A characterization of the British Columbia log home and timber frame manufacturing sector
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This study characterizes the log home and timber frame manufacturing sector in British Columbia, with a focus on the potential of utilizing insect-killed wood from the mountain pine beetle outbreak. A mail survey was conducted in the spring of 2003 to assess the industry's status. In 2002, an estimated 200 companies were active within BC using approximately 200 000 m3 of fibre, employing 1500 workers, and producing 2200 homes to generate sales of $140 million CDN. Results indicate that these sectors are poised for growth and that firms are willing to using insect-killed wood. Key words: log homes, timber frame homes, industry overview, British Columbia, mountain pine beetle
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