FREMONT, Neb. — Wood dust is the likely cause of a July 29 explosion at a pellet plant in Fremont, Nebraska. The July 29 blast killed three people, including a male employee and his two daughters, both under the age of 12. 

James Hardie Building Products Inc., a subsidiary of James Hardie Industries plc., announced the continuation of its long-standing relationship with Beazer Homes through a new, exclusive three-year agreement.

WASHINGTON — Pending home sales decreased by 0.8% in June from the prior month and 2.8% year-over-year, according to the National Association of Realtors Pending Home Sales report. The Report provides the real estate ecosystem, including agents and homebuyers and sellers, with data on the level of home sales under contract.

Accsys, the global leader in high-performance wood, entered into a strategic partnership with Hardwoods Specialty Products USLP to expand the distribution of Accoya wood in North America.

The 2025 International Mass Timber Conference held in Portland, Oregon, March 25–27, hosted the third annual Women in Timber Power Hour with a record attendance of over 500. A portion of the funds raised from the event are donated to a like-minded organization to continue to champion women in the industry.

Herman Miller partners with Stine Aas to introduce the Land Collection, featuring a dining table, credenza, and console. Rooted in the traditions of Aas' Norwegian upbringing, the collection draws inspiration from the rural landscapes near her Bergen-based studio. Each piece showcases thoughtful details such as oversized heirloom-quality timber construction, trestle bases, and reinforced mortise and tenon joints for durable, long-lasting construction.