Autumn Spotlight Plant Tour Delivers Innovation and Connection in Munising, MI

Earlier this month, WCMA members gathered in Munising, Michigan for the Autumn Spotlight Plant Tour—an event that blended hands-on learning, industry innovation, and meaningful member engagement. With 45 attendees, the tour offered a dynamic opportunity to explore cutting-edge manufacturing while strengthening professional connections.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Superior, attendees stayed at the Comfort Inn & Suites, nestled right on the shoreline. The natural beauty of Munising added a refreshing and scenic layer to the event.

The event kicked off with a warm welcome reception at Tracey’s at Roam Inn, where guests enjoyed a creative spread of familiar appetizers with a unique twist—setting the tone for a memorable experience.

Attendees divided into three groups to tour Timber Products’ sawmill, veneer facility, warehouse, and the newly opened Munising Components. The Munising Components facility quickly emerged as a highlight, drawing particular interest for its fully automated, state-of-the-art production line.

Following lunch at the Bear Trap, many attendees returned to Munising Components for a closer look. Eagle Machinery & Supply team members were on site to showcase the processing equipment and provide in-depth explanations of the build process, safety features, and output capabilities. Their insights added valuable context and sparked engaging conversations among participants.

​This event was made possible through the generous support of our sponsors. Eagle Machinery & Supply played a key role in bringing the technology to life on-site, while Federated Insurance’s continued partnership helps WCMA deliver high-quality programming that connects and empowers our members.
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The Autumn Spotlight Plant Tour exemplified WCMA’s commitment to fostering collaboration and showcasing innovation across the woodworking industry. Thank you to Timber Products for hosting, to our sponsors for their invaluable support, and to all who attended and made this event a success.

This video features the production line at Munising Components.

For more information on any of the machinery or processing seen in this video, contact Bob Hurst at Eagle Machinery & Supply

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