New product complements portfolio of sustainability advantaged powder coatings PPG announced the launch of PPG ENVIROLUXE™ Plus powder coatings, which include up to 18% post-industrial recycled plastic (rPET) and are made without PFAS*. This product combines the benefits of post-industrial recycled plastic (rPET) in a formulation that is made without PFAS**, providing a versatile solution […]
Harvey Industries International, Inc. Unveils World’s First Artificial Intelligence Bandsaw to Revolutionize the Future of Woodworking
Harvey Industries International, Inc., a leader in precision woodworking innovation, has officially launched the Alpha A-15, the world’s first AI-integrated bandsaw. This groundbreaking accomplishment challenges the largely unchanged bandsaw designs seen over the last few decades by merging artificial intelligence with master-grade hardware, creating an unparalleled user experience at the forefront of technology. Featuring real-time blade […]
Madison’s Reporter: Further Price Reductions Spurred Lumber Sales
Demand for most segments of the North American solid wood products market continued to meander despondently. Southern yellow pine appeared to be the only bright spot. In the week ending May 9, 2025, the price of benchmark softwood lumber item Western Spruce-Pine-Fir 2×4 #2&Btr KD (RL) was US$430 mfbm. This is down -$30, or -7%, […]
MoistureShield® Expands Distribution in Western Canada with Timberstone Distribution Partnership
Manufacturer’s Composite Decking Portfolio Now Readily Available in Western Provinces MoistureShield®, a signature brand of Oldcastle® APG, announces a new distributor partnership with Timberstone Distribution in Western Canada. This will expand the manufacturer’s composite decking portfolio throughout Western Canada, including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and parts of Northern Ontario. Several of MoistureShield’s wood composite decking product […]
White Cap Earns Great Place to Work® Certification for Third Consecutive Year
White Cap, a leading distributor of specialty construction supplies and safety products for professional contractors, is proud to announce that it has been certified by Great Place to Work® for the third year in a row – a testament to the company’s continued commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive and empowering culture. This certification is […]
Teamsters Strike Saint-Gobain CertainTeed Gypsum in Nevada
70 Teamsters Overwhelmingly Reject Subpar Contract, Forced to Strike Members of Teamsters Local 631 at Saint-Gobain CertainTeed Gypsum in Nevada have been forced to strike after overwhelmingly voting down a last, best, and final offer from their employer. “Teamsters are tired of the blatant disrespect from this company. They will hold the line until they […]
Weekes Forest Products Promotes John Lesher to Chief Operating Officer
Weekes Forest Products is pleased to announce the promotion of John Lesher to Chief Operating Officer (COO). Lesher previously served as the company’s Executive Vice President where he played a pivotal role in strategic planning, operational excellence and organizational growth. “John’s promotion is a result of his exceptional leadership, deep industry experience and commitment to […]
The Home Depot Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Results; Reaffirms Fiscal 2025 Guidance
The Home Depot®, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, today reported sales of $39.9 billion for the first quarter of fiscal 2025, an increase of 9.4% from the first quarter of fiscal 2024. Comparable sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 decreased 0.3%, and comparable sales in the U.S. increased 0.2%. For the first quarter of fiscal 2025, […]
Do it Best Group Appoints Marianne Thompson to Lead Strategic Integration of Do it Best and True Value
Do it Best Group announces the appointment of Marianne Thompson as its new executive vice president of transformation and integration, a new role created to lead the next phase of integration for True Value and United Hardware into the Do it Best organization. This move represents another bold step in the company’s transformation journey—focused on […]
PPG to Showcase Advanced Coatings, EV Total System Solutions at The Battery Show Europe
PPG announced that it will showcase its total system solutions for electric vehicle (EV) battery packs at The Battery Show Europe, taking place June 3-5 at the Messe Stuttgart exhibition center. Visitors to PPG’s stand (Hall 8, booth A80) will discover how the company’s advanced coatings EV total system solutions drive innovation, enhance performance and […]