July/August 2023

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Simpson Strong-Tie Awards 120 College Scholarships
Simpson Strong-Tie awarded $3,000 scholarships to 120 students in engineering and construction fields as part of its 2025–2026 Strong-Tie Undergraduate Fellowship program.

Latest William Blair Composite Decking Survey Ends Next Week
Don’t forget to submit your William Blair 2nd Quarter 2025 Composite Decking Survey. The window to complete the survey is July 7 at 5 pm EST.

ProWood Pressure Treated Lumber: The Right Lumber for the Job
When you’re building a deck that’s expected to hold up to years of weather, wear, and client expectations, your substructure matters just as much as the finish work. At ProWood®, we understand that durability, safety, and long-term performance aren’t optional—they’re essential.

Trex CFO Steps Down
Trex CFO Brenda Lovcik will step down August 5 to take a new role in Minnesota. CEO Bryan Fairbanks will assume interim CFO duties while the company searches for her replacement.