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VERT, An AHEC Project In Red Oak Glulam And Climbing Plants, Installed In Germany This Summer 

VERT, An AHEC Project In Red Oak Glulam And Climbing Plants, Installed In Germany This Summer  For the 2024 London Design Festival, AHEC collaborated with Stefan Diez’s industrial design studio Diez Office and urban greening specialists OMCºC to create Vert, a first of its kind structure to address temperature and biodiversity in cities. Massive spans […]

The Science Behind Pressure-Treated Wood

How Specialized Treatments and Processes Enhance Durability and Longevity Have you ever wondered what makes wooded structures stand strong against rain, insects, and rot? The solution lies in pressure-treated wood. The pressure treatment process is critical to expand the lifespan of natural wood (making it applicable for construction projects), reducing the demand for new timber, […]

Real Wood Reduces Toxin Risks During Fires

PITTSBURGH, June 6, 2025 – In response to the devastating fires in California earlier this year, the hardwood industry is rallying to educate consumers about the benefits of real wood products over plastic look-alikes. The fires, which affected areas from San Diego to Los Angeles, destroyed more than 18,000 homes and structures. The use of plastic […]

Built to Last: Supplying American-Made Hardwood Trim and Doors

Builder: Kingswood HomesArchitect: Schrader DesignPhoto by: MB Productions NC As ITC Millwork celebrates 25 years of business, we reflect on what has sustained our success in an ever-evolving industry: trust. For over two decades, we’ve been the premier resource for interior trim and doors across North and South Carolina, partnering exclusively with custom builders, remodelers, […]

Preserving America’s Infrastructure with Pressure-Treated Wood

A Durable, Sustainable Solution for Bridges, Marine Structures, and Other Industrial Applications America’s infrastructure is at a crossroads. Consider the facts. The bottom line: These vital structures are aging, and in many cases, in need of repair and replacement. Such a systemic challenge underscores the importance of selecting the right materials to repair or replace. […]

The Pressure-Treated Wood Grade Guide

From Dimensional to Decking to Boards: Why Wood Grades Matter When embarking on a new construction project, the significance of choosing the right grade of lumber might not be the first thought on someone’s mind. To the untrained eye, all lumber might seem the same, when in reality, there are various grades tailored to specific […]

Preserving America’s Infrastructure with Pressure-Treated Wood

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Newswires

Mike Mooney Joins AHC Hardwood Group As Director Of National Sales AHC Hardwood Group, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, announced that Mike Mooney has joined the company as director of national sales. Mooney will oversee sales operations for the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States. With more than 25 years of experience in the building products […]

Newswires

Mike Mooney Joins AHC Hardwood Group As Director Of National Sales AHC Hardwood Group, headquartered in Atlanta, GA, announced that Mike Mooney has joined the company as director of national sales. Mooney will oversee sales operations for the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States. With more than 25 years of experience in the building products […]

San Antonio Hosts Booming APA Annual Meeting

JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa in San Antonio, Texas, welcomed approximately 425 members and guests of APA-Engineered Wood Association’s Annual Meeting. The 2024 Bronson J. Lewis Award was presented at this year’s event to Dr. Borjen “BJ” Yeh, who served as director of the APA’s Technical Services Division since 2003. See […]