GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Powell Valley Millwork, a division of CPMC, has entered into an agreement with Stiles Machinery to install a System TM fingerjointer line, a Kentwood automatic moulder cell, and two Makor Prime lines at the moulding and millwork producer's two manufacturing facilities in Kentucky.

The equipment is part of an overall plan to upgrade the two plants. Earlier in July, Powell Valley Millwork announced plans to invest $29.6 million across the two facilities. The Clay City and Jeffersonville operations will see building and equipment improvements and expansions, which will double the moulding and millwork producer's overall production capacity while creating 33 new jobs.

The System TM fingerjointer line is designed to streamline production processes and enhance efficiency in the manufacturing of high-quality wood products. The Kentwood automatic moulder cell offers precision and versatility in shaping wood materials, while the Makor Prime lines provide advanced finishing solutions. The lines will be installed in the third and fourth quarters of 2026, with one line stretching out until the third quarter of 2027.

"We are excited to partner with Powell Valley Millwork and provide them with cutting-edge equipment that will elevate their production capabilities," said Daniel Murphy, regional director for Stiles Machinery. "Our team is dedicated to delivering top-of-the-line solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact these new installations will have on Powell Valley Millwork's operations."

The partnership between Stiles Machinery and Powell Valley Millwork signifies a commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence in the woodworking industry, the company said. The installation of the System TM fingerjointer line, Kentwood automatic moulder cell, and Makor Prime lines is a significant step toward enhancing productivity and achieving superior results.

“We partnered with Stiles because they’re the best at what they do,” said Jimmy Thornberry, CEO of Powell Valley Millwork. “The new lines we are building with Stiles will benefit our customers, employees, and the communities we serve. This investment marks an exciting new chapter for Powell Valley, one that continues to build on our core values: long-term growth, sustainability, and exceptional quality.”

Headquartered in Clay City, Kentucky, Powell Valley Millwork is currently ranked #203 in the FDMC 300, a listing of the largest wood products producers in North America. The company specializes in interior mouldings, millwork and trim boards, producing at scale with both tulip poplar and radiata pine. Powell Valley Millwork has more than 320,000 square feet of production and warehouse space combined at its two facilities, and employs more than 200 people. The company's Clay City operation was featured in FDMC magazine in 2019, the same year that Jimmy Thornberry was recognized as a Wood Industry Market Leader by Woodworking Network.