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The Founding of Timber Products CompanyA new series highlighting milestones in our history.

Winter 2016

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GET TO KNOW: CORE CONSTRUCTION

HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURSThe holiday season is a chance to set aside our day-to-day activities and reflect on all we are thankful for and what is truly important in life and business.

Our family is honored to have an exceptional team of 1,123 members who work hard to make sure we continue to be the preferred choice of our customers and that we deliver on our promise of quality products and services.

We recently launched our new website, timberproducts.com. This state-of-the-art

tool will help our customers, distributors and employees find useful information at their fingertips. We have created a unified showcase for all of our product offerings, a robust dealer and retail locator, a powerful search function and an easy-to-access library of information and inspiration. The new website accurately reflects our commitment to innovation and to be an educational resource for our customer-partners.

To each of our valued partners, we say thank you for your loyal support of Timber Products

Company. We will continue to work hard to earn your trust every day.

During these holidays let us all be mindful and give thanks for the men and women in our armed forces, whose sacrifices provide us the freedom we enjoy every day here at home.

From our family to yours, we wish you the best this holiday season and a happy, healthy, prosperous 2017!

Happy Holidays.

Plywood panels from Timber Products Company come in a stunning variety of eye-catching hardwood veneers, but the core beneath the surface is what gives the panel its most valuable construction characteristics. Timber Products offers four main core options: Veneer Core, Pro-Core, MDF and Particleboard.

We spoke with John Wasniewski, Regional Manager, Oregon Panel Products for Timber Products Company, to learn more about what goes into each type of core.

Venerable VeneerApproximately 75% of hardwood plywood panels are made with veneer core. We refer to this type of construction as a veneer core panel. At Timber Products Company, the softwood veneer innerplies are made from Douglas fir, white fir or pine from our company-owned timberlands.

A standard 3/4" panel has seven components. Five layers of softwood veneer make up the innerplies, with a hardwood veneer face and back as the outer two decorative components.

Softwood veneer is made by peeling logs.Timber Products uses logs with a smaller diameter to minimize knot size and enhance grade characteristics for hardwood plywood. The sheets are then dried to a specific moisture content, graded and sorted before moving on to our lay-up department.

The most important piece of veneer is the crossband—the component that goes directly under the hardwood veneer face and back.

“The more we can pair up with a customer or

end-user, the better we understand their needs. We

want to be sure they get the right product for their

specific applications.”

“How well the crossband performs determines the quality and appearance of the panel,” said Wasniewski.

That crossband component does not need to be veneer, however. In fact, Timber

Products’ Pro-Core panels use a thin panel of MDF as the crossband in order to utilize the best attributes of both veneer (strength to weight) and MDF (consistent smoothness) in one panel.

A veneer core panel can be made one of two ways. In a one-step process, all seven layers are pressed at the same time. In a two-step process, a veneer core platform, or blank, is first created out of the five softwood innerplies, then sanded and calibrated before decorative hardwood veneer is applied and pressed in a second step. This achieves high-end surface quality with tighter thickness tolerances for those demanding high-quality applications.

Core ConsiderationsOne core is not better than another—each is designed for a specific application. Timber Products Company works with customers to match the right core to the end-use application.

“The more we can pair up with a customer or end-user, the better we understand their needs,” Wasniewski said. “We want to be sure they get the right product for their specific applications.”

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AFFILIATE SPOTLIGHT: AMERICAN PLYWOOD ASSOCIATIONTimber Products Company’s success depends in part on the support of our incredible partners and affiliates. This quarter, we want to recognize the American Plywood Association (APA), a nonprofit trade association focused on engineered wood products.

The APA has its roots in the Pacific Northwest. It was founded in 1933 as the Douglas Fir Plywood Association, and has grown along with the introduction of new innovations to represent manufacturers in both the US and Canada through applied research, product certification and market development.

The APA’s research plays an important role in advancing new engineered wood systems like glulam, wood I-joists, rim board and laminated veneer lumber. Additionally, special research projects help set standards for performance

and safety. Recent projects include evaluating creep performance of structural insulated panels, testing energy-efficient panels that combine foam and wood, and identifying design standards for load-bearing structures.

The APA trademark is an important tool to identify panel grades and performance. It appears only on products manufactured by APA members as an assurance that the product lives up to the APA’s rigorous quality inspections and tests.

Timber Products Company is a proud member of the APA. The engineered wood products from our mill in Grants Pass, Oregon carry the APA trademark, giving our customers reassurance backed by the APA’s decades of excellence.

To learn more about the APA, visit: apawood.org.

2016 YEAR IN REVIEW

As the year comes to a close, we warmly reflect on 2016 and look ahead at the many opportunities of next year. 2016’s highlights include:

New ProductsAfter the addition of Ampine and Encore particleboard to the Timber Products family, we introduced the Apex composite panel in an effort to meet the demands of those looking for an MDF substitute. Alongside Apex, we continued building out our line of exotic and unique architectural plywood panels, all of which have been well received by our customers.

A Brand New Look and FeelThis summer, we had the privilege of

introducing our new website, as well as all new marketing literature. The launch of timberproducts.com marked a turning point in our branding, as well as our thought leadership in the woodworking industry. We encourage everyone to browse the site to discover the various facets of our business.

Federal RegulationThe EPA’s rule to implement the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act, will add Title VI to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). Timber Products Company is already in full compliance with the CARB Formaldehyde Emission standards, and we are pleased to see the standards will soon be applied to the entire country.

Looking Ahead to 2017Country CrossingsTimber Products will be sponsoring the Country Crossings Music Festival next summer. 2017 will be the inaugural year for this festival and Timber Products Company is thrilled that it is taking place in the company’s backyard of Central Point, Oregon. Because of this, we will be rolling out a set of handsome promotion packages for tickets, travel, mill tours and more before and during the event. Stay tuned!

AWFS Trade ShowWe are enthusiastically looking forward to the Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers® trade show, which will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada July 19-22, 2017. The AWFS

show is considered one of the places to be for woodworking manufacturers looking for new and exciting innovations in the industry.

Updated TrainingEvery year, new technology continues to evolve. Because of this, the way we train distributors and end users about our products and regulations will expand and become more versatile for the modern-day woodworker. Our new website’s customer portal will enable visitors to find qualified training and information in real time.

We hope all of our customers, employees, friends and family had an amazing 2016. Here’s to the new year!

TP TRUCKING DRIVER APPRECIATION WEEKNational Truck Driver Appreciation Week is a time when trucking companies across America honor their drivers for their hard work. Trucking is a demanding and important job, so TP Trucking spent the week celebrating the professional men and women that make up our team.

Every year for more than 15 years, TP Trucking has treated our drivers with three days of meals cooked by the managers. Giveaways are part of the fun each year, with this year’s gift bags including headlamps, gloves, toiletries, as well as several other items donated by numerous vendors like Papé, Pilot, Hays Oil, General Trailer and many more.

The goal of Driver Appreciation Week is not just to feed and dote on our employees, but also to build and grow relationships between team members.

“Anybody that comes in the yard can sit down, relax, get a good meal and talk with us,” said Craig Turner, General Manager for TP Trucking. “We make ourselves very available.”

Every year, each TP Trucking region selects their Driver of the Year. For 2016, we would like to congratulate:

• Company Driver (West): Mona Chisum• Owner-Operator (West): Nick Sauer• Company Driver (East): Laramie McDoniel• Owner-Operator (East): Brian Breese• Mechanic of the Year: Cliff Wilson

Because of TP Trucking’s steady growth, many of the drivers who joined us for Driver Appreciation Week this year were brand new to the company. Throughout the week, managers were told that the respect shown to new and old employees was a stand-out reason why they choose to drive for TP Trucking.

TP Trucking is always looking for new drivers to join our team—both as company drivers or as owner-operators. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages and a wide range of routes and schedules. If you know someone who may be interested in working for TP Trucking, please let them know we’re hiring.

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SEASON’S GREETINGS: THE ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF CHRISTMAS TREESThe scent of fresh pine in the home is a staple for many of us during the holidays. Here at Timber Products Company it not only gets us in the holiday spirit, but also reminds us of our commitment to sustainability.

Better yet, the growing and harvesting of real trees has tangible benefits for the environment:

Carbon EmissionsWhile growing, a Christmas tree will spend eight to 12 years removing carbon from the atmosphere. Plus, trees purchased from local farms have a low transportation footprint.

RecyclabilityAt the end of its life, a real tree can be

recycled into biodegradable wood chips and compost—organic products which can be used in gardening.

SustainabilityFor every tree that is harvested on a typical Christmas tree farm, three new seedlings are planted. Because of this process, the industry helps sustain itself and the environment. The more trees that are cut and sold directly increases the number of future trees cleaning the air.

WildlifeBecause it takes roughly ten years for a Christmas tree to grow and harvest, the natural evergreen canopy provides wildlife like birds and small rodents shelter from the elements during the colder months.

Forest ManagementFor a truly unique experience, head out into the woods to cut down your own Christmas tree. Most national forests allow harvest with a Forest Service-issued permit. Be sure to contact your local forest district for more details.

Enjoy the fresh pine scent of your own locally farmed or harvested tree this December, and rest assured you are helping the environment.

Happy Holidays!

IN THE TREES: THE FOUNDING OF TIMBER PRODUCTS COMPANYWith little over one year before Timber Products Company turns 100, it is important to look back at where the company came from and how times have changed, as well as the evolution of the wood products industry.

Timber Products Company was founded as the Tomlin Box Company in 1918 by John Tomlin. The company’s first product was wooden boxes to hold fruit and other agricultural goods, filling a sizable need for Southern Oregon’s apple and pear orchards.

The company not only sold boxes and box shook—the set of parts for assembling boxes—to local fruit-packing houses, it also had a bustling business with farmers to the south. Oranges, lemons, berries and other sunny California produce were all packed in boxes made by John Tomlin’s company.

Tomlin Box Company grew throughout the years, spurred by railroad construction and thriving West Coast farms. It even weathered

a devastating fire at its sawmill in 1926. The focus on boxes would continue until 1930. Shortly after, John Tomlin would change his business’ name to Timber Products Company and begin manufacturing and processing pine lumber.

This is the first in a series highlighting specific milestones in the history of Timber Products Company. Look for installments in future Timberline newsletters.

ALL PATHS LEAD TO SUCCESS AT TIMBER PRODUCTS COMPANYThe wood products industry has both rich historic roots and a bright future with growing employment opportunities. Timber Products Company offers many jobs across a wide range of professions, from traditional manufacturing, transportation and office roles to cutting-edge positions in science and technology.

A career in wood products is sure to be fulfilling—no matter the path you take.

A Focus on TrainingAt Timber Products, there are a number of career paths an employee can take. Production employees most often start in entry-level

positions and, with time, can move into more skilled manufacturing positions or supervisory roles. With salaried employees, there are a number of roles and responsibilities one may initially start with, and then, over time, such employees will often have opportunities to expand their responsibilities.

“Timber Products Company helps employees grow by offering a variety of training and educational opportunities,” explains Bill Nevell, VP of Human Resources.

Regardless of how an employee prefers to learn, there are boundless opportunities to broaden knowledge. “It might be going back to school

to earn a degree or attending a seminar or workshop,” said Nevell.

If there is a desire to go back to school, Timber Products’ tuition reimbursement program allows employees to earn their degree. “Timber Products encourages continued education,” said Lynn Morris, Human Resources Manager. “If they’re seeking a degree that’s job-related, we support that.”

Encouraging Employee GrowthSeveral specific programs within Timber Products Company help employees who want to grow. Many employees have attended Dale Carnegie training classes to hone their skills, and Timber Products also has an in-house Leadership University that helps train employees for management roles. While at Leadership University, personnel move from facility to facility learning about their operations. By the end, they are more prepared for a role with supervisory responsibilities.

“Employees are encouraged to explore new positions,” said Nevell. One employee who began at Grants Pass in a production role transitioned into a scheduler. He then used the tuition reimbursement program to attain his degree and was ultimately chosen for a controller position for Timber Products.

“We supported him, and now he’s doing a great job for us in his current role,” said Nevell.

We’re Always Looking to GrowTimber Products Company offers a very strong compensation package that includes competitive pay, a comprehensive health care plan, 401k match and generous vacation time. Do you know someone who would be interested in joining us at Timber Products, or learning more about career advancement? Please visit the careers page on timberproducts.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.

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ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORKING INSTITUTE 64TH ANNUAL CONVENTION RECAPTimber Products Company attended the Architectural Woodworking Institute (AWI) Annual Convention for the first time this year. “It was a change of pace from many of the fast-paced trade shows we normally attend,” said Lori Burke, Product Specialist for the Spectrum Division. “Beyond giving us a chance to showcase our product, it also let us learn valuable insights into our end users.”

Timber Products had a tabletop display featuring its line of architectural plywood made from exotic veneers—a fairly new product line out of the Spectrum division. “We drew in a lot of people with those panels because they’re quite unique and beautiful,” said Burke. Bob Brown, the Director of Sales – Composite Panels, brought along his Apex display, and it was a hit. Specifically, there was increased interest in the fire-rated Apex line from various store-front display makers.

The attendees were varied, from high-end cabinet makers to companies that make acoustic panels and woodworking for hotels. Speaking directly with these customers instead of through the traditional distribution channel allowed Timber Products to open a dialog that was previously overlooked. “It was fun to be able to meet the end users,” said Burke.

All in all, the AWI conference was a rousing success, and Timber Products Company looks forward to the possibility of attending again next year.

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COUNTRY CROSSINGS MUSIC FESTIVAL – SUMMER 2017 Put on your dancing boots—the inaugural Country Crossings Music Festival will be held in Timber Products Company’s backyard of Central Point, Oregon on July 27-30, 2017.

According to the event’s organizer, Taelor Dunn, headliners include Keith Urban, Brett Eldredge, Luke Bryan and Chris Stapleton. “I’m really excited for Chris Stapleton,” Dunn said. “I’ve heard that he puts on one heck of a show!”

Though portions of the lineup are still being finalized, more than 35 artists are expected to perform throughout the four-day weekend, with an emphasis on mixing big names and local favorites. “We are absolutely going to get local acts for the second stage,” said Dunn. “It’s all about getting their names out there!”

The four-day festival is projected to see over 25,000 fans in attendance per day and over 2,200 campsites.

Timber Products Company is proud to be the Saturday sponsor for Country Crossings. We partnered with WCMC, the production company behind the festival, at last year’s Cape Blanco Country Music Festival and are excited to continue our partnership at the new festival in 2017.

More details will be available soon, but do not sleep on tickets to the Country Crossings Music Festival. Visit their website at cxfest.com for packages and prices. We will see you next summer!

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HELLO! I’M FLAT FREDDY Please give a warm welcome to the newest member of the Timber Products Company team: Flat Freddy, our Feedback Experience Expert.

Upon joining the team, Flat Freddy went straight to work—he traveled the road in November, visiting our distributor partners, cabinet makers, fixture manufacturers and contractors in order to hear what they think about different aspects of Timber Products, including our services, products and the customer experience.

Where can you find Flat Freddy? Hitching a ride between panels in a variety of Timber Products panel units, of course! He will be traveling from our southern Oregon and Corinth, Mississippi facilities to meet distributors and customers from coast to coast.

For the lucky people who find Flat Freddy in their shipment, we ask that they answer the survey

questions on the prepaid postcard. This will help us achieve our goal of providing superior customer service, efficient delivery and high-quality products. For even more fun, finders of Freddy can email a picture of themselves with Flat Freddy and the panel in which they found him to marketing@timberproducts.com and receive a complimentary Timber Products Company hat.

If by chance you don’t get a visit from Flat Freddy, we encourage you to leave your feedback on our web-based survey (coming soon).

We look forward to hearing what you have to say!

WHAT WE LEARNED FROM KCMA 2016Every fall, Timber Products Company looks forward to the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association’s (KCMA) annual conference as an opportunity to connect with cabinet manufacturers and other industry professionals while also discovering new trends both domestically and internationally. This year, the conference took place in Greensboro, North Carolina from October 6 through 12.

Rick Montoya is Timber Products’ representative to the KCMA, serving on the Associates Committee. This year, the committee focused on how Associate Members (industry suppliers) can create value for Active Members (cabinet manufacturers).

Kicking off in the exhibition hall, KCMA hosted breakfast, lunch and a reception so members could mingle. Throughout the event our booth gave us the opportunity to hold business meetings and connect with manufacturers.

Along with networking, Montoya attended several presentations. The first was a panel discussion about design trends—particularly about how new design and construction ideas are adopted much faster in Europe than in the US. The topic of the second panel was compliance

in relation to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Title VI: Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products, an important topic for industry members and end-users alike.

One of the most interesting aspects of the conference was the facility tours on Monday and Tuesday. With the plant visits, members had a chance to visit a few of the many manufacturers and suppliers in North Carolina and Virginia. A common theme Montoya noticed during each tour was the implementation of lean manufacturing by using state-of-the-art equipment, efficient organization and well-planned processes.

“One of the most impressive plants I toured was the Marsh Furniture Company,” said Montoya. He visited Marsh roughly ten years ago and remembered how the facility had once been dark, with inventory stacked inefficiently. “Now it was brightly lit, clean and organized. It was like a completely different company.”

Manufacturers are not the only ones adopting lean efficiency—suppliers are getting on board as well. Montoya was especially impressed with Southern Finishing, who has a 48-hour turnaround on most orders. “A lot of companies are realizing they need to lean down like this to stay relevant,” said Montoya.

According to Montoya, the event was well-attended and informative. As the first event under KCMA’s new leadership, Betsy Natz, it heralded a positive direction for the association. “I’m excited to see where she takes KCMA,” said Montoya.

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GET TO KNOW: CORE CONSTRUCTION (Continued from page 1)

Before selecting a core type, it is beneficial to know the characteristics and attributes of the varying types.

• Strength-to-weight ratio: Particleboard and MDF are more densely constructed, so the weight-per-panel is heavier than with veneer core. Depending on the end use, the weight of the core you choose could have a significant impact on functionality.

• Screwholding strength: Measured by how much force it takes to pull a screw out of the edge or the face of a panel. Veneer core panels excel in this area.

• Machinability: Refers to how easily and smoothly the panel can be chamfered, drilled, slotted, grooved or CNC’d. MDF and our Apex composite panels have excellent machinability.

• Laminating surface: Pro-Core, MDF and Particleboard core types all have smooth engineered surfaces that provide an ex-ceptional laminating surface for hardwood veneer and other overlays.

Most importantly, before beginning your next job, speak with a Timber Products panel expert to discover the best core solution for your application. Visit timberproducts.com and click “Talk to an Expert” or call us at 800-547-9520.

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