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The Lumber Connection Podcast with AIFP’s Justin Binning & Ken Timmins

With the largest trading floor in North America, it’s no secret that AIFP is a pioneer of the lumber industry. Now that two of our traders have joined forces with the Structural Building Component Association (SBCA) for the Learn More

What You Need to Know About SYP Plywood, Douglas Fir Plywood, and OSB Board

Jun 23, 2020

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SYP PLYWOOD, DOUGLAS FIR PLYWOOD, AND OSB BOARD As one of the country's largest wholesale b… Learn More
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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
Company Culture Spotlight: How AIFP Celebrates the Holidays

Nov 13, 2019

Celebrating holidays in the workplace is a tradition at AIFP. Not only is it a great way to build camaraderie and acknow… Learn More
company culture
Southern Yellow Pine Facts, Grades, Uses & Industry Insights

Nov 04, 2019

For over fifty years, American International Forest Products has been trading a variety of lumber and other industrial p… Learn More
industry news
How to Become a Commodity Trader

Sep 23, 2019

With over 50 years of experience trading lumber, panels, steel, and industria… Learn More
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