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Woodworking Industry News

Online platform for hardwood sales launches

Lumber Marketplace (LM), a platform for buying and selling wholesale hardwood lumber, has launched its online marketplace that the company said was designed to modernize the traditional lumber trade. With an extensive inventory and advanced functionalities, LM is set to be the largest source of hardwood lumber in North America.

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Tropical hardwood demand remains firm

North American new orders for tropical hardwoods have experienced a modest slowdown, but the demand for the hardwoods remain robust especially in high-end projects and exterior applications, according to Fastsmarkets’ Hardwood Market Report.

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West Fraser acquires Spray Lake Sawmills

West Fraser Timber Co. has entered into an agreement to acquire Spray Lake Sawmills for (CAD) $140 million ($103 million). This move, the company says, will help WFG to grow its footprint in Southern Alberta and expand its Canadian treated wood business, while providing access to a high-quality timber supply.