West Fraser is moving forward with a $70.25 million expansion of its McDavid, Florida, sawmill facility, the Pensacola News Journal reported.
News in mill capacity changes
Conifex to Temporarily Curtail Mackenzie, BC, Sawmill
Conifex will curtail operations at its Mackenzie, BC, sawmill for about seven weeks starting May 19, citing fiber constraints and seasonal logging conditions.
Davis Timber Plans Expansion at Deridder, LA, Facility
Davis Timber Company plans a $1.9 million expansion in Louisiana, adding kiln-drying capacity to boost production of poles and pilings.
Interfor Indefinitely Curtails Operations at Two Ontario Sawmills
Interfor will indefinitely curtail operations at its Nairn Centre and Gogama sawmills in Ontario, citing weak markets and US trade pressures, Northern Ontario Business reported.
West Fraser Provides Update on Mill Operations
West Fraser resumed Blue Ridge operations, started up its new Henderson mill, and will close its High Level OSB facility by the end of April.
BC’s Vanderhoof Specialty Wood Products Curtailment Extends Beyond Initial Timeline
Workers at a BC mill have been laid off for over a month, exceeding a planned three-week curtailment, CKPG News reported.
USDA Announces $11.9 Million Loan Guarantee for Maine Plywood Facility Conversion
The USDA is backing an $11.9 million loan for Maine Plywood USA to convert a Maine sawmill into a hardwood plywood facility.
Rayonier Advanced Materials Reports Fire at Jesup, GA, Facility
Rayonier Advanced Materials reported a localized fire at its Jesup, Georgia, facility, with one production line offline but no expected impact to customer supply commitments.
Fire Destroys Timberlyne Kiln Drying and Storage Facility in Cass, MN
A fire destroyed Timberlyne’s kiln drying and storage facility in Cass, Minnesota, with the structure deemed a total loss, Bring Me The News reported.
New South Lumber Invests in New Continuous Dry Kiln at Its Mobile, AL, Sawmill
New South Lumber plans a $10.5 million continuous dry kiln investment at its Mobile, Alabama, sawmill, Business Alabama reported.