Installation: A Risky Value Add In today’s competitive and interconnected business environment, companies frequently look for ways to add value for their customers.  In the wood products and building materials industries, installation is one activity we have seen a number of businesses become involved in to help add value and win business. It is important... [Read More]

What is Reinsurance, and How Does It Impact Lumber Businesses? By Steve Firko We in the lumber and building materials industry have felt the brunt of the increasing frequency and severity of catastrophic (CAT) events in recent years. On top of these events, the recent uncertainty surrounding the global markets has made transferring risk difficult,... [Read More]

Are We Facing a Coverage Crisis? By Steve Hicks Recent announcements of trade deals and new tariffs have made the S&P 500 look like a Six Flags roller coaster. During this period of market uncertainty and volatility, many lumber and building material business owners and operators have adopted a wait-and-see attitude before addressing any needed... [Read More]

PLM Kicks off the New Year with Leadership Moves and Promotions Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company (PLM), the largest mutual insurer dedicated to wood-related businesses, today announces several leadership changes and promotions within the company’s executive staff. The changes are part of PLM’s strategy to enhance the organization’s profitability and growth and prepare for the... [Read More]

Lumber Memo: Issue 1 - 2025 IN THIS ISSUE: President’s Commentary The Past, Present, and Future of PLM Cyber Corner : Encrypted Email Procedures Spotlight On: PLM Kicks off the New Year with Leadership Moves and Promotions Spotlight On: Upcoming Events PREVIOUS: Spotlight On: Recent Awards NEXT:

Encrypted Email Procedures  We wanted to make you aware of a new email procedure effecting emails sent externally to our broker partners. This system will automatically be able to detect when an email contains sensitive information and it will become encrypted. When the email arrives in your inbox, it will arrive encrypted, showing our PLM... [Read More]