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Mr. Lee Wang, Sales Manager of Pollmeier Massivholz

FDM: Pollmeier is Europe’s largest hardwood producer

and the market leader in beech lumber. Could you please
introduce the key characteristics and competitive advantages
of the hardwood and beech lumber products promoted by
Pollmeier? Additionally, what core philosophy or concept
does Pollmeier follow in its operations?

Mr. Lee Wang: Pollmeier, headquartered in Germany, is a
leading European producer specialising in beech lumber
and components, with a strong focus on helping customers

reduce material costs.
Hardwood is renowned as an excellent material for furniture
and various wood products, but cost efficiency has become
increasingly critical in production.
Recognising this, we align with industry standards in planning,
cost calculation, and warehousing to offer sustainable, high-
quality hardwood at competitive prices through its component

lumber solutions. Numerous customer case studies have of 7-9 percent, then carefully conditioned to ensure stability
demonstrated that component lumber is one of the most across different environmental conditions.
cost-effective options available. Both sides of the lumber are pre-sanded, providing a
One of the key advantages of using dimension lumber smooth surface from the outset. The lumber is quality-sorted
from Pollmeier lies in its ease of processing. It eliminates according to the stringent standards of the National Hardwood
the need for surface sanding; a simple table saw can round Lumber Association (NHLA), guaranteeing customers receive
the edges and lightly sand the surface, saving time, reducing consistently high-quality material.
processing steps, and minimising material waste. Additionally, the closed-pore structure of our beech makes
Using component lumber can reduce waste by up to 40 it especially suitable for staining and ensures excellent surface

percent, lower material costs by 15 percent to 35 percent, quality.
and decrease the workload for cross-cutting and longitudinal Other notable features of our components include precise
cutting. This also translates into lower costs for waste disposal, dimensions, stable quality, and short lead times. Importantly, all
transportation, import, and warehousing. timber is sourced from sustainably managed forests, reflecting
Pollmeier’s beech lumber is characterised by its square- our commitment to environmental responsibility and ensuring
edged, lightly steamed boards that exhibit a light, uniform the long-term availability of this premium hardwood. FDM
colour. The wood is precisely kiln-dried to a moisture content ENQUIRY NO. 3001