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• 17 Sep
  Registration Now for Virtual Fall Meeting General Sessions September 17, 2020

  In lieu of an in-person Fall Meeting, CPA is planning several virtual sessions and Committee meetings exclusively for members.  Read More
• 17 Sep
  August Safety Report Now Available September 17, 2020

  The August Safety Report is now available. Read More
• 17 Sep
  EPA Public Workshop on Laminated Products Held Last Week September 17, 2020

  On September 8, EPA hosted a virtual workshop to address guidance the agency is preparing for manufacturers of laminated products. Read More
• 17 Sep
  Stevens Industries Names New Business Manager September 17, 2020

  Stevens Industries, Teutopolis, IL, has named Tom Fanta as Business Manager for the company’s Tot Mate, I.D.SYSTEMS and ProMed furniture divisions. Read More
• 17 Sep
  Woodworking Network to Host Podcast on Wood Dust Combustibility September 17, 2020

  The Woodworking Network Podcast will run a free, two-part series in September with Jeffrey C. Nichols, Managing Partner, Industrial Fire Prevention LLC, on wood dust combustibility hazards, regulations, and fire prevention.  Read More
• 17 Sep
  U.S. Department of Labor Approves Woodworking Apprenticeship Program September 17, 2020

  The U.S. Department of Labor approved an apprenticeship for “woodwork manufacturing specialists.” Read More
• 17 Sep
  U.S. Housing Starts Up Over August 2019 September 17, 2020

  U.S. housing starts in August were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.42 million, down 5.1% from the revised July estimate but 2.8% higher than the comparable month last year. Read More
• 17 Sep
  U.S. Builder Confidence Reaches a Record High in September September 17, 2020

  U.S. builder confidence for new single-family homes in September rose 5 points from August to 83 points, a record high for the 35-year history of the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Read More
• 17 Sep
  U.S. Furniture and Retail Sales Increase in August September 17, 2020

  Seasonally adjusted advance estimates of furniture and home furnishing retail sales rose 2.1% from July to $10.23 billion in August and were up 3.8% over the comparable month in 2019. Read More
• 17 Sep
  Canadian Manufacturing Higher in July September 17, 2020

  Seasonally adjusted Canadian wood product sales in July were $2.6 billion, increasing 4.2% from June and up 9.3% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 17 Sep
  Interior Design Billings Post Mixed Results in July September 17, 2020

  The Interior Design Billings Index, derived from a survey of the American Society of Interior Design member-owned firms, rose 2.9 points from June to 51.1 in July, indicating continuing recovery from previous COVID-19-related declines. Read More
• 11 Sep
  From the President’s Desk September 11, 2020

  My how time flies. Read More
• 11 Sep
  EPA Finalizes Formaldehyde Scoping Document; Next Steps September 11, 2020

  On September 4, EPA made available the final formaldehyde risk assessment scoping document under the Toxic Substances Control Act.  Read More
• 11 Sep
  Register Now for Virtual CPA Fall Meeting General Sessions September 11, 2020

  In lieu of an in-person Fall Meeting, CPA is planning several virtual sessions and Committee meetings for members. Read More
• 11 Sep
  Canadian Housing Starts Increase in August September 11, 2020

  The standalone monthly seasonally adjusted annual rate of Canadian housing starts in August was 262,396 units, up 6.9% from July. Read More
• 4 Sep
  EPA Formaldehyde Risk Analysis Scoping Document and Final Fees List Released September 4, 2020

  EPA published today in the Federal Register two separate but related notices addressing the formaldehyde risk assessment under the Toxic Substances Control Act. Read More
• 4 Sep
  Virtual CPA Fall Meeting Presentations Planned September 4, 2020

  In lieu of an in-person Fall Meeting, CPA is planning several virtual sessions and Committee meetings for members. Events include the following three General Sessions for members. Read More
• 4 Sep
  In Memoriam: Maynard Sauder September 4, 2020

  Maynard Sauder of Sauder Woodworking passed away on August 28 at the age of 88. Read More
• 4 Sep
  U.S. Construction Spending Nearly Unchanged in July September 4, 2020

  U.S. construction spending in July was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.36 trillion, rising 0.1% from June but down 0.1% from the year-ago period. Read More
• 4 Sep
  U.S. Manufacturing Shipments Up in July September 4, 2020

  Seasonally adjusted shipments for all U.S. manufacturing industries in July rose 4.6% from June to $479.5 billion. Read More
• 4 Sep
  July RV Shipments Reach 40-Year High September 4, 2020

  The U.S. RV Industry Association’s monthly survey of manufacturers reported that shipments for July were 43,035 units, jumping 53.5% from the comparable month in 2019 and the highest in 40 years. Read More
• 4 Sep
  U.S. Furniture Orders Soar in June September 4, 2020

  U.S. residential furniture factory orders in June rose 30% from the comparable month in 2019, according to a recent survey of manufacturers and distributors. Read More
• 4 Sep
  July U.S. Kitchen and Bath Sales Rise September 4, 2020

  U.S. kitchen and bath cabinet sales in July were 3.0% higher than the comparable month in 2019, but year-to-date totals dropped 2.9% from the year-ago period, according to the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's monthly Trend of Business member survey. Read More
• 4 Sep
  Canadian Building Permits Down in July September 4, 2020

  Canadian building permits in July fell 3.0% from June to $7.8 billion (CAD) and were down 9.6% from the year-ago period. Read More
• 4 Sep
  Mexico Manufacturing Increases in August September 4, 2020

  The IHS Markit Mexico Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index was 41.3 in August, increasing 0.9 points from July. Conditions, though still in contraction, have improved for the last four months. Read More
• 4 Sep
  Fastmarkets RISI Particleboard and MDF Commentary Published September 4, 2020

  The August issue of the Particleboard and MDF Commentary has been published and includes detailed economic analysis of the North American markets. Read More
• 27 Aug
  July TFL Report Now Available August 27, 2020

  The July TFL Shipments Report is now available to members. Read More
• 27 Aug
  CPA Submits Canadian 2021 Budget Recommendations August 27, 2020

  On August 7, CPA participated in the Government of Canada’s 2021 pre-budget consultation process through a formal submission to the Standing Committee on Finance. Read More
• 27 Aug
  Canadian Clean Fuel Standard Update August 27, 2020

  Following COVID-related delays, Environment and Climate Change Canada reinitiated the consultation process on the Clean Fuel Standard regulations this summer. Read More
• 27 Aug
  Jim Buffington to Retire from Roseburg August 27, 2020

  Roseburg, Springfield, OR, announced the retirement of Jim Buffington effective October 1. Jim has been with Roseburg since 2006 and currently is the Director of Business Management. Read More
• 27 Aug
  U.S. Home Sales Up in July August 27, 2020

  U.S. sales of new single-family homes in July were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 901,000, increasing 13.9% from June and 36.3% higher than the comparable month last year. Read More
• 21 Aug
  July Industry Snapshot Available August 21, 2020

  The July Industry Snapshot Report is now available to members. Read More
• 21 Aug
  July Safety Report Now Available August 21, 2020

  The July Safety Report is now available. Read More
• 21 Aug
  Webb Particleboard to Close August 21, 2020

  Webb Particleboard, Galax, VA, announced it would cease production at its particleboard facility as of August 22 and the plant will close permanently after all existing orders are cut and shipped. Read More
• 21 Aug
  EPA Issues Correction to Final Plywood and Composite Wood Products RTR August 21, 2020

  The U.S. EPA issued today a correction to the final Plywood and Composite Wood Products Residual Risk and Technology Review. Read More
• 21 Aug
  U.S. Housing Starts Up in July August 21, 2020

  U.S. housing starts in July were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.496 million, up 22.6% from the revised June estimate and 23.4% higher than the comparable month last year. Read More
• 21 Aug
  U.S. Builder Confidence Reaches Record High in August August 21, 2020

  U.S. builder confidence for new single-family homes in August rose 6 points from July to 78 points, a record high for the 35-year history of the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Read More
• 21 Aug
  U.S. Home Improvement Retailers Post Positive Quarterly Results August 21, 2020

  The world’s two largest home improvement retailers recently published second quarter results. Read More
• 21 Aug
  Canadian Construction Investment Up in June August 21, 2020

  Total investment in Canadian building construction in June was $12.0 billion, rising 14.9% from May. Residential construction increased 12.2% from May to $9.4 billion, and non-residential totals were 11.6% higher in June at $5.5 billion. Read More
• 21 Aug
  Architectural Billings Unchanged in July August 21, 2020

  The Architecture Billings Index in July was unchanged from June at 40.0, still reflecting a sentiment of poor business conditions at most firms, according to The American Institute of Architects Economics & Market Research Group. Read More
• 21 Aug
  Retailers Seeing Increased Demand for Large-Scale TV Consoles August 21, 2020

  Trend data accumulated by Furniture Today magazine, revealed that retailers are seeing increased demand for larger-sized TV consoles.  Read More
• 14 Aug
  From the President’s Desk August 14, 2020

  As I finish out my second week with CPA, I have received a thorough overview of CPA’s programs and services and am very impressed by what I’ve learned and by the engagement of staff and members.  Read More
• 14 Aug
  Reminder EPA to Host Laminated Products Webinar August 14, 2020

  The U.S. EPA announced in July that it will host a virtual workshop on September 8 from 9:30-5:30 pm EDT on the regulation of laminated products under TSCA Title VI.  Read More
• 14 Aug
  EPA Publishes Final Plywood and Composite Wood Products RTR August 14, 2020

  On August 13, EPA published the final amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the plywood and composite panel industries.  Read More
• 14 Aug
  Commerce Department Issues Preliminary Determinations on Wood Mouldings and Millwork from China and Brazil August 14, 2020

  The U.S. Commerce Department issued preliminary determinations regarding sales of wood mouldings and millwork from China and Brazil. Read More
• 14 Aug
  U.S. Kitchen and Bath Sales Trend Upward August 14, 2020

  The Kitchen & Bath Market Index, produced jointly by the National Kitchen & Bath Association and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, reported that sales rose 3.2 points from Q1 to 44.2 in the second quarter. Read More
• 14 Aug
  Canadian Wood Products Manufacturing Up over 2019 August 14, 2020

  Seasonally adjusted Canadian wood product sales in June were $2.45 billion, increasing 11.7% from May and up 2.5% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 6 Aug
  CPA Welcomes New President August 6, 2020

  CPA welcomed Andy O’Hare as the new President of the Association on August 3. Read More
• 6 Aug
  Ashley Furniture Expands Mississippi Furniture Facility August 6, 2020

  Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc., Arcadia, WI, announced a $13 million expansion of its furniture plant in Verona, Mississippi. Read More
• 6 Aug
  Wilsonart to Acquire Alpine Sales, Inc. August 6, 2020

  Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces, Austin, TX, will acquire Alpine Sales Inc., a wholesale distributor of decorative surfaces and other building and remodeling industry supplies. Read More
• 6 Aug
  U.S. Construction Spending Down in June August 6, 2020

  U.S. construction spending in June was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.36 trillion, falling 0.7% from May but rising 0.1% from the year-ago period. Read More
• 6 Aug
  U.S. Manufacturing Shipments Up in June August 6, 2020

  Seasonally adjusted shipments for all U.S. manufacturing industries in June rose 9.8% from May to $457.3 billion. Read More
• 6 Aug
  Canadian Building Permits Rise in June August 6, 2020

  Canadian building permits in June increased 6.2% from May to $8.1 billion (CAD) but were down 2.3% from the year-ago period. Read More
• 6 Aug
  U.S. Builder Confidence Strengthens in the 55+ Housing Market August 6, 2020

  U.S. builder confidence in the over 55 housing market for single-family homes in Q2 rebounded 27 points from Q1 to 65, according to the National Association of Home Builders 55+ Housing Market Index. Read More
• 6 Aug
  Canadian Hotel Construction Remains Strong in Q2 August 6, 2020

  Canadian hotel construction remained strong in Q2, with 296 projects and 39,645 rooms under construction. Read More
• 6 Aug
  Mexico Manufacturing Increases in July August 6, 2020

  The IHS Markit Mexico Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) was 40.4 in June, increasing 1.8 points from June. Read More
• 30 Jul
  CPA Fall Meeting Postponed to 2021 July 30, 2020

  Due to the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, CPA is postponing the 2020 Fall Meeting, which was scheduled for September 20-22 at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth in Montreal, Quebec.  Read More
• 30 Jul
  CPA Publishes Safety Spotlight for July July 30, 2020

  CPA’s Safety Spotlight highlights examples throughout the year of member safety challenges and the new or novel corrective actions used to remedy the situation to make the workplace even safer. Read More
• 30 Jul
  Con-Vey Appoints New Panel Products Manager July 30, 2020

  Con-Vey, Roseburg, OR, announced that Brent Hensley had been named Product Manager for Panel Products, a new role created to support increased initiatives and continued growth in the panel product segment. Read More
• 30 Jul
  U.S. Home Sales Up Over June 2019 July 30, 2020

  U.S. sales of new single-family homes in June were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 776,000, increasing 13.8% from May and 6.9% higher than the comparable month last year. Read More
• 30 Jul
  U.S. Consumer Confidence Down in July July 30, 2020

  U.S. consumer confidence in July registered at 92.6, falling 5.8% from June, according to The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index. Read More
• 30 Jul
  Multi-Family Construction Still Hampered by COVID-19 Related Delays July 30, 2020

  The National Multifamily Housing Council released the results of its fourth in a series of multi-family surveys that asked construction firms about changing marketing conditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
• 30 Jul
  U.S. Furniture Orders Improve in May July 30, 2020

  U.S. residential furniture factory orders in May fell 8% from the comparable month in 2019, but were up 166% from April, according to a recent survey of manufacturers and distributors Read More
• 30 Jul
  June U.S. Kitchen and Bath Sales Rise July 30, 2020

  U.S. kitchen and bath cabinet sales in June were 1.8% lower than the comparable month in 2019, and year-to-date totals dropped 3.9% from the year-ago period, according to the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's monthly Trend of Business member survey. Read More
• 30 Jul
  Interior Design Billings Continue to Increase in June July 30, 2020

  The Interior Design Billings Index, derived from a survey of the American Society of Interior Design member-owned firms, rose 7.9 points in June to 49.2, indicating continuing recovery from previous COVID-19-related declines. Read More
• 23 Jul
  June Industry Snapshot Available July 23, 2020

  The June Industry Snapshot Report is now available to members. Read More
• 23 Jul
  June TFL Report Now Available July 23, 2020

  The June TFL Shipments Report is now available to members. Read More
• 23 Jul
  Roseburg Hires New Commercial Team Members July 23, 2020

  Roseburg, Springfield, OR, announced two additions to its commercial team effective August 1.  Read More
• 23 Jul
  Bestar-Bush Expands U.S. Operations July 23, 2020

  Bestar-Bush, Jamestown, NY, announced the addition of as many as 35 new manufacturing and 15 administrative employees to respond to increased demand in the home and commercial office furniture segments. Read More
• 23 Jul
  Canadian Construction Investment Soars in May July 23, 2020

  Total investment in Canadian building construction in May was $13.4 billion, increasing 60.1% from April. Read More
• 23 Jul
  Houzz Q3 Renovation Barometer Returns to Pre-Pandemic Levels July 23, 2020

  The Q3 2020 Houzz Renovation Barometer tracking residential renovation market expectations and recent business activity in the construction and architectural design services industries was recently released. Read More
• 23 Jul
  Architectural Billings Increase in June July 23, 2020

  The Architecture Billings Index in June increased 8.0 points from May to 40.0 but still reflects a sentiment of poor business conditions at a majority of firms, according to The American Institute of Architects Economics & Market Research Group. Read More
• 17 Jul
  June TFL Report Now Available July 17, 2020

  The June TFL Shipments Report is now available to members. Read More
• 17 Jul
  EPA to Host Laminated Products Webinar July 17, 2020

  The U.S. EPA recently announced that it will host a virtual workshop on September 8 from 9:30-5:30 pm EDT on the regulation of laminated products under TSCA Title VI.  Read More
• 17 Jul
  June Safety Report Now Available July 17, 2020

  The June Safety Report is now available. Read More
• 17 Jul
  MJB Wood Group Names New President July 17, 2020

  MJB Wood Group, Irving, TX, named Scott Griggs as its new President following the announced retirement of longtime President and CEO Joe Caldwell. Read More
• 17 Jul
  U.S. Housing Starts Jump in June July 17, 2020

  U.S. housing starts in June were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.19 million, up 17.3% from the revised May estimate but 4.0% lower than the comparable month last year. Read More
• 17 Jul
  U.S. Builder Confidence Strong in July July 17, 2020

  U.S. builder confidence for new single-family homes in July rallied 14 points from June to 72 points on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Read More
• 17 Jul
  U.S. Remodeling Activity Rebounds in Q2 July 17, 2020

  U.S. remodeling activity in the second quarter rose 25 points from the previous three months to 73, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ Remodeling Market Index. Read More
• 17 Jul
  Canadian Manufacturing Up in May July 17, 2020

  Seasonally adjusted Canadian wood product sales in May were $2.15 billion, increasing 14.8% from April but down 12.2% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 10 Jul
  USMCA Enters-Into-Force on July 1 July 10, 2020

  The United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement entered-into-force on July 1, marking the final step in replacing the North America Free Trade Agreement.  Read More
• 10 Jul
  Canadian Housing Starts Higher in June July 10, 2020

  Canadian housing starts in June totaled 199,655 units, rising from 197,063 in May.  Read More
• 10 Jul
  Mexico Manufacturing Rises Slightly in June July 10, 2020

  The IHS Markit Mexico Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index was 38.6 in June, increasing just 0.3 points from May. Read More
• 10 Jul
  U.S. Kitchen and Bath Sales Rebound in May July 10, 2020

  U.S. kitchen and bath cabinet sales in May were 16.9% lower than the comparable month in 2019, and year-to-date totals fell 4.3% from the year-ago period, according to the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's monthly Trend of Business member survey.  Read More
• 10 Jul
  Fastmarkets RISI Particleboard and MDF Commentary Published July 10, 2020

  The June issue of the Particleboard and MDF Commentary has been published and includes detailed economic analysis of the North American markets.  Read More
• 2 Jul
  2020 North American Capacity Report Published July 2, 2020

  CPA has published its 2020 North American Capacity Report summarizing the annual production capacity of particleboard, medium density fiberboard, hardboard and engineered wood siding and trim plants in North America, as reported by producers. Read More
• 2 Jul
  2020 North American Industry Map Available July 2, 2020

  CPA’s 2020 North American composite panel industry map is available for purchase as a print-ready high-resolution PDF. Read More
• 2 Jul
  CPA Welcomes New Associate Members July 2, 2020

  The CPA Board of Directors recently voted to approve the following new Associate Members. Read More
• 2 Jul
  U.S. Construction Spending through May Exceeds 2019 July 2, 2020

  U.S. construction spending in May was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.36 trillion, falling 2.1% from April but rising 0.3% from the year-ago period. Read More
• 2 Jul
  U.S. Manufacturing Shipments Up in May July 2, 2020

  Total seasonally adjusted shipments for all U.S. manufacturing industries in May rose 3.1% from April to $417 billion. Read More
• 2 Jul
  U.S. Consumer Confidence Jumps in June July 2, 2020

  U.S. consumer confidence in June registered at 98.1, rising 14.2% from May, according to The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index. Read More
• 2 Jul
  U.S. Furniture Orders Plummet in April July 2, 2020

  U.S. residential furniture factory orders in April fell 61% from the comparable month in 2019, and were down 52% from March, according to a recent survey of manufacturers and distributors. Read More
• 2 Jul
  Architectural Billings Slightly Improve in May July 2, 2020

  The Architecture Billings Index in May increased 2.5 points from April to 32.0 but still indicates poor business conditions at a majority of firms, according to The American Institute of Architects Economics & Market Research Group. Read More
• 2 Jul
  U.S. Interior Design Billings Increase in May July 2, 2020

  The Interior Design Billings Index, derived from a survey of the American Society of Interior Design member-owned firms, rose 24.6 points in May to 43.5, indicating a rebound from COVID-19-related declines. Read More
• 2 Jul
  Canadian Building Permits Rise in May July 2, 2020

  Canadian building permits in May increased 20.2% from April to $7.4 billion (CAD) but were down 13.6% from the year-ago period. Read More
• 26 Jun
  May Industry Snapshot Available June 26, 2020

  The May Industry Snapshot Report is now available to members. Read More
• 26 Jun
  May TFL Report Now Available June 26, 2020

  The May TFL Shipments Report is now available to members. Read More
• 26 Jun
  LP Building Solutions Finalizes Sale of East River Facility to Maibec June 26, 2020

  LP Building Solutions, Nashville, TN, finalized the sale of its exterior siding production facility in East River, Nova Scotia to Maibec Inc. Read More
• 26 Jun
  NAM Provides COVID-19 Resources to Support U.S. Manufacturers June 26, 2020

  The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) continues to support the U.S. manufacturing community at this challenging time through the creation of a webpage dedicated to providing a robust set of COVID-19 resources.  Read More
• 26 Jun
  U.S. Home Sales Soar in May June 26, 2020

  U.S. sales of new single-family homes in May were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000, increasing 16.6% from April and 12.7% higher than the comparable month last year. Read More
• 26 Jun
  Canadian Construction Investment Sees Record Drop in April June 26, 2020

  Total investment in Canadian building construction in April was $8.4 billion (CAD), plummeting 45.9% from March, a record decline since the current series began in 2010. Read More
• 26 Jun
  Houzz Releases 2020 Renovation Trends Report June 26, 2020

  Houzz recently released its 2020 U.S. Houzz & Home Study: Renovation Trends report, which surveyed over 87,000 U.S. homeowners about renovations completed in 2019 and future investments planned for 2020. Read More
• 6 Jun
  TSCA Title VI Hits Milestone Date June 6, 2018

  As of Friday, June 1, manufacturers around the world are now required to import and sell in the U.S. only CARB or TSCA Title VI third-party certified composite wood panels or finished products made with certified panels. Read More