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Category: Sustainable Architecture

Hoover Expert Jim Gogolski Points to UL Stamp on Hoover PyroGuard Plywood

Hoover Experts Highlight FRTW and Code Compliance at Shaunna’s Summer Study

Last month, Hoover’s Dr. Dave Bueche and Jim Gogolski joined Shaunna’s Summer Study Sessions, a weeklong online event hosted by Mozingo Code Group, LLC. Designed to give architects, contractors, and code officials across the country a chance to sharpen their skills, the event featured targeted webinars on some of today’s

Two Hoover technical experts wearing safety vests and hard hats inspect a multi-story building framed with fire-retardant-treated wood

Meeting Building Codes with Fire-Retardant Treated Wood

A deep dive into how treated wood products help architects and contractors stay compliant with fire safety standards. As fire safety codes evolve, architects and contractors face growing pressure to specify and supply building materials that are both high performing and code compliant. Fire-retardant-treated wood (FRTW) plays a key role

Building with Wood: A Sustainable Choice for Construction

Across the country, the conversation around sustainability in construction is shifting. As communities and industries look for greener alternatives, wood stands out — not just for its natural beauty and durability, but for its environmental benefits. Compared to steel and concrete, wood has a significantly smaller carbon footprint, requires less