Business Details
18 Years
experience
Leading Building Materials Distributor in North America
Sidca Trading is a leading distributor of lumber, plywood, and building materials across North America. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our strategic partnerships and rigorous adherence to grading standards for strength and appearance. We specialize in dimensional lumber, plywood products, and pressure-treated materials tailored for residential, industrial, and manufacturing applications. Our mission is to deliver building materials globally on time and on grade, supported by a team with decades of industry experience. Through related companies like Socco Forest Products and Western Wood Preservers, we offer custom kiln drying, resawing, grading, and specialized treating programs.Our services extend to cut-to-size solutions, export packaging, and container loading, ensuring comprehensive support for our clients. With a focus on innovation and customer relationships, we provide mass plywood panels as an advanced alternative to traditional construction materials. Our team of experts, including seasoned traders and logistics professionals, ensures tailored solutions for diverse project needs. We prioritize transparency, reliability, and sustainability in every transaction, aligning with global market demands. Backed by extensive experience and a network of specialized partners, Sidca Trading remains a trusted leader in the building materials industry.
Services
Cut to Size
Incising Timbers
Custom ACQ Treating
Custom CCA Treating
Custom Borate Treating
Custom Fire Retardant Treating
Paper Wrapping
Export Packaging
Container Loading
Kiln Drying
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Our team has decades of experience in the building materials industry.
- We offer custom treating and manufacturing solutions for specialized projects.
- Our strategic partnerships ensure reliable supply chain management.
- We provide innovative mass plywood panels for sustainable construction.
- Our services include export packaging and container loading for global delivery.
Services
Custom Treating
We provide specialized pressure treating services including ACQ, CCA, Borate, and fire retardant treatments. These processes enhance durability for residential and industrial applications. Our treatments ensure compliance with industry standards for safety and longevity.
Mass Plywood Panels
Our mass plywood panels offer a sustainable alternative to cross-laminated timbers. Designed for large-scale construction, they reduce material use by 20% while maintaining structural integrity. Panels are customizable up to 48 feet in length for efficient project execution.
Export Packaging
We handle export packaging and container loading to streamline international deliveries. Services include secure wrapping and optimized loading to minimize transit damage. This ensures timely, cost-effective global distribution of building materials.
Kiln Drying
Socco Forest Products offers kiln drying with a 120 million board feet annual capacity. This process reduces moisture content for improved stability and prevents warping. Ideal for lumber requiring precise dimensional accuracy and durability.
Resawing Services
Custom resawing adjusts lumber dimensions to meet specific project requirements. This service optimizes material usage and reduces waste. Available through our partner Socco Forest Products for precision cuts and efficiency.
People
Rick Sidhu
Trader
Founder of Sidca Trading with over 15 years in building materials. Expertise in commodity panels and treating programs. Prior roles included sales manager and treating plant general manager.
Kam Sidhu
Trader
Specializes in specialty panels and lumber distribution since joining Sidca in 2010. Over 25 years of wholesale distribution experience. Focuses on commodity panels and off-grade solutions.
Dave Steinman
VP Eastern Division/Trader
20-year veteran in lumber and building materials. Manages plywood, OSB, and lumber commodities. Experience spans wholesale, distribution, and construction sectors across North America.
Chris Carter
CFO
Leads financial operations with a focus on strategic growth. Transitioned from forest industry financing to ABM Group in 2017. Oversees financial management and operational planning for Sidca Trading.
Aman Dhillon
Trader
20-year lumber industry expert specializing in Western Red Cedar. Manages remanufacturing and distribution processes. Brings deep knowledge of cedar applications and market demands to Sidca's team.
Questions
What building materials does Sidca Trading specialize in?
We specialize in lumber, plywood, pressure-treated products, and mass plywood panels. Our offerings include dimensional lumber, specialty panels, and custom-treated wood for residential and industrial use.
Do you offer custom treating services?
Yes, we provide custom ACQ, CCA, Borate, and fire retardant treating through our partner Western Wood Preservers. These treatments enhance durability and meet specific project requirements.
What are mass plywood panels?
Mass plywood panels (MPP) are engineered wood products designed as an alternative to CLT. They offer structural strength with 20% less wood usage and are customizable for large-scale construction projects.
How does Sidca support international deliveries?
We offer export packaging and container loading services to ensure secure, efficient global shipments. This includes custom wrapping and optimized loading to reduce transit risks and costs.
What related companies does Sidca work with?
We collaborate with Socco Forest Products for kiln drying, resawing, and grading. Western Wood Preservers handles custom treating programs. These partnerships expand our service capabilities and supply chain efficiency.
