Coastland Wood Industries, Canada - Scaling dry veneer production to meet market demand

MAKING WOOD MATTER

Summary

Coastland Wood Industries, a leading veneer producer in North America, faced increasing demand for dry veneer and needed to expand capacity without sacrificing quality. By installing a Raute dryer designed for sap-focused production, Coastland achieved a notable boost in drying capacity, enhanced moisture control, and lowered workforce per unit cost – positioning the company to meet market demand and uphold its reputation for top-quality veneer.

Coastland Wood Industries

Coastland is a dedicated veneer producer serving LVL, hardwood, softwood plywood, and structural beam manufacturers. Their strategy emphasizes quality, efficiency, and technological innovation to maintain a competitive edge.
Founded
1988
Location
Delta, Canada
Export markets
US, Canada, and a growing presence in Asia
Raute Partner Since
2024

Challenge

Coastland Wood Industries had built a strong reputation as a leading veneer producer, but growing market demand for dry veneer presented significant operational challenges. To maintain its competitive edge and meet customer expectations, the company needed to address several critical issues:

  • Capacity limitations
    Existing drying infrastructure could not keep pace with the surge in demand for dry veneer, leaving Coastland unable to capitalize on market opportunities fully.
  • Operational efficiency
    Older dryers required high levels of manual intervention and frequent maintenance, increasing labor costs and downtime while limiting overall productivity.
  • Product quality consistency
    Maintaining strict moisture control during drying was essential to deliver premium-quality veneer, but existing systems lacked advanced features to prevent over-drying during process interruptions.
  • Market pressure for diversification
    Customers increasingly sought a broader range of veneer thicknesses and high-end grades, requiring Coastland to optimize production without compromising quality.
  • Risk of rising costs
    With raw material prices continuing to climb, Coastland needed a solution that would boost output without adding human resources, helping offset cost pressures and improve competitiveness.

 

We concluded that we need to increase our capacity on the drying side in order to meet the volumes that we’ve seen increase on our green end.

– Doug Pauze, President, Coastland Wood Industries

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