The World Millwork Alliance (WMA) is revising a rule in order to rate doors better. It will formally be known as “WMA Revision BSR/AMD 100-201x, Structural Performance Ratings of Side-Hinged Exterior Door Systems and Procedures for Component Substitution (revision of ANSI/AMD 100-2013)” (or AMD 100 for short). The rule will provide door pre-hangers and distributors a way to […]

The Association of Millwork Distributors has changed its name to the World Millwork Alliance (WMA). “The change reflects the association’s broader commitment to strengthen the millwork community and its expertise in servicing the millwork industry,” according to a statement from the organization. “After years of providing the millwork industry with a solid foundation for networking, […]

The Association of Millwork Distributors (AMD) has announced its 2015 board of directors. It’s comprised of executives from both the distribution and manufacturing sides of the millwork industry. “The association is fortunate to have resilient leadership guiding the association into 2015,” AMD Chief Executive Officer Rosalie Leone said in a statement. “The 2015 board of […]

In honor of this year’s 50th Association of Millwork Distributors’ (AMD) Annual Convention, ODL Inc., presented the AMD board of directors with a customized door glass design for its headquarters entryway. “ODL is honored to be part of AMD and celebrate its 50th anniversary,” says Keith Juhola, vice president of sales and marketing for ODL. […]

The Association of Millwork Distributors (AMD) is meeting this week in Tampa, but as of a few hours ago they are now meeting as the World Millwork Alliance. The name was announced as part of the group’s opening session this afternoon. Nathan Potter, outgoing president, says the change is part of the association’s strategic plan. […]

Members of the Association of Millwork Distributors participated in a roundtable session yesterday where they were able to ask questions and share concerns. DWM/Shelter editor Tara Taffera was lucky enough to sit in at one such discussion and learn what is keeping members up at night and what they are happy about post recession. First […]

Attendees at the Association of Millwork Distributors (AMD) Annual convention attended educational sessions today before the exhibits and trade show kicks off in earnest tomorrow. David Meyer of Houzz detailed how this social media site can change the home remodeling and design process for homeowners and trade professionals. Most importantly he told attendees how they […]

Jack Cortese will receive the Association of Millwork Distributors’ (AMD) 2014 Ron Taylor Award of Integrity and Commitment on October 19, 2014, at the AMD 50th Annual Convention and Tradeshow in Tampa, Fla. According to the press release, Cortese was recognized as an individual who exemplifies the talent to connect with people, fearless in commitments, […]

The Association of Millwork Distributors (AMD) will hold its 50th Annual Convention & Tradeshow October 19-23 in Tampa, Fla. The event will take place in the Tampa Convention Center and Marriott Waterside Hotel. “For 50 years, the Annual AMD Convention has been a vital tradeshow and conference for all facets of the millwork industry, with […]

There are various codes and standards that those in the door and window industry need to keep track of and Jessica Ferris, director of codes and standards for the Association of Millwork Distributors (AMD), outlined these standards for those who attended the AMD Convention and trade show last week in Louisville. Emily Zachery, D & […]