A Message from Russ Jordan, President of ARAUCO North America
Since the early 1990s, Arauco has been part of the North American market, growing into one of the region’s largest wood panel and millwork manufacturers. That growth is the result of three decades of consistent investment, hard work, and a strong commitment to understanding and serving our North American customers.
Over the years, we’ve done more than just invest and expand. We’ve built long-term partnerships, developed solid distribution networks, and broadened our product offering. We work hard to understand what our customers need—from product performance to service expectations.
We’re focused on growth, better service, and delivering more value to our customers.
Our industry has faced difficult economic cycles, supply chain disruptions, and shifting customer demands. But through it all, we’ve come out stronger—strengthening our operations and continuing to grow. Today, Arauco North America operates with more resilience than ever—and we’re committed to being the most reliable supplier in the market.
Warm regards,
Russ Jordan
President, ARAUCO North America
ARAUCO Mills Win Safety Awards
In 2025, ARAUCO North America was honored with multiple safety awards by the Composite Panel Association (CPA), recognizing the company's commitment to workplace safety across its facilities.
These accolades reflect ARAUCO's dedication to fostering a safe working environment through continuous improvement and innovative practices.
Michigan State Officials and Chilean Ambassador Visit Arauco's Grayling Mill
We were honored to welcome the Chilean Ambassador and representatives from the U.S. Senate office and Michigan State to our Grayling mill. This visit provided an excellent opportunity to showcase our state-of-the-art facilities and expand our collaborations with local authorities. The delegation was given a comprehensive tour of the mill, highlighting our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement.
The visit underscored the importance of international partnerships in driving economic growth and fostering mutual understanding. We look forward to building on this positive interaction and exploring further opportunities for collaboration with our Chilean counterparts.
CLICK HERE to watch a video of the visit.
ARAUCO NA Celebrates National Safety Month
At Arauco, safety is our number one priority year-round, but this June, during National Safety Month, we want to take some extra time to focus on why and how we stay safe.
CLICK HERE to watch a video of why some of our Arauco teammates choose to work safe every day.
Elevate Interiors with Arauco's Natural Linen Print: Where Style Meets Substance
Discover a new standard in interior aesthetics with Arauco’s Natural Linen Print, the smart, stylish solution for cabinet liners and backs.
This innovative product brings the upscale elegance of linen to practical applications—at a price point that’s as attractive as its design.
What sets it apart? Arauco applies advanced printing technology to faithfully replicate the refined texture and appearance of our Natural Linen design directly onto renowned Fibrex® HDF—a substrate celebrated for its strength, smoothness, and consistency.
Composite Panel Association Launches New TFL Standard
The Composite Panel Association (CPA) has released its updated voluntary standard for thermally fused laminate (TFL) panels—CPA 5-25—effective May 1, 2025
This comprehensive standard outlines rigorous performance and dimensional requirements for TFL panels used across North America, reinforcing the industry’s commitment to quality, durability, and consistency.
CLICK HERE for more information regarding the CPA’s new TFL Standard.
ARAUCO Intelligence is Here
We’re excited to introduce our newly redesigned homepage — now powered by AI to deliver a smarter, faster, and more intuitive experience. Whether you're a customer, partner, or vendor, our new homepage is built to help you find what you need with ease. From intelligent search to personalized content and streamlined navigation, this launch marks a major step forward in how we connect you to the information and tools that matter most. This launch marks a pivotal step in our use of generative AI — and we’re committed to continuously enhancing the experience to meet your evolving needs.
CLICK HERE to explore the new homepage
TFL Decorative Panels: Sustainable Design for Commercial and Residential Applications
Join us Wednesday, July 23rd at 11AM ET/ 8AM PT for a 1-hour credit course.
In this session, you will learn how TFL is made, its performance and handling characteristics, and TFL's advantages as a sustainable material. We will explore the differences between TFL and other surfacing materials and offer more insights to help you make informed choices about surfacing solutions.
After participating in this CEU, you will understand:
• The differences between TFL and other “legacy” materials
• How TFL panels – core, design and texture – are created
• Why TFL is one of the most sustainable materials for furniture and interiors
• Where, and why, TFL excels – specific surface applications, markets
CLICK HERE to Register for the CEU
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