Marking the completion of commissioning, Hyne Timber was proud to welcome Queensland Minister for State Development, the Hon. Kate Jones and Member for Maryborough, Bruce Saunders to the unveiling of their new Glue Laminated Timber Plant in Maryborough last week. The 4000m2 facility also showcases 1374 of Hyne’s own timber beams in the structure.
Hyne Timber CEO, Jon Kleinschmidt said “Hyne Timber has 138 years of experience in manufacturing timber on the Fraser Coast with 40 of those years including specialising in glue laminated timber. The new plant couldn’t come at a better time as attention increasingly turns to renewable, Australian building materials within a secure supply chain that create and support local jobs.
Above: Member Bruce Saunders, James Hyne, Minister Kate Jones and CEO Jon Kleinschmidt Cutting the Ribbon
“This new plant delivers a 400% expansion on existing capability with all the feedstock coming from our own secure supply being our own Mill in the Tuan Forest near Maryborough which employs a further 200 people.
“Hyne also has a proud history of innovating and this plant with new product lines represents another innovation milestone for our growing history book.
“This is testament to the people of Hyne who have worked tirelessly on this project, in some cases for several years. They should feel very proud of this milestone today which is yet again, another game changer for the business.” Mr Kleinschmidt said.
During his speech at the COVID restricted unveiling event, CEO Jon Kleinschmidt thanked the many Queensland contractors who worked on the project including Hervey Bay Architects Bloc Design, the Sunshine Coast branch of BADGE Construction and Brisbane based project management company, MCD.
General Manager, Customers, Peter Hyne said now the plant is officially open, Hyne Timber is building up supply.
“We are in the process of filling up our warehouses throughout the Eastern Seaboard ready to distribute to existing and new customers.
Above: CEO Jon Kleinschmidt thanks Hyne Team and Contractors for Years of Hard Work
“Unique products such as our new LGL+ present many welcome benefits for the construction sector. These include the products straightness and strength, H3 treatment options for outdoor durability, great nail holding capability and transparent glue lines for a clear, appealing appearance.
“It is cost effective, readily customised on-site, non-corrosive to metal fixings, perfect for indoor and outdoor uses.”
“A major customer and engineered wood wholesaler which operates across multiple states is already upscaling their warehousing capability. They are gearing up in partnership with us, ready to significantly increase volumes of LGL+ to service growing demand for Australian sustainable timber into their residential construction supply chain.
“Most importantly, LGL+ and our other glue laminated timber products are all locally grown, certified plantation pine ensuring a sustainable option for residential and mass timber commercial construction projects.” Mr Hyne concluded.
For more information on Hyne Timber products and services, visit www.hyne.com.au
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