MSR Lumber - North Star Forest Materials

Product Availability by Location:

Riverdale, IL – North Star • St. Paul, MN – North Star

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MSR Lumber Product Overview

Features & Benefits

North Star Forest Materials is the upper Midwest’s leading supplier of Machine Stress Rated (MSR) grades of lumber and web stock material.
You can mix all of your North Star Forest Materials with Weekes Forest products for prompt shipment and improved cash flow.
We inventory a deep selection of web stock material to support your component manufacturing needs.

Applications

MSR lumber is a high-performance material used primarily in applications where strength, consistency, and reliability are critical. Common applications include:

Trusses and Rafters: MSR lumber is the standard for roof trusses and floor trusses due to its predictable strength ratings. This allows engineers to design components with greater precision and confidence.
Engineered Wood Products: It’s a key component in the manufacturing of various engineered wood products, providing the necessary strength for I-joists and other structural members.
Structural Framing: MSR lumber can be used for framing walls, floors, and roofs, especially in large structures or projects that require specific load-bearing capacities.
Laminated Beams: Its consistent strength makes it ideal for use in glulam beams and other laminated structural elements.
High-Wind and Seismic Zones: Its reliable strength and stiffness make it a preferred choice for construction in areas prone to high winds or seismic activity.