Boise Cascade Details Its $140-Million Investment in Three Alabama and Louisiana Facilities
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On Friday, Boise Cascade shared additional details regarding its previously announced $140-million investments in its Alabama and Louisiana facilities. The upgrades will support the company’s engineered wood products (EWP) growth strategy.
Oakdale, Louisiana
The investment will expand veneer production. A $75-million investment is underway to enhance reliable veneer production through equipment refurbishment and replacement. Veneer is the main building block for the company’s BCI Joists®, Versa-Lam® LVL beams, headers, columns, and plywood products.
Thorsby, Alabama
The facility is getting new BCI Joist line production capabilities. The plant also produces Versa-Lam LVL. The new line is expected to be operational in early 2026.
Chapman, Alabama
An existing plywood line will be converted into a parallel laminated veneer (PLV) line. The new PLV panels will be used to make Versa-Lam LVL and flanges for BCI Joists. Production in Chapman will make the most of Boise Cascade’s BCI joist capabilities in Alexandria and Thorsby to reliably deliver products to market.
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