The Hoffmann Household of Firms (HFOC) pronounces its acquisition of Besse Forest Merchandise Group (Besse), a longstanding family-run firm within the wooden merchandise manufacturing enterprise. HFOC says this strategic transfer provides to the corporate’s portfolio, complementing their present Ferche Millwork operations. With greater than two million sq. toes of manufacturing amenities and a workforce of greater than 1,400 individuals, HFOC believes the mixed power of Besse and Ferche positions the corporate as a significant participant within the wooden merchandise manufacturing trade.

Besse Forest Merchandise Group operates a community of sawmills, wooden drying amenities, and veneer and plywood factories throughout northern Michigan and Wisconsin. The corporate, based in 1966, has remained 100% family-owned, rising from a modest workforce to using lots of of people throughout america.

“We’re excited to accomplice with Besse as they enter a brand new chapter beneath the Hoffmann Household of Firms umbrella,” mentioned Geoff Hoffmann, co-CEO of HFOC. “Our dedication to progress and excellence in manufacturing drives each choice we make. With the acquisition of Besse Forest Merchandise Group, we’re not simply increasing our footprint however constructing on a legacy that spans generations.”

Greg Besse, CEO and proprietor of Besse Forest Merchandise Group, acknowledged, “The choice to hitch forces with the Hoffmann Household of Firms was based mostly on their distinctive model and fame as a well-run household enterprise. We imagine this partnership is not going to solely modernize our operations but in addition be certain that our legacy continues to thrive.”

Besse Forest Merchandise Group, a producer of Northern hardwood veneer, lumber, and specialty plywood, has equipped merchandise for cupboards, doorways, flooring, furnishings, industrial pallets, millwork, musical devices, railroad ties, sporting items, wall panels, home windows, and different wooden merchandise used worldwide.

Besse Forest Merchandise Group operates 10 manufacturing amenities in america, together with 4 veneer mills, 4 sawmills, one lumber drying focus yard, and one cut-to-size plywood mill. Greg Besse will proceed in his function as CEO of the Besse Forest Merchandise Group.