DIBOLL, Texas -- Temple-Inland has introduced machine stress-rated (MSR) lumber to their extensive line of southern pine lumber and studs. Temple-Inland MSR lumber is intended for use in trusses, wall components and laminated beam manufacturing, where design specifications require tested mechanical properties.
Available in 2x4 through 2x10 dimensions with lengths ranging from 8 to 20 feet, Temple-Inland MSR lumber will initially be offered with a tested value of 2400f-2.0E. Future plans include offering MSR lumber in several additional tested strength ratings. Temple-Inland has invested in industry-leading Metriguard 7200 testing equipment, which utilizes the physical bending stress process to optimize product consistency. Temple-Inland MSR lumber is available for wide geographic distribution by either road or rail.
Mike Warren, product manager, solid wood, sees MSR lumber as an important growth market for Temple-Inland’s southern pine lumber products. “We believe many other markets that utilize trusses and engineered components will soon recognize the need to accurately assess lumber strength for optimal consistency.” In addition he noted, “The extensive investment in our testing capabilities and the resources we’re applying to this product demonstrate the seriousness of Temple-Inland’s commitment to this key sector of the building industry.”
Temple-Inland MSR lumber is the result of over 100 years of lumber production experience. It joins visually graded select structural lumber as another product specially targeted for the component manufacturing market. Both products deliver the same outstanding strength and fastener-holding properties of all Temple-Inland southern pine lumber.
Temple-Inland Inc. is a major manufacturer of corrugated packaging and forest products with a diversified financial services operation. The company’s 2 million acres of forestland are certified as managed in compliance with ISO 14001 and in accordance with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) program of the American Forest & Paper Association to ensure forest management is conducted in a scientifically sound and environmentally sensitive manner. Temple-Inland’s common stock (TIN) is traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Pacific Exchange.
For more information regarding Temple-Inland machine stress-rated (MSR) lumber, call 1-800-231-6060 or visit www.templeinland.com.