At PLM, we are dedicated to supporting you and your business every step of the way. Recognizing that there is never a convenient time to experience a loss, we strive to help you prevent avoidable incidents through proactive measures and comprehensive safety resources. In order to aid you in the risk management for your business,... [Read More]

As businesses in the lumber industry face increasingly sophisticated security threats, PLM is dedicated to providing innovative solutions to safeguard your operations. One such solution is Tattletale, a revolutionary portable alarm system that offers robust and flexible security In today’s fast-paced world, security threats are more prevalent and varied than ever before. Lumber businesses often... [Read More]

Managing combustible dust is critical in today’s fast-paced and safety-conscious lumber industry. PLM is committed to helping our insureds maintain safe and efficient operations. One powerful solution we recommend is SonicAire, a leader in preventing combustible dust accumulation. Combustible dust is a severe hazard in many industrial settings, including lumber mills and manufacturing facilities. Dust... [Read More]

Telematics is the combination of two words: telecommunication and informatics. It is defined as a blend of computers and wireless telecommunications technology to efficiently convey information over vast networks to improve a variety of services, in this case, fleet management. Telematics systems operate by connecting a device, like GPS or a camera, to a desired... [Read More]

Continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring is a proactive approach that goes beyond the traditional practice of pulling MVRs at only a point in time. This real-time monitoring allows companies to address driving behavior issues as soon as they occur, significantly enhancing driver safety and reducing risk to your company. Through our partnership with SambaSafety,... [Read More]

Cyber Coverage: Evolving to Protect Your Business As technology continues to transform the lumber industry, PLM remains committed to adapting and evolving to meet the unique needs of our insureds. One of the most pressing challenges facing businesses today is the threat of cybercrime. To better serve our policyholders, PLM is excited to announce new... [Read More]

Have you ever wondered what you’re really buying when you purchase insurance with a new insurance company or renew your policy with your current one? Surely, it’s not the stack of paper that makes up the legal contract between the insurance company and you! Purchasing insurance is not like buying a stick of lumber, a... [Read More]

I hope this finds you off and running and doing well in 2024! Unfortunately, for PLM, we have faced a few challenges so far this year. We concluded the first quarter behind plan from both a profitability and production viewpoint. A Look at Losses After a number of years where our fire losses were trending... [Read More]

Cyber Corner: The Role of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) in Cyberattacks You probably use your favorite search engine, such as Google or Bing, to find more information about topics that interest you. Have you ever stopped to think about how the top search results earned their spots? Unfortunately, cybercriminals can use search engine results to... [Read More]

New Dividend Plan for Workers’ Compensation We are pleased to announce a new Work Comp Group Dividend Program through Green Tree Risk Partners and AmTrust. Over the past several years, Green Tree has been growing its book of workers’ compensation through placement with several A-rated national carriers. Through our partnership with AmTrust, we have created... [Read More]