84 Lumber has agreed to a one-year probation in Louisiana following issues arising from its handling of federal contracts in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

Whiskey distiller Brown-Forman said the rising cost of oak for its whiskey barrels has cut into profits. With one of the most advanced barrel making plants in the world, the company is still running into a shortage of oak barrels as Jack Daniel's bourbon production rises.

The U.S. International Trade Commission voted to institute an investigation of Bosch Reaxx table saws incorporating active injury mitigation technology, in response to a complaint filed by SawStop on July 30, 2015.

Astec Industries Inc. said it has entered into an agreement to build, deliver and install the first production line of a new turnkey wood pellet production facility for Highland Pellets LLC. Astec (Nasdaq: ASTE) said the initial $30 million order could total $143 million if additional equipment and services are ordered.

Milwaukee Tool has launched its next generation Shockwave Impact Duty driver bits. Engineered and tested to be durable and fit well, Milwaukee says its new generation will feature an optimized Shockzone geometry to provide up to 30x longer life and absorb 3x more torque vs. other impact bits.

It's not too late to enter the 2nd Annual Young Wood Pro contest. Enter now to be named the 2015 Young Woodworking Professional of the Year.

In a move which will double its capacity, RedBuilt LLC is adding a laminated veneer lumber line at its Stayton, OR, facility, one of four manufacturing plants by the Boise, ID-based company. RedBuilt manufactures engineered structural wood products for commercial and multi-family applications.

A manufacturer of widebelt sanders and grinders, Timesavers LLC has acquired Dubois Equipment Co., a producer of wood finishing machinery and systems. The news was announced Aug. 25.

Wood industry representatives joined students for the launching of Peyton Colorado School District's first semester of Woods Manufacturing classes. Targeted to high school students, the charter program offers entry level through advanced cabinet manufacturing.

Glue Products Plus Inc., located in West Palm Beach, FL is now the distributor of the complete line of Milesi high performance Italian wood coatings.