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Welcome to Panel Talk, an information hub to help you learn the important steps in buying and using hardwood plywood and decorative wood panels. Discover trending wood species, how to purchase the right panel products, innovative projects from your peers, and more. You’ll find educational videos, blogs, and podcasts to help your business succeed. Sponsored by Timber Products Company, a U.S. manufacturer of hardwood plywood and decorative panels. 800-547-9520.

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Woodworking Industry News

MasterBrand adds Patrick Shannon to board of directors

CLEVELAND — MasterBrand Inc., the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America, announced that Patrick Shannon was appointed to the company’s board of directors effective immediately.“Patrick is a seasoned executive with extensive financial leadership experience and a track record of operational excellence,” said Dave Banyard, president and CEO. “We are pleased to add Patrick to our Board and look forward to benefiting from his expertise with spin-offs and the building products industry as we continue to evolve our strategy.”

Event Coverage

NeoCon programming registration opens April 3

Registration for NeoCon 2024 programming opens on April 3. Held from June 10-12 at THE MART in Chicago, this year’s event promises an exceptional lineup of keynotes, featured presentations, special events and workshops as well as virtual and on-site CEU sessions.

Opinion

Is the forest products industry in crisis?

It seems like every time a forest product mill or plant shuts down (monthly if not weekly) it’s viewed as a singular isolated incident. But viewed collectively, the cumulative impacts and magnitude become more focused and apparent.
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Architectural Products

Firms collaborate on thermally modified, fire-resistant wood

Woodsafe Timber Protection AB, which said it is Europe's largest manufacturer of durable fire-resistant impregnated wood, and Thermory AS, reportedly the world's largest manufacturer of thermally modified wood, have collaborated on durable thermally modified fire-resistant wood. Thermory’s real wood products with fire protection are available immediately.