USA (Notifix).- Masonite Corporation announced that it has completed the acquisition of Birchwood Best, headquartered in Birchwood, WI on November 1, 2011. Birchwood is

one of North America's largest producers of commercial/architectural wood flush door skins; as well as a significant producer of hardwood plywood. Birchwood's operations were founded in 1904 in Birchwood, WI. Birchwood employs approximately 240 people, with one facility in Birchwood, WI, and a smaller location in Thorp, WI. Birchwood's 2010 revenue exceeded $40 million. "The acquisition of Birchwood enhances our position as a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of components for residential, commercial and architectural wood doors," said Fred Lynch, Masonite's President and CEO. "We are excited about the capabilities this acquisition adds to Masonite."