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01.06.12 New Standard for Cross-Laminated Timber Approved by ANSI
Innovative engineered wood product is gaining traction in North America as a solution for multi-family and commercial construction.
12.14.11 Nyblad Assumes APA Chairmanship
Boise Cascade executive is first woman to lead APA Board of Trustees.
11.03.11 APA Announces New Leadership at 2011 Annual Meeting
APA-The Engineered Wood Association has announced new officers and appointments to its Board of Trustees and several committees.
10.26.11 New Plywood Roof Protects Pierce County’s Emergency Food Supply
Financial contributions and product donations from the community -- including plywood roof sheathing from an APA Member -- make the Emergency Food Network's new roof a reality.
10.03.11 APA Publishes Updated Engineered Wood Construction Guide
The 84-page guide can be downloaded free of charge or purchased in printed format from the APA Publications Library.

01.26.12 Data File: 303 Siding Manufacturing Specifications
The provisions of this specification represent minimum requirements that plywood panels must meet to qualify for classification as APA 303 Series Specialty Siding. Available only as a downloadable PDF. Revised January 2012.
01.20.12 ANSI/APA PRG 320-2011: Standard for Performance-Rated Cross-Laminated Timber
Standard provides requirements and test methods for qualification and quality assurance for performance-rated cross-laminated timber, which is manufactured from solid-sawn lumber or structural composite lumber. Issued December 20, 2011
01.13.12 Technical Topics: Woodpecker Damage to Wood
Discusses possible methods for discouraging woodpeckers. Updated January 2012. Available only as a downloadable pdf file.

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