Roseburg Forest Products’ Post

Happy Saturday Morning, On this cloudy and cold Northern California morning for unknown reasons I started thinking about the Mackinaw Bridge. I grew up 240 miles south of the Mighty Mac in the small farming town of Holly Michigan. Michiganders my age grew up with the bridge, it seemed like Mighty Mac was always there. My friends and classmates never gave much thought to the engineering masterpiece that is the Mackinaw bridge. The Mighty Mac is the longest suspension bridge in the Western Hemisphere with 7400 feet of roadway suspended in the air over the straits of Mackinaw. The total length is just under 27,000' or 5 miles and is 552' high. The chief engineer for the Mackinac Bridge was David B. Steinman. This project was not easy, it produced over 4000 engineering drawings and 85,000 blueprints. The bridge took 48 months to build by over 3500 skilled workers. Sadly 5 workers died in the effort. Finally on November 1, 1957 the bridge opened for traffic. On January 1, 2024 I declared to my team that 2024 was the year of the partnership. I've learned that success in this industry is about building bridges - between partners, between businesses, and between opportunities. It's about creating connections that facilitate growth and enable progress. Just like the Mackinaw Bridge, my journey has had its fair share of challenges. From starting out moving furniture at Corrigan Moving Systems in Auburn Hills Michigan to becoming the Vice President of Chipman Relocation in Sacramento California, it's been a road marked by hard work, perseverance, and a relentless pursuit of growth. But every challenge has been an opportunity to learn, to grow, and to build stronger bridges. And I've been fortunate to have a strong support system along the way - my wife of 33 years, my four daughters, and my unwavering love for the industry. So, let's continue to build these bridges together. Let's connect, collaborate, and create opportunities for growth. Because together, we can achieve more. If my journey resonates with you, feel free to like, comment, or share this post. Let's inspire each other to build more bridges, in business and in life. #Logistics #Growth #Partnerships #OneChipman #Chipman #logistics #whiteglove #whiteglovedeliveries #omavantage #warehouse #fulfillmentservices #portlandwarehouse #shorttermwarehousing.

💡Did you know the time of year you choose to 𝗽𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘄𝗮𝘆 could affect how long it lasts! 🤔 When it comes to asphalt driveways, timing is everything! The 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 is late spring to early fall when temperatures are around a perfect 70°F! ☀️ But what if you missed the ideal paving season? Don't panic! There 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 to adapt, whether it's using special additives or working during cooler parts of the day. But remember, rushing might compromise the longevity and quality of your driveway. So take time today to plan your driveway upgrade. Whether it's asphalt for affordability, 💰 concrete for durability, 💪or brick for elegance! Always make sure to 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶

Our operations team unloaded this railcar filled with 60' lengths of Boise Cascade Company VersaLam LVL (laminated veneer lumber) which was received direct from Boise Cascade's mill. This railcar was received at our 10 acre facility in Newark, NJ which features a rail siding which can receive upwards of 20 rail cars at a time. This significantly reduced the number of tractor trailers that would typically have been used to ship this quantity of material to our locations in New Jersey & New York. Five of Kuiken Brothers nine locations feature active rail sidings which provides us with direct access to West Coast lumber mills. We have contracted with the premier lumber mills in North America to ensure a consistent supply of “premium” lumber at our locations in New Jersey and New York. In fact, each year we receive over 500 rail cars of plywood, OSB, studs, pre-cuts and dimensional lumber and engineered lumber shipped directly to us from the mill. #engineeredwood #gettingitdone #teamwork #buildingmaterialsupplier #railcar #operations #logistics

New Triad project going up in one of the strongest logistics corridors in the southeast.

The idea of modular has been around for a long time. In colonial times, folks would have buildings disassembled in England and reassembled on this side of the pond. And, a hundred years ago, Sears Roebuck and Co. even got into the modular game, shipping pre-constructed homes via railroad. However, nowadays, “New technology, like better construction cranes, have allowed modular buildings to be built bigger, taller, and in many designs. Units can be shipped across the country and can be put together on-site in a matter of days.” Read more here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eutNe4hp

CUSTOM BUILT - SOUTH BAYPORT

Going beyond the build for Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC. As one of America’s largest construction companies, almost everybody understands Brasfield & Gorrie is a builder. The key was helping audiences understand what makes the organization special: the why and the how that sets Brasfield & Gorrie apart from the rest.⁠ See the full case study: https://lnkd.in/gVp5-Hvz

Centrally located right off 595 - Fully paved & fenced

Consider FWC for your next project.

TUESDAY TIP: Your operational readiness plan is just as important as the engineering and construction of your new facility. Don't be left holding the keys of your new Ferrari with no gas to drive it! UpFRONT fuels a successful start-up. Let Joseph (Joe) Grande and I tell you more. #operationalreadiness #maintenanceplanning #UpFRONT #construction #greenfield #brownfield #buildingabetterworld