APA Publications

More than 500 titles provide detailed technical information for architects, builders, code officials, engineers, specifiers, and others in the trade.

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APA now requires users to register for access to our publications in PDF format. To do so, simply click on the PDF icon of the publication you are interested in downloading. You will be prompted to log in or to register for access. Once you have completed the quick, one-time registration, you can access APA publications at any time by entering your username (e-mail address) and password. There is no charge for PDF downloads or registration.

The registration process allows us to provide more relevant, up-to-date information in our publications by looking at the professions who download the PDFs the most. Additionally, we now offer an optional monthly Publication Update e-newsletter that alerts you when we have updated popular APA publications or added new ones to our library of resources. If you are interested in receiving this e-newsletter, be sure you check the appropriate box on the registration form.

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A selected number of APA publications are available in Chinese, French, Japanese and Spanish. Please contact the International Department stating the language and topics you are interested in for a complete list of available publications in that language.

The product use recommendations in these publications are based on the continuing programs of laboratory testing, product research, and comprehensive field experience of APA - The Engineered Wood Association and Engineered Wood Systems. However, because APA and EWS have no control over quality of workmanship or the conditions under which structural panels and engineered wood products are used, these organizations cannot accept responsibility for product performance or designs as actually constructed. Because engineered wood product performance requirements vary geographically, consult your local architect, engineer or design professional to assure compliance with code, construction, and performance requirements.