Read More Articles by Larry Adams
Larry
Adams
Editor
Larry Adams is a Chicago-based writer and editor who writes about how things get done. A former wire service and community newspaper reporter, Larry is an award-winning writer with more than three decades of experience. In addition to writing about woodworking, he has covered science, metrology, metalworking, industrial design, quality control, imaging, Swiss and micromanufacturing . He was previously a Tabbie Award winner for his coverage of nano-based coatings technology for the automotive industry. Larry volunteers for the historic preservation group, the Kalo Foundation/Ianelli Studios, and the science-based group, Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST).
The building materials supplier adds more locations in California and makes a deal with West Coast Lumber.
Weyerhaeuser and Lapis Energy enter into Carbon Sequestration agreement
SEATTLE — Weyerhaeuser Company and Lapis Energy LP announced the execution of an exclusive exploration agreement for subsurface carbon dioxide sequestration in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi.The agreement covers 187,500 acres of subsurface rights owned by Weyerhaeuser and spans five potential sequestration sites, including two locations that were previously identified by Weyerhaeuser as prospective opportunities for carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) development.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 8:57 pm CST
Mercer Int'l appoints interim chairman as Lee steps down
Mercer International Inc. announced that Jimmy Lee is stepping down as Executive Chairman and director of the Company for personal health reasons. He has been appointed Chairman Emeritus. William McCartney, who previously served as lead director, has been appointed Interim Chairman by the Company’s board of directors.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 8:29 pm CST
Single-family starts will rise in 2024
While higher interest rates pushed single-family starts down in 2022 and 2023, production should move on a gradual upward path in 2024 as the Federal Reserve is on track to cut rates during the second half of the year with inflation slowing.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 5:09 pm CST
Hooker Furnishings receives North Carolina export award
Hooker Furnishings has received the 2023 North Carolina Governor’s Export Award for its leadership in developing business globally.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 1:15 pm CST
Year one down, 'The MasterBrand Way,' results in solid performance
Despite a drop in sales, MasterBrand, Inc., the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America, today announced fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results that were upbeat in nature.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 12:21 pm CST
New trustee joins APA board
APA – The Engineered Wood Association Board of Trustees welcomes Chris Seymour as its newest member.Seymour currently oversees the wood products division manufacturing operations as the senior vice president of manufacturing operations at Boise Cascade. He brings 24 years of experience working with APA – The Engineered Wood Association Board of Trustees.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 11:22 am CST
PPG to review strategic alternatives for U.S. and Canada architectural coatings business
PPG, a global leader in paints, coatings, and specialty materials, announced that it has engaged Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC as financial advisor to assist in a review of strategic alternatives for its architectural coatings business in the U.S. and Canada.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 11:08 am CST
Long-time NBMDA executive director to retire
The North American Building Material Distribution Association (NBMDA) has announced that after 33 years of service, Kevin Gammonley will be retiring from the association effective June 30, 2024.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 10:32 am CST
2024 Dubai WoodShow to feature seven country pavilions
Dubai International Wood and Woodworking Machinery Exhibition is poised for its landmark 20th edition, scheduled from March 5 to 7, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
By
Larry Adams,
February 27, 2024 | 1:47 am CST