October 1, 2026 -- NFPA Global Solutions,® Inc. has been selected by Boise Cascade to provide testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services for plywood and engineered wood products manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada. Under the new agreement, PFS TECO, an NFPA Global Solutions company, will provide services for Boise Cascade's quality assurance, inspection, testing and certification programs for plywood, glulam, glulam laminated timber (GLT), laminated veneer lumber (LVL), veneer laminated timber (VLT), and I-joist products. The engagement encompasses 13 manufacturing facilities located in Alabama, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Oregon, South Carolina, Washington, and New Brunswick, Canada. It covers a broad portfolio of plywood and engineered wood products produced across North America.
"Boise Cascade has built a strong reputation for quality, and we're pleased to support their commitment to delivering compliant wood products to the market," said Carlos Correia, President of NFPA Global Solutions. "We look forward to working closely with their team, providing responsive service and support as they navigate certification requirements across their product portfolio.”
The agreement solidifies NFPA Global Solutions' presence in the engineered wood products sector and further establishes its role as a trusted third-party provider of testing, inspection, and certification services. Through independent oversight, a deep understanding of wood science, and accreditation-backed services, NFPA Global Solutions helps manufacturers demonstrate compliance, maintain product quality, and support market access.
"NFPA Global Solutions demonstrates the technical expertise, responsiveness, and customer-focused approach we value," said Rob Johnson, SVP, Wood Products Manufacturing at Boise Cascade. "Their team's timely support, clear communication, and ability to understand the needs of our operations gives us confidence they will effectively serve our facilities across multiple locations."
About NFPA Global Solutions, Inc.
NFPA Global Solutions is a global provider of testing, inspection, certification (TIC), and advisory services dedicated to advancing fire, life, and electrical safety worldwide. We help organizations demonstrate compliance with codes, standards, and regulatory requirements while supporting product quality, safety, and market access. Serving industries across the built environment and beyond, NFPA Global Solutions delivers independent third-party services backed by deep technical expertise. For more information, visit www.nfpaglobalsolutions.com.
About PFS TECO, an NFPA Global Solutions company
Acquired by NFPA Global Solutions in 2025, PFS TECO provides testing, inspection, certification, and quality assurance services for the building products, manufactured structures, and heating appliance industries. Through independent third-party evaluations and technical expertise, PFS TECO helps manufacturers demonstrate compliance, enhance product quality, and meet market requirements. For more information, visit www.nfpaglobalsolutions.com.
About Boise Cascade
Boise Cascade is one of the largest U.S. wholesale distributors of building materials and a leading manufacturer of engineered wood products and plywood in North America. Our integrated model and national distribution footprint position us to deliver outstanding service to our customers across a broad range of industry-leading products, including key structural products that we produce. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, we operate more than 60 distribution and manufacturing facilities strategically located across the U.S. and Canada. Our work is powered by a dedicated team of over 7,500 people. Learn more at www.bc.com.
Boise Cascade’s Wood Products division manufactures engineered wood products and plywood designed for residential and light commercial construction. The division’s products help customers build strong, efficient structures and are supported by technical expertise and customer service focused on jobsite performance and reliability. Learn more at www.bc.com/ewp/.
