Proving wood's Green credentials

Article Abstract:

The reduced supply of timber from federal lands has resulted in large price increases for framing lumber and structural wood panels. The steel industry has responded by marketing steel studs, which are not as environmentally sound as lumber. Wood marketers should pursue green marketing strategies to court consumers who claim that they will pay more for environmentally sound products. Third-party certification of wood products is one green marketing step.

Editorial, Marketing

---

Wood industry outlook steady through 1998

Article Abstract:

Attendees at the North American Wood Products Market Outlook conference concluded that the North American forest products industry's 1998 performance should be very similar to its 1997 performance, assuming that inflation, and therefore interest rates, remain low. The industry faces challenges, however, including the effect of softening economies in Asia.

Forecasts and trends

---

LVL, coating lines share plant building

Article Abstract:

Willamette Industries has joined two operations, Custom Products panel finishing and laminated veneer lumber i-joist flange production, under one roof at the company's Millersburg, OR, complex. Common interest prompted the consolidation. Both operations needed new plant space having access to a rail spur. Operations at the new facility are described.

Management, Williamette Industries Inc.

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Millwork producers seek 'other' raw material sources. Observers see favorable business climate ahead. Joint meeting focuses on resources, markets
• Abstracts: Hardwood lumber, veneer firm also designs machines. Automatic scanner-optimizer helps mill dissect lumber. 'Value-driven' sawmillers boost yield dramatically

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.