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Your Industrial Hardwood Lumber Supplier Selection Guide

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Your Industrial Hardwood Lumber Supplier Selection Guide

Choosing an industrial hardwood lumber supplier is crucial to the success of your construction, manufacturing, and shipping projects. Take the time to assess the hardwood lumber supplier of your choosing to so you can meet your project’s goals and, even better, develop a long-term relationship with an industrial wood supplier.

Determine Your Hardwood Lumber Needs

Hardwood timbers are the perfect choice for projects that require durability and strength. If you need dunnage for shipping […]

By Liz Papagni|2026-07-08T10:23:14-05:00July 14th, 2026|Lumber|

Southern Yellow Pine Lumber: What Industrial Buyers Need to Know

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Southern Yellow Pine Lumber: What Industrial Buyers Need to Know

Many consider Southern Yellow Pine to be a premier softwood for industrial applications. Several reasons contribute to this, like its high density, structural strength, and treatment suitability. Yet another reason is its abundant growth in the Southeast, particularly in the Gulf Coast region, making it easy to access any time of year.

The Physical Properties of Southern Yellow Pine Lumber

Southern Yellow Pine is the strongest softwood with high density. In fact, its […]

By Liz Papagni|2026-06-25T08:30:10-05:00June 30th, 2026|Lumber|

A Buyer’s Guide to ISPM 15 Compliant Lumber

ISPM 15 Compliance

A Buyer’s Guide to ISPM 15 Compliant Lumber

Anyone involved in international shipping is already aware of the various requirements that must be met, particularly when it comes to wooden packaging and crating. For those new to exporting, you’ll need to become familiar with ISPM 15 compliance and where to find heat treated lumber specifically for shipping overseas.

What Is ISPM 15 Compliant Lumber?

ISPM 15 compliant lumber is heat treated lumber used to make wood packaging material like pallets, crates, and […]

By Liz Papagni|2026-05-29T14:02:10-05:00June 23rd, 2026|ISPM 15 Compliance|

How to Choose the Right Outrigger Pad for Heavy Equipment Operations

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How to Choose the Right Outrigger Pad for Heavy Equipment Operations

With several materials and sizes of outrigger pads available, choosing the right one for your specific job can be difficult. An outrigger pad is a load-distributing platform placed under the outrigger foot of a crane or aerial lift to spread weight and prevent equipment from sinking or shifting during operation. You need to know a lot of things about your equipment, ground conditions, and the outrigger pads you’re considering before you make a selection. Let’s look […]

By Liz Papagni|2026-06-25T09:08:27-05:00May 19th, 2026|Manufactured Products|

What Is Dunnage Lumber and Why Does It Matter for Industrial Shipping?

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What Is Dunnage Lumber and Why Does It Matter for Industrial Shipping?

Dunnage lumber is wood used to protect cargo during shipping and storage, typically made from pine and hardwoods like oak. Standard dunnage wood comes in standard shapes and sizes, such as 2×4, 4×4, and 6×6, but you can also request custom shapes to accommodate specific loads.

The lumber used for dunnage is usually the lowest industrial grade or Grade #4, and may have knots […]

By Liz Papagni|2026-06-22T10:23:46-05:00May 5th, 2026|Dunnage|

Making an Informed Decision on Purchasing and Storing Scaffold Planks

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Making an Informed Decision on Purchasing and Storing Scaffold Planks

Wood scaffold planks are an essential component in any construction project where elevated work areas are required. They are used to provide a safe and stable platform for workers and their tools, equipment and materials. With so many options to choose from, it can be challenging to know which type of plank is right for your specific needs.

One of the most critical factors to consider when selecting a scaffold plank is its strength and stiffness. Two commonly used […]

By Lodge Lumber|2023-05-31T14:27:15-05:00May 26th, 2023|Scaffold Planks|

Thinking of making the switch to CNG vehicles? A quick guide of things to consider.

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Thinking of making the switch to CNG vehicles? A quick guide of things to consider.

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fleets have been growing for years, and we would like to provide some insight on our experience as a fleet. CNG is an environmental and economical alternative to gasoline and diesel that companies have incorporated into their trucks and equipment. Lodge Lumber made the switch in 2014 so, let’s look at some of the things we considered in our decision-making process.

Where does natural gas come from? Compressed natural gas is a gas that […]

By Lodge Lumber|2023-03-01T19:02:46-06:00March 1st, 2023|CNG Vehicle Resources|

ISPM15 – Export Compliant Lumber: What You Need to Know Before You Export

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ISPM15 – Export Compliant Lumber: What You Need to Know Before You Export

ISPM15 lumber is wood that has been treated to meet the requirements of the international standard for phytosanitary measures number 15 (ISPM15). The standard was developed by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) in order to prevent the spread of harmful pests and diseases through the international movement of wood products.

In order to be compliant with ISPM15, lumber must be heat treated or fumigated. Heat treatment involves heating the wood to a minimum core temperature of 56 degrees […]

By Lodge Lumber|2026-04-30T15:32:00-05:00December 20th, 2022|Export Compliant Lumber|

Monday Market Report: 12/6/21

Happy Monday everyone! It’s been a while folks, but we wanted to get some current information out to everyone before year end. Availability on most products in our region has been limited for some 8 weeks now and pushed pricing back up across the board. The key factors impacting it have been increasing demand, limited import supply due to container shipping costs and delays, mill production staff shortages and closures for maintenance, and most recently southern plywood mills […]

By Andrew Harris|2021-12-06T14:18:34-06:00December 6th, 2021|Lumber Market Reports|

Monday Market Report: 8/23/21

Happy Monday everyone! The good news continues for anyone looking to spend some money on plywood anytime soon. Pricing is down closer to “normal” trading levels, but OSB pushed up for the first time in two months. That could mean we’re nearing the bottom, but that remains to be seen.

Lumber continues to push down in most regions and species, but southern yellow pine has held and pushed up in some cases for several weeks especially in 2” dimensional […]

By Andrew Harris|2021-08-23T15:20:51-05:00August 23rd, 2021|Lumber Market Reports|