Meet the Exhibitor Pennsylvsnia lumbermens Mutuol lnsurunce Compony

In the autumn of 1895, a grouP of lumber dealers and woodworkers from several eastern states met to discuss issues of mutual concern. One hot topic was insurance coverage and the high rates being charged to members of their industries by stock insurance companies of the time. The result was the establishment of Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Fire Insurance Company.

More than 100 years later, the company continues as Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company. It still writes specialized coverases for the lumber and wood-

lheet the Exhibitor Plycem

Since 2005, Plycem USA has offered a different alternative: a broad line of fiber cement exterior trims that are good-looking and durable, weather and insect resistant, and environmentally friendly. Our products offer the look of wood, without the maintenance.

Plycem's technology is differentiated by its outstanding workability, since sand or silica is not used in the manufacturing process. TemPerature-controlled curing and drying adheres the refined fibers and cement-an amalgamation of Postindustrial and post-consumer recy- working industries, and has include building material sawmills, manufacturers, and distributors. It provides protection for approximately 6000 businesses nationwide. grown to dealers,

Its primary lines include property, general liability, inland marine, business automobile, commercial excess liability, and equipment breakdown-a mix that is designed to Protect every aspect ofone's business.

PLM has strons ties to the wood industry and has worked very hard at maintaining its commitment to its customers and the wood niche. While other insurance companies may come in and out of the wood niche, PLM remains wholly focused on the wood industry. It offers competitive rates, loss control programs, and PromPt claims response and handling. The company is financially strong and carries an A.M. Best rating of A(excellent). cled materials-into tight layers that will withstand years of weather exposure.

PLM is an organization focused on the customer. Through its staff and the expertise of its field and loss control representatives. it is able to provide a high level of personalized service to suit the unique needs of each of its customers.

At the worksite, there is no need for specialized tools because Plycem fiber cement trim can be cut and installed with the same tools traditionally used with wood products.

With its reversible and smoothtextured surface, Plycem trim complements any siding product used today. Machined square edges ensure the clean look of high-end construction and comPlement any style of architecture.

A wide variety of available widths and thicknesses make it the right choice for a wide variety of applicationsexterior corners, windows, columns, and doors-adding grace and elegance to any style of architecture.