GP invests US$6m in LVL plant in Thorsby
16 January 2015Georgia-Pacific plans an investment of approximately US$6m to expand production capacity of laminated veneer lumber (LVL) at its engineered lumber operations in Thorsby, Alabama.
Improvements include upgrading the press system's lay-up line and veneer sheet feeders, as well as increasing overall veneer dryer capacity and efficiency. Project completion is expected by Q2, 2015.
"As the housing market continues a slow, but steady improvement, we are investing in our building products division to ensure our ability to meet growing customer needs," said Paul Watterson, general manager for Georgia-Pacific's engineered lumber business.
"Along with being located within a good wood basin that provides easy access to raw materials, the improvements to our Thorsby operations will increase our ability to supply LVL - a key component for beams and headers in new construction."
