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Precision Production
Custom cutting services bring together experienced operators, modern equipment, and careful quality control so every cut supports the customer’s finished product.
Newark, Ohio | FSC Certified | Since 1978
North American hardwood veneer, cut with uncommon precision.
Universal Veneer combines seasoned log selection, custom slicing, and global sales support to produce hardwood veneers manufacturers, distributors, and creators can rely on.
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years in hardwood veneer
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markets served from Ohio
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certified products available
Inside Universal Veneer
See the craft, equipment, and people behind the cut.
Get a closer look at the people, equipment, and disciplined process behind Universal Veneer's hardwood veneer work, from careful material handling to finished production.
What We Do
A stronger path from standing timber to production-ready veneer.
The best veneer work is equal parts material judgment and manufacturing discipline. Custom cutting customers supply their own logs for precise, specification-driven processing, while Universal Veneer's log buyers select exceptional material for the company's sales program and global customer network.
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founded in Newark, Ohio
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core service teams
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years of veneer experience
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customer-first production focus
Core Services
Three focused teams. One accountable partner.
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Global Sales
From established distributors to individual project needs, the sales team helps match North American hardwood veneer to the right specification, timeline, and market.
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Log Procurement
Dedicated buyers source top-tier veneer logs with a responsible approach to quality, stewardship, and long-term supplier relationships.
Production Discipline
Built for customers who care about consistency.
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Select
Evaluate log quality, grain potential, yield, and sourcing fit before the first cut is made.
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Slice
Use proven production knowledge and equipment investment to create veneer with repeatable quality.
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Support
Coordinate sales, documentation, and customer communication for domestic and international markets.
Responsible By Design
Quality veneer starts with forests worth protecting.
Universal Veneer practices sustainable forestry methods and works closely with environmental agencies to support responsible wood procurement. FSC® certified products are available under FSC® C095260.
FSC® Certified
Custom Cutting
Worldwide Network
FSC® Certified
C095260
Crafting Excellence Since 1978
Rooted in Newark. Trusted far beyond Ohio.
Founded in September 1978 by Carlo Iseli, Universal Veneer was later acquired by Dieter Heren and Klaus Krajewski in 1988. The company continues to grow from Newark, Ohio, chosen for its central location and proximity to quality timber resources.
Today, Universal Veneer remains focused on high-quality products, customer-first service, machinery investment, safety, and the next generation of the hardwood industry.
Careers
Build a career around a craft that still matters.
Universal Veneer has been a steady part of the Newark community for decades. Current openings and role details can be reviewed with the team as hiring needs are finalized.
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Tell us what you need to cut, source, or supply.
Call the team directly or send a note with your species, volume, timeline, and project requirements. A Universal Veneer specialist can help route the request to production, sales, or log procurement.
740-522-1147
1776 Tamarack Road, Newark, Ohio 43055