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The Level Set - September 3, 2025

The Level Set - September 3, 2025

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September 3, 2025

 

Updates & Events

Start the Year with Learning and Connections

This year we are focusing on what it means to learn together. The new LumberTech season is underway with workshops and roundtables that build skills and strengthen connections.

  • Workshops on estimating, yard ops, and sales
  • Open for both Retail and Associate Members
  • Learn and grow with others in the industry


View the Calendar
View the Catalog (PDF)

 

Risk Management Training for BLD Members

Federated Insurance® invites current BLD members to a complimentary 2½-day Risk Management Academy focused on building safer workplaces and preventing losses.

  • Designed for business owners in all industries
  • Learn best practices from risk management professionals
  • Held at Federated’s Home Office in Owatonna, MN

Risk Management Academy
November 4–6, 2025
Owatonna, MN

 

Step Towards a Safer Workplace and Stronger Team

Help your team learn how to identify risks, respond to emergencies, and create a safer workplace. BLD Members receive CSA member pricing for this two-day OSHA 10-Hour Workshop.

  • In partnership with Construction Suppliers Association (CSA)
  • Presented by Victor Shell, CSA Director of Safety and Transportation
  • Includes all materials and Monday lunch



Thanks for being part of a community that values learning, safety, and supporting each other.

OSHA 10 Workshop
October 20–21, 2025
Oklahoma City, OK


Visit the event page and register as a guest. Deadline: September 19.

 
 

Resource of the Month

Get the Tools You Need to Hire with Confidence

Struggling to find great candidates or get your job offers accepted? Hire Power is an online, on demand training built for the LBM and Building Products industry. Designed for busy owners and team leaders, it delivers everything you need to start hiring smarter, quickly. With 8 engaging modules packed with tools, scripts, templates, and real-world examples, you'll be ready to recruit with confidence in just a few hours.


Learn more and access your BLD member discount. Click HERE.

Classifieds

CLARK FORKLIFT FOR SALE 


2022 Clark S35L forklift in excellent condition

$30,000 

.
• Full cab with heat – perfect for year-round use.
• Lift capacity: 6,300 lbs.
• Low hours: 671 (still in service, so hours will go up slightly).
• Well-maintained and ready to work.
• Fork positioner
• Sideshift

This forklift is dependable, comfortable, and powerful enough for heavy lifting jobs. Ideal for warehouse, yard, or industrial use.


Call Isaac Rutten for details
(218-535-1453

 

TRUCK FOR SALE


2021 Ford F-550

$45,000


• XLT 4X4
• 7.3 Gas
• 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
• Transmission Replaced w/ 3 Year Warranty
• 104,000 Miles
• 16' Dumping Flatbed w/Electric Hoist


Call (218) 747-2215 or mike@lakesidelbr.com


 

CATERPILLAR FORKLIFT FOR SALE - PRICE REDUCED! 


1994 GPL40-G2 Caterpillar Forklift for Sale.

$12,500 - PRICE LOWERED TO $10,950!

Original Owner. 7860 Hours. 8300#, Triplex 168/85 Mast,

78" x 48" Carriage, 48" x 8" x 1-1/2" Forks, 4.3l 6 cyl Gas.

Good Condition. Tune Up in June 2024. Serviced 6/27/2025.

Email: scbp57@gmail.com
Bob Halleland

 

LUMBERYARD PROPERTY FOR LEASE 


221 South Street, Pella, Iowa
$3,200/month + taxes & insurance


Property Highlights:

  • 9,000+ SF Office/Showroom
  • Multiple warehouse buildings (1,500–4,900+ SF each)
  • Flexible space, excellent visibility, and access

Click HERE to view flyer with full details

 

Classified ads are available to retail members. To place an ad, contact Melanie at melanie@bldconnection.org or call (763) 595-4050.


Suppliers/Associate members - for advertising opportunities contact Erica Nelson at (763) 497-1778 or erica.nelson@ewald.com.

 

Northwestern Lumber Association and Mid-America Lumbermens Association are now BLD Connection. Read About Our Transformation!

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