Post-frame construction is an engineered wood-frame building system that meets UBC and IBC standards. Post-frame buildings feature large, solid sawn posts or laminated columns instead of wood studs, steel framing, or concrete masonry. They transfer loads to the ground or surface-mounted to a concrete pier or masonry foundation, and may use plastic barrier systems for enhanced protection of wood and concrete posts or piers.
NFBA is a non-profit trade association that promotes the interests of the post-frame construction industry and its members. The association’s members are primarily post-frame builders, suppliers, manufacturers, building material dealers, code and design professionals, and structural engineers.
For nearly 50 years, the National Frame Building Association (NFBA) has represented the interests of builders, suppliers, distributors, academics, and code and design professionals serving the U.S. post-frame industry. Its mission is simple: Members working together to help build your post-frame business.
The Frame Building Expo is the premier event for post-frame professionals. From the industry’s leading companies exhibiting their latest innovations to the largest selection of post-frame education available to entertaining social opportunities – the Frame Building Expo is the single largest event purely dedicated to post-frame.
NFBA is committed to educating builders, suppliers, designers, manufacturers, homeowners, building owners, and more. Here you'll find just some of our educational resources.
Recognizing Exceptional Performance-Based Accomplishments by Members
Whether it's building innovative structures that exceed customer expectations, demonstrating excellence on the job site, providing outstanding service to the post-frame industry or showing a tireless commitment to safety - NFBA members are some of the hardest working men and women around.
We have provided a wide of variety of resources for prospective and current members. Please note that some of the content is password protected and only available to NFBA Members. In order to have complete access please log in.
The NFBA Foundation aims to raise awareness and improve the industry by supporting educational programming and industry research. Your ongoing support of the NFBA Foundation is critical to sustaining this important mission.
2024 NFBA Foundation Auction
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the NFBA Foundation Auction in Des Moines! Through your generosity, we were able to raise over $12,000, which will be used to support the new edition of the NFBA Post Frame Building Design Manual, Educational Programs, and Industry Research.
A special thank you goes out to the evening's musical entertainment, Aces & Eights. Many people went home winners of some fantastic prizes while having fun and supporting YOUR Association.
Thank you to this year's sponsors!
The NFBA Foundation qualifies for tax exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a not-for-profit corporation. FID 92-2425009 Donors are encouraged to consult their tax advisor for information about the deductibility of donations.
