BURNABY, British Columbia – In response to what it termed “persistently weak market conditions,” Interfor Corp. announced plans to reduce its lumber production by approximately 175 million board feet between May and September of 2024. The reductions represent nearly 10% of the company’s normal operating stance.

TORONTO – Republic of II By IV, a Toronto-based industrial design studio, unveiled three new collections at Salone del Mobile Milano, April 16-21.

HANOVER, Ontario – Ontario-based wood products companies may be entitled to financial rebates through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board’s (WSIB) Health & Safety Excellence Program (HSEP).

RALEIGH, NC — IMA Schelling USA, a provider of panel and plate saws, edgebanders, and material handling equipment, is launching a new website for their factory-certified refurbished machines. The website provides a new communication channel between their Rebuild Center and customers, making in-stock product photos, specifications, and warranty information readily available.

The partnership with Print Releaf reflects CMA's commitment to environmental stewardship and marks a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to adopt eco-friendly practices.

The advocacy group, American Builders and Contractors, announced their findings for the 2024 Safety Performance Report. The report provides a comprehensive understanding of the impact of deploying ABC's STEP Safety Management System.

Norwalk Furniture has appointed Timothy Newlin its new president, CEO and member of the board effective May 1. He succeeds Caroline Hipple, who left the major residential furniture manufacturer earlier this year.

Fabrizio Anzalone has been named head of SCM North America, effective May 6. In his role, he takes over the management of the United States, Canada, and Mexico subsidiaries of SCM.

The Urban Wood Network will present “How Anatomical Features of Urban Wood Create Unique Designs,” a webinar scheduled for 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Mary 8.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia – ChopValue, a franchise business founded on recycling used chopsticks into value-added products, has secured $15 million in funding to launch its Microfactory Venture Platform to expand its circular economy concept into different resource streams ranging from coffee grounds to apparel scraps.