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 REGULATORY NEWS
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EPA Formaldehyde Rule Extended
The effective date of the EPA formaldehyde regulation, originally March 21, has been delayed until May 22. There is no indication that there will be changes in the regulation. The presumed reason for the delay is that newly arrived political EPA appointees need additional time to learn about the regulation and determine whether or not to conduct a substantive review.
Source: ChemicalWatch, March 21; Federal Register, EPA, March 20, 2017. Photo © HPVA Laboratories®.
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Canada, France, And Denmark Limit Formaldehyde
France notified the EU that it intends to require labeling of formaldehyde emissions in furniture beginning in 2020. It will create 4 classes of formaldehyde emission standards: A+, A, B, and C. Denmark also notified the EU of upcoming restrictions on the manufacture and sale of furniture and furniture parts made of wood-based materials that release formaldehyde. Formaldehyde emissions must not exceed 0.124 mg/m3 (0.10 ppm) for wood-based materials used in furniture. The limit for furniture will be 0.134 mg/m3 (0.11 ppm).
Source: ChemicalWatch, March 21; Open PR, March 9; ChemicalWatch, March 6, 2017.
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Wood Flooring Gets EU Ecolabel
Decision (EU) 2017/176 established EU Ecolabel criteria for wood, cork, and bamboo flooring. Use of the EU Ecolabel is voluntary. The criteria are designed to encourage lower energy use in manufacturing, to drastically limit VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and to limit harmful chemicals used for fire retardants, binding, and finishing. In addition, products bearing the EU Ecolabel must originate from certified sustainably managed forests.
Source: Fordaq, March 13, 2017.
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ASSOCIATION NEWS
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HPVA® Conference Double Bonus
Sign up now to save $275 on registration and hotel for the May 7-9 HPVA® 96th Annual Meeting in Vancouver. Our doubleheader features two keynote speakers! Dr. Derek Scissors of the American Enterprise Institute will discuss new trade policies and how trade with China might change. Attorney Tim Brightbill, partner at Wiley Rein and adjunct professor at Georgetown Law, will provide insights on international trade law and the case against Chinese plywood. Register at HPVA.org.
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NEWS BRIEFS
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Timber Turns To Trump, Innovation
As President Trump promises to bring back timber, Oregon producers are moving forward with new technology and innovation.
Source: NPR, March 12, 2017. Photo © LEVER Architecture.
Climate Change In Building Codes
Canada's NRC intends to incorporate their latest research into building codes, which could mean new ways to construct buildings that can better adapt to changing conditions.
Source: Building Design+Construction, March 7, 2017.
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Timber Innovation Act Reintroduced
The bipartisan act was introduced in both houses on March 7 to increase the use of wood in tall building construction.
Source: ProSales, March 10, 2017.
Photos: 10 Incredible Wood Buildings
10 stunning structures from around the world include the unforgettable Knarvik Community Church in Norway.
Source: Architectural Digest, March 13, 2017.
People Cause 84% Of Wildfires
New research shows that people cause most wildfires; the fire season has tripled.
Source: PNAS, January 6, 2017.
Photos: 11 Futuristic Transmaterials
This new generation includes cellulose-based polymers, climate-responsive wood apertures, cellulose glass thermal insulation, and more.
Source: BD+C, March 13, 2017.
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Trees Grow Paper Fast
The fiber grown in just 1 year in 100 acres of commercial pulpwood equals 16 million #10 envelopes or 2 million sheets of paper.
Source: Two Sides, March 10, 2017.
VIDEO: Frank Lloyd Wright In 1957
Mike Wallace interviews Frank Lloyd Wright.
Source: Building Design+Construction, March 9, 2017.
Avoid 10 Kitchen Design Dilemmas
Topping the list: not enough storage, poorly planned layout, and insufficient counter space.
Source: Fox News, March 7, 2017.
First DesignEDGE Summit
A DesignEdge Summit leads this week's ICFF.
Source: Furniture Today, March 20, 2017.
IUFRO Conference: Jun 12-16
In Vancouver, participants will discuss how fibre and forests will be used in the future.
Source: IUFRO, 2017.
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Send Us Your Company News, Ideas For Articles, And More
We are always looking for great stories, news about your company, and interesting multimedia. We also welcome feedback on this week's content and suggestions for topics you would like to see in upcoming HPVA® eNews. Email us at innovate@hpva.org.
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