Discover how Comact combines wood-processing expertise, AI, and customer collaboration to improve hardwood manufacturing performance.

NHLA Chief Inspector Dana Spessert explains knot measurement, sound and unsound knots, and the role of judgment in hardwood grading.

Learn why NHLA Rules are mandatory standards—not guidelines—and how AI lumber grading systems must align with official hardwood grading requirements.

Thank You to Our Task Forces | NHLA honors the dedicated volunteers who served on committees and task forces throughout 2025, strengthening programs, advancing innovation, and protecting the competitiveness of North American hardwoods. From market impact initiatives to AI grading, structural standards, certification programs, and member engagement, their work is driving progress and shaping a stronger future for the hardwood industry.