Updates from the APA Newsroom

Gabriel Farias Joins APA Board Of Trustees

Gabriel Farias

APA – The Engineered Wood Association Board of Trustees welcomes Gabriel Farias as its newest member.

Farias is vice president of OSB manufacturing at LP. He brings extensive experience in operations and a passion for innovation to the Board. Prior to joining LP in 2023, he worked in the steel industry where he held roles in manufacturing and plant operations.

He later moved into the building products industry, working at Armstrong Flooring and Armstrong World Industries. During his time at Armstrong World Industries, Farias led the technical group responsible for innovation, new product development and manufacturing business support.

Farias earned his bachelor’s degree in electronic and automation engineering from Técnica Federico Santa María in Chile. He also obtained multiple professional certifications from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and Rutgers University.

“We’re grateful to welcome Gabriel to the Board of Trustees,” said APA President Mark Tibbetts. “His industry experience, innovative mindset, and strong leadership will be invaluable in helping APA advance its mission.”

APA Releases 2025 Structural Panel & Engineered Wood Yearbook

This in-depth 84-page report offers a comprehensive market forecast for 2025, paired with detailed analysis of U.S., Canadian, and global trends influencing demand and production across key segments of the engineered wood products industry. In addition to the analysis and forecast, the yearbook also includes historical data on engineered wood production.

Topics include:
• U.S. and Canada structural panel imports and exports.
• North American OSB and plywood capacity and production.
• Industrial markets including transportation, materials handling, and furniture manufacturing.
• Floor, wall, and roof sheathing.
• Nonresidential construction and remodeling.
• Engineered wood manufacturers in North America.
• Engineered wood glossary.
• And more.

The entire 2025 market forecast, including all market segments and production outlook, as well as statistical data, is included in APA’s 2025 Structural Panel & Engineered Wood Yearbook, Form MKO-E190. The Yearbook may be purchased for $1,290.00 at https://shop.apawood.org or by contacting Annie Morrison at Annie.Morrison@apawood.org.

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