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Weyerhaeuser has announced the addition of Tamko decking and railing systems to three of its distribution centers in the United States: Baltimore; Pittsburgh; and Easton, Pa. This extends Weyerhaeuser’s Tamko product distribution to 21 of 22 nationwide markets.

The Bozzuto Group, a residential builder based in Greenbelt, Md., has hired Chris Block as its new director of construction. 

Fastener maker Simpson Strong-Tie has announced the acquisition of Fox Industries, a manufacturer of cementitious, epoxy, urethane, elastomeric and polyester coatings, grouts, mortars, adhesives, sealers, sealants, and membranes and custom manufactured fiberglass parts for the marine, industrial, transportation, commercial building and public works industries. The Baltimore-based company was founded in 1969.

Lumber and building material dealer co-op ENAP, Inc. held its Forest Products Conference October 23-25, 2011 in Baltimore, MD. 

“Despite extremely difficult market conditions, attendance by both the member and vendor community exceeded our expectations and speaks volumes to the commitment we have to the future of this industry," saic Duncan Facey, VP of Forest Products for ENAP. "The Conference provided insight on what lies ahead for all of us in 2012.” 

TW Perry isn’t just a lumberyard with a 100-year history. It’s a company — ranked 33rd on the HCN Top 200 Pro Dealer Scoreboard — with a story. 


The drama includes an extreme makeover in the late 1990s, when it recast itself from a home center to a pro dealer firmly focused on the remodeler and contractor. It’s a turnaround story starring motivated salesmen, and it’s an ongoing example of how a decentralized, entrepreneurial business can thrive — even in a tough market.