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plywoodinspection.com Your partner in testing and certification since 2003

plywoodinspection.com Your partner in testing and certification since 2003 Lumber, Plywood, and Millwork Laboratory Services Lumber, Plywood and Millwork Lumber, plywood and millwork is tested for safety and quality.  Different woods and wood products may require different tests, and different grades of lumber must live up to different standards.  In addition, different assemblies on different woods have specific requirements that …

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New Formaldehyde Requirements For Laminators decorativehardwoods.org

New Formaldehyde Requirements For Laminators Hardwood plywood has been regulated to control formaldehyde for several years. Beginning on March 22, 2024, laminators will become subject to the panel producer provisions. Capital Testing and KCMA have provided helpful guidance that emphasizes the need to get started early to meet requirements. Laminators who need certification or want more information can contact Josh Hosen …

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U.S. Imports Of Engineered Wood Flooring Up By 25% decorativehardwoods.org

U.S. Imports Of Engineered Wood Flooring Up By 25% U.S. imports of engineered wood flooring increased by nearly 25% in value and 22% in volume from January–August vs. last year. Now, the largest sources of imports are Vietnam and Cambodia, which have overtaken China. Vietnam, Cambodia, and China comprise 26%, 22%, and 21% of imports by volume, respectively. Imports from …

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