Press Releases

BFS Hires Veteran Stockman to Oversee S. California Production

October 1, 2020

Builders FirstSource has confirmed that veteran LBM executive Jim Stockman has joined the pro dealer. 

US LBM Opens Truss Distribution Center in Central Florida

October 1, 2020

US LBM, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, announced today the recent opening of a new full line building materials location in Lakeland, Fla.

Alpine Webinar: Save 95% of Input Time with STITCHER

September 28, 2020

Make every minute count! STITCHER is the latest tool available with Alpine Software.

Addressing Labor Challenges with Robotic Automation

September 28, 2020

U.S. manufacturing is faced with two challenges in today’s market - an aging population and a shortage of workers, both challenging issues for component manufacturers.

CDC Issues Revised Guidance for Potential COVID-19 Exposure

September 25, 2020

To ensure continuity of operations of essential functions, CDC advises that critical infrastructure workers may be permitted to continue work following potential exposure to COVID-19, provided they remain asymptomatic and additional precautions are implemented to protect them and the community.

Kodiak Announces Internal Promotions to Leadership Team

September 25, 2020

Kodiak Building Partners announced internal promotions that the company says will further enhance its pursuit of a vision of “Creating a culture that empowers local leaders to succeed in the communities they serve” and improve its responsiveness and collaboration across all companies.

Hawaii Component Manufacturer Adds Steel Framing

September 25, 2020

Hawaii-based HPM Building Supply doubled its Oahu footprint, became Hawaii’s exclusive distributor for SCAFCO steel framing, and expanded its product selection to include CertainTeed acoustical ceiling panels and other commercial interior materials.

Hancock Lumber Wins 7th 'Best Place to Work in Maine' Award

September 17, 2020

Hancock Lumber has been named a “Best Places to Work in Maine” for the 7th consecutive year.

84 Lumber Recognizes Lumber Treater as Its Top Vendor in 2020

September 17, 2020

84 Lumber, the nation’s largest privately held building materials supplier, today announced its 2020 Vendor of the Year: Southeast Forest Products. The award is presented every year and is based on various factors including sales growth and above-and-beyond service.

Panel Truss Texas Opening Plant to Serve Tennessee Valley

September 17, 2020

A Texas-based producer of structural building components is adding another plant in Ringgold, Georgia, to build and fabricate wooden trusses and engineered beams to serve the Tennessee Valley.