Terry Smithson
Engineered Wood Specialist | APA - The Engineered Wood Association
Presenter bio
Terry Smithson is an Engineered Wood Specialist for APA—The Engineered Wood Association. He covers south Texas and Louisiana. He has over 35 years of experience in building envelopes, both commercial and residential with impressive projects in his resume. Terry has an impressive resume that focuses on product and application within the building envelope. Terry’s background in application and product performance has assisted architects, engineers, and builders in the selection of best product for desired application and code. As an Engineered Wood Specialist with APA, his role focuses on that of a trusted consultant that focuses on the performance of the product and application of engineered wood products and their assemblies.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Room A
AIA
Overview of engineered wood products
This course explores the growing use of engineered wood products (EWPs) in modern construction. Learn how to properly select, install, and detail materials such as plywood, OSB, glulam, I-joists, and structural composite lumber. Understand key benefits, performance considerations, and best practices to ensure efficient, durable, and code-compliant applications across a variety of building projects.
Target audience: All design and construction professionals
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