by ssbhayani | Feb 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
The award-winning podcast Words on Wood is returning for its fourth season. This season delves even deeper into the world of wood, featuring unexpected and timely topics from across forestry, architecture and design, as well as the introduction of new, bite-sized... by ssbhayani | Feb 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Many who work in the wood products industry know that trees are comprised mostly of water, more than 50 percent in some species. Because of this, it is important to understand moisture and how it affects the products our industry produces. Wood is a hygroscopic... by ssbhayani | Jan 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Approaching the end of a calendar year is always a good time for reflection. The Hardwood Federation team did just that as we look back on an eventful legislative year where lawmakers have addressed many of the industry’s top issues. This has also helped us look... by ssbhayani | Jan 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Looking back on 2023, I am very proud of what the WCMA accomplished. We hosted our third European Plant Tour Event in northern Italy, and the individuals that attended had very positive things to say about the event, with one saying “I will remember this one as one of... by ssbhayani | Jan 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
My dad was an engineer. I wanted to be an engineer. I applied to the University of British Columbia and put forestry as a backup at the last minute. I moved my family to Vancouver and started locksmithing before I knew if I was accepted. However, I ended up getting... by ssbhayani | Jan 1, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
What’s in store for your business in 2024? Are you looking to improve your operations with new equipment? How are you going to pay for it? Is there a generational gap in your workforce making communication difficult? And what’s going on with the economy this year? If...