CAL FIRE partners with Overland AI to demonstrate autonomous vehicles in wildfire operations, improving resupply, logistics, and fire suppression efforts.

IMA Schelling Consulting offers manufacturer-neutral support for woodworking companies, focusing on investment planning, process optimization, and plant development strategies.

TimberBLDR welcomes industry expert Simon Siegert as Director of Operations to drive growth and innovation in North America’s mass timber market.

Lectra partners with Edgecombe Furniture to implement Valia Furniture, a next-gen platform that enhances automation, data analytics, and workflow for increased productivity. The platform reduces material consumption, boosts flexibility, and supports long-term growth in U.S.-made hospitality furniture.

Kith Furniture, a prominent bedroom and home furnishings manufacturer, unexpectedly shuts down its operations in Haleyville, Alabama.

BMD, a top building materials distributor, is expanding its EWP distribution to reinforce its dedication to aiding the region’s construction sector.

Boise Cascade promotes Rob Johnson to Senior Vice President of Manufacturing for Wood Products, overseeing operations at 18+ facilities, following the departure of Chris Seymour.

Comact expands operations with a 48,000-square-foot facility at Port 95 Business Park in St. George, South Carolina, enhancing service and efficiency for its growing customer base.

Con-Vey promotes Travis Pritchett to Operations Manager, reinforcing leadership and expansion efforts, including a new facility launch.

BlockLogix by USNR offers cutting-edge lathe carriage optimization with a high-density block profile for superior recovery. Featuring a PLC-based ControlLogix system, this advanced solution reduces cycle times by 5-7% and boosts recovery by 2-5%.