Topping this week's wood industry news was a lawsuit over airplane cabinetry intellectual property by Nordam, against Cessna, followed by the not-unexpected bankruptcy filing of Berkline/Benchcraft furniture.

EcoBlu Products says a deal with wood glue laminate beam manufacturer Calvert Company will allow it to introduce Red Beam treated wood components into Japan, China and Korea.

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Lumber and wood products firm Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE:WY) reported net earnings of $99 million for the first quarter, on net sales of $1.6 billion.

The wood surfaces firm’s Inspiration is Everywhere contest is aimed at architects and designers.

Jane Bierman,co-founder and owner of Lincoln Windows and Timeline Vinyl Windows, passed away at the age of 91. Ja

The wood surfacing products firm will show its Architectural Metals products.

The Composite Panel Assn. discussed at its spring meeting industry challenges, including formaldehyde and competitors for biomass resources, as well as achievements the CPA has made in directing legislation and initiatives.

Lumber prices will rise as food manufacturers and jet fuel distillers join the parade of competing claims for wood industry resources.

Modifications have been made to two ANSI/BIFMA contract furniture standards.