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Beaverton, MI – H & H Metal Products, LLC of Beaverton, Michigan, the parent company of Wood Warrior brand firewood processors recently unveiled their newest product, the Wood Warrior Firewood Processor. The newest addition to the mid-level commercial firewood processor market, made up of processors in the $20,000 to $60,000 range, the Wood Warrior comes full optioned and ready to produce 3-4 cords per hour of profitable firewood. The Wood Warrior’s durable 48 HP Kubota diesel engine is anchored to the heaviest frame and most advanced DOT trailer on the market. H & H owner, Gordie Huckins, stated their goal was to build a firewood processor that came ready to produce, no hidden “options” needed – just add logs. That is why the Wood Warrior has such an impressive list of standard features including: 48 HP Kubota diesel engine, dual stage hydraulics, 50 gallon hydraulic reservoir with an industry leading 50 gallon cooler, a powerful 4 ½” x 30 splitting ram coupled with your choice of 2, 4 or 6 way wedges, both the 8’ EASY FOLD deck and a 14’ outfeed are hydraulically powered. All these standard features are brought together with a simple and easy to use control center allowing new operators to quickly reach maximum production and profit. Call or visit woodwarrior.com for complete details.

WASHINGTON – American Wood Council (AWC) President and CEO Robert Glowinski issued the following statement following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to stay the Clean Power Plan (CPP). “The Clean Power Plan is an overreach of EPA’s authority. AWC and the wood products industry are encouraged that the U.S. Supreme Court has stayed the CPP until the pending litigation has the opportunity to be fully heard and decided.”

WASHINGTON – American Wood Council (AWC) Vice President, Government Affairs Sarah Dodge has issued the following statement regarding today’s passage of the biomass amendment to the Senate Energy Bill (S. 2012), which was led by Sens. Susan Collins, Angus King and Amy Klobuchar. The amendment would require the Secretaries of Energy and Agriculture and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to jointly ensure that federal policy relating to forest bioenergy: (1) is consistent across all departments and agencies; and (2) recognizes the full benefits of the use of forest biomass for energy, conservation and responsible forest management. “Renewable energy policies treat sustainably-managed biomass energy as carbon neutral, but current policies – particularly under EPA – fail to distinguish biomass energy carbon emissions from fossil fuel emissions. Wood products facilities use all parts of the raw material not only in the manufacture of products used in everyday life, but also generate most of the energy needed to do so without producing CO2 that wouldn’t have otherwise been released to the atmosphere. “Our nation’s public policies should be aligned and recognize our industry’s unique biomass use as carbon neutral and as part of the sustainable carbon cycle. We thank Senator Collins for her leadership on this amendment.”

WASHINGTON – American Wood Council (AWC) President and CEO Robert Glowinski and American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Donna Harman have issued the following statements after filing joint comments requesting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recognize the benefits of biomass as a fuel source in its Clean Power Plan (CPP) federal plan and model carbon trading rules. Robert Glowinski, President and CEO, AWC: “The greenhouse gas reduction benefits of using biomass manufacturing residuals for energy by the wood products industry are equivalent to removing the emissions of approximately 4.6 million cars from the road each year. Carbon neutral biomass should explicitly be included as a compliance option in the final Federal Plan and model rules to ensure that EPA and states can consider biomass energy to meet their greenhouse gas reduction goals. Moreover, EPA needs to fully recognize the carbon neutrality of biomass energy across their regulations.” Donna Harman, President and CEO, AF&PA: “EPA’s federal plan and model rules should provide for least-costly implementation possible to ratepayers and the economy, including recognizing the climate benefits of biomass energy. EPA needs to provide more certainty to biomass as a fuel. For example, the agency should list pre-approved qualified biomass fuels so that states know which options are on the table for CPP compliance. Our industry relies on forest biomass and manufacturing residuals in a variety of forms to generate about two-thirds of the energy we need to operate; failure to explicitly list these materials as good sources of energy will result in inefficiencies and unnecessary waste.”

WASHINGTON – American Wood Council (AWC) President and CEO Robert Glowinski has issued the following statement about the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) finalization of its Non-Hazardous Secondary Materials (NHSM) rule, which expands the list of materials recognized as “non-waste fuels” to include processed construction and demolition (C&D) wood. “The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that there is approximately 1 billion feet of lumber generated from demolished buildings each year. Among other uses for wood products at end of life as highlighted on our new Reuse Wood website, these renewable construction materials can be used to produce biobased energy. “Including C&D materials as non-waste fuels diverts materials from the construction waste stream and reduces the need for landfill space, as well as provides a carbon-neutral source of biomass energy. AWC appreciates the clarity the finalized NHSM rule provides for our industry’s air regulation compliance strategies.”

Iron Ax Forestry unveils its 925 Log Loader, the ultimate heavy duty log loader built for long-term performance. The 925 combines power and efficiency with its QSB 6.7 Cummins engine that operates at 2,200 RPMs. Lifting capacity is what separates loaders, and the Iron Ax is at the top as its hydraulic system boasts right at 5,000 lbs of hydraulic pressure. Each machine is equipped with a main boom, stick, live heel and an Iron Ax grapple which has a 60” opening with a 360 rotation. Operator controlled self-elevating cab system stands out, and allows you to rise above the log pile and trailer 17 feet eye level above the ground for superior visibility. Additionally, the loader is made for the forestry industry, with reinforced guards and shields to for protection. Iron Ax has been building loaders and equipment for the scrap and demolition industries for years, and is now offering a new and improved option to the logging and sawmill industry. More information can be found at www.ironaxforestry.com or by calling 478-252-0022.

Waverly Hall, GA – Ben Jones Machinery is pleased to announce its move to a new location at, 6475 Georgia Hwy 85, Waverly Hall, Georgia, just 18 miles northeast of the previous complex. The new location will provide ample room for our repair and modification work as well as space for our expanding inventory. Company President, Ken Dickert said, “the old Coca Cola plant served the company well for nearly 40 years. However our business has grown exponentially in recent years to the point where we have been renting yard space, and have inventory scattered in many locations. Our plan is to consolidate at this location where we have a large office, modern shop, and lots of yard space. Also, now we are outside of the city which makes it easier on truck access.” If you are planning an expansion project or need a single piece of machinery stop by and tour our new facility or visit us online at www.benjones.com today. Physical Address: 6475 Georgia Hwy 85 Waverly Hall, GA 31831 Mailing Address: PO Box 31807 Ellerslie, GA 31807

The Southern Forest Products Association (SFPA) has announced that its 34th Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition – EXPO 2017 – will be held June 14-16, 2017 at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center. The show’s theme: Blueprint for Success. Sponsored and conducted by SFPA every two years since 1950, this event has traditionally included many of the biggest names in the business displaying everything from sawmill machinery to materials handling equipment, attracting key representatives from the nation’s largest wood products manufacturers. “Many exhibitors from the 2015 show have already expressed plans to expand their displays for the 2017 event,” reports SFPA’s exposition director Eric Gee. “With the housing market turnaround in motion, next year’s Expo is the best place to be for companies wanting to showcase equipment, products and services for the wood industry,” he adds. Expo 2015 featured 188 exhibitors, with a total attendance of more than 2,200. For more information about EXPO 2017, visit www.sfpaexpo.com. An online sales kit and exhibit space application will be available in mid-May. Interested companies can complete the form on the show’s website and be alerted as soon as exhibit sales begin. For questions about EXPO 2017, contact Eric at 504/443-4464 (option 3), or e-mail him at egee@sfpa.org.

Crosscut Solutions Inc. is proud and excited to announce the acquisition of the assets of SC Industrial Resource Group Inc. Crosscut Solutions would like to thank David Spencer for his leadership and dedication while he owned SC Industrial for the past several years. Crosscut Solutions has incorporated the Industrial Woodworking Machinery line into our existing line of cut off saws and specialty machinery. It is Crosscut Solution’s intention to make this transition as seamless as possible It is also our intention to maintain most of the present vendors of the various parts to ensure that you will receive parts similar to what you have received in the past. We also plan on expanding the inventory of the common parts to enable us to offer quick shipments on those parts. This will ensure you, the customer, that parts will be available for your present Industrial Woodworking Machinery cut off saws and finger jointers.

“Restoring our Forests and Markets” The Kentucky Forest Industries Association (KFIA) will hold its 51st Annual Meeting on April 5 - 7, 2016 at The Brown Hotel in Downtown Louisville, Kentucky. The association plans to host over 400 company representatives from throughout the region. There will be a variety of discussions and activities to enjoy during the event. A number of opportunities will be made available for attendees to gather and discuss current issues, and meet with customers both new and old. The meeting will get underway with the John Smith Invitational golf outing at the Oxmoor Country Club Golf Course in Louisville, Kentucky. The exhibit area will be open throughout the meeting and the Tree Farm Awards Luncheon will recognize outstanding individuals for their achievements in the forest industry community. Topics for discussion will include updates on the Forest Health Center and logging Best Management Practices changes, American Chestnut Restoration as well as discussions on the current White Oak Market and the Tall Timber Buildings for the future. For more information on exhibiting or attending the 2016 Annual Meeting or KFIA programs and membership, please call 502/695-3979, email michele@kfia.org or visit the website at www.kfia.org.

The new Straight Frame (SF) Trailer from Battle Wagon is a response to customer requests for a well-appointed straight frame log trailer strong, enough to handle decades of logging and versatile enough to haul both logs and lumber products. The SF will more easily load extremely large logs buy removing the standard aluminum bolsters lowering the required lift height or haul lumber, ties or cants to market, offering the flexibility only available from Battle Wagon Trailers. In addition to being sturdy and versatile the SF40 comes with an industry leading list of standard features including: Headache rack made from schedule 40 pipe, 3/8” King Pin Plate, 5”x5” heavy duty landing gear, lockable weather resistant chain box, nine load straps, full LED lighting package, Push Bumper, air ride suspension with On-Board scales to eliminate overloads, high quality Firestone radial tires, Hub Pilot steel bud rims, 5’ tall lightweight ALUMINUM bolsters and lockable bolster storage racks. All trailer lengths, and bunk combinations are available. Like every Battle Wagon Trailer built using only the finest US made steel and components. The SF was designed by loggers for loggers to operate under the toughest of conditions and provide years of trouble free service. For more information on this and other Battle Wagon trailers visit www.battlewagontrailers.com

WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Donna Harman and American Wood Council (AWC) President and CEO Robert Glowinski have issued the following statements after filing a joint petition for review in the D.C. Circuit Court of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) treatment of biomass energy in the final Clean Power Plan. Donna Harman, President and CEO, AF&PA: “The Clean Power Plan does not put biomass on a level playing field with other renewable energy sources; this litigation will assure that EPA does not improperly constrain states’ ability to take advantage of the important role biomass energy can plan in addressing climate change. Managed properly, biomass-based energy provides carbon-reducing benefits to the atmosphere and should not be treated the same as energy from fossil fuels. Our facilities generate about two-thirds of the energy we use from biomass, primarily residuals that are left over from the manufacturing process, making ours among the most efficient industries in America.” Robert Glowinski, President and CEO, AWC: “Our industry strives to be as energy efficient as possible and is one of the leaders nationwide in the use of carbon-neutral biomass energy. Over 75 percent of the energy at our member companies’ wood products facilities is generated from biomass. After reviewing EPA’s Clean Power Plan, it appears that the rule may place unnecessary and inappropriate restrictions on states’ use of biomass energy as part of their plans to reduce CO2 emissions from electric power generation. This litigation seeks to protect biomass energy use as a critical component of renewable power. When biomass is used, it helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels.”