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October23
Fire Extinguisher Safety
By John Howell Unlike many workplace hazards, fire is a potential threat in nearly every industry and environment. This makes fire one of the most deadly workplace hazards, killing hundreds and injuring thousands on the job each year. Prior to fighting any type of fire with a fire extinguisher, a risk assessment must be performed Read More
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Lumber Update – November 2018
By Paul Rogers Despite a steady stream of business, October sales didn’t meet lumber mills’ expectations, resulting in pricing slides that continued to bring numbers back down to more reasonable and realistic levels. With plenty of wood in the market and a respite on the trucking shortage, retailers enjoyed the ability to shop and offer Read More
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Interior Door Options
By Peter Iodice Many years ago when I first started my millwork career, I was taught the phrase “points of impact” by a gentleman named Tony Shepley, you may have heard of him. This phrase has stuck with me over the years and is still very prevalent in my career today. The basic principle is Read More
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October23
It’s Our Duty
By Tony Shepley The US and Canada, although neighbors and friendly in a number of regards, have had a contentious relationship over softwood lumber exports from Canada to the US for many years dating back as far as the 18th century. Softwood lumber exports from Canada to the US are big business, over $7 billion Read More
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