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Greener Kilns

Green-Dri dry kilns reportedly use less energy to dry wood faster than conventional kilns.

Developed in Japan, the kiln uses water channels in cell membranes to biologically remove the water from wood. Because the cell structure is not destroyed, wood dried in this way reportedly will last longer.

- Please visit www.egreenstone.com

Professional Fencing

Timberwolf Pro-Series FiberTech is designed to fence installers.

wood composite meet the needs of fencing from professional

The product is made from wood fibers, rather than wood flour, and needs no painting or staining. Pickets measure 6"wide by 6' tall, while posts are 4"x4".

A full range of components allows construction of any style of fence.

- Please call (888) 262-2070 or go online at www .t i m be rwo lfcompos i te s .co m

Cedar Composite

AERT's MoislureShield composite decking now includes a Juniper collection that uses organic cedar.

The water-resistant decking has a deep-grain texture for the look of wood but never needs staining, painting, or sealing to maintain its natural beauty.

It also does not need or contain mildewcides, insecticides, or coloring agents because it is made of natural cedar.

- Please call (866) 729-2378 or 8o online at www .moisture shie ld.com

Concrete Mix

Sakrete's 5000 Plus concrete mix is formulated for high-strength applications in slabs, walkways, and repairs. The product reportedly is also ideal for concrete countertops in kitchens and baths. Each 60 lb. bag requires only the addition of water.

- Please call (800) 738-1621 or visit www.sakrete.com

Sturdv Escape Route

Wellciaft Egress Systems from Tapco provide escape routes from basement livinq areas that even children can operate on their own.

Constructed of polyethylene with UV inhibitors, each window features a built-in stepladder and lightweight well cover.

Color choices include sandstone and granite gray.

- Please caU (888) 812-9545 or go online at www .w ellc raftw e ll s .c om holes, shear-type cutting blades, and Comfort Grip curved handles.

- Please call (800) 553-4676 or v i s it www.kle intoo I s.com

PVC Planks

Azek PVC porch planks provide a low-maintcnancc surfacc that rcDortedly resists stains. mold and mildew, and abrasion.

Available in brownstone and slate gray, the 1'x4' tongue-and-groove planks can be installed with traditional woodworking tools, yet are up to 4O7o lighter than wood composites.

- Please call (877) 275-2935 or visit www.azek.com

Extreme Railings

TimberTech now offers railins for its new line of XLM deckins.RadianceRail is consiructed of composite capped with a durable PVC layer in colors that mix and match with the decking. All are available in 6' and 8' kits with all components needed for straight, angled, and stair rail sections.

Additional items such as post caps, covers, and post skirts are available separately.

- Please visit www.timbertech.com

Bent-Nose Strippers

Three new bent-nose cable strippers from Klein Tools allow users io work more easily in confined spaces. Each tool features a black oxide finish, precision ground stripping

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WESTERN WOOD Products Association gathered western lumber wholesalers and producers to the Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort, Scottsdale, Az., for its March 8-1 1 annual meeting. (1) Butch Bernhardt, Lynn & Tom Hanneman. (2) Mark Porter, John Branstetler.

(3) Bonnie & Sherm Anderson. (4) Sean Tighe, Ariana Ahmadzadeh, John Rafleto. (5) Bob & Sharon Lewis. (6) Russ Vaagen, Jamie Trenter. (7) Jeff & Sandy Miller. (8) John Burnside, Mike

Phillips. (9) Mike & Gretchen O'Halloran. (10) Susan & Wade Mosby. (11) Bob Shepherd, Ken Caylor. (12) Jim & Linda Scharnhorst, Ted Roberts. (13) David Weza, Rick Kelly. (14) Steve & Jennifer Fetrow. (15) Wes Bush, Tom Shaffer. ('16) Tom & Edna Searles. (17) Kris & Steve Zika. (18) Jeff & Penne Setzer.

(More photos on next page & annual meeting coverage on page 28)

DESERT-BOUND WWPA attendees included (continued from previous page) (1) Wally

Von Valkenburg, George Emmerson. (2)

Mark Brinkmeyer, Duane Vaagen. (3) Karin Bruhn. (4) Eric Schooler, Dave Dickman. (5)

Casey Dean, Nancy & Mike Colgan. (6)

Kevin Binam, Greg Carter. (7) Bill White, Craig Larsen. (8) Laurie Creech, Susie Webber. (9) Stephanie & Kurt Blagen. (10)

Jim Vandegrift, Janna Fairley, Steve Dezwarte. (11) Joel Osterloh, Bob Mai. (12)

Russ Vaaoen. Pat Harris.

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DECK SHOW (continued from previous page) drew dealers. distributors. manufacturers and contractors to Orlando's Oranoe County Conventi6n

Cente r March 4-6. (1) Carol Lvnn Groce. Paul Mummrilo. (2| Mike Rydberg, Allen Ellis. (3) David Schiavi. Serqe Therrien. (4) Dar-n

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Weyco Selling Division To lP

Weyerhaeuser Co., Federal Way, Wa., has agreed to sell its containerboard packaging and recycling unit to International Paper Co. for $6 billion in cash.

The unit employs 14,300 at nine containerboard mills, 7 2 packaging locations, l0 specialty-packaging plants, four kraft bag/sack locations, and l9 recycling plants.

Weyco had been looking for a buyer for the division so it could pay down debt and concentrate on its timber, wood products, and real estate operations.

The deal is expected to close in the third quarter.

Deck Show Taps Neighbor

Starting next year, DeckExpo and the Remodeling Show will take place side-by-side, offering attendees and exhibitors increased opportunities to grow their businesses. While the two shows will take place simultaneously, each will keep its separate and unique identitiesincluding marketing, show-floor features, and conference programs. Location and show dates are still being planned and will be announced shortly.

Rates: $1.20 per word (25 word minimum) or, if contains artwork or oversized type, rate is by the column inch (2-l18 inches wide): $65 if we set the type, $55 if ad is fumished "camera-ready" (advertiser sets the type). Phone number counts as I word, address as 6 words. Headline or centered copy. $9 per line. Border, $9. Private box, $15. Send ad copy to ,1500 Campus Dr.. Ste.480, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660, Fax 949-852-023 |. dkoenig@building-products.com, or call (949) 852-1990. Make checks payable to Cutler Publishing. Deadline: l8th ofprevious month.

To reply to ads with private box numbers, send conespondence to The Merchant, c/o the box number shown. Names of advertisers usina a box number cannot be released.

Treated Lumber Salespersons

WANTED: West Coast wood treater looking for experienced salespersons with established customer base in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Califomia or Nevada. Salary plus commission, medical and dental benefits. Please send resume to Box 712, c/o The Merchant Magazine,4500 Campus Dr., Ste. 480, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660: Fax 949-852-0231 ; dkoenig@buildingproducts.com.

Experienced Lumber Trader

Wholesale lumber company looking for experienced trader with an established clientele. No mill base or customer restrictions. No relocation. 507o split for trader. Draw and expenses negotiable. Call Karen, Parker Trading, (503) 309-5056 or email kns.parker@parkertrading. net.

Sales Manager

Shamrock Building Materials is seriously looking for the right individual to head up the sales staff at our Sacramento distribution and reman facility. If you know the California and Nevada markets, and are willing to lead by example, this could be a financially rewarding position. We offer health and retirement benefits, and are anxious to make this venture successful. If this sounds interesting, give me a call or send your resume. Dave Gambee, president, (888)'742-6163; Shamrock Materials, P.O. Box 80128. Portland. Or. 97280.

Lumber Trader

We are a wholesale lumber company looking for an experienced trader. Any species. No restrictions on mills or customers. No relocation. ffiVo split for trader. Call John at Lakeside Lumber ^t (623) 566-7100 or email lakesidelumber@cox.net.

WELL ESTABLISHED Southern California wholesale distribution company is looking for a sales management trainee. Candidate must have a minimum of 5 years experience in wholesale distribution of lumber and panel products. Solid communication skills and product knowledge are a must. Salary is commensurate with experience. We also offer medical and 401/k retirement packages. If you are a salesperson who wants to make the move up to management, or are currently in management and want to make a change, contact us at Box 708, c/o The Merchant Magazine, 4500 Campus Dr., Ste. 480, Newport Beach, Ca. 92660; dkoenig@ building-products.com.

Richard R. "Dick" Hogan, 85, principle with Van Arsdale Harris Lumber Co., San Francisco, died Feb. 2l in Palo Alto, Ca.

After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, he graduated from Stanford University in 1948. He then went to work at Sonoma Wood Products in 1950. and later moved to Higgins Lumber. He became a principfe with Van Arsdale in l95l

He was also a retired captain in the U.S. Naval Reserve and a past president of the San Francisco Hoo-Hoo Club #9.

Tom C.W. Pray Jr., 82, founder of Inland Millwork, Spokane, Wa., died March 2 in Hayden, Id.

Mr. Pray served in France with the U.S. Army during World War II. After graduating from Carleton College in Northfield, Mn., he entered Weyerhaeuser's corporate training program and worked in Potlatch, Id., Snoqualmie Falls, Wa., St. Paul, Mn., and Rock Island,Il.

In 1950, he went to work for Metropolitan Lumber in Chicago, Il. He moved to Boise, Id., in 1965 to become sales manager of Meridian Wood Products. In 1978, he moved to Coeur d(Alene. Id.. and went to work for Louisiana-Pacific.

In 1983. he launched Inland Millwork, Spokane, Wa., selling the business in 1988.

Edmund F. "Pat" Cardin Jr.,95, founder of Pat's California Plywood, Emeryville, Ca., died Feb.26 in Lafayette, Ca..

Mr. Cardin graduated from the University of Washington, then he and his wife moved to Lafayette in 1941 . His company operated for 40 years, distributing wood products to lumberyards and builders.

Kenneth Brauner, 84, former sales manager for Giustina Bros. Lumber & Plywood, Eugene, Or., and an artist known for his forestry related scenes, died March 8 in Eugene.

Mr. Brauner was a life-long resident of Eugene, and attended the University of Oregon. During World

War II, he served in the U.S. Army in the South Pacific.

He worked at Giustina from 1965 to 1975. and became a full-time artist the next year. In recognition of his artistic contributions. he was awarded an honorary life membership in the Oregon Logging Conference. He was also active in the North American Wholesale Lumber Association. and served on an advisory board in the American Plywood Association.

Harold ((Giz" Garrison, 77, former owner of True Value Hardware. Esparto, Ca., died March 9 in Esparto. He owned the store for 15 years.

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LOS ANGELES AREA

Anfinson Lumber Sa|es......................,..,...,..,(800) 660-8680

Berkot Manufacturing C0,..............................(323)

Fontana Wholesale Lumber, Inc. ..................(909) 350-1214

Hampton Distributi0n.,...................................(949) 752-5910 lnland Timber C0.... ......(909) 783-0470

Kelleher Corp. (Ontario),....,.,........................(909) 635-1 560

Kelleher Corp. (Rancho Cucamonga)...........(909) 476-4040

Kelly-Wright Hardwoods,.,...,.,.,..,..................(714) 632'9930

North Pacific-So. Ca. Distribution,.................(800) 647-6747

OrePac Building Products.,.,.,.......................(909) 627-4043

Pacific Wood Preserving.....,....,.... ................(7 1 41 701-97 42

Parr Lumber C0...... ......(909) 627-0953

Jones Wholesale 1umber.......,.,....................(323) 567-1 301

Rio Tinto Minerals .....(661 ) 287-5400

Stepstone, Inc....,.......................,.,..,..,.,,.,.....(800) 572-9029

Swaner Hardwood,.. ,..,.(818) 953-5350

Toal Lumber C0...,.. (562) 945-3889

Weyerhaeuser Building |V|ateria|s,,.,..,..,.,......(877\ 235-6873

ORANGE COUNTY & INLAND EMPIRE

All-Coast Forest Products.....................,.,.....(909) 627-8551

Anfinson Lumber Sales.,...............................(951 ) 681-4707

Austin Hardwoods & Hardware ..................,..(71 4) 953-4000

Bear Forest Products.......,..(877) 369-2327 (951 \ 7 27 - 17 67

BMD (Riverside)..... ......(951) 341-0708

Boise (O.C.)...........,. ....,(714) 255-1949

Boise (Riverside) ................(800) 648-91 16 (909) 343-3000

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California Timberline, Inc,....,.........,...........,...(909) 591-481 1

C&E Lumber Co. .... ......(909) 624-2709

Capital LumberCo.. .....(909) 591-4861

Creatus Wood Products......(866) 974-0180 (909) 974-0180

Peterman Lumber C0................,...................(909) 357-7730

Redwood Empire.... .......(909) 296-961 1

Reel Lumber (Anaheim),.....(800) 675-7335 (71 4) 632-1 988

Reel Lumber Service (Riverside)..................(951) 781-0564

Regal Custom Millwork.......(71 4) 776-1 673 (71 4) 632-2488

Reliable Wholesale Lumber, Inc....................(800) 649'8859

Simpson Strong-Tie Co. ..,..(800) 999-5099 (714) 871-8373

Stone Castle TradinS,...,................................(909) 466-6300

Taiga Building Products.,..............................(800) 348-1400

Weber Plywood & lumber,.,.,....,...................(714) 259-1 100

Weyerhaeuser Building Materia|s..................(877) 235-6873

SAN DIEGO AREA

Anfinson Lumber Sa|es.,.,.....,.,.....................(61 9) 460-5017

Austin Hardwoods & Hardware,....,...............(858) 536-1800

BMD (Visalia) ...............(559) 625's050

Dixieline Lumber Co. ..........(800) 823-2533 (951 ) 786-91 77

Weyerhaeuser Building Materials............-.....(877) 235-6873

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ARCATA / EUREKA / FORTUNA

BMD..........,............. .....(707) 444-9666

California Redwood Co. ................,.,,....,....,..(707) 268-3000

BAKERSFIELD Pacific Wood Preserving of Bakersfield ,.......(661 ) 833-0429

CLOVERDALE

All-Coast Forest Products.........................,...(707\ 854-4281 Redwood Empire..... .....(707].854-4241

FOBT BRAGG Holmes Lumber Co., Fred C. ........................(800) 849-0523

FRESNO

DMK-Pacific............. ...../559\ 225-4727 iLevel by Weyerhaeuser.....,.......,..,..,............(800) 292-0704 North Pacitic............ .....(559) 994-1393

OrePac Building Products.............................(559) 291-9075 Taiga Building Products................................(800) 348-1400

MODESTO Big Creek Lumber Co. (Atwater/Merced) ......(209) 356-1433

Thunderbolt Wood Treating(800) 826-8709 (209) 869-4561

REDOING / RED BLUFF

Gemrni Forest Products......,..........................(530\ 223-7440

Pacific Wood Preservin9.,.,...,.......................(530) 824-9400

Shasta Cascade Forest Industries, Inc. ........(530) 243-0500

Shasta Green Inc. .........................................(530)

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Washington

SEATTLE / TACOMA AREA