The power of your voice: Why post-frame professionals should share their insights

by Heidi J. Ellsworth.

Make sure your voice is heard by taking this post-frame industry survey on glue-laminated, nail-laminated and solid-timber posts.

The post-frame industry continues to grow as builders, suppliers and designers embrace new materials, methods and technologies. Yet even with this momentum, one challenge remains constant: understanding how products are being used in the field and what professionals need to do their best work. That is why industry surveys are so important. They give every member of the post-frame community a chance to shape the direction of research, education and future product development.

A current initiative is calling on professionals to share their experiences with glue-laminated, nail-laminated and solid-timber posts. Whether you use these materials every day or only for select projects, the National Frame Building Association (NFBA) your input offers real value. By taking a few minutes to share your perspective, you help provide the clarity and insight that associations and manufacturers rely on to make informed decisions.

Surveys like this help identify trends that may not be obvious on the jobsite. They show where the industry is heading, where challenges may be emerging and where new opportunities exist. Are certain materials gaining traction? Are builders facing installation obstacles? Are suppliers seeing shifts in demand? Accurate, field-based feedback makes it possible to answer these questions with confidence.

Your participation also helps inform product development and distribution decisions. When manufacturers understand how materials perform in real-world applications, they can refine designs, improve availability and prioritize the features that matter most to builders and designers. This type of collaboration supports a stronger supply chain and ensures the industry continues to innovate with purpose.

Just as important, survey insights support broader discussions around best practices and training. When associations can ground educational content in real field experience, the entire industry benefits. From safety resources to installation guides to technical workshops, feedback from builders and suppliers helps ensure that training stays relevant and practical.

Finally, surveys strengthen the connection between every corner of the post-frame community. Builders, engineers, architects and suppliers all bring different perspectives to the table. When those viewpoints are combined, the industry gains a shared understanding that leads to better solutions and stronger long-term growth.

Your voice matters. By taking part in association surveys, you help create a more informed, more innovative and more unified future for post-frame construction.

The survey takes less than three minutes to complete.

Thank you for contributing your experience and insight to help move the post-frame industry forward.

Take the survey to share your valuable insights.