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Western Building Material Association wifl gather JuJy 20-22 for its mid-year meeting at Coeur d'Alene Resort, Coeur d'Alene. Id.

The event will begin with a golf tournament, and tennis, hiking, boating, and swimming are also available. A highlight will be a family dinner cruise.

Mountain States Lumber & Buitding Materials Dealers Association has set its annual Colorado WOOD Council golf tournament for July 19 at The Ranch Golf & Country Club, Westminster, Co.

The group's Western Slope golf tournament will be Sept. 9 at Rifle Creek Golf Course, Rifle, Co.

MSLBMDA has slated its annual fall conference for Oct.6-8 at Ameristar Casino, Resort & Spa, Black Hawk, Co.

Lumber Association of California & Nevada's 2nd Growth group will host its annual summer conference July 2l-22 at Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa, Rancho Mirage, Ca.

The first day will start with a golf tournament and end with an opening reception, dinner, and program featuring Kurt Swann, with a hilarious economic forecast for the LBM industry.

The second day will kick off with Gordon Culbertson, Forest2Market, speaking on "The China Syndrome: How Will Historical Trends Affecting Timber Resources and Growth in Developing Countries Shape Future U.S. Markets?"

Later that day, a panel of industry professionals will discuss "Industry Mentoring: Our Past, Present and Future."

Southern Oregon Lumbermants Association will play golf July 28 at Rogue River Country Club, Medford.

Hoo-Hoo International is preparing for its I 19th annual convention Sept. 9-13 at Harbour Towers Hotel, Victoria, B.C., hosted by the local Cowichan Valley Hoo-Hoo Club.

The agenda includes meetings. business sessions, receptions, and tours of Buchart Gardens, the Forest Museum, and Chemainus Murals.

Contractor Supply Reopens

Steve Amaral and Gabe Gookin, who closed The Yard Lumber & Fence Supply, Modesto, Ca., in 2009, have reopened the facility, minus the lumber and fencing.

Now called simply The Yard, the business sells dry-stack mortarless blocks made by Cal-Lok, Basalite interlocking paving stones, landscape walls, and sacked concrete products. It also installs fence walls for residential and commercial properties.

Fire Damages Montana Mill

Authorities are investigating a fire at Gebhardt's Post Plant & Sawmill. Roundup, Mt., that destroyed two buildings, damaged a third, and injured one firefighter.

Co-owner Kelly Gebhardt estimated damages of at least $200900. Lost in the May 15 blaze were more than l0 tons of bolts, tires, radiators, oil filters, electric motors, truck parts, welders, and air compressors.

While battling the blaze, one firefighter suffered a shoulder injury.

The business was back open the following morning, though "barely," according to Gebhardt.

Oregon Manufacturer Moves to Veneer-Wrapped Al uminum

Going green by veneer-wrapping aluminum for ceiling panels, soffits and window casings has helped Contact Industries, Clackamas, Or., weather the collapse of the housing market and the trend to manufacturing overSEAS.

Bob Horton, v.p. of manufacturing, said Contact has invested substantially in new technology to create a line of veneer-wrapped aluminum products. It has also learned how to conduct flame-spread testing to meet fire-safety specifications.

"I think having an intense focus on developing new green products that meet the current safety requirements and architectural design specifications are the main reasons we are still here in Prineville," said Horton.

The company is also developing woodgrain photos of veneers, to be used in place of real wood veneers. "With the photo veneer you can have a great-looking product with no maintenance, and you don't have to worry about the sun fading it, like you do with real wood," he said.

Depot Dials in Smarter Phones

Home Depot is arming employees with a new kind of smartphone that promises to speed checkouts, better answer consumer questions, and improve overall cuslomer service.

The hand-held First Phone functions as phone, walkie-talkie, mobile cash register, and inventory management/business analytics tool. "It's more efficient: there's more time for helping the customer," said Mike Guhl, v.p. of store & credit systems. "They have all the information at their fingertips."

The chain invested $64 million to develop the technology and purchase about 30.000 devices. about l5 in each of its U.S. stores.

According to executives, the device's biggest benefit is the ability to check out customers away from the register. "This has been a tremendous benefit in speeding up checkout," said executive v.p. Marvin Ellison. "We're going to continue to put a big emphasis on it this year," he said, noting that acamera will be added so store associates can read the QR codes increasingly included on product labels.

Mill Site Cleanup Runs Afoul

A developer who wanted to build homes on Willamette Industries' former mill site in Sweet Home. Or.. faces up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000 for violations of the Clear Air Act.

Dan Desler, 67. managing partner of Western States Land Reliance Trust, is charged with hiring an unlicensed contractor to perform demolition and renovation at the site, failing to conduct a proper survey, not providing nearby residents with proper notice, plus six counts of work practice violations.

In 2009, the EPA supervised clean up of more than four million lbs. of asbestos-containing materials, which were discovered after a mill fire five years earlier.

Home Depot Drafts New Social Media Stars from the Ranks

Home Depot's new team of social-media store associates spend two days a week managing social media content at the chain's regional offices in Orange County, Ca., and Chicago, Il., as well as its headquarters in Atlanta, Ga. On the other three days, they don orange aprons and help store customers.

"Finding all of the qualities we wanted in one person took some doing. We literally went market to market meeting these people," said Brad Shaw, vice president of corporate communications. "The way to stay fresh and current is to stay in the aisle with vendors and customers. We also wanted to be able to market them as real store associates.

These are not call-center people or marketers or merchants or my communications team."

Once the 25-member team was assembled, they attended a two-day training session at headquarters and received a Flip video camera to upload video responses or demonstrations. The associates were also asked to keep their two roles as separate as possible.

"Anywhere someone wants a how-to video shot, they're coming to us," said Shaw. "We knew our associates would be good, but it's just incredible to us just how great they are on the content front."

Family Business: Gonfidentiality

(Continued from page 33 ) information will be spread around, rather than be held in confidence.

Family businesses have to make concerted efforts to establish clearer boundaries for handling private information. Some families with whom we have worked meet this challenge by prefacing confidential information, reminding each other: "You'll be told things here that you shouldn't even tell your significant other." While that may sound extreme or even inappropriate, it does make explicit where the boundaries lie.

In addition, I recommend that families invest time and energy in educating their younger generation about what confidentiality means, why it is important, and how they can ensure they are not inadvertently violating an important confidence of the business. There certainly is an argument to be made for open and honest communication, but there is also a need to respect privacy and prevent leaks that could be hurtful to the family or the business.

As it is virtually impossible to keep a secret in the information age, the most viable long-term strategy is for a family business to confront this challenge with education and caution. Don't assume that the younger generation understands confidentiality in the same way you might. Only share truly sensitive information once a person has consistently demonstrated he or she can appropriately handle confidential information.

- Mark Green is an associate of the Family Business Consulting Group, Marietta, Ga. He can be reached at green@ efamilybusiness.com or ( 800) 5 5 I -063 3.

Reprinted with permission from The Family Business Advisor, a copyrighted publication of Family Enterprise Publishers. No portion of this article may be reproduced without permission of Family Enterprise Publishers.

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Floyd Vike, 76, former executive vice president of the building materials group at Willamette Industries, Albany, Or., died April 30 in Lake Oswego, Or.

After graduating from the University of Oregon in 1961, he joined Willamette as a plywood salesman. He retired in 1997

Richard C. "Dick" Nelson, 87, retired owner of Nelson Lumber Co.. Spokane, Wa., died May 3 in Spokane.

During World War II, he served with the Navy during the Okinawa invasion. After graduating from Stanford University and the University of California, he and his brother, Sherb, started Western Pacific Lumber Dealers, Spokane.

In 1955. he started his own lumber brokerage firm and operated it for 30 years.

Henry M. Bailey, 93, former owner of Green Valley Lumber Co., Roseburg, Or., died April l5 in Roseburg.

During World War II, Mr. Bailey served as a tail gunner in the 8th Air Force Liberator unit.

In 1950, he partnered with Lloyd Crenshaw and Jack Kerr to form

Green Valley Lumber. They moved the business to Mynle Beach, Or., in the late 1950s and added A.B. McGuire as a partner in 1961

After the business was sold to Fibreboard Corp. in 1969, he stayed on as Northwest regional manager until his retirement in 1977

Lester Daws Jones, 85, retired Pacific Northwest lumber trader, died May 7 after a battle with Alzheimer's disease.

A U.S. Marine veteran of World War II, he began his lumber career with Weyerhaeuser Co., before joining Buckeye Pacific, Portland, Or.

Dan Weisenberger, 65, former owner of Weisenberger's Ace Hardware, Porterville, Ca., died of a heart attack May 19.

He joined his father's hardware store after serving in the Army in Vietnam. He bought the business in 1973.

NAWLA SERVICE AWARD was oresented to Buck Hutchison (/eft), Hutchison Lumber & Building Products, Adams City, Co., by Mark Junkins, McShan Lumber, Tuscaloosa, Al., during the North American Wholesale Lumber Association's recent annual meeting in Portland, Or. (See pages 44-45 for more

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Gavity Protection

The Cav-Air-Ator from Keene Building Products is a full-wall drainage and ventilation mat for brick or stone masonry walls.

Light and flexible, the mat is made up of an extruded polymer matrix of entangled monofilaments that form block-shaped channels.

It prevents mortar from entering the cavity, clinging to wall ties, and blocking weep holes.

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Roof Barrier

Storm-Stopper roofing underlayment from MF Building Products provides a barrier against blowing rain, ice dams, and the buildup of excessive water.

A liner protects the product until installation. Each roll is 67' long by 36" wide, packed in 200sq. ft. cartons.

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All-in-One Protection

StoEnergy Guard from Sto Corp. bonds directly to a variety of sheathing types, to reduce energy consumption and protect against air, water, and fire.

The product integrates a fluidapplied, waterproof air and water barrier, sheathing joint and rough-opening protection, and continuous insulation to prevent thermal bridging.

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Self-Adhesive Underlayments

MP Global Products offers two, new self-adhesive underlayments for tile and natural stone.

Ultralayer Peel & Stick is an acoustic and protective membrane for use under stone and tile. TileQuick can be used as a backing for wall tile.

Both products reduce the need for thinset mortar. decreasing cleanup and drytime.

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Glassy Tiles

Crossville's Ebb & Flow mosaic wall tiles combine the natural beauty of stone and glass. Nine color blends have a three-dimensional look, but are actually smooth for easy cleaning and maintenance.

Sizes include 112"xl 12" mosaics, l12"x3" stacked mosaics, and |12"x2", |12"x4", and l12"x6" linear mosaics.

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Fire Resistant Goat

Fomo's Handi-Foam Ignition Barrier provides fire protection for low-pressure spray polyurethane foam.

Non-toxic and low-VOC, the product creates a carbon layer that prohibits ignition of a fire or delays its progress so a structure can be vacated.

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Sliding Pocket Doors

The 4780 sliding pocket door by Ply Gem Windows is designed to maximize the use of outdoor space.

Choices include 2'6 ,3' and 4' widths in 6'8" and 8' heights, which can be configured into one, two, or three panel groupings. Custom sizing is also available.

The doors come in three colors-white, bronze, and adobe gray-and can be further customized with eight grille patterns and energy-efficient glass.

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Slim Bricks

Hanson's VersaThin brick is crafted from the company's line of full-face bricks, allowing good matching for upgrades, retrofits, and expansions.

More than 200 colors, 10 textures, l2 coatings, and a variety of custom-cut profiles are available.

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Lnstant Lmport

Two new multi-vendor XML import functions enable dealers to reduce errors and increase productivity by importing large orders in a matter of seconds.

WTS Paradigm Base Camp works with window and door manufacturers who use WTS Paradigm fenestration software, while Saberis Xpress POS works with kitchen and window and door manufacturers.

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Keeps Heat at Bay

Henry's LiquidFoil radiant heat barrier for attics can reduce energy demand and improve home-comfort year round.

The product can be applied with spray application equipment, roller, or brush to drywall, masonry, concrete, plaster, and previously painted surfaces.

It allows vapor to escape, preventing condensation and moisture accumulation, and will not interfere with cellphone signals or antenna reception.

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PEACE, LOVE & MILLWORK: El & El Wood Products, Chino, Ca., held a Woodstock-themed ooen house. [1] Aaron Nelson, Gerry Stout, Dave Johnson. [2] Lisa Johnson. Michelle Levotch. Susan Schwartz. [3] Doug Gillmore, Jeff Osburn, Mike Bailey. [4] Mark

McPherson, Art Davtyan, Ella Sfaryan. [7] Kirk Rathbun, Jeff Bailey, Marvin Oaks, David Wymss. [8] Alex Martinez, David Dean. [9] Chris Freeman, Richard McArthur, Jay McArthur. [10] Johnny Zodiacal, Farrell Burt. [11] Deonn DeFord, Russ Jordan. [12] Paul Packer, Randy Dodson. [13] Kurt Williams, Scott DeAngelo, Gary Roknick. [14] Dan Marshall, NoelVarela. [15] Chris Hawks, Tim Munroe. [16]Jim Giehl, David Abbott, Greg Scott. [17] Spencer Smith, Jesse

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Flemlng, John F1i, {'\ -n1 !ri' | 5--l-Moss. [19] Joe Morin, Ross Munay. [20] Carl Christoferson, Dave Miller. Miller. [21 Alberto Robles, John Eagleton. [22] Eric Baynes, Peini Spinazzola, Cat Thompson. [23] Damien Simpson, Jessica Skillern.l24lZach Crouch, Juat Chavez. J25l Ernesto Bonilla, Dave lblinqs, Brenda Flores, Hector Ramirez. l24l Zach Juar [25]

Oregon Sawmills Earn Energy Grants

Three Oregon mills have received grants through the state's Forest Products Energy Project, a joint effort of Oregon's Department of Energy, Business Oregon, Oregon Department of Forestry, and the Energy Trust of Oregon.

Ochoco Lumber received $20,000 to boost the efficiency of its boiler system and increase the amount of biomass used at its Malheur Lumber mill in John Day. Prineville Sawmill Co., Prineville, received $16,900 for similar studies, while $52O00 went to Blue Mountain Lumber Products, Pendleton, for possible expansion of thermal energy production.

"These projects will promote efficient use of biomass while strengthening business, promoting forest health, and creating jobs," said Governor John Kitzhaber. "Our forest products industry is well positioned to support the increased use of biomass, creating additional renewable energy market opportunities."

Brothers Swindle Lowe's

Two brothers have been arrested on suspicion of stealing $130,000 in merchandise from Lowe's stores in four western states.

Authorities allege that since late 2OO7,the men have removed toilets or sinks from their boxes and replaced them with high-end faucets and other pricier items. They then checked out, paying the price of the toilet or sink, then returned the stolen items at dif&rilding'hoduclsom ferent locations in Arizona, Oregon, Washington, and California for gift cards totaling about $130000.

Altor and Larsell Hollingsworth were arrested. Two additional suspects-a son and another brother of Altor-remain at large.

LOS ANGELES Hardwood Lumberman's Club held its annual Ladies Night May 12 at the Orange County Mining Company, Orange, Ca. [1] Dennis & Diana Johnston, Karen & Jim Sparke. [2] Lynne & Nathan Osborne, Cassie & Sergio Korn. [3] Jim & Tracy Gaither, Kit Rohm, Dan Bohannon. [4] Randy & Marti Porter. [5] Bill & Kathy Fitzgerald, Joyce & Walter Ralston

MORE NAWLA (continued from previous page): l1l Jack Chase, Jon Anderson, Jim Rodway. [2] Amy & Rob Latham. [3] Chris & Marnie Beveridge, Dawn Holm. [4] Scott

Elson, Mary Lou Carlson, Bryan Payne. [5]

Holly Chase, Jeff & Kathleen Norman. [6] Aaron Babcock, Omar Lavelle. [7] Paul Owen,