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• 22 Mar
  Milestone Date for TSCA Title VI March 22, 2019

  Today marks an important day for U.S. consumers, as only products made with composite panels that have been third-party certified as meeting the EPA’s TSCA Title VI requirements for formaldehyde emissions may be imported and sold in the U.S. Read More
• 21 Mar
  February Panel Shipments Down 3.9% March 21, 2019

  CPA's February Industry Snapshot Report is now available Read More
• 20 Mar
  TFL Shipments Down 3% in February March 20, 2019

  CPA's February TFL Shipments Report is now available. Read More
• 20 Mar
  ECC Certification Updated to Include 100% TSCA Compliance March 20, 2019

  CPA has updated and strengthened its Eco-Certified Composite Sustainability Certification program, now requiring 100% compliance with EPA TSCA Title VI. Read More
• 20 Mar
  EPA Proposes Formaldehyde as Priority Chemical for TSCA Risk Evaluation March 20, 2019

  As announced today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to list formaldehyde as one of twenty priority chemicals it will review under the Toxic Substances Control Act risk evaluation process. Read More
• 21 Mar
  HUD Proposes to Align Manufactured Housing Standards with TSCA Title VI March 21, 2019

  The Department of Housing and Urban Development has issued a prepublication draft of the long-awaited proposed rulemaking to align its manufactured housing formaldehyde standards with TSCA Title VI. Read More
• 20 Mar
  Spring Meeting Hotel Block Running Low March 20, 2019

  Book hotel reservations soon for the 2019 CPA Spring Meeting to receive the discounted negotiated rate at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort. Read More
• 20 Mar
  February Safety Report Now Available March 20, 2019

  CPA's February Safety Report is Now Available. Read More
• 20 Mar
  U.S. Home Sales Fall in January March 20, 2019

  U.S. sales of new single-family homes in January were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 607,000, down 6.9% from the revised December 2018 rate of 652,000, and 4.1% lower than the same month last year. Read More
• 20 Mar
  U.S. Builder Confidence Remains Level in March March 20, 2019

  U.S. builder confidence in the market for new homes in March was unchanged at 62 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Read More
• 20 Mar
  U.S. Exports of Wood Pellets Up in 2018 March 20, 2019

  U.S. exports of wood pellets rose 22% in 2018 to $811.7 million. Read More
• 20 Mar
  Canadian Manufacturing Sales Increase March 20, 2019

  Canadian wood product sales in January were $2.7 billion, increasing 3.4% from December 2018 and off 1.1% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 20 Mar
  Canada’s Forest Products Industry Receives Over $250 Million in 2019 Budget March 20, 2019

  The Canadian government committed more than $250 million in the 2019 federal budget to the country’s forest products industry. Read More
• 13 Mar
  CPA Spring Meeting Exhibit Space Available March 13, 2019

  The 2019 CPA Spring Meeting in Naples, Florida will provide members with the opportunity to showcase products and services through a tabletop exhibit session. Read More
• 13 Mar
  U.S. Kitchen Manufacturers File Trade Case Against China March 13, 2019

  The American Kitchen Cabinet Alliance filed a trade case on March 6 with the U.S. Department of Commerce and International Trade Association against China. Read More
• 13 Mar
  Lumber Liquidators to Pay $33 Million in Fines for Investor Fraud March 13, 2019

  Earlier this week, Lumber Liquidators agreed to pay $33 million in fines and forfeiture to the federal government for false public statements in response to media allegations that the company was selling laminate flooring that exceeded California regulatory emissions levels. Read More
• 13 Mar
  EPA Publishes Final Rule on Wood Coating MACT March 13, 2019

  The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency published on March 4 its final rule on the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Surface Coating of Wood Building Products. Read More
• 13 Mar
  GAO Report on EPA Risk Assessments Sparks Reaction March 13, 2019

  The Government Accountability Office, which provides investigative services for the United States Congress, issued a report earlier this month entitled “Status of EPA’s Efforts to Produce Assessments and Implement the Toxic Substances Control Act.” Read More
• 13 Mar
  Lawsuit Against EU on Biomass Neutrality Policy March 13, 2019

  Plaintiffs from six countries, including the United States, filed a lawsuit against the European Union regarding its 2018 Renewable Energy Directive’s. Read More
• 13 Mar
  U.S. Remodeling Market Rises to Record High March 13, 2019

  The Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University announced that the U.S. remodeling market hit a record high of nearly $425 billion in 2017. Read More
• 13 Mar
  U.S. Housing Starts Up in January March 13, 2019

  U.S. housing starts in January were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.23 million, up 18.6% from the revised December 2018 estimate but 7.8% lower than the comparable month in 2018. Read More
• 13 Mar
  U.S. Construction Spending Up March 13, 2019

  U.S. construction spending in January was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.3 billion, up 1.3% from December 2018 and 0.3 % above the comparable month last year. Read More
• 13 Mar
  Canadian Building Permits Down in January March 13, 2019

  Canadian building permits in January totaled $8.4 billion, down 5.5% from December 2018’s record high and off 0.1% from the comparable month in 2018. Read More
• 6 Mar
  Spring Meeting Registration Continues; Tuesday Keynote Announced March 6, 2019

  CPA is pleased to announce that Frank Goecke of Pöyry Management Consulting will be a keynote speaker at this year’s Spring Meeting. Read More
• 6 Mar
  Product Samples Needed for NeoCon March 6, 2019

  CPA will once again exhibit at NeoCon, the premier commercial interior design show, from June 10-12 at The Mart in Chicago, IL. Read More
• 6 Mar
  Fibria Merges with Suzano Pulp and Paper March 6, 2019

  Fibria Innovations Inc. completed a merger with Suzano Pulp and Paper of Brazil in January to become Suzano. The new company’s North America business will be known as Suzano Canada. Read More
• 6 Mar
  U.S. Furniture Factory Orders Increase March 6, 2019

  U.S. residential furniture factory orders in December 2018 rose 7% over the comparable month in 2017, according to a recent survey of manufacturers and distributors. Read More
• 6 Mar
  U.S. Home Sales Increase March 6, 2019

  U.S. sales of new single-family homes in December 2018 were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 621,000, up 3.7% from the revised November rate, but 2.4% lower than the same month in 2017. Read More
• 6 Mar
  U.S. Construction Spending Down in December March 6, 2019

  U.S. construction spending in December 2018 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.29 trillion, down 0.6% from November but up 1.6% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 6 Mar
  U.S. Consumer Sentiment Rises in February March 6, 2019

  The U.S. consumer sentiment index for February was 93.8, rising 2.9% from January, according to the University of Michigan’s Survey of Consumers. Read More
• 6 Mar
  Mexico Manufacturing Up in February March 6, 2019

  The IHS Markit Mexico Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index was 52.6 in February, up from 50.9 in January to a 15-month high. Read More
• 27 Feb
  Spring Meeting Registration is Now Open February 27, 2019

  Registration for CPA’s 2019 Spring Meeting, May 5-7, at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, FL is now available. Read More
• 27 Feb
  Safety Innovation Award Nominations Sought February 27, 2019

  CPA’s Production-Technical Committee invites all CPA Members to nominate a new safety initiative for the 2018 Safety Innovation Award. Read More
• 27 Feb
  Houzz Publishes 2019 U.S. State of the Industry Study February 27, 2019

  Houzz, a social media platform for home remodeling and design, released their 2019 State of the Industry study that surveyed 4,780 U.S. residential and design businesses. Read More
• 27 Feb
  Home Improvement Retailers Report Quarterly Financial Results February 27, 2019

  The world’s two largest home improvement retailers published fourth quarter results. Read More
• 27 Feb
  U.S. Housing Starts Down in December February 27, 2019

  U.S. housing starts in December 2018 were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.08 million, down 11.2% above the revised November estimate, and 10.9% from the comparable month in 2017. Read More
• 27 Feb
  Canadian Construction Investment Up in December February 27, 2019

  Total investment in Canadian building construction in December 2018 was $13.7 billion (CDN), up 0.2% from the previous month. Read More
• 27 Feb
  New Wood Markets Available February 27, 2019

  The February issue of Wood Markets is now available to members through the association’s website. Read More
• 21 Feb
  Panel Shipments Down 3.6% to Start 2019 February 21, 2019

  CPA's January Industry Shipments Report is now available. Read More
• 21 Feb
  January TFL Shipments Dip 1.1% to Start the Year February 21, 2019

  CPA's January TFL Shipments Report is now available. Read More
• 21 Feb
  EPA TSCA Title VI Webinars for Importers February 21, 2019

  EPA has announced two upcoming webinars to review the TSCA Title VI requirements for importers of composite wood products into the U.S. The webinars, February 26 and March 6, will each cover the same information related to the import declaration requirements that go into effect March 22, 2019. Read More
• 21 Feb
  Spring Meeting Registration Opens This Week February 21, 2019

  Registration for CPA’s 2019 Spring Meeting, May 5-7, at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, FL will be available online Friday, February 22. Read More
• 21 Feb
  January Safety Report Now Available February 21, 2019

  CPA's January Safety Report is now available. Read More
• 21 Feb
  CPA Welcomes Four New Associate Members February 21, 2019

  The CPA Board recently approved the following new Associate Members. Read More
• 21 Feb
  U.S. Builder Confidence Up in February February 21, 2019

  U.S. builder confidence in the market for new homes in February increased 4 points to 62 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Read More
• 21 Feb
  Canadian Manufacturing Down in December February 21, 2019

  Canadian wood product sales in December 2018 were $2.6 billion, falling 0.1% from November and off 9.8% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 13 Feb
  CPA Joins Coalition Urging New U.S. Infrastructure Bill February 13, 2019

  CPA has joined a broad coalition of 150 associations and organizations by signing on to a letter urging the U.S. Congress to address the nation’s infrastructure issues. Read More
• 13 Feb
  Exhibit Space Available at the CPA Spring Meeting February 13, 2019

  The 2019 CPA Spring Meeting in Naples, Florida will provide members with the opportunity to showcase products and services through a tabletop exhibit session. Read More
• 13 Feb
  Roseburg Finalizes Purchase of Del-Tin Fiber LLC February 13, 2019

  Roseburg, Springfield, OR, announced the completed acquisition of PotlatchDeltic subsidiary Del-Tin Fiber LLC, including its MDF plant located in El Dorado, AR. Read More
• 13 Feb
  Olon Industries Appoints New President and CEO February 13, 2019

  Olon Industries, Ontario, CA, announced that Gregory J. Stoner was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effectively immediately. Read More
• 13 Feb
  U.S. Manufacturing Shipments Grow February 13, 2019

  Total shipments for all U.S. durable goods manufacturing industries in November 2018 rose 0.7% from October to $256.7 billion. Read More
• 13 Feb
  Canadian Housing Starts Increase in January February 13, 2019

  Canadian housing starts in January totaled 208,131 units, up 0.46% from December. Read More
• 13 Feb
  Fastmarkets RISI Particleboard and MDF Commentary Published February 13, 2019

  The January issue of the Particleboard and MDF Commentary has been published and includes detailed economic analysis of the North American markets. Read More
• 6 Feb
  New 2019 CPA Board Officers Announced February 6, 2019

  The CPA Board of Directors recently voted in new 2019 association officers. Read More
• 6 Feb
  U.S. Home Sales Increase February 6, 2019

  U.S. sales of new single-family homes in November 2018 were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 657,000, 16.9% above the revised October rate of 562,000, but 7.7% below the same month in 2017. Read More
• 6 Feb
  U.S. Construction Spending Up February 6, 2019

  U.S. construction spending in November 2018 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.3 trillion, up 0.8% from October and 3.4% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 6 Feb
  U.S. Furniture Factory Orders Increase February 6, 2019

  U.S. residential furniture factory orders in November 2018 rose 3% over the comparable month in 2017, according to a recent survey of manufacturers and distributors. Read More
• 6 Feb
  Canadian Building Permits Rise February 6, 2019

  Canadian building permits in December 2018 totaled $8.8 billion, rising 6% from November and up 10.6% from the comparable month in 2017. Read More
• 6 Feb
  Mexico Manufacturing Up in December February 6, 2019

  The IHS Markit Mexico Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index was 50.9 in January, up from 49.7 in December, due to an increase in orders and employment. Read More
• 6 Feb
  Architecture Billings Down in December February 6, 2019

  The American Institute of Architects reported a decrease in architectural billings’ growth in December but remained positive for the 15th consecutive month. Read More
• 6 Feb
  Follow CPA on Social Media February 6, 2019

  Are you following CPA on all of our social media platforms? Like or follow us today for the latest association and industry updates. Remember to “like” and share posts to your feeds as well. Read More
• 1 Feb
  Arauco Finalizes Purchase of Masisa Mexico Mills February 1, 2019

  Arauco, Santiago, Chile, announced this week the final purchase of Masisa’s two Mexican industrial complexes in Durango and Zitácuaro. Read More
• 30 Jan
  Updated Particleboard and MDF EPDs Published January 30, 2019

  CPA is pleased to announce the publication of updated North American industry-wide environmental product declarations for particleboard and MDF. Read More
• 30 Jan
  2019 R.E.D. Educational Foundation Scholarships Available January 30, 2019

  The Robert E. Dougherty Educational Foundation has announced its call for 2019 scholarship applications. Read More
• 30 Jan
  2019 Spring Meeting Schedule Available January 30, 2019

  The schedule for the 2019 Spring Meeting at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, FL, is now available online. Read More
• 30 Jan
  Hardwoods Specialty Products Purchases Far West Plywood January 30, 2019

  Hardwoods Specialty Products, a subsidiary of Hardwoods Distribution Inc., has purchased Far West Plywood. Read More
• 30 Jan
  U.S. Kitchen Cabinet Sales Up From 2017 January 30, 2019

  2018 U.S. kitchen and bath cabinet sales increased 2% to $7.3 billion over 2017, according to Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's monthly Trend of Business member survey. Read More
• 30 Jan
  U.S. Consumer Confidence Decreases in January January 30, 2019

  U.S. consumer confidence in January registered at 120.2, falling 6.4% from December 2018, according to The Conference Board survey conducted by Nielsen. Read More
• 30 Jan
  Florida Timber Industry Details Impacts of Hurricane Michael January 30, 2019

  The Florida Forest Service recently reported to the state Senate Agriculture committee that it may take a decade or more for the timber industry to recover from Hurricane Michael last October. Read More
• 23 Jan
  Panel Shipments End Year 1.4% Ahead of 2017 January 23, 2019

  The December Industry Snapshot report is now available. Read More
• 23 Jan
  Important Study Published on Formaldehyde in European Households January 23, 2019

  Well-known and respected Fraunhofer WKI scientist, Tunga Salthammer, has published a new study entitled “Formaldehyde sources, formaldehyde concentrations and air exchange rates in European housings.” Read More
• 23 Jan
  2019 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study Released January 23, 2019

  The 2019 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study recently released findings on planned kitchen renovations based on a survey of 1,337 homeowners conducted in September and October of 2018. Read More
• 23 Jan
  Canadian Manufacturing Down in November January 23, 2019

  Canadian wood product sales in November were $2.6 billion, falling 0.2% from October and off 8.9% from the comparable month last year. Read More
• 23 Jan
  European-Produced Laminate Flooring Sales Down in 2018 January 23, 2019

  The European Producers of Laminate Flooring organization announced that global sales of member flooring products decreased 4.6% to 455 million m². North American total sales fell 10.4% from 2017, with U.S. sales down 2.4% and Canadian dropping 24.5%. Read More
• 18 Jan
  TFL Shipments Up 1.4% for 2018 January 18, 2019

  The fourth quarter TFL Shipments report is available now. Read More
• 18 Jan
  December Safety Report Now Available January 18, 2019

  The December Safety Report is now available. Read More
• 18 Jan
  Roseburg Names Elston SVP of Operations January 18, 2019

  Roseburg, Springfield, OR, announced that Jake Elston will join the company as Senior Vice President of Operations on February 18. Read More
• 18 Jan
  North American Lumber Production Increases January 18, 2019

  North American lumber production through October 2018 rose 1.6% from the comparable period in 2017 to 53.2 billion board feet, according to Western Wood Products Association's Lumber Track publication. Read More
• 18 Jan
  U.S. Builder Confidence Up in January January 18, 2019

  U.S. builder confidence in the market for new homes in January rose 2 points to 58 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Read More
• 18 Jan
  NAHB Remodeling Index Falls Slightly January 18, 2019

  The National Association of Home Builders’ Remodeling Index for the fourth quarter of 2018 was down 1 point to 57 compared to the previous three months. Read More
• 18 Jan
  U.S. Remodeling Spending to Decline in 2019 January 18, 2019

  U.S. remodeling and repair activity is predicted to slow considerably by the end of 2019, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity published by the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. Read More
• 18 Jan
  Canadian Housing Permits Rise January 18, 2019

  Canadian building permits in November totaled $8.3 billion, rising 2.6% from October and up 6.6% from the comparable month in 2017. Read More
• 9 Jan
  Book Hotel Rooms Now for CPA Spring Meeting January 9, 2019

  Hotel reservations are being accepted for the 2019 Spring Meeting, scheduled for May 5-7 at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples. Read More
• 9 Jan
  Roseburg Names Reardon Industrial Products Manufacturing Director January 9, 2019

  Roseburg, Springfield, OR, has named Mike Reardon as Director of Industrial Products Manufacturing, effective January 1. Read More
• 9 Jan
  Schattdecor Acquires U.S. Coating Company January 9, 2019

  The Schattdecor Group has finalized the purchase of U.S. Coating Company of Lexington, SC. Read More
• 9 Jan
  U.S. Kitchen Cabinet Sales Increase January 9, 2019

  U.S. kitchen and bath cabinet sales in November 2018 were 0.3% higher than the same month in 2017, according to Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association's monthly Trend of Business member survey. Read More
• 9 Jan
  Canadian Housing Starts Fall in December January 9, 2019

  Canadian housing starts in December 2018 totaled 206,981 units, down 2.6% from November. Read More
• 3 Jan
  2019 CPA Executive Officers Take the Helm January 3, 2019

  CPA’s 2019 leadership team takes office this week in an important year that will see, among other things, the development of a new five-year strategic plan. Read More
• 3 Jan
  Save the Dates: CPA 2019 Meetings January 3, 2019

  CPA’s 2019 Spring Meeting will take place at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Florida from May 5-7. Read More
• 3 Jan
  CPA Launches Sustainability Section on Website January 3, 2019

  CPA has launched a new sustainability section on the website in support of the association’s strategic plan to promote the industry’s environmental stewardship story. Read More
• 3 Jan
  CPA Trade Show Participation in 2019 January 3, 2019

  CPA will be exhibiting at the following trade shows in 2019. Read More
• 3 Jan
  U.S. Furniture Factory Orders Increase January 3, 2019

  U.S. residential furniture factory orders in October rose 7% over 2017, according to a recent survey of manufacturers and distributors. Read More
• 21 Dec
  Roseburg to Purchase Del-Tin Fiber MDF December 21, 2018

  Roseburg, Springfield, OR, has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of Del-Tin Fiber LLC, including the MDF plant in El Dorado, AR, from PotlatchDeltic Corp. Read More
• 12 Dec
  Book Hotel Rooms Now for CPA Spring Meeting December 12, 2018

  Hotel reservations are now being accepted for the 2019 Spring Meeting at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples. Read More
• 12 Dec
  CPA is Now on Instagram December 12, 2018

  CPA has launched a new Instagram page to add to its social media presence. Read More
• 29 Nov
  Save the Date 2019 Fall Meeting / MTD Symposium November 29, 2018

  Mark your calendar for CPA’s 2019 Fall Meeting and the Material, Technology & Design Symposium which will be held at the Grand Hyatt in Denver, CO from October 6-8. Read More
• 16 Nov
  @the edge Debuts “Member Announcements” November 16, 2018

  As announced last week, the Marketing Committee has adopted an expanded @the edge editorial policy that allows approved member-submitted content to be published in the newsletter. Read More
• 16 Nov
  CPA Article Provides Updated EPA Guidance to Finished Products Manufacturers November 16, 2018

  On November 13, Woodworking Network published an article online titled “Final Clarity for the EPA Formaldehyde Regulation.” 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
• 25 Oct
  NAM Issues Guide to Building Apprenticeship Programs October 25, 2018

  The National Association of Manufacturing, through its Manufacturing Institute, recently published a detailed “Employer’s Playbook for Building an Apprenticeship Program” that can serve as a helpful resource for CPA members. Read More