Features Archive
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May 2018
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UK keeps the top slot
2017 saw a rise in UK imports of US tulipwood and red oak, and completion of several American hardwood showcase construction projects. Mike Jeffree reports
Wood in water: The ultimate challenge
Gervais Sawyer looks at some of the challenges timber faces when in water.
Boards prove buoyant
Wood-based panels manufacturers are working hard to keep up with growing demand. Sally Spencer reports.
Making headlines
MDF mouldings manufacturer W Howard is a long-term supporter of the TTJ Awards and is this year’s Headline Sponsor. Stephen Powney talks to W Howard group executive chairman Jonathan Grant
Price volatility set to continue
Fencing hits its peak season and tightness in log supply is causing headaches for pallet manufacturers. Sally Spencer reports
Storing up creative talent
In its latest project to widen uptake of red oak in Europe, AHEC is working with young furniture designer/makers at the start of their careers. Mike Jeffree reports
Strength in numbers
A record number of delegates from across the pallets and packaging sector attended TIMCON’s general meeting recently. Sally Spencer reports
Warmth, well-being and wow factor
A major and ultra prestigious application in the City of London could really put US red oak on the European map. Mike Jeffree reports
Future focused global forum
France’s premier timber exhibition has become a core event for the international industry; a venue for launching new products, discussing key trade topics and addressing potential forward market trends and developments. Mike Jeffree reports.
Growing abroad, building at home
Growth and development potential for American softwoods is seen in export and domestic markets. Charles Trevor reports
Local approach
Gibbs and Dandy and the rest of Saint-Gobain Building Distribution’s Local Merchant Group has a rich history in the merchanting trade. Stephen Powney talks to the company’s MD Neil Lawrence
Plywood sales below par
The UK plywood market may be quieter than usual but the Timber Trade Federation’s new requirement for third-party testing has been keeping traders busy. Keren Fallwell reports
Across the boards
UK manufacturers are increasing their output as demand for wood-based panels continues to grow. Sally Spencer reports
Lion-Hearted Hardboard
The hardboard market in the UK might be small but it is growing. Sally Spencer reports
April 2018
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Low skill, high productivity
Latest moulders deliver increased productivity, greater versatility and higher quality but, said onemanufacturer, “someone off the street can learn to use one in 20 minutes”. Mike Jeffree reports
Change, challenge and opportunity
Richard Ellithorne, membership services director of the Builders Merchants Federation, outlines the merchant’s perspective on the timber market
The show will go on
Some would say this year’s Ecobuild was small but perfectly formed. Sally Spencer reports
Xylexpo enjoys “second youth”
Italy’s international woodworking technology exhibition Xylexpo hits its 50th anniversary this year and is promising a cornucopia of machinery innovation for timber and panel product processing. Stephen Powney attended the press preview in Milan
This wood stuff – it’s not just about buying and selling
Andrew True takes a brief, thought-provoking look at some of the issues facing the timber trade today
Stepping up
Mouldings suppliers are investing heavily and improving customer distribution and service levels, reports Stephen Powney
