Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Building Materials Distributor
Sidca Trading is a leading distributor of lumber, plywood, and building materials across North America. Founded in 2008, we prioritize strategic partnerships and strong customer relationships while maintaining the highest standards for product quality and service. Our team brings decades of industry experience, specializing in commodity panels, treating programs, and specialty building solutions. We offer a comprehensive range of products including dimensional lumber, pressure-treated materials, specialty panels, and innovative Mass Plywood Panels.Our services extend beyond distribution with custom cutting, incising, treating, and packaging solutions tailored to residential, industrial, and commercial needs. Backed by the ABM North American Group of Companies, we combine operational expertise with a commitment to timely, grade-specific deliveries. Our mission is to serve as a responsible partner in global building material supply chains while continuously improving efficiency and sustainability in construction practices.
Services
Lumber Distribution
Plywood Products
Pressure Treated Wood
Specialty Panels
Mass Plywood Panels
Custom Cutting Services
Industrial Treating
Export Packaging
Container Loading
Kiln Drying
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We maintain strategic partnerships across the distribution channel for reliable supply chains
- Our team has over 20 years of combined experience in building materials trading
- We offer a comprehensive range of products from dimensional lumber to specialty panels
- We provide custom cutting, treating, and packaging solutions for specific projects
- Our Mass Plywood Panel innovation offers sustainable structural alternatives to concrete
Services
Lumber Distribution
We distribute high-grade dimensional lumber including SPF, cedar, hemlock, and Douglas fir. Our products meet strict strength and appearance standards for structural and nonstructural applications. We serve residential, industrial, and commercial construction sectors with reliable supply chains across North America.
Pressure Treated Products
Our pressure-treated wood includes PWF, borate, and fire-retardant options for residential and commercial use. These materials provide enhanced durability and resistance to environmental factors. We offer custom treating services through our affiliated Western Wood Preservers facility.
Specialty Panels
We supply specialty panels including MDO, formply, marine plywood, and melamine products. Our inventory features both imported and domestic options with various thicknesses and finishes. These panels serve architectural, industrial, and specialty construction applications requiring precise material specifications.
Mass Plywood Panels
Our Mass Plywood Panels offer structural alternatives to concrete construction. These large-format panels (up to 12'x48') reduce on-site waste and labor requirements. The innovative design provides 20% greater efficiency while maintaining structural integrity for multi-story buildings.
Custom Treating Services
We provide custom ACQ, CCA, borate, and fire-retardant treating services through our affiliated facilities. Our treatments enhance material durability and safety for specific environmental conditions. These services support industrial, residential, and specialty construction applications.
People
Rick Sidhu
Trader & Founder
With a 20+ year career in building materials, Rick founded Sidca in 2008 after managing a treating plant. He specializes in commodity panels and treating programs, bringing hands-on industry expertise from yard operations to executive leadership.
Kam Sidhu
Trader
Kam has specialized in wholesale distribution since 1995, focusing on specialty panels and commodity products. He joined Sidca in 2010, leveraging his extensive knowledge of panel grading and distribution logistics to serve diverse construction needs.
Dave Steinman
VP Eastern Division
With 15+ years in lumber trading, Dave specializes in plywood, OSB, and lumber commodities. His experience spans wholesale, distribution, and construction sectors, providing comprehensive market insights and supply chain solutions for eastern North America.
Aman Dhillon
Trader
Aman brings 20+ years of expertise in Western Red Cedar remanufacturing and distribution. His specialized knowledge of cedar products supports Sidca's premium offerings, serving both traditional and innovative construction applications across North America.
Chris Carter
CFO
Chris transitioned from forest industry financing to ABM Group in 2017. He manages financial operations and strategic growth initiatives, combining 10 years of financial services experience with deep industry knowledge to support Sidca's expansion and operational efficiency.
Questions
What building materials does Sidca Trading distribute?
We distribute dimensional lumber, pressure-treated products, specialty panels, Mass Plywood Panels, and OSB products for residential and commercial construction applications.
Do you offer custom wood treatment services?
Yes, through our affiliated Western Wood Preservers facility, we provide custom ACQ, CCA, borate, and fire-retardant treating services for specific project requirements.
What is Mass Plywood Panel?
Mass Plywood Panel is an engineered wood product designed as a sustainable alternative to concrete construction. These large-format structural panels reduce material usage by 20% while maintaining strength and durability.
How long has Sidca Trading been in business?
Sidca Trading was founded in 2008 by Rick Sidhu, with our team members collectively bringing over 100 years of industry experience to our operations.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve construction markets across North America through our strategic distribution network and affiliated logistics partners.
Can you handle specialized packaging requirements?
Yes, we offer custom export packaging and container loading services through our affiliated Socco Forest Products facility to meet international shipping standards.
