Jasper Lumber Co. received a $300,000 grant to help its expansion plans.  The funds from the Appalachian Regional Commission will supplement a $300,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded by the state in March 2022 to assist Jasper Lumber Co. to boost its production and create 60 new jobs.

A wholly owned subsidiary of Western Forest Products Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire assets of Calvert Company Inc. located in Washington State for $12 million, including inventory valued at $2.5 million.

Residential remains the top segment for the industry, but commercial is regaining strength. More details in this exclusive components benchmark study.

BRISTOL, Ind. -- Wood products and components manufacturer MJB Wood Group has opened its flagship facility in Bristol, Ind. The 500,000-square-foot facility features a railway spur, allowing for indoor unloading and increased shipment capacity, semi-bays, and a 100,000-square-foot fabrication area. The facility's features are anticipated to more than double its capacity for outbound goods. The elements allow increased efficiency for MJB by combining manufacturing and distribution under one roof. 

TEMPE, Ariz. -- Overall economic activity in the manufacturing sector grew in June, with the economy achieving a 25th consecutive month of growth, according to a survey of the nation's supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business.

PalletOne said its investment in Dempsey Wood Products will help it secure and grow a critical long-term supply source.

Deal includes LP’s SolidStart brand

Tolko Industries says damage and repairs are ongoing after a May 20 fire May 20 at the OSB plant west of High Prairie.

Northwest Hardwoods relocated its head office from Tacoma, Washington, to Frisco, Texas.

N-Hance Wood Refinishing has seen the demand first-hand with some franchise owners reporting double digit increases in consumer leads year-over-year. Prospective franchisees are taking note as N-Hance closed out 2021 with more than 25 new franchise openings and projects to award 40 franchises this year.