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FOR SALE

Auction June 12
Laporte, CO

  • JD 84 4WD loader
  • Komatsu pneumatic tire fork lift
  • Drott 18T crane
  • Grove 18T crane
  • JD 400 tractor and loader
  • JLG 600S man lift
  • Genie material lift
  • 1998 CHevy C6500 truck with 24' ;dump bed
  • 3 work pickups
  • scaffolding and many tools

WW Auctions and Real Estate, Inc
www.wwsells.com
(970) 221-4300

LOG BUILDING TOOLS FINALLY UP AND RUNNING!!!
Please visit our website at www.logbuildingtools.ca STARRETT & MACKIE scribers; heavy duty drawknives up to 30"; peeling spuds; chopping & finishing axes; broadaxes; adzes; GRANSFORS axes; ENGLISH slicks; ROBERT SORBY, HENRY TAYLOR, FOOTPRINT & PHEIL chisels and gouges; JAPANESE slicks, chisels, saws, ink lines & flex squares; hand-forged Flarens, shovel gouges, flat & scarf slicks, drawknives & draw-gouges; BARR Specialty Tools; peavies; cant hooks; lifting tongs; log dogs & cleats; log horses; water stones; Diamond whetstones; NORTHWEST calipers, tenon cutters & long auger bits; ship augers; chainsaw mills & attachments; MAKITA & MAFELL planers, saws & chain mortisers; MACKIE log building books & videos. FREE 32-page catalogue.

MAGARD VENTURES LTD
8365 Domagala Road, Prince George, BC, Canada V2K 5R1
Tel: 250-962-9057 Fax: 250-962-9157
Attn: Maurice Gardy
magardlogtools@telus.net
www.logbuildingtools.ca

1999 Heartwood Band Sawmill Model 310 Electric
Never been used; 6" Double-Cut (cutting travel speed up to 3 feet per second forward or reverse). Will require 600 Volt 3 Phase Power or motor exchange. The only noticeable noise this mill makes is the actual blade cutting through wood. Eighty-eight feet of track; operator travels with mill head along track. Numerous track-mounted hydraulic log handing systems and full programmable computer controlled set works. (We purchased 2 and only set one up for use.) Purchased in 1999, replacement value of this unit today is over $130,000 Canadian. Asking $65,000.00 Canadian, will require some site preparation and assembly. To compare this to any of the small bandsaws is like comparing a hi-way tractor/ trailer to a go-cart, this is a serious production mill. We often can go three weeks between bandsaw blade sharpenings! Please arrange for an appointment to see the twin unit in operation. Link to this model at Heartwood Saw: http://www.heartwoodsaw.com/Model_310.html

Email to info@moosemountain.com or phone toll free 1-877-932-3992 Lloyd Beckedorf, Moose Mountain Log Homes Inc.

Logworks Helper Pricing program specially written for fast and accurate takeoffs and quotes of log home shells. You can customize it for the pricing methods and preferences you currently use. Note: you must own a copy of Microsoft Excel® to run Logworks Helper. Developed by Dai Ona with help from John Boys. Contact Ann at the ILBA offices for sales and enquiries. CDN $500.

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HELP WANTED

Big Foot Manufacturing Inc in Tappen British Columbia is looking to hire a qualified Timber Framer with CNC experience. We are currently expanding our product lines now that we are entering the North American market. The ideal candidate will be a journey man Timber Framer who has experience operating a Hundegger k2. This person will be responsible for processing and fitting final pieces and may be required to do some on site erection.

Please e mail resumes in confidence to: wayne@bigfoot-mfg.com
Or deliver them in person to:
Big Foot Manufacturing
3380 Ford Road
Tappen B.C.

Daizen Joinery is looking for an experienced, full time K2 machine operator also experienced full time timber framer. Please send your resume to Dai at dai@daizen.com, fax 604-677-5264 or mail to Box 550, Chase BC Canada V0E1M0
Experienced full-scribe log builder wanted for year round, full-time work. Big White Pine logs. Good working conditions, minimal travel, good pay and benefits. Rural and beautiful Northern Vermont near Connecticut River and White Mountains of New Hampshire. 3 hours from Boston, Montreal and coast of Maine. Outdoors oriented person with good woodworking and math skills. To apply send or email resume and references. The Wooden House Co., Ltd., 3714 North Rd., S. Ryegate, Vermont to Newbury, Vermont 05051 Phone: 802-429- 2490 email: john@woodenhousecompany.com

Log Crafters Wanted Mid-level (3-5 years experience) or possibly builders capable of taking on a project with our crew or their crew.

While dual US & Canadian citizenship or Class 1 truck driver's license would be a benefit, it is not necessary. Applicants must have Canadian citizenship or Landed Immigrant status. With Moose Mountain you will be involved in patented and warranted air and weather tight fully scribed joinery, exciting projects and the possibility of travel with a company that is over 30 years in business. Earnings dependent on skill and experience and level of responsibility willing to take on please call to discuss. Call us toll free at 1-877-932-3992 or email info@moosemountain.com.

Did you know Environment Canada has determined that southwestern Alberta enjoys Canada's overall nicest climate and we are situated in the most moderate area of Alberta all with the Rocky Mountains at our doorstep. Alberta has one of the lowest costs of living plus the very lowest tax, what do you want your future to hold?

To see the caliber of projects Moose Mountain builds, visit our photo gallery at: www.moosemountain.com

Handcrafted Log & Timber Frame Builders Edgewood Log Structures, a successful Handcraft and Timber Frame company in Coeur d’Alene, is looking for both experienced and apprentice log and timber crafters. Wages are DOE. Full time positions available immediately. Please send resumé to Edgewood Log Structures, P.O. Box 1030, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816 or call 208-683-3332
Log Builders and Timber Framers Wanted We need 4 to 5 log home builders and/or timber framers at our plant in Chilliwack, BC. We will be busy for the whole next year. Please contact us via email at cancedar@shaw.ca or phone 604-836-8315 and ask for Gerhard.
Legendary Logcrafters Limited is a handcrafted log home producer in Collingwood Ontario. Due to a consistent annual growth, our company is adding multiple positions from apprenticeships to experienced log home builders. Legendary offers highly competitive wages and a very structured work environment. Please email resume to Legendary@legendarylog.com or fax 705-444-6675 or call 705-444-0400
Handcrafted Log Home Builder Wanted:
Full Time position available immediately, experienced applicants only please. Wage negotiable, depending on experience. Please send resume with references to: Whitevalley Log Homes Ltd., Cherryville, BC Attn: Eric Ph/Fax: 250-547-6666 info@whitevalleyloghomes.com
Log/Timber Craftsman Small custom log and timber building company in Carbondale, Colorado (30 minutes from Aspen) dedicated to high quality craftsmanship, is looking for experienced log/timber craftsman. Must be willing to learn more and able to work closely with small crew. Beautiful mountain location with all the outdoor recreation choices.
Please send email inquiry to marianne@ackermanlogandtimber.com
Experienced Log Builder Wanted for permanent full time position. Send resumes with references to danielalbert@coyoteloghomes.ca or fax 613-756-6186. See our work at www.coyoteloghomes.ca

The Log Connection is currently seeking three to four highly motivated, enthusiastic individuals to become part of our design team. Two positions are available for drafters with a minimum of two years architectural CADD drafting. Two positions are available for accomplished drafters/designers with ability to complete highly detailed log home construction drawings within a specified time period is a definite asset. Duties will include the creation of working drawings for custom log homes based on preliminary designs, production design and detailing, shop drawings as well as modifications to existing designs. Scope of work may range from medium sized residential to large commercial projects. Preferred experience would include log home design/drafting.

Provide resume and samples of past CADD work, attention to:
Mr. Dave Sutton,
The Log Connection,
129 Nanaimo Ave. West,
Penticton, BC Canada V2A 1N2

Log Builder Wanted Log Home Builder career opportunity available with a progressive, quality oriented, full service log home company. Edmonton area, permanent full time, year round. 1-2 years experience, must have own tools and transportation, wages are $18.00-$30.00/hr on piece work. Fax resume to 780-460-2584.

Company in Sweden looking for Two Log Builders Grizzly Constructions is looking for 2 log builders. Our company works with full scribe and saddle/notch technique. Experienced log builder preferred but not required. Start as soon as possible. We will find you a place to live. Tools/ equipment not required. Wages negotiable. Working timeframe: between 4 and 6-month minimum.
Grizzly Constructions
Svansåsen 1
68060 Sysslebäck, Sweden
Email: info@grizzlylodges.com
Phone: 0046-761334180
Top Notch Logworks Inc. of Gypsum, Colorado is looking for motivated and fun individuals for log and timber construction in the Vail/Aspen areas of Colorado. We are a great place to work and want people who can think on their feet. We don’t micro-manage, and want you to take the lead. Salary based on experience. We really would like to find an experience lead who can read plans and manage jobs but less experienced people are okay also. Check us out on the web or call Paul @ 970-989-0689 cell.

Experienced Log Crafters
Moose Mountain Log Homes Inc. currently has two full time long term positions open for experienced log handcrafters with Canadian citizenship. Join a leading edge, quality oriented company that has been in the business for over 30 years!

Please phone 1-877-932-3992 Fax 1-877-932- 3993 or email info@moosemountain.com with your log work history. Wages, earnings based on experience.

Experienced log builder wanted Back Country Log Homes, a small business located 40 minutes from Saskatoon, is looking for a dependable, and motivated full or part time builder. Our goal is to manufacture the highest quality log homes. Please send resumes to backcountry@yourlink.ca or contact Jeff at 306-493-3155 or cell 306-222-6558, fax 306-493-2481

Nicola LogWorks Log builder with timber frame experience or timber framer with log building experience to work in Merritt British Columbia. Scope of work includes layout and cutting skills in round log Post & Beam, Dovetail joinery, Timber frame and Scribed Joinery. Options for both temporary and permanent position(s). Please send resume to: John Boys, (john@logworks.ca) or fax 250 483-4045. Mail: Box 1027, Merritt BC Canada V1K 1B8. Phone: 250-378-4977. References and resume required. Learn more about Nicola LogWorks: www.logworks.ca

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Handcrafted Log Home Builder and sawyer returning to Europe mid May till September.
Graduate of Del Radomske's International School of Log Building 2006. Competent and confident builder who has worked at a quality oriented company in B.C. for nearly 3 years. 27 year old originally from Scotland. Willing to travel. Impressive resume and references available on request. Christopherhouston@hotmail.co.uk or 250-547-8996 (B.C Canada) Ideally looking for 3-4 month contract.


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SERVICES

FREE Log Selection Calculator
Go to www.LogBuilding.org and then click on “Free Information.” From that page choose the log selection calculator and download it to your computer. Requires Excel software to open and use this file. It gives you T-1, T-2, B-1 and B-2 for any set of logs.

Brian Lloyd Construction Consulting

  • Industry Consulting
  • Building Inspection
  • Expert Witness
  • Conflict Resolution

Vernon, BC. Tel/Fax 250-549-3545
email bg_Lloyd@hotmail.com

Ed Shure and Architect Paul Froncek have teamed up to provide you and your clients with beautiful designs that begin with a structural sensibility.

Our 23-year professional relationship enables us to provide site specific design, as well as coordination with timber craftsmen, contractors, engineers & building officials to insure a seamless (and mostly painless) process. We have the experience to create log & timber designs that you will love to build.

Full 3D drawing capability, including:

  • walk through presentations
  • permit & construction drawings
  • shop drawings for hand or machine cutting
  • steel & hardware design
  • structural analysis

For more info contact:

Ed Shure at Timmerhus Inc.
303-449-1336 or ed@timmerhusinc.com

Expert Witness—Robert W. Chambers is available as an expert witness, consultant, or inspector for log home disputes or lawsuits.

Please contact Robert at 612-804-2300 or robert@LogBuilding.org

TRAVELING TIMBERWRIGHT Professional Finish Carpenter for Scribe Fit and Post & Beam structures. 30 years accomplished tradesman in this field. Mobile, with extensive selection of tools. Honest and Reliable.

Contact: RALPH CLEGG (604) 740-2404 British Columbia Canada

David Hourdequin, PE, owner of D. Remy & Co. is our first “engineering” member located east of the Mississippi offering heavy timber and log system structural design services. His office is centrally located in western North Carolina. He is licensed through the mid-Atlantic and Southeastern US (see his membership listing under “engineers”). David is an active member of The Timber Frame Guild and their Timber Frame Engineering Council. He serves on the Technical Activities Committee which is currently in the process of getting the new design standard “TFEC 1-07 Standard for Design of Timber Frame Structures and Commentary” adopted and incorporated into the NF&PA National Design Specifications.

He especially enjoys working on complex and difficult projects of “high intensity and short duration.” His hobbies are astronomy, amateur telescope making, and adventure motorcycling around the mountains of the southeast.

To learn more about David, check out his website at www.dremy.com.

HsbCAD North America A comprehensive and customizable, AutoCad and AutoCad Architecture based 3D design solution for manufacturers of Log, Timberframe, Modular, Wall Panel, Steel Frame and Sips homes. Anthony Montesano, 6600 Trans-Canada Hwy, suite 203, Pointe-Claire, qc, Canada, H9R 4S2 Tel: 514-428-1444 x101, Fax: 514-428-1448

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TRAINING

COYOTE LOG HOME BUILDING SCHOOL

FALL SEMESTER BEGINS SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2009!
Are you building your own handcrafted log home or log cabin, but need help finishing the project? Looking for hands-on training in one particular area of log home building? Graduated from a log cabin building course and want to continue your education? We can help!

We offer Basic, Intermediate, and Expert log home building course for anyone at any level of log home building! We personalize our training so that every learner at our school comes away with an in-depth understanding of the materials covered. There’s no substitution for the experience gained from the hands-on learning we provide.

Discover more about the Coyote Log Home Building School online at www.coyoteloghomes.ca/about-us/log-home-building-school.aspx

New ownership, new instructor, new outlook
The Pat Wolfe Log Building School has recently transferred ownership. Pat Wolfe’s former assistant instructor, Brian Morrison, is now instructing 1-, 4- and 10-week courses in both the spring and fall. Maintaining the school’s traditional methods of log home construction, Brian Morrison brings a new approach to the quality of homes created and the professional education delivered.

Find out more about Brian and the Pat Wolfe Log Building School online at www.logbuildingschool.net.

Mara Mountain Log & Timber Training
Facility in Salmon Arm BC It’s time to get into a growing industry. Our students are the future of the trade. Starting March 2, 2009 to May 22, 2009, we are offering a 12-week training program with certified trainers. This is going to be an exciting hands on experience and the opportunity to get into a registered trade. Students will receive the knowledge and the enjoyment of a complete hands on experience of building a structure from the base round to the massive roof system.

Spring Course: March 2, 2009 - May 22, 2009
Summer Course: June 1, 2009 - August 21, 2009
Fall Course: September 1, 2009 - November 20, 2009
Winter Course: November 23, 2009 - February 12, 2010

Please contact:

Mara Mountain Log & Timber Training Facility
Glen Jackson
#1.C 5270 Auto Rd SE
Salmon Arm BC V1E 1X3
1-888-933-0017 or 250-833-0017
Fax: 250-833-0052
info@logandtimbertraining.com
www.logandtimbertraining.com

Northwest Community College Training Courses

Intro to Timber Frame: Level 4 - 80Kb PDF
Apr 3-Apr 5/09

Hand Hewing Timbers from Logs - 90Kb PDF
April 16/09

Jig-Cut Dovetail Log Building - 90Kb PDF
April 17-May 3/09

Log Home Restoration and Repair - 90Kb PDF
April 20-May 1/09


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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Due to the closing of WurthCSS, Will Leverett has decided to continue the distribution of the Assy Screws in North America and invites you to contact him on all of your Structural Screw needs. will.leverett@cox.net 478-474-9745.


International Log Builders' Association
PO Box 775
Lumby, BC
V0E 2G0 Canada

Phone: (250) 547-8776
Fax: (250) 547-8775

info@logassociation.org

 
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