Jackson Journal

Jackson at Poultry Convention March 14-15, 2012

2012-02-01T14:48:00.000-06:00

The annual Midwest Poultry Federation Convention will be held Wednesday, March 14, and Thursday, March 15, at the Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Boulevard, Suite 501, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Representatives from Jackson Lumber Harvester Company will be on hand in the Jackson Wood Shaving Mill trade-show booth at this event.
In 2012 the exhibit hall has been expanded. Be sure to come and check us out at Booth No. 506. This will give you a chance to visit in person with the folks from Jackson.
There are interesting work shops to attend, as well as chances to network with others in the industry. More than 1900 participants are expected from 36 states, four Canadian provinces, and several other international countries. Current Jackson customers, new prospects, and old friends: we are looking forward to seeing you at the Midwest Poultry Convention.
MAKE PLANS NOW FOR NEXT YEAR'S CONVENTION: MARCH 13 & 14, 2013, St. Paul River Centre

Jackson Ships Equipment to South Africa

2011-11-17T16:08:00.001-06:00

Jackson Lumber Harvester Company employees recently manufactured machinery destined for South Africa. The equipment was loaded and began its long journey on Monday, November 7. Two Model 30D10HL Jackson Wood Shaving Mills with elevated bases were loaded into two 40-foot semi truck hard-top containers. Also loaded were two 20-foot Jackson Log Decks and two 20-foot Jackson Belt Conveyors, as well as a supply of spare parts. An inspector, representing the buyer, was on hand during the loading to confirm that everything was shipped as ordered, and loaded in the proper manner.
Three representatives from the South African company purchasing the equipment came to Mondovi the week of October 17 and visited the Jackson Lumber Harvester manufacturing plant. They received instruction on procedures and training in the operation of their new Jackson equipment. They also went and saw similar equipment operating in the vicinity. They enjoyed being in the United States and were impressed with seeing the sites in this area, especially viewing the Mississippi River, trying cheese curds for the first time at the cheese factory in Nelson, Wisconsin, and visiting Gander Mountain sporting goods store in Eau Claire.
Jackson Lumber Harvester Company received an E-mail from the visitors upon their return to South Africa expressing how much they appreciated their visit to Wisconsin. They commended the Company on their craftmanship, friendliness, hospitality, and expertise, and extended an offer to Jackson employees to come for a visit and enjoy big game hunting on their game farm in South Africa.

Jackson to Participate in Midwest Forest Industry Show

2011-09-28T16:10:00.003-05:00

The 2011 Midwest Forest Industry Show will be held in Cape Girardeau, MO, Fri., September 30, and Sat., October 1, 2011, at the Show Me Center. Schedule is as follows: Friday, 10 AM - 6 PM. Saturday, 8 AM - 4 PM. Entry fee: $10 per person.
Organized by the Missouri Forest Products Association, this Show is one of the premier events of the forest industry. It will be widely showcasing all the latest products, technologies, and machines of the forest industry. Jackson Lumber Harvester Company, Inc., will be highlighting the latest in Jackson Wood Shaving Mill machinery in a trade show display at this event. Come and see us at the Show!

Jackson Represented at Internat'l Biomass Expo

2011-05-11T11:44:00.000-05:00

Jackson Lumber Harvester Company, Inc., was represented at the International Biomass Conference & Expo. Representatives from Jackson had a trade show booth at this event, which was held May 2-5 in St. Louis, Missouri. Publicized as the "world's largest biomass event," there were more than 2,000 attendees.
Tours were scheduled to industrial sites as part of the conference. The exposition portion of the event was held at the America's Center, where Jackson Lumber Harvester Company, Inc., was one of the 300 exhibitors.
The featured item of emphasis in the Jackson display was the Webb Burner, manufactured and sold by Jackson Lumber Harvester Company in cooperation with inventor and physicist, W. B. Webb. Webb Burners are ideal for generating large quantities of heat for industrial processes, at substantially less cost per BTU than traditional oil- or gas-fired systems. Jackson manufactures a complete line of Webb Burners available in sizes up through 60 million BTU per hour.

Up-coming Trade Shows in 2011

2011-01-04T14:53:00.005-06:00

International Poultry Expo in Atlanta, GA January 26-28, 2011 --
Held Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday the last week in January, this show is known as the world's largest display of technology, equipment, supplies, and services used in poultry and egg production and processing, and also for those involved in feed manufacture. This is the 63rd year of this show being held in Atlanta. Come to the Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd., NW Atlanta, Georgia. Visit our booth if you come to the show. It is located in Exhibit Hall A. We are booth #1529.
Click HERE for a map of the floor plan. Then click on "Search Exhibitors." You will find us listed under the letter "J." Click Jackson Wood Shaving Mills for the map to our booth. Click HERE for more information regarding the show.

Midwest Poultry Federation Convention, in St. Paul, MN March 16-17, 2011 --
This Convention will be held at the St. Paul RiverCentre, 175 W. Kellogg Blvd. in St. Paul, Minnesota, Wednesday and Thursday, March 16 and 17. Pre-Show Events and Welcome Reception is planned for Tuesday, March 15. Last year people attended this Convention from 32 states and five Canadian provinces. It is known as the largest regional poultry show convention in the United States. We are at the lower level of the exhibit hall Booth #506 .
Click HERE for a map of the floor plan. Click HERE for more information about the show.

Note: The city of St. Paul has a St. Patrick's Day Parade the afternoon of March 17, which you may want to attend, or at least be aware of as far as traffic congestion is concerned.

Upcoming Trade Shows

2010-01-18T10:41:00.004-06:00

Happy New Year everyone. Here is a list of the trade shows where we will be exhibitors. Please come by and see us if you can.

International Poultry Expo in Atlanta, GA will be January 27-29, 2010

This year marks the 62nd year that the 'Poultry Show' has been held in Atlanta. It will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center. The show is the world's largest display of technology, equipment, supplies, & serviced used in the production & processing of poultry & eggs and for those involved in the manufacturing of feed.

We are located at Booth# 1425 in Exhibit Hall A2. Click HERE for a map of the floor plan. Then click on 'Search Exhibitors', you will find us listed under the letter 'J'. Click HERE for more information regarding the show.

Midwest Poultry Federation Convention in St. Paul, MN to be held March 16-18, 2010

The Midwest Poultry Federation Convention is the largest regional poultry show in the US. Last year the convention drew approximately 1700 participants from 32 states & 5 Canadian provinces.

Come & see us at the 39th annual convention which will be held at the St. Paul RiverCentre. We will be located at Booth# 506. Click HERE for a map of the floor plan. Click HERE for more information about the show.

Employee Anniversaries

2009-11-25T08:54:00.003-06:00

Several of Jackson's employees recently celebrated their company anniversaries.

Celebrating 40 years with Jackson.....

Robert “Bob” Everson celebrated 40 years as an employee at Jackson Lumber Harvester Company, Inc.. Present & retired employees attended a pizza party and program in honor of Everson. We visited about highlights from past years and the number of foreign countries that were destinations for equipment that Bob had worked on building, in addition to all the machinery that stayed right here in the USA.

During his tenure with the Company, he has served under the leadership of corporate president, Tom Meis, and more recently under the current president, Daniel Meis. Everson has worked as a welder and project leader in the Production Department and currently is in Parts and Quality Control. Bob has been instrumental in the production of machinery shipped to destinations throughout the United States and foreign countries around the world.

Prior to coming with Jackson in 1969, Everson was employed by Dolly Madison Dairy in Eau Claire.

Celebrating 15 years with Jackson....

Mike Phillips has been with Jackson for 15 years. He started as a welder and worked on setting up the control & hydraulic systems. Since then, Mike has been all around the world. He has traveled thousands of miles, both flying and driving, to set up equipment for our customers.

We celebrated with cake & ice cream in Mike's honor.

Wendy Meis also celebrated her 15 anniversary with cake & ice cream. She is the Accounting Administrator for Jackson.

Safety Seminar

2009-08-26T12:12:00.003-05:00

On August 19, Jackson's hosted an all-day Safety Seminar for their employees. The seminar was conducted by Max Muller, a lawyer and author, from Rockhurst University. He highlighted some of the recent developments in safety and provided a refresher for standard safety procedures.

A mid-morning break included a delicious assortment of sweet rolls, muffins, and doughnuts. Lunch was a buffet of BBQ beef on buns, baked beans, potato salad and fresh fruit salad. Cookies & ice cream were served for afternoon break. All the food was catered by K D's Homestyle Eatery & Catering located in Mondovi.

10 years with Jackson's

2009-07-20T15:05:00.003-05:00

Don Geffe recently celebrated 10 years with Jackson's. He works primarily in the Machine Shop, but is also a talented welder and has a special "knack" for figuring out difficult issues with equipment. Employees enjoyed cake & ice cream in honor of Don's 10 years with Jackson's.

Jackson's honored by Midwest Poultry Federation

2009-07-20T14:38:00.004-05:00

Jackson Lumber Harvester Co. Inc., was one of the 18 exhibiting companies honored for their long-time commitment to the Midwest Poultry Federation (MPF) Convention.

A plaque honoring Jackson's 15 consecutive years as exhibitors at the MPF Convention was presented to salesman, Dick McGee.

The Midwest Poultry Federation was formed in 1971 and held it's first convention in 1972, emphasizing on-farm poultry production. The convention's goal is to offer cutting-edge information to attendees through a balanced offering of exhibits and educational workshops. The 2010 MPF Convention will be held March 16-18 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre in St. Paul, MN. For more information about the 2010 Convention or the Midwest Poultry Federation, click HERE.

Dick McGee celebrates 20 years

2009-02-04T10:31:00.004-06:00

Dick McGee celebrated 20 years at Jackson Lumber Harvester Company, Inc., on Monday, January 26. He has been a sales consultant for us since he was hired in 1989.

Dick has been responsible mainly for sales in the U.S., with a concentration on the north-central states. Upon occasion, he has gotten involved in foreign business as well.

We had a pizza party for all employees, who helped Dick celebrate. Retired employees were also invited as special guests and Vern Snider was in attendance. Dan Meis, president of the corporation, presented Dick with a plaque commemorating his 20 years with the company.

Tom Meis & Dick McGee reminisced at the employee party about specific jobs back when Dick started. Commenting on Dick's achievements over the years, Margi Meis said, "Dick has natural God-given talents in the area of salesmanship. These gifts he has successfully put to use here at Jackson, which has benefited all of us."

Dick considers Mondovi his "home town," having been reared in this area. He & his wife, Gail, also raised in Mondovi, currently reside in Eau Claire. They are the parents of two grown daughters.

Looking Forward....

2009-01-15T05:31:00.011-06:00

The holidays are over and we are in "the depths of winter" here in Wisconsin. The temperature at the time of this writing is -18F to -20F. In spite of the cold & snow, we are preparing for several up-coming shows.

International Poultry Expo - Atlanta, GA

Wed. - Fri., January 28, 29 & 30, 2009

Considered to be the largest poultry & egg industry show, it is to be held at the Georgia World Congress Center. We have been exhibitors at this show for a number of years. It is always a pleasure to see each of you who stop by our booth. We are located at Booth 3472 in Exhibit Hall B between Entrances B4/B5 and B3/B4 on the Eleventh Ave. side. For more information about the show, chick HERE.

Midwest Poultry Federation Convention - Saint Paul, MN

Wed. & Thurs., March 18 & 19, 2009

The convention will be at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Last year's show was said to be the largest regional poultry show in the U.S., drawing participants from 29 states and 6 Canadian provinces. We are in the same location as last year, Booth 506. For registration info, click HERE. For more information about the Midwest Poultry Show, click HERE to visit their website.

Forest Products Machinery Equipment Expo - New Orleans, LA

Thursday - Saturday, June 11, 12 & 13, 2009

The 30th Biennial Exposition will be hosted by the Southern Forest Products Association at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans this year. The show boasts such forest product categories as: Sawmilling, Engineered Wood, Forestry & Biomass. We will be located at Booth # 2115. Click HERE for a map of our booth location. For more information about the show click HERE.

A Peek into the Past!

2008-11-24T09:09:00.005-06:00

The first Jackson Lumber Harvester sawing at the Frank Kothbauer farm near Mondovi, WI. (May 1935)

As we think of Thanksgiving coming up, we are reminded of the heritage we have right in this Company, and of how God has blessed us through the years.

Many of you know that Jackson Lumber Harvester Company was started by Clint Jackson, back in the 1930's, with his idea of the portable sawmill, which was patented, and trademarked as the "Lumber Harvester."

The second individual to become President of the Company was Howard Fimreite, husband of Clint's daughter, Rosalie. Howard was a Mondovi boy, who joined the U.S. Marines Corp. as a young man.

After enlisting in the Marines in 1943, he finished Avation School at Navy Pier in Chicago and attended the Navy's Advance Hydraulic Training School there. Then he was assigned to the VMB-612 Rocket Squadron in the South Pacific.

He saw action in such places as Okinawa, Saipan, Iwo Jima, and the Philippines, receiving seven battle stars for service in World War II. When the war was over, he returned and headed up Jackson Lumber Harvester Company. About this time, the Company's manufacturing facilities, which had been in Wisconsin, were moved to Brewton, Alabama.

As a direct result of Howard Fimreite's hydraulic schooling and experience with Marine VMB-612, he had the training necessary to design and build the first hydraulic feed portable "Lumber Harvester."

September Machinery Shows

2008-08-25T09:34:00.006-05:00

The summer is winding down and several machinery shows are gearing up.

63rd Annual Lake States Logging Congress will be held in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Thursday - Saturday, September 4-6, 2008.

The Logging Congress highlights the forest industry of Wisconsin and Michigan and is the Midwest's largest trade show. The activities start at 12:00 noon on Thursday and wrap up at 1:00 PM on Saturday. Jackson's has attended the Logging Congress since the mid 1960's.

Our booth for this year is #46 inside the Shopko Hall, there also are outdoor exhibits in the Lambeau Field parking lot. Admission to the show is $10.00.

For more information, here is the link to Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association who hosts the show.

The North Star Expo in Bemidji, MN is coming up on Friday & Saturday, September 12 & 13, 2008 at the Beltrami County Fairgrounds in Bemidji.

The show is sponsored by the Minnesota Timber Producers Association.

Parking is $3.00. Admission is Free. Visit Jackson's at booth # 43 inside.

For more information about the show call 218-722-5013 or for additional information about the area, here is a link to Bemidji, MN.

Shavings used for bedding severely injured horse

2008-06-30T11:53:00.009-05:00

Due to the graphic nature of the pictures and also to devote more room to Lady's story, Naomi has provided a link to her blog about Lady horse.

Updates on Lady

On May 27, Jackson employee, Naomi Jensen, heard her daughter, Mandy scream for help. Lady, Mandy's 20-year old-Arabian mare, had run into a steel fence post and severely cut her left front leg. A quick call soon brought the veterinarian, Beth Smith, who sutured the cut. Lady had to be confined to a small corral to keep her as stationary as possible so the stitches would not tear out.

It was natural for Jensen to think of wood shavings as the ideal bedding. Veterinarian Smith also recommended wood shavings as the best choice. Jensen explained, "I have been able to haul bales of shavings in the trunk or back seat of the car without making a mess. They are dry, sanitary and very absorbent. They also help keep the flies and gnats away. We have been sleeping close to Lady and bales of shavings even make a nice bed."

In the month or so that has passed, Naomi Jensen and daughter Mandy have gone through countless bags of shavings. Every day or so, after dressing the wound, all the bedding has to be replaced. In between times, shavings are added as needed.

Naomi said, "Lady has healed to the point that now she needs to move around to exercise her leg. The shavings are better than straw because they don't wind up around her hoof as she tries to move. She cannot lift her leg very well yet."

"I have grown up using shavings for various animal projects. I even sold shavings when working at a pet supply store while going to college, but I never fully understood all the benefits of shavings until now."

Usually working behind the scenes, taking care of maintenance and safety at Jackson, Naomi Jensen has always had an appreciation for the timber industry. Her grandfather, Clint Jackson, founded Jackson Lumber Harvester Company, Inc., and her father, Tom Meis, invented the Jackson Wood Shaving Mill.

Jensen explained, "I was taught that trees are a renewable resource. In this day and age where depleting natural resources are a concern, the fact that trees can be harvested and reforested becomes of utmost importance. Future generations can reap the benefits of the wise stewardship of our timber today."

Bill Becker honored for 30 years with Jackson

2008-06-26T13:55:00.009-05:00

William C. "Bill" Becker, Executive Vice President of Jackson Lumber Harvester Company Inc., of Mondovi, WI, has been with the corporation for 30 years.

Employees honored Becker on Thursday, June 19, with a noon pizza party and program. Retired Jackson employees, George Moats and Howard Peterson, were also on hand for the celebration. Another retired employee, Vern Snider, dropped by later in the day to congratulate Bill.

Becker became actively involved in sales during the 1980's, and has been the top salesman in the company for many years. He came to Jackson from Presto Industries, and started as a Purchasing Agent. He was promoted to Assistant Manager in 1986, elected Vice President in 1990, and Executive Vice President in 1991, a post he currently holds.

Tom Meis, Chairman of the Board, presented Becker with a plaque commemorating 30 years with Jackson. As a part of the program, remimiscences were shared by current and retired employees, and Bill shared highlights of the 1978-2008 period.

Becker continues to be heavily involved in the sales negotiations end of the business at the present time. He has traveled on behalf of Jackson throughout the United States and in numerous countries around the world.

Veronica's 20th Anniversary

2008-05-23T11:48:00.009-05:00

Veronica Wick, Administrative Assistant at Jackson, has been with the company 20 years. Employees joined in helping her celebrate with a pizza party in her honor.

Veronica started with the company in 1988 after graduating from Chippewa Valley Technical College in Eau Claire, WI. She is from the Mondovi area and has a farming background. Corporate Secretary, Margi Meis said, "She came with the highest of recommendations from the Tech. It helped to be a 'farm girl' too, because she understood nuts and bolts. Veronica does an all-around great job. Her experience gained over the years in handling the various aspects of foreign business transactions alone, has made her invaluable." Tom Meis praised her secretarial abilities. Veronica was presented with a plaque commemorating her 20 years with Jackson Lumber Harvester by Dan Meis.

Former employee passes away

2008-05-15T09:06:00.004-05:00

Muriel A. Smith, 91 of Wausau, WI and formerly of Mondovi, WI, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2008. Muriel was the secretary at Jackson's in 1970 and 1971. Her husband, the late Ralph W. Smith, was a Jackson Lumber Harvester Co. stockholder on the Board of Directors, and served as Vice President of the corporation from February 19, 1963 until February 21, 1989, when he retired. At which time, Bill Becker was elected Vice President.

During her career, Muriel worked as a teacher, band and chorus director at the Gilmanton High School and also directed choir groups at the Evangelical United Brethren Church and Central Lutheran Church.

She had worked as the secretary to the president of Dolly Madison Dairies in Eau Claire, WI. Because of her talented and vivacious personality, she did the Dolly Madison ice cream commercials for TV. Back then, in the 1950's, commercials were done "live", so it was crucial that the ice cream was the right consistency for easy scooping when the cameras were rolling. There were no "retakes" in those days!

When Muriel and her family lived in Kansas City, she worked as a secretary to the president of Stinson-Mag Law Firm. One of their clients was Bess Truman, an elderly lady at the time and widow of President Harry Truman. Mrs. Truman was so impressed with Muriel's charming personality that she called the law firm and requested Muriel to come and have tea with her on a regular basis.

In later years, she had a desire to learn to fly, so took flying lessons and received her solo certificate. She lived a full life and will always hold a special place in the hearts of those who knew her.

Expo Richmond 2008 ~ coming soon ~ May 16 & 17

2008-05-06T07:48:00.009-05:00

We are looking forward to seeing all of you who will be able to come to the 'Richmond Show'. Our booth is #12 inside the Commonwealth Building. The Expo Richmond 2008 will be held Friday and Saturday, May 16 & 17 in Richmond, VA at the Richmond Raceway Complex.

For more information on the show, here is a link to the Expo Richmond 2008 Show web site.

Looks like Christmas in Wisconsin....again!

2008-05-03T21:14:00.015-05:00

We received 6 inches of wet, heavy snow near Jackson's factory on Sunday night, April 27 and thought we would share some Wisconsin winter pictures.

Even though it usually doesn't snow this late in the spring here, the snow was beautiful and made every branch and twig stand out. We have had an unusually long and cold winter. Thankfully, the snow melted the next day and now everything is greening up and beginning to look more like spring.

Celebrating an Anniversary!

2008-04-23T18:28:00.007-05:00

Employee Anniversary

Andrew Meier has been with Jackson's for over five years. He works as a welder and also paints equipment. Employees joined in helping him celebrate with cake and ice cream. Andrew is a faithful and dedicated employee and we are happy that he is a part of the "Jackson" team.

Expo Richmond - May 16-17, 2008

2008-04-10T10:50:00.001-05:00

Come and see us at the Expo Richmond 2008 machinery show. The show is scheduled for May 16 & 17, 2008. It will be held at the Richmond Raceway Complex in Richmond, VA. This is the 31st Annual East Coast Sawmill and Logging Equipment Exposition and is the largest show in the Eastern United States. They have both indoor and outdoor areas for companies to display sawmill, logging, pallet and related equipment.

Poultry Show

2008-04-10T10:33:00.004-05:00

The Midwest Poultry Federation Convention was held in St Paul, MN at the River Centre on March 18 - 20, 2008. Tom Meis and Dick McGee manned our display booth there. This is the second largest poultry show in the U.S., and growing. This year the show was bigger and better than the last. It is always a pleasure to see our customers.

Panel World Magazine

2008-04-03T09:28:00.005-05:00

The March 2008 issue of Panel World Magazine had a nice three-page article on Ken Eldredge and Corinth Wood Pellet Company. Ken's pellet operation in Corinth, Maine uses a 20mm BTU/hr. Webb Burner as a source of heat in the manufacturing of wood pellets.

SOUTHERN LUMBERMAN MAGAZINE

2008-03-26T10:22:00.007-05:00

The front cover of the March 2008, Southern Lumberman magazine had a picture of a Jackson Lumber Harvester sawmill in a snowstorm -- you could see the snow coming down -- and the logs on the deck were covered with snow. The photo was taken at Dunn's Sawmill & Logging in Honesdale, PA. Apparently the snowy picture was to capture the attention of the subscribers to Southern Lumberman magazine, which usually features operations in Alabama, Florida, or Georiga.

There was a nice three-page article in the magazine, showing John Dunn operating his Jackson Lumber Harvester portable sawmill. Currently, John has his portable mill set up as a stationary mill. John and his brother, Bill, come from a family of logging and lumber sawing.

Installations abound.

2008-02-22T16:40:00.001-06:00

We are doing many installations for people!
Jackson technicians have been working on:

Webb Biomass Burners.
Entire Wood Shaving Plants ---Including dryers, log decks, & conveyors for the whole operation.
Heating systems for pellet manufacturers.
Sawmills & related equipment.

Jim McGee Celebrates 20 years!

2008-02-18T15:34:00.002-06:00

Production supervisor Jim McGee has been with Jackson for over 20 years. A pizza party was held in his honor with employees joining in to help him celebrate this momentous occasion.

McGee started working for the company in 1988 as a welder. He became production supervisor in 1996, upon the retirement of Howard Peterson who had been with the company since 1959. McGee worked on, and has been in charge of, the metal fabrication of Jackson-brand sawmills, wood shaving mills, and related forestry equipment. He has been instrumental in the production of machinery shipped to destinations throughout the United States and foreign countries; such as Canada, Korea, Bahamas, Colombia, Russia, Puerto Rico, England, Portugal, South Africa, Thailand, Iceland, Chile, Lithuania, Brunei, and Trinidad in the West Indies."

Jackson Lumber Harvester on YouTube

2008-02-18T11:12:00.000-06:00

About four months ago we started posting videos of our machines online via YouTube. The response has been pleasantly surprising and a boost to inquiries. Here is our most popular video to date. Enjoy.

Check out all our videos at: www.youtube.com\JacksonLumber

Enter New Territory

2008-02-18T10:59:00.001-06:00

We at Jackson Lumber Harvester have decided to reformat a newsletter that we once did called the "Jackson Journal". This publication was informative to past and current customers as well as employees concerning many things taking place at Jackson. The newsletter included new business, upcoming trade shows, history, "spotlight" on employees, sales, and other interesting happenings at Jackson. This blog is an attempt to provide similar information in a easy to access medium. Enjoy.