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What if the key to restoring our forests also held the future of sustainable building? What if preventing wildfires, protecting recreation, and supporting local economies could all be part of the same solution?

Welcome to Forest to Frame, the podcast that explores the connection between forest restoration and modern timber construction. I’m Russ Vaagen, and in this series, we’ll dive into how science, collaboration, and cutting-edge sawmilling technology are transforming the way we manage forests—and how we build with wood.

Every year, millions of acres of forests are at risk from catastrophic wildfires. But by using the byproducts of restoration to create high-quality lumber for cross-laminated timber, Glulam, and mass timber construction, we’re not just reducing fire risk—we’re creating stronger, more sustainable buildings, powering local industries, and redefining what’s possible with wood."

Join me as we talk to the innovators, builders, and land stewards making it happen. This is more than a conversation about trees—it’s about the future of our forests, our communities, and the places we call home.

Subscribe now and be part of the movement from Forest to Frame.

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What if the key to restoring our forests also held the future of sustainable building? What if preventing wildfires, protecting recreation, and supporting local economies could all be part of the same solution?

Welcome to Forest to Frame, the podcast that explores the connection between forest restoration and modern timber construction. I’m Russ Vaagen, and in this series, we’ll dive into how science, collaboration, and cutting-edge sawmilling technology are transforming the way we manage forests—and how we build with wood.

Every year, millions of acres of forests are at risk from catastrophic wildfires. But by using the byproducts of restoration to create high-quality lumber for cross-laminated timber, Glulam, and mass timber construction, we’re not just reducing fire risk—we’re creating stronger, more sustainable buildings, powering local industries, and redefining what’s possible with wood."

Join me as we talk to the innovators, builders, and land stewards making it happen. This is more than a conversation about trees—it’s about the future of our forests, our communities, and the places we call home.

Subscribe now and be part of the movement from Forest to Frame.

  continue reading

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In episode 8 of Forest To Frame , Russ Vaagen discusses the innovative advancements at Vaagen Timbers , particularly focusing on their unique software, Timber Sequence Pro. Discover how this technology is revolutionizing the mass timber industry by enhancing project constructability and streamlining the loading process for construction sites. Tune in to discover how these advancements are shaping the future of the forest industry. TIMESTAMPS [00:02:35] Timber Sequence Pro software solution. [00:05:53] Design assist contract benefits. [00:10:00] Innovative mass timber solutions. QUOTES “There are a lot of people that are using really cool software and different things, but Timber Sequence Pro, we believe, is something that helps us deliver more value to our clients, and we're going to build upon that even more.” “We're innovating things at a rapid rate, and there's a good reason to be sure that we're using technology and other things and protecting the things that we come up with that are unique to us.” SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
In episode 7 of Forest To Frame , Russ Vaagen discusses the importance of large-scale contracts, improved dispute resolution systems, and the need for community involvement in forest restoration efforts. With a focus on creating healthy forests and sustainable practices, this episode highlights the potential for similar projects across the country. Tune in to understand how the A to Z project is paving the way for a brighter future in forest management and the role of mass timber in building sustainable communities. TIMESTAMPS [00:01:10] A to Z project success. [00:04:37] Forest Service project challenges. [00:09:10] Forest management project success. [00:15:18] Large-scale forest management solutions. [00:17:15] Healthy forests and industry growth. QUOTES "We need to focus on interests rather than positions and abundance rather than scarcity." "If we agree as a community that these forests should be managed, and we can cross those items off that are contentious, we need to move forward and accelerate and create healthy forests and great products." SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
In episode 6 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen discusses the environmental concerns surrounding biomass energy and presents a compelling case for its role as a green energy source. Tune into the future of biomass energy and its role in creating sustainable power solutions. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:39] Biomass power generation opportunities. [00:07:12] Biomass for energy generation. [00:09:39] Biomass energy and its benefits. [00:12:38] Biomass energy and environmental impact. QUOTES “We are under-utilizing the material in our forests at a scale that would drive most people crazy if they really knew.” “What we need to do is thin the forest, leave the appropriate level of trees, the right species that are supposed to be there, so they can get to what's called their late cereal stage and become an old-growth tree eventually.” SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
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In episode 5 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen provides insights into the manufacturing process of glulam, highlighting its finger-jointed construction that allows for the combination of shorter lumber pieces into longer beams and columns. Tune in as we explore the beauty and functionality of glulam in creating sustainable building solutions. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:34] Glulam beams in mass timber. [00:07:50] Wood repair techniques in construction. [00:09:18] Glulam in mass timber construction. QUOTES “We are trying to minimize any filler or repairs that need to be made. So we're using a little bit better quality lumber.” “People think the architectural is the highest you can get, and really, from a grade standpoint, it is. But there are opportunities, and we're helping create those to create a premium glue lamp that can go into a traditionally built home or small commercial building, or any building for that matter.” SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
In episode 4 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen emphasizes the importance of using high-quality lumber with the correct moisture levels, explaining the significance of the KDHT (Kiln-Dried and Heat Treated) designation. Tune in for insights that bridge the gap between forestry and construction! TIMESTAMPS [00:01:07] Lumber moisture content importance. [00:05:28] Cross-laminated timber benefits. [00:12:19] Lumber drying quality differences. [00:13:02] Cost-saving construction techniques. QUOTES "The beauty of cross-laminated timber is that you are putting the layers in long ways, and then you put another layer in this way, so it's not shrinking in the same direction." “It's really important to get that moisture content as close to the end installation point as possible. But that's also a little bit tricky, too. And I think it's a place that we are learning more about as an industry, both in the building industry, construction, and design.” SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
In episode 3 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen explains the various methods of timber harvesting, the benefits of mass timber in construction, and how it allows for a more visible connection between the source of the wood and the final product. Tune in to learn how these practices not only benefit the environment but also contribute to beautiful spaces in our communities. TIMESTAMPS [00:00:34] Mass timber and forest management. [00:06:09] Mass timber construction benefits. [00:10:41] Mass timber efficiency and benefits. [00:12:38] Podcast subscription and reviews. QUOTES “We've been creating a few different forest certifications to kind of attach a sign of good sustainability to the product so people can feel comfortable when they're buying it.” “We're finding more and more people are gravitating towards mass timber. And I think in the future, what we're gonna see is more people combining some materials. So we're seeing more hybrid structures. So, as much as we love wood, wood is not the perfect material for all things.” SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
In this first episode of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen, the CEO at Vaagen Timbers, LLC, highlights the importance of managing forest lands for both economic benefit and health, setting the stage for a deeper conversation about the future of forests and mass timber. Tune in to explore how restoring forests can create beautiful spaces and the impact of community-driven forestry practices. TIMESTAMPS [00:02:42] Economic benefits of forest management. [00:06:27] Sustainable forest management practices. [00:10:29] Forest health and mass timber. [00:13:20] Forest restoration benefits everyone. QUOTES “The secret is that technology is such now where primarily all sawmills are using smaller diameter trees than the large ones. But the other thing is we're doing things in such a better way and the market likes it.” "It's not just the timber industry and the buildings, but it's the environment. It's recreation. It's the communities." SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
In episode 2 of Forest To Frame, Russ Vaagen discusses the historical context of wildfires in the Intermountain West, the consequences of fire suppression, and the importance of managing forest health. Tune in to learn about the essential balance between restoration efforts and wildfire management to create sustainable forest environments. TIMESTAMPS [00:01:10] Forest restoration and wildfire management. [00:06:36] Forest restoration benefits and practices. QUOTES “Leave the biggest and best trees behind. Leave a forest that looks like, or maybe the trees are a little smaller because they've been overstocked, but leave a right amount of spacing and the right types of trees so now when they grow larger, the forest can withstand that wildfire.” “We really encourage our federal land managers to do a lot more of that (Forest Restoration Projects). And we try to understand that by incentivizing or asking for that product, we are now restoring more acres of our forests.” SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS Russ Vaagen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/ WEBSITE Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/…
 
What if the key to restoring our forests also held the future of sustainable building? What if preventing wildfires, protecting recreation, and supporting local economies could all be part of the same solution? Welcome to Forest to Frame, the podcast that explores the connection between forest restoration and modern timber construction. I’m Russ Vaagen, and in this series, we’ll dive into how science, collaboration, and cutting-edge sawmilling technology are transforming the way we manage forests—and how we build with wood. Every year, millions of acres of forests are at risk from catastrophic wildfires. But by using the byproducts of restoration to create high-quality lumber for cross-laminated timber, Glulam, and mass timber construction, we’re not just reducing fire risk—we’re creating stronger, more sustainable buildings, powering local industries, and redefining what’s possible with wood." Join me as we talk to the innovators, builders, and land stewards making it happen. This is more than a conversation about trees—it’s about the future of our forests, our communities, and the places we call home. Subscribe now and be part of the movement from Forest to Frame.…
 
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