How Much Can Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing Businesses Get in SBA Loans?
91 SBA loans totaling $41.1M have been approved for sawmill, woodworking, and paper machinery manufacturing businesses (NAICS 333243). The average approved SBA loan is $452K, which is 33% above avg the $340K national average. 54 active lenders fund this industry.
NAICS 333243 (Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing) received 91 SBA loans worth $41.1M across 5+ states. Average loan $452K, average term 117 months.54 active SBA-approved lenders fund this industry. Manufacturers (NAICS 31-33) qualify for FY2026 SBA fee waivers and the new MARC revolving credit program. There are approximately 375 U.S. establishments in this industry (Census 2022).
Is SBA Lending Growing for Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing?+71% growth
FY2026 Manufacturing Fee Waivers Active
The SBA has waived guaranty fees for manufacturers (NAICS 31-33) through September 30, 2026:
504 loans — all guaranty fees waived for manufacturing
7(a) loans up to $950K — guaranty fee waived
Revolving credit line — manufacturers only (new Oct 2025)
The proposed Made in America Manufacturing Finance Act (H.R. 3174) would double SBA limits to $10M for domestic manufacturers — currently passed House, awaiting Senate vote.
Which SBA Program Do Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing Businesses Use Most?
What Is the Best SBA Loan for Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing?
Versatile funding for working capital, equipment, and expansion — guaranty fee waiver on loans up to $950K in FY2026
Where Are Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing SBA Loans Most Common?
Top SBA Lenders for Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing
These banks have funded the most SBA loans for sawmill, woodworking, and paper machinery manufacturing businesses (NAICS 333243). PeerSense routes deals to lenders with proven appetite in your industry.
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Huntington National Bank(OH) | 7 | $7.1M |
| 2 | U.S. Bank, National Association(OH) | 6 | $5.4M |
| 3 | Wells Fargo Bank National Association(SD) | 4 | $622K |
| 4 | UMB Bank, National Association(MO) | 4 | $1.1M |
| 5 | KeyBank National Association(OH) | 4 | $2.2M |
Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing Industry Context
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How Does SBA Lending Work for Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing Businesses?
Across all SBA loan programs, 91 loans have been approved for businesses classified under NAICS 333243 (Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing), representing $41.1M in total capital deployed. The average approved loan of $452K is 33% above avg the national SBA average of $340K, with typical repayment terms of 117 months.
SBA lending for sawmill, woodworking, and paper machinery manufacturing is accelerating — loan volume has grown approximately 71% over recent fiscal years. This upward trajectory suggests expanding access to capital and growing lender confidence in this sector. Peak activity occurred in FY2024.
The overwhelming majority of SBA lending for sawmill, woodworking, and paper machinery manufacturing uses the 7(a) program, which provides the most flexibility — covering working capital, equipment purchases, partner buyouts, debt refinancing, and business acquisitions up to $5M with terms up to 25 years.
As a manufacturing business under NAICS 31-33, you qualify for enhanced SBA incentives through September 30, 2026. The SBA has fully waived guaranty fees on all 504 loans and on 7(a) loans up to $950,000 for manufacturers. Additionally, the MARC (Manufacturers' Access to Revolving Credit) program launched in October 2025, offering up to $5M in revolving credit exclusively for domestic manufacturers — a first for SBA lending.
Frequently Asked Questions — Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing SBA Loans
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Data aggregated from SBA loan records (1992–2025). Sawmill, Woodworking, and Paper Machinery Manufacturing defined by NAICS code 333243. Not financial advice. PeerSense is a capital advisory firm, not a lender. Consult a lending professional before making financial decisions.