Softwood Products Buyer Columns
When a structural engineer at a South Carolina engineering firm had a question about firewalls in light-frame construction, he knew who to call: WoodWorks. WoodWorks
After more than 30 years, the saga of American Wood Council’s (AWC) fight for proper interpretation of our industry’s boiler emissions has ended with a
Dr. Borjen “BJ” Yeh has been named the 2024 Bronson J. Lewis Award honoree. Now in its 19th year, the award recognizes individuals for their
It’s hard to believe that we’re already wrapping up 2024, but with 2025 fast approaching, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the
When not properly managed, construction sites can hold higher potential for fires caused by issues like improperly stored combustible materials and noncompliant hot work. In
Incorporating more lumber into our built environment may end on construction sites, but it begins with the students who will become the future innovators in
APA – The Engineered Wood Association (APA) recently updated The Performance Path to Energy Code Compliance publication. This free guide assists builders in evaluating the
This year’s Traders Market is the fall event for more than 1,400 forest and building material industry professionals. Taking place November 13-15 in Phoenix, AZ,
In May, the Softwood Export Council (SEC) received a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agriculture Service’s Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP)
By The NAWLA Editor NAWLA’s Regional Meetings are in full swing this summer following successful events in Montréal, Vancouver, and Portland which collectively drew a
Column by SLB Through a diverse array of partnerships with both public agencies and private organizations, the Softwood Lumber Board and its funded programs have
The American Wood Council (AWC) has been a leader and strong supporter of the wood product industry’s environmental data collection efforts and commitment to transparency.
Manufacturers Recognized for Dedication to Workplace Safety By APA – Engineered Wood Association The Engineered Wood Association has announced the winners of its 2023 Safety
To make housing more affordable across the United States, a variety of housing types are needed—especially multifamily. Here’s how the SLB is working to secure
Last month, the United Nations Environment Program and the French Government hosted a Buildings and Climate Global Forum in Paris that brought together 1,400 stakeholders
APA – The Engineered Wood Association Board of Trustees welcomes Chris Seymour as its newest member. Chris Seymour currently oversees the wood products division manufacturing
NAWLA’s 2024 John J. Mulrooney AwardThe North American Wholesale Lumber Association has announced the recipient for this year’s John J. Mulrooney award. Mulrooney was a
Trade missions are one of the most effective ways for U.S. suppliers to connect with buyers and improve their understanding of international markets. In 2023
Lumber demand from single-family home construction and remodeling is volatile—the last few years alone have seen major swings from the COVID pandemic in 2020 to
The American Wood Council (AWC) has just released three new 2024 wood design standards: the National Design Specification® for Wood Construction (NDS®), Wood Frame Construction
Matthew Brown has been promoted to the newly created position – director of energy policy and code, effective December 18, 2023. With over 15 years
