There:i$ a new beam

Cascade Structural Laminators is a new company with a lot of experience. Themanagement/sales team hasmany years of tuccess in theforestproducts industry, including producing engineered woodproducts. 0ur first commitment is tothe customer, delivering thehlghest quality glulam productsanda full selectionofstock headers and beams instandard widths, depthsandlengths.We produce customglulams to customerspecifiedrequirements in engineered curves, architectural appearance finishes,anda variety of species, including Douglas-fir, WesternHemlock andAlaskanYellow [edar.

Glulam beams andheadersremain theprefened beamproducts because of their ease ofhandling, superior workability, excellent stabiliry andunmatched beauty when used inexposedapplications. Cascade glulams meetor exceed all APA/EWS Standards under all quality control inspections andtests. We are approvedbvJAlrormanuracturingandexportingtoJapan'

To learn more about the advantages of the full line of Cascade Structural Laminators'glulam products, call us at 541-726-9836 or visit us at www.CascadeSl.com.

Timeless Tile Beauty

A clean-lined. architectural wall tile created for unlimited desisn flexibility is new from Crossville. -

Savoy tilcs come in a variety of sizes and patterns. and give an elegant look to homes and businesses. They come in 3"x6" and 6"x6" field tiles. a 6"x6" beadboard, a 1"x2" pinrvheel pattern, and a 1"x2" running bond or brick pattern.

The handmade tiles come in five colors, the lighter shades have an opaque glaze, while the darker ones have a transparent glaze that adds depth and luminosity.

Please contact (800) 221-9093 or v s it www.c ro s sv ille inc.com

Eosier ro sglly,edgier io use in *e field, l,lordic glulcm prcducts ore suited fior o vorie'ry of ond ore dimensioncl lumber or rroditionol glulom de'pths.

Our l?'wide beoms ore |he perfect frcming for sing&B-dy $.lch qs dnglo-ply scving money, time snd lobor. Inslolkilion is occomplisH usiqg conv€nlioncl corpentry merlrods ond toolc.

Go Ape Over The Deck

A nerv rvatcrprclof vinvl deck frorn Homellntl Vini I Procluit. t rcutcs u comfortablc cliy space bencath thc deck rvhile rnaintairring rur lllfrt'li\c. lo*'-mai nterrancc surfacc abovc.

Advanced Gorilla Deck. a watcrprool-. leak-prool irrrd rnaintenancefree deck. providcs horneorvners rvitl'r aclclitional-outcloor space belorv thc deck. Its interlocking dcsign providcs added strength by locking all inclivid ual componcrrts into a single unit.

Extruded frorn 100% virsin PVC. planks are I- I 4" thick b1 6r" rvidc. and are available in len-sths of l(r. 20 and24 ft. It is said not to rot. solinter. lade or decal urtd eomcs irt rix i'rtlrrls.

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OSBKoolA'Blazing

Products has introduced reporteclly the first fire retardant OSB. Ideal as roof shcathing. rvall shcathing, subfloors, single layer flooring and shelving. Flamedxx retains fire retardarrt properlies even after cutting or drilling. is fabricatcd to match the strength and ri-lidity of plywood. and can be substituted for noncombustible matcrials.

It can be paintecl or stained.

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Color The Deck

Messmer's addcd a red mahogany coating to its hardr.vood deck linc. UV Plus tirr Hardrvood Dccks red finish enhanccs the natural rcd hucs of ip6, mahogany and other hardwoods.

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Western Treaters Meet ln San Diego

Wood preserving industry representatives from throughout the region gathered at the Maniott Coronado Resort, San Diego, Ca., Oct. 24-27 for the Western Wood Preservers Institute's annual meeting.

During the event, Georgia Baxter, J.H. Baxter, San Mateo, Ca., was elected president for the coming year. New v.p. is Ted Hodgkiss, Allweather Wood, Washougal, Wa.; secretary Dave Perry, Exterior Wood, Washougal; treasurer Todd Brown, Bell Lumber & Pole Co., Conway, Wa., and president ex-officio John Ferlin, Brooks Manufacturing, Bellingham, Wa.

Key executive committee chairs remain (for the utility pole committee) Randy Baileys, J.H. Baxter, Eugene, Or.; (lumber & plywood) Mike Von Pinnion, Royal Pacific Industries, McMinnville, Or.; (aquatic applications) Ben Lucas, Stella-Jones, New Westminster, B.C., and (regulatory affairs) Alan Wade, Allweather.

WWPI next convenes in June for a summer retreat in Jackson Hole, Wy., and then next fall for its 2005 annual meeting in Kauai. Hi.

EORATE TR,EATSD WOOD

Hi-boro brand treated wood is a borate treated wj&rePRO' brand interior fire retardant is the construction : industrv's newest and most advanced fire protection $/stem forwo<id. The unique FirePrg chqnnlstry is a patent pehding formuldion fta con-tains no phoqphorous-hased compounds. for ioigs, shrils, roof trusses, rafoirs, :rior framing and sill plate applir

'duct designed for interior house framing in Ha boro treat"ed wood resists attack by For-mosan termites and numerous hbusehold i aswell as fungal decay.

TomShelp, Brian Bullen. (4) Donna & Doug Willis, (5) Tom Smith, John Hammond, Owen Taylor. (6) Britl Bloodworth, Tammie & Victor Vandenburg. (7) Cheryl & Sam Dunn, Matt & Pam Petersen. (8) Bob Lowe, Bill Reavely. (9) Larry McFadden, Jeff Denham, Frank Solinsky, Tom Von l\,loos, Jess Brand. (10) Jean Brunton, Jack Connor. (11) Augie Venezia, Randy Jones. (12) John Stembridge, Aaron Baldridge, Bob Maurer. (13) Mike Sloggett. (14)

Mark Williams, Becky Searratt, Jim Decker. (15) Tim Kennedy, Don Sizemore,Kent Bond, (16) Charley Hobbs, Barry Schneider. (17) David Mobley, Karen Meredith, Phillip Walker. (18) Scott Becker, Brent Johnson. (19) Don Danka, Bob Palacioz. (20) Dinny Waters, Julie Wimberly, Xavier Kerestesy, (21) Danny Thorsen. (22) Chuck Scott, Dennis Schaffer, Penny Schneider, Matt Remington, (23) Brian Zambor, Sharon James. (24) Homer Yim, Bruce Lewis, Chris Thoman. (25) Jenniler Reynolds, Sheldon Doss.

(More photos on next page, convention news on page 2d1

SAN FRANCISCO played host to LACN's annual convention (contrnued from previous page). (1)MikeAnderson. PhilLail. (2) Taylor Lindsay, Kev n L ndsay, Phil Dodson. (3) Rick Hogue, Anthony Whalls. (4) John Taylor, Phil Brune. (5) KellyLyon, Jeff Logue,Grant Pearsall. (6) Matt

WESTERN Building Material Association held its 101st annual convention in Pofiland. Or (1) Holly Adams,Bettye Clark (2)John Burrow, David Trevino, Christa Yorke. (3) Joe Pringle. Bob Haskin.(4) Dennis Powers, Tom Stumpf (5) Tina Krulich, Stephanie N/asters. (6) Danny Harper. Ray Duncan, Adam Akre (7) Jon Clearwater, Scott Jacobsen. (8) Sara & Miles Johnson, (9) Rick Yonke Kent Goodyear. (10) Sherry

Wallace, Hien Bai, (11)James Bradfield, Jacquie Garvin. (12)Michelle Cunningham. John Faulkner, Mar a Wagner. (13) Jerry Gaukroger. Jeff Anderson. (1a) Amy Pellerito, Jeff McGu re. (15) Brian Lawson. Jason Sackmann (16) Pau Thomae, Jefl Rohan (17) Gary Troyer, Aaron Shields. (See nextpage for more photos. page 26 for more detatls on WBMA show)

WBMA SHOW (contlnued from previous page): (1) Paul Bust, Jeff Petersen, Travis Sandberg. (2) Mark Hoenisch, Phil Schumock, John Hedges. (3) Will Rankin, Julie Lasnetske, Rick Tanis. (4) Jeff Shumate, Mike Jones. (5) Paul Jeffries, Don Myers, Jason Behunin.(6)GeoffDouglas,Nancy Bloch. (7) Eirik Berg, Jon Ewing. (8)Charley Miller, Rick Hogue. (9) Doug Holt. (10) Jerry Garland. (11) Chris Perrin, Casev Voorhees. Lisa Conner.

(12)DarylAnderson,RickSidhu, Craig Olley.

(13) Chad Feuerborn, Samara LuLofl, Larrv Kirk. (1a) Scott Becker. Rich & Georgia Sage.-

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Outside Sales Rep

Major Southern Californiadistributor is seeking an experienced salesperson in building materials, lumber and panels tocover Ventura, Santa Barbara, Kern, San Luis Obispo and Fresno counties. Must be self-motivated. selfmanaged and demonstrate astrong customer service orientation. We offer excellent benefits with salary + incentives and car allowance. Please submit your resume to Mike Bland-Sales Manager, Boise Cascade LLC, 1145Arlington Ave., Riverside, Ca. 92503.

Industrial Wood Products Sales

Universal Forest Products is seeking an experienced industrial salesperson for the company's Riverside, Ca., facility. Candidates must have comprehensive knowledge of industrial sales processes. We need a highly motivated, selfstarter, willing to do what it takes to land new business in a fast-pacedcompetitive environment. Generous salary and benefit package commensurate with knowledge, experience and ability. If you areinterested in joining what Forbes magazine calls"One of America's best managed companies," please e-mail your resume to Tim Gaffney at tgaffney@ufpi.com or Fax to 909-826-3013. All replies will be kept strictly confidential. Universal is an equal opportunity employer.

EXPERIENCED HARDWOOD LUMBER

Salesperson wanted. Progressive lumber company seeking outside salesperson. Generous commission schedule & medical benefits. Please send resumes to: Summit Hardwoods, Attn: Terie Lorentzen, l4l5 E. Grand Ave., Pomona, Ca. 91766, Fax to 909-469-1659, or call Mark Michie. (3 I 0) 638-0468.

EXPERIENCED LUMBER T]IADERS WANTED.

We areHardwood and Softwood logand lumber wholesalers with officesintheUnited States and Canada. We're seeking sincere, experienced lumber traders who have a viewtowards the long term. WorkINDEPENDENTLYfrom your partofthe country, OR from our offices intheToronto area. This is an excellent opportunity with a well-establlshedcompany. We enjoy anOUTSTANDINGfinancialand marketing reputation. For complete details ofour interesting andrewarding program. please phone Bob Wilson lN STRICT CONFIDENCE. We'll atso invite you to speak with one ofour current trading partners.

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