NORTHERN MICHIGAN — The lack of certified lumber graders in Michigan has been a major concern for wood product manufacturers, as they cannot find the necessary skilled labor in the current labor pool.

Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau has launched Fundamentals of Lumber Grading, the first of several training programs planned ...

A free two-day workshop is planned in Craig and Klawock for participants to learn about milling and drying lumber, with an ...

SALEM — The Oregon Senate on Monday, April 28, passed a bill to establish a pilot lumber-grading training program. “This bill opens the door for small sawmill operators to participate in local housing ...

I am constantly encountering manufacturing problems with wood that are related to issues with the wood itself. In fact, I am surprised how many manufacturers just buy wood on the open market and do ...