Laminated Wood Systems, Inc. (LWS) was founded in 1992 and is responsible for re-introducing engineered glue-laminated wood poles to the electric utility industry. LWS is a sales and engineering company that utilizes manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S. to produce its products. This nationwide manufacturing network allows the products to be made close to where the projects are located, reducing shipping costs and ensuring consistently short lead times. LWS also holds patents in the U.S. and Canada on the PhaseRaiser® structure lifting system and PoleEnforcer® groundline reinforcement system.