Universal Forest Products completes purchase of D-Stake Mill, Inc. and Manufacturing Country in Oregon

Jun 10, 2008. /Lesprom.com/. Universal Forest Products, Inc. announced that one of its subsidiaries has purchased certain assets of D-Stake Mill, Inc., in McMinnville, OR and Manufacturing Country, in Independence, OR. The acquisition expands Universal’s reach and capacity in the growing industrial products market. D-Stake and Manufacturing Country manufacture kiln stickers, lath, stakes, decking, and pallets and pallet components for a variety of industries including manufacturing, retail and agriculture. In 2007, sales to their customer base, which is concentrated in California, Washington, and Oregon, totaled approximately $18.5 million. Universal Forest Products Western Division finalized the purchase on June 9, 2008. “We continue to look for opportunities to grow our industrial business and we’re pleased to add successful operations like D-Stake and Manufacturing Country,” said Universal Forest Products President and CEO Michael B. Glenn. “They know lumber, they know their business and how to serve their customers well, and they know how to run and maintain a profitable operation. Their customers can expect the same superior service and products they’re accustomed to receiving from D-Stake and Manufacturing Country.” “Universal provides us with the opportunity we needed to take our company to the next level of success,” said Bob Harris, president and a principal of D-Stake, which has a 28-year history of success. “We’re pleased to have the chance to offer our people the opportunity for personal and professional growth that Universal represents. We look forward to maintaining our strong relationships with our customers and others in the industry, enhancing our service and offerings, and adding new customers.” Sales Manager Dan Harris will remain with Universal as General Manager of Operations. Bob Harris will stay on as a consultant through the transition. Universal Forest Products engineers, manufactures and markets wood and wood-alternative products for DIY/ retail home centers, structural lumber products for the manufactured housing industry, engineered wood components and framing services for the site-built construction market and specialty wood packaging and components for various industries.