Building Products Digest - April 2000

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Product Liabitity Bill Passes House

Most of the products we buy and use work pretty well. But occasionally a product fails with serious consequences. Users can be maimed, even killed. Damages can go beyond the physical to include psychological injuries. It can be a nightmare for the buyer. But increasingly in our litigious society, it can be a nightmare for the entire chain of distribution that delivered the product to the buyer.

After the injury come the doctors. And after the doctors, just as surely as God made little green apples, come the lawyers. The lawsuits the attorneys file bring with them enormous costs in time, money, lost productivity and an apple orchard of stress. Many times the victims claims are justified. But too often they are not. But valid or not, the lawyers sue all the way up and down the distribution chain. It's not a pretty picture.

But help may be on its way. The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 2366, "The Small Business Liability Reform Act of 2000." The National Association of WholesalerDistributors has lauded the legislation, observing

that in product liability lawsuits it would "signihcantly limit the liability of non-manufacturer product sellers such as distributors, retailers, lessors, and renters only to harms caused by their own negligence or intentional wrongdoing, the product's breach of the seller's own express warranty, and for the product manufacturer's responsibility when the manufacturer is judgementproof."

The bill also eliminates joint (deep pockets) liability for "noneconomic loss" and limits punitive damage awards to $250,000 for employers with fewer than 25 full-time employees thar become defendants in civil lawsuits. Neither of these provisions would apply to lawsuits involving certain egregious misconduct and states could opt-out by statue.

NAW's vice president for government relations Jim Anderson notes "the efforts of the House...builds significant momentum for the work we need to do to move this leeislation through the Senate."

We wish them well.

LUMBER

I " Yellow Pine Boords 'C', 'D' , #2

I " Yellow Pine Boords (Potterns)

2x4 thru 2xl2 #1, #2, #3 S4S Yellow Pine

1',2', 4',6" Yellow Pine Wolmonized

l" Ponderoso Pine Boords 'C', 'D', #2, #3

2" Doug Fn #2 & Better, Utility

2" Spruce Pine Fir #2 & Better, Utility

Redwood & Cedor - Inventorv

Yellow Pine CDX & Sturdifloor

Yellow Pine BC Sonded

Yellow Pine Premium & Decorotive Sidings

Woferboords

Fir Sonded & Fir Sidings

Hordwood Plywoods

Hordboord Sidings - Mosoniie t1 &#2

Treoted Plywoods Avoiloble

(Lloyd Wheeler. Dovid Jockson, Bryont Longford, Steve Jockson)

. DuraPine@ Outdoor@ Wood (KDAT)

. DuraPine@ Glassic Decking (KDAT)

. Prime2 Wolmanized@ Wood

. Wolmanized@ Extra@ Water Repellent Wood

. Dricon@ Fire Retardant Treated Wood

. lsland@ Outdoor Furniture

. Heritage* Gazebos, Arbors . Poles, Posts, Piling

. Wolmanized@ Marine Treated Wood

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Mead s consistent quality timbers provide Pressure Treaters with ideal package sizing to fit efficiently through treating cylinders and right into your custorners racks

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TREATERS

nother year of change shook up the treating industry, as 22 of the Top 25 swapped positions in this year's ranking of the nation's largest. While Universal Forest Products remained well ahead of the pack, Great Southern Wood Preserving regained the #2 position by leapfrogging GeorgiaPacific-despite G-P's acquisition last year of former #15 Mellco.

Another big storyline was the rise of western treaters. The region's two largest treaters each surged five spots, McFarland Cascade increasing production 25Vo to reach #12 and Allweather Wood Treaters upping output 277o

Company

(including number of treating plants)

Univereal Forest Products

Grand Rapids, Mi,

19 nlants: Windsor, Co,lAuburndale, Fl^; Moultrie, Union City, Ga.;Granger, In.;

Belcherhuvn, Ma.; Harrisonville, Mo.; Elizabeth Oity, $alisbury, N.C.; Hamilton, Lodi, 0h.; Gordon, Stoc*ertown, Pa.; New Waverly, Saginaw, Schefiz, Silsbee, Tx.; Janesville, Wi.; Ranson, W.V.

Great Southern Wood Preserving Abbeville, Al.

5 plants: Abbeville, Mobile, Muscle Shoals, Al.; Sumter County, Fl.; Conyers, Ga.

to #14. California Cascade cracked the Top 25 for the first time, with its 677o prodtction gain landing the company at #22. Pacific Wood Preserving increased production l5Vo to remain on the list at #25. Several others. notably Exterior Wood, just missed the cut.

Companies are ranked by production of lumber, timbers and specialty products. Firms exclusively treating poles, pilings, railroad ties, etc., are not included. Abbreviations include FRT (fire retardant treated) and WR (water repellent).

All information was provided by the companies themselves. While every ef'fort was made to ensure full accuracy and completeness, a handful of treaters elected not to participate in this tut

Annual Production

1999 1998 (millions (millions of bd. tt.) of bd. ft.)

6

(including number of treating plants)

Georyie-Paeific Corp.

Atlanla Ga.

12 planh: Alhsns, Nauvoo, Louisville, Al.; Rocldedge, Fl.; Steding, Ga,; Rochelle, It.; Bichmond, ln^; Pleasant Hill, Mo.; Middleburg, Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; Rock Hill, S.C.; Mineola, Tx.

Culpeper Wood Preservers

Culpeper, Va.

3 plants: Culpeper, Fredericksburg, Va,; Shelbyville, In.

Walker-Williams Lumhr Co., lnc.

Columbus, Ga.

5 plants: Hatchechumoe, Falkvills, Al.; Blanchester, Youngstown, 0h.; Westville, In.

Quality Wood Treating Co.,Inc.

Prairie du Chien, Wi.

6 plants: Prairie du Chien, Janesville, Wi.; Lansing, Mi.; St. Paul, Mn.; Columbus, Oh.: Fombell. Pa.

Commonwealth lilood

Hampton, Va.

9Sg0[$ Hampton; Fairless Hill, Pa.;Betrlehem, N.H.

Rocky Top Wood Preservers

Rocky Mount, Va.

3 olants: Rocky Mount; Streator, ll.; Hagerstown, Md.

Cox lndustries

Oangeburg, S.C.

LUlrolC: Augusta, Ga, ; Orangeburg, Eutawvifle, Norlh, Sumter, S,C.; Coleridge, Cove City, N.C.

John A. Biewer Lumber Co.

St. Clair, Mi.

5 olants: St. Clair, Lansing, Mi.; Seneca ll.; Washington Court House, Oh.; Prentice, Wi.

C.lS. Tucker Lumber

Pageland, S.C.

2 plants: Pageland; Henderson, N.C.

Annual Production

1998

(including number of treating plants)

7 Kerr-McQee0hemical0orp.

Oklahoma Citv, Ok.

6 phnts Madison, ll; Columbus, Ms.; Springfied, Mo.;The Dalles, Or.; Texarkana, Tx.

McFarland Cascade

Tacoma, Wa.

5 olants: Tacoma; Sandpoint, ld.; Eugene, Or.; Broken Bow, Ok.; Electric Mills, Ms.

Allweather Wood Treaters

Washougal, Wa.

5 plants: Washougal, Femdale, Wa.; Fort Collins, Loveland, Co.;Medford, Or.

Robbins Manufacturing Co.

Tampa, Fl.

3 plants: Tampa, Fort Myers, Orlando, Fl.

l*ew $outh Inc.

Conway, S.C.

2 plants: Conway, Camden, S.0,

Curt Bean Lumber Co. Glenwood, Ar.

3 olants: Glenwood, Amity, Ar.; Buckner, Mo.

giamond Wood Treaters, Inc.

Decatur, Al.

2 nlanls: Decatur; Bulls Gap, Tn.

Bestway Enterprises

Cortland, N.Y.

4 plants: Lancaster, Ma.; Cortland, Gouverneur, N.Y.; Stony Point, N.C.

1998

Company (including number of treating plants)

Everwood Treatment Co., lnc. Spanish Fort, At.

1 olant Spanish Fort

California Cascade Industries Sacramento, Ca.

2 olants: Fontana, Woodland, Ca.

L.L. Brewton Lumber Co.,Inc. Winnfield, La.

2 plants: Winnfield; Caddo Mill, Tx.

Madison Wood Preservers Inc. Madison, Va.

1 olant: Madison

Facitic Wood Preserving Corp. Eloy, Az.

3 planls: Eto$ Bakerstield, Ca. 9ilver Springs, Nv.; (under construciion in Coming, Ca.)

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LTHOUGH CCA treated wood is .CLsometimes promoted as "maintenance free," treatment alone does little for appearance or dimensional stability. And, to consumers, the appearance of their deck is just as important as its long-term structural integrity.

While CCA treatment makes wood resistant to decay and insect attack, it also causes changes in the wood structure that affect its appearance, properties and finishability. Its appearance changes to a flat, greenish, less natural hue. The treating cycle of drying, saturating and redrying creates internal stresses that can result in cracking, checking, splintering and grain raising. Chemical interactions can weaken wood and make it more brittle, giving rise to splintering and cracking.

Originally, coatings manufacturers responded by shoe-horning "all-purpose" products into the deck category, with disappointing performance results. In the past few years, however, finishes have been developed that specifically address the special requirements of CCA treated wood.

In addition to the availability of user-applied surface coatings, manufacturers can now add water repellents, mildewcides and toners during the treating process. Yet, according to the Forest Products Laboratory-sponsored Joint Coatings/Forest Products Committee, such ingredients provide initial protection that may last only a few months to a few years. Eventually, surface coatings are required to provide ongoing protection.

Unlike most other wood preservatives, CCA does not adversely affect finishes. It not only readily accepts most coatings, but has been shown to enhance the service life of water repellents, paints and stains. In spite of CCA treated wood's general compatibility with most coatings, there are some potential problems:

Lack of Penetration. Many nonfilm-forming finishes such as stains and water repellents must penetrate the wood's surface to work effectively. If treated wood is not sufficiently dried, excessive moisture can impede penetration of finishes. Air dry lumber that is saturated with water before

Finishing touches for treated wood

coating. In most cases, two to three weeks of seasoning in dry weather should bring the moisture content down to an acceptable level.

Substrate Limitations. Southern pine is the most commonly CCA treated species. Its properties enhance its treatability-but work against it as a coatings substrate. In general, southern pine has poorer finish-holding capabilities than cedar or redwood. However, the deleterious effects are somewhat offset by the performanceenhancement properties of the CCA.

Because they are film-forming coatings, they tend to peel, blister and mar when coated on horizontal substrates subject to weathering and traffic.

Clear or pigmented water repellents. wood toners and semi-transparent stains are the most common deck finishes. To work properly, they must penetrate the surface.

Improper Surface Preparation. Surface preparation is integral to the ultimate performance of coatings for any wood surface. Surfaces must be clean, dry, and free of mildew before coatings are applied. The better preparation products will remove dirt, mildew, grayed wood, loose fibers and coating particles in one step.

Weathering or Seasoning. Most new treated wood decks should be protected with a water repellent, toner or semi-transparent stain as soon after construction as possible. Research shows that exposing unprotected wood to weathering for even short periods of time can cause surface damage, reducing the wood's ability to hold onto subsequently applied coatings. Unless treated wood is still very wet. coat it as soon as possible after construction.

Color Bleed-through. As a reaction to CCA, wood takes on a color of anywhere from a light brown to a bluish-green. Since wood is tremendously variable, the color of treated wood can vary significantly from board to board, even within the same board. Clear or lightly pigmented finishes do little to mask or even out the color; the CCA green may show through. Use darker colors, more opaque finishes or a second coat.

Over-application. Many d-i-yers and contractors believe that when it comes to coating, more is better. This is untrue-and a problem for decks. Most deck finishes are designed to penetrate the wood surface. Applying too much may build up a film that can peel or crack. For water repellent products, over-application can create a surface that is waxy, sticky or slick. Over-applied stains can result in sticky surfaces, because the coating build-up interferes with proper drying.

Unlike most other preservatives, CCA does not adversely affect wood finishes.

Horizontal vs. Vertical. Solid color stains and paints can be used successfully on vertical surfaces such as siding, trim and lattice. Yet most treated wood in home construction goes into decks. Paints, varnishes, and solid color stains usually are not recommended for exposed horizontal deck surfaces, treated or untreated.

Follow the manufacturer's label suggestions on coverage. Rough sawn surfaces can absorb more coating than smooth sawn substrates. However, since most CCA treated wood has a smooth surface, take particular care against applying too much material. One coat is sufficient for most deck finishes. If two coats are desired, be sure the first coat properly penetrates the surface before applying a top coat.

Answers to common questions about I engineered wood panels

By Merritt Kline APA Product Support Specialist

Ir.lHANCES ARE, if you're involved with engineered \-rwood. vou've had an occasion to call the manufacturer about some aspect of installation or design. As more

designers specify, more builders use and more dealers stock engineered wood products, more questions arise, from proper installation details to selecting the right product for the right application.

At the APA Product Support Help Center in Tacoma, Wa., specialists handle hundreds of inquiries a week from dealers, builders, framers and designers who are using or planning to use engineered wood products. Here are some of the most frequently-asked questions:

Q wni"r, is stronger, plywood or oSB?

A A The two products are virtually interchangeable. That's because both products, although different in composition and appearance, are manufactured according to the same performance standards. These standards apply the same performance criteria to both products for their designated end uses-sheathing, single-layer flooring, and exterior siding. The performance standards under which plywood and OSB are qualified were developed to ensure reliable performance in service, to address a changing wood fiber supply, and to remove obstacles to innovative manufacturins technology.

Q tf rrr" gradestamp reads "Sized For Spacing" must the panels

still be spaced 1/8" at panel edges?

Yes. Since wood is a biolosical material and can expand when it absorbs moisture, panels should be spaced at ends and edges. The "Sized For Spacing" notification is intended to facilitate proper installation and specifies that the panels may be cut less than nominal dimensions from the mill to account for any expansion that may occur. The size tolerance of a 4'x8' "Sized For Spacing" panel, therefore, may be 1/8" less than the specified length and width, e.g.,47-718"x95-718". However, since the size tolerance given in the performance standard allows up to 1/8" less than the specified length and width, a 47J/8"x 95-7/8" panel may or may not be stamped "Sized For Spacing."

How do I know if a particular panel meets the live and dead load requirements?

A A

The fastest way to determine live and dead load capacities is to check the APA load span tables for roof and floor applications in the APA Residential and Commercial Design Guide. The tables provide allowable live loads for panels installed over common support (oist, truss or rafter) spacing configurations. The guide is available from our publications department or online at www.apawood.org.

Q no., structural panel siding

have shear values?

Plywood (all-veneer) APA Rated Siding is often used for shear wall sheathing. The thickness of the panel at the point of nailing on the panel edges governs shear values. Other APA Rated Siding panel types may also qualify for shear values on a proprietary basis. To check for specific shear values, refer to the APA Residential and Commercial Design Guide.

Q Wrr"t is the difference between Exposure 1 and Exterior panels?

A n pe trademarked panels may be produced in four exposure durability classifications: Exterior, Exposure 1, Exposure 2, and Interior. The epposure durability classification relates to glue bond, and thus to structural integrity.

Exterior panels have a fully waterproof bond and are designed for applications subject to exposure to the weather or to moisture for its entire service life. Exposure 1 panels have a fully waterproof bond and are designed for applications where construction delays may be expected prior to providing protection.

Exposure 1 panels are made with the same exterior 'adhesives used in Exterior panels. However, because other compositional factors may affect bond performance, only Exterior panels should be used for permanent exposure to the weather.

Exposure I panels may also be used when exposure to the outdoors is on the underside only, such as roof overhangs.

How long can structural wood panels be exposed to the weather?

be sanded smooth. Wall and vertical surfaces allow water to "shed" quickly. Later, after the roof framing, sheathing and roofing are installed, roof overhangs (if provided) will further protect the sheathing from exposure, although the panels may get wet from exposure to rain especially on the lower parts of walls or if wind-driven rain occurs.

Before installing the exterior and interior finish, wall sheathing should be allowed to dry so that moisture absorbed during construction will not be trapped within the wall cavity. For roofs, APA recommends covering the sheathing as soon as possible after installation. This will allow the interior of the building to start the drying process. If this is not possible, and the roof sheathing has been exposed for a period oftime, allow the roof sheathing to dry (from the underside) before closing in the roof cavity or attic.

Q Ar. the specification and use recommendations developed by APA applicable to products certified by other agencies?

ASince the APA trademark appears only on products manufactured by member mills of APA, it signifies that the products are subject to the association's audit-arguably the toughest and most comprehensive quality auditing program in the industry. The technical information and product use recommendations developed by APA are based on research and testing of APA trademarked products only and therefore does not apply to panels certified by other agencies.

Q Wft"t should be ustd when the architect specifies underlayment?

A Several iranel grades and lay-ups are suitable for use as underlayment, however, the appropriate choice depends upon the type of finish flooring. For example, only fullysanded, veneer-faced underlayment panels meet APA recommendations for applications under resilient floor coverings such as tile or sheet flooring or fully-adhered carpet.

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A There are many factors that affect the durability of wood structural panels, and each situation is unique. Although subjective, one way to determine if floor panels are suitable for use after a period of exposure is to walk on them. If they feel solid compared to your previous experiences with similar panels, spans and supports, they are "OK." After bxposure to weather, panels often look rough but remain structurally serviceable. After the building is l'closed in" and protected from the weather, the floor should be allowed to dry to in-service moisture conditions.

Before installing any finish flooring, the floor deck should be inspected for flatness betweenjoists, and also for smoothness along end and edge joints between panels. Any ridges or thickness swelling at these locations should

One way to determine if floor panels are suitable for use after a period of exposure is to walk on them.

Other underlayment grades meet APA recommendations for less demanding floor covering applications such as carpet and pad and ceramic tile. To be assured that the right underlayment is used, check the APA Underlayment Guide at www.apawood.org.

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Adams Building Materials, Winter Haven, Fl., has opened a lumberyard and truss plant in Sanford, Fl. (Paul Hertko, truss plant gen. mgr.), and a truss plant in Brooksville, Fl. (Jim Countryman, gen. mgr.)

Forbes Lumber Co., Bald Knob, Ar., has closed after 53 years due to the owner's retirement...

84 Lumber is remodeling yards in Plainview, Tx.; London and Maysville, Ky., into the 84+ format...

Ashdown Building Materials, Ashdown, Ar., has been acquired by OMS Lumber Co., Ashdown, Odis Blackman, owner

Beeson hrmber & Hardware is relocating to a larger, l6-acre site in High Point, N.C.

Walker Bros. Ltd., Baileyton, Al., has conrpleted remodelirig its store and adding office space

Hardman Lumber Co., Arkadelphia, Ar., is installing a guard shack to check outgoing orders ...

Hometown Building Supply & Hardware, Ardmore, Al., has expanded its paint dept., adding a S-gallon shaker...

Home Depot opens new stores this month in Killeen, Tx., and Hendersonville, N.C.; plans to open its first prototype stand-alone flooring showroom late this year in the Dallas area; is negotiating for a 18.65-acre site in Baytown, Tx., and agreed to buy threesam's Club sites in Argentina, with plans to have eight locations in the country by the end of next year ...

I-oweb Cos. recently opened a I 50,000-sq. ft. supdrsiore in Kingwood, Tx., and replacement stores in Sumter and Orangeburg, S.C. (James Padgett, store mgr.l the chain plans a fall opening in Shallotte, S.C., and a December

opening in Pascagoula, Ms.; agreed to build in Winter Haven, Fl., and is considering a site in Pensacola, Fl.

Loweb is relocating its Intemet Business Group to Huntersville, N.C., but keeping the group's customer service unit in Wilkesboro, N.C.

Anniversaries: Hardman Lumber Co., Arkadelphia, Ar., 60th ...Tbxas Wholesale Building Materials, Carrollton, Tx., lOth ...

New Web site: Swift Supply, Atrnore, Al., www.swiftsupply. com ... Smith-Phillips Lumber & B ui lding S upply, Winston-Salem, N.C., www.smithphillipslumber. com Wheeler's Building Materials, Rome, Ga., www. wheelers.com...

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Columbus Lumber Co., Brookhaven, Ms., has acquired Phillips Brathers Lumbei Co., Brookhaven; Paul Phillips is now operations mgr. of the new CLC South plant

Hudson Lumber & Truss. Purvis, Ms., relocated its sawmill sales office to Moody, Al.; Jay Johnston, Wil Johnston and Steve Mathey are new staffers

Gulf States Paper Corp. has dropped the Loper Lumber Co. name for its Moundville, Al., wood products operation, renaming the sawmill Gulf States

Do it Best Corp. has shipped the first version of Do it Best Info Deluxe software, integrating the co-op's CD-Rom catalog and its mainframe billing and inventory systems, helping members to maintain billing, pricing and inventory records as well as create customized catalogs online ...

(J.5. Concrete, Houston, Tx., has completed its acquisition of Butler Ready Mix Concrete, Dallas, Tx.

Weyerhaeuser broke off negotiations to sell its Marshfield, Wi., door manufacturing business to Saunders Karp & Megrue (see March, p. 29)

American Wire Products, Frankfort, Ky., opened a warehouse in Temple City, Ca.

Hancock Timber Resource Group completed the purchase of Alliance Forest Products' 367,000 acres of timberlands plus 35,000 acres ofleased land ...

Lovetl Farms Inc., Miami, Fl., has been acquired by nursery operator Hines Horticulture Inc., Irvine, Ca.

U.S. Plastic Lumber, Boca Raton, Fl., bought the assets of plastic shipping platform producer Baton Enterprises

Atlas Roofing Corp., Meridian, Ms., acquired Qwens Corning's Falcon Foam business

B uildNer, Research Triangle Park, N.C., agreed to acquire NxTrend Te c hno lo g ies, Colorado Springs, Co., and has filed for a proposed initial public offering

Construction Supply Exchange, Orlando, Fl., and ChanneLinx, Greenville, S.C., this month are launching csXnet.com, a digital marketplace for the building materials industry

EqualFooting.com, Dulles, Va., is a new business-to-business online marketplace for the small construction and manufacturing industries

American Forest & Paper Association signed a Memorandum of Understanding between its Sustainable Forestry Initiativ e and the Forest Prcducts Laboratory ...

Trex Co., Winchester, Va., was named Vendor of the Year by OrePac BuiWing Products ...

Housing starts in Feb. (latest figs.) rose I .37o to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.78 million single family starts slipped nearly 4Vo to l.3l million, multifamily jumped l9.5%o to a rate of 472,040 units ... permits fell87o to a 1.63 million rate ... in the South, starts decreased ll.3Vo, while permits slipped 3.8%.

Committed to growing your business.

Suuthern Lurnlrer Eolrlpanlf , lnc-

Ar Southern lumber, we reolize thot our growth ii dependent upon the long-term ruccess of our cuslomels, Cs such, we ore dedicoted fo providing you wilh the liighes.t quolity, kiln-dried soulhern pine dimension lumber ond boords. ar

This strotegy hor poid off. During our more thon lifteen yeort, our compony hos more thon'doubled'our onnuol production of '"g.rodtimcrk soulhern yellow pine, while moinfoining the highest quolity.

Using comirletely tenovoled, sfole-d-the-ort equipment ond focilities, we manufocfure widlhs 2x4-Ixl2 ond lengfhs 8'-26' without fingerioints. All lumber is TP grode morked ond kiln dried to l9% moisfure conlenl. ftlixed shipmenls ore no problem.

So, the nexl time you need lumber, coll on the compony inlent on helping you succeed. €oll on Southern lunber.

.Listings.are often submitted montlw in advance. Always verify dates and locations with sponsor before making plans n dnend.-'

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Wood Machinery Industry AssoclationApril 1l-15, joint conference with Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America, Miami Beach, Fl.; (215) 5U-3484.

National Sash & Door Jobbers AssociationAprl 13-14, regional meeting, Marriott World Center, Orlando, Fl.; (800) 786-7274.

Southern Forest Products AssociationApril 13-14 committee meeting, Peabody Hotel, Memphis, Tn.: (5M) 4.r',3-4464.

Lumberments Association of TexasApril 13-15, annual convention & buying market, San Antonio Convention Center, San Antonio, Tx.; (800) 749-5862.

Composite Panel AssociationApril 15-19, spring meeting, I-oews Coronado Bay Resort, San Diego, Ca.; (301) 670-0604.

Lumbermen's Club of MemphisAprit 17, golf tournament, Germantown Country Club, Memphis, Tn.; (901) 682-2838.

Southern Building Material AssociationApril 19, Garden Plaza Hotel, Murfreesboro, Tn.; (704) 376-1503.

International Wood Products AssociationApril 26-29, annual convention, Tucson, Az.; (7O3) 820-6696.

Houston Hoo-Hoo ClubApril ?il, initiation, Allen Park Inn, Houston, Tx.; (281) 485-1855.

TruServ Corp.April 28.May 2, spring market, Dallas Convention Center, Dallas, Tx.; (773) 695-5000.

North American Wholesale Lumber AssociationApril 29}N|'ay 2, l08th annual meeting, La Costa Resort, Carlsbad, Ca.; (800) 527-8258.

Construction Suppliers' AssociationApril 30.May 2, truss roundtable, Holiday Inn-Skytop, Rome, Ga.; (770) 751-6373.

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Structural Board Associationl:0'f.ay 2-4, annual meeting, Westin Whistler Hotel, Whistler, B.C.; (416) 730-9090.

Coverings 2000May 2-5, trade show, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Fl.; (80O) 881-9400.

Mid-America Lumbermens AssociationMay 4-5, fishing & Coll Old Kinderhook, Camdenton, Mo.; (800) 747-6529,

International Mass Retail AssociationMay 6-9, annual convention, Opryland Hotel, Nashville, Tn.; (703) 841-2300.

American Wood-Preservers' AssociationMay 7-10, annual meeting, Palace Sheraton, San Francisco, Ca.; (817) 326-$m.

International Building & Construction Trade Fair 2000 - May 16-19, Shanghai Exhibition Center, Shanghai, China; 0086-21-6255-63 l l.

Lumbermen's Association of TexasMay 17, safety first meeting, Arlington, Tx.; May 23-25, estimating workshop, Austin, Tx.; (800) 749-5862.

Wallace Hardware Co.May 17-18, spring show, Gatlinburg Convention Center, Gatlinburg, Tn.; (423) 586-5650.

National Sash & Door Jobbers AssociationMay 18-21, leadership conference, Crown Plaza Resort, Hilton Head lsland, S.C. ; (8W\ 7 86-7 21 4.

Virginia Forest Products AssociationMay 19-20, expo, State Fair Grounds, Richmond, Va.; (804) 737-5625.

Do it Best Corp.May 20-23, spring market, Indianapolis, In.; (219) 748-5300.

Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers AssociationMay 2l-24, annual convention, Cloister Hotel, Sea Island, Ga.; (703) 2&1690.

Houston Hoo.Hoo ClubMay 22, spring golf tournament, Pine Crest GolfCourse, Houston, Tx.; (281) 485-1855.

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The all-new, rough and ready PIGGY BACK D-50 handles the heavier loads with power to spare. The four-way EZ-3V lets you tum wide loads sideways for travel through narrow passages. The light weight Z2-3 rough tenain machine is at home on a wide variety of delivery applications, including single-axle trucks.

Working in confined areas or over a long distance... on a small tmck, large truck or trailer... a PIGGY BACK' Delivery System can dramatically reduce total delivery costs while improving customer service. We've proven it time and again, around the world.

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Mid-America Lumbermens Association's new general manager is Dave Heimsoth, formerly with the Western Association. He replaces Robert Goodman.

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Special Orders Via Web

Payless Cashways, Inc., is developing a new e-commerce system to help streamline special orders and improve profitability.

The initiative is being tested with several vendors and one store before being rolled out with multiple vendors to all stores in the second half of 2000.

The retailer hopes the business-tobusiness system will provide a variety of e-catalogs for each type of professional customer, such as electricians

sored by the Florida Wood Council, Oct. 4 in Daytona Beach.

Southern Forest Products Association's Wood Products Support Help Desk has fielded 208 inquiries about southern pine in the fivc months since they launched the project with APA-The Engineered Wood Association.

and plumbers.

To achieve this, Dennis Smith, Lewis Logan, John Cramer and Jim Hollingsworth have been reassigned to an e-commerce dcvelopment team.

Forestry Initiative Revised

Seeking to further revolutionize forestry practices, the American Forest & Paper Association has revised the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Standard.

The new 2000 standard includes

five sustainable forestry principles, I I objectives and 3 specific performancc measures detailing obligations that program participants must abide by. Sixteen companies have been expelled fiom AF&PA for failure to uphold the standard since it was adopted in 1994.

The program's exacting standard and conservation practices encompass wildlife and water quality protection, biodiversity conservation, harvesting practices and a range of other conservation goals. An independent panel, comprised of experts from the environmental, professional, conservation, academic and public sectors, regularly reviews the program and advises AF&PA on its progress.

Lowe's Offers Stock Options

Lowe's Cos., North Wilkesboro, N.C., wants to establish an employee stock options plan to recruit and retain workers.

The proposal, which is awaiting Securities and Exchange Commission approval, allows eligible cmployees to purchase Lowe's shares from biwcekly payroll deductions, ranging from lVo to Zl7o. Under the plan, full-time ernployees can exercise their stock options twice a year.

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Walker-Williams Cuts Back Operations

Downsizing has struck WalkerWilliams Lumber Co., Inc., the nation's fifth largest pressure treater.

In addition to cutbacks at its Columbus, Ga., headquarters and sales office, at the end of last month the company closed its unprofitable Blanchester, Oh., plant, which served south and west Ohio as well as much of Kentucky.

The Hatchechubbee, Al., plant stopped treating lumber last summer to concentrate on fencing and decking.

84 Lumber Lone Star Bound

As part of its national expansion campaign, 84 Lumber plans to open up to 40 stores in Texas in the next few years, according to chief operating officer Bill Myrick.

"We see the state as being full of growth opportunities," he said. "There's a potential for many stores there." He said the firm is scouting the Dallas and Houston areas. and has chosen sites there, although he would not reveal specific locations. "We know where physically we want our stores to be," he said, adding that San Antonio is another desirable market.

The firm will continue manufacturing and treating fencing in Falkville, Al., but has contracted another company to handle Treating Service Only operations.

Westville, In., is also switching over to TSO.

Lumber operations continue unchanged in Youngstown, Oh.

Walker-Williams' CCA treated wood production slipped 69o last year to 300 million bd. ft. (see Top 25 Treaters, p.9-12).

For a time, 84 had a significant presence in Texas, until the bottom fell out of the oil market in the late 1970s and early 1980s, forcing the closure of every Lone Star unit, save one each in El Paso, Austin, Plainview and Alvin.

The 391-unit company announced plans last December to open 150 new 84+ format stores within the next three years.

Scotty's Converts 36 More

Scotty's has converted the remainder of its larger home centers to the

Bargain Outlet format, and may introduce the concept to its smaller hardware store locations.

After converting l0 stores Jan. 15, nine more Feb. 12, and Eustis, Fl., soon after, Scotty's unveiled the new format at l8 locations March I I and l8 more March 25.

The new format divides home centers into five stores-within-a-store: a closeout store. dollar store. home fashions outlet, flooring outlet and flooring store (see Feb., p. 17).

Yet converting additional stores will be trickier; a primary reason for remaking the home centers was to better utilize excess space-a rarer commodity in the l0,OO0 to 20,000-sq. ft. hardware stores.

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European Softwoods Offered

New South Intcrnational is working with Klausner Holz ol- Gcrnrany to rnarket European spruce and pine products in the U.S. Thc deal contbines n'rarketing and distribution networks of thc largest privately owned sawmill in Europc with one ol'thc l0 largest tintber processors in thc Southcast.

Parcnt conrpany Ncw South, Inc., Myrtle Bcach, S.C., recently began a fir'c-year carnpaign to double thc sizc of thc company. Presidcnt Mack Singleton says thc relationship with thc German mills will "expand choices for retailers to offcr thcir customcrs sotne clf the highcst quality construction products availablc anywhe rc."

Coopcrltion began carly last ycar. Now New South Intcrnational ships Klausner wood into the ports of New York, Norl'olk, Charlcston, Savannah, Jacksonville, Mcmphis and Housion. scrving customcrs cast o1-the Rocky lvlountains.

Oi its 800 million bd. lt. annual production, Klausner plans to export 70 to 200 rnillion bd. Ii. to rhc U.S., adding to Ncw South's ou'n l,carly production of 350 million bd, Ii.

New South's intcrnational division, hcadcd by Thomas Mende, was foundcd fir,e years ago to expand on the company's cxport progrant and now buys or sclls wood products in 26 countrics across four continents.

SYP Output Sets Record

Southern pinc lumbcr production hit an all-tinre high last year, shattering a 90-year-olcl rccord, according to prclinrinary figurcs by the Southern Forcst Products Association.

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Thc 1999 output ol 16.79 billion bd. ft. lar surpassed thc prcvious high, 1909's 16.27 billion ft., as wcll as the modcrn day rccord, 1998's 16. l6 billion ft.

Southcrn pine production has again excccdcd I billion bd. li. for cach month of thc ycar and, 1.or 13 straight ycars, has topped l2 billion bd. ft. annually.

Do lt Best With Boats

Noting that just as homcowners upgradc and rcpair their homes, boatcrs upgrade and repair their vcsscls, Do it Best re tail scrvice ccntcrs arc now stocking marinc products.

The DCs arc carrying Seachoicc Products' 275 top-selling itcms for snrall- trl rncdium-size boat repairs and irnprovernents, including lights, purnps. hinges, winches, floatation deviccs and boardins ladders.

Payless Cashways Ups Spending

Paylcss Cashrvays plans to spcnd $29 million this ycar on capital expcnditurcs to improvc technology, rclnodcl 30 to 3-5 stores, ol)en ncw locations and for regular mainteniincc.

'l'hc rnoncy will conrc frorri ope rations, salc ol' rcal estatc and borrowings undcr tlrc conrpany's crcdit agrccments. In Novenrbcr, the chain conrpleted a three-ycar $260 rnillion revolving secured loan agrecrncnt with an unidcntificd lcnder.

Paylcss Cashways' capital expenditures of $47.2 nrillion in 1999 and $26.9 mrllion in l99tt mostly were to renovatc existing storcs and add e cluipment. Last ycur, it opcned t\\'o storcs and closcd 12.

A Strong Tr^dition

Thanks to our loyal customers and a strong tradition of service, Bean Lumber has grown into one of the largest independent manufacturers of southern pine.

Since 1940, the major characteristic of Bean tradition has been solid growth in the lumber industry. Hard work, old style integrity and dedication to quality has enabled us to develop the manufacturing muscle to make sure the southern pine you buy scores a quality knockout with your customers.

Our two sawmills, three pressure treating cylinders, a deck accessories shop and dry kilns for KDAI ensure the products you receive from Curt Bean Lumber Company are of the highest quality.

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David Jones has been appointed technical services mgr. for Chemical Specialties, Inc., Charlotte. N.C.

Tim Milligan is a new project consultant at Building Producrs Plus, Houston, Tx.

Ron Fussell has been appointed inventory control mgr. of Craig Building Supply, Athens, Al.

Kevin Rooney is a new engineered wood products sales rep at Willamette lndustries' Southern regional office, Ruston, La. Alan Barnes, ex-Southem Resins, is new to Chester. S.C.

Tim Vordenbaum is now in charge of deliveries at E.L. Spencer Lumber Co., Auburn, Al. Jeremy Thomas is responsible for windows and doors, and Alice Chambliss, office mgr., is celebrating her 35th anniversary.

Abe Kaplan has been appointed chief financial officer and executive v.p. of Network Forest Products, Miami. Fl.

Mike Parli, ex-TruServ Corp., is now purchasing spruce lumber for 7-D Wholesale, Largo, Fl.

Everett Parker, Southeast regional mgr., will direct start-up operations for Ace Hardware Corp.'s new Loxley, Al., retail support center. Others appointed: Ron McClinton, general mgr.; Joe Bolda, distribution center mgr.; Kim Volpe, Donnie Newsome and Dave Webb, warehouse mgrs,, and Louis Miller, human resources director and staff development mgr. The 800,000 sq. ft. facility will open in September.

Jim Ragsdale has been appointed mgr. of Swift Supply, Inc., Andalusia, Al.

Stephen Geistweidt has been appoinred sales mgr.-distribution center, Alamo Forest Products, Inc., San Antonio, Tx. Cheryl McDaniel and Mark Pace are new to sales in, respectively, Abilene and Tyler, Tx.

David Rizk has become a full partner of Millwork Sales Associates, Duluth, Ga., after one year. He oversees Ga., Al.. and Tn.

Steve Burrell, Charlotte, N.C., has been named national sales mgr. for Woodgrain Millwork, Inc.

Reyman Midence is store mgr. and Andrea Laurent co-mgr. of the new Home Depot in Tupelo, Ms. Mario Garza is store mgr. with Ryan Richardson co-mgr. in Harlingen, Tx., and Kevin Leitz store mgr. with Tom Gurley co-mgr. in Richardson, Tx.

R. Allen Paddock, ex-GAF Materials Corp., has been appointed v.p., manufacturing at Celotex Corp., Tampa, Fl. Randy Zulager is now senior product mgr. for rigid foam insulation and premium asphalt shingle products.

Chris Burns, ex-Glidden Paint, is now in outside paint sales at Hometown Building Supply & Hardware, Ardmore, Al., overseeing Al., Ms., Tn., Ga., and Fl. Corey Vinig is new to inside paint sales.

Eric Gee has been promoted to director of state and environmental affairs for the Southern Forest Products Association. Kenner, La., succeeding April Lavender, who has been named executive director of the Georgia Industry Association.

Mike Figgins has been appointed v.p.operations, Central region at 84 Lumber, succeeding Bill Wallace, now v.p.-operations, westem region.

Charlie Rankin has been named gen. mgr. of Ace Hardware's paint division.

Dean Miller has been named marketing mgr. for product development for Universal Forest Products, Inc. Jennifer Steinhilber is mgr. of corporate communications.

Susan Renninger has been promoted to project specialist for Distribution Management Systems, Inc. Ed Pearce is a new software support analyst, and Joe Lengyel, senior support/installation analyst.

Dan Vincent has been named director of education at the North American Wholesale Lumber Association.

Frank Chambers has been named executive v.p.-professional business development for Payless Cashways. Clifford Caldwell is v.p.-professional builder operations; Dennis Smith, divisional merchandise mgr. for ecommerce; John Cramer, e-commerce national accounts mgr.; Lewis Logan, e-commerce logistics director, and David Krumbholz, senior v.p.store operations.

Marilyn LeMoine has been promoted to director of market communications for APA-The Engineered Wood Association. Bill Wachtler is now strategic planning & programs mgr. Darren Harris has resigned after four years as APA public relations mgr. to become v.p. of ishow.com, an Intemet broadcast firm. Hardie Eubanks, APA training & trademark coordinator, and Peter Cuff, special assignment auditor, have earned quality auditor certification from the American Society for Quality.

Peter Dempsey, v.p. of marketing, JeldWen. Inc.. has been elected chairman of the Window & Door Manufacturers Association, succeeding Phil Bishop. Kurt Heikkila, Andersen Corp., and Linda Semling, Semling-Menke Co., were elected vice chairman and treasurer, respectively, and Rick Liddell, V-T Industries, was re-elected vice chairman, door division. New directors: Jerry Mannigel, door division, Weyerhaeuser Co.; Bob Ractliffe, PlyGem Industries, and Jake Marvin, Marvin Windows.

Dr. Urs Buehlmann has been appointed assistant professor and wood products extension specialist at the Department of Wood and Paper Science at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, N.C.

Carol Hammond, engineered wood supervisor, Smith-Phillips Lumber & Building Supply, Winston-Salem, N.C., received the Trus Joist TJ-Xpert Top Gun Award for 4th quarter 1999, according to Mickey W. Boles, president and ceo.

Arthur "Art" Graefen is new to sales at Rudy Hunger Sales Co., Rowlett, Tx., covering Ok., Northern and Central La., and Northeast Tx.

Eddie N. Moore, Jr., president, Virginia State University, has been named to the board of Universal Corporation, Richmond, Va.

Richard K. Maidens, ex-Southdown, Inc., has been named director of safety and risk management for U.S. Concrete, Inc., Houston, Tx.

George Mosinski, ex-Seeco Products Corp., has been named mgr.-fabrication and assembly manufacturing department, for Clayton Corp./ Convenience Products.

Kent Bathurst has been promoted to v.p. of manufacturing for Universal Forest Products, Inc. Matt Gilbert is now mgr. of financial reporting.

Ralph Bolton, former National Hardwood Lumber Association inspector and inspection school director who died of cancer Dec. 30 (see March, p. 34),had a tree planted in his honor at NHLA headquarters in Memphis, Tn.

Travis Garland Blair, Lowe's Cos., Lexington, Ky., wed Marla Kristine Aldridge Sept. l8 in Lexington.

Shea Kim Downe is now in charge of collections at Mungus-Fungus Forest Products, Climax, Nv., report owners Hugh Mungus and Freddy Fungus.

We treasure our most important assets: our customers.

Pacific Forest Products' rapid growth and success can be attributed to our commitment to providing customers with Honesty, Reliability and Quality Service. From warehouses in Miami. Fl.. and Birmingham, Al., we distribute softwoods and hardwoods, including Southem Yellow Pine Lumber, Plywood, Hem-Fir, Spruce Products, Millwork, and Doors-from coast to coast. We are agents for many European and South American companies for pine and hardwood.

Our Hardware Division in Miami offers a wide range of brand name lines such as Moen, Liasco, Price Pfister, Elkay, Dewalt, Black & Decker, American Tool, Seagull Lighting, Sylvania, Eagle, Kwikset- Leviton. and others. Come visit our new showroom!

Higher Bid For Cameron Ashley

The management-led investment group has raised its offer to buy Cameron Ashley Building Products, Dallas, Tx., by more than 2O7o to $18.25 a share, or more than $345 million.

The group increased its initial bid after receiving unsolicited offers from distributor Bradco Supply and manufacturer/wholesaler Guardian Industries (see March, p. 20). While weighing Guardian's offer, the 165-unit distributor was accused by some shareholders of unfairly favoring the first bidders, among them about 30 senior managers.

OFFICIALS from Ace Hardware and Butler Construction oathered recently on a wetland site adjacent to the new Ace Hardware reiail support center in Loxley, Al., to

accept the Weeks Bay Watershed Project's Partner for Clean WaterAward. Holding the award is Ace property administrator Dirk DeYoung.

It s what oLrr cLrstorrers demand, and it's what i'^re deliver. For the better part of a century W llamette Industries has met the needs of distrrbutors one day at a time. one order at a time. Quality manu' factLrring and consistent supply are the foundation of this commitment to our customers, You carr count on Wrllamette for high-value engineered lvood prodLicts lumber, plywood,0SB. l\,lDF. particleboard, and hardlvood engrneered panels

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What began as a regional device for quickly identifying properly treated wood may soon be used across the country.

Everyone's Ghecking Out New Tleated Wood Program reffi!'@t @@

Last year, the Western Wood Preservers Institute introduced the CheckMark quality assurance identification program for treated wood products.

The mark would help industry professionals easily recognize and distinguish treated products under the American Lumber Standard Committee treated wood quality assurance program. In order to comply with the Uniform Building Code, treated wood must be marked by an ALSC accredited agency.

Since the program's introduction, enthusiasm has been building fast. All five AlSC-accredited agencies in the West-Bode Inspection, Califomia Lumber Inspection Service,

AFTER BEING quic*ly inmrporated on tags from the five grading agencies in the West, the Western Wood Preseruers lnstilute's CheckMark is now being adopled by groups across the country.

Canadian Softwood Inspection, McCutchan Inspection and Timber Products-immediately signed up to use the logo. Since then, the Southern Pine Inspection Bureau and Florida Lumber Inspection Service have also requested use of the mark. What was intended to be a western only program rapidly turned into a national effort.

WWPI predicts that this year potentially all treated wood intended for structural applications could cany the mark.

"The reason for its rapid acceptance was an urgent need for it," said

Jerry Parks, director of marketing services for WWPI.

Before the CheckMark, code officials were confused about what to look for on treated wood. Since each agency has its own unique mark, and because their marks are located in different positions within the stamps or tags, they were not easy to recognize or find.

"Now, it's simple," explained Parks. "Just look for the CheckMark icon and the agency's mark is right next to it."

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USG Flies While Stock Flounders

Despite recent record sales and profits, Sheetrock producer USG Corp. was ranked the Worst lO-Year Stock Performer by the Wall Street Journal's Shareholder Scoreboard.

From December 1989 to December 1999, USG posted an average annual compound total return of negative l4.4%o, placing it last among the 649 Scoreboard firms with lGyear performance histories. Shareholders who invested $1,000 in USG at the end of 1989 now would hold about $212 in stock.

Since emerging from bankruptcy six years ago, though, USG has paid down $l billion in debt, boosted profits fourfold, and is increasing sales l57o annually. Last year's wallboard shortage helped USG record net income of $421 million, up277o from 1998.

Yet investon expect a slowdown in new home construction will hinder future earnings, especially with the drywall shortage ending and USG continuing to add new $100 million plants. Two facilities opened last year and three more will be completed over the next 12 months, each to produce twice as much drywall as an old plant, but at half the cost.

USG's ranking on the list also reflects that its stock continued to trade through the bankruptcy, brought on in part by having to pay $l million in interest a day on a crushing $2.5 billion debt.

Other firms on the Worst Performing Lists included Owens Corning (#12 over the last l0 years, #14 over five years, #18 over three years), Louisiana-Pacific (#10 over five years), and Armstron g $2a over three years).

The only industry firm on the Best Performing List was Home Depot (#25 over l0 years).

We don't make a lot of noise about NASCOR- engineered floor joists. Let's just say they're strongel straighter; lighter and dimensronally truer than any conventional 2x'10 joist you've ever seen. They're also alot quieter. Which makes NASCOR* the strongest, quietest floor joists you've ever heard.

Imagine your customer finding out, after he moved into his new home, that for a minimal cost, he could've had roof decking and wall sheathing that not only would've kepr his home more comfortable, but also would've cut his cooling bills as much as 25o/o? You'd be hot under the collar, too. And do you know who your customer would be hot under the collar at? You. The builder. To ensure that you don't receive any unpleasant phone calls, or damage to your reputation, just tell your prospective homebuyers about the energy saving product called SOIAR BOARD'Radiant Barrier Sheathing, made by International Paper. It's laminated with polished aluminum that refects up to 97o/o of. radiant heat from the sun, which keeps attics 20-30o cooler, which reduces energv costs to cool a home bv as much as 25olo! And in Winter, SOfAR BOARD helps hold heat in a house as well. Your customers will be grateful to you for as long as they own their home. However, if you've akeady sold homes without SOIAR BOARD, pray those homeowners don't find out it costs only a few dollars more per sheet than regular sheathing. It won't take them long to figure out that SOIAR BOARD would've paid for itself very quickly and, after that, would've put the energy salrngs into their pockets month after month, for years to come. That makes people real upset. For complete information about SOIAR BOARD and the name of the wholesaler nearest you, just call us at 1-800-527-5907. You'll see for yourself, the only thing SOIAR BOARD heats up is your sales.

Lowe's Bomber Sentenced

An electronics repairman who earlier had pleaded guilty to five charges relating to bombings at Lowe's stores in North Carolina has been sentenced to 40 years in prison (see Jan., p.25).

George Matos Rocha,5l, confessed in December to planting pipe bombs that exploded Sept. 22, 1999 at stores in Salisbury and Asheboro and an undetonated device Sept. 28 in Concord.

Rocha also admitted to mailing threats to the firm's North Wilkesboro, N.C., headquarters in which he demanded $250,000 to stop the bombing. His motive reportedly was revenge for his earlier arrest for switching price tags at Lowe's of Greensboro.

Sears & AOL Form Alliance

Sears and America Online have agreed to market each other's products and services.

As the retailer's prefened service provider, AOL will issue a new cobranded software edition with special offers and links to sears.com, which sells tools, appliances, lawn and garden equipment and other products.

In turn, Sears will promote AOL's products and services in its stores and in its media advertising, the latter, pro-

viding special offers to the service provider's subscribers.

The firms will create online home improvement content that will enable consumers to communicate with Sears' customer service in real time.

Annual Wholesalers' Meeting

A full roster of educational programs, activities and the like will be held during North American Wholesale Lumber Association's l08th annual meeting April29-May 2 at the La Costa Resort and Spa, Carlsbad. Ca.

An 8:30 a.m. board meeting starts things off Saturday, April 29, the day's sole event.

Sunday's events include a business breakfast, brunch, silent auction, golf tournament. and a Manufacturers Council advisory committee meeting.

The general session and keynote address begin at l:00 p.m., including presentation of the Mulrooney Award. Jim Livermore, NAWLA chairman, will moderate an educational program panel discussion afterwards, followed by a welcoming party.

Monday begins with a 5K run/walk, followed by a spouse tour of the Birch Aquarium and lunch at nearby Azul Restaurant. Concunently, wholesalers

and suppliers can rub elbows during an informal contact session, and then participate in a mixed doubles tennis tournament prior to happy hour.

The concluding day has two meetings, a men's golf tournament, a beauty and makeup demonstration, plus the Chairman's reception and banquet.

Among the educational programs are J. Michael Marks' "Catching the ECommerce Wave," on Web-based ecommerce practices; Bruce Anderson's "Wood Is Good-The Pro-Wood Initiative," and Robert Glowinski's "New Market Opportunities in Commercial Construction," a symposium on international building codes.

Slow Boat To China, Beware

New trade policies for exporting to China state that all U.S. goods must have proper packing material certification, or risk being destroyed.

However, recognizing the need for flexibility, China said non-compliant shipments will be quarantined at the exporter's expense for up to 60 days while awaiting proper certification.

Local agencies have been given jurisdiction to assess fines for noncompliant companies that fail to present the proper certification within a reasonable period of time.

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Awning Up To lt

Retractable deck and patio awnings for d-i-y installation are available from The Chamberlain Group, Inc.

Shady Cove awnings feature durable woven acrylic fabric in l4 colors that reportedly provide 987o protection from UV rays.

Don't Stair, Give'em A Hand

Trinity Vinyl Products has introduced vinyl handrail and stair rails that reportedly never require painting and maintain a "like new" appearance for years.

The products' aluminum support channels provide strength to meet or

Casement Windows

Vinyl and composite vinyl casement windows that can be stained or painted are new from CertainTeed.

The pro- duct's slim profile and large glass area offer improved sight lines and a special hinge allows the window to open 90' for easy cleaning.

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Every Little Bit Helps

Solid carbide spiral router bits that are precision ground to high tolerances reportedly to produce an excellent cutting edge are available from Charles G.G. Schmidt & Co.

Bits come in upcut, downcut and compression styles.

Solid carbide bits for template cutting machines also are available.

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exceed national buildins codes and come in four different styles and three colors.

The company also manufactures 19 different styles of vinyl fence and a vinyl deck system and all products come with a lifetime warranty.

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Flush With Pride

Hunter Plumbins Products has introduced a replaceirent toilet flapper that reportedly fits all standard tanks, including 1.6-gallon models.

Model 525P Durable Gray Flapper fits plastic flush valves in all conventional toilets. A two-year warrantycovers materials and workmanship.

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In Underlayment's Terms

A granular-surfaced, self-adhered roofing underlayment for use under traditional roof coverinss is new from Grace Construction ProIucts.

The product can be motorized to operate by push button or with a hand wand.

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Oh, Heck-Stain That Deck!

A water-based stain for outdoor decks and furniture is new from Vianova Resins Inc.

Archadeck Professional Grade Sealer reportedly forms a protective coating that penetrates deeply into the wood, helping to maintain the natural beauty of decks and outdoor furniture.

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Floor lt!

Two laminate flooring products are new from Consoleum.

Vycor

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Evermore and Omega come in 30 styles with l0- or 20-year warranties against wear, stains and fading. Each plank measures 50.6" x7.7".

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Basik reportedly protects roofs from wind-driven rain and strong storms and comes in 150 sq. ft. rolls with dimensions of 50' x 36".

Wood You Side With Me?

Engineered wood siding and exterior trim that reportedly looks and feels like real wood is new from Collins Products LLC.

Credit memos can now be faxed, just like invoices, saving postage and labor expenses. A Tele-marketing Locator allows credit managers to take responsibility for their own files and stay on top of each account.

Other changes allow purchase orders to be validated across company branches to avoid duplication and data can now be searched by size as well as by item description.

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Make The Gut

Wass Tools Ltd. has introduced a new tool for trimming wallpaper and other materials. Papercut has a 90" cutting guide for perfect, even cuts.

TruWood is made from timber byproducts, including tree branches and reclaimed wood.

The product comes in 60 styles, including I/2" andT/16" lap, panel and shake siding options and features a mildewcide treated primer that inhibits fungus and mildew growth.

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Caulk Of The Walk

Polymer-based grout and acrylic latex caulk that match and blend with natural stone are new from TEC Specialty Products, Inc.

AccuColor sanded and unsanded grout meets ANSI A118.6 strength specifications and comes in 9.75-lb. cartons and 25-lb. bags.

The water-based acrylic latex version is available in sanded and smooth textures in 10.5-oz. cartridges and 5.5-oz. squeeze tubes.

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Get Wind Of This

Reynolds Building Products has introduced vinyl siding that reportedly provides excellent wind resistance.

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Seal The Deal

An all-weather, elastomeric quadpolymer-compound sealant said to remain permanently flexible to stop leaks and seal joints while preventing rust is n ew from OSI Sealants.

No Streaking Windows Here!

Streak free window cleaning is reportedly effortless with a new product by Wyndow-Tech.

Just apply a small solution of Bucket in a Bottle to the scrubber, wash the window or mirror and squeegee off.

No buckets or towels are required.

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HVAC Duct Straps

Nylon duct straps that provide a 200 lb. average loop tensile strength to prevent breakage when tightened securely are available from Nelco Products, Inc.

Ductmaster duct straps are molded from type 6/6 nylon and come in 24", 36" and 48" lengths.

The product is available in natural, gray or UV-resistant black and packaged 50 per bag or 500 per case.

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Quad Brush Grade Sealant adheres without primer to wood, brick, galvanized metal, aluminum, steel, concrete, stone, masonry, stucco, fiberglass, ABS, PVC, and most plastics. It comes in gallon and quart cans.

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Bodyguards For Sheathing

Sto has introduced Gold Guard, a line of waterproof coating and flexible joint compound products.

on ony New ProdlJ(t

Grand Junction is available in D/4 and D/5 Dutch Panels in 12 colors.

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Upgraded Industry Software

Distribution Management Systems, Inc. has upgraded software to include nearly 60 features and thousands of hours of enhanced programming.

is ovoiloble by circling the corresponding Reoder Service number opposite the inside bock cover ond sending the form to New Products Editor, FAX to 949-852-0231, by E-moil to ddelvol@ioc.net, by moil to 4500 Compus Dr., Suite 480, Newport Beoch, h.92660, or by colling (e4e) 8s2-r eeo.

Non-toxic, trowel-applied

Gold

Fill can be used to fill sheathing joints and rough openings.

Roller-applied Gold Coat protects OSB, plywood, gypsum and glassbased boards during and after construction.

In addition to increased moisture intrusion protection, barrier EIFS can be applied directly over the products.

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Underwater Tile Repair

Custom Building Products has introduced a mortar for replacing old or broken concrete or masonry tiles underwater. without drainage.

Underwater Tile Repair also can be used on ceramic, mosaic, porcelain, quarry, cement, pre-cast terrazzo and natural stone tiles.

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Cedar Grain Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding with a cedar embossed pattern is new Norandex Buildins Products.

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Worn Siding Repair

Acrylic exterior coatings for restoring worn and weathered siding are available from Duron Paints.

Great Barrier's D/4 and D/5 Dutch panels have 3/4" projection.

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Need A Lift?

Drexel Industries's new electric lift truck reportedly holds up to 4,000 lbs. SLF 4-wheeler operates in aisles up to 66".

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Siding in a Can resists cracking, fading, chalking, blistering and mildew while maintaining its look for years without fading, yellowing or losing sheen.

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Every Little Bit Helps

Solid carbide spiral router bits that reportedly produce an excellent cutting edge are available from Charles G.G. Schmidt & Co. Bits come in upcut, downcut and compression styles.

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Aboveboard Anchors

Hilti has replaced its conical plastic screw anchor with ribbed ones. Hud- | and Hud-L come in various sizes and are made from a high-grade nylon material.

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Hired or promoted anyone lately? Done any remodeling? If so, let us know via fax: 949-852-O231.

Shake Up Those Shingles

CertainTeed has introduced two new Cedar Impressions roofing styles reportedly with the authentic details ofnatural cedar shakes and shingles.

Hand-Split Shakes feature the coarse texture of real cedar models, while Narrow Sawn Shingles resemble the subtle finish of their milled wood counterparts.

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What's Your Angle?

A 4-l/2 angle grinder for right- or left-handed users is new from Ryobi.

Model SGL I150 has a 6.6 amp motor that runs at 11,000 rpm.

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Trim Dandy

Dentil trim for aluminum, vinyl, stucco, wood and other siding materials is new from Builders Edge. The product comes in 4' sections.

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Dealers Welcome

I Adoor You

ODL has a new line of doorlites, sidelites, transoms and decorative windows.

Expressions come in 14 shapes and sizes, including large decorative glass windows, arched transoms, and oval and double door lights.

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I Screws ptovide lowet profile than standatd through bolts.

I Less wood lemoved; maintain more wood closs secti0n.

I Over 400% greatel uplitt loads than conventional column caPs.

For more information, call 800-999-5099.

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to lift 3,000Ibs. A must for any operation where partial bundles are required.

FOR USE WITH Hardwood lumber, dimension lumber. sheathing plywood, anv material where a finished surface is not required.

Giants Team Up On E-Marketplace

International Paper, Georgia-Pacific and Weyerhaeuser arc jointly developing a global business-to-business online marketplace to buy and sell paper and forest products.

The paper and forest products industry leaders believe that a joint electronic marketplace will benefit customers by simplifying transaction processes, improving information flow and increasing speed of delivery, thereby reducing costs. They hope it serves as a foundation for common industry standards to simplify and accelerate industrywide adoption of electronic commerce.

Providing both procurement and sales functions means the online marketplace could enable participants to streamline purchasing operations, reduce inventories, cut internal

costs and increase capital efficiency in the industry.

The business will operate as an independent entity with its own board of directors and management team. Initially, the three founding companies will hold equal equity positions, but expect additional partners to join. Based on its success, the companies eventually may take the business public. They are searching for a chief executive officer for the new operation and are assessing potential technology partners.

The steering committee includes IP executives Marianne M. Parrs and John N. Balboni, G-P's David J. parerson and Robert A. Renner, and Weyerhaeuser's Mack L. Hogans and Darien E. Roseen. Morgan Stanley Dean Witter will provide fi nancial consulting services.

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Right Frame Of Mind

A 28-p., full color post-frame construction guide is $2.50 from the Southem Pine Council, Box 641700, Kenner, La. 70064:6OD 443-4464.

Garden Party

An 8-p., full color catalog of garden and landscaping tools is free from V&B Manufacturing Co., Box 268, Walnut Ridge, Ar. 72476; (800) 443-1987.

Y2K LVL Guide ls A Ok

A Struclam laminated veneer lumber design guide is free from Willamette Industries, Inc., 1300 SW Fifth Ave., Portland, Or. 97 201; (503) 227 -5581.

Matching Siding & Sealants

The updated Color Cross Reference Index and Color Matching System-Color Sector are free from OSI Sealants. Inc.. 7405 Production Dr., Mentor, Oh. 44060.

Glassy-eyed Doors

A "Decorative Glass Doors" brochure is free from Benchmark, Box 7387, Fredericksburg, Y a., 22404; (800) 755-3667.

Trim & Proper

A 4-p., full-color brochure of urethane decorative trim products is free from Style-Mark, Inc., 960 W. Barre Rd., Archbold, Oh. 43502; (800) 446-3040.

Ex-siding Videos

A pair of videos, "Guide to Siding Application" and "Maintenance Tips for Homeowners,"are $2.50 each from Masonite Corp., (312) 750-0900.

Simply Adoorable

A brochure on composite doors is free from Premdor Corp., (800) 663-3667.

21st Century Forest Products

The 240-p. book Maximifing Forest Product Resources for the 2l st Century is $49 from Miller Freeman, 6600 Silacci Way, Gilroy, Ca.95020; (800) 848-5594.

Wood Windows GD-Rom

A CD-Rom with specifications for aluminum clad wood and primed wood windows and patio doors is available from Hurd Millwork Co., 575 S. Whelen Ave., Medford, Wi. 5445 I ; (7 15) 7 48-2011.

Siding's Brave New World

Picture Perfect, a computer software program to coordinate exterior siding and accessories, is available from Reynolds Building Products, 8450 S. Bedford Rd., Macedonia, Oh. 44056; (800) 528-0942.

What's What Of Hardwood

"Guide to American Hardwood Species" is free from the Hardwood Manufacturers Association, 400 Penn Center Blvd., #530, Pittsburgh,Pa. 15235; (800) 373-9663.

Elegant Entries

A 48-p. full color brochure on the Visions 2000 entry doors is free from Weather Shield Mfg., Inc., Box 309, Medford, Wi. 5445 I ; ('7 | 5) 7 48-2100.

Pallets Go Green

A full color "Pallets and the Environment" brochure is free from the National Wooden Pallet & Container Association, 1800 N. Kent St., #911, Arlington, Y a. 22209; (7 03) 527 -7 667

Flex & Bend To Amend

A Timberflex bendable substrates brochure is free from Interior Products, 2630 Sidney Lanier Dr., Brunswick, Ga. 31525; (800) 637-3539.

Hardware Found Here

A catalog of tools, laminating materials, hinges and other hardware items is available from Custom Service Hardware. Inc., (800) 882-0009.

Concrete Evidence On Tape

A video on insulating concrete formbuilt houses is $4.95 from Portland Cement Association, 5420 Old Orchard Rd., Skokie, Il.6OO77; (800) 868-6733.

Just The (Forest) Facts

The 1999 Forest Resource Fact Book is 750 from the National Hardwood Lumber Association, Box 34518, Memphis, Tn. 38184; (901) 377-1818.

Crowns Fit For A King

"Working On-Site with Hardwood Millwork," a crown moulding design guide, is free from the Hardwood Council, Box 525, Oakmont, Pa. 15139; (412) 2814980.

A Fencing We Will Go

A full color brochure of over 30 fence styles is free from Country Estate Fence Co., Inc., (800) 286-0999.

Deck Soup

A brochure on Iron Woods hardwoods for exterior decking is free from Timber Holdings, Ltd., (414) 445-8989.

The Hardwood Line

A l2-p. hardwood products catalog is free from Bostik Inc., (8OO)'726-7845.

Paint Your Wagon

A catalog of paint products is free from Hodge Manufacturing, 55 Fisk Ave., Springfield, Ma. 01 107; (800) 262-4634.

Extra Sensory Protection

A 4-p. brochure ofprotective eye wear. hearing, head and respiratory protection products is free from MSA Safety Works, Box 426, Pittsburgh, Pa. 15230; (800) 969-7562.

An Uplifting Experience

An 8-p. brochure on the G3 Series lift trucks is free from Daewoo, 4350 Renaissance Pkwy., Warrensville Heights, Oh. 44128: (216) 595-r2r2.

That's Entertainment

A 4-p., full color entertainment center guide is free from KraftMaid Cabinetry, 1422 Eu.clid Ave., #239, Cleveland, Oh. 441 l5; (800) 57r-1990.

House Of Wax

"Wood Beautiful," a 36-p. color magazine about d-i-y wood finishing projects, is free from Minwax Products. Box 1025. Grand Rapids, Mi. 55745.

Injured Shopper Suing Lowe's

A man is suing Lowe's Cos., claiming he was injured in the Spartanburg, S.C., store almost three years ago.

According to the suit, Joe Ed Littlejohn was shopping in Lowe's on June 4, 1997, when he was forced to walk around a forklift that was blocking an aisle. In doing so, he allegedly walked under a delivery door which closed on his head, causing him painful and permanent injuries.

The suit is seeking actual and punitive damages and contends the store is negligent for safety-related reasons.

Stains for Prcssurc Trcated Lumber

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Staining treated wood increases sales and margins

Eco Chemical manulactures waterborne stains for some of the largest wood preserving companies in the U.5. and Canada. [co PTIwaterborne stain was designed to meet the hanh challenges of the 0il'lwood preserver, while at the same time providing a product m0re attractive t0 the customer.

Why use Eco PTL Stain?

. Compatible with ICA treatments manufactured by such companies as Osmose, Ctl, Hickson and Timber Specialties.

. fasy t0 applyjre 0r post CCA treatment-in high*peed production line applications.

. Colon customixed t0 your requirements.

. Responsive technical support.

. fxcellent co]or retention.

. Dries fast.

Great adhesion.

' Concentrated to reduce shipping cost. ltickering not required.

Why use Eco waterborne coatings?

l{on-flammable

. Low odor, virtually no fumes.

. Cleans up with Water

. Environmentally friendly.

. Safer for worken

. VOC compliant.

. Easy to use.

Dealers, ask your treater for this product!

Carl C. Gates, 97, retired wholesale lumber broker, Dobbins Forest Products, Birmingham, Al., died March 2.

A native of Madison, Al., and a former government lumber inspector, he was honored last year for being the oldest man in the industry (see April 1999, p. 30).

He worked for Dobbins Forest Products for over a halfcentury before retiring in 1999, and reportedly had not taken a vacation in over 60 years.

James Greeley McGowin, 1I,72, retired vice president and general manager of woodlands and building products for Union Camp Corp., Chapman, Al., and current chairman of the American Lumber Standard Committee, died after a brief illness Feb. l8 at his residence in Chapman.

He was a graduate of Princeton University and Pembroke College, Oxford, England.

A longtime employee of the family business, W.T. Smith Lumber Co., Chapman, he remained with the firm after its 1966 sale to Union Camp, becoming v.p. and general mgr.-woodlands & building products, until his retirement in 1991. The firm has since been acquired by International Paper.

He was a board member and former vice chairman of the Southern Pine Inspection Bureau, a member of the Tax Sub-Committee of the American Forest and Paper Association, and a board member of the Forest Industries Council of Taxation.

Jack W. Lodge, Jr., 87, founder of Lodge Lumber Co., Inc., Houston, Tx., died of cancer Feb 1 1.

A native of Houston and member of the Lumberman's Association of Texas, he served in the U.S. Army Air Corps for five years during WW II and founded Lodge Lumber in 1944.

Robert E. Canton. 73. retired chairman of Canton Lumber Co. and former chairman of the North American Wholesale Lumber Association, died from emphysema and pneumonia March 9 in Panama.

A graduate of the University of Minnesota, he served in the Army during WW II and worked for Canton Lumber, Minneapolis, Mn., for 40 years, before retiring in 1988. He was named Twin Cities Hoo-Hoo Club Lumberman of the Year in 1972.

James H. Carr, Jr., 85, former ceo of the American Lumber Standard Committee, Inc., and retired owner, James H. Carr. Inc.. died after a stroke Feb. 17 in Wilmington, De.

A native of Hopedale, Ma., and graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he started working for Timber Engineering Co., Washington, D.C., in 1936. He ran Washington, D.C.-based James H. Carr, Inc., from 1949 until his retirement in 1977 and served as secretary and ceo of ALSC through 1965.

PaU LOpe, a Brazilian hardwood offering incomparable streng$, natural weather resistance and beauty. Thetropical hardwood is 400o/o stronger than pine and several times harder than domestic hardwoods. Despite its high density, hardness and weight, Pau Lope is not difficult to work with and is suitable for any outdoor or indoor project.

Pau Lope doesn't absorb moisture like sottwoods, nor tend to splinter, crack or cup. lt needs no preservatives or water repellents, and is covered under a 2S-year limited warranty against rot, decay and termite damage.

TOPS IN WOODSIDING NAI].S

Maze Stormguardo "Split-Less" and "SLIM-J|M@' Stainless Steel nails provide the most trustworthy combination in the industry. Both have blunt points and slender shanks for driving closeto board edges without splitting lt/ood.

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Ggorgia-Padfic..............,.....(800) 866-1414 (205) 23$0256

Gnaysm Lumber C0rp.............-......-..-......../.2561 82-3227

Great Southem Wood Pr8serving..................(800) 6397539

Gull Lumber Co., lnc......................................(334) 457€872

McEw€n Lumber Co .......(3u\ 432-2322

Mcshan Lumberco .......(2051375'6277

Mead Southem Wmd Pr0ducls.....................(800) 273-6597

Pacilic Forest Products.......(800) 73G633O (205) 682-7550

Sanford Resources (TdfitJoist).......................(205) 695-7128

Stringfellow Lumber Co., Inc..........................(800) 825-9400

Walkor.Williams Lumber Co...........................(800) 727-9007

Weyefiaeussr C0...............(800) 541-4825 (256) 381-3550

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Anthony Forest Products Co..........................(800) 221-2326

Boan Lumber Co., Curl ......(800) 232-2326 (800) 182-2352

Deltic llmber Cop. .......(870) 881-6414

Hoover Treated WM Products.....................(800) 832-9663

Lewis Lumber & Manufactudng Co................(870) 387-2884

Weyerhaeuser Co. ........(800) 64$1515 white Rivsr Hardvroo6 ..(800) 558-0119

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Alpine ErEineered Producls...........................(954) 781-3335

McEvYsn Lumber Co.

McEwsn Lufibg|Co.

McEwon Lumbor Co.

Pacilb FoBsl Produc{s 845{224 (877) 9s5-9663

Precblon Arditoc{ural Produc{s, Inc. ............(888} 96S3777

Robbins Mlg. (Ft. Myors) ...(800) 33G2219 (941) 334-2219

Robbins Mlg. (odando) ......(8m) 42-8858 (404 4$0321

Robbins Mlg. (Tampa) ........(8O0) 282-$36 (813) 971-3030

Southeastem Motals Mlg. Co........................(904) 757-4200

Southem Pine Inspeclion Bursau...................(904) 434-2611

Southem Pino Tmber Prodrcls.....................(800) 22$7463

Southem Wre Cloh Co......(800) 345-6589 (305) 688'2572

Weyefi aeuser BMD (Jac*sotwille)................(800) 342-5955 (904) 78$2@7

Weyerhaeuser BMD (Pompano Beach).........(800) 4324655 (954) 946-s111

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Barker Group, Tho. ........(800) Z1-5173

Burt Lumber C,0...... ........(706) 678'.|531

Goorgia Lumber Co ........(800) 99t8627

Goorgia-Padlic....................(r/0) 95$7000 (800) 86S1414

Hic*son Coe. Udman)...................,............(770) 801 -6600

Hoover Treated Wood Producb.....................(800) 832'9663

Keadle Lumber Enteryis€s, lnc.....................(706) 647'8981

1angboard...........................(800) 8Ol-3730 (912) 26989€

Moultrie Manufactufing Co...............-............(800) 841'8674

OEnose.................. ........(n0\28-84u

Pacific Lurnber Co.. ......,.(770) S$8939

Rayonisr................. ........(912) 367.3671

Relco Forest Protuc{s (Langboard)...............(874 A}5264

universal Fore$ Producls...--...-----.-......(912) 98$8066

Weyefiaeuser C0.,.............(800) 282-3370 (404) 35s'5971

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Gfen Oak Lumber & Mi11in9....................,.......(800]1 242-8272

McErven Lumberco .......(502) 297-8321

WeyerhaeuserCo...............(800) 752€032 (502) 368'3331

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Elder Forest Producls .........(800) 25,6-71 97 (31 8) 625'81 41

Elder Lumber Co., Roy 0...............................(800) 844'0615

gder Wood Preserving.......(eoo) 467-8018 (318) 96+2196

Landry Lumber Sales, Richard ......................(3'|8) 442{453

Manin, Roy 0,........ ........(800) 299'5174

McElroy Metal, Inc...............(888) 562.3576 (318) 747'8(X5

Southem Gulf TruckinS .........,.--..-.--........(31 8) 222-8106

Southem Pino Counci|...................................(504) 44$4464

Wllamette Indusrries......................................(318) 255-6258

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Andonon-Tully Lumber Co. ...........................(601) 6293283

Cduflbus Lumb€r...............(800) 654{743 (601) 83}1990

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TALPX lnc., a lcading B2B e-comnrercc conrpany that operates the Internet Exchange for Lumber and Pancls in thc wood products nrarket, invites scasoncd industry professionals to join our growing organization in the role of Regional Sales Managcr. We have positions available across North America. Our preferred candidatc belisves ecommercc is thc future, has five (5) or more years experience in trading, buying or selling softwood lumbcr and panels and is willing to travel. Wc offsr a vcry compctitivc compensation package including salary and benefits.

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WANTED: Plywood/OSB strips, drops; sound, square, uniform, dry, thickness l/4 through 23132. Prcferrcd width, 3-1/2, 5-ll2or wider. Length 32 to 96 inches or longer. Mixed ortruckload. Send price and availability to FAX #901-682-8501, or mail to: Lumber Source, 4746 Spottswood, Memphis, Tn. 38 I 17. Phone (888) 576-8723 (LSOURCE).

REMANUFACTURING SPECIALIST. center match on I ", 2", 3'and 4" lumber. Other panerns including flooring, ceiling, log siding and more. Custom CCA treating. Custom KDAT. We manufacture Southem Yellow Pine lx4 and lx6 S4S and patterns. Call Billy Ryals, Laurel Lumber Co., Laurel, Ms., (601) 6497696: Fax 601 -428- l2l 4.

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