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05.13.2013
APA Launches Mobile Builder Tips
Publication series for construction professionals now optimized for faster viewing from tablets and smartphones.
05.02.2013
2012 APA Safety and Health Award Winners Announced
Program honors manufacturers for safety strides in the structural panel and engineered wood industry.
04.23.2013
APA Releases 2013 Market Outlook
Growth in wood production, including a 17 percent boost in I-joist manufacturing, expected
as economy and housing continue to improve.
04.02.2013
U.S. Forest Service, APA Announce Winners of the Carbon Challenge Design Competition
$20,000 in prizes awarded in contest challenging building designers to consider the environmental impact of building materials for homes in Providence and Baltimore.
04.01.2013
APA President Announces Retirement Plans
Dennis Hardman has served as president of the association since December 2005.
03.28.2013
Baltimore Carbon Challenge Design Competition Winners Announced
$10,000 in prizes awarded in contest challenging building designers to consider the environmental impact of building materials for a Baltimore row house.
03.26.2013
Carbon Challenge Winners Announced in Providence
$10,000 in prizes awarded in contest challenging building designers to consider the environmental impact of building materials for Habitat for Humanity house.
03.22.2013
APA Simplified Wall Bracing Method Expanded
Updated System Report SR-102 further increases usability of "this simple approach to wall bracing."
03.21.2013
Carbon Challenge Winners to be Announced Next Week
$20,000 to be awarded at regional award ceremonies in Providence, RI, on March 26 and Baltimore on March 28.
03.14.2013
APA's Dr. Borjen Yeh Honored with ASTM International’s Award of Merit
Yeh receives highest award granted by ASTM International to an individual member for distinguished service and outstanding participation.
03.06.2013
APA Launches Website for European Specifiers
Online resource offers European construction market product and compliance information for North American engineered wood products and panels.
02.07.2013
2013 International Wood Composites Symposium to be Held in Seattle
Industry-driven symposium to focus on market dynamics, product development and process innovation.
01.30.2013
APA Presents Advanced Framing Techniques at International Builders' Show
Discussion focuses on techniques for efficient, cost-effective framing practices featured in APA's Advanced Framing Construction Guide.
01.18.2013
APACAD.org Adds Free Advanced Framing CAD Details
APA website now features more than 250 free CAD details for wood-frame construction.
01.18.2013
Carbon Challenge Kicks Off in Providence
Design competition challenges designers to consider the environmental impact of building materials.
01.16.2013
Mayor, USDA Under Secretary Help Launch Baltimore Carbon Challenge
Architecture contest challenges designers to consider the environmental impact of building materials.
01.14.2013
Carbon Challenge Design Competition Promotes Housing Sustainability
Architecture contest challenges designers to consider the environmental impact of building materials.
01.11.2013
APA Assumes Responsibility of ANSI Glulam Standards
A national standards developer accredited by ANSI, APA will provide uninterrupted support to the industry with up-to-date product standards and design specifications.
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