Press Releases
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Discussing resilient supply chains & biomaterials on the WoodBUILD podcast
In a new podcast, Tom Barnes, MD of Vastern Timber says “The interest is growing in materials that have a negligible carbon impact, and that puts wood front and center when it comes to considering how we are going to…
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CPA predicting double digit growth in construction
The Construction Products Association (CPA) is forecasting construction output to grow by 14% during 2021, in a tick of confidence for our industry. In line with their previous forecasts, UK economic activity continues to recover in line with the CPA’s…
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Timber supply tension will ease given time, say major associations
Today we issued a joint market statement from the Confederation of Timber Industries (CTI) and Swedish Wood, pointing to a likely easing of supply tension in the timber market as the pandemic eases. With timber prices having accelerated in 2021 amidst skyrocketing…
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Flooring system choices for all applications from West Fraser
Choosing the most suitable flooring system for a project makes an enormous difference to the quality of the finished floor; and will cut costs and save problems later. This is why West Fraser’s versatile CaberFloor system offers an advanced range of flooring…
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Answering the BIG questions – Lumber futures, UKCA, and life itself
Two big questions which have been top of mind for the UK timber supply chain are; (a) when will tension between supply and demand ease in the UK, and (b) what is happening to UKCA. Fortunately our Head of Technical…
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Combilift’s 60,000th truck delivered
Irish manufacturer Combilift recently marked a further milestone when its 60,000th unit came off the production lines at the company HQ in Monaghan
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Shopfitting challenges met by West Fraser’s panel products
Shopfitting plays a vital role in keeping the retail sector competitive. Achieving fresh, high quality environments, often against a deadline, is of paramount importance, so premium grade products and a precision finish are essential. These are challenges that West Fraser’s…
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Vandecasteele Houtimport receives the Voka Charter Sustainable Entrepreneurship for the 20th time in a row!
During an online presentation, 33 West Flemish companies received the coveted annual certificate, the embodiment of a nice recognition that these companies have integrated sustainable business into their DNA. “The fact that our laureates continued to commit themselves to making…
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CaberWood MDF and SterlingOSB Zero, the popular choice for furniture
Consistency and quality are essential attributes of materials used in producing high volumes of domestic and commercial furniture. Add to this the need for materials and processes to be sustainable and, unsurprisingly, West Fraser’s CaberWood MDF and SterlingOSB Zero are among the most popular…
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Combilift scoops 10th major Archie award
Combilift, the Irish manufacturer of a wide range of handling solutions, has won its 10th prestigious industry award from the Forklift Truck Association for one of its latest products. The 2020 FLTA Awards for Excellence took place virtually in April,…
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