Boise Cascade Announces $140M Commitment for LA & AL Facility Improvements
Originally Published by: HBS Dealer — February 20, 2025
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In January 2024, Boise Cascade announced a $140 million commitment for improvements in its Louisiana and Alabama manufacturing facilities. That investment is beginning to product results, supporting and growing with customers across the U.S. and Canada, the company said.
A new BCI Joist line is coming to Thorsby, Alabama.
In Oakdale, La., a $75 million investment is underway to enhance reliable veneer production through equipment refurbishment and replacement.
Veneer is the main building block for BCI Joists, Versa-Lam LVL beams, headers, columns, and plywood products. By upping production capacity, the company said its customers will have more dependable access to Boise Cascade products.
Additionally, Boise Cascade said its Thorsby, Ala., facility, which also produces Versa-Lam LVL, is getting a new BCI Joist line to expand production capabilities. The new line is expected to be operational in early 2026.
On the heels of the addition in Thorsby, the Chapman, Alabama, facility is converting an existing plywood line into a parallel laminated veneer (PLV) line. The new PLV panels will be used to make Versa-Lam LVL and flanges for BCI Joists. Expanded production in Chapman will make the most of our BCI joist capabilities in Alexandria and Thorsby to reliably deliver products.
“Increased production capacity means your projects can stay on track and keep your business competitive,” the company said.