 the length.”

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“Lumber should be properly manufactured of good, average width and lengths. It should be edged and trimmed carefully to produce the best possible appearance while conserving the usable product of the log."

“In pieces 4” and 5” wide, Wane on either face is limited to the following: the width of Wane from both edges when added together cannot exceed 1/3 the total width of the piece. The total length of Wane on both edges, when added together, cannot exceed 1/2 the length.” Please Note: The NHLA Rules Book lists the minimum requirements for all grades. Therefore, some boards may only meet these requirements but the rest should exceed them as stated on page 5, paragraph 6: “These rules define the poorest piece in any given Standard or Special grade, but the respective grades shall contain all pieces up to the next higher Standard or Special grade as defined in these rules.” Another paragraph in the Rules Book to consider is on page 5 under the heading of “Manufacture” paragraph 8. “Lumber should be properly manufactured of good, average width and lengths. It should be edged and trimmed carefully to produce the best possible appearance while conserving the usable product of the log. Shipments of rough lumber will admit 25% of surfaced lumber when it is of the specified rough thickness. Contracts for green lumber should specify dimensions required to provide for shrinkage in drying.” In conclusion, although the NHLA Rules Book does not limit Wane in the grades below Selects, careful consideration should be given to the product that you are selling and representing.

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Lumber Inspector BWP Hardwoods, a division of Gutchess Lumber is seeking an NHLA certified lumber inspector. Lumber inspectors are responsible for visually inspecting lumber according to species, grades, and dimension using NHLA lumber grading rules. BWP Hardwoods offers competitive pay and a superior benefits package. If you share our vision of excellence, then we invite you to join our winning team! Send resume to jlortiz@gutchess.com to apply. BWP Hardwoods 12942 Route 322 | Brookville, PA 15825 Phone: 724-537-6447 | Fax: 607-428-8097 Lumber Inspector Fred Netterville Lumber Co. is seeking an NHLA certified lumber inspector with at least 3 years experience in the field. Applicants must be able to remanufacture lumber if needed on dry end. Fred Netterville Lumber Co. offers competitive pay and health benefits along with 401k and paid vacations. To apply, please call Charlie at 601-870-5930. Fred Netterville Lumber Co. P.O. Box 857 | 3975 Buffalo Road | Woodville, MS 39669 Phone: 601-888-4343 | Fax: 601-888-6469 Lumber Inspector Ohio International Lumber is seeking an NHLA certified lumber inspector. Ideal candidate must have the ability to grade both green and kiln dried lumber. Experienced applicants are preferred. Ohio International Lumber offers competitive pay. To apply, please send resumes to rickfaulkner@me.com or call Rick at 740-941-1300 Ohio International Lumber 423 Hopewell Road | Waverly, OH 45690 Phone: 740-941-1300 | Fax: 740-941-1333

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Hardwood Lumber Inspector Rutland Lumber Co., Inc. is seeking a hardwood lumber inspector. Responsibilities include inspection of 4/4 KD stock in red oak, white oak, poplar and a little ash according to NHLA rules and guidelines. Applications must be self-starters and able to work as part of a team. Previous experience is preferred. Rutland Lumber Co., Inc. offers profit sharing, paid medical insurance for employees, annual bonuses and paid holidays. To apply, send resume to Tduncan@rutlandlumber.com Rutland Lumber Co., Inc. PO Box 2349 | 1731 Sunset Road | Collins, MS 39428 Phone: 601-765-8892 | Fax: 601-765-4352 Technical Sales Representative TradeTec Computer Systems Ltd., a company in the lumber software industry, is looking for a sales person who can assess how software can streamline operations, propose complete process solutions, and finally carry this forward to a sale of a software solution for a log operation or a mill. Qualified applicants must have at least 5 years of selling experience, as well as knowledge of the logs and lumber industry and computer training. Candidates must also be residents of NE USA and be able to travel within that area on a regular basis. TradeTec Computer Systems Ltd. offers competitive salary with commission, paid medical leave and the option to work independently from home. To apply, email rnathan2@tradetec.com. TradeTec Computer Systems Ltd 1010 Herring Gull Way | Parksville, BC V9P 1R2 Phone: 250-954-0414 | Fax: 250-954-0416 Apprentice Dry Kiln Operator Rex Lumber Company is seeking an apprentice dry kiln operator for their Englishtown, NY location. Responsibilities include all aspects of drying, such as proper sticking, drying schedules, wood waste boiler operation and kiln maintenance, and overseeing the lumber stacking operation. Qualified applicants must be mechanically inclined and familiar with lumber. Further training relative to the specifics of the company’s operation will be provided upon hiring. Rex Lumber Company offers medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as a 401k, life insurance and a flexible spending account. Salary is based on previous experience. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to careers@rexlumber.com Rex Lumber Company Station Street | Englishtown, NJ 07726 Phone: 732-446-4200 | Fax: 732-446-5036

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Lumber Inspector Cummings Lumber Co., Inc. is seeking a certified NHLA lumber inspector, specializing in green and kiln dried lumber. Cummings Lumber Co. offers competitive pay. To apply, please call 570-297-4771 or email scott@clc1.com. Cummings Lumber Co. Inc. PO Box 6 | Troy, PA 16947 Phone: 570-297-4771 | Fax: 570-297-2766 Hardwood Production Supervisor Aljoma Lumber, a Universal Forest Products, Inc. company located in Miami, FL, is actively seeking a certified NHLA grader and kiln operator. Responsibilities include grading lumber, operating kilns and managing production. The ideal candidate must possess basic knowledge of hardwood lumber grades and drying properties, and he or she must also run a computer based tally system. Minimum 2 years experience in the hardwood industry is required. Prior kiln operating or lumber inspection experience with American hardwoods and/or exotic hardwoods is a plus, and forklift experience is desirable. Aljoma Lumber offers standard benefits, and salary is based on experience. To apply, please email alambertini@ufpi.com Aljoma Lumber 10300 NE 121 Way | Medley, FL 33178 Phone: 305-556-8003 | Fax: 305-556-7883 Strategic Lumber Buyer Wabash Wood Products is seeking a strategic lumber buyer who will be responsible for all direct hardwood lumber material purchasing at the facility in Harrison, AR. This position will serve as the key contact for all direct material suppliers and will manage supplier relationships to improve overall costs and inventory. Qualified applicants must possess a high level of familiarity with lumber markets, strategic sourcing of lumber and purchasing. Other requirements include effective communication and interpersonal skills. Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent work related experience. Wabash Wood Products offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as paid vacation time and a 401k. Salary is based on experience. To apply, please email resume to darlene.garrison@wabashnational. com or send to: Wabash Wood Products PO Box 597 | Harrison, AR 72601 Fax: 870-741-3939

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Lumber Inspector Baillie Lumber Company is seeking an NHLA certified lumber inspector, specializing in the inspection of green and kiln dried lumber in various species. Candidate will also be responsible for supervision of a crew. Baillie Lumber Company offers competitive pay.

Imported Hardwood Sales Robinson Lumber Company is seeking an energetic sales professional with experience in imported hardwood products (lumber, flooring, decking) in the United States to work at their office headquarters in New Orleans, LA. Robinson Lumber Company offers competitive salary and benefits.

To apply, please email MBartoe@Alumber.com.

Robinson Lumber Company is a 121 year old family-owned business specializing in the import and export of tropical and domestic lumber, flooring and decking products to over 1,200 customers in 62 countries.

Baillie Lumber Company 3953 County Rd 51 | Galion, OH 44833 Phone: 419-462-2000 Sawyer Johnson Lumber Co., Inc. is seeking a sawyer for their hardwood sawmill. Qualified applicants must have previous experience as a sawyer. Johnson Lumber Co., Inc. offers competitive pay, as well as insurance and paid vacations. Johnson Lumber Co., Inc has been a family business for more than 50 years. To apply, please send resume to alan@ jhsnlumber.com or call Alan Johnson at 410-829-2261. Johnson Lumber Co Inc 11561 Longwoods Rd | Easton, MD 21601 Phone: 410-822-5476 | Fax: 410-820-4250 Pine Sales Robinson Lumber Company is seeking a pine salesperson to work full-time with the company’s current pine supply channels at their headquarters in New Orleans, LA. The primary responsibility of the pine salesperson will be to grow wholesale pine sales within the United States and/or internationally. Applicants should possess previous wholesale experience in lumber, decking or flooring; product knowledge of pine and lumber in general; at least 5 years experience in the wood products industry; sufficient technology skills to work efficiently from a satellite office and while traveling; customer contacts in the U.S.; familiarity with pine grading rules and regulations; experience with salesforce.com cloud based CRM; ability to work independently; desire to travel frequently; skill with technology; and established book of business. Robinson Lumber Company offers competitive salary and benefits. Robinson Lumber Company is a 121 year old family-owned business specializing in the import and export of tropical and domestic lumber, flooring and decking products to over 1,200 customers in 62 countries.

Please apply online at www.roblumco.com/careers Robinson Lumber Company New Orleans, LA 70115 Hardwood Lumber Trader Robinson Lumber Company is seeking a hardwood lumber trader. Travel is required for this position whose primary responsibilities include working closely with Senior Vice President and off site lumber buyers; buying and selling hardwood lumber globally; growing wholesale lumber business by expanding supplier and customer relationships globally; overseeing customer relations, including making sales offers and replying to inquiries; managing supplier relations, including sourcing purchases for these sales; communicating with suppliers, co-workers and freight forwarders to coordinate shipments; tracking inbound and outbound inventory levels at multiple locations; and maintaining customer and supplier information in company systems. Qualified applicants must have proficiency in NHLA hardwood grading standards and U.S. hardwood lumber species, as well as at least five years hardwood lumber experience. Technology skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are a plus. Robinson Lumber Company offers competitive salary and benefits. Robinson Lumber Company is a 121 year old family-owned business specializing in the import and export of tropical and domestic lumber, flooring and decking products to over 1,200 customers in 62 countries. Please apply online at www.roblumco.com/careers Robinson Lumber Company New Orleans, LA 70115

* To view current job postings or to post a job, visit www.nhla.com/jobboard.

Please apply online at www.roblumco.com/careers Robinson Lumber Company New Orleans, LA 70115

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CALENDAR

WH ERE IN THE WOR LD IS N H LA? PA Timber Show

June 5-6 | Pa Furnace, PA Russell E. Larson Agricultural Research Center Participating: Mark Barford, CAE, Chief Executive Officer John Hester, Director of Membership

NHLA Culture Tour of China

Progressive Inspector Training School Program: Block 1 Memphis, TN | August 17-28 | NHLA Headquarters Instructor: Rich Hascher, NHLA ITS Instructor Contact: Becky Miller | 901-399-7569 | b.miller@nhla.com 178th Class NHLA Inspector Training School Program Memphis, TN | September 2-November 19 Instructor: Rich Hascher, NHLA ITS Instructor Contact: Becky Miller | 901-399-7569 | b.miller@nhla.com

June 20-July 1 Participating: Mark Barford, CAE, Chief Executive Officer John Hester, Director of Membership Renee Hornsby, Director of Communication

Forest Products Marketing Workshop

Independence Day Holiday

Flex-Day Lumber Grading Short Course

July 3 | NHLA Headquarters Closed

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Flex-Day Lumber Grading Short Course 177th Class NHLA Inspector Training School Summer Program

Elkins, WV | June 1-August 6 | West Virginia Wood Tech Center Instructor: Rich Hascher, NHLA Inspector Training School Instructor Contact: Becky Miller | 901-399-7569 | b.miller@nhla.com www.inspectortrainingschool.com

4-Day Lumber Grading Short Course

Millersburg, OH | June 8-11 | Yoder Lumber Co., Inc. Instructor: Barry Kibbey, NHLA National Inspector Contact: Gayla Fleming | 614-497-9580 | info@ohioforest.org

Hardwood Lumber Grading Short Course

Sandy Lake, PA | June 20-23 | McKeever Environmental Learning Center Instructor: Barry Kibbey NHLA National Inspector Contact: McKeever Center | 724-376-1000 | info@mckeever.org www.mckeever.org

Flex-Day Lumber Grading Short Course

Piketon, OH | June 29-July 3 | Ohio State University Instructor: Barry Kibbey, National Inspector Contact: Becky Miller | 901-399-7569 | b.miller@nhla.com

Warren, PA | October 12-15 Instructor: Barry Kibbey, National Inspector Contact: Donna Smith | 814-723-3222 | dsmith@hi-ed.org

4-Day Lumber Grading Short Course

Elkins, WV | November 2-5 | West Virginia Wood Tech Center Instructor: Barry Kibbey, NHLA National Inspector Contact: Matt Wyatt | 304-637-7500 | matt@wvwoodtech.com

Progressive Inspector Training School Program: Block 3 Memphis, TN | November 2-20 | NHLA Headquarters Instructor: Rich Hascher, NHLA ITS Instructor Contact: Becky Miller | 901-399-7569 | b.miller@nhla.com

Flex-Day Lumber Grading Short Course

Indianapolis, IN | November 16-20 | Wood-Mizer Products, Inc. Instructor: Barry Kibbey, National Inspector Contact: Denice Helmbrecht | 317-875-3661 | info@ihla.org For applications, a complete listing of events and more information please visit www.nhla.com/calendar.

Flex-Day Lumber Grading Short Course

Marcus Hook, PA | August 10-14 | Alan Mcllvain Co. Instructor: Barry Kibbey, National Inspector Contact: Becky Miller | 901-399-7569 | b.miller@nhla.com

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THE GLOBAL GATHERING OF THE HARDWOOD COMMUNITY Early Bird Registration for the 2015 NHLA Convention ends JUNE 6!

2015 NHLA ANNUAL CONVENTION & EXHIBIT SHOWCASE OCTOBER 7-9, 2015 | OMNI HOTEL DOWNTOWN | NASHVILLE, TN More information and registration online at www.nhlaconvention.com