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Friday, 11 November 2016 16:20
The Importance of a Sawyer: Getting the Most Value from a Hardwood Log
A skilled and experienced sawyer has a tremendous impact on the success of a sawmill. In general, the role of a sawyer is not just…
Monday, 07 November 2016 14:57
5 Tips to Help Promote Slow Moving Inventory
As we approach the end of the calendar year many people are preparing for their year-end inventory practices. It is also the time that many…
Friday, 28 October 2016 14:33
Do You Delegate Tasks To Focus on Growth?
Sooner or later, every CEO or business owner comes to the realization that they can’t do everything themselves. Some “get it” quickly and set about…
Monday, 24 October 2016 17:34
Four Common Hardwood Lumber Sawing Techniques
There is not just one way to saw hardwood lumber logs. Actually, we find that there are four common techniques used on a regular basis…
Friday, 21 October 2016 19:45
Before you get to kiln dried hardwood lumber
For most consumer products built from hardwoods, the lumber needs to be dried prior to use. When a sawmill cuts logs into boards they are…
Tuesday, 18 October 2016 20:39
How to Streamline Your Meetings and Save Valuable Time
For most businesses, meetings represent a never-ending paradox. Meetings often play a crucial role in both building teams and moving initiatives forward. At the same,…
Friday, 14 October 2016 13:59
The importance of proper communication when implementing change
At Baillie, we strive to provide the best overall customer experience possible. These days, as the world and our industry adapts to the ever increasing…
Wednesday, 12 October 2016 17:41
Width sorts are no problem at all!
Anyone familiar with the hardwood lumber industry knows that the standard way to sell hardwood lumber is in random width and length bundles. However, quite…
Thursday, 06 October 2016 17:42
How Are You Developing Your Leaders of Tomorrow?
Every company that places a high priority on strategic planning recognizes the importance of developing individuals to serve as that company’s future leaders. Where do…
Friday, 30 September 2016 13:49
Not all red oak is the same
If you have been around the hardwood lumber industry for any amount of time you have probably already learned that not all red oak is…
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Monday, 26 September 2016 13:29
Could Red Grandis Be an Option for You?
Over the past few years, the hardwood lumber species of Red Grandis has gained in popularity from manufacturers for many hardwood applications.
Wednesday, 21 September 2016 14:16
An Alternative to Paint Grade Maple
The trend in the cabinet industry for the last few years has been towards an increase in painted finishes. Where in the past the natural…
Tuesday, 20 September 2016 16:26
Four Ways to Drive Innovative Thinking in Your Business
There is almost no argument among successful business leaders that creative thinking is important. From our perspective at Baillie Lumber, we’re strong believers in our…
Wednesday, 14 September 2016 16:10
Hardwoods: Grade Lumber vs. Industrial Lumber
One of the things we can say about the hardwood lumber industry is we know how to get the most out of a log! Even…
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