by bcarter | Jul 1, 2011
Panel World’s September issue spotlights materials and photographs submitted by companies in the category of quality control technologies, which don’t always represent the biggest capital expenditures but can put the squeeze on operational inefficiencies and can save money. Also featured is South Carolina’s Darlington Veneer, which sources from abroad for the most cost-effective supply. Metro is highlighted for expanding particleboard production with the startup of a turnkey plant near Bangkok.
by Site Manager | May 1, 2011
Panel World’s May issue spotlights Flakeboard America MDF, which has re-established the Malvern MDF plant with a series of upgrades and an enhanced work force. Also highlighted is Roseburg Forest Products in Dillard, Ore., a company that, following consultation, has become more data-driven and has increased grade recovery. A large section previews the Ligna World Fair for the Forestry and Wood Industries, providing exhibitor and product information.
by Site Manager | Mar 1, 2011
Panel World’s March issue features Commonwealth Plywood, which has made the full conversion to hardwood plywood production at its facility in Whitehall, NY. Also spotlighted is Tolko Industries of Vernon, British Columbia, a company that recently implemented a green veneer scanning and grading system at its White Valley, BC mill. The issue also includes a show preview, with exhibitor information, for WoodMac China 2011.
by Site Manager | Jan 7, 2011
Panel World’s January issue spotlights Peninsula Plywood, a historic mill that has been recently resurrected in Port Angeles, Wash. The premium panel planet is a plywood pioneer, and it is focusing on the cedar market with innovative cottonwood utilization. The issue contains the 2011 annual directory and buyers’ guide, featuring products, services, and supplies, as well as a machinery manufacturers index. The dates and information for PELICE 2012 are also announced in this issue.
by Site Manager | Nov 7, 2010
Panel World’s November issue spotlights Louisiana-Pacific Corp., a company that is empowering its work force at its oriented strand-board plant in Jasper, Tex. The issue features air control projects and technologies and takes a look at Calvert Manufacturing, an experienced company that specializes in green end products. The issue also pays tribute to Al Moslemi, who founded the International Inorganic Bonded Wood and Fiber Composite Materials Conference and wrote a column for Panel World. Moslemi passed away on August 12 at the age of 74.
