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Department Spotlight: Meet the Southern Yellow Pine Traders

In addition to trading plywood, cedar, and other major commodities, AIFP covers specialty building materials. One of those products is Southern Yellow Pine and our commodity traders who specialize in it are the focus of this installment of the AIFP Department Spotlight series. Read on to learn about…

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What You Need to Know About Pressure-Treated Wood

Oct 05, 2020

At AIFP, our lumber traders leverage relationships with mills and suppliers to deliver the best products at the best pri… Learn More
industry news
Are Commission-Only Jobs Worth It?

Aug 20, 2020

Looking for a career in sales can be incredibly stressful, especially if you’re not sure exactly what type of sales job … Learn More
careers
Team Building Activities & Employee Appreciation Ideas to Try During COVID-19

Jul 15, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many companies like AIFP to implement new work-from-home policies in order to stop the … Learn More
company culture
What You Need to Know About SYP Plywood, Douglas Fir Plywood, and OSB Board

Jun 23, 2020

AIFP is one of the largest building products wholesale organizations in the country. In fact, we have seven departments … Learn More
industry news
Working from Home: Tips for Success

May 20, 2020

Like so many other companies across the country, AIFP has adopted a new remote work policy in order to stop the spread o… Learn More
company culture
Why is Company Culture So Important?

May 11, 2020

There’s no denying that the most crucial aspect of any successful organization is its workforce. But what helps that wor… Learn More
company culture
SPF Lumber Facts, Grades, Uses & Industry Insights

Apr 13, 2020

For over 50 years, American International Forest Products has been trading building materials like lumber, steel, and ot… Learn More
industry news
Department Spotlight: Meet the US Lumber Traders

Mar 13, 2020

At AIFP, we have the largest trading floor in North America, and our team of lumber traders are committed to pairing hig… Learn More
Year in Review: Our Favorite Highlights from 2019

Feb 21, 2020

Can you believe 2019 is already over? We sure can’t! While we’re so excited to find out what 2020 will bring for AIFP, w… Learn More
Careers at AIFP: What We’re Looking for in Job Candidates

Jan 09, 2020

It’s no secret that American International Forest Products is one of the best places to work in Portland, Oregon, and if… Learn More
careers

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There is no substitute for hard work. If you really want to make and run a business here, you have all the tools available to you here. Billy Culver Trader, European Products Department Head

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