Lumber company to invest $10.5 million in Mobile County location

Construction is set to begin in April and be completed in June.

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): A lumber company is set to make a multi-million dollar investment into its Port City location.

According to a news release, a subsidiary of Canfor Southern Pine Inc., New South Lumber Company Inc., is investing $10.5 million in the Mobile County location.

The company will be adding “a new dual-path continuous dry kiln.” This move aims to increase efficiency and drying capacity, as well as provide room for growth in the future.

“This investment reinforces the company’s commitment to maintaining and strengthening its existing workforce and ensuring the long-term sustainability of the operation,” said Canfor Southern Pine Inc. President Lee Goodloe.

Construction is set to begin in April and be completed in June.

Courtesy: www.wkrg.com

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