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Stringer Industries

Rooted in Tradition,
Driven by Innovation.

Founded in 1964, Stringer Industries is a third-generation, family-owned manufacturer specializing in high-quality wastewood equipment – chippers, hogs/grinders, and the Bark-King debarker head. With a rich legacy of over 60 years, our commitment to excellence is evident in every piece of equipment we produce and service. Our dedicated team, with an impressive average tenure of 18.5 years, exemplifies integrity, innovation, and customer-centricity.

We take pride in offering the best products at the best prices, backed by unparalleled customer service. Our roots are deeply planted in Walthall County and Tylertown, where we continue to support and grow alongside our community. At Stringer Industries, we’re not just crafting machinery; we’re building lasting partnerships with our customers.

Stringer Industries manufacturers our own line of stationary wastewood equipment:

Wastewood Chipper

Log Deck Chipper

Wastewood Hog

Bark Hog

Planer Mill Hog

Stacking Stick Hog

Other items offered:

BARK KING Debarker Head

Rebuild Services

Planer Parts

George & Charlene Stringer

Founders
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George: 1931–2012
Charlene: 1933–present

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Our People

36 employees & families.

Below are just a few friendly faces.

Tony P. Stringer

President & Chief Executive Officer

2nd Generation, Since 1984

Taylor P. Stringer

Chief Business Officer


3rd Generation, Since 2016

Trent Stringer

Vice President


2nd Generation, Since 1990

Jeffrey Fortenberry

Plant Manager

Since 1973

Stevie Durkes

Sales, Since 2022

Jennifer Ellis

Purchasing Manager, Since 2014

Mitchell Bridges

Machinist, Since 2011

Patrick Dunn

Drafting & Design, Since 2023

Cynthia McCall

Scheduling Coordinator, Since 2016

Emily Barilleaux

Controller & AR Manager, Since 2023

Jace Laird

Welder, Since 2005

Jeff Coon

Machinist, Since 2022

Micheal Hunt

Production Lead, Since 2014

Todd Fortenberry

Sales, Since 1980

Perry Herring

Sales, Since 1996

Scott Dyar

Office Manager, Since 1987

Alan Wood

Machinist, Since 1990

Emily Spears

Operations Coordinator & Safety Director, Since 2022