The 2023 French PDF edition of the NHLA Rules for the Measurement & Inspection of Hardwood & Cypress Effective January 1, 2023.
NHLA Rules Book 2019 Mandarin Edition
2023 NHLA Rules Book, Spanish Edition
The 2023 Spanish PDF edition of the NHLA Rules for the Measurement & Inspection of Hardwood & Cypress Effective January 1, 2023.
The 2023 Vietnamese PDF edition of the NHLA Rules for the Measurement & Inspection of Hardwood & Cypress Effective January 1, 2023.
Sawing, Edging and Trimming Hardwood Lumber - Putting Theory Into Practice By Joe Denig and Gene Wengert
Lumber Grading Training Manual This manual is designed to supplement the hands-on instruction of the 8-week course in lumber grading, taught on a vocational level, at the NHLA Inspector Training School in Memphis, TN.
The mid-term elections will take place on November 8, and the results will have a tremendous impact on Washington DC legislation and regulation for the next two years. This is a rebroadcast of our ZOOM Webinar entitled "Advocacy 101". Our federal policy advocates from the Hardwood Federation will show us the easy steps to communicating your thoughts, ideas, and concerns to current members and candidates for federal office. Learn how to make your voice heard!! * Webinar replays are FREE to NHLA Members. Non-members can view it for a fee.
It’s not often a revolutionary technology with the potential to change the industry this much comes along in hardwood. Join NHLA in a discussion about the ways AI-powered CT X-ray scanning can improve the bottom line of hardwood mills far more than any other technology/scanning investment. This webinar is perfect for hardwood producers/owners, mill managers, sawmill green end managers, QC personnel, and anyone involved in improving the financial output of the mill. Attend this webinar and walk away with knowledge of how Grade Sawing with CT X-ray Scanning works and practical examples of the results it can produce. NHLA would like to thank Microtec for sponsoring this webinar.
Join NHLA and Chad F. Niman for this one-hour event as we discuss desirable species, species variations and log quality requirements that make a good grade tie.
Check out this game-changing discussion on Business Succession Planning, hosted by NHLA and The Mazelon Chambers Neff Group. Explore the key elements, from setting objectives to assembling the right team, and gain actionable insights to safeguard your business legacy. Learn more: https://mazelonchambersneffgroup.bairdwealth.com/
Are handshake deals putting your business at risk? Many companies in the hardwood industry still rely on verbal agreements and informal promises—leaving themselves vulnerable to devastating financial and legal consequences. In this webinar, we’ll explore why contracts are essential to protecting your operations and how failing to use them could expose your business to multi-million-dollar lawsuits. Presented by Cottingham & Butler: https://www.cottinghambutler.com/
Join NHLA for a review of means and methods of controlling lumber staining at the sawmill. Abiotic and biotic staining will be discussed, as well as log and lumber handling practices. Fungal growth and its control will be reviewed and discussed.
Cyber breaches are a daily threat—how can your organization stay protected? Join Josh Pribanic, President of LastLine Cyber, as he reveals the often-overlooked yet critical cyber security measures every company should implement. Learn how to strengthen your defenses and avoid becoming a prime target for cybercriminals. If you have further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to Josh Pribanic at josh@lastlinecyber.com or visit LastLine Cyber’s website at www.lastlinecyber.com for more resources.
Discover when and where most quality issues begin and solutions to protect the investment of your hard maple resource.
Watch and discover when and where most quality issues begin when drying oak.
Join NHLA for a discussion with Damon Mintz, the Chief Revenue Officer at Jorns and Associates. Mr. Mintz will help to cut through the misunderstandings of the Employee Retention Credit program and demonstrate how most companies are leaving significant amounts of money unclaimed. After this webinar, you will understand ERCs and how they can be a great safety net for unanticipated funds! NHLA would like to thank Delta ERC for sponsoring this webinar.
AHEC Executive Director Mike Snow and Environmental Policy Director Rupert Oliver will give a detailed update on the current status of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and its implications for the American Hardwood industry. The talk will focus on the potential for trade disruptions not only for bilateral US exports to Europe but also the implications for downstream manufacturers in other markets. Potential solutions, including satellite data and Artificial Intelligence to reassure European regulators, will be addressed, as well as potential legal remedies through the WTO and other international bodies.
Join us for an informative and dynamic webinar as industry leaders David Kretschmann (ALSC) and Adam Senalik (USDA) dive into the latest developments and innovations in structural hardwood. Gain expert insights into the PS20 structural lumber system, grading processes, and essential design values shaping the industry.
During this webinar many different gluing and glue joint defects are illustrated, and cures discussed.
Dr. Gene Wengert identifies the causes and cures for machining defects, including sanding issues.
Dr. Gene Wengert discusses, in detail, ten major factors of rough mill yield and provides many practical ideas for yield improvement.
Geoff Webb, Dean of NHLA Inspector Training School, hosts this webinar on how to handle logs and lumber to reduce sap-staining. Geoff reviews how to reduce degradation and lost value in lumber that is caused by sap stains. This webinar is perfect for production supervisors, yard managers, and log/lumber purchasers. Thank you to ISK Biocides for sponsoring this webinar. https://www.iskbiocides.com