Fortress Building Products Adds Evolution Steel Deck Framing to Goodfellow Inc. Canadian Distribution Portfolio

GARLAND, Texas – April 30, 2020 – Fortress Building Products has extended its distribution partnership with Canadian materials distributor Goodfellow Inc. to deliver Evolution steel deck framing across the Canadian market.

Goodfellow, a wholesaler of specialty building products to the retail lumber channel, has served the Canadian market for over 120 years. The national entity is also a distributor of Fortress® railing products, specifically Al¹³ HOME™ Aluminum Railing and Pure View™ Glass Railing systems.

“Fortress is extremely excited to be partnering with Goodfellow to distribute our industry-leading Evolution steel framing system,” said Jason Meier, Fortress Building Products’ Regional Sales Manager - Canada. “Getting product in the hands of building professionals is Goodfellow’s specialty. And with the help of their extensive dealer network, Fortress will solidify its position as a leader in the outdoor renovation sector.” 

“Goodfellow has been partnered with Fortress on their railing products and have found them to be a first-rate manufacturer," said Ken Vanderwal, Building Materials Product Manager at Goodfellow. "We’re very excited to be adding their steel framing system to our distribution portfolio, thereby providing a strong and long-lasting substrate to go with our premium decking products.”

Evolution is a smarter framing system designed by deck builders for deck builders. A comprehensive steel deck framing solution, Evolution light-gauge steel is uniform and straight so the pieces fit together easily and won’t twist, warp, crack or burn like wood. Plus, the interlocking joist and ledger system creates sturdy decks that require significantly less labor at installation. Evolution comes with a 25-year limited warranty and its design allows for beautiful integration with any type of brand of decking, such as composite, PVC, aluminum, tile, wood and tropical hardwoods.

About Fortress Building Products

Fortress Building Products is a leading manufacturer dedicated to delivering proven performance and smarter solutions in the residential, multi-family, commercial and industrial building products industries. Based in Texas, Fortress Building Products supplies North America with forward-thinking outdoor living solutions, including steel and aluminum railing, fencing, framing and pergolas. With an excellent track record built on 50 years of innovation, Fortress® is focused on providing the best steel and aluminum products that build a stronger tomorrow for people and the planet. Sustainable, durable and socially responsible, Fortress’ category-leading solutions strengthen the way people build and live. Learn more at www.fortressbp.com/.