Download - Log Building News Issue No 52
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
1/24
After attending a Timber
Frame Guild conference we were inspired to create
such an opportunity for the families of our association.As always, the Guild was more than willing to share
with us their experience, and recently I had the
opportunity to interview Kimberley Reagan, Guild
member and coordinator of these events from Acorn
Timber Frames in Nova Scotia.
This was the second year she coordinated this event
for the Guild. Projects they have
completed include a beautiful see-
saw they built at their 03 confer-
ence and a climbing wall this year.
What does Reagan get out of this?
My cheeks hurt from smiling all
weekend. Getting to play with so
many is a great opportunity and it
is the sign of a healthy community
when you have such a variety of
ages all interacting. This kind of a
workshop allows children to start at an early age and
we need the people to replace us in years to come. It
is important to pass on the skills to future generations
and not loose the information, says Reagan.
At recent ILBA conferences we have noted the gray-
ing hair around the room and need for more youth inthe industry; at the office we have almost daily
requests of members looking for builders so we
need to address working on this issue. As well, we
would like to encourage younger members to come,
bring their families to participate and get energized.
Families and especially the wives of builders need
to be enticed and intrigued to fuel their energy for
the coming year, says Reagan, noting that this type
of workshop allows for that level of participation with
a finished product to be proud of.
People come, get inspired and take this back
home to their own company. After conference and
before conference (for those who have participated inprior years), there are a flurry of emails coming and
going amongst the children, who are excited about
this event. I now know through this interaction where
my children can go to apprentice in coming years,
says Reagan, as she has met and shared with the chil-
dren and their parents.
Reagan also reflects on the more advanced builders,
who in watching and assisting the children in their
projects, are able to return to where they started.
People go back to remembering how they learned,
and it brings life back into where they started, says
Reagan.So with inspiration from the Reagan and the Guild,
and recognizing the need to increase education
among our youth in the handcrafted log building
industry, we are excited to proceed with the
Childrens Workshop at this years conference. With
the assistance of members like R.C.M. CAD Design &
Drafting who have provided the plans, and Edgewood
Log Structures who have assisted with the log pack-
age, our young members will be assembling an 8' X 6'
log structure during conference this coming February.
NEWS
nside This Issue
ood Benches Makeood Neighbours page 2
fficeUpdate page 3
asons Greetings page 4
istocracy of the Building
ade page 5
mportant AGM andonference Notes page 7
st of Advertisers page 7
tters to the Editorpage 8
oving? page 10
ternational ConferenceLatvia page 12
hank You to 05 Sponsorspage 14
ooked on Timber Framing
page 15
sect Guide page 16
surance for ILBAembers page 18
ew and Renewingembers page 19
assified Ads page 20
chTalk Scriber Quiz &hristmas Colouring Picturepage 22
November/December 2004 Number 52
reement Number 40707514
ILBA
Conference-
----
Registerby
Jan.10th
continued next page
ILBAInsurancePackage
Enclosed
Images of 2005 ILBA Childrens Workshop Project
Childrens Workshop Inspires
Seasons Greetings!
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
2/24
2 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
LogBuildingNewsNovember/December 2004
Issue #52
Published six times a year 2004 International
Log Builders Association
P.O. Box 775Lumby
British ColumbiaCanada V0E 2G0
Toll-free: 800-532-2900Phone: 250-547-8776
Fax: 250-547-8775www.logassociation.org
Cathy Hansen, Executive Director
Robrt Savignac, Executive Director
Contributors to this issue:
Dave Gardner 250-547-2400
Vic Janzen 604-858-4135
Katharina Koebel 979-150-1339
Brian Lloyd 250-549-3545
Doug & Vivian Lukian 450-226-6076
Matt McIntyre 250-547-2105
Mark Parkinson 800-814-5945
Jeff Patterson 208-683-3330
Robrt Savignac 800-532-2900Gary Schroeder 218-326-4434
Log Building NewsEditorCathy HansenPO Box 775Lumby, BC
Canada V0E 2G01-800-532-2900
Vic Janzen, one of the founding
fathers of the ILBA, current ILBA
secretary, retired teacher and log
builder will coordinate this work-
shop along with Ron Neufeld and
Marc Nard.
This building will be auctioned
off on Saturday night, with many
proud young builders looking on.
As well there are plans to have
some design and modeling com-
pleted during the workshop,
which will also be on display. If
youd like to come and play, if you
think you can share and assist over
the weekend on this project,
please let me know.
Melody Irmen of Unique Timber shows off the good will and workmanship of
their talented employees.
As companies know there is usually some charity or good cause requesting a dona-
tion from you, which is sometimes hard to come up with on the spot. RecentlyMelody Irmen, Accounting Manager for Unique Timber and ILBA Conference volun-
teer, came up with an innovative idea to get Uniques employees involved and excit-
ed. Staff were invited to participate in a competition to build handcrafted benches
on their own time, with Unique supplying the material. For their participation each
employee was awarded $50 for their efforts and there were additional prizes given
out to first, second and third place after the benches were judged by outside
sources. Innovative ideas are graciously shared amongst members and we thought
you could benefit from this one. Thanks for sharing Melody!
Childrens Workshop from page 1
Good benches make good neighbours
Energetic and excited participants put the
finishing touches on their rock climbing wall
during this years Timber Framers Guild
conference.
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
3/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 3
Na tur a l l y P er fect
www.s an si n. co m/ tr yi t41B
1-8 7 7 - SA N SI N -1 (cite code41B)
Protect your woodagainst mold and insects.
N a t u r a l l y .
Sansin Boracol 20-2 is the toughest anti-fungal Sansin offers. With an exceptionally high ratio of active ingredients, Boracol
prevents and kills wood-destroying fungi and helps prevent insect attacks. Boracol uses the natural moisture of wood to
carry active decay-fighting boron agents deep into timber and even heartwood, attacking rot and insects in their preferred
environment. Give your wood lasting protection with Sansin Boracol.
B O R A C O L 1 0 - 2 B D 2 0 - 2 B D
by Cathy Hansen
Another year is almost over, it has been a year of growth, chal-
lenges and experience for all. Several members moved their
yards this year and some have had new additions to their fami-
lies this holiday season is a great time of year to cherish ourloved ones and spend a bit of time away from work to reflect on
what is important we wish you a safe and happy holiday!
In the office we are very busy with conference just weeks
away as well as a busy membership renewal schedule. Along
with the February conference, we are working on an Eastern
Rendez-vous in Quebec which will take place in June/July, and
the Latvian Log Builders gathering in October 05. As always
watch the website and newsletters for updates on these events.
Suzette Storey, our part time receptionist, has been with us
for almost a year now, and is the friendly voice on our phone
lines you may sometimes hear when you call in. Ann Miks has
been away for a good portion of the year due to illness, but you
can look forward to chatting with her early in the New Year, if
all goes as planned. Matt McIntyre was here during a portion of
Anns absence, but left us to participate in a Timber Framing
Program put on by an ILBA member however, he may be
back for a short time to help us through the early 05 crunch.
Robert Savignac worked on several projects throughout the
year, the main one being the ICC which is ongoing. Its been
a pleasure to work with all of these great individuals, as well as
the volunteer team weve developed to assist with conferences
Many thanks to all of my co-workers, the conference volun-teer team, our board of directors, and you the ILBA members!
May your holidays be filled with sharing, caring love and
peace!
OfficeUpdate D E C E M B E R 2 0 0 4
Election Results for
2005 ILBA Directors will be
posted on the ILBA website soon.Check your Members Only
Forum at
www.logassociation.org
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
4/24
4 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
Greetings fromGermanySeasons greetings from Germany!
Now we have lots of Christmas mar-
kets all over Germany. Its cold and
dark, and we are drinking red, hot,
spicy wine, waiting for Christmas time
and looking forward to a few peaceful
and quiet family days.Warm wishes to all of you. May you have a great season and
a healthy and successful new year. Looking forward to seeing
you all again soon.
Katharina Koebel
Seasons Greetings!
Dear Members, Families & Friends
2004 has been another great year for the ILBA. I would like togive thanks to all who have supported the ILBA and to those
who have donated their precious time, efforts and sponsorship.
I would particularly like to thank the three retiring members of
the Board of Directors Dave Gardner, Dalibor Houdek and Ed
Burke. Their contribution in leadership has significantly benefit-
ed the ILBA. Heartfelt thanks also go out to our terrific staff
Cathy, Robrt, Ann, Matt, and Suzette. The association would
not be what it is today without them.
I wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season and a very prosper-
ous New Year! I look forward to seeing you all in Coeur dAlene.
Cheers!
Jeff Patterson, ILBA Treasurer
Seasons Greetings to AllSeasons Greetings to all! On behalf of the ILBA Board we
wish you, your families, friends and staff a very Merry
Christmas and a safe and happy holiday season!
As this year comes to a close, so will my position as Director
and President of the ILBA. It is now time to pass on the reins
to a new President, which I am sure will add new growth,
fresh ideas and new leadership to the ILBA change in the
Board is necessary and will be revitalizing and refreshing.
I have been honoured to contribute to the ILBA over thepast years, and I thank you for the opportunity. Associations
like ours require significant numbers of volunteers to be suc-
cessful, I would encourage you to consider becoming
involved it is an enriching experience. The friendships and
professional contacts made by participating have very positive
benefits just ask anyone who has stepped up over the past
years.
We have had another good year from the Boards perspec-
tive. It seems that something tends to take priority when
resources have to be watched carefully. This year, ICC has
taken a lot of our resources. Robrt has been heavily involved
as voting member on the committee and vice chairperson ofthe committee. We are looked to because of our broad based
voice and have vigorously represented our position. In spite of
that, there are many improvements we see to be made. Go to
the ICC web site, review the document, and respond in detail
to anything you feel is important its important the commit-
tee hear from individual members. I want to thank Robrt
Savignac for his dedication to working so diligently on this
project that is so important to our industry.
I would encourage you to bring anything youd like to
discuss to any of the directors at our upcoming AGM &
Conference. Our next annual conference is in Coeur dAlene,
Idaho, in February of 2005, we invite you all to attend! Theseannual events are by far the best way to network and meet
others involved in the industry and are an opportunity that
will enhance your career. Cathy has been working very hard
to get all the details looked after and, youll see another excel-
lent conference because of her passion to serve us all. Take
the time to say thanks lets not forget what Christmas really
means. We look forward to seeing you at Conference!
Dave Gardner, ILBA President
Above photos taken in Scotland at Gowanbank Village: This
is the first log Sauna in Central Scotland. Grown in Scotland,
made and constructed by Brits and a couple of French
Canadians. Two full sized buildings coming up in the spring!
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
5/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 5
FFllaattddeecckkTTRRAAIILLEERRSS
BBRRIITTIISSHHCCOOLLUUMMBBIIAATTRRAAIILLEERR 250-765-7779Toll Free 1-800-668-1068 Fax 250-765-6724 www.bctrailer.com Email: [email protected]
897 Stremel Road, Kelowna, BC V1X 5E6
Wardhaul Trailers have been manufactured in the heart
of the Okanagan Valley since 1996 and are second to
none when it comes to quality workmanship, value and
durability.
4, 5, 6 and 7 ft. widths and
102" width
Suppliers of Interstate, Pace
American, Royal, and Trailtech
SALES
SERVICE
RENTALSDaily, Weekly,Monthly
LEASING
As an old-guy founding father and cur-
rent secretary of the ILBA board, I would
like to extend Christmas greetings to my
colleagues scattered in so many countries
and language groups.
Since returning to active membership
in the ILBA I have been so very impressed
at the incredible professionalism of log
builders world-wide. It has been exciting to see the sharing of
insights, technologies and business strategies among theoretic
competitors. This does not happen in competitive professions.
My son-in-law is a veterinary doctor. He has attempted to rally
his colleagues in the fight against such afflictions as West Nile
Disease with little success. The constant response is, What is in
this for you? Are you trying to steal our clients?
In the building trades, there is little communication. Little
sharing of new insights and innovations. Log builders are the
exception. They seem to delight in telling each other innova-
tions that have helped their businesses. They have fun together
a couple of times a year sharing technologies, competing in log
builder logger sports and such.
In the end, each building company is stronger and better.
Everyone wins. The customer wins because he gets a great
house. The builder wins because he gets more business and
enjoys the esteem of his colleagues. Or her colleagues as
increasingly women are significant players in the craft. But I
spent some years in my chequered career as an English teacher
therefore I struggle with politically correct language over and
against grammatically correct language.
I had been dreading the AGM or business meeting part of our
gathering at Parksville owing to being involved in other commu-
nity organizations, sometimes as chair. At these meetings boards
usually come under fire for what we havent done right. It was
so refreshing when the meeting kicked in and our president,
Dave Gardner received applause when he introduced himself.
Then, as he introduced the board members seated at the
administrative table, we enjoyed another round of applause.
Tom Hahney rose to his feet and made a motion of appreciation
for the work the board had been doing on behalf of the associa-
tion and yet another round of applause came down.
Later, the IlBA recognized the innovative work that Del
Radomske had done in the trade as an educator in log building.
I probably shouldnt speak for Del, but I think I detected a tear
L E T T E R F R O M A D I R E C T O R O F T H E B O A R D / / X M A S G R E E T I N G S
Aristocracy of the Building TradesVic Janzen, Treasurer ILBA
continued next page
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
6/24
6 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
escaping his eye as he came forward in full cowboy regalia to accept that beautiful
brass scriber.
I am looking forward to our gathering together in Coeur dAlne in February and
meeting new board members.
I am so impressed by those who are willing to let their names stand for board
positions while I am somewhat saddened to see the passing of former board mem-
bers who are shuffling off owing to business pressures and constitutional rules. The
current candidates will serve us all well. Of this I am confident.
It is my hope that all of you will enjoy a prosperous and creative 2005.
Remember, as log builders we are unique. We are building houses that historically
proven, can stand for a thousand years. A truly responsible use of the worlds dwin-
dling wood-fibre resources.
So, go ahead. Over-eat on the Christmas turkey. Youll wear it off soon enough.
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
7/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 7
Divisions at Lumby, Armstrong, Kelowna,Winfield, Williams Lake and Ashcroft
Meeting your log building
requirements with beam
logs and all species of
house logs.Contacts:
Clive Powell 250-550-7233
Brian Exner 250-804-3416
Advertisers in This Issue
Baileys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
British Columbia Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CBR Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Dietrichs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Emseal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Good Shepherd Wool Insulation . . . . . . . . . 21
GRK Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Horizon Log Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15J. Rouleau & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Log Home Design Ideas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Log Home Living . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12/13
Log Home Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Merritt Contracting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Murray Arnott Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Pat Wolfe Log Building. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Perma-Chink Systems Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
PG Mills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
RCM Cad Design & Drafting. . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Riverside Forest Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Schroeder Log Home Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . 18Summer Beam Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
The Continental Products Company . . . . . . . 6
The Sansin Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/11
Timber Framers Guild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Timberlinx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Wayside Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Important AGM and Conference NotesMessage for ILBA Directors for 2005 AGM
I wish to make the Board of Directors aware that I will move a special resolution at the 2005
AGM. A special resolution is required for a change to our bylaws (12.2 of Constitution and
Bylaws). I will move to change the Constitution and Bylaws 13.1 under Code of Ethics.
13.1 currently reads: Members of the International Log Builders Association are dedicated
to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, competence and craft. I will move
this be changed to read: Members of the International Log Builders Association shall
adhere to this Professional Associations Log Building Standards, and are dedicated to the
highest standards of professionalism, integrity, competence and craft.
I will also ask that the membership renewal form have a space for the renewing member
to sign the renewal notice, and that the renewal notice provide a statement of our
Constitution and Bylaws Part 2 which defines membership. I will point out that 2.4 reads:
Every member shall uphold the Constitution, comply with these Bylaws and follow the
Code of Ethics of the Association.
This change does have significant impact, and for that reason I felt it appropriate to
inform the Board in order for the Board to be able to form an opinion and recommenda-
tion in advance, if the board so chooses.
Thank you, Brian Lloyd
Planning to attend the Design Principles for Builders session during theconference?
In preparation for the seminar, please become familiar with Sarah Susankas books The Not
So BIG House, Creating the Not So BIG Houseand Home by Design. Other recommended
reading includes Patterns of Homeby Max Jacobson et al. All are published by the Taunton
Press.
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
8/24
8 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
L E T T E R S T O T H E E D I T O R
Exploring by KayakMark and Mary Ann Parkinson
attended the 2004 spring AGM
and conference in BC and bought
the Quatsino Lodge kayak trip
package at the auction. We want
to tell you about our experienceso you can again encourage someone to have an exceptional
vacation.
Jean and Walter at the Quatsino Lodge have co-ordinated and
organized their trips to be the perfect mix of comfort and full-
day outdoor activity and include all the adventure you might
want.
We travelled from Ontario, 2 hours to the airport, parked and
rode the shuttle into the airport, 4 hours to Vancouver and rent-
ed a car, got on the ferry to the island and drove ( beautiful
country) 8 hours to Coal Harbour and were met by the
Quatsino Lodge family.
This was quite the trip in itself before we got there. Ive yet totell you about the kayaking, but, thinking of the lengths we
went to get to Quatsino, on the trip home we were already
planning and deciding when we would return to kayak and try
the fishing experience.
So, the kayaking is an amazing way to get up close to sea life.
Within 2 hours of arriving and right into kayaks we were seeing
salmon jumping around our kayaks, eagles, dolphins or seals,
and swam in the river. Next day, we explored the sea creatures
at low tide; and another day we rode the huge swells at the
mouth of the sound, explored caves and collected shells. Also,
you have to try night kayaking. After three days of kayaking,
feeling all our muscles, and lazily paddling along, we spotted
the whale and found an energy reserve to propel us several km
back and forth trying to get closer to the whale. The last morn-
ing, the kayaks were already put away, but I felt I was not ready
to leave, and would have got back in the kayak for more.
We completely enjoyed our evenings and the meals with the
family at the lodge. We definitely recommend this adventure
get-away.
Mary Ann Parkinson
32nd ILBA AGMFebruary 20, 2005, 8:00 to 9:00 am
Should not members of the ILBA be building to
the standards of the ILBA?Brian Lloyd
If you want answers and input with regard to this matter,
it is on the agenda for our upcoming AGM hope to see you there!
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
9/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 9
Toll free: 1-877-900-3111
Letter from Morin Heights, QuebecOne year ago on December 22 we moved into our new house,
and we are still filled with a sense of wonder at how it all came
about. We had lost everything to a fire in May 2002 on Mothers
Day of all days, coinci-
dentally the anniversary
of Doug and my firstdate. Although we
dont recommend it, a
fire is a powerful expe-
rience.
We felt we couldnt
rebuild on the same
site, our home of
almost twenty years. Like Humpty Dumpty, we couldnt put the
pieces back together again. Instead we found a beautiful prop-
erty in the same neighborhood where we felt it would be
healthier to start anew.
Doug designed the house accordingly. It sits rather hidden onthe only flat of the property, a mature forest of mixed hard-
woods, maple, butternut and ash, overlooking a marsh and the
mighty Jackson River. A mini Shangri La, a small piece of para-
dise.
Among the building community there exists a tremendous
generosity and a remarkable pool of talent. Log builders and
timber framers rallied for a three day raising. It couldnt have
happened without them. It was an ambitious project and an
emotional three days. Dougs stress level was high and he was
at his best. Life smiled down sweetly upon us all. The weather
was perfect.
As the snow is falling and the marsh takes on its austere win-
ter palette and we are quiet within the comfort of our home, we
will be forever grateful to all those who came and helped.
Family, friends, builders, neighbors. Dare to dream, with a little
help all is possible.
The phoenix rose from the ashes.
Doug and
Vivian Lukian
L E T T E R S T O T H E E D I T O R
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
10/24
Education and
networking are
your opportunity.
See you in February at our
AGM and Conference.
Register NOW!
10 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
Weve all moved
homes, that in itself is
a task which taxes
our daily lives and
that of our families.
A larger move yet
would be that of your
log yard. Now youre affecting your fami-
ly, your employees, your clients and more.
Recently we have had quite a few mem-
bers move their yards, not to mention the
ILBA office moving a few times over the
last few years. We thought we would
share some insight with you in this
regard.
Office layout: Determine and measure
out your new office for layout of worksta-tions, lunch room area, etc. What have
you liked and disliked about your current
location; can you improve this in your
new facility how? Have you discussed
ideas with the staff who work within this
space? Are you planning to add more staff
to this office in the future? Have you been
thinking about new desks or workstations?
Have them ordered and delivered to the
new location in time for the move-in date.
Phone/fax lines: Ensure there is minimal
disruption in this regard and that your
message is updated regularly, as well as
messages returned even if you are mov-
ing. Assign one person in charge of this
to ensure answering systems are working
well, and to test all systems and phone
numbers once the lines are moved over.
800 numbers are great because even if
you are moving to another state or
province, you can at least keep that num-
ber continuous.
Address change: Ensure your post office,utility companies, clients and potential
clients know where you are going. What
about your ads in magazines/and on your
website? Make sure they are notified and
that you have redesigned your ads to
include your new information ASAP.
Computers: Have someone assigned with
experience in this field to disconnect,
move and hook up your systems to avoid
downtime this can be a quick turn-
around time with the right staff in place
(insist on all computer cables being
organized). There may even be a comput-
er whiz who could be recommended from
your local high school or college, whom
you could maintain as part time staff to
keep your systems up to date and current
in coming months it is great to have
someone come in to take care of this on a
weekly basis, to keep up with the viruses
and spy wear that our systems pick up
daily. Make sure you do a full back up of
your system before you shut down. If you
are adding a network system, new print-
ers, scanners, etc., budget these purchases
into your moving plan and set up all at
once with the move.Log Yard Shelter: Have you considered a
sheltered work space? Will it provide you
with less down time due to poor weather
conditions? If so this investment may be a
wise one and can quickly pay off. There
are various covered shelters available,
Moving?by Cathy Hansen
Sansin Wood Science &Treatment Technology School
Learn about wood as a construction material, causesof wood degradation, fungi, insects and termites,preventative measures, preventative coatings and
remedial treatments in an informative one day seminarby Dr. Nenad Vidovic of The Sansin Corporation.
Experience a new chinking technology during aninformative workshop by Master Builder Cliff Walker of
Timber Smith Log Construction.
This day is action packed and full of information. As spaceis limited we suggest you reserve as soon as possible.Upcoming location and dates:
Vancouver, BC January 28, 2005Toronto, ON February 14, 2005Red Deer, AB March 2, 2005.
For further details and to obtain a registration form pleasecontact: Amanda Birtwell at The Sansin Corporation
Toll Free 1-877-726-7461 or (519) 245-4759111 MacNab Ave., Strathroy, ON N7G 4J6
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
11/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 11
along with an assortment of layout ideas.
One ILBA member has two small Cover-All
shelters which are situated on railroad
tracks. This allows them to open up the
shelter for overhead access in the middle
of the two shelters, which can then close
up again. As they recently moved sites,
this set up was easily transported to the
new facility. Another member has a large
permanent metal shelter which is about
40' high, with an overhead crane installed
inside the ceiling. Both systems allow
work year-round, and provide employees
with protection from the elements, which
can otherwise slow down a crew or bring
them to a complete stop.
Office building and site: There may
already be a facility on the site you are
headed to. Does it need any renovations?
It is easier to paint and put flooring in
before everything arrives? For some a tem-porary office, such as an Atco trailer will
work while building a permanent office.
These trailers are usually well equipped
with a variety of floor plans to choose
from and include a good supply of electri-
cal outlets, separate offices, bathroom,
etc., and are available to rent long or short
term. Why move into a trailer on site? So
that we could get out on site right away,
for expediency, says Martha Patterson of
Edgewood Log Structures. We plan to
build a conventional construction building
on our new site, but did not have the
time to complete right now, so the tem-
porary office trailers are now beside this
future location. Because we do so many
different styles of log construction, we
have chosen a conventional building
design as we did not want to show only
one style. We wanted to spend the money
on the infrastructure, and have lots of log
accents on the inside of our new office
building with cool photo walls, nice con-
ference area, and more upper end finishes
on the inside, said Patterson. Why have
the office on site? Quick direct communi-
cation with production as well as produc-tion accountability, said Patterson. In
short the staff and management can easily
access each other to discuss questions as
they arise on the construction project.
What to look for in a site? For some the
site location right on the major highway is
good; Edgewood also chose a site with a
railroad spur which borders the back side
of property which could be used in the
future. Working surface is also important.
You might want to consider a site which
offers flat ground and a gravel base.
Planning for future expansion is critical
and will save you in the long run, ie. elec-
trical, plumbing, telephone, said
Patterson, referring to the amount of time
spent by their staff to ensure the site is
well organized.
Once you find the perfect site, ensure
the zoning bylaws are workable. You want
to know that you will not have to contend
with displeased neighbours once you get
set up. How about a business license?
Depending on where you have relocated,
you may need a new license. How about
your insurance policy? Discuss your move
with your insurance broker, do you needany additional coverage, etc.
Have you moved lately? Do you have any
items to share? Let us know and we can
publish it in the next LBN? Thanks for
your tips and time!
E x t e n d your season.
Now that its getting colder, youll want to make sure the weather stays outside. New Sansin
Timber-Tec Chinking is easy to apply even in near-freezing temperatures and,cures to exposure
in just one hour. And because log homes move and shift like no other building, Timber-Tec
Chinking is engineered for zero shrinkage with up to 400% elongation tolerance.
Na tur a l l y P er fect
www. sa ns in . co m/t r yi t41A
1-8 7 7 - SA N SI N -1 (cite code41A)
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
12/24
12 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
The Builders Union of Latvian Chamber of Crafts (LCC)
together with International Log Builders Association (ILBA)
are organizing an all-encompassing International Log Home
Builders and Wood Construction Specialists conference to
take place in Riga, the capital of the Republic of Latvia,
from October 4 through 9, 2005. The president of LCC,
Karlis Apinis, commented that the initiative to hold a week
long session with the participation of worlds top experts
came from ILBA in view of Latvias long tradition in wood
building construction. Within the short period of Latvias
independence not only the craft of builders of wooden
buildings has been restored, but also objects, which have
attracted worldwide attention, have been built and sup-
plied to buyers, both in domestic and in export markets.
For most part these have been exclusive dwellings, recre-
ation centers, hotels, just to mention a few. Also some intri-cately and qualitatively restored older wood structures both
International ConferenRiga, Latvia, October 4 to 9, 2005Press Release
Just one of the many wooden structures to see at the
Open Air Museum
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
13/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 13
f Log Builders and Wood Construction Specialists
in city and rural settings have been returned to use and have
received wide acclaim.
The Conference will be a joint undertaking of LCC, Builders
Union of LCC, Center of Craftsmanship and Design of Riga
Technical University (RTU), and Latvian University of Agriculture
(LUA), which in turn will draw on the expertise of the learning
institutions and professional organizations in Latvia as well as on
those worldwide. The Conference agenda has been planned to
be uniquely creative, diversified, and encourages active atten-
dees participation.
It will consist of theoretical sessions within which the most
prominent researchers of building problems will meet and dis-
cuss solutions. Most experienced craftsmen and successful busi-
ness entrepreneurs will clarify the inherent advantages offered by
wooden buildings, such as maximum feeling of comfort, health
and safety guaranteed by appropriate planning, safe construction
designers and craftsmen combining their experience to satisfy
the most demanding wishes of the client.
The practical sessions of the conference will be as interesting
and educational as those of the theoretical sessions. Prior to the
conference, organizers with the help of modern
communication methods, will engage experts in countries in
different parts of the world who will supply to the students of
RTU designs and illustrations of typical wooden constructions
existing on different continents and built to withstand wide
diversity of climactic conditions. The students at RTU, in turn, will
build precise maquettes of these examples . After the conference,
the Center of Craftsmanship and Design of RTU will inherit this
collection. These and some already completed livable structures
located in nearby staging areas in Latvia will be video filmed and
will offer a wide selection of design concepts to be transmitted
to interested parties through the use of latest video conferencing
techniques.
The broader special interest program of the conference will
include visiting Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum as well
as some unique and several century old wooden buildings in the
area. Likewise visits to old homesteads and examining traditions
and myths of ancient Latvians will be optional in the program.
Further details of conference events and schedule will be forth-
coming as the program is developed. Watch for updates in our
newsletters and on our website at www.logassociation.org under
Conferences, and plan for a trip of a lifetime!
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
14/24
14 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
CBR ProductsBill Willis1434 Rupert St.,
North Vancouver, BC V7J 1E9Tel: 604-980-3325Fax: 604-980-7933Email: [email protected]
Dietrichs North AmericaWil and Chris Dancey51213 Wooleyville Line, RR#1Aylmer, ON N5H 2R1Tel: 877-877-0086Fax: 519-765-2846Email: [email protected]
GRK FastenersRod Sienkiewicz/Uli Walther1499 Rosslyn Road
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6W1Tel: 807-474-4300Fax: 807-475-9625Email: [email protected]
International Code CouncilMarc Nard, Snr. Technical Staff4051 W. Flossmoor Rd.Country Club Hills, IL 60478Tel: 708-799-2300Fax: 800-214-7167Email: [email protected]
InsulspanDave Stevenson
3294-262nd StreetAldergrove, BC V4W 2X2Tel: 604-857-7982Fax: 604-856-0608Email: [email protected]
Log Homes IllustratedJason Goodman, President250 W. 57th St., Suite 710New York, NY 10107Tel: 212-262-2247Fax: 212-262-2278Email: [email protected]
Log & Timber Style MagazineKara Galvin, Senior Account Rep.7009 South Potomac St.
Centennial, CO 80112Tel: 303-662-5234Fax: 303-397-7619Email:[email protected]
Log Home LivingLog Home Design IdeasElaine Nosaka/Eric Gentry4125 Lafayette Center DrSuite 100Chantilly, VA 20151Tel: 800-826-3893Fax: 703-222-3209Email:[email protected]
Murray Arnott Design Ltd.Murray Arnott199 Woolwich StreetGuelph, ON N1H 6K5Tel: 866-603-3889Fax: 519-829-3672Email: [email protected]
The Sansin CorporationSjoerd Bos111 McNab Ave.,Strathroy, ON N7G 4J6Tel: 519-245-2001Fax: 519-245-4759Email: [email protected]
www.sansin.com
Wells Fargo Home MortgageTroy Kennedy, 888-LOG-TIMBER900 E. Wayzata Blvd,Wayzata, MN 55391Tel: 888-LOG-TIMBERFax: 952-473-2317Email:[email protected]
Thank you to our sponsors for our2005 32nd AGM & Conferencein Coeur dAlene, IdahoAs of December 8, 2004
See you this February
at the
ILBA 32nd Annual
AGM and Conference.
Register NOW!
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
15/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 15
Hooked on Timber Framing
Submitted by Matt McIntyre
These pictures are from the raising of a building built by the College of the Rockies Timber Frame class, taught by Timber Frame
Guild and ILBA member, Higgs Murphy. The weather was cold and windy, but the boys put it together without much fuss. All
the lifting was done with a tractor/crane setup, rigged up by Higgs himself. We started on Wednesday morning and were done
early Thursday. It was by far the best part of the whole process, and needless to say, were all hooked.
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
16/24
16 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
Many thanks to
Gary Schroeder,
author of The Log
Home Maintenance
Guide for allowing
us to reprint this
insect guide infor-
mation from his
book. This manual
is a field guide for
identifying,
preventing, and
solving problems
in log construction.
With detailed full-
colour photos and
clear instructions,
The Log Home
Maintenance Guide
will help you iden-
tify, diagnose, and
resolve problems
ranging from dry
rot to carpenter
ants. The informa-
tion found in
Schroeders book is
an investment thatwill protect your
investment. Gary
Schroeders back-
ground includes
being a forestry
graduate and con-
sultant, a builder of
custom handcraft-
ed cedar log
homes for many
years, as well as a
log home restora-tion contractor.
To order this book,
please give
Schroeder Log
Home Supply a call
at 218-326-4434.
InsectGuide
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
17/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 17
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
18/24
18 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
We have been working with various insurance brokers in an
attempt to develop and insurance program which will benefit
the ILBA Members. Insurance needs indicated by members
included: Log Yard Commercial Insurance, Employee Benefit
Package, as well as Log Home Owner Insurance. Through discus-
sions with Willis Canada Inc., one of the largest global insurancebrokers, they have indicated they will work towards a program
that can cover all three above needs, to service our members
worldwide.
We wish to develop an insurance program exclusive to ILBA
members only, said Oliver Anderson of Willis in recent corre-
spondence. They have offered to work with our association to
create this program, which could benefit all our members. By
combining the volume of our membership risks into one insur-
ance program, individual members should realize premium sav-
ings along with enhanced coverage specific to our member
needs, according to Anderson.
We would ask that you complete the enclosed questionnaireand provide as much detail about your specific risks as possible,
including past 5 year loss history, current premiums and insurers,
along with problems you have with your current coverage. All
information provided on the applications will be held in the
strictest confidence. The completed applications should be
returned to Mr. Anderson whose details are located on the ques-
tionnaire.
Once they have received all questionnaires, the information
will be compiled into submission format for Underwriters consid-
eration. Hopefully an insurance program will be developed whichwill enable our members to contain those ever increasing insur-
ance premiums.
Again, this product is solely for the members of the ILBA so we
ask that you all provide the completed application by early
January 2005, which would allow perhaps a presentation of the
facts at our conference in mid February. The success of this pro-
gram is totally dependant upon members support.
A two-page form is enclosed with this mailing.
Please complete and forward the form to WillisInsurance on or before January 10, 2005. ILBA
member participation will be the key to making
this work for all of our members.
Insurance for ILBA members
Architect/Designer Required
Murray Arnott Design Ltd. is recognized as a leader in the
design of custom log homes throughout North America.
We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join the
design team at our Guelph, Ontario office.
The successful applicant will have a minimum Bachelors
Degree in Architecture or equivalent and a minimum of
3 years experience in custom residential design with aminimum of 3 years experience in CAD including a
minimum 1 year in full 3D modelling. Experience in Log
Home Design or Timber Design and proficiency with
ArchiCAD are tremendous assets. Hands-on experience in
construction will also be viewed as an asset.
For full Posting Information please contact:
Murray Arnott Design Ltd.
Box 425
Guelph, Ontario N1H 6K5
519-829-1758
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
19/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 19
N O T I C E
Nominees sought for Annual Award to be presentedat the AGM in Coeur dAlene, Idaho this February.
Do you know an ILBA member who has contributedsubstantially to the craft of log building? Please submit theirname and reasons for their nomination in writing by email
to [email protected] or mail-in to the ILBA office:
Box 775, Lumby, BC V0E 2G0
Attn: Award Nomination Committee.
Nominations will be accepted until December 31st, 2004.
Book your room at the Coeur dAleneResort A.S.A.P.You can do so by calling them directly at 800-365-8338 or208-415-5638 ext. 7738. Please make sure to let them know
you are attending the ILBA conference. The room rates wehave negotiated range from $79USD $119USD per night
plus applicable taxes, depending on room style, the sooner
your book the more selection you will have. We recommendyou book your room for three nights February 17, 18, 19,
2005 if you are attending the main conference, and perhapsprior to this if attending any preconference sessions. Main
conference events start around noon on Thursday February17th and finish around noon on Sunday February 20th. Check
our conference schedule for full details. Our main conferencefee includes all meals from Friday Breakfast to SundayBreakfast, as well as coffee breaks during this time, along with
sessions as shown on the Main Conference Schedule.
Why choose Dietrichs?http://user.dietrichs.com
www.dietrichs.com Toll Free [email protected] 1-877-877-0086
W E L C O M E !
N E W C O M P A N Y
M E M B E R S
Back Country Logcrafters
Finnholz
NACHI
Professional Investigative EngineersInc.
Srubypacak A.V.O.
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage/TroyKennedy 888-LOG-TIMBER
Willis Canada
R E N E W I N G C O M P A N Y
M E M B E R S
Log Homes Illustrated/Log Home &Timber Frame
New and Renewing Members Since Our Last Issue
N E W I N D I V I D U A L &
E M P L O Y E E M E M B E R S
Richard Bloomfield
Darwin Forcier
Cyndy Patzman
Rene A.G. Pina P.E.
R E N E W I N G
I N D I V I D U A L &
E M P L O Y E E M E M B E R S
Pete Doucette
Josh McBurney
Lisa Sasser
Dale Steeves
Jorin Strasser
Heres a sample of what you might see at the Hand Tool &
Scriber Display at our 2005 AGM and Conference. Do you
have some scribers and hand tools youd like to share with
other members? Let us know and bring them along.
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
20/24
20 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
C L A S S I F I E D A D S
LOG BUILDING TOOLS STARRETT &MACKIE scribers; heavy duty drawknives up to30"; peeling spuds; chopping & finishing axes;broadaxes; adzes; GRANSFORS axes; ENGLISHslicks; ROBERT SORBY, HENRY TAYLOR,
FOOTPRINT & PHEIL chisels and gouges;JAPANESE slicks, chisels, saws, ink lines & flexsquares; hand-forged Flarens, shovel gouges,flat & scarf slicks, drawknives & draw-gouges;BARR Specialty Tools; peavies; cant hooks;lifting tongs; log dogs & cleats; log horses;water stones; Diamond whetstones;NORTHWEST calipers, tenon cutters & longauger bits; ship augers; chainsaw mills &attachments; MAKITA & MAFELL planers, saws& chain mortisers; MACKIE log building books& videos. FREE 32-page catalogueMAGARD VENTURES LTD,8365 Domagala Road,Prince George, BC, Canada V2K 5R1
Tel: 250-962-9057 Fax: 250-962-9157Attn: Maurice Gardy
Handcrafted House LogsProduct description: dry Lodgepole Pinehandcrafted logs house logs 20' to 53', with only 5% smaller than 30'. Average length is 39', with butts 12" to 16" and tops 8" to 12" all logs with a 1" taper per 10' of log runWe can sort for your specific needs uponrequest. Call for more information on greenDouglas Fir and Red Cedar. Contact MarkWorkman at Montana Dry Log and Lumber877-389-7748 or email [email protected]
1979 Bantam S 688 A 20 Ton RoughTerrain Crane Very good condition,72 foot hydraulic boom with 25 foot latticestyle, side swing jib (97 foot total stick). Willlift 1200 pounds at maximum radius. Very fuelefficient 453 Detroit. Has had recent motoroverhaul and is certified. Should provide manyyears of trouble free service. $35,000.00Canadian. Located in Cochrane, Alberta,Canada. Toll free 1-877-932-3992
Awesome Boom Truck for SaleAll-wheel drive Oshkosh with turbochargedInternational DT466 diesel, big float tires up
front, 5 speed with 3 speed transfer case & fullpower steering. Tube steel bed custom builtfor hauling logs, custom made loader. Lemcowith 26ft. squirt boom & stainless steel jawedcontinuous rotation bucket. Used as all aroundyard machine for unloading trucks & shellbuilding, and delivering and assemblingcabins in mountain sites. Grapple allows safeone man operation. Had over $40,000invested in new engine set up, loader andbed. $17,500 includes fresh batteries & tires.Call Bryan or Ed 303-449-1336 or [email protected]
Have supply of freshly cut Cedarcharacter wood and Cedar house logs.Chilliwack, BC Call Dave at 604-351-0571
One 1979 S688 Bantam 20 Ton Rough
Terrain Crane for sale, $30,000 Canadianor $21,500 US. Presently stationed in Illinois.Very Good Condition, 60 foot hydraulic boomor 80 foot with jib. Very fuel efficient 453Detroit. Should provide many years of troublefree service. Call 1-877-932-3992.
H E L P W A N T E D
Experienced Log Crafters MooseMountain Log homes Inc. currently has twofull time long term positions open forexperienced log handcrafters with dual USand Canadian citizenship. Join a leading edge,quality oriented company that has been in
business for over 25 years!Please phone 1-877-932-3992 oremail: [email protected], earnings based on experience.
Experienced log builder andapprentice level log builder withhandcrafted log building company in Merritt,BC. Good math skills an asset. Contact John atNicola Logworks 250-378-4977
Experienced Log Home Builders orFitters Required for permanent full-timework. Please send resumes with references to:Whitevalley Log Homes Ltd., 77 CochraneRoad, Cherryville, BC V0E 2G2 Phone/Fax:
250-547-6666
Searching for experienced logbuilder/timber framer who is able tocome to Austria in 2005 and help me with alog building/timber framing project. I am aMackie School graduate but the size of thebuilding is 36' X 27' and 21' X 15' and is toobig a project to manage on my own. I amplanning to come to the ILBA in Feb 05 andspeak to you face to face with my drawings.Initial contacts 0043-664-2318984 [email protected]
Located in the scenic Idaho TreasureValley, Precision Craft, a premiere fastgrowing national log & timber homecompany has exciting full-time opportunitiesfor motivated self-starting Apprentice &Journeyman level individuals who are teamand detail oriented. One year previousexperience crafting custom log homes in aproduction environment. Competitive Pay($12 - $18/hr. DOE) and Excellent Benefits!Some relocation assistance available. To Apply:email: [email protected], walk-in or mail711 E. Broadway Ave. Meridian, ID 83642 orfax (208)887-1253.
Travelling Timberwright RalphClegg 28 years experience ground tofinish. Will support re-erect crews andcontinue till finish with contractor or owner, asan advocate for your company. Have truck,
tools, and passport. Phone Ralph Clegg at604-740-2404
Currently taking a timberframecourse with instructor Higgs Murphy atCollege of the Rockies in Kimberley, BC. Willgraduate December 17, 2004 and looking forfull time employment in this trade. Young,energetic, and eager to learn. Call MattMcIntyre at 250-427-5675 or [email protected]
E V E N T S & A N N O U N C E M E N T S
Training the Log Builders of
Tomorrow 16-week entry level class, start dateApril 4, 2005
www.okanaganschooloflogbuilding.comContact Del Radomskes Okanagan School ofLog Building International at 250-765-5166or email:[email protected] formore information.
Accutech Innovations Inc., manufac-turers of the Chain Saw Micro Mill. Checkout our new web site and on-line store!http://www.accutechinnovations.com/816 Falcon Blvd.
Burlington, ON, Canada L7T 3B3Toll free: (866) 202-2345Fax: (905) 631-9734Email: [email protected] AVAILABLE: THE MITER MILL NEW Do-it-yourself HIGH PRECISION KIT (forthe Micro Mill) NEW
E V E N T S & A N N O U N C E M E N T S
ILBA 32nd AGM and ConferenceFebruary 17 to 20, 2005 in Coeur dAlene,Idaho
Log Home Construction Theory andPractice World Experience Log builderssection at Latvian Chambers of Crafts withRigas Technical University and InternationalLog Builders Association would like toannounce the conference Log HomeConstruction Theory and Practice WorldExperiencein Riga Latvia, October 49, 2005.Detailed information will be posted soon atwww.lak.lv and www.logassociation.org
F O R S A L E F O R S A L E S E E K I N G E M P L OY M E N T
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
21/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 21
Summer Beam Books
specializing in timber framing
and related topics
2299 Rte 488
Clifton Springs, NY 14432
toll free 877-272-1987
315-462-3444
Charlotte Cooper, owner
www.summerbeambooks.com
Learn about timber framing
Experience the joy of building
community through craft
Timber Framers Guild
education inspiration
888-453-0879www.TFGUILD.ORG
MEMBER NAHB
ILBA MAHBGLLCA HBALC
MERRITT CONTRACTING, INC.LICENSED & INSURED
Gordon Merritt 7269 Richardson
President Howell, MI 48843(734) 878-9055 www.merrittloghomes.com
Support the advertisers who support Log Building News. Its a win-win situation!
LOG HOME SPECIALISTSNew Construction & Repairs
THE PAT WOLFE
LOG BUILDING SCHOOL
Pat Wolfe has 29+ years experience teaching 1000s of students
Choose from 1, 4, or 10-week courses Hands-on learning
Courses in spring & fall
Also available: Pat Wolfe Log Scriber-$70
613-256-0631
RR2 Lanark, Ontario Canada K0G 1K0
Email: [email protected] www.logbuildingschool.net
waysidepress.com
VERNON KAMLOOPS
BRITISH COLUMBIA
tel: 250.372.3373
fax: 250.828.6848
toll free in BC: 1-800-663-6432
PROUD TO SERVE
THE INTERNATIONAL
LOG BUILDERS
ASSOCIATION
Sheep Wool Insulation
For Log Homes
in Rope, Batts or
Loose-Fill
Ph/Fax: 403-845-6705
www.GoodShepherdWool.com
Call STAN for a Free-Sample
Now in Europe, Africa, South America, 37 states & 11 Prov./Terr.
Building Healthy Log Homes Naturally!
R.C.M. CAD Design & Drafting Ltd.
Exclusively designing log homes
& Post and Beam since 1994
Bus: (604) 702-1188 Fax: (604) 702-0022E-mail: [email protected]
Web Page: www.loghomedesign.ca
Check out our Web page to learn about us & our product
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
22/24
22 LogBuildingNews November/December 2004
A Christmas colouring picture
for young log buildersTechTalkHoliday Scriber Quiz
O N T H E 6 T H D A Y O F
C H R I S T M A S M Y T R U E
L O V E G A V E T O M E S I X
C U R I O U S S C R I B E R S . . .
How well do you know your scribers?
Send in your responses for #1 #6 to the
ILBA office by January 15th, 2005 with
your name and member number. You
have a chance to win an ILBA T-shirt.
Answers may be submitted via fax or
email.
1
2
3
4
5
6
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
23/24
Number 52 LogBuildingNews 23
Cathy Hansen, Executive Director
Robrt Savignac, Executive Director
International Log Builders Association
P.O. Box 775Lumby, British Columbia
V0E 2G0 Canada
800-532-2900 toll-free
250-547-8776 phone
250-547-8775 fax
www.logassociation.org
F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O NHow to get Log Building NewsLog Building News is mailed to all ILBA
members. Articles, photos and letters are
welcomed. The deadline for LBN 53 is
February 15, 2005.
If you submit articles in Microsoft Word
on CD or by email, send them directly to
the ILBA office.
Back issues of Log Building Newsare
available from the Association office.
Call 800-532-2900 to order.
Copyright noticeLog Building Newsis copyrighted in
Canada and the United States. Express
written permission is required from the
ILBA and, in some cases, from the author,
before any article or photo can be
photocopied, distributed or republished.
Contact the ILBA office for details.
DisclaimerThe views and information expressed in
articles and ads appearing in Log Building
Newsare those of the authors of those
articles and ads. The International Log
Builders Association assumes no responsi-
bility for the accuracy of the information
contained herein and does not edit or
investigate any article or ad for that pur-
pose.
Log Building StandardsThe ILBA Log Building Standards, thebuilding code for handcrafted, scribe-fit &
chinked log homes are available online at
the ILBA Web site, www.logassociation.org
and can be downloaded to your computer
at no charge as an Adobe Acrobat PDF
file.
AdvertisingLog Building Newswelcomes advertisers.
Please contact the ILBA office for deadlines.
Advertisers can send completed ads as:
Press optimized PDF format with fonts
embedded
QuarkXpress format (Mac preferred, but
PC is acceptable) with screen and printer
fonts, images, and graphics included. PhotoShop (7.0 or below) or Illustrator
(10.0 and below) EPS files.
300 dpi greyscale TIFs or high resolution
JPGs
Microsoft Publisher files must be convert-
ed to PDF format with fonts embedded.
All greyscale images should be scanned at
266 or higher and be in JPG or TIF format.
Black and white line art should be sent in
TIF format scanned at 600 dpi or as
original art for scanning.Submissions can be made on Zip disk,
CD-ROM, floppy disk or via email. Com-
pressed .sit, .zip or .sea files are acceptable.
Editorial copy can be sent as Microsoft
Word, PDF or QuarkXpress documents, or
saved in text only format (.txt) from any
word processing program.
Contact the ILBA for other digital file infor-
mation by email: [email protected]
Log Building Newsis a great way to con-tact the best log home builders. The ILBA
is the largest group of builders of hand-
crafted log homes in the world our
members made well over $250 million of
logwork last year. Please contact the office
at 800-532-2900 for an advertising specifi-
cation sheet and ad rates.Joining the ILBAMembership in the International Log Builders
Association is open to any interested person.
Members get a copy of the ILBA Log Building
Standards, one year of Log Building News, mem-
bership certificate, voting privileges, discounted
conference registration, a listing in the AnnualDirectory, a copy of the Association Constitution
and Bylaws, use of computerized help wanted
and work wanted ads, and all ILBA mailings and
notices. Company memberships have additional
benefits. The ILBA accepts Visa or MasterCard.
For more information on dues and member
benefits, please call the ILBA office at
800-532-2900.
PresidentDave GardnerPh: 250-547-2400Fax: [email protected]
Vice-PresidentDalibor Houdek, PH.D.Ph: 780-413-9031Fax: [email protected]
TreasurerJeffrey J. PattersonPh: 208-676-0422Fax: 208-676-9129
ClerkVic JanzenPh: 604-858-4135Fax: [email protected]
2004 ILBA OfficersDirectorsDr. Edwin Burke, Ph. DPh: [email protected]
Mark FritchPh: 503-668-7130Fax: [email protected]
Katharina KoelbelPh: [email protected]
Elaine Nosaka
Jean RodriguePh: [email protected]
Coming up in the January/February issue
32nd Annual AGM and Conference review, more Tech Talk,
and the year end financial report.
Submit your articles today we want to hear from you!
I N O U R N E X T I S S U E
-
8/10/2019 Log Building News Issue No 52
24/24