Lyptus consumer favorite in hardwood preference study
The wood from Weyerhaeuser fared well in a consumer study.
Head of FSC U.S. to present at Green Conference
INDIANAPOLIS -- Corey Brinkema, president of the Forest Stewardship Council U.S., is among featured presenters at the 3rd Dollars & Sense of Going Green Conference, March 17-18 in Indianapolis.
US Forest Service celebrates 100th anniversary of Weeks Act
The wood-focused act signifies a milestone in conservation.
WCMA outlines 2011 promotion plans
MARIETTA, GA -- The Wood Component Manufacturers Association has set a busy agenda for 2011, which it kicked off at last week's Closets & Home Organization Conference & Expo in Charlotte, NC.
“Lean Team” helps businesses improve efficiency
Wood science students help support lean transformation efforts.
FurnitureLab to host table design competition
The wood furniture maker is hosting a national design contest for a chance to win a trip to Las Vegas.
Arauco launches website
The wood products firm offers enhanced content for distribution, dealers and builders.
Therma-Tru enhances service model
The wood door firm offers programs to assist builders, dealers and remodelers.
OSHA fines Mississippi furniture manufacturer
OKOLONA, Miss. – The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited United Furniture Industries Inc. in Okolona for 18 safety violations. Proposed penalties total $66,000.
Larimer County, CO, reduces pine beetle sortation
Public officials of Larimer County, CO say they are curtailing hours of operation for a wood sorting yard intended to stop the spread of pine beetles.
By
Bill Esler,
August 15, 2011 | 10:38 pm CDT
