Building code officials carry significant responsibility, ensuring the safety of building occupants while balancing the interests of developers, architects, and others looking to advance construction projects and the investments they represent. They must navigate evolving materials, construction methods and design innovations while enforcing ever-changing codes. With so much to consider,
When architects, contractors, lumber dealers and wholesalers, and building officials need immediate answers to their questions about fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW), Hoover Treated Wood Products offers a free and invaluable resource: 1-800-TEC-WOOD. This dedicated helpline provides real-time assistance, ensuring professionals get expert guidance on FRTW specifications, applications and safety requirements without
As we move into 2025, simplifying safety for building professionals and the communities they serve remains a top priority for everyone at Hoover. To support this mission, here are five key insights on how fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) aids in passive fire prevention, supports eco-friendly construction, promotes industry education and ensures
As our world continues to change, industries must evolve to meet new challenges. At Hoover, we understand the importance of staying ahead, which is why we have focused on building strong partnerships and earning valuable certifications. Most notably, Hoover is the first Fire-Retardant Treated Wood (FRTW) provider to demonstrate compliance
Hoover recognizes the vital role of ongoing education for building code officials, who must continuously update their knowledge to maintain their licenses. Building strong relationships with regional organizations has been a priority for Hoover. Most recently, Jim Gogolski, Hoover’s Architectural + Code Specialist, presented his FRTW program to the Code
Are you a building material dealer looking for a high-margin product with less competition? Fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) is gaining popularity among professionals seeking reliable, cost-effective solutions for building code compliance. Our latest white paper, “Selling FRTW” by Dr. Dave Bueche, Hoover’s Director of Fire & Life Safety Codes, explains
With the rise of devastating fires across the country, especially in residential buildings where many families live, the importance of fire protection cannot be overstated. Fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) presents a highly effective solution to mitigate fire spread, earning support from building owners, managers, designers, fire officials, and residents. Dr. Dave
On Friday, June 28th, the team at Ingui Architecture in downtown Manhattan gathered for a lunch and learn session led by Jim Gogolski, Architectural/Code Specialist for Hoover Treated Wood Products. The session, part of a 1-hour continuing education program, was a deep dive into the advantages and applications of fire-retardant-treated
May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and Hoover plays a big role in making our communities safe from wildfires. We specialize in making fire-retardant and preservative-treated wood products that can resist fire and help protect neighborhoods and wild areas, especially where cities and nature meet. These places, called Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI)
Fires pose a significant threat to both property and lives, with statistics showing alarming frequency and devastating consequences. In the United States alone, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recorded over 1.3 million fires in 2021, resulting in thousands of deaths and injuries, and nearly $15.9 billion in damages.