At AIFP, it’s our mission to be a leader in the building materials industry, in the eyes of our customers, suppliers, and our team. We Put People & Partners First At AIFP, we believe in putting our people and partners first. That’s why we’re so committed to building strong relationships with our team, our steel and lumber suppliers, our transportation partners, and our customers. For our admin and trading team, this means that we provide the career training they need to succe

As one of the largest building products wholesale organizations in the country, AIFP knows a thing or two about lumber. In fact, our seven departments cover several major lumber commodities, including Southern yellow pine, which makes up over 85% of all treated wood in the US. In today’s blog, we answer your frequently asked questions about pressure-treated wood. What is Pressure-Treated Wood? Pressure-treated wood is wood that undergoes a process in which high pressure force

When it comes to lumber and other building materials, our traders are experts. Not only do we provide our partners with key industry insights on lumber futures, but we also have an extensive knowledge of the milling process, the diverse types of lumber, and how it’s best utilized. In today’s blog, our lumber experts discuss plain sawn vs. quarter sawn vs. rift sawn wood. What is Plain Sawn Wood? Also known as flat sawn wood, plain sawn wood is produced by making a cut on a ta

In today’s blog, we asked our team to share some of their best sales tips and trading advice so you can get a sneak peek into the world...

Proper storage is paramount in preserving the integrity and longevity of wood products. Each type of wood has specific requirements to...

Because of its strength, durability, and beauty, Southern yellow pine is one of the most popular woods in the United States. Not only is...

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Wood movement is a natural phenomenon caused by changes in moisture content. If you’ve ever tried to open a wooden door in the summer...

For over 60 years, American International Forest Products has been trading lumber for construction and manufacturing projects across the...

For over 60 years, American International Forest Products (AIFP) has been a trusted name in trading business materials like lumber, steel, and industrial products for construction and manufacturing projects across the country. In this blog, our Canadian Department explores the world of Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF) lumber, shedding light on its types, properties, uses, and the dynamic SPF lumber industry. SPF Lumber Defined SPF stands for spruce, pine, and fir, and it refers to dimen

As one of the country's largest wholesale building materials organizations, AIFP makes itself known as an industry leader. We proudly...

At AIFP, our lumber traders leverage relationships with mills and suppliers to deliver the best products at the best prices. In today’s...

At American International Forest Products, we trade a variety of wood and other industrial products for construction and manufacturing...

Whether you’re a supplier or a customer, navigating the building materials industry can be overwhelming. From inventory management and...

At AIFP, our team is everything. Without their hard work, effort, and dedication, AIFP simply wouldn’t run. While our steel and lumber...

When it comes to building materials, there is a vast market of options to choose from. However, none can truly compare to the versatility...

For over sixty years, American International Forest Products has been trading a variety of lumber, industrial products, and other building materials for construction and manufacturing projects across the country. In this month’s blog, our lumber experts cover everything you need to know about Southern yellow pine wood, including what it’s used for, how it’s graded, and more. Southern Yellow Pine Facts Southern yellow pine is a blanket term used to describe a pine species whos