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Tools for Advancing the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA)
Responsible Procurement Program
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Location: WERC facility, Princeton, WV
This workshop provides information about the NWFA Responsible Procurement Program; Chain of Custody Toolkits developed through a Forest Service grant; and a summary of project findings, outcomes, and future opportunities. Information and registration: contact Jason Grant at 707-536-5983. Sponsors include the Rainforest Alliance, National Wood Flooring Association, and WERC.
Vacuum/Steam Treatment of Wood Pallets and Pallet Stringers
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Location: WERC facility, Princeton, WV
This workshop is for wood products professionals involved with sanitizing wood pallets and packaging materials. Drs. Zhangjing Chen and Marshall White from the Department of Wood Science and Forest Products at Virginia Tech will present results of a recent study of a vacuum/steam treatment process. They will cover required equipment, treatment procedures, and treatment times, among other topics. Information and registration: contact Zhangjing Chen at 540-231-4403. Sponsors include Virginia Tech and WERC.
Energy Efficiency in the
Hardwood Products Industry
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Location: WERC facility, Princeton, WV
This workshop provides practical information about ways the hardwood processing industry can be more energy efficient. Topics include energy profiles and the impact of energy costs on the hardwood products industry, energy assessment services, opportunities to save energy in both thermal and electric systems, and reducing energy in drying practices. Information: contact Brian Bond at 704-880-5034. Sponsors include Virginia Tech and WERC.
Small Sawmill Business Strategies and
Hands-On Demonstrations
Tuesday, April 5, 2012
Location: WERC facility, Princeton, WV
This workshop focuses on small sawmills and lumber drying operations that use gas, diesel engines, and single-phase electric power. Equipment vendors are invited to set up exhibits and offer demonstrations. Classroom lectures cover equipment currently available for small sawmill and lumber drying operations, how to saw for improving hardwood lumber grades, basics of the hardwood lumber grading system, lumber drying basics, heating a kiln with a stick wood water stove, profitable business and marketing strategies, and how to make value-added products beyond green and kiln-dried lumber.
Information: contact Harry Watt at 704-880-5034 or click here. Sponsors include North Carolina State University, Woodshop News, and WERC.
New Technologies for Value-Added Wood Products Manufacturers - Cabinets, Furniture, Millwork
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Location: WERC facility, Princeton, WV
Staying on top of technology can keep a business competitive. Technology is continually advancing, and materials can change too. It is useful to get out of the shop and look at what new options may fit your business. This workshop will discuss innovations in equipment as well as software and materials. Information: contact Harry Watt at 704-880-5034 or click here. Sponsors include North Carolina State University, Woodshop News, and WERC.
Leadership Conference for Promoting Locally Made U.S. Wood Products
August 2 or 9, 2012 (to be determined)
Location: WERC facility, Princeton, WV
This networking and educational event will lay the foundation for a local wood movement to promote the use of U.S. hardwoods by U.S. manufacturers. Information: contact Harry Watt at 704-880-5034 or click here. Sponsors include North Carolina State University, Woodshop News, and WERC.
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