Edge Introduces Arris and Redefines the Exterior Trim Category
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Edge, a brand of UFP Retail Solutions under UFP Industries (NASDAQ: UFPI), announced the launch of Arris™, a mineral-based composite exterior trim made with proprietary Surestone® technology. The product is positioned as a low-maintenance, durable, and dimensionally stable alternative to PVC trim.
Arris is designed to minimize thermal movement and maintain tight joints across seasonal temperature changes. It debuts in an S1S2E profile with widths from 4–12 inches, nominal 1x and 5/4x thicknesses, and 20-foot lengths, with additional profiles and lengths planned. Features include a scratch-, scuff-, and weather-resistant white capstock and lightweight construction to simplify installation. Arris will be displayed at the Southeast Building Conference in Orlando on July 29–30, 2026.
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| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 09 | Earnings call scheduling | Neutral | +0.8% | Second-quarter results release and conference call dates were announced. |
| Jun 25 | Manufacturing plant opening | Positive | +2.5% | Deckorators opened a Northeast plant and doubled Surestone decking production capacity. |
| May 21 | Product availability expansion | Positive | +0.7% | ProWood expanded TrueFrame Joist availability across additional eastern regions. |
| May 05 | Network expansion acquisitions | Positive | +2.8% | UFP Packaging expanded its pallet network through two operating-asset acquisitions. |
| May 04 | Pallet network acquisition | Positive | -5.7% | John Rock operating assets were acquired for approximately $48 million. |
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Recent UFP news events showed mostly positive 24-hour reactions, while the John Rock acquisition was the sole negative reaction.
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New mineral-based composite trim product is a low-maintenance, durable, and dimensionally stable alternative to PVC
The name "Arris" is drawn from a traditional woodworking term for the sharp, clean edge formed where two surfaces meet. Exterior trim projects frequently require precise mitered corners, but thermal changes can create movement that causes joints to separate, leaving unwanted gaps, particularly with PVC trim products. Arris lives up to its name with minimal thermal movement and tight, clean-looking joints throughout seasonal temperature changes.
"We're proud to be introducing Arris to contractors, builders, and homeowners alike," said Dominic Beaulieu, managing director at Edge. "We've taken the technology and credibility of Surestone, paired that with customer feedback, and applied it to the development of a superior trim product. We're eager to see how this transforms the exterior trim space, and we are committed to bringing this level of advancement to other categories in the future."
Arris showcases innovation never before seen in the industry, creating an entirely new category. More dimensionally stable than traditional trim products, Arris is engineered to solve common jobsite and long-term performance challenges. The use of Surestone technology, a proprietary mineral-based composite first proven in premium Deckorators® decking, sets a new standard for durability and ease of installation.
Arris trim:
- Is available now in an S1S2E profile (textured on one side, smooth on three), with an S4S profile (smooth on four sides) to follow
- Comes in widths ranging from 4–12 inches and nominal 1x and 5/4x thicknesses, launching in 20-foot lengths with shorter and longer options planned
- Features a durable white capstock that's scratch, scuff, and weather-exposure resistant
- Is lightweight, easy to work with, and arrives ready to install to streamline project timelines and reduce labor
For additional information on Arris, please visit https://www.ufpedge.com/arris.
ABOUT EDGE
Edge is a leading provider of trim, siding, and interior accents. Its product lines include prefinished and natural solutions such as ForgeWood thermally modified siding; the Timeless interior accent board collection; Arris™, a mineral-based composite trim made with Surestone® technology; and the primed, exterior-rated trim lines EvoTrim™, Premium Primed, and Primed SPF. Sourced and manufactured in North America, its high-quality, convenient, and beautiful products make Edge a valued provider to building materials distributors and retailers nationwide. Edge is a brand of UFP Retail Solutions, a business segment of UFP Industries.
Learn more at https://www.ufpedge.com/.
UFP INDUSTRIES, INC. (NASDAQ: UFPI)
UFP Industries, Inc. is a holding company whose operating subsidiaries—UFP Packaging, UFP Construction, and UFP Retail Solutions—manufacture, distribute, and sell a wide variety of value-added products used in residential and commercial construction, packaging, and other industrial applications worldwide. Founded in 1955, the company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with affiliates in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. For more about UFP Industries, go to www.ufpi.com.
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