Connect with the IRG55 Sponsors

The IRG55 meeting would not be possible without the support of our great sponsors. We appreciate their continuing support for IRGWP meetings held in the USA very much, and urge you to click on the linked names and logos of each to see what each has to offer and what opportunities exist in your interactions with the people, products and services that are on offer from each sponsor.

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	Accys combines chemistry, technology and ingenuity to make high performance wood products that are extremely durable and stable, opening new opportunities for the built environment. We transform fast-growing, certified sustainable wood into a building material with characteristics that match or better those of man-made, intensely resource-depleting and heavily carbon-polluting alternatives. Accoya® and Tricoya® also benefit the circular economy, locking away carbon for years.

	Arxada is a leader in worldwide wood protection, with operations throughout Asia-Pacific, Africa, Europe, North and South America offering wood treating chemicals and related wood preservation technology. Our wood protection products enhance the performance and increase the longevity of wood, one of the world’s greatest renewable resources.

	American Chemet is a privately owned manufacturer and marketer of Cuprous Oxide, Cupric Oxide, Zinc Oxide, Copper Powder, Cuprous Oxide based Agricultural Fungicides, and related products. Chemet is the global leader in copper oxides. Since the 1970's the company has produced both cuprous oxides and cupric oxides which are sold around the world for use in antifouling coatings, pressure wood treatment, catalysts, agricultural applications, ceramics, copper chemical production and ferrite production.

	Copper Care has always believed in creating innovative, effective biocides to provide optimum protection with minimum risk to human health and the environment. Today we are a global market leader in wood preservation technology. Copper Care is uniquely positioned to bring new, innovative economical, and effective products to market.

	Cosaco is among the global leaders in the production of copper salts for wood protection. Wood preservatives keep the natural raw material wood durable. Together with our partners Cosaco basic copper carbonate is a key to increased longevity and durability of wood making it a key element in the sustainability goals of the forest and building sector.

	Crowne Plaza Downtown Knoxville offers a home away from home in the heart of the city by combining luxurious comfort with quiet sophistication, . Leisure and working travelers alike love our well-appointed rooms and suites that ensure a comfortable stay with plush beds, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and HDTVs. Tasteful decor, a peaceful atmosphere, and superior service combine to provide you with an exceptionally memorable stay in downtown.

	Eti Maden, Etimine USA is the global leader in boron and boron products through global logistics operations, and was established with the mission of operating and making use of boron and boron products with high technology in high standards, and by conducting R&D to improve the usage of boron products and designing the future of boron. Eti Maden continues to add value to its boron production and products by combining its knowledge and experience on boron and boron products with advanced technology of international quality standards

	Genics is a family-owned and operated service and manufacturing company based in Edmonton, Alberta. Since 1981, Genics has pioneered technology and services that protect your wood products while preserving the environment that produces them. Genics is a leader in the development of fumigant-free wood treatment products, crucial wood treatments, installation services, as well as inspection and testing services.

	The Hitachi corporate statement, "Inspire the Next" signifies Hitachi's determination to breathe new life into the next era, and to contribute, as the "Best Solutions Partner", to achieving a comfortable and abundant society. Hitachi derives its business strategy from its vision, making the passion and expertise work together, to succeed in the most challenging circumstances. The Hitachi Group Identity articulates the Mission, Values and Vision that are shared by the Hitachi Group worldwide.

	Visit Knoxville is the official Convention and Visitors Bureau for Knoxville and Knox County. It’s our priority and privilege to promote Knoxville as a nature-loving-adventure-seeking-artsy-kinda-town. Our mission is to accelerate sustainable economic growth and development by increasing visitor and convention/event business to our community. Visit Knoxville is proud to support community initiatives encompassing art and culture, history, entertainment and outdoor adventure to promote Knoxville regionally, nationally and internationally.

	Kop-Coat Wood Preservation Companies provide customized, state-of-the-art wood preservation solution to protect against Mold, mildew, stain fungi, Decay & rot fungi, Wood destroying insects, Enzymatic and chemical discolorations, Water, UV and drying damage. Operating in 35 countries working with Global Producers of Solid and Engineered Wood Products, Kop-Coat is recognized as an Innovator in protecting wood products.

	Koppers Performance Chemicals develops revolutionary ways to pressure treat lumber for residential construction, remodeling, commercial building, heavy duty marine and agricultural use. In addition to fire retardant treated wood products, Koppers provides essential products for utility companies and fundamental infrastructure. We are the global leader in the development and commercialization of wood technologies and chemistries.

	Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP) is a leading producer of high-performance engineered wood products for residential and light commercial construction. This includes both single family and multifamily, mid-rise construction. LP’s extensive product offering includes treated engineered wood siding and a portfolio of value-added oriented strand board (OSB) panel products.

	Mellott Wood Preserving Co, Inc. is a small, family-owned business based in in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Needmore, Pennsylvania and has been dedicated to producing the highest quality crossties, switch timbers, and bridge timbers since 1977. Mellott Wood provides the perfect balance of personal attention that a small business affords to its clients and forward-thinking innovation that makes it a major player in the railroad tie industry.

	The National Hardwood Lumber Association NHLA is a membership-based international trade association dedicated to the hardwood industry. We are the voice of the hardwood industry and represent the entire hardwood supply chain at all levels of production. We serve NHLA Members engaged in the commerce of N.A. hardwood lumber in the changing global hardwood marketplace; providing member services; promoting N.A. hardwood lumber and advocating for hardwood community in public/private policy issues; & providing a platform for networking opportunities.

	Nisus is a privately held company producing a full line of pest management products, including wood protection, insect baits and odor control at its manufacturing plant in Rockford, TN. Nisus Corporation continues to lead the Green Pest Management movement and bring sustainable wood preservatives to the railroad, utility and lumber industries.

	Osmose exists to make the grid as strong, safe, and resilient as the communities it serves to: Make better data-informed asset decisions, uncover and address hidden risks, experience proven technical and operational innovation, and benefit from a proactive strategic partnership. Osmose is a partner in protecting utilities' asset health and system performance.

	The Railway Tie Association RTA provides advocacy, community, and sustainability for the wood crosstie life-cycle. The RTA seeks to keep the wood tie market strong and sustainable. To this end, the RTA advocates for and conducts activities including, Research in all aspects of the crosstie industry, Sound forest management, Timber resource conservation, Timber processing, Wood preservation, Industry safety, Sustainability and Tie Recycling.

	RioTinto was founded in 1873, on the banks of the Rio Tinto river in Andalusia, Spain. Our Borax units provide refined borates vital to industrial processes and agricultural and commercial applications. Tim-bor® is a high-performance borate wood preservative that has been specially designed to provide the highest concentration of boron at the maximum possible solubility and rate of dissolution in water.

	The Southern Pressure Treaters’ Association - SPTA members supply vital wood components for America’s infrastructure. Pressure treated wood poles and wood crossarms form the backbone of the electrical and telecommunications system, while pressure treated timber piles are the mainstay of foundation systems for manufacturing plants, airports, commercial buildings, processing facilities, homes, piers, wharfs, bulkheads, docks.

	Stella-Jones is North America’s leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent.

	The Treated Wood Council (TWC) serves companies that harvest and saw wood, manufacture wood preservatives, produce pressure-treated wood products, or serve the treated wood industry. The Council monitors and responds to legislation and regulatory activities related to the treated wood industry. It does not set standards nor does it conduct promotional campaigns.

	Viance, is a joint venture between Lanxess and Venator® Materials. Viance provides an extensive range of wood treatment technologies and services to the global wood preservation industry. Viance is an industry leader in the development of advanced building material solutions and utility pole protection.

	Wheeler maintains a state-of-the-art treating plant combining the latest in computer technology and high speed pumps to produce a superior product at a competitive price. Copper Naphthenate continues to be our primary preservative. Additional preservatives can be sourced through industry partners. Quality control is number one at Wheeler. All of our products are analyzed per strict guidelines set forth by the American Wood Protection Association.

	The Western Wood Preservers Institute - WWPI works on behalf of its members to increase public understanding and confidence in preserved wood products and secure reasonable and economic regulations regarding the production and use of these products. Guided by an active membership, the Institute's services are provided for the following product groups or issues: Aquatic & Agriculture, Lumber and Plywood, Fire Retardant, Utility Poles and Regulatory Affairs.