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Welcome...
Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers,
Inc. (AHMI) has verified data from the U.S. Forest Service that timber
harvesting from the
Appalachian Hardwood Territory as defined by AHMI is
able to meet present needs without compromising those of future
generations sustainably. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's
Forest Inventory and Analysis research has found that annual timber harvest
levels in the 344-county Appalachian Hardwood Region have been
substantially less than net annual growth for more than 50 years.
The
Appalachian Hardwood Timber resource includes more than 65.4 million
acres in the eastern United States and provides the world with a
bounty of the finest hardwood species. AHMI is an association of lumber producers and
suppliers who manufacture and distribute the lumber and products
from this region. For more information on
sustainability,
click here.
There are four characteristics that make
Appalachian Hardwoods stand above hardwood lumber resources.
Since the
1920s when hardwood from this region began to make a name
for itself, Appalachian Hardwoods have: come from a
sustainable forest; consistent grain patterns, color and
durability; increased yield for manufacturers; and been made
in the United States of America. This tradition continues
eight decades later as Appalachian Oaks, Cherry, Maple and
Poplar set the standard for thousands of products and
materials across the world.
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The
natural conditions that create the Appalachian Mountains'
magnificent scenery also produce the world's most beautiful
hardwoods. Appalachian Hardwoods grown in the region
stretching from northern Georgia to western New York are
unique in all the world. Here, at elevations of 1,000 feet
and up, all the elements create the ideal
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Slow maturity means
tight growth rings, strong fibers and consistent grain
patterns which give Appalachian lumber it coveted beauty,
strength and durability. With so many elements working
together, it's not surprising that Appalachian lumber sets
the standard in thousands of products and materials around
the globe.
The mission of
Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers, Inc. is to assist you in making the
best decision for your hardwood needs. AHMI is a 200-member trade
association headquartered in High Point, N.C., the Furniture Capital of
the World, and our goal is the promotion of logs, lumber and products
from Appalachian Mountain region.
Thank you for
visiting our website. To learn more about Appalachian Hardwoods,
please follow the links to the top right.
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Send us
e mail
Appalachian
Hardwood
Manufacturers, Inc.
P.O. Box 427
High Point, NC 27261
Tel. (336) 885-8315
Fax (336) 886-8865 |
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