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The Platinum Series Automated Sheathing Station is the most automated sheathing station that Panels Plus offers and reduces the amount of time an operator needs to be hands-on during the sheathing process. This sheathing station is driven using MiTek Software and completely fastens sheathing to studs, blocking, headers, and sill plates to ensure quality panels every time. This model can be a stand-alone unit, or integrated into a larger system. Various sizes and configurations are available.

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Anna Stamm – Advertiser Forum: Sugar Pills and Rocket Fuel

Joe Kannapell: Wall Panel Technology, Part II: Panel Equipment Proliferates

Cullen Ellis – Spida Machinery: How the Spida Wall Panel Line Capitalizes on Efficiency

Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC: Increase Profits and Lower Labor Costs with an Effective Incentive Program for Every Group

Glenn Traylor: How Do You Determine Fabrication Tolerances During Design?

Edmond Lim, P.Eng. –LimTek Solutions: An Extreme Plant Makeover in Pictures

Carl Villella – Acceptance Leasing: Consider Promotions for Added Savings

Landon Boucher – MiTek USA: The Village at Madrone – Successful Collaboration through Design-MakeBuild

Val Hansen – BuyMetrics: Using AI to Find the Sweet Spot for Automation and Optimization

Lesko Financial Services: Economic Resilience Extends into the Second Quarter

Thomas McAnally – The JobLine: Placements for Subcontract Designers

Geordie Secord – Design Connections: What Will Customers Want, Need, and Pay to Have

Oran Thorton & William Babich –Alpine: Optimizing Truss Design

MiTek USA: Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Load For Habitable Attics

Caleb Knudson – Simpson Strong-Tie: Innovating from the Ground Up: Welcome to the Future!

Joe Kannapell – The Last Word How to Repair a Bridge Truss, or Any Sagging Truss

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Advertiser F Forum

Sugar Pills and Rocket Fuel

It never ceases to amaze me how “simple” things can become so complicated. I’m sure I’m not alone in this quandary – the feeling that you’ve stepped into a maze and now struggle to get out.

Simple Beginnings, Complicated Developments

Last spring, I started taking blood pressure meds. I had known taking something would be a good idea, but several years ago the side effects of beta blockers were so bad that I could only bear to take those pills for four days. Fast forward to 2023 and beta blockers are passé, so I got “ARBs.” To my surprise, they were great! Who knew? Apparently, what I thought was a normal way to feel is not how everyone feels. With a daily ARB, life was good…at first…

The Role of Quality Control

Yes, I knew these were the “rocket fuel pills” recalled in 2018 – the infamous deception that for years the suppliers knew the drugs were contaminated with a carcinogen used in rocket fuel. But because that happened five years ago, I assumed they had worked out all of the kinks. Apparently though, there are more kinks.

I was a few days into a refilled prescription when I realized I wasn’t feeling as well as I should. Hmm, my elbow is touching my ribs – why can I feel my heart beating so hard while I’m standing still? Hey, I just brought in some groceries and am trying to unpack them – why do I have to sit down quickly so I don’t black out? Could it be that this new bottle of pills is no better than sugar pills? Thankfully, I had a few from an older bottle in my purse, so I could test my theory. Bingo! The old pills work! So much for quality control – it’s still a problem.

Fighting the System

You would think the story ends there, but that was only the beginning. These are generic drugs, so it turns out that obtaining one brand over another is nearly impossible. I spent two days with several calls and visits to my pharmacy and my doctor’s office, desperate to obtain new pills not from the same Chinese manufacturer. At one point, the second pharmacist I spoke with identified another source and put an order for it into the system – but by the next day the computer overrode that and would only let me have another bottle of sugar pills! I ended up driving around to other pharmacies, getting treated badly but eventually buying one month of pills (which were not covered by insurance, because I couldn’t “return” the bad batch).

On the bright side, now my doctor has prescribed a new pill – it’s still an ARB but not the type from the rocket fuel recall. How much difference will there be between one bottle and the next of it? Only time will tell.

Monet DeSauw FWA 500 Floor Web Cutter

• Push Button Powered Blade Angulations

• Single Push Button Setting for 2 Blades per Side

• Electronic Digital Readouts

• Backup Mechanical Indicators

• Cuts 4 Angle Webs, Cantilever Webs (2 piece webs) & Square Blocks

• Magazine Lumber Feed for 3x2, 4x2 and 6x2 Lumber 12 1/2” to 48 1/2” Length Capacity (7” Minimum on Square Blocks)

• 60 Pieces per Minute

• (4) Internal 16” Blades & (1) External 16” Cut-Off Blade

• Pneumatic Blade Brake on External Blade

• Dust Hoods

• Belt Waste Conveyor (under saw)

• Add $4,300 for 12’ Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw)

• Add $2,100 for Extra Set of Blades

• 480 Volt / 3 Phase

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Linear Saw

• Automated (Truss Design Software Download) or SemiAutomated (Touch Screen Entry) Operation

• All Movements are Computer & PLC Controlled

• Comprehensive Setup Screens Display Each Piece with Setup Data

• 22” x 40 Tooth Blade on PAE Cut 1 or 2 Boards up to 20’ (2 Second Plunge Cut)

• Cut Chords, Webs, Rafters, Wedges & Stair Stringers

• Cut Long Scarfs by MultiPlunging

• Servo Positioning on Infeed, Angle & Outfeed Pusher

• Over Travel Protection

• Ink Jet Printer

• Lumber Optimization Program

• Belt Waste Conveyor

• 480 Volt / 3 Phase / 60 Amp

• Includes 5 Day Onsite Installation & Training

• Optional Monet DeSauw Live Deck, Bunk Feeder & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor FOB MO Call For Pricing

DeSawyer

2000 Automated Saw

• Touch Screen User Interface with Backup Mechanical Controls

• 3 Operating Modes: Auto, SemiAuto & Manual

• All 20 Axes of Movements are Computer & PLC Controlled

• Comprehensive Setup Screens Display Each Piece with Setup Data

• Anti-Collision & Optimizing Programming

• Auto Calibration Productivity & Time Tracking

• Maintenance Diagnostics

• Variable Speed Conveyor (0-50 Flights per Minute)with Powered Hold Downs

• (1) 30” x 80 Tooth Blade (27 3/4” Scarf on PAE)

• (4) 16” x 40 Tooth Blades (13 1/2” Scarf on Centerline)

• Pneumatic Blade Brakes on all 5 Blades

• 16 1/2” to 20’ Length Capacity (11” Minimum on Square End Blocks)

• Vibrating Waste Conveyor Under Saw

• 480 Volt / 3 Phase

• Includes 4 Day Onsite Installation & Training

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• Optional Live Deck, Label Printer, Ink Jet Printer, Catcher Display & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor.

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EZ-SET AUTO JIGGING EXCLUSIVE & PATENTED DESIGN

Automatic Truss Jigging System to drastically reduce setup times. Allows for 100% embedment on the table, with top & bottom chord pucks in the same slot. TopSider or standard configurations available for conventional kick-leg, walk-thru, or our new trackless 8' and 10' continuous table systems. Systems for other roller & hydraulic gantries are coming soon. Available in new machine installations or for retro-fitting your existing table. The TopSider is exclusively applicable for “kick or flip leg” style truss presses such as the Tri-Axis & Lumbermater®

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• Capable of 100% On-Table Nail Plate Embedment

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• 24", 26", and/or 30" Spacing

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Hain Systems Framer

The Hain Systems Framer (HSF) will help you build square and accurate wall panels for residential or commercial construction applications. It will help you cut building costs by saving time and improving your quality. It’s a reliable, efficient and proven system that features a ruggedly simple design. The HSF is based on a proven design with over 20 years of actual production use and maintenance experience. It comes fully assembled and is designed for portable job site framing or in-plant permanent installation. The table has many optional attachments and will support Mylar Tape wall layout or any other type of layout. The optional gun rails can also be retro-fit to any table.

Details:

Table Construction: Thick-wall Structural Steel Tubing, Jig Welded for Accuracy

Length: 5 feet (60”) to 60 feet (720”)

Height: 12 inches

Air Supply: 90 psi (10 CFM Air Flow Recommended)

Depth: 12 inches

Electrical Supply: 120 VAC

Powder Coat: Industrial Gray

Dimensions: Height: 43”

Length: 16’ or 20’

Width: Adjustable 8’ to 10’ or 8’ to 12’

Shipping Weight: 3000 lbs

If you are looking for the fastest, most consistent way to measure and cut your product, then the Hain Measuring System (MEA) is your answer. The MEA changes from one length t any length instantly, up to 60’, without changing the operator’s position on the line. It is also highly accurate (+/- .010) and quickly moves from one length to the next in seconds. The MEA is designed for quick and easy setup and is simple to use. Even a first time user will be productive with little or no training required. It can adapt to any saw and can be mounted to any surface so that you can integrate the MEA with your existing setup. The MEA is versatile allowing “left” or “right” handed operation and measurement in “feet and inches” or “inches” depending on your preference. The MEA is also available in a “Skid Mounted” version.

By Joe Kannapell

Wall Panel Technology, Part II: Panel Equipment Proliferates

The demand for wall panel equipment after World War II was unprecedented, even to this day. Industrialization was in the air, and factory-built wall panels became the gateway, even before roof trusses. Most of the action was in the affordable housing sector, driven by the mobile home, modular, and especially the prepackaged house manufacturers. And late in the game, by the 1970s, more truss plants joined the fray, as they understood the returns that could be earned by investing in specialized equipment.

The respondents came from all over the map, but one of the earliest was Homasote Company, a wall sheathing provider. In 1951, they introduced an integrated wall panel line, which had been inspired by their own experience during the War building wall panels for government housing. In fact, the government had commandeered all of the production of Homasote sheathing during the War, because it was made from recycled paper products so its production was not curtailed by rationing restrictions. To promote this advantage, Homasote developed a unique 2x2 wall and roof panel, which was sheathed on both faces with their sheathing boards. These lightweight panels were incorporated in the construction of 6000 housing units.1 Out of this experience came a purpose-built panel line.

This annotated graphic is but one of 45 elaborate drawings of Homasote’s patented panel system. Although the complexity of their approach is daunting, key elements would become essential parts of later systems. Homasote was a decade ahead of other serious entrants, who took a much more measured approach. And one of those stands out from the rest.

Jim Merrick entered the fray when a local mobile home manufacturer asked him to build a machine for fastening window frames together. This led Merrick to apply the technology used in air brakes to the task of driving nails, even before handheld pneumatic tools had been commercialized. Merrick’s rapid nailing tool gave him a leg up on other equipment suppliers, and his hands-on, conservative business approach set him on a steady, incremental approach to equipment development. In the late 1960s, he introduced a steady series of machines that automated the most basic wall

1 Brian Potter, Construction Physics, WW2 Era Mass-Produced Housing (Part 1)

framing tasks; stud-stitching, component nailing, and panel stapling. These could be bought one-ata-time, lowering the initial investment for buyers, but also pointing the way for follow-up purchases. Merrick’s approach garnered the business of some of the most successful, multi-plant operations, including National Homes and Ryan Homes. Nevertheless, during this heyday of panel equipment, they faced multiple competitors from truss plate, component saw, and nail gun businesses.

Shown in the chart are the main vendors of the 1960s and 1970s, although many more surfaced. But of all the entrants, few survived. What caused their demise after panelization was presumed to be a “sure-thing” early in the post-War period?

Henry Chambers, who ran the Imperial Components plant in Chicago, foresaw two of the main reasons in 1973, “I don’t think that the actual problem of constructing a wall panel is all that great, if you solve all the other problems ahead of time. Our problems stem from layout. Our layout man has to correct the problems inherent in the architectural drawing. Studs laid out (improperly) for drywall.” In other words, wall panels are relatively easy to build (even with no equipment) and house plans are lousy (and they still are). But software started to help.

Increase the value of the advanced component package you provide to builder customers with open web floor trusses.

Builders who partner with their component manufacturer to design their builds using floor trusses can gain efficiencies in shorter cycle times and reduced waste compared to I-Joists.

Are you ready to help builders design for floor trusses from the start? Talk to a MiTek Representative to get started.

Safety Speed Manufacturing Model 7400 XL Panel Saw

Safety Speed Manufacturing, model 7400 XL*, vertical panel saw, 3 HP induction motor, 64 inch crosscut, 2 1/8" maximum thickness, accuracy within 0.005 inches, 13 foot long welded steel frame with integrated stand and linear V-guides, enclosed counterweight system, adjustable vertical and horizontal rules. Quick changes from vertical to horizontal cutting. Includes machined aluminum material rollers, hold down bar, wheels, quick stop gauges and material hold downs. Dust collection ready. Options available include digital readouts for vertical cuts, automated length measuring, laser guide, stop bar, vacuum and midway fence. 208-230/460 volt, 3 phase electrical (208-230 single phase, 2 HP power optional +$100.00).

$14,499 Base, FOB MN. Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Introducing the Simpson Strong-Tie ® EasyFrame automated marking system. A combination saw and printer, EasyFrame cuts detailed wall panel framing members that are pre-marked for fast, accurate assembly. Designed for efficiency, EasyFrame prints framing plans directly onto lumber, including locations of boards, connectors, wiring and more. It can be paired with a manual or automated saw, and features a blade enclosure for safety. Powerful software also lets you ensure precision and optimize material use. EasyFrame is supported by our installation and onboarding services, training and technical expertise. It’s a smart way to equip customers for wall panel jobs while setting your business apart. Add EasyFrame to your lumber sales area. To learn more, visit easyframesaw.com or call ( 800 ) 999-5099.

Our expert service team are here for you! We provide one of the most comprehensive service networks in the industry. With 25+ service agents across the world, you’re assured of a Spida expert coming to site.

Cullen Ellis, Spida Product Specialist

How the Spida Wall Panel Line Capitalizes on Efficiency

As all prefabricated wall panel manufacturers know, you are always trying to predict the amount of wall panels required for your business daily. You need to know what their true cost is and when they will be delivered to your customer, and all of this needs to happen efficiently and on time. With a Spida wall panel line, we give you the ability to do this on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, because our software is up to the challenge!

Once you have our machinery in place, it becomes easy to determine how many lineal feet you will be achieving per shift, and then it allows you to target the areas of your line that might be letting your production numbers down. Improving your output today allows for continued growth and more market share.

Most workstations on the Spida wall panel/ frame line keep the operator in a small work zone, so the material – not the worker – is doing all the moving. This innovation creates a much leaner and more controllable process, and it lets the machinery do all the heavy lifting and work so that your staff can focus on building the walls.

All computer-operated Spida machines, with our outstanding software and processes, are very intuitive and easy to operate. Weeks of training are a thing of the past; employees learn how to properly frame a wall in a day or two as the majority of the thinking is done by our machinery. In these tough times when skilled labor is at an all-time low and attrition rates are going in the opposite direction, smart, safe machinery will give you an advantage now and well into the future. As the industry ebbs and flows bringing a work force back to full capacity using Spida machinery is far easier than having to train new workers how to manually frame and build walls – our machinery just doesn’t have a sick day or go on leave.

Our frame line is not the only smart start you need in your factory, coupling the frame line with a smart saw is just good thinking. Efficiency should be seen as much as possible through the entire process of building a wall panel – I constantly stress to those people looking to either get into wall panels or improve what they have that they should buy a saw with ink jet marking capabilities. Spida’s complete Sprint saw range gives you accurate cuts, component labeling, and labelled locations as well as utilizing some market-leading optimization software to reduce waste while keeping components in organized, usable bundles.

When paired with an extruder (the start of the frame line), it is not entirely necessary to mark the plates as the extruder provides accurate placement of all components. However, being able to mark locations for subcomponents such as cripples and jacks, without using a tape measure and in the blink of an eye, is invaluable. The operator at your subcomponent station now easily nails together complete door and window assemblies with no need for time-consuming layouts using a tape and pencil. You now have a worker with more time for other work!

Servo-driven, encoder positioning – of the frames and wall parts – coupled with precise and efficient pneumatic placement of nails gives accurate component locations and repeatable nail patterns. These features of the Spida extruder along with multiple safety features make the centerpiece of any Spida wall panel line able to provide a constant throughput of wall panels only limited by the operator’s ability to feed components into the machine. Coupled with stud feeding systems such as the curved conveyor and automated subcomponent in-feeds for windows and doors, this system gives you the ability to “feed the beast” and get the most out of your machine.

A new innovative clamping system, now available from Spida, allows the plate clamps to hover just over the plates, which further improves the speed and safety of the extruder. The development of the raked wall extruder is now also complete, allowing raking walls to be pulled through the machine, and the height automatically adjusts as the wall makes its way through the frame phase. We have a video on the website called Raking Framer, go and have a look for yourself.

The set and forget, file-driven sheather, with its “one touch activation,” enables an entire wall to nail off, without the operator being present. The operator simply loads the wall to the pins and presses go – returning only to unload the now sheathed wall and load the next wall into the machine. Just like the extruder, the Spida Sheather bridge is stationary, and the wall is pulled through the machine. This also gives Spida the ability to grab the stud from underneath – straightening out any bowed stud – before the gun runs, leading to a very low percentage of “shiners” which are present on other sheathing machines. The latest innovation to our Sheathing Line is now the integrated saws. The Sheather 5 Gun 2 Saw provides cutting tabs rather than complete cuts, making wall panels easier to transport and reducing waste at your factory as the cuts are punched out on the construction site.

Customers who have purchased a Spida Machinery Framing Line are often so pleased that they furnish their plants with multiple Spida lines. In fact, many of our customers have a raking line and a common wall framing line – the benefits of which are reflected in their production numbers. Producing numbers of 22–27 lineal feet of wall per man hour for interior walls and 11–15 lineal feet per man hour on exterior walls, including cutting and stacking for both interior and exterior – these are the numbers that make the Spida Framing line a very attractive proposition for anyone looking to get into walls or increase efficiencies in their current process.

Please reach out to one of our capable sales team so we can help you customize a line to fit your space and budget. www.spida.com

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Don’t just do it, nail it. It’s a brand new day in wall-panel production, with a whole new way of doing things better.

Terminailer®, a revolutionary, event-driven, nailing machine that completely defies any preconceived notions about sub-component assembly.

Terminailer all but shatters the stereotypical myth that subcomponent equipment is essentially peripheral – unimportant. And it does so by quickly and accurately driving far more framing nails in your wall panel jobs than ever before. Whether in your shop or in the field, one operator sets the pace for production and quality. And that reduces labor costs and other aspects of overhead.

Terminailer is an event-driven, sub-component assembler that will quickly and accurately drive 30% to 70% of the framing nails in any wall panel job. In your shop or in the field, one operator sets the pace for production and quality. The Terminailer functions independent of design software, requires zero set-up time when switching between any configuration, and requires no special operator training.

The Terminailer is easy to move around the shop so it’s location can evolve as your shop evolves. With all of the nailing occurring in the closed main chamber, nail injuries and nail location miss-fires are eliminated, making your plant that much safer.

With nearly ten years of development from people that know machinery it is assembled to exacting standards, well supported, and it is easily maintained with shelf-item parts. Terminailer: vetted, tested, and ready to drive maximum productivity for you. Be sure to check out our videos below for a quick review of this revolutionary machine!

One month after installing a Double Lumber PickLine to feed two TCT Linear Saws:

"We are getting 3,000 to 5,000 bdft more each saw, than we were getting before the install.

We have shut down one Cybersaw and one TCT chord saw.

This equals about 3 less people 10 hours, and 2 less forklifts 10 hours.

Overall, it is a major improvement to our operation. We hope to have the chance to run it two shifts to further accelerate the payback.”

Tom Hollinshed, Owner

By Purchasing TDC’s “Documented Best Practices,” Garnered from 100’s Companies and 20+ Years of Consulting Services, it is Possible to Significantly Improve Productivity, Quality, Employee Issues, and Net Profits Using the Most Advanced and Up to Date Lean Processes and Industrial Engineering with Virtual Support Instead of Onsite Visits.

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“...We enlisted Todd’s services, which have been widely recognized in the industry as an expert for improvement in all areas of the truss and wall panel manufacturing process.

Some of the areas that we saw an immediate improvement with Todd’s help were the time standards for proper truss fabrication labor estimation which is far superior to board footage units. Improvement in plant efficiency and production flow seemed to be Todd’s easiest areas to offer advisement that gave us immediate results that we are very pleased with.” (Complete Vernon testimonial and dozens of others are available on testimonial webpage.)

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Increase Profits and Lower Labor Costs with an Effective Incentive Program for Every Group

Too many get caught up in believing that any additional pay to employees is inherently costing the company more and should be avoided at every turn. If you believe this is the case, there is something you are overlooking. What may be lost is that when the total volume (productivity and sales) is increased, the added gross margin dollars to the company’s daily intake should far outweigh any perceived increased wage or bonus payout. Just review the gross margin dollars per labor hour ratios and if there is truly a gain in productivity, the gross margin dollars per labor hour will increase dramatically. The actual labor cost per sales dollar will drop, not increase. Investing in greater productivity through an effective incentive program is no different than investing in equipment that increases productivity.

Most would agree that it is wise to implement an effective incentive program (IP) that actually increases productivity and lowers costs. However, very few companies have implemented such an IP, especially one that affects every group within an organization, including production, design, sales, and support. TDC has found that the vast majority of IP productivity programs are not positively affecting their sales the way most GMs believe. This article highlights the key aspects of implementing an IP for all groups.

Effectiveness is Key — I must reemphasize the word “effective.” An IP is not effective if it does not actually increase productivity and lower costs on a consistent basis. According to industrial engineering consultants Mitch Fein and Fred Myers, most companies experience a more than 42% gain in productivity by properly measuring productivity, setting realistic goals, taking corrective action in response to unacceptable practices, and rewarding individuals. Fein and Myers emphasize that, if normal level output consistently equals an average value, anything beyond that value should split the cost of labor evenly between the employee and the company. For every dollar saved, 50 cents should be distributed to the employees and 50 cents should be saved for the company. Three things happen at once: The company’s costs are lowered, its total volume is increased, and the employees are rewarded for exceeding the average productivity level. Every company administrator should desire this mutually beneficial situation because it reduces the cost of labor and helps increase sales due to higher productivity. The other shocking aspect is that even if you gave back to the employees all the labor dollars saved, the gains in additional gross margin dollars would still make it worth the perceived additional labor cost expense.

Do Not Base on Large Groups — To motivate individuals to exceed the average output, one must keep in mind the individuals’ perspectives. Common sense indicates that an individual has a greater influence over one worker’s output than over that of a large group. Why would anyone believe that having a large group in the same IP pool would give an individual much influence? (1 of 30 vs 1 of 3)? You’re only fooling yourself if you think this does not have a big influence on the end results. Smaller groups have greater impacts on each group members’ motivation and effort.

Todd Drummond

Time the Payouts —The actual payout needs to occur on a timely basis so that the employees link the reward to the immediacy of their efforts. A once-a-year profit-sharing program does not influence daily output and should not be considered an IP. TDC suggests that IP has a meaningful effect when hourly employees are paid once per month and salaried employees may be paid monthly or quarterly.

Units of Measurement are Essential — Proper measurements are the hardest aspect of IP for most companies to tackle. Without proper, reliable measurements, your IP will fall apart before it begins. Always reward the behavior that you wish to influence. For each group, here are the measurements that TDC recommends:

• Production – Use man-minutes, R.E. or S.U.—nothing else! BF and piece counts do not work consistently for roof truss manufacturing. For further explanation, please see http://todd-drummond.com/time-standards/

• Sales – Use gross margin dollars (sales minus direct costs = gross margin). Why reward salespeople if the company does not gain from a sale? A sales commission and an IP are actually the same thing, but TDC recommends that they be based on gross margin, not total sales.

• Design – Generally, management has the most difficulty agreeing with what TDC recommends in this category, but if a company wants its designers to be properly motivated and to lower the direct cost of manufacturing, shop labor, and materials, designing prior to manufacturing is critical. Reducing costly errors should also be considered. TDC recommends a commission based on the total gross margin dollars the designer has created. More accumulated gross margin in dollars indicates greater output and reduced direct costs. (It’s simple.) A designer can save a company tens of thousands of dollars simply by properly optimizing each truss design, but optimization is always the first thing a designer forgoes when pressed for time.

• Support – Regardless of which individuals your support personnel are helping, this team shares in the actual incentive payout of the supported group. A simple flat percentage of that group’s payout works fine in most cases. Again, do not lump every support group together.

These are the basics of an effective IP that has already been used successfully in many component companies. If you think that IP is too difficult to maintain, if you have tried it unsuccessfully in the past, or if you need to implement other practices before you can implement an IP, allow TDC to remove all these superficial barriers. An effective IP should be part of every company’s ethos, as it can lower costs, increase capacity, and build better employee relations.

The TDC team is your best source for learning about proven and practical lean manufacturing best practices combined with industrial engineering principles to keep your company at the leading edge of competitiveness. No one is better at providing your team with proven results for good employee practices, pricing, truss labor estimation, and so many other best-in-class practices. TDC’s tailored solutions are for the client’s specific needs. Go beyond the typical software and equipment vendor recommendations for your operations and do what many have dared to do. Embrace the Drummond Method, and your company can experience cost savings, and net profit gains that usually take months or years can be accomplished in weeks or months, resulting in an average of 3 to 6 point net profit gains for CMs. All areas are addressed, not just manufacturing. Please do not take my word about TDC’s services, though. Read the public testimonials many current and past clients with decades of expertise and experience have been willing to give: https://todd-drummond.com/testimonials/.

Website: www.todd-drummond.com • Phone (USA): 603-748-1051

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PlanSwift Lumber & Bldg Mat

● Truss & Wall Panel Design Staff ● EWP Layouts and much more!

Dave Walstad - Panama City Beach, FL

Motor: HeavyDuty5HP-3phase-220vor440v(Pleasespecifywhenordering)

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BlockSizes: 2x4through2x12infiniteheightsettingtocenter

AirSupply: 100psi10CFM

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Spindles: AlloySteelpolishedandgroundprecisionshafting

Frame: 2"SteelWithPowderCoatFinish

Covers: 10Gauge(1/8"Thick)Aluminumremovable

Dimensions: Height-60inches,Width-33inches,Depth-33inches

Shippingweight: 750lbs.-(Includingcrate)

IntelliVIEW Suite Manage. Design. Build.

The industry’s most powerful integrated component design, engineering, and management software for steel and wood-framed structures.

iCommand

Manage projects, customers, materials, pricing & inventory

iModel

Design truss layout & profiles

iDesign

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iPanel

Design wall layouts, panelize, bundle, break & stack

eShop

Maximize crew productivity & improve manufacturing efficiency

The IntelliVIEW Suite is a fully integrated software solution for the layout and design of a building’s rough framing elements—including roof and floor trusses, wall panels, solid sawn, EWP, sheathing and various ancillaries.

The IntelliVIEW Suite provides the industry’s most complete analysis of the design, cost information and bill of materials—promoting increased profits by reducing plate and lumber use.

Ask those who know. They’ll tell you about the people at Alpine who make a difference.

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Hain Systems Framer

Safety Speed Cut Model 7000 Panel Saw

Safety Speed Manufacturing model 7000, vertical panel saw, 3 HP induction motor, 64 inch crosscut, 2 inch maximum thickness, accuracy within 1/64th of an inch, 10 foot welded steel frame with integrated stand and linear V-guides, enclosed counterweight system, adjustable vertical and horizontal rules. Quick changes from vertical to horizontal cutting. Includes machined aluminum material rollers, hold down bar, wheels, quick stop gauges and material hold downs. Dust collection ready. Options available include lower frame extensions, digital readouts, laser guide, stop bar, vacuum and midway fence. 208-230/460 volt, 3 phase electrical (208-230 single phase, 2 HP power optional +$100.00). $10,199 Base, FOB MN.

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he Hain Systems Framer (HSF) will help you build square and accurate wall panels for residential or commercial construction applications. It will help you cut building costs by saving time and improving your quality. It’s a reliable, efficient and proven system that features a ruggedly simple design. The HSF is based on a proven design with over 20 years of actual production use and maintenance experience. It comes fully assembled and is designed for portable job site framing or in-plant permanent installation. The table has many optional attachments and will support Mylar Tape wall layout or any other type of layout. The optional gun rails can also be retro-fit to any table.

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Length: 5 feet (60”) to 60 feet (720”)

Height: 12 inches

Air Supply: 90 psi (10 CFM Air Flow Recommended)

Depth: 12 inches

Electrical Supply: 120 VAC

Powder Coat: Industrial Gray

Dimensions: Height: 43”

Length: 16’ or 20’

Width: Adjustable 8’ to 10’ or 8’ to 12’

Shipping Weight: 3000 lbs

If you are looking for the fastest, most consistent way to measure and cut your product, then the Hain Measuring System (MEA) is your answer. The MEA changes from one length t any length instantly, up to 60’, without changing the operator’s position on the line. It is also highly accurate (+/- .010) and quickly moves from one length to the next in seconds. The MEA is designed for quick and easy setup and is simple to use. Even a first time user will be productive with little or no training required. It can adapt to any saw and can be mounted to any surface so that you can integrate the MEA with your existing setup. The MEA is versatile allowing “left” or “right” handed operation and measurement in “feet and inches” or “inches” depending on your preference. The MEA is also available in a “Skid Mounted” version.

MiTek Blade Infeed

Retrofit & Upgrade Solutions For Every Line!

Trackless Table Upgrades

An EIS Trackless Upgrade transforms your track on floor table to trackless, helping to keep work space clear for easy assembly of trusses on your tables!

Universal™ Table

Universal™ tables –expand any existing or discontinued line with WizardPDS® ready tables. Compatible with ALL table & gantry types… even discontinued models.

Retrofit a portion of your tables or a standalone workstation for Jack Truss production. ‘Double Jack Retrofit’ operates on both sides of the table, allowing assemblers to quickly build four or more trusses in half the space.

Don’t let outdated equipment limit your line’s potential! Keep your line running with WizardPDS® Retrofits & Upgrades, and achieve similiar efficiency as the newest press lines in the industry! Our automated options can breathe new life into any new, used, or discontinued line. Whether you aim to automate a section of your tables or upgrade your entire system, WizardPDS® Automation is equipped to manage any standard truss, short runs, complex jobs, and jack trusses effortlessly.

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LM I-Cut Package Cross Cut System

$116,995

Location: OH

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2017 LM Model “I-Cut” Package Cross Cut System S/N: 90917 – Heavy duty traveling saw carriage with a rigid engineered stationary steel frame to cut full-units of Wood-I’s, custom length studs, and other structural components. ( 48″x 52″ x 30′ maximum package). System includes: Saw Drive Assembly powered by a 15HP 220/460/575 3 Ph motor, 6″ DEP Stellite inlay saw bar, Automatic Bar/Chain Oiling System with a 3 Gallon reservoir, Take up assembly, and spring loaded idler wheel assembly, with vertical style saw bar drive assembly mounted using linear bearings, Electrical controls: NEMA 4 electrical enclosure, containing all necessary motor starters, relays and safety interlocks. All major electrical components are Allen Bradley industrial standard. Limit switches are mounted to turn off the saw motor at the bottom of the cut. Hydraulic Controls: Are powered by a 2HP Electric motor, directly coupled to a pump, return filter, relief valves, hoses and fittings. Options include: Laser Light, Digital Bi-Directional Readout, H.D. Waste Conveyors, single point dust collection (ducting only, cyclone unit not included)), high yield titanium carbide alloy saw bar.

System also includes a 2017 Double End-bump Rollcase S/N: 90817 as an integral part of package cutting. Hydraulically powered bed rollers are driven to pound the package of lumber against a reinforced steel face, to flush up one end that either eliminates or reduces end trims. System includes a full manual and all available spare parts. This unit serves an integral part of precision package cutting. The heavy duty steel fabricated main frame of the Rollcase is assembled with 10 bed rolls, machined from 5″ steel pipe. All ten (10) rolls are driven together with RC80 roller chain. Back up rolls are also mounted on the main frame to align the package squarely to the bumping surfaces. A hydraulic 40 gallon power unit delivering 20 GPM is used to power bed rollers that are driven to pound the package of lumber against a reinforced steel face, to flush up one end which either eliminates or reduces end trims. A variable speed drive allows for precision control during the bumping process. Includes 15 HP electric motor, motor starter, strainer, relief valve, return filter and all available accessories at the hydraulic unit. 230/460 volt, 3 phase electric power required.

The truss industry relies on 3rd party quality assurance services to provide random visits to review the plants Quality Assurance program along with their operations. If your plant needs to comply with the IRC, IBC and to those who depend on solid, experienced QA expertise, we ask you to consider selecting Timber Products Inspection, Inc. (TP) as your choice for 3rd party inspections.

Proudly serving the forest products industry for over 50 years, TP brings the expertise you need to ensure your business is successful. As a responsible partner, TP delivers to clients, employees, and the industries we serve the confidence to drive value through the effective use of our diverse professional team.

TP would like to welcome the following authorized agents to our inspection team, each of whom have many years of experience in the truss industry!

Al Coffman

Jean Hart

Curt Holler

Chuck Ray

Glenn Traylor

Elliot Wilson

If you have questions about how you can make this selection, please contact your authorized agent above or Glenn Traylor at 919-280-5905 or trusguy@gmail.com. https://www.tpinspection.com/ https://www.tpinspection.com/auditing-services/truss

By Glenn Traylor

How Do You Determine Fabrication Tolerances During Design?

How does a component manufacturer determine what fabrication tolerances should be used during truss design? To answer that question, we first need to clarify what is meant by “fabrication tolerance.” Per ANSI/TPI 1–2014, the guidance is

3.3.2 Fabrication Tolerance.

All Truss joints shall be designed using a fabrication tolerance specified by the Truss Manufacturer. The fabrication tolerance correlates to the quality control factor, Cq, as defined in Section 6.4.10.

Utilizing ANSI/TPI 1 to design trusses means that designers have available to them a calculation when they specify connector plates that is provided by their plate manufacturer. There are other software or manual methods that can be used to design trusses that are not provided by the plate supplier, but those situations are exceedingly rare. The fabrication tolerance calculation is built into the software, so it will automatically adjust the required plate size up to allow for flexibility in plate placement and defects in the plated area. The reason for this tool is that assembling a truss requires some latitude and room for adjustment depending on conditions and materials. Importantly, the following items should be considered:

1. Variations in lumber quality.

2. Impact of wane.

3. Variations in lumber dimensions.

4. Equipment capabilities.

5. Skills and development of truss builders.

6. End user expectations and job-specific requirements.

7. Component manufacturer reputation.

Variations in Lumber Quality

When evaluating lumber quality, lumber grading rules considerations should not be confused with fabrication tolerance. Grades are selected and calculated using design values. Member size and plate selection are determined using published values. While each grade of lumber has its own manufacturing tolerances, they can vary significantly between lumber manufacturers but should be controlled by grading rules and regulations. For more on design values, see the April 2023 article by David Conner, VP of Timber Products, Truss Design Value Comparison Tables

Impact of Wane

Wane is the most common non-conformance situation according to a recent evaluation of a cross-section of truss manufacturers I conducted. Wane can vary from lumber manufacturer to lumber manufacturer. It’s impacted by how closely the lumber is graded as well as their sources for raw materials and availability due to regional limitations. Component manufactures can control wane by culling lumber, buying from reputable suppliers, or specifying grade controls such as “prime” or other grades that intentionally limit wane. Selecting “better” grades generally costs more, so that has to be considered when deciding on cost vs. benefit. For more on this consideration, see my article on Is Perfect Lumber Required to Make Great Trusses?

Variations in Lumber Dimensions

Lumber grading rules allow for variations in lumber dimensions. Generally speaking, these controls are respectful of the products’ use, but that is not always the situation. An example is resawn lumber applications. Sometimes these lumber variations exceed the capability of specific assembly equipment capabilities but are still “on grade.” Lumber dimension variations will not affect fabrication tolerance directly, but they will impact member to member gaps and embedment.

Equipment Capability

Not all equipment is created equally. It can vary with age, maintenance, or design. An example is cutting on linear saws vs. component saws. Linear saws clamp closer to the cutting blade creating more accurate cuts. Component saws by design need to hold lumber farther from the cut and this can be significant with scarf cuts and shallow angle cutting, allowing for variations due to twist, bow, and lumber. This is apparent in variations in butt cuts and scissor bottom chord variations. Sometimes we should adjust our designs to suit our equipment and capabilities. For an article discussing design considerations, see Are We Designing Our Components to Benefit Our Truss Builders and End Users?

Skills and Development of Truss Builders

New plants, poorly supervised plants, and plants that do not utilize an effective 3rd party review process will experience more difficulties related to the skill level of their truss builders. Likewise, even new employees at efficient plants will face a learning curve. Thus, less knowledgeable builders and poorly managed workers may need more latitude and higher fabrication tolerances.

Component Manufacturer Reputation

End User Expectations and Job-Specific Requirements

Some end user customers and some municipalities require higher standards. Certain products may have significant variations in performance. An example would be town homes vs. custom-built homes vs. agricultural applications. A tile floor on a high-end home might have a significant flatness requirement. A stairwell advance to a second floor might have a line-of-sight performance requirement that limits variation in deflection. Even some church organizations have specific fabrication requirements which they will specify in their contract documents.

Some truss fabricators have built their business by making quality a “marketing strategy.” Years ago, North Carolina-based Shoffner Industries experienced phenomenal growth by focusing on quality and using the best materials available. Business decisions encompass calculations beyond simple math, and the role that reputation plays in those decisions will vary between companies.

The Bottom Line

Fabrication tolerances are not intended to make allowances for undergrade materials or damaged connectors, but sometimes higher tolerance needs can help determine the actions to be taken when resolving issues. The preceding list considers many issues that impact the decision of what tolerance to use, but the process of determining the fabrication tolerance is not simple.

So, what is the best way to make this decision? The decision of what fabrication tolerance to use should be based on a review of in-house inspections and critical plate inspections dictated by ANSI/ TPI 1. By reviewing this data, decisions can be made by adjusting tolerances based on compliance with these inspections. If most inspections rarely find issues, then the fabrication tolerance can be reduced. Doing this can result in reduced plate costs. If repeated inspection failures are found, then increase the tolerance slowly and witness the improvement.

In making a decision on fabrication tolerance during the design process, consider the following:

• Fabrication tolerance can vary from zero to the sky’s the limit.

• The higher the fabrication tolerance, the bigger the plate and the more you will spend on connectors.

• Using a higher fabrication tolerance may be a good insurance policy to reduce risk and improve fabrication non-conformance.

• Most CMs use two different fabrication tolerances, one for roof trusses and one for floors.

• Angulation tolerance should not be confused with fabrication tolerance. It is limited by +/-10° unless design requires a more restrictive angulation as specified by the truss designer or the design (see ANSI/TPI 1–2014 Section 3.7.3).

• Floor designs by nature are easier to control.

• The most common fabrication tolerance is remarkably high because, for the most part, the fabricator has not changed the default setting.

• A recommended tolerance goal is 5% for floors and 10% for roof trusses.

• Lasers can help CMs use lower fabrication tolerances.

• Older equipment might require higher fabrication tolerances.

• As training for truss builders and output improves, fabrication tolerance can be reduced with careful monitoring.

• When controls are lacking, or experience is limited, a higher fabrication tolerance such as 20% should be established until adjustments are made.

• Reliance on your 3rd party auditor and their regular physical presence to your facility goes a very long way in making your evaluation. For a discussion on selecting an auditor, see my article on Quality Assurance, Safety, and the Benefits of a Non-Biased Audit.

Determining the proper fabrication tolerances to use in your plant may not be a simple calculation, but this guidance should help you make informed decisions.

An ANSI/TPI 1 3rd Party Quality Assurance Authorized Agent covering the Southeastern United States, Glenn Traylor is an independent consultant with almost four decades of experience in the structural building components industry. Glenn serves as a trainer-evaluator-auditor covering sales, design, PM, QA, customer service, and production elements of the truss industry. He also provides project management specifically pertaining to structural building components, including on-site inspections and ANSI/TPI 1 compliance assessments. Glenn provides new plant and retrofit designs, equipment evaluations, ROI, capacity analysis, and CPM analysis.

Glenn Traylor

Structural Building Components Industry Consultant http://www.linkedin.com/in/glenntraylor

4,001,398

That’s the total trigger count from all six nail guns combined on an installed Terminailer.® For a machine that was a little over two years old, that is a big number; a real tribute to the durability of the machine’s components and engineering.

Yes, that number represents a pretty darn impressive mechanical milestone to be sure, but what is really impressive is that human hands were saved from millions of repetitive motions and potentially costly nailing accidents.

With just a sole operator, Terminailer drives a whole lot of improvement in efficiency and output. This amazing sub-component assembler quickly and precisely drives 30% to 70% of the framing nails in any wall panel job—be it batch, or just–in–time production. All with no complicated training, software or set-up time required when switching configurations. Add increased safety and easy maintenance with off-the-shelf parts, and you can see why Terminailer should be driving greater productivity in your plant.

Terminailer® and Terminailer XP Put things together like never before.

2021 Powermatic Model 511 Panel Saw 2021 Powermatic model 511 panel saw.

Vertical panel saw features a powerful 3HP worm-drive motor which rotates in the carriage, adding the versatility to perform rip cuts. The solid aluminum rollers assure smooth feeding of stock and perfect 90° cuts every time. This saw will handle panels up to 5-ft tall in unlimited length. Includes horizontal and vertical scales and casters for mobility, the counterweight system keeps the saw carriage in the desired position when loading or unloading panels. Features dual 4″ dust collection ports with nylon brush surrounding the blade for superior dust collection from the front and the rear side of the panel. 115v, 1-phase electrical required.

$6,799 FOB AZ

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765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

2023 Northfield Model 410 Upcut Saw NEW 2023 Northfield model 410 upcut saw available for immediate shipment. 90/90 degree cuts to 4″ x 10″ capacity (fence forward position) to 2″ x 14″ (fence rearward position). Saw is configured for material from left to right, with 3″ x 6″ air operated cylinder, filter, regulator, lubricator, 10 HP motor, enclosed steel base with cast iron table, magnetic starter and adjustable operating speed from 20 to 60 CPM. Includes optional two-palm controls, additional 4″ dust outlet, NEMA 12 electrics with fused disconnect and two 18″ diameter 60 tooth blades with 1″ diameter bore. 460 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$18,630 FOB MN

Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

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2008 Alpine PF90 Wall Panel Saw 2008 Alpine PF 90 wall panel cutting and marking system. 3.5″ x 12″ maximum cutting profile, Inkjet option, cuts to 16 ft long. From the OEM’s literature, “Effortlessly handles two of the most critical and difficult processes in any wall panel operation – plate cutting and panel layout. At the rate of 1,000 linear feet per hour or more, uses data from the design software and accurately marks stud, cripple and jack locations, job and panel number, subcomponent and window/door locations, and even sheathing locations on both top and bottom plates simultaneously with ink-jet printing.

$8,499 FOB NY

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Monet DeRobo Linear Saw

New, DeRobo linear saw by Monet organizes "fill" boards to increase optimization of each board, can produce unlimited scarf cuts, cuts 1 or 2 boards at a time and cuts webs, chords, wedges, rafters and open-stair stringers. Works with all major connector plate manufacturer's software. Features include 22 inch blade, left-to-right feed direction standard, lumber push and pull grippers for more accuracy, ink marking on the 1 1/2" face of the incoming boards and small piece capture and delivery to the front of the saw for easy access. Infeed deck and bunk feed are shown as options only. 480 volt, 3phase.

www.woodtechsystems.com

We’ve got a number of products available now – saws, tables, wall assembly and roof truss assembly machines. Plus, we’ve got some of our popular Rolsplicer and Automated Apollo Saws, which can be delivered soon.*

*Subject to availability

$315,000 Location: MO

New, Monet DeSawyer 2000, computerized, five-bladed component saw, sets up in 15 to 17 seconds, can run in manual mode, downloads projects from a network or manually using display screen controls. Features all powered movements, cuts from 15" 90/90 cuts to 20 foot length, 2 x 3" to 2 x 12" lumber depths and internal brakes are standard. Options include enhanced servo controls featuring autocalibration, catcher's display and either shaker or belt scrap conveyor and incline. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical.

Imagine using software that works the way you do.

Bring everything into view with Simpson Strong-Tie® Component Solutions® software. Driven by customer input, it’s designed to support the way you actually work. CS Director™ streamlines project management and collaboration from quote to invoice. CS Truss Studio™ is an intuitive truss layout solution that designs components and specifies connectors and fasteners. CS EWP Studio™ combines 3D layout, member design and material reporting for engineered wood products. Backed by our expert service and support, these open-platform tools integrate with popular industry systems and extensions, so you can move ahead with greater ease, control and efficiency.

Design, specify and manage with one software suite. To learn more, visit go.strongtie.com/componentsolutions or call (800 ) 999-5099.

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Truss Design & Estimating Manager

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Our client is a growing floor and roof truss manufacturing company who provides high quality trusses, lumber, and provides responsive and exceptional customer service. Skilled and educated, the Truss Design Manager works full-time hours in the office. This position collaborates with sales, dispatch, estimating and production teams to ensure designs are successful and properly delivered to customers.

• At least five years of truss design experience and two years of design management experience; or seven years of combined education and experience.

• Experience managing truss design projects preferred.

• Great leadership skills to deliver clear and consistent feedback to their team members.

• Deadline management.

• Ability to articulately write reports and correspondences.

• Mathematical skills in all units of measurements using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages and ratios.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Prior experience using truss planning and designing software.

• MiTek experience is required.

• Coding and IT knowledge is a plus.

• Superior communication skills to deliver messages effectively and efficiently.

Compensation: Salary $130-150k DOE.

Complete benefits schedule is available for review to qualifying candidates.

Relocation assistance and interim housing expenses are negotiable.

Edmond Lim, P.Eng. LimTek Solutions Inc.

AAn Extreme Plant Makeover in Pictures

re you crazy? We are not going to move our saw! We cannot afford to shut down for weeks to turn things upside down. Those are words I’ve heard more than once, but it turns out I am not crazy. Saws can be moved and the process improvement can be accomplished in days and not weeks.

Moving saws inside the building so they are positioned at an outside wall will free up valuable plant space and increase sawing efficiency by reclaiming saw idle time with a Lumber PickLine. Don’t believe me? Check out my article from last May, Incremental CapEx and Accelerated ROI.

Many truss plants are shoe-horned into existing buildings with many constraints. Moving saws and feeding saws with Lumber PickLines sounds extreme, but it can be accomplished with accelerated ROI due to the ongoing operating cost savings and increased truss production after the extreme plant makeover.

An extreme plant makeover, done in two phases, was captured in my article on Threading the Needle with a High Rise Lumber PickLine. Adding a RetroC component saw was phase one (5 days) followed by phase two (4 days) when we moved a linear saw from deep inside the plant to the outside wall, allowing it to be fed from the same lumber PickLine as the phase one RetroC saw.

Need more convincing? Here are some revealing before and after photos.

BEFORE – Blade in the middle of the plant directly in front of the tables is good for just-in-time, however, it’s not enough buffer and the material staging area in front of the tables is not conducive to truss building.

AFTER – Still just-in-time to the tables, however, with more efficient material staging and collated cut pieces spread out in front of the tables which has increased truss production.

BEFORE & AFTER – It’s easy to see how congestion in the material staging area is alleviated.

BEFORE – All saw cutting material in-feed was accomplished inside the building.

AFTER – A Lumber PickLine utilizes the previous forklift path, resulting in significant operating cost savings and increased material handling efficiency.

BEFORE & AFTER – Not only does the added Lumber PickLine maximize space, this Double PickLine accelerates the ROI by feeding two automated saws from the same bunks of lumber.

When you’re ready to Feed Your Beast and see these efficient and effective systems for yourself, let us know! Inside and out, LimTek Process Organization Technology will help you squeeze out more truss production and deliver quality trusses with shorter lead times to better service your customers by organizing your truss fabrication processes to maximize your investment in automation. https://limteksolutions.com/#solutions

Monet FWA 500 CA Automated Floor Web Saw

In answer to the demands of high-volume customers comes the Monet DeSauw FWA 500 CA (Automated Controls) floor web saw. The 500 CA is perfect for component manufacturers who routinely run floor trusses in high volumes with variable web geometry. Another primary feature is enhanced safety through automation which eliminates the need to open the saw motor cabinets other than for periodic service. The 500 CA includes automation for all blades, including the fixed cut-off blade for minimal waste. Lumber infeed speed is variable up to sixty (60) boards per minute, while the powered carriage utilizes rack and pinion drive with airlock for set accuracy throughout the production run. Your operator will easily download batches to the 500 CA saw from your design software via an ethernet connection to a MS Windows 10 industrial PC with a 17″ monitor housed in a stand-alone console. If you frequently batch floor web cutting, and if enhanced safety with increased productivity are a concern, then an automated Monet FWA 500 CA may be the right selection for you. Mofe information Here

IT’S LIKE ACQUIRING SUPERPOWERS WITHOUT HAVING TO WEAR A SKINTIGHT LYCRA® SUIT.

Whether it’s increasing efficiency, productivity and safety or surpassing ambitious goals, you’ll feel like you can do practically anything with automated solutions from House of Design. Our collaborative process ensures solutions uniquely suited to your needs, all created with an eye toward maximizing the productivity of your offsite construction facility. From roof and floor pre-plating, floor truss systems, wall panel openings and framing, to our automated material distribution systems and solutions for modular factory builds. You’ll discover new ways to dramatically improve your process and throughput. Fully automated lines or modular cell applications, House of Design has a solution for you that’s nothing short of, well, super. Contact our informative team at Wood Tech Systems today to learn more.

New Monet DeSawyer ESC (Servo Controlled) Component Saw

Monet DeSauw model Desawyer ESC enhanced servo-controlled ( ESC) component saw with touch screen user interface with backup mechanical controls. Includes three operating modes: Auto (download setups from LAN or USB), Semi-auto (touch screen setup entry), and Manual (backup push-button switches for powering all movements). Includes over-travel protection, comprehensive setup screens, auto sequencing, auto-calibration and pneumatic brakes on all five () blades. One (1) 30” blade and four (4) 16” blades. Manual cut limits are 18” min., 11” min. square edge blocks, 20’ max cut. Belt under-saw waste conveyor. Voltage: 480 volt/3 phase/60 Amp. Air: 50 PSI at 5 CFM. One-year warranty included. Can be paired with a model PD-6 lumber feed system at an additional cost. Heavy duty 80 RIV chain feed system. 16’ wide x 20’ long x 36” deck height. Transfers 3’ to 20’ lumber. Includes auto-feed control, foot pedal override, forward & reverse, variable speed control with HD double-bearing construction. Other additional-cost options include, inkjet marking, label printing, backside screen display, spare blades and incline scrap conveyor.

$349,900 FOB MO

AUTOMATED PANEL SAW AUTOMATED PANEL SAW

& the 5 HP price is $6,993. Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Safety Speed Manufacturing, model 7400 XL*, vertical panel saw, 3 HP induction motor, 64 inch crosscut, 2 1/8" maximum thickness, accuracy within 0.005 inches, 13 foot long welded steel frame with integrated stand and linear V-guides, enclosed counterweight system, adjustable vertical and horizontal rules. Quick changes from vertical to horizontal cutting. Includes machined aluminum material rollers, hold down bar, wheels, quick stop gauges and material hold downs. Dust collection ready. Options available include digital readouts for vertical cuts, automated length measuring, laser guide, stop bar, vacuum and midway fence. 208-230/460 volt, 3 phase electrical (208-230 single phase, 2 HP power optional +$100.00).

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With a Terminailer XP, it takes only one person to drive between 30% and 70% of the framing nails in any given job . And all this nailing is done within a secure enclosure, so your people are protected from costly nailing injuries while eliminating literally millions of repetitive motions ( 4,001,398 repetitive motions to be exact , judging from the total nail count tallied recently on a two year-old Terminailer XP).

That’s a lot of nails successfully installed to be sure, and a lot of debilitating repetition your workers’ hands are spared, without any complicated training, software or lengthy setup time required.

Developed by people who know wall panel production, Terminailer XP boasts multiple repeat buyers, 20-plus machines performing exceptionally in the field and tens of millions of nails installed. Thoroughly field-proven, Terminailer is ready to drive greater productivity for you. Contact us today for more information.

Carl Villella, CLFP President, Acceptance Leasing & Financing Service

Consider Promotions for Added Savings

As you look to finance new or used equipment for your business, look beyond just the interest rate to find opportunity.

Traditional banks may have their “Loan Sales,” but brokers can provide promotions offered by their numerous funding sources that far outshine what a bank can offer.

Recently, we highlighted a “No Pay, Low Pay” promotion. Under this promotion, the borrower was not required to put any money down at the start of financing (as opposed to a first and last payment), and for the first 90 days, only a $99 payment was required! The promotion included transactions as high as $250,000, subject to credit approval.

For those experiencing long lead times in the delivery of equipment, the ability to limit cash flow up-front and a 90-day period with only a minimal payment is a huge advantage.

Promotions are not the only perks that we can offer. There are “everyday” advantages, too. One example is our “Application Only” financing process. It entails a one-page application and providing three months of bank statements. No personal financial statements or debt schedules are required, and approval is often reached in a day.

We invite you to call us at 412 262-3225 to learn about the promotions and lending programs available to you as you consider your borrowing options. Whether you’re new to the business world or a well-established company, we have a lending program for you with the best rates and terms available. We look forward to working with you!

We are Acceptance Leasing and Financing Service, Inc. We are in our 32nd year of business in 2024. Established in 1992, we pride ourselves on our Certified Leasing and Financing Professional designation. We are a member of SBCA and a frequent attendee of the BCMC tradeshow. We can provide financing for any new and, regardless of age, used equipment.

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The Village at Madrone –Successful Collaboration through Design-Make-Build

Developed by Jemcor Properties, The Village at Madrone is a 249-unit, 320,000 sf affordable housing development located in Morgan Hill, CA consisting of 14 building types with 3 floors of framing and a

community clubhouse. Structural Engineering was led by NIC Structural Engineering Consultants. Under the expertise of firm Principal Dr. TJ Eimani, PhD, SE, they have successfully completed numerous large-scale developments in residential, hospitality, and other sectors. A key attribute of NIC is their ability to effect positive outcomes for their clients through careful planning and coordination with all stakeholders of a project. Due to the size and scale of this project, KTGY Architecture and Planning knew they needed an SE firm well equipped to take on the challenges that lied ahead, assisting them with carrying out their vision for this new community.

Structural Engineers have one product they sell to their clients, Construction Documents. If the structural plan set includes building materials that are unavailable, difficult to install, or add some other burden to the project, whatever value existed in their thoughtfully organized CDs is lost. Structural Engineers are bombarded with phone calls, emails, and, by far the worst, unannounced visits by salespeople all promising the same thing: better product, lower cost. Rarely are these

promises ever fulfilled. Thankfully for NIC Structural Engineering Consultants, when they were approached by a contractor to consider using MiTek’s Posi-Struts in design of a new multifamily project, they knew they were dealing with a brand they could trust.

MiTek has a long history of structural innovations, dating all the way back to 1955 when an engineer named John “Cal” Jureit invented and patented the Gang-Nail connector, the first metal punch-tooth connector plate for wood trusses. Many innovations have followed since then and MiTek’s role in the industry has broadened, but their core purpose has remained the same. MiTek exists to solve problems. Today they have come to recognize this method of problem solving as DesignMake-Build. This methodology brings value to the building industry by unlocking the potential of off-site construction solutions. When the right people, process, and products are utilized, off-site construction will reduce construction schedules, reduce waste, require fewer resources, and provide better outcomes for all involved.

Posi-Strut is not a new innovation from MiTek. It has been used quite regularly across Europe, Australia, and other markets for decades as a valuable addition to the off-site construction segment. Its use in the U.S. however has been infrequent, mainly due to a lack of awareness surrounding the product. Traditional floor trusses offer tremendous value to a construction project. However, sometimes the depth allowed within the floor cavity is so minimal that a traditional floor truss loses some of its value by decreasing the open web area. For instance, a 14” traditional floor truss will provide at best 9” diameter of clearance when running through a floor truss panel. That figure can decrease across the span of the truss depending on where the wood webs are located and the size of the required connector plate. Now, of course a boxed-out chase can always be designed into the truss, but that requires the design team to know early on precisely where that duct will be routed.

This decreased value of traditional floor trusses at shallow depths (14” and under) is what has caused some building designers to consider alternative options such as solid sawn lumber and engineered wood products (EWP). Solid sawn lumber and EWP both contain their own features and benefits that bring value to a project. However, if multiple mechanical and other utility lines are going to be routed through the floor, an open web solution is the logical choice. Further, if that floor has a shallow depth, this is where PosiStrut trusses make the most sense.

Drop ceilings and soffits commonly utilized in conjunction with shallow depth floor systems are an expensive, and often unsightly, addition to a design. If space is limited and multiple utility lines need to be routed through the floor framing, they can seem unavoidable. Thankfully,

there is a better way. MiTek Posi-Struts are the ideal solution due to their shallow depths and unique web design using light-gauge steel that maintain a consistent open web space throughout the span of the truss. Like traditional floor truss technology, chases can be used with Posi-Strut, multiple end conditions can be utilized, etc. However, unique to Posi-Strut is the ability to maintain a larger, consistent, and pre-determined open web dimension throughout the span of the truss.

When talking about trusses, it’s important to make known who manufactures them and the important role they play in the entire process. Trusses are designed and fabricated by component manufacturers (or CMs for short). They do this in careful coordination with the core members of the design team. This list would typically include the architect, structural and mechanical engineers, and contractors. Worth noting is that while the technology that enables this segment of the industry is developed and managed by MiTek (among others), the way this technology gets implemented for each project is up to the CM. They are independent entities, and their business models can vary widely. When selecting a CM for a project, it’s important to evaluate their capacity, design process, project management capabilities, past experiences with other customers, and of course what is included/excluded from their bid. If all these things align with the objectives of a given project, then you know you have the right partner to help move it forward.

The CM is more than just a supplier. When functioning correctly, they are a true partner in the success of a project from design to fabrication (or “make”) and through completion of build out. For the Village at Madrone project, the developer found that partnership in the leadership team at NorCal Lumber and their customer, West Coast Framers. General Manager of Truss Operations, Russ Somervill stated, “The selling point for us and what really helped persuade Jemcor to work with us was our commitment to live out our values. We believe our people are our greatest asset. That philosophy extends beyond our employees to our customers and into the communities we serve. We know our markets. We’ve worked with many of the same engineers for years in the Northern California region and we’ve established a proven track record with them. They speak well of us and that speaks volumes to a developer.”

Like all projects, success is dependent on having all the right team members. However, if all the right people are involved but collaboration is limited, so will be the success. This is where MiTek makes the difference. MiTek is the enabler that brings together all stakeholders to engage collaboratively toward positive outcomes. It was through this collaborative effort that full optimization of the framing package was realized, including the use of a panelized wall system, roof trusses, efficient utility routing, and top chord bearing Posi-Strut floor trusses which eliminated the need for a great deal of costly rim board and hangers while allowing for a simpler and more efficient framing system from floor to floor.

Through the collective efforts of the entire Design-Make-Build team, The Village at Madrone is now complete and ready to start housing local residents.

Maximize production with integrated off-site technologies

Increase the productivity of your component manufacturing operation with the latest off-site solutions and prefabrication technology. From software that manages many aspects of your business to machinery that maximizes your output, MiTek is committed to the growth of your business and the industry. Together, we’re unlocking the power of off-site construction. Together, we are innovating to meet the needs of an evolving market. Are you ready to maximize productivity of your operation? Talk to a MiTek Representative to get started.

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Consider the BENEFITS of Membership

The MSR Lumber Producers Council (MSRLPC) represents the interests of machine stress rated lumber producers in the manufacturing, marketing, promotion, utilization, and technical aspects of MSR and MEL lumber. Suppliers, customers, and professionals may join as Associate members to enjoy:

• Online Marketing

• Networking Opportunities

• Reliable Market Data

• Education

“There is no question that the MSR Lumber Producers Council meetings are worth your time to attend. The information you will receive from the guest speakers and members of the Council is unparalleled!”

—Sean Kelly,

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Used - 2005 Model 305 Infeed Conveyor Designed for use with all component saws. To include: Soft Start ~ Soft Stop Inverter System. Programmable load sensing; Overload / Jamb sensing shut down feature. Gear motor providing conveyor speed of 36' per minute. Forward and reversing controls for location at both ends of conveyor unit. Material capacity range - 4' through 24' lumber. Chain deck pedestals 20' long with cross bracing. Staging area at the saw independent of the live deck system. 30,000lb. Deck capacity. Call for pricing

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By Valerie Hansen BuyMetrics Inc

Using AI to Find the Sweet Spot for Automation and Optimization

Today, as an industry, we build faster, cut faster, design faster – thanks to technology and the automation it enables. The offsite construction industry is built on smarter design, more efficient fabrication. Whether in the office or on your plant floor, automation is very much a part of how work gets done. And, the need for efficiently produced housing has never been greater.

The component industry uses four types of AI today:

• Assisted Intelligence: AI systems that assist humans in making decisions or taking actions. Hard-wired systems that do not learn from their interactions. (Hardwired systems, human in loop)

• Augmented Intelligence: AI systems that augment human decision making and continuously learn from their interactions with humans and the environment. (Adaptive systems, human in loop)

• Automation: Automation of manual and cognitive tasks that are either routine or non-routine. This does not involve new ways of doing things – it automates existing tasks. (Specific systems, no human in loop)

• Autonomous Intelligence: AI systems that can adapt to different situations and can act autonomously without human assistance. (Adaptive systems, no human in loop)

In fact, a single system may use one or more types of AI in its different processes. My company, a commodity (lumber) purchasing platform, has used algorithms to ascertain (learn) differences between a requested item and quoted item, imputing and applying adaptors to produce synthetic market values for every item, every offer – without human direction/intervention – more than 15 million times (autonomous intelligence). This type of AI is not new, but it’s remarkably effective. The purchase decision (BUY) is made by a human buyer (assisted intelligence), executed by a machine on a network (automation). Experienced buyers save 1/3 of their time and reduce lumber cost 2%–4%. See my November article, ROI: Turn Your Largest COST (Lumber) into a Profit Driver, for a calculation of the savings using SBCA data.

A Legacy of Change and Innovation

Producing more for less is critical to home building today and for future generations. The truss and components industry was founded on innovation and automation. Today the imperative is to keep innovating, automating/ optimizing production, minimizing cost. Technology is the link between data and automation. Innovative people applying innovative technology is the future of the industry.

Valerie Hansen is the Founder and Chairman of BuyMetrics Inc. She is a 45-year industry veteran and the former owner/ CEO of Custom Components Company, Racine, WI (sold 2008). From 2000–2019, she earned 21 U.S. patents for inventions in the technical areas of finance and data management. Privately serving industry-leading CMs since 2000, the BuyMetrics® commodity procurement platform automates and informs the purchase of lumber and other volatile commodities.

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• 25 Ton Press with 9" x 16 1/2" Platen

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• 2 Each - Partial Mark-8 Mono-Presses (For Parts - No C-Clamp)

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• 48 Each - Partial Pedestals (missing electrical boxes and/or magnets)

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• Dual 5 HP / 3 Phase Gear Motors

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• 4 Each - Stacking Zones, Master Control Panels, Automation Kits and Remote Controls

• Outfeed Truss Rollers with Control Panel (12 Powered & 11 Non-Powered Rollers)

• 2 Each - Truss Stack Rollers with Contol Panel (8 Four Roller Sections on Each Side of the Outfeed Rollers)

• 8 Each - Pop-Up Stripping Posts

• 2 Each - Outside Stack Rollers (4 Four Roller Sections)

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Roof Truss Stacker

Bi-Directional, 4-Zone system features 14 low-profile booms (seven each direction) combined with an integrated Smart Roller Conveyor featuring 27 (11 powered / 16 idle) pedestal conveyor rollers aprox 4.5″ dia, x 13′ 2″. Conveyor and booms combine to stack trusses on both sides in multiple stations depending on truss length (truss lengths from 15′ to 60′). Each hydraulic boom has a lifting weight of 180 lbs, and a cycle time of 45 seconds. System features Pop-up pneumatic truss stripping posts for quick adjustment for different truss configurations. System includes (4) multi-function remote wireless controllers, and electrical control panels. Includes the Truss Stack Transfers (low-profile) powered/Idle rollers qty: 34 idle / 34 powered with two (2) control panels. System is installed inside a climate controlled facility and is in excellent working condition, 480v, 3Ph power required.

$874,990 FOB WI

Economic Resilience Extends into the Second Quarter

By The Lesko Financial Services Team

The first quarter of 2024 ended on a positive note, which hopefully will prove to be a solid foundation for the remainder of the year. Despite lingering inflation, the U.S. economy continued to show resilience and added increasing optimism for the much-sought-after “soft landing.”

By now, predictions of a recession have mostly receded, and indications of growth have fueled rallies on Wall Street. The latest word from the Federal Reserve, confirming three interest-rate cuts over the next nine months, pushed stocks to historic highs by the end of March. The DJIA, the S&P 500, and the Nasdaq all soared to historic highs at the end of the first quarter.

In addition to the anticipated relief on rates, at least part of this rally can be attributed to ongoing investment and excitement over new developments in AI. Other sectors also showed growth. Oil rallied and gold reached historic highs. Job growth remained mostly strong. Corporate profits were also up. Economic analysts are now forecasting 2% growth for this year.

One big drawback that remains is housing. Mortgage demand has plummeted due to high rates while low inventory continues to push prices out of reach for many first-time buyers. Rents in some markets have risen much faster than inflation and have added to household budget struggles.

Looking Ahead to Q2

At the beginning of Q2, many financial analysts believed the Fed would make good on its prior promise of three interest rate cuts this year. However, with March inflation numbers coming in higher than expected, those hopes were quickly dashed. The latest consensus is that the Fed will not lower rates until at least September and there might be only one, if any, additional reduction prior to 2025.

Other Possible Headwinds

The job market is still strong but has experienced a few wobbles and modest wage growth can be a factor in ongoing inflationary pressures. Consumer spending was robust through last year but there are signs that it may be softening as well.

In addition, with reserves accumulated during the pandemic now mostly depleted, many consumers are feeling the pinch. Credit card debt has reached an all-time high in the U.S. and credit card rates have soared as credit scores have declined.

The hope is that as the economy continues to grow and relief on interest rates becomes a reality, many of these concerns can be addressed.

Still, an optimistic outlook, even if tempered, is welcome as we head into the second quarter of the year. We’ll continue to look for signs of steady growth and offer guidance and perspective on the latest developments along the way.

Here at Lesko, we’re proud to be celebrating over 75 years of serving the local community. As we continue to build on this foundation, we’re committed to keeping our focus on our customers while expanding our services and growing our terrific team. Our advisors are ready and available to review your situation and answer your questions to help you stay on track with your financial goals this year.

“We’ve been using MSR pretty much since day one when SCS was founded in 1987. It’s a crucial element for roof and floor trusses, especially with today’s challenging designs for residential and commercial construction. By using MSR, we reduce the overall fiber required for the design of our products. For example, a top chord on a roof truss might require 2x6 if only #2 is available but that can often be replaced with a 2x4 in MSR.”

—Dave Kipp, Structural Component Systems (SCS), MSRLPC member

Consider the Benefits of Membership

The MSR Lumber Producers Council (MSRLPC) represents the interests of machine stress rated lumber producers in the manufacturing, marketing, promotion, utilization, and technical aspects of MSR and MEL lumber. Suppliers, customers, and professionals may join as Associate members. Members enjoy reliable market data and opportunities for education, networking and online marketing.

TruStance Portable Field Repair Press

This is the first, self-contained, truly portable FRP unit used to press metal truss plates into dimensional lumber at virtually any location. Wood component (roof and floor truss) manufacturers, as well as builders, frequently require a tool to repair metal plate connected, wood truss components. The complete unit is mounted to a wagon built from square tubular steel. Extremely compact at only 28” wide and about 32” long the wagon features four wheels on soft-rubber solid tires, and a steering axle on the front with a handle that makes the unit easily maneuverable. The wagon contains the hydraulic power unit and an area for a portable gas generator. A rack in the back securely stores the C clamp, a standard 25′ hydraulic hose, and an electric power-supply cable. The clamp is manufactured from T1 steel, cut into a C-shape with a steel tube welded to the front that securely holds the hydraulic cylinder. Pressing is easily performed with a 4×4 magnetized steel platen that holds and presses the truss connecter plates. The C-clamp that weighs less than 30 pounds, features a throat that opens to 4-1/2” inches to accept either 4 x 2 or 2 x 4 lumber. It has a push on and release off switch to cycle the unit. A 10,000-psi electric-over-hydraulic power unit pumps hydraulic fluid through a 10,000-psi hose to activate a 10-ton hydraulic cylinder with a 3.9 inch stroke. The unit can be powered by 120v electric power or an optional 120v, 2200-amp, gasoline powered generator, which can also act as a portable power supply out in the field for other single-phase equipment.

• Pressing Capability: 4.5” throat opening presses 2×4 through 4×2, includes a standard 25-foot, HD 10,000 PSI hose, with a 10 TON, 4”x4” magnetized pressing plates

• Electric/Hydraulic: SPX Hydraulic Technologies – Rockford, IL USA 10,000 PSI / 700 BAR. 10 ton pressing capability

• Power Source: 110V Dual Power via outlet plug in and/or optional gas-powered inverter generator at an additional price. Optional generator is a Honda EB 2200i Industrial, inverter motor, manual start, GFCI Protected,120 VAC at an additional cost of $1,450.00.

• Warranty: One year from date of purchase on manufactured unit, OEM warranties on hydraulic and gas motor.

$9,779 FOB MT

New House of Design Model AMD Pre-Plating Station

The House of Design AMD (Automated Material Delivery) pre-plating station is the heart of the automation configuration for roof or floor trusses. There are two robot arms enclosed within a 12 x 18-ft footprint, driven by your truss design software working in conjunction with the House of Design software, to receive cut material in-line and apply plates in the correct size and orientation. From this pre-plating station, there are many levels of automation that can be added to the station to further automate your truss assembly tables, or you can choose to deliver the completed boards manually. This station is operated by one person. You can choose to apply just the top plates to boards, or apply just chords or webs. Automation options include:

• Buf fer (conveyors) taking the plated material to the correct truss setup area for manual placement.

• Buffer (conveyors) taking the plated material to the correct truss setup area for automated placement.

• Both of these buffer options will work with existing roof or floor tables or in conjunction with a new roof table.

765-751-9990

97 Years of Service.

Three Generations of Commitment.

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. is your key partner in maintaining and maximizing productivity for successful component manufacturing. We understand that not every business can afford the expense of keeping up with the ever-changing production needs of the industry. That’s why we offer unparalleled solutions for your truss production.

We specialize in helping businesses reinvest in their lines with New - Legacy Gantries, Machinery Exchange Program, Track on Floor to Trackless Table Upgrades, Line Expansions, Material Handling Upgrades, & WizardPDS® Retrofits and Upgrades. Implement a new line or technology in your plant with our comprehensive range of new equipment. Our products are designed to keep all new, old, and discontinued lines running smoothly, at an afforadable price.

With a rich history spanning over 97 years, Eide Machinery Sales has earned a reputation by fostering strong and enduring relationships with our customers. Since 1927, we have been dedicated to serving the Wood Product and Fabrication Industries, ensuring that your business thrives with the right tools and technologies.

A legacy of excellence in equipment and support.

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Line Expansions

Trackless Table Upgrades & New Legacy Gantries

2018

2018 Clark Mini Barn Press, builds rigid frames for sheds from 8 foot to 14 foot spans, to 3′-6″ height. Builds mansard and rafter shapes. Includes (5) track mounted heads with 8″ x 10″ platens, material clamps, 10 HP hydraulic power unit with manifold for air and fluid, ball valve controls, mounting track and all available jigging. 460 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$19,997 FOB TX Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Pacific Peak Up Stacker

Used-as-is Pacific Automation 60’ peak up stacker / (4) lift arms with indexing heads / Adjustable pop-up platform / Target for triggering stacking cycle / Powered truss conveyor as shown / Center rolls can be moved to unload from top chord side / Control panel with auto and manual stacking mode.

$13,950

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193 www.eidemachinery.com

2005 MiTek RoofTracker Gantry Head

2005 MiTek model #637510-501-460V

Roof Tracker roof truss gantry head, 24-inch diameter roll, 10 HP drive motor, (2) light curtains, e-stop button, mast for s/o-festoon electrical supply, and pendant controls. Tables and parking stations shown in photos are not included. 460 volt, 3 phase, 25 Amp electrical required.

$57,993 FOB SC

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

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2007 Clark Industries

Horizontal Truss Stacker

Model HVS, Two Unit, 2-Zone, 14’ Horzontal Stacking System. Two lifting units (one master and one slave) with integral electrics. A truss sensing system consisting of adjustable laser sensors mounted on slide rails. One indoor electric control enclosure & panel w/PLC and manual controls. A stacker-conveyor interface package comprised of (1) mounted 3-push button enclosure and (1) remotely mounted 2-push button enclosure (pause/ emergncy stop). Hand-held Wampfler Remote Control System. 8 stacking rails and 4 stripping posts. Stack 1 5/8” thick x 14’ tall trusses up to 30 high. Stack a truss in approximately 40 seconds (cycle time). Stack up to 55’ or longer trusses on each side of the conveyor with minor assistance for truss sag, shorter lengths can be stacked unassisted. Excludes 77’ Walk Through Conveyor System. Two systems available at $25,000 NOW $19,900 Each. FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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EMSI Field Repair Press

EMSI 10 Ton Field Repair Truss Press System. Complete with: 1/2 HP, 115 Volt, 50/60 Cycle Universal Motor – Operates at voltage as low as 60 volts. 10,000 PSI Portable Power Pack with Two Speed Operation – 200 cu in/min @ 0–200 psi, 20 cu in/min @ 200–10,000 psi and Externally Adjustable Relief Valve (unit weight 55 lbs.). C-Clamp Assembly with 8" Maximum Reach, 4" x 5" Pressing Platen (optional platen available for 4” x 2”). Independent 10 Ton Hydraulic Cylinder. 10’ Hydraulic Hose Assembly with Quick Disconnect Coupling. Handle with 24 Volt Remote Electrical Pendant. Call for Price

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193 www.eidemachinery.com

WESCANA FLOOR TRUSS MACHINE

• 7' x 40' Table with 3/4" Steel Table Top

• Two 5' Park Sections

• Truss Depths from 12" to 26"

• Truss Flip-Over Arms

• Side or End Ejectors

• Bui lt-In Camber for Clamping on Both Sides

• Air Cylinders Under Table

• 2 Contr ol Valves for Clamping

• 1 Contr ol Valve for FlipOver Arms

• 1 Control Vlave for Ejectors

• 24" Diameter x 1" Wall Thickness Roller

• 10 HP / 3 Phase Gear Motor

• Front & Rear Emergency Shut-Off Bars

• Joystick Control

• 2' per Second Travel Speed

NEW IDLE & POWERED 14' TRUSS CONVEYOR (AZ)

• 14' Long x 4" or 5" (Inside Diameter) Schedule 40 Pipe

• Tube Steel Stands (7" Height Adjustment - Height to be Specified)

• 4 Bolt Flange Bearings

• Idle and Motorized Rollers

• 1/4 HP Motors (240/480 Volt-3 Phase) with Controls

• 1" and 1 1/4" Cold Rolled 24" Shafts Baffled

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By Thomas McAnally TheJobLine.com

FPlacements for Subcontract Designers

or over 30 years, I’ve been placing truss designers with companies for full and part-time employment. In all of that time, I have not placed 1099 subcontractors. Back in the day, this included candidates looking for a remote job, who were out of work, or who simply wanted to make a little money on the side. The idea of matching 1099 subcontractors was not a good fit for The JobLine’s model of making great matches that last, so it was never a service I wanted to provide.

But, now I have a candidate who could benefit from working as a 1099 contract designer, so I’ve been considering ways to help him, and by extension other potential subcontract designers. This person is an American citizen temporarily living in another country, and he needs the flexibility of working remotely, either part-time for several clients or full-time for one until he returns to the US.

So, for the first time this month, we have an advertisement from a subcontractor seeking work in the Hiring Zone on page 148.

Importantly, placing 1099 contractors is still not a service that The JobLine will be offering. This option will be available via the Hiring Zone, and it is only intended for individuals who are seeking to offer design services directly to component manufacturers. There will be no ads for design groups or companies – this is only for individuals. As with our typical classified ads, space will be available by the column inch, with discounts for multiple-month placements, keeping it economical – after all, we are The Advertiser!

What say you? Please reach out to me at twm@componentadvertiser.org if you are interested.

2007 Robbins Side-Eject Roof Truss Gantry

2007 Robbins roof truss gantry, side-eject with (2) gantry heads. Both heads have 30 inch diameter rolls and pendant controls. One gantry requires a new sprocket. 110-ft working length, 124-ft overall length. Includes (16) slotted steel top tables, with skatewheel ejectors, (2) electrical festoon cords for gantry heads, (2) gantry head masts, (1) 120′ powered transfer conveyor, (11) powered roller conveyors, (14) idler roller conveyors, (4) extra tables and all available floor-to-table mounting plates. Decommissioned in October of 2023. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$263,997 FOB QC

$64,997 FOB OH 2003 Alpine Floormaster Floor

Truss Machine

2003 Alpine Floormaster floor truss machine with plate storage rack, endeject configuration, builtin splicer option and built-in camber. Tableguided gantry head (no rail) has 10 HP drive and double-80 LB chain. Builds floor trusses from 12″ to 24″ depths, to 40-ft long. Currently operated as a single-side machine, B-side requires pneumatic repairs to activate flip option, pop-up ejection, and clamping function. 460 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

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2005 Usifab End-Eject Floor Truss Gantry

2005 Usifab floor truss gantry, end-eject, single-bay (side) 9″ to 26″ truss depths, 32ft max working length, 45-ft overall length. Includes (1) fixed head roller head, 7.5 HP drive and 20″ diameter roller and floor truss finish roller. Steel top table has adjustable camber, parking stations, driven end-eject assist belt and pop-up ejectors. Table frame has twists that need repair. 600v, 3 phase electrical required.

$46,993 FOB QC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2005 MiTek roof truss finish roller press, model #68300-460V, 14′ finish roller with 24″ diameter rolls, 1″ wall thickness, 4” continuous shaft, with 4 internal baffles. 10 HP soft-start drive system, 100 lb. chain, central grease fittings, H.D. spherical bearings, variable-speed push button controls, with one safety bar and one e-stop. 460v, 3 phase, 20 Amp electrical required.

$39,997 FOB SC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

$91,995.00 FOB QC

2019 MiTek Canada Side-Eject Floor Truss Gantry

2019 MiTek Canada floor truss gantry, side-eject, model 30, Type III builds floor trusses from 11.5″ to 26″ truss in depth, 30-ft max truss length, 40-ft overall length. Includes (1) trackless gantry head, 7.5 HP drive, 24″ diameter roll, safety bars,pendant controls and festoon electrical supply cord. Steel table includes (2) masts, flip arms, pop-ups and (2) parking stations. 575v, 3 phase electrical required.

2000 Mitek RoofGlider Gantry Roller Only

• Trackless Mitek RoofGlider Gantry Roller Only

• Model 82700

• 460 Volt / 3 Phase

• Includes Electrical/Control Panel, Ride Platform, Joystick Control & Safety Bars (not seen in some photos)

• Excludes Tables

$37,900 FOB WI

The Industry-Leading Manufacturer of Panelized Wall Panel & Floor Cassette Equipment.

The Platinum Series Automated Sheathing Station is the most automated sheathing station that Panels Plus offers and reduces the amount of time an operator needs to be hands-on during the sheathing process. This sheathing station is driven using MiTek Software and completely fastens sheathing to studs, blocking, headers, and sill plates to ensure quality panels every time. This model can be a stand-alone unit, or integrated into a larger system. Various sizes and configurations are available.

2007 VIKING 16' X 12' SQUARING TABLE WITH SHEATHING BRIDGE

• 16' x 12' Squaring Table with Powered Width Adjustment & Powered Chain Conveyor

• Wall Panel Lengths up to 16', Wall Panel Heights from 4'-0" to 12'-2"

• Swing Gates at Both Ends of Squaring Table

• Automated Field & Edge Nailing Driving by Panel Pro Event Software & Your Programmed Nailing Patterns

• Simple Touchscreen Controls

• 2 Tool Carriages for Sheathing Nailing with Tilt Function for Seams

• 2 Paslode Nail Guns with High Load Coil Tray

• Auto Sheathing Bridge Return

• Includes 4 Pallets of Magnum Coil Nails (2 3/8 x .113)

• 480 Volt / 3 Phase

$29,900 FOB KS. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Carlson Mobile Framing Table

• Wall Lengths to 16'

• Manual Height Adjustment (7'-0" to 9'-3" wall heights)

• Tool Dollies with Senco Nail Guns

• Stud Locators

• Pop-Up Skatewheel Conveyor

• 1" Stroke Air Clamps

• Tool Box

$14,900 FOB VA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2021 Triad Router Bridge & Portion of V-Track

2021 Triad Routing Bridge with approximately (20) feet of v-track. Fits over tables that build up to 12′ nominal height wall panels. Includes powered automatic bridge return, powered vertical router movement, manual fine adjustment wheel, manual vertical router travel with chain drive and (1) Milwaukee router, catalog #5625-20 120 volt, 1 phase, 15 Amp electrical required. No table included.

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New Wall Panel Lift

• 8' to 12' Wall Heights

• 1,000 Lb Capacity

• Weight: 120 Lbs

• Excludes: Electric Hoist & Freestanding Bridge Crane

$1,950 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

IBS Tool Bridge & Router Bridge

IBS multi-tool bridge with (24) tool stations. Bridge features auto-return, button controls and laser guide mount. Fits up to 12′ nominal rail centers. IBS router bridge features (1) router, laser guide mount and lever-switch button controls. Fits up to 12′ nominal rail centers. Sold as a pair. Includes all available floor mounted, v-rail. Both bridges missing laser sub-assembly. 120vac, 120psi air.

$15,975 NOW $5,995 FOB UT

Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

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New Panels Plus Floor

Cassette Framing Station

Price: $Call for pricing

FOB: MN

New Panels Plus floor framing machine, supports the structural members creating floor sections from 2" x 6" LVL through 2" x 10" to 2" x 12" dimensional lumber, 20" deep wood floor trusses or engineered wood / I-joists. Standard footprint of floor panels (cassettes) up to 12' wide x 45' long. Table consists of a fixed section and a track-guided, moveable section controlled by either a foot switch or push-buttons.

Includes a series of color-coded locator pins at 16", 19.2 and 24" on-center spacing and clamping with squaring feature including foot pedal control. The locators individually flip down if a joist comes out on top of them. After the floor is complete and unclamped, the floor section can be raised up on skate-wheel conveyors and rolled out or lifted off the table using an overhead crane. Table height is 24.5", OAL 45.5 ft, OAW 14.5 ft. 120 volt, 1 phase, 15 Amp electrical required. 90 to 120 PSIG at 15 CFM air required.

Design Connections

What Will Customers Want, Need, and Pay to Have

Over the last couple of articles, I’ve spent some time discussing improvements that would improve both the energy efficiency and the ability of the truss system to withstand extreme weather conditions. If you’ve read those articles, you will know that I think it is ridiculous that we continue to design and price our products – our highly engineered, specialty products – to appeal to a buyer that is largely motivated by finding the lowest price.

Yes, I trust that many of you would be quick to point out that YOUR customers don’t buy purely on price but also value the service your people provide and the quality of the product you produce. I have no doubt that is true, and I hope that you can use that goodwill to maintain and grow your business. I also know from my own firsthand experience that there are component manufacturers that refuse to engage in marketing their products and services in a way that is heavily reliant on having the lowest bottom-line price but insist on producing quality products and providing exemplary service. If you have managed to successfully position and maintain your company in the latter group, I congratulate you. I would speculate that your customers are happier with the products and services they receive from you, and their business benefits. I would also speculate that your employees are happy to know they can be proud of the products and services they provide.

It may also seem that my articles suggest that the builder is solely accountable for this raceto-the-bottom mentality that seems to dominate the component industry. Certainly, there is some responsibility with the builder, but I know that they also need to look to what is most important to their client, the home buyer.

I’m reminded of an industry focus group I was in a number of years ago. I don’t recall the details of most of the discussion that day, but comments made by one of the participants have stuck with me for nearly 20 years now.

This individual was a senior VP of operations for a large home builder that was consistently producing 3-4,000 homes per year at that time. As part of their marketing and planning efforts, they decided to survey potential clients visiting one of their model homes. They asked their prospective customers a series of questions, and for each there were three available responses: Is this feature something you would like to have in your home?; Do you believe this should be available in our homes?; Would you be willing to pay more for your home in order to have this feature?

Some of the features that participants were asked about included:

• Upgraded hardwood or tile flooring – everyone liked it and wanted it to be available to choose, and the vast majority were willing to pay extra.

• Upgraded cabinets and countertops – again, they liked it, they wanted it available, and they were willing to pay to get it.

• Upgraded trim package – you got it, everyone wants it, and they’ll pay to get it.

• Similar questions dealing with other possible finish options, plumbing and light fixtures etc. – in almost every case, they liked it, wanted to be able to choose it, and would pay accordingly.

One of the final questions directed the survey participants to mockups of possible wall construction with explanations of the benefits offered. Option A was the then-typical code assembly, while Option B offered about a 50% increase in R-value along with improved air sealing. This time their responses changed. Did they want better wall construction? Yes, please. Were they prepared to pay for it? Almost universally, no!

I was, and continue to be, struck by how clear an example this presented of how the market speaks. People would pay for what they could see and touch, but they would not pay for what was hidden from view even when it would save them money and improve their comfort over time. I also was astounded that people would pay more up front for options that in every case could be upgraded later, perhaps at significant cost, but upgradeable, nonetheless. What they wouldn’t pay more for were the few features that are virtually impossible to upgrade later. After all, when was the last time a friend talked about the renovation they were doing to strip the walls back to bare studs so they could add more insulation and make their house more airtight?

In today’s world, the pendulum is slowly beginning to swing toward improved resiliency and energy efficiency, but the market generally is only moving in that direction at the insistence of our building code bodies.

I would suggest that if you want your company to be ready to capitalize on the wave of change that is coming for energy efficient and resilient homes, you need to understand what that will look like for your products, and maybe for additional products that your clients will need. You need to engage with your direct and indirect clients to understand what they see coming next year, and five or ten years from now. Is this something that is discussed inside the walls of your company? I’d love to know what you are seeing. Please share your thoughts with me.

If you want help finding that next perfect component designer or design job in Canada, please contact me. If your work is in the mass timber world anywhere in North America, I’d love to talk to you about connecting you to that next great job or candidate. You can reach me at secord@thejobline.com, or 800-289-5627 ext. 2. I’m also happy to engage at: LinkedIn.com/in/geordiesecord. www.thejobline.com

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2019 Triad Steel Interior Framing Line

Wall framing line with model DQSF Diamond Quad framing station, RO-CAT tables and conveyors, designed to frame steel stud wall panels from 6′-9″ to 10′-3″ in height, to 16-ft long. Framing station includes two (2) twin-tool dollies with optional outlets and monitors, stud locators at 16″ and 24″ o/c spacing, and four (4) Senco SG2510 tools. Station clamps and includes pop-up skatewheel conveyors. Pair of RO-CAT tables include squaring lip, tool rest and pop-up skatewheel conveyors. Line includes two (2) 10-ft long stand-alone skatewheel conveyors and two (2) 15-ft long x 36″ wide, stand-alone idler roller conveyors. 100 PSI air required. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical required. 765-751-9990

PRODUCTION LINES

Our production lines are designed to efficiently manufacture wall panels and floor cassettes from start to finish. A production line features an arrangement of products and accessories for continuous production flow. The layout of a production line is based on an organization’s production goals and the layout of their facility.

Whether you’re a startup plant or you’re seasoned in the industry, Panels Plus offers a variety of production lines to meet your needs.

In addition to the production lines listed on our site, Panels Plus will work with you to suggest a custom layout that best-suits your organization.

Wall Panel Lift

* 8’- 12’ Wall Height

* 1,000 LB Capacity

* Easy Adjustment

* Hoist and Crane Sold Separate

Handle Bar Router

* 8’ - 12’ Wall Height

* 2 Person Operation

* 3 ¼ hp Production Router

* 120 Volt /1 Phase/15 Amp

Lay-Up Tables

* 10’ x 10’ Working Area

* Lift & Extend Rollers

* Squaring Lip

* Nail Tray

Skate Rollers

* 15’ Standard Length

* Adjustable Height

* Sturdy Stands

* Custom Lengths Available

$13,900.00

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New Component Table with Skatewheel Conveyors

Lift & Extend Skatewheel Conveyors. 10' x 10' Work Area with Squaring Lip. Gun Holster & Nail Tray.

$13,900 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

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New Panels Plus Wall Panel Framing Equipment

Consider Panels Plus wall panel assembly equipment for manufacturers of wood or steel wall panels, floor-panels, and related framing components. Panels Plus is an employee owned, ISO certified, manufacturing company that builds state-of-the-art equipment featuring durable construction, with fit and finish second to none in the structural building component industry. The referenced base framing table allows you to assemble from 7-12 foot wall heights, at industry standard 16 foot lengths, at a working height of 29 to 32 inches. This framer design includes controls at each end of table, squaring stops and pneumatic clamping for consistent wall panel quality. Frames 2x4 or 2 x 6 walls, with color-coded, steel stud locators at 16 and 24 inches O.C. spacing. Includes pop-up skate wheels for easy transfer of completed wall frame. Framing table can be configured to receive wall framing light bars, other options include custom buildable wall heights, lengths and auto-indexing of optional 2 or 3 tool carriages.

Additionally from Panels Plus are sheathing tables with features that include foot pedal control at squaring end of table, with squaring stops, roller conveyors at both sides, single pendant controls for bridge, tool spacing at 6 inch centers with 3 inch bridge shift for offset nailing. Tool bridges can accommodate from 2 x 4 to 2 x 8 walls, with seam tilt being standard equipment Panels Plus Tool Bridges are available with single beam or dual beam design for two different tool mounts on one bridge. Squaring stations, sub-component tables, conveyors and panel lifts are also available to complete the configuration of the wall panel assembly line. Price includes factory installation and training. 50 CFM at 120 psi air. 120 or 230 volt, 1 phase electrical.

ProStack Wall Panel Tilt In-Feed Conveyor

Solving the problem of missed fasteners on exterior sheathing remains one of the primary reasons for call back charges and exceptions noted during jobsite building inspections. Clearly finding and resolving missed fasteners or “shiners” becomes mission critical before a sheathed wall panel leaves the production line. Our shop-proven, tilting conveyor makes the process safe, fast, and labor efficient. The ProStack tilt in-feed safely lifts wall segments to 45º in 5 seconds for inspection and on to 75º for easy to reach repairs. This tilt system is also excellent for installing blocking , windows, and other details in your wall panel segments. More information click here. $62,970 FOB ND

$18,250 FOB ND

ProStack Wall Panel In-Feed Conveyor

ProStack powered in-feed conveyor was engineered to deliver wall panel segments at a matched speed and height into the ProStack automated wall panel stacker. Built for smooth operation and assembled with laser cut, powder-coated finish steel. Base model conveys wall panel segments up to 12’ in height and up to 16’ in length for wall segments up to 1,600 lbs. Extended length systems come in standard 20′ and 24’ length capacity. All models come with adjustable working heights and variable conveyor speeds.

Powered in-feed conveyor section, synchronized chain drive under top and bottom plate for open access, 5-HP, 208v, 3Ph power. Adjustable working height from 28” to 34”. 16′ length capacity.

Optimizing Truss Design

By Oran Thornton, Alpine TrusSteel Designer & Drafter, and William Babich, Engineering Manager

Establishing a truss design process that progresses seamlessly from start to finish serves as a critical backbone for efficiency and ensures essential quality control measures. While individual processes might vary from designer to designer, here is a sample step-by-step process.

Resist the Urge

The quote has been accepted and it’s time to produce a final truss design. Before digging into the plans and randomly adding walls, planes, and trusses, carefully consider the methods used to produce truss designs. Resist the urge to jump into the program too early. A thorough review of the job plans/specifications is crucial.

Here are some simple categories and notes for each phase.

Scope of Work

Review the scope of work1 compared to the quote to gain an understanding of all the areas requiring trusses, blocking trusses, bent metal, outlooker framing, truss bracing design, truss-tobearing connection design, etc. Carefully assessing the quote can provide clarity and serve as a double-check for items missed in the quoting process. It can also help identify any discrepancies during the final design process.

Plan Review / RFI Questions

Start a complete plan review. This includes examining the architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, kitchen, fire safety, or any other section of the plans that may impact truss design. In reviewing these plans, note any missing information so issues can be addressed early in the design process.

The building’s general geometry can be found in both the architectural and structural plans. Information regarding truss loading typically resides in the structural plans, with some obscure loading requirements in the mechanicals, electricals, kitchen, or fire safety plans. Truss loading information typically exists in the structural plan general notes, roof framing layouts, building sections, and individual details. Identifying discrepancies between sections of the various plans before designing begins saves time and prevents costly mistakes.

1 Portions of the Scope of Work are geared towards the specifics of designing with Alpine® TrusSteel, but the overall concepts outlined are suitable for both wood and steel designers.

Since building plans contain so many pages, it is important to spend time reviewing the plans and determining the proper course of action. This thorough review always pays off.

Here are some examples to look for that can impact the truss design. Every job is different and will have other items that can affect the trusses, so be on the lookout for anything that could be required of the trusses.

1. The applicable Building Code and any referenced standards

2. Standard job loading information (e.g., live loads, dead loads, wind loads, snow loads, seismic loads, blast loads)

3. Truss heel height

4. Overhang / cantilever length

5. Mechanical unit size, or weight

6. Drag truss loads

7. Fire sprinklers

8. Fall restraint loads.

Also, review the Job Specification before starting truss design. Find and review the roof truss section thoroughly. Specifically, identify and review:

1. Minimum gauge or grade requirements

2. Galvanization requirements

3. Truss deflection requirements

4. Referenced standards.

During the plan/specification review, identify any questions that require answers. Develop the initial Request for Information (RFI). Securing as much information as early as possible allows the job to proceed more quickly. One of several professionals on the building design team will typically provide the RFI responses.

iModel – Truss Layout

After reviewing and receiving answers from the RFI, begin the design work.

Job Settings: Input all the standard job loading, wind loads, snow loads, and establish the rest of the job settings.

Gridlines: Most projects have gridlines. Inputting these first makes the wall input easier. Compare the architectural and structural gridlines to ensure they match. If they don’t, add these questions to the RFI.

Bearing Input: Add walls and beams to build the model. Carefully compare the architectural and structural plans to ensure the wall input is correct, including wall location, height, and thickness.

Roof / Ceiling Plane Input: Add all the roof planes and ceiling planes to the model to build the roof. If any questions arise that were not asked in the initial RFI, ask these in a separate RFI.

Truss Input: Once bearings and planes are complete, add trusses to the layout. Vigilantly follow the plans to add trusses where specified.

Miscellaneous: Input any other layout information needed, such as truss labels, mechanical ducts or HVAC units, layout notes, fire sprinkler locations, fall arrest locations, and dimensions.

iDesign – Designing Trusses

Once truss layout is complete, start designing the trusses. In this phase, account for anything that may impact the truss design like HVAC units, duct work, sprinkler pipes, additional loads, or other factors that could affect the truss geometry or design.

Review the Design

Rechecking the design – and having a coworker check it too – can eliminate mistakes before they reach the customer, the truss shop, or the jobsite. Thoroughly review the design, including all layout features such as bearings, planes, trusses, dimensions, truss quantities, or other items that might impact the job.

Following this simple process can help the truss design phase proceed smoothly and efficiently. Starting with a solid understanding of what is needed and capturing the right information plays a key role in accurate truss design. Following a good design process and being meticulous during the initial review pays big dividends.

“Over the years Alpine ensured our quality and production kept improving. Working with Alpine has been a 22 year friendship as well as a partnership!”

—

Roy Bedient Manager/ Production Manager, Warman

Truss

Alpine has it all—the right equipment, user-friendly software and dependable hardware to improve your teams efficiency. Alpine delivers the complete package for success—including comprehensive support and service that sets us apart within our industry.

Ask those who know. They’ll tell you about the people at Alpine who make a difference.

The Raked Wall Extruder is a Game Changer!

Designed to assemble and simplify the process of making raking wall frames. The Raked Wall Extruder can also produce common wall frames, making it a Spida all-rounder.

Automating what is currently a manual operation in most plants - the Raked Wall Extruder is the start of the most efficient and productive Frame Line in the market.

Visit our website to learn more and to see the capabilities of the Raked Wall Extruder in action.

“For 40+ years we have trusted the Alpine name. Strong technical support, powerful software, and reliable equipment— our family has confidence in Alpine!”

— Chase Barineau Vice-President

Seminole Trusses, Inc.

Alpine has it all—the right equipment, user-friendly software and dependable hardware to improve your teams efficiency. Alpine delivers the complete package for success—including comprehensive support and service that sets us apart within our industry.

Ask those who know. They’ll tell you about the people at Alpine who make a difference.

Triad 12 ft Gen II Sheathing Bridge & Track

Triad Generation II nail tool bridge with 60 ft of v-track, refurbished by Triad in 2021. Maximum panel height clearance 12′-3″. Includes locations for (3) tool mounts along the middle beam, top & bottom plate tool mounts, tilt-tool option, joy-stick controls, power bridge return, e-stop button, all available Paslode tool mounts, manual and all available spare parts. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical required. 100 PSI air required.

By MiTek Staff

Minimum Uniformly Distributed Live Load For Habitable Attics

An attic truss with 7 feet room height – should it be designed for 20 psf (pounds per square foot), 30 psf, or 40 psf room live load?

Per International Residential Code (IRC) Table R301.5, the minimum uniformly distributed live load for uninhabitable attics with limited storage is 20 psf, for habitable attics and attics served with fixed stairs and sleeping areas is 30 psf, and areas others than sleeping areas is 40 psf.

IRC defines Habitable Space as a space in a building for living, sleeping, eating, or cooking. A habitable space has a minimum height of 7 feet and an occupiable floor area not less than 70 square feet with minimum 7 feet in any horizontal dimension (except kitchens). Portions of the room with a sloping ceiling measuring less than 5 feet or a furred ceiling measuring less than 7 feet from the finished floor to the finished ceiling shall not be considered as contributing to the minimum required habitable area of that room. For rooms with sloped ceilings, the required floor area of the room shall have a ceiling height of not less than 5 feet and not less than 50 percent of the required floor area shall have a ceiling height of not less than 7 feet.

The criteria listed here applies to ‘attic’ spaces. These spaces generally have a room profile that follows the top chord/rafter with a center section of uniform height under the collar tie (as shown in the drawing). Attic trusses with a room height 7 feet and above, meeting code requirements of

habitable space, should be designed with a minimum of 30 psf floor live load applied to the room opening. Trusses containing wide rooms with square (or almost square) corners, intended to be used as full second story space (minimum 7’ tall and meeting the width criteria above), should be designed with the standard floor loading of 40 psf to reflect their use as more than just sleeping areas.

You may have a builder state that they will only use the room for storage, and they have no intention of using it as a living space. However, when it comes to residential, many homeowners renovate their attic space into living space. If those trusses – originally acting as uninhabitable attics – turn into habitable attics down the road, and the homeowner doesn’t check into it, then those trusses could be underdesigned. It might not be up to you what happens to the structure later in life, but as engineers we have a serviceability/safety standard we need to stand by. If the builder insists on a floor load less than 30 psf, then our recommendation is to design the attic room with a ceiling height less than 7’.

For additional information, or if you have questions, please refer to IRC 2018 or IRC 2021 or contact the MiTek Engineering department Engineering Support – MiTek Residential Construction Industry (mitek-us.com).

“We’ve been using MSR pretty much since day one when SCS was founded in 1987. It’s a crucial element for roof and floor trusses, especially with today’s challenging designs for residential and commercial construction. By using MSR, we reduce the overall fiber required for the design of our products. For example, a top chord on a roof truss might require 2x6 if only #2 is available but that can often be replaced with a 2x4 in MSR.”

—Dave Kipp, Structural Component Systems (SCS), MSRLPC member

Consider the Benefits of Membership

The MSR Lumber Producers Council (MSRLPC) represents the interests of machine stress rated lumber producers in the manufacturing, marketing, promotion, utilization, and technical aspects of MSR and MEL lumber. Suppliers, customers, and professionals may join as Associate members. Members enjoy reliable market data and opportunities for education, networking and online marketing.

2023 Panels Plus Single-Tool Sheathing Station

Featuring precision Gen. 2 controls, this system squares and sheathes wall panels ranging up to 16′ in length and up to 12′ -3″ wall height with dimensional material from 2×4 through 2×10. This late-model system includes a servodriven bridge with joy-stick controlled motion on the operator’s riding platform. The single, large-coil capacity tool carriage travels across the wall frame inserting sheathing fasteners at the spacing set by the operator. The stitchers will automatically insert fasteners through the sheathing into the top and bottom plates at your chosen spacing during the auto-return process. The bridge has 9 programmable presets for fastener spacing. Other features include: Single Beam Bridge, top and bottom plate stitchers, Operator Platform with Windows industrial touchscreen, and joystick control. Squaring table features a squaring edge, footswitch & push-button controls for telescoping side and horizontal outfeed rollers. 120 PSI at 60 CFM air.120 volt AC electrical required. Utilizes large-coil 15º wire-collated nails. (No nail tools included).

• Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor

• Powered Height Adjustment (6'-11" to 12'-5" wall heights)

• Fixed Squaring Stops

• Excludes Tool Dollies

• 110 Volt / 20 Amps

• Add $6,000 for Stud Locators at 16" & 24" O.C.

• Add $2,750 for 1 Pair of 15' Skatewheel Conveyor with Stands

• Add $11,900 for Sub-Component Layup Tables with Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyors

• EQUIPMENT FINANCING available from SLS Financial Services

2014 TRIAD RAKE WALL TABLE

• Wall Lengths to 12'

• Wall Heights to 40'

• Powered Height Adjustment

• Manually Adjustable Rake Side (0 to 12/12 pitch)

• Adjustable Squaring Stop

• Pop-Up Skatewheel Conveyors

• Stud Locators at 16" and 24" Centers

• Center Support Bar with Stud Locators

• Excludes Tool Doilies

• Price is in US Dollars

Used Triad G2 Wall Assembly Equipment

Used Triad wall assembly equipment includes 16 ft x 12′-3″ max height framing station, model G2, with (2) two-tool dollies, squaring/ sheathing combo table, model G2 SH-SQ, with multi-tool mount nailing bridge and separate manual-drive router bridge, quantity of (6) 10 ft long x 2 ft wide idler roller conveyors with (4) legs, and Triad model FTCN component nailing station with four Hitachi NR83A nail tools.

Framer includes 16″ and 24″ color-coded stud locators, pop-up skate wheel conveyors, tool dollies have two tool mounts each (no tools) and powered height adjustment. Sheathing bridge includes joy-stick controls, tool offset, tool tilt, laser guide, power return and mounts for up to (23) Hitachi nail tools. Router and all available spare parts included. 120 volt, 1 phase, 30 Amp electrical required. 100 PSI air required.

One Table System $94,900

Phone:

-Laser Pointer -Bridge Auto Return -Bridge Tilt at Sheathing Seams -Programmable Fastener Patterns -Pop-Up Skatewheel Conveyors -6’-11” to 12’-5” Wall Heights -Fixed Squaring Stops -No Floor Rails

*Includes Installation Support in the United States & Canada

2007 Panels Plus Combo Table with Multi-tool Bridge

2007 Panels Plus Combination Table, allows you to frame, square and sheath wood wall panels on one,16 foot long table x 12 foot framer for wall heights from 6′-9” to 12’-4”. Builds both 2×4 and 2×6 walls. Clamps wall prior to nailing. Table includes push button controls, color-coded stud locators at 16 inches & 24 inches o.c. spacing, squaring stops, motorized telescoping arms, skatewheel ejectors and powered tool bridge. Sheathing nailing bridge includes powered travel, joy-stick & key pad controls, air manifold, manual fine tuning, tilt and seam nailing. No tools or mounts included. 30 CFM at 120 psi air required, and 120 volt, 1-phase electrical required.

$49,991 NOW 39,991 FOB TN

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

TRUCKS & TRAILERS TRUCKS & TRAILERS

Used - 2014, R156 48” Roll -Off Precision Trailer

Tandem Axles | Air Ride Suspension : Air Operated Load Control, Air Operated Pin

Locks | Mesh Between Rollers | Beaver Tail | Strap Locks and Winches | LED

Lighting | 11.4 Ton Self Contained Power | (1) Heachache Rack

$29,900

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193 www.eidemachinery.com

Used - 2014, R157 48” Roll -Off

Precision Trailer

Tandem Axles | Air Ride Suspension : Air

Operated Load Control, Air Operated Pin

Locks | Mesh Between Rollers | Beaver

Tail | Strap Locks and Winches | LED

Lighting | 11.4 Ton Self Contained Power | (1) Heachache Rack

$29,900

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193

www.eidemachinery.com

1995 JDH Trussmaster 42'-60'

Stretch Roll-Off Trailer

• Hydraulic Front End

• Sliding Tandems

• Spring Suspension

• Roller Locks

• Headache Rack

• DOT is Current

$22,900 NOW $17,900 FOB MN Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1993 JDH Trussmaster 48'-70'

Stretch Roll-Off Trailer

• Fixed Tandem

• Spring Suspension

• Roller Locks

• Winches & Straps

• Headache Rack

• Tires are Good (less than 5,000 miles on tires)

• DOT is Current

• Video available upon request

$19,900 NOW $16,900 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

ProStack Wall Panel Stacker

Reduced labor, increased safety, the benefits just keep stacking up. Stacking wall panels at the end of your production line can be a real labor-intensive and safety-challenging task. But it doesn’t have to be now, thanks to ProStack. This innovative wall panel stacker literally stacks from the bottom up, reducing awkward overhead lifting & placement, and the risk of head injury. Plus, ProStack frees up at least one worker to return more productively to your core task—building wall panels. Enhanced worker safety and productivity is what ProStack is all about.

Developed for commercial wall panel production facilities this is the remarkable ProStack, fully automated wall panel stacker. The ProStackrelieves your build team from creating a stack of wall panels and keeps them building walls instead. Stacks 2×4 through 2×8 walls up to 20′ in length and up to 12′ in height (taller by special order). The ProStack will automatically center or left or right justify each layer including multiple wall segments on the same layer. For ease of loading in your yard or on the build site, fork pockets are created in two ways: The operator can attach blocking up to 5″ tall to the last wall of the stack prior to entering the stacker, or two shorter walls can be spread apart prior to the second to last row of the stacker. Designed without any overhead frame or apparatus, so no crane inspections are required. The ProStack is “event driven”, so there is no need to read a file.

Setup and installation is easy too, without the need for complex training or disruption to workflow. So free up your team to do what they do best, and you need to do most, and let ProStack stack your wall panels instead. ProStack can even operate with your existing powered conveyors or select our optional matching conveyors (see the video shown below). 208 volt, 3 phase, 43 Amp base model electrical required. No air required. Footprint is 26′-5″L x 19′-3″W.

2003 JDH TRUSSMASTER SIDEOFFLOADING TRUSS TRAILER

10,000 Lb Tandem Axles (Dual Wheels). 26,000 GVWR. Deliver Trusses Vertically. Stretch from 18' to 38'. Raise Loads Hydraulically. Air Brakes.

$6,900 FOB CA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

2001 Moffett M5500 Forklift

2001 Moffett M5500 forklift features 48″ forks with side shift, 12′ maximum lift height, 5,500 lb lift capacity and has 2,440 hours on it. Kubota 4 cylinder Diesel engine and Hydrostatic transmission.

$24,990 NOW $19,890 FOB OH Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Reconditioned Lakeside 36'-51' Stretch Roll-Off Trailer

• Self-Contained Hydraulic Front End

• Sliding Tandems

• Roller Locks

• Headache Rack

• New Axles (Undercarriage)

• New Wheels, Tires & Brakes

• New Hydraulic System

• New Wiring & Light Sockets

• Sandblasted & Epoxy Painted

• DOT is Current $40,000 FOB ME

Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

TRUCKS & TRAILERS

1995 Pines 45' Chip Trailer

• Modified by LMI TENN

• 8" Floor Cross Members

• Reinforced Roof

• 22.5 Tubeless Tires

• Sl iding Tandem Axle (for weight distribution) (FOB PA) $9,900 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

Used Truss Roll-Off Trailers in Florida

• 2003 Pratt 48'-70' Roll-Off Trailer

• 2006 Pratt 48'-70' Roll-Off Trailer

• 2005 JDH Trussmaster 48'-70' RollOff Trailer

• 2006 JDH Trussmaster 48'-70' RollOff Trailer

• 2005 JDH Trussmaster 42'-60' RollOff Trailer

• 2004 Pratt 53' Roll-Off Trailer

• (2) 2005 JDH Trussmater 48' Roll-Off Trailers Call for pricing Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1997 Lakeside JDH Trussmaster 42-60 ft Stretch Trailer (BL-2)

1997 Lakeside JDH Trussmaster 42′60′ – Lakeside trailer features 5th-wheel connection, sliding tandem axle, locking rollers and hydraulic lift neck. Current DOT inspection September 2023. 50% brakes and 50% tire tread remains. 26,000 GVWR.

$33,495 FOB MO Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

1999 JDH Trussmaster 48' Roll-Off Trailer

• Hydraulic Front End

• Sliding Tandems

• Roller Locks

• Roller Brakes (not working)

• Winches & Straps

• Headache Rack

• Tires & Brakes are Good

• DOT is Current $19,900 FOB GA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1997 Lakeside JDH Trussmaster 36-51 ft Stretch Trailer (OR-1)

1997 Lakeside JDH Trussmaster 36′51′ – Lakeside trailer features 5th-wheel connection, sliding tandem axle, locking rollers and hydraulic lift neck. Current DOT inspection September 2023. 50% brakes and 50% tire tread remains. 26,000 GVWR

$28,997 FOB MO Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

1993 Wabash 48-ft Roll-off Trailer

1993 Wabash model T-30 roll-off trailer, 48-ft long, 60% tire tread remains, 60% brakes remaining. Includes locking rollers, hydraulic lift, sliding axle, headache rack and ABS brakes. GVWR 68,000 lbs. $14,997 FOB QC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2005 Usifab Roll-Splicer

Quantity of one 2005 Usifab Roll-splicer, varying diameter drive wheels press 2×3 and 2×4 dimensional lumber with plates up to (3″x15″). Can press 20 gauge, 20 gauge high-strength, 18 gauge & 16 gauge plates. 600v, 3 phase electrical required. $14,997 FOB QC

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Densetec Production Surface Material (HDPE)

Polymer Industries’ Densetec® High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) 3/4″ x 4′ x 10′ sheet material, qty 36 sheets. Used for replacing or creating highly durable production surfaces that exhibits the properties of high impact strength, abrasion resistance, and low coefficient of friction. The material’s durability makes it ideally suited for a variety of applications such as roof truss equipment, saw infeed, and numerous other industrial uses. Minimum qty. 18 sheets @ $220 ea. $3,960 – All 36 Sheets @ $200 ea. $7,200 (OEM cost is $280 per sheet).

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Truss

• $1,700,000 Annual Sales

• 125' x 60' Building is Leased

• 24' x 12' Portable Office (fully equipped)

• Lumber & Plate Inventory

• 8' x 40' Storage Container (includes contents - tyvek, concrete bags, garage doors)

• Toyota 6,000 Lb Forklift (Diesel)

• Yale 6,000 Lb Forklift (Propane)

• 2023 Maxx-D 24' Tilt Flatbed Trailer

• 2021 Maxx-D 40' Gooseneck Tilt Roller Trailer

• (2) Hydro-Air Mark 8 C-Clamp Presses with 40 Pedestals

• Steel Support Structure & Steel Floor for Mark 8 System

• (2) Additional C-Clamps Only

• Field Repair Press

• (2) Chop Saws with Infeed/Outfeed Tables

• (3) Lumber Racks

• Lumber/Material Carts

• 2 CY Dumpster

• Air Compressor & Staple Guns

• Battery Operated Bander with 4 Rolls of Banding

• Other Misc Items

EMSI Teeter Cart

Width – 46” / Length – 73” / Load Capacity – 2850 pounds / Pneumatic tires – 14.5 inch / Maximum utility in truss plants, panel plants, and lumber yards / Quick Assembly by bolting parts together / All hardware is supplied / Upright 2 x 4’s not supplied / Medium duty tires rated at 1500 lbs each are included. Call for Price

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc.

612-521-9193

www.eidemachinery.com

Used - Quincy

NEW GALVANIZED STEEL STRAPPING

1 1/4" wide x .035 thick. $159 per coil. $2,950 per skid (21 coils). FOB PA. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

AMI Industrial Floor Carts

AMI's industrial floor trucks (material carts) are designed of hardwood construction, fitted with space-age phenolic, roller-bearing wheels, and ball bearing swivel casters for strength and durability. AMI's phenolic wheels resist shock without chipping. They are non-sparking, non-marking, and can be operated continuously between -50℉ and 260℉. They are unaffected by grease, oil or debris on your shop floor.

Series "B" AMI Industrial Floor Truck

Our swivel casters are precision built with perfectly aligned raceways. All cold-form parts are made to exacting tolerances from heavy-gauge steel, and are hardened for severe service and long wear. Series B-4 carts include four casters, one at each corner, to prevent "tri-cycling" of long lumber loads.

2005

(For Repair or Parts)

6 detection zones to locate missing plates. Horn & zone lights indicate missing plates. 12" to 60" adjustable height from floor. 110 Volt / 1 Phase. New control panel switches & lights in 2014. Needs circuit board repair or replacement and new tower light. Includes 4 extra detection zone boxes.

$2,500 NOW $1,500 FOB NE

Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

Hain 20' Powered Measuring System Adapts to Any Saw. Left or Right Hand Operation. Feet & Inches System (Stops at 12” Centers) or Inches System (Stops at 10” Centers). Motor: 1/4 HP Linear Actuator (110 Volt). Stop Rail: 2 x 4 x 1/4” Aluminum Extrusion. Stops: Jig Bored Steel. Stop Blocks: Machine Billet Aluminum. Optional Lengths from 5’ to 60’. Optional Gang Stop. Add $890 per 10’ Section of Heavy Duty Roller Conveyor with Stands $8,990

Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Sweed Scrap (Band) Chopper with Stand

1/2 HP Motor (115/208-230 Volt)

$1,900 NOW $1,750 FOB NE.

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

Standard Models Available Max Load Weight (lbs.)

2748 27" x 48" Series "B" & "C" 2500

3248 32" x 48" Series "B" & "C" 2500

3260 32" x 60" Series "B" & "C" 2800

3660

4000

*Other models and sizes are available on request. FOB NC. Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Koorsen Connector Detector

By Caleb Knudson, Product Engineering Manager

AInnovating from the Ground Up: Welcome to the Future!

t Simpson Strong-Tie, Risk-Taking Innovation is central to our mission of helping people design and build safer, stronger structures. We’ve devoted a tremendous amount of effort and resources to thoughtfully cultivating a culture of innovation. And as Engineers, we’ve been armed with quite a toolbox of resources toward that end, including state-of-the-art testing laboratories, virtual modeling and simulation tools, 3D printing capabilities, old-fashioned engineering judgment, and last but certainly not least, the collective knowledge of hundreds of Simpson reps in the field.

This framework has served us well as we set off to develop innovative products, processes and services. However, in my 18-plus years at Simpson, I’ve also come to realize that innovation is rarely characterized by a lightbulb moment, as depicted by Walter Isaacson in various biopics, but rather is facilitated when there is a robust process in place to bring the right people together at the right time to focus on the right problems.

One of the first problems and subsequent innovation projects I worked on at Simpson was aimed at reducing the installed cost of top-flange I-joist hangers by eliminating joist nails altogether. At first glance, this undertaking seemed a bit derivative given that we’d recently introduced the face-mount IUS I-joist hanger with a snap-in seat feature.

However, we quickly found out that when we didn’t have face nails providing lateral restraint for the hanger flanges, this project was anything but derivative. The I-joist needed to be able to be easily installed with a single foot stomp or press down. This meant that the hanger flanges would need to bow out and spring back to the original position without causing inelastic deformation to the hanger flanges or Strong-Grip™ seat prongs that might compromise the uplift capacity. This also needed to work for the full range of hanger width and height combinations, each featuring a unique seat stiffness.

In addition to ease of installation and structural performance, we also wanted to ensure the joists remained firmly seated when in service and floor squeaks were minimized.

US Face-Mount I-Joist Hanger and IUS Installed

Over the course of over two dozen unique prototypes, we found just the right combination of joist hanger flange contour, flange and seat embossment size, quantity and placement, and Strong-Grip seat prong configuration. From these elements, the ITS I-Joist TopFlange Hanger with Snap-In Bottom Flange was born. All these design features combined to satisfy our performance requirements, and as an ancillary benefit the importance of a thoughtful design of experiment was reinforced.

A more recent innovation project that I worked on was the Strong-Wall® High–Strength Wood Shearwall (WSWH).

The WSWH’s predecessor, the WSW, was a very successful product due to its versatility, ease of installation, and most of all, field trimmability, but the design values weren’t where they needed to be. For prefabricated shearwalls, the lateral design values are typically governed by allowable drift for both wind and seismic applications. While our primary goal was to increase strength and stiffness, we needed to ensure these performance characteristics didn’t come at the expense of ductility, deformation capacity, or post-peak vertical load-carrying capacity.

We initiated the project with the mindset that we could achieve our performance objectives by simply modifying the existing holdown, i.e., increasing bearing plate thickness, beefing up welding or adding steel stiffeners. Not only did this approach not give us the strength we needed, but it also introduced brittle failure mechanisms in the holdown and increased cost. At this point we decided to take a step back and return to first principles — I’ll add that some of the most significant innovation projects I’ve been involved with are also the simplest in form and function.

ITS High Aspect Ratio and ITS Low Aspect Ratio

WSWH Prefabricated Wood Shearwall

We knew that maximizing the section modulus of the LSL panel at the locations of highest stress would minimize panel drift. So we opted not to cut out sizable chunks of material to accommodate large welded holdowns and were more strategic about the milling and material removal we performed.

We knew there’s a reason why ACI 318 requires an 8D stretch length for anchor bolt design. So we moved the point of anchorage restraint higher in the panel and holdown element in order to capitalize on ductility from anchor bolt elongation.

We knew that fastener yield theory, as first detailed by Johansen, is characterized by plastic hinge formation in the fastener and localized wood bearing. So we looked to incorporate these elements into the WSWH design where it made sense. The behavior mechanics of the assembled WSWH prefabricated shearwall are shown here.

This innovative and patented design provided relative allowable design value increases ranging from 10% to 75%, depending on the model, while producing the closest approximation to elasticperfectly plastic hysteresis curves I’ve seen to date. While maddening at times, this one was a fascinating project during which we learned a ton through empirical research and had a lot of fun breaking things along the way.

I’ll conclude this on the same topic that Dan Hesington previously discussed — mass timber. This is a relatively new material to design and build with, and we as an industry are learning a lot as we go. For some recent developments, check out our SE Blog posts discussing the Heavy Seated Knife Plate Beam Hanger for Mass Timber and High-Capacity Tension Straps for Mass Timber Engineering. Also, look for upcoming SE Blog posts discussing Mass Timber Diaphragm Design, Construction Durability for Fasteners, and Tension Perpendicular-to-Grain Reinforcement.

The article, Innovating from the Ground Up: Welcome to the Future!, appeared first on Simpson Strong-Tie Structural Engineering Blog. To sign-up to receive the Engineering Blog in your inbox, go to seblog.strongtie.com/subscribe

Copyright © 2024 Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. All Rights Reserved

WSWH Behavior

Holdown Design Differences — WSW vs. WSWH

A dverti $ er

Alpine Lumber Carousel

• 7 Bunk Capacity (up to 12' Lumber)

• Pushbutton Control Station

• 10 HP / 3 Phase Motor

• In working condition when removed in August 2023

$11,900 FOB Manitoba Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

2002 Atlas Copco Rotary Screw Air Compressor

• Model GX11FF

• 15 HP Rotary Screw Air Compressor (230/460 Volt - 3 Phase)

• 13,443 Hours

• 51.7 CFM at 128 PSI

• 80 Gallon Tank

• Built-in Air Dryer does not work

• Includes separate 2012 Pneumatech AD-50 Air Dryer (1 Phase)

$4,250 FOB TX Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

Material Carts

36" x 62" Steel Framed Material Carts with 2 Vertical Metal Posts

6" Wheels (2 Fixed & 2 Swivel)

22 Available at $325 Each $6,500 for all

Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

MISC.

SL-Laser Model ProDirector 7 Projection System

Improved model ProDirector 7, green-color laser projection system from SL-Laser. Projects roof truss, floor truss and wall panel design images accurately onto building surface for faster setup and fabrication times. New employees are productive more quickly, with less training required. Each laser head provides 21′ projection length (at 15-foot ceiling heights). New model PD7 projector heads are smaller in size than previous models, have diodes that are easier than ever to swap out and maintain, and project an even clearer line onto the building surface.

System includes projector heads, cables, mounting hardware for attachment to customer’s structure, factory installation, training, and options for computer controls. Works with each connector plate manufacturer’s design software. Modular nature of the laser heads allows for easy future expansion of system length. 120 volt, 1 phase.

FOB NC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2010 SL-Laser PD-4 Laser System

2010 SL-Laser model ProDirector-4, 4-head system includes four (4) projectors with universal mounts, two (2) PC terminals with stands and all available cables. Green laser projection. In working order when decommissioned. Replacement cards no longer available. Projectors can be used to prolong the life of an existing PD-6 projector. 120 v, 1 phase electrical required.

$26,875 FOB QC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

2017 L-M Double End-Bump Rollcase Station

2017 L-M Double End-Bump Rollcase. This unit serves an integral part of precision package cutting. The heavy duty steel fabricated main frame of the Rollcase is assembled with 10 bed rolls, machined from 5″ steel pipe. All ten (10) rolls are driven together with RC80 roller chain. Back up rolls are also mounted on the main frame to align the package squarely to the bumping surfaces. A hydraulic 40 gallon power unit delivering 20 GPM is used to power bed rollers that are driven to pound the package of lumber against a reinforced steel face, to flush up one end which either eliminates or reduces end trims. A variable speed drive allows for precision control during the bumping process. Includes 15 HP electric motor, motor starter, strainer, relief valve, return filter and all available accessories at the hydraulic unit. 230/460 volt, 3 phase electric power required.

$34,997 FOB OH Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.co

2021 All Lift Stand-Alone Jib Crane

2021 All Lift 3-Ton floor mounted jib crane with 18-ft span, 16-ft reach and 10′-6″ working height, with a 360° rotating boom, this heavy-duty jib crane can provide service to large areas. All Lift jib cranes feature a heavy wall structural steel pipe mast with a 78″ diameter reinforced base plate, allowing for continuous alignment and minimal deflection. The rolled steel I-beam features a tapered flange for smooth trolley travel, and safety end stops at both ends of the boom. (must be mounted on a 4′ deep cement foundation with rebar). System includes an electric 3-Ton capacity hoist with a trolley connecting to a Panels Plus panel lift with 12′ wall height capacity. New, this complete system costs approx. $25,000 (with “soft costs” that included freight and install, approx. $30k total). 230 volt electrical required.

$19,997 FOB az Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.co

2016 5-Bay Ranger LRS, with (4) Magazines

2016 Ranger LRS designed to fit the MiTek Blade linear saw, includes (5) lumber carts, (4) lumber magazines, overall beam length of 50-ft with end column supports, footprint of 50′ x 52′. Pick head is screw-type. Includes light-curtain perimeter beam, operator’s console, perimeter safety fencing and rails for carts.

$81,995

2021 Triad Floor Cassette System

TRIAD GENERATION 3 FRAMING TABLE

Lengths to 76'

Powered Width Adjustment (6'-9" to 18'-3")

Joist Locators at 16", 24" and 19.2" Centers

Accommodates 2x8 through 2x12 Lumber, LVL, I-Joists & Open Web Floor Trusses

TRIAD STUD STITCHER WITH MATERIAL BRIDGE

Programmable Touch Screen

3 Tool Mounts on Each Side (Excludes Nail Guns)

Bridge Auto Return

4,000 Lb Capacity Material Bridge (joists, studs or drywall)

$339,000 NOW $289,000 FOB CO

TRIAD TRIDENT NAIL BRIDEG WITH ROUTER Programmable Touch Screen

3 Tool Mounts with Tilt Capacity (Excludes Nail Guns)

Router Mount (Excludes Router Motor)

Auto Sizing Plate Fire

Bridge Auto Return

Accommodates Horizontal & Vertical Decking

Needs replacement sensors

208 Volt / 3 Phase

New price was $481,488

Installation is available at additional expense

Used Teeter Carts

Triad 20' Power Chain Conveyor

• Foot Pedal Control

• 2 Pairs available at $7,500 Each Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

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Steel teeter carts, quantity of (16), for moving bulk material for production staging, can be used to deliver full units to sawyer or long cut material to an assembly area at a convenient working height. Size 72″ long x 46″ wide x 32″ high, 2,500 lb. load capacity. Feature (2) pneumatic tires/ steel wheel, and (2) swivel casters. Units shown without large tires: quantity of (3) at $500 each.

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

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FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2008 Genie GTH-1056 Telehandler

Genie telehandler lifts up to 10,000 lbs over 10 ft high, and up to 5,000 lbs 56 ft high. Can also extend out 42 ft. carrying up to 3,000 lbs. Features a 74 HP diesel engine with 3 speed transmission. Also features 3-mode power steering (2-wheel, 4-wheel coordinated and crab), frame leveling +/- 10º, and Full time 4WD with front and rear limited slip differential (LSD). Vehicle weight is 31,900 lbs. 4,618 hours on the telehandler.

765-751-9990

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“Ovation” Door Machining Center (DMC) New Builders Automation Machinery

“Ovation” series, door machining center (DMC). Fully programmable, two-stage door machine featuring (27) axes of operation. Can be specified with either two or four front machining heads. Machine is side-eject, direct-drive with helical gear racks and gear protection from dust. The door loader is driven by an absolute encoder; no stepping motors, belts or exposed ball screws are used.

More information Click Here

Price based on configuration Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Trucks & Trailers

• Automated Component & Linear Saws (2010 & Newer)

• Monet DeSauw or TimberMill Manual Component Saws

• Floor Web Saws

• Spida (Apollo) Saws with Truss Automation

• Bunk Cutters

Truss Equipment

• Roller Gantry & Hydraulic Press Systems

• Finish Rollers

• Truss Stackers

• Floor Truss Machines

• Lumber Splicers

• Jack Tables

• C-Clamp Presses

• Stretch Roll-Off Trailers

• Go oseneck Roll-Off Trailers

Modular Equipment

• Pacific Automation or MiTek Mobile Home Press

Contact Wasserman & Associates for a Fair Market Value Assessment of your Used Equipment Operational, Needs Work, and Parts Only equipment will be considered!

Builders Automation Machinery (BAM) door loader, model 2001. Allows you to stack door slabs horizontally and feeds them into a horizontal door machine like the BAM model 996E-TS. Mechanically adjusts door stack height vertically as slabs are fed into machine. Clamp automatically adjusts to type and size of door slab: steel, solid-core or hollow-

programmed controller manages the loading

door machine

and heavy-duty drive train

approximately (30) seconds per

Hain Systems Framer

T+/- .010 Inches

Stop Rail: 2 x 4 x 1/4 Aluminum Extrusion

he Hain Systems Framer (HSF) will help you build square and accurate wall panels for residential or commercial construction applications. It will help you cut building costs by saving time and improving your quality. It’s a reliable, efficient and proven system that features a ruggedly simple design. The HSF is based on a proven design with over 20 years of actual production use and maintenance experience. It comes fully assembled and is designed for portable job site framing or in-plant permanent installation. The table has many optional attachments and will support Mylar Tape wall layout or any other type of layout. The optional gun rails can also be retro-fit to any table.

Stops: Jig Bored Steel

Stop Blocks: Machine Billet Aluminum

Details:

Internal Components: Hardened, Ground and Polished Steel and Billet Aluminum

Table Construction: Thick-wall Structural Steel Tubing, Jig Welded for Accuracy

Dimensions: Length: 5 feet (60”) to 60 feet (720”)

Height: 12 inches

Air Supply: 90 psi (10 CFM Air Flow Recommended)

Depth: 12 inches

Electrical Supply: 120 VAC

Powder Coat: Industrial Gray

Dimensions: Height: 43”

Length: 16’ or 20’

Width: Adjustable 8’ to 10’ or 8’ to 12’

Shipping Weight: 3000 lbs

If you are looking for the fastest, most consistent way to measure and cut your product, then the Hain Measuring System (MEA) is your answer. The MEA changes from one length t any length instantly, up to 60’, without changing the operator’s position on the line. It is also highly accurate (+/- .010) and quickly moves from one length to the next in seconds. The MEA is designed for quick and easy setup and is simple to use. Even a first time user will be productive with little or no training required. It can adapt to any saw and can be mounted to any surface so that you can integrate the MEA with your existing setup. The MEA is versatile allowing “left” or “right” handed operation and measurement in “feet and inches” or “inches” depending on your preference. The MEA is also available in a “Skid Mounted” version.

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Back Injuries - Get Your Workers Back in Control

Jokes about nagging back pain get stand-up comedians a lot of laughs, but back strains and sprains are not at all funny, nor should they be an unavoidable curse to anyone.

Back injuries suffered in California’s workplaces last year ran up a bill of millions of dollars. Those disabling back injuries were no laughing matter for the workers who lost time from work or from their personal activities. The sad truth is that most of the pain and lost time could have been prevented if workers had been more aware of how their backs function and how to safely lift bulky or heavy loads.

The back is a network of fragile ligaments, discs, and muscles which can easily be thrown out of order. The back’s complex design breaks down when it is forced to perform activities it was not designed to do.

One sure way to risk injuring the back is to lift heavy or bulky loads improperly or unassisted. The unsupported back cannot operate like a derrick or a crane boom. Lifting with the back twisted or bent just begs for a pulled muscle or ruptured disc. The back can be damaged quickly but can take a long time to heal. So workers should be encouraged to do their lifting with good sense and a little extra help from a co-worker or mechanical aid.

Workers should learn to squat over the item to be lifted, and face it squarely. In this position, the back gets added lifting strength and power from the legs and arms. Teach workers to tilt the item on edge with its long axis straight up so the the center of the weight is as high as possible above the ground. Next, the worker should move up close to the item, because the backbone must act as a supporting column, and it takes the least strain close in. In this position, the worker is ready to lift. Still squatting, the feet should be set with legs pointed right at the load, with the back straightened, the worker may then grasp the load with both arms and slowly stand up with it.

Mantenga bajo control la espalda de los trabajadores

Las bromas acerca de los persistentes dolores de espalda proporcionan a los cómicos de micrófono una fuente de innumerables carcajadas, pero los esguinces y distensiones de la espalda no tienen nada de cómico, ni deben constituir un padecimiento inevitable para ninguna persona.

En California, el año pasado las lesiones de la espalda sufridas en los sitios de trabajo representaron millones de dólares, una cantidad de dinero que no tiene nada de cómico. Ni tampoco lo tienen esas incapacitantes lesiones de la espalda para los trabajadores, quienes perdieron tiempo de trabajo o tiempo para sus actividades personales. La triste verdad es que la mayoría del dolor y el tiempo perdido pudo haberse prevenido si los trabajadores hubieran estado más conscientes de la forma en que funciona la espalda y de cómo levantar sin peligro cargas pesadas o voluminosas.

La espalda está formada por una red de frágiles ligamentos, discos y músculos que pueden lesionarse muy fácilmente. El complejo diseño de la espalda se lesiona cuando se le fuerza a realizar actividades para las que no ha sido diseñado.

Una forma en que con toda seguridad se expone a una lesión de la espalda consiste en levantar cargas pesadas o voluminosas de manera inadecuada o sin asistencia. La espalda, sin soporte, no puede trabajar como una grúa o brazo de izamiento. Al levantar algo con la espalda torcida o doblada, se expone a un desgarramiento muscular o a una hernia discal. La espalda puede lesionarse rápidamente, pero demora mucho tiempo en sanarse. Por esto, debe estimularse a los trabajadores para que al levantar objetos lo hagan con sentido común y con la ayuda de un compañero de trabajo o de un dispositivo mecánico.

A good way to help workers learn the right from the wrong way to lift, is to have them practice lifting correctly a few times. They will notice that the correct way to lift is the easiest way to lift the load, with the least strain and awkwardness. To lift the wrong way will, over time, cause injury and pain and then no one will be laughing.

Los trabajadores deben aprender a ponerse completamente de frente y en cuclillas sobre el objeto que van a levantar. En esta posición, la espalda aprovecha la fuerza y resistencia adicionales de las piernas y los brazos. Enseñe a los trabajadores a inclinar el objeto sobre el borde con su eje más largo hacia arriba, de manera que el centro de gravedad se ubique lo más arriba posible sobre el suelo. A continuación, el trabajador debe colocarse cerca del objeto para hacer que la columna vertebral se comporte como una columna de apoyo y exija así el menor esfuerzo. En esta posición, el trabajador estará listo para levantar el objeto. Desde la posición en cuclillas, con los pies colocados de manera que las piernas apunten directamente hacia la carga, y con espalda derecha, el trabajador puede entonces sujetar la carga con ambos brazos y ponerse de pie lentamente.

Un buen método de aprendizaje consiste en hacer que los trabajadores practiquen varias veces la forma correcta de levantar un objeto. Al hacerlo notarán que es la forma más fácil de levantarlo, ya que requiere el menor esfuerzo e incomodidad. Cuando los trabajadores se acostumbran a cargar objetos de manera incorrecta, con el tiempo sufren lesiones y dolores, y ninguno sentirá deseos de reír.

The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not

information provided to us and relate only to those conditions specifically discussed. We do not

healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.

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International Manufacturing Technology Show – IMTS 2024 Chicago, IL

National Assoc. of Home Builders (NAHB) Professional Women in Building Week online

Offsite Construction Summit Denver, CO

Gulf Atlantic Building Products Expo – The Main Event Orlando, FL

Forest Economic Advisors (FEA) Forest Products Forum Portland, OR

Construction Suppliers Assoc. (CSA) Conference & Tradeshow Miramar, FL

United Hardware Fall Buying Market Rochester, MN

OCTOBER 2024

National Assoc. of Home Builders (NAHB) Fall Leadership Meeting San Antonio, TX

Building Component Manufacturers Conference and Framer Summit (BCMC | FS) Milwaukee, WI

Zonda’s Future Place Irving, TX

United Hardware 2024 Fall Buying Market St. Cloud, MN

Zonda’s Q4 Housing Market Forecast online

Lumbermens Merchandising Corp (LMC) Expo Philadelphia, PA

Orgill Winter Online Buying Event online

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BIM Management & Viewer

Project Management

Perpetual Inventory Management

Procurement / MRP

Warehouse & Fulfillment

Supply Chain Management

Production Management

Timesheet Management

Client Relations Management

The truss industry relies on 3rd party quality assurance services to provide random visits to review the plants Quality Assurance program along with their operations. If your plant needs to comply with the IRC, IBC and to those who depend on solid, experienced QA expertise, we ask you to consider selecting Timber Products Inspection, Inc. (TP) as your choice for 3rd party inspections.

Proudly serving the forest products industry for over 50 years, TP brings the expertise you need to ensure your business is successful. As a responsible partner, TP delivers to clients, employees, and the industries we serve the confidence to drive value through the effective use of our diverse professional team.

TP would like to welcome the following authorized agents to our inspection team, each of whom have many years of experience in the truss industry!

• Al Coffman

• Jean Hart • Curt Holler • Chuck Ray

Glenn Traylor • Elliot Wilson

If you have questions about how you can make this selection, please contact your authorized agent above or Glenn Traylor at 919-280-5905 or trusguy@gmail.com. https://www.tpinspection.com/ https://www.tpinspection.com/auditing-services/truss

Are you a skilled Truss Designer or Wall Panel designer seeking a better work-life balance? Look no further! Our client is offering a unique opportunity for talented designers like you to thrive in an environment that respects your personal and professional needs.

In this position, you'll have the flexibility to choose from various working arrangements to accommodate your lifestyle. Some of our employers offer a 32-hour workweek with full benefits, allowing you to strike a perfect balance between your career and personal life. You can work in the office, remotely, or in a hybrid setup, depending on your location and skill level.

Truss Designer - MiTek J15327 Florida (Central or Eastern Time Zone Candidates)

Remote Truss Designer J14203 Indiana

Truss Designer J14136 South

Truss Designer J11629 MO

Truss Designer - 32 hour week* J15310 Remote

LGS/CFS Estimator J14141 TN

CFS Truss Designer | Wall Panel Designer J15323 Midwest

Outside Sales - Wall Panels, EWP & Trusses Eastern Ontario

EWP Designer-J15283 Eastern Ontario

Senior Truss & EWP Designer - J15320 AB, BC, ON

Remote Senior Truss Designer - Truss J15266 South

Truss Plant Operations Manager J15318 Florida

Assistant Truss Plant Manager J15311 Central Florida

Production Manager/Inside SalesJ15316 Southern Ontario

Senior Truss Designer - J15315 Southern Ontario

EWP Designer - J15314 BC

Remote Truss Designer J15313 New England

Truss Designer J15285 New England

Truss Designer J14164 Florida

Truss Designer - MiTek - Remote or OS J15312 Florida or Remote (Central or Eastern Time Zone Candidates)

Remote MultiFamily Truss Designer Wall Panel Designer J5309 Central Timezone

Outside Sales - Multifamily Turn Key Framing J15308 Houston

Remote Truss Designer J15307 Full Time Remote

Implementation and Support Specialist J15306

100% Remote - Northeast

CFS Truss Designer J15269 Remote or in the Midwest

Remote Wall Panel Designer - J15304

Remote - Eastern US

Remote Truss Designer - MiTek J15303 Florida or remote

Remote Truss Designer - MegaMultifamily J15302 Central time zone

Hybrid Remote Truss Designer - Single Family J14212

Remote or in office (IN)

Senior Mega-Multifamily Designer J15301

Northern California

Remote Truss Designer - MiTek J15228 Florida

Residential Order Tech J15232 South

Truss Designer J15250 South

Truss Designer J15251 South

Truss Designer J15286 Indiana

Truss Designer J15290 Ohio or Hybrid Remote

Remote Wall Panel Designer - Production Builder Market J14107 Remote Indiana

Truss Designer J14165 Carolinas

ID: C10968

Senior Wood Truss Designer - Part Time

Relocation: REMOTE, Florida, Alabama, Georgia

Candidate desires to use his career long industry experience to be the best Part Time Remote Designer you have. Prior truss plant owner for 10 years, strong production and operations management background, and JobLine Senior Designer rating in truss design using MiTek software. Also has FASTBeam experience. Products: floor & roof trusses. Markets: Single family custom, multi family, tract and light commercial. Was successful in creating strong teams in production, design and customer service, but the local economy and overwhelming competition was more than he could overcome from a small plant perspective. Degree: BSEE

Compensation: Based on employee or 1099 status.

Thom's Notes: I have worked with this candidate as an employer for years. Very detail oriented. Fair, honest, and customer service oriented. Very design/liability conscious. Scored 98

ID: C18659

CFS Truss Designer | Wood Truss Designer - Remote/Full-time or Part-time.

Relocation: Florida, Georgia, Louisiana

I have accumulated nearly 40 years of experience in the truss industry. Initially, I served as a truss layout draftsperson for the first two years of my career, gradually progressing to roles such as estimator and truss designer. I enhanced my skills by completing truss design courses and seminars offered by MiTek Industries, a globally recognized software and hardware company. Throughout the majority of my career, I specialized as a wood truss designer. In the last 8 to 10 years, I assumed the role of a lightweight truss designer.

Over the course of my career, I diversified my responsibilities, undertaking roles such as estimator, field and job site inspector, plant supervisor, coordinator, and customer service representative.

Compensation: $30-32hr

ID: C10186

Remote CFS, LGS Designer - Multifamily/ Commercial

Relocation: Texas

One of my best CFS designers, the candidate has 20+ years experience in commercial, multifamily, and pagoda style structures. Want to know more, give me a call or make an inquiry.

ID: C10853

Remote Design Manager | Remote Offshore Design Project Manager

Relocation: Texas, Georgia, USA - South

Top level Engineering/Design Management

candidate, 14+- years experience Truss, 4+- Panel experience. Has experience building and integrating offshore design resources with internal design departments and training design managers to better utilize offshore capabilities. Large volume manufacturer experience. MiTek Sapphire design/layout proficient. Too confidential to go into more detail.

Compensation: $120k+

ID: C18549

Remote Wall Panel Designer

Relocation: USA - ALL States Wall panel designer with 10 years' experience including production builders, single family custom and small to medium multifamily projects. MiTek Sapphire software experience.

ID: C18426

Remote Truss Designer

Relocation: Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Maryland, Florida, Georgia, Nebraska, REMOTE, Costa Rica, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Washington DC, Rhode Island, Saskatchewan, Oregon, Ontario, North Dakota, New York, New Mexico, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Nevada, Montana, Mississippi, Minnesota, Massachusetts, Kentucky, Delaware, Conneticut, California, Arizona, Alaska

Offshore Truss Designer with MiTek experience. The candidate is a civil engineer with 6 years' truss design experience for companies in Texas and Florida. Prior work for BFS and smaller manufacturers. Bilingual Spanish/English with a company set up to make paying easy. Scored 89 on our truss design skills evaluation, which is near the senior designer level. He is also SBCA I & II certified. He is willing to go to work immediately.

Compensation: $65-75k as a subcontractor, no benefits or taxes.

We haven't represented offshore candidates in the past but feel this candidate is worth a shot. Please contact Thom for additional details.

ID: C11370

General | Plant Manager/OperationsTruss/Panel/Framing Package Relocation: Texas, Arizona

20 years' experience. Started in production, advanced to Saw Supervisor, Production Manager, Plant Manager, now General Manager. As General Manager operated a $125M truss plant. Tripled output and reduced errors and labor cost. Developed and implemented standards and procedures to manage quality and costs. As Plant Manager (4 years), manage all the operation of the manufacturing plant, such as Productivity, logistics, efficiencies, costs.

As Production Manager (12 years), manage all the areas of the manufacturing across the plant. Safety, quality control, efficiencies, HR, etc... Software: MiTek, Word, Excel, OptiFrame. Products: R & F Truss, Panel, Framing package. Markets: Single Family, Multifamily, Custom Homes. Bilingual English/Spanish spoken and written. Degree in Industrial Engineering.

Compensation: $90's+ bonus ($100k min)

ID: C10897

Design Manager/Senior Designer/PE/ Optimizer - Truss/Panel/EWP Relocation: REMOTE

30 year industry veteran, started as a Truss Designer, earned his way to Design Manager over 20+ designers. MiTek - Advanced, AutoCAD proficient. BSCE - PE.

Compensation: Open??

Thom's Notes: PE with Mid Atlantic seals

ID: C18565

Designer: Truss/Panel, Wood/Steel, BIM

Relocation: North Carolina Material take-offs, proposals, job-site meetings, Submittal Tracking, Excellent Problem-solving Skills, Material Ordering, Field Measuring, 3-D Modeling Program (3-D and 4-D BIM in-house), Generated material take-offs from the BIM model, Coordinated RFI's thru the BIM model, Clash detection between wood trusses, structural steel and LVL's. 3-D Scan's of job-sites. Scheduled / Distributed work to 6 designers Cross-trained all designers in roof floor and wall panels for whole-house design.

ID: C18370

Plant | Location | General ManagerTruss/Panel Relocation: California, Nevada

Highly experienced (20+ years) roof and floor truss, and wall panel manufacturing manager. Started in the plant as builder, then sawyer, supervisor, truck driver, maintenance manager, designer, outside sales, plant manager, operations manager, and general manager. OSHA trained, developed and implemented safety programs. Successful turn around experience, hands on ability to work with departments to combine individual strengths into one team effort, lower costs, and meet quality and volume expectations. Past experience negotiating better vendor programs to lower costs and improve inventory turns.

ID: C10507

Senior Management - Truss/Panel/ Lumber/Installed Services

Relocation: USA - Western

I am a Diverse driven individual seeking a position in the fast paced construction component industry where my professionalism in sales, business and leadership skills along with a strong proven

background in, General Management, Operations, Sales Management, strategic alliances, business development, team building, P&L experience and Customer Satisfaction will play an integral part in growing new business, nurturing existing business or developing company operations to meet the highest level of efficiencies, standards and safety while having fun doing it!

ID: C11834

General/Regional Manager - Truss/Panel

Relocation: Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Ontario, Vermont

As District Manager: Responsible for the financial performance of three wood truss and wall panel plants, two Millwork and door assembly facilities and one installed labor location in multiple states. Group revenues increased from $50 million/year in to $70 million per year. Devised a “buy versus make” purchasing protocol in to ensure that internal truss and Millwork plants were operating at capacity before using outside vendors that supplied similar products. Spearheaded a “hub and spoke” organizational structure for three truss plants. This plan optimized scarce design talent, reduced clerical expenses, and synchronized output at each plant. Restructured the installed labor division to include material estimators, lumber salespeople and cost accounting methods in 2005. The changes resulted in a 400k gain in profits. Drafted corporate training material for fall protection and new hire safety orientation.

As General Manager: Won “Gold Store” award for exceeding company goals in profits, sales growth, and ROA. Served on a corporate manufacturing audit and operating performance team that made

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The recommendations to under performing truss plants. Two of the facilities audited became “Gold Stores” the following year. When the sales of three district stores were allocated to the truss plant, the lost business ($1.5 million/year) was made up and organic sales grew by over 10%. Sales volume grew from $11 million per year to over $15 million per year.

ID: C18459

Remote Wall Panel Designer | Wall Panel Designer

Relocation: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario

8 Years' experience as a wall panel designer. Uses HSB CAD, AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit. Everything from Single family custom to multifamily and modular.

ID: C18387

Division Manager, VP Operations, President - Truss | Panel | Building Materials | Pro Dealer

Relocation: Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Texas, USASouth, Virginia, Washington DC, Wisconsin

Executive level manager, VP, President with $1+B P&L responsibility. Lumber, building materials, trusses, wall panels, and CFS background. Inquire to discuss this candidate.

ID: C18449

Estimator | Designer - Truss, Panel | Prior carpenter

Relocation: Ohio, Pennsylvania

Prepare and distribute estimates to competing bidders. Calculate labor, time, and material estimated per individual job. Read, analyze, and interpret residential and commercial blueprints. Ensure projects meet the proper building codes and standards for the industry. Communicate with prospective bidders both over the phone and in person. Design and engineer roof trusses, floor trusses, pre-fabricated wall panels, and EWP. Gained first-hand experience setting trusses in the field during prior construction job. Design roof systems to be most efficient and inexpensive when being constructed in the field. Design complete models in MiTek Sapphire. Design and engineer roof trusses and transfer loads throughout the structure as need. Also design and engineer beams and hangers when necessary.

ID: C12414

Truss Designer | Wall Panel Designer | All Hats

Relocation: Arizona

Engineered panel and truss design, developed material take off for turnkey build up, worked in coordination with multiple plants and design teams, worked closely with material suppliers on take offs and estimating.

I've worked for decades in the construction industry. Not only in new construction,

but additions and remodels as well using innovative designs for added value and to drive down cost. In addition to experience with MiTek, Wallbuilder and other design software packages, I have extensive manual trig/math skills. I use these to back check questionable loads as well to design from scratch in the field when needed. I have also written tutorials for the training of others and checked other designer's work as a Design Manager at a Panel Plant. All things being equal, I love working in components whether designing, cutting, building or setting components at the site.

ID: C18430

Truss Designer | Remote Truss Designer Relocation: USA - South, USA - Southwest, USA - ALL States

Extensive experience in truss estimating and design. Proficient in designing roof and floor trusses for a variety of projects including: custom homes, track homes, multi-family, mega-multifamily, and light commercial projects. I always get everyone involved with the project like architect, engineers, homeowners, and sales personnel Many times I go to the job site for the convenience of the framer and see what kind of condition or changes they might have; this way we will be working on the same page. Also included in my experience is purchasing material, negotiating contracts, setting up deliveries, steel and cmu detailing for steel columns and beams, with almost 25 years of experience in the construction business. MiTek Sapphire.

ID: C18367

Wall Panel Designer | Remote Wall Panel Designer | Mega-Multifamily Relocation: Utah

Remote wall panel design for medium to large scale MF. Remote estimating using MiTek Sapphire to get a more accurate material count. 100,000 - 500,000 sq ft MF projects primarily in the New England Market with the panel plant being in New Brunswick. Also worked on projects in the Arizona, Texas, and California markets.

Compensation: $70's+ (45+- hours)

ID: C18365

Intermediate Canadian Remote Truss Designer - Sapphire Relocation: Ontario

Remote Truss Designer available.. Currently provides technical support and designs to lumber distributors for roof systems for residential and commercial applications. Provides technical assistance and support to the distribution staff to meet client demands for engineered wood structural applications. Ensures that wood truss fabricators, lumber distributors and specifiers have adhered to established building standards, codes and practices. Maintains extensive knowledge of structural analysis programs such as MiTek SAPPHIRE Structure design software. Analyze/prepare engineered

wood designs and details for Design Engineer review and approval. Generate manufacturing information and quotations for sales team and management. Prepares the job for production. Canadian codes and standards experienced.

ID: C15958

Operations/Plant Manager - Millwork | Doors | Ply | Flooring Relocation: Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, Wyoming

30 years' experience starting in production and advancing to multi-plant operations manager. Door experience includes managing three Production Managers and five Production Supervisors, consisting of 300 hourly employees producing 11,000 doors and 10,000 face frames per day. Responsible for the manufacturing functions of all mill operations, five frame component machining cells, three frame assembly operations, four door component machining cells, three door assembly clamps, three door profiling lines, two wide belt sanding lines and specialty machining and assembly cells.

Flooring experience: Responsible for all plant functions including budgeting and P&L. Managed six Department Managers: two Production Departments, Quality Assurance, Materials, Human Resources including SHE, and Plant Engineer/Maintenance Manager including the CI program. Their staffs consist of eleven Supervisors and 330 hourly employees. The door plant operation dries lumber, cuts dimension stock, assembles and sands the doors. The panel plant produces the veneered flat and raised center panels, by cutting engineered wood and veneer from flitch and pressing the veneer to the substrate. Both plants are equipped with finishing lines.

ID: C15995

Truss Designer - MiTek

Relocation: Florida

Truss Designer. Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, and cutting/production documents. Secondary duties: checking others work. Software used: MiTek and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses and roof trusses. Market experience includes single family, multifamily, light commercial, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects. 2 years experience, MiTek software.

ID: C10789

Production Manager/Supervisor - Truss/ Panel

Relocation: Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, USA - Northwest, Wisconsin 20 years experience. Responsible for all aspects of truss and panel production, inventory, performance reviews. 65

workers, $9M year. WTCA quality control certified.

ID: C18277

Professional Engineer | Engineering Manager - Engineered Wood Products, Components Structural Hardware | Codes & Compliance

Relocation: Maryland, Minnesota, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, USA - Eastern, Virginia, Washington DC

Experienced and successful professional engineering manager with over 25 years experience in improving productivity and resolving structural problems for engineered wood product and truss manufacturers and developing innovative design software programs. Also skilled in building outstanding teams and relationships among sales, manufacturing, and engineering stakeholders. Highly educated with exceptional employment history & experience.

ID: C18250

Remote Senior Light Gage Steel Truss/ Panel Designer.

Relocation: Texas

Top level Light Gage Steel Senior Remote Designer with Truss and Panel and well as metal frame commercial project experience. Alpine, Truswal and Keymark experience.

ID: C17230

Remote Wall Panel Designer - Sapphire

Relocation: Newfoundland

My objective is to be part of a team/company and prove I am reliable, show my ability and my willingness to learn! In addition to being a newer wall panel designer, I have learned software such as Mitek Sapphire, Revit 2017, Bluebeam Revu 2016. I have recently done jobs such as designing garages and adding on additions to homes. Jobs I have worked in wall paneling include a massive wall panel job for the US (500,000+ SFT) and designed units for a senior complex. In addition to wall panels...I also add in blocking, windows, doors, etc. I also do bundling and paperwork as well.

ID: C16152

Mega-Multifamily General Manager

Relocation: Florida

Mega-Multifamily General Manager. Apply to discuss this candidate. Highly confidential.

ID: C13445

Truss Designer | Wall Panel Designer | Truss Cutting Technician

Relocation: Texas, Arizona

2 years' experience. Perfect entry level candidate. Design light gauge steel walls and trusses for residential homes and small commercial buildings. AutoCAD certificate with Architectural focus. From the candidate: I have a strong architectural background and come from a construction family. I've seen or worked in most facets of

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the construction field. From masonry work to framing to roofing since I was a teenager. I'm very passionate about what I do , self motivated and always strive to be the best. Very picky with my work and I don't like to do anything wrong and failure is not an option for me. I always try to do whatever is needed to achieve company goals.

ID: C11781

Truss Design Manager

Relocation: New York

Worked on the most complicated custom projects, commercial buildings, and apartment complexes. Quickly became a team leader and was considered company wide as an expert in truss framing and computer applications. Provided training for a group of 30 experienced component designers in topics including load tracking, truss and layout optimization, and hardware specification. Optimization training helped to reduced material costs by 5%. Developed departmental procedures to increase consistency and accuracy of all designs and estimates. Reduced errors on repetitive projects by 25% by creating the master project file database, which organized and provided fast and easy access to project information. Streamlined estimating process for commercial construction projects. Analyzed the final cost of completed projects and applied results to new estimates. Reduced estimating time by 75% Managed up to 10 designers/sales reps. Software: MiTek, AutoCAD.

ID: C15999

Outside Sales - Truss | Wall Panel | EWP | Installed Sales

Relocation: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia

16 years' experience in outside sales of trusses, wall panels, engineered wood components, stairs and other building materials. Projects range from tract to high volume multifamily apartments. Has developed new territory, improved sales in lagging markets, and met or exceeded sales goals in most years. Has turn key installed sales experience, and has limited design skills from the past. Please inquire for additional information. Easy relocate.

ID: C15857

Senior Truss Designer | Remote Truss Designer | Design Manager

Relocation: California

Truss Designer. Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, cutting/production documents, and takeoff. Secondary duties: checking others work, scheduling, repairs, customer service, inside sales, and field measurements. Software used: MiTek and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses, roof trusses, I-Joists, EWP, and hardware. Market experience includes tract, single family, single family custom, multifamily, and light commercial. My volume was varied depending on projects. Has used

MiTek, Alpine, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office programs.

The candidate has been out of the industry, working in parallel jobs, and wants to return to a design position. Scored Senior Designer using an HP calculator, 8 years after his last truss design job. Speed was faster than average too. It may take a little time for him to get up to speed on the latest software. Ranked 5 out of 5 in our system.

ID: C10810

Designer/Inside Sales - Truss Relocation: Virginia

6 years design experience, 1 inside sales. Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, cutting/production documents, and takeoff. Secondary duties: scheduling, repairs, customer service, inside sales, and field measurements. Software used: MiTek, AutoCAD, and CAD - Other. Component experience includes floor trusses and roof trusses. Market experience includes tract, single family, single family custom, multifamily, light commercial, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects. Past carpenter and framer. Has an engineering related associates degree/ drafting

Compensation: $45k+

ID: C10234

Outside Truss Sales/Technical | Estimator Relocation: Colorado, Wyoming

35 years construction experience, 25 in truss sales. Sells Trusses wholesale. Sells Trusses to Builders and Owner Builders and service the account through Design, Pricing, Production, Delivery, Installation, and problem solving. Also service National accounts which involves solving all the in-field problems. Dealing directly with the project Supervisor on missing trusses, damaged, missing plates, trusses don't plane, don't work, design errors, bad deliveries, dealing also with the building inspectors, and project engineers.

Will also consider a remote estimator position.

Compensation: Mid $30's base plus commission.

ID: C15679

LGS Truss & Panel PE

Relocation: USA - Eastern, USA - South

As Engineering Manager I was responsible for oversight of all technical and engineering engagements. Design of light gauge metal trusses, wall panels, shear walls, for hotels, retirement homes and other commercial and residential structures. Making jobs viable by replacing red-iron with light gauge metal was key to solidifying more projects. I was actively engaged in computer software development of truss design and coordinating overseas programming efforts

into truss layout.

As Senior Technical Services Engineer, I held the nation-wide responsibility for all light gauge cold-formed steel truss engineering including field applied repair design. I provided technical advice and counsel to our staff and functioned as a subject matter expert (SME) for all three product divisions. As a result, I augmented my professional registrations to include 38 States, 1 District, and 1 Canadian Province.

ID: C15673

Outside Sales - Truss/EWP/I-Joist Relocation: North Carolina

I was responsible for calling on builders and retail lumberyards selling floor and roof trusses, LVL, EWP and hardware. I would talk to the builder or lumberyard salesperson to see what there exact needs were and would then do a hand takeoff to generate pricing. I was also available do make job site visits if there were any situations that needed resolved. I went to my new employer as an Account Manager we used Mitek along with management software. I was able to take 95% of my existing customers that knew how good a job I always did for them. I was able to grow the market from $0.00 to $2,500,000. I worked with track builders, custom home builders and light commercial. With my education and passion for the building industry it was easy for me to do my job. I enjoy dealing with people, reading blue prints and being able to provide my customers with valued engineering, a quality product and outstanding customer service.

ID: C14490

General Manager | Operations Manager | Turn Around Relocation: Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington DC, West Virginia, Arkansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas Full P&L turnaround of a family owned light gage steel panel manufacturing company. Turned it form a mom and pop, into a large, functioning manufacturing company that had systems, KPI programs, personnel development, and a growing customer base. Ready to help take your company to the next level.

ID: C11976

Design/Estimating/Sales - Truss/LGS Relocation: New York

Experienced wood & cold formed steel truss designer with 12 years experience using MiTek Industries and Aegis Metal Framing products and software. Seasoned sales professional with 8 years experience selling; wood roof & floor trusses and accessories, metal roof trusses and accessories, and the sale of component design and engineering

services. A highly motivated designer and sales person with a proven track record for achieving excellence, building long term business relationships, and providing impeccable service to contractors, engineers, architects, and developers throughout New York and New England. Specialize in design build and defense contracting from early pre-bid/qualification stages through installation.

ID: C11895

Designer - Truss/I-Joists, EWP

Relocation: California, USA - ALL States, Texas, Alaska

Designer. Primary duties: design and cutting/production documents. Secondary duties: checking others work and field measurements. Software used: Alpine and MiTek. Component experience includes floor trusses, roof trusses, I-Joists, EWP, and hardware. Market experience includes single family, single family custom, multifamily, and light commercial. BS Civil Engineering. Software: Alpine, MiTek, AutoCAD, Word, Excel.

ID: C11501

Production/Plant/Location ManagerTruss/Panel/I-Joist/Framing Package Relocation: North Carolina

20 years experience. Managed 6 different locations over 12 years. Started 2 panel plant from scratch.Increased production at all plants I managed. Was promoted to Manufacturing Manager in 2009 over multiple plants. Worked closely with the designers, became proficient with the MBA and MVP programs. Trained 3 different people to become plant managers. Can operate all saws, computer systems, forklifts, trucks. Started up a Panel Plant in 2004. Plant Manager of the year two out of the three years the program was in place. Only Manager to go two years in a row, at different locations with no accidents.

Compensation: $50-70k+ incentive with future opportunity for more.

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Protect Jobsite Workers by Focusing on Fall Prevention

Posted April 25, 2024 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

OSHA’s annual National Safety Stand-Down to prevent falls in construction begins Monday, May 6. Use valuable resources from OSHA and NAHB to educate workers on fall risks and help avoid preventable injuries.

Fatalities caused by falls on jobsites continue to be the leading cause of death for construction employees, accounting for 395 of the 1,069 construction fatalities recorded in 2021, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Those deaths were preventable with the proper training, jobsite requirements and equipment.

In addition, improper fall protection is the most frequently cited OSHA violation each year for construction.

OSHA, with support from NAHB, holds a week-long stand-down to encourage construction firms to set aside time to discuss fall protection with workers. In advance of the stand-down, company managers should review their policies, training materials and equipment to make sure workers have everything they need.

Pick a specific topic to focus on — one that is relevant to the current work on the jobsite, such as scaffolding, ladder or roofing safety. Present the information to the workers, keeping it short and simple. Use visual aids or conduct hands-on demonstrations, such as how to put on a harness or inspect a ladder/scaffold.

Roofing continues to be the most dangerous job in construction for falls, with falls from roofs accounting for 33% of all fall fatalities in construction. NAHB has a roofing safety video toolbox talk that outlines proper safety procedures for roofers.

For tips on holding a stand-down, visit the NAHB Fall Safety Stand-Down page. NAHB also has a free comprehensive written toolkit on fall protection for members that includes a model plan, training resources and handouts on a wide range of fall protection topics. Consider showing the video — available in both English and Spanish — to workers during the stand-down.

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Despite Higher Mortgage Rates, New Home Sales Post Solid Gain in March

Posted April 23, 2024 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders

Reprinted with permission.

Despite higher interest rates last month, new home sales rose in March due to limited inventory of existing homes. However, the pace of new home sales will be under pressure in April as mortgage rates moved above 7% this month, which is expected to moderate sales and increase the use of builder sales incentives this spring.

Sales of newly built, single-family homes in March rose 8.8% to a 693,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate from a downwardly revised reading in February, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. The pace of new home sales in March is up 8.3% from a year earlier.

“Although consumer demand has been somewhat dampened due to higher interest rates, builders continue to supply new homes to the market to lift inventory to make up for the low resale supply,” said Carl Harris, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Wichita, Kan. “Rates moving above 7% however, will move some home buyers to the sidelines as the spring progresses.”

“Shelter inflation remains the largest, lingering obstacle to lower inflation,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “More housing supply will ultimately tame shelter inflation growth and lower interest rates. This will improve the cost of financing for land developers and home builders and enable more attainable housing supply.”

A new home sale occurs when a sales contract is signed, or a deposit is accepted. The home can be in any stage of construction: not yet started, under construction or completed. In addition to adjusting for seasonal effects, the March reading of 693,000 units is the number of homes that would sell if this pace continued for the next 12 months.

New single-family home inventory in March remained elevated at a level of 477,000, up 2.6% from February. This represents an 8.3 months’ supply at the current building pace, which has been supported by the ongoing shortage of resale homes. Data from the National Association of Realtors indicate just a 3.1 months’ supply of existing single-family homes in March, with a balanced market holding 5 to 6 months’ supply. Inventory of newly-built single-family homes is up 10.2% on a year-over-year basis.

The median new home sale price in March was $430,700, up nearly 6% from February, and down 1.9% compared to a year ago. Regionally, on a year-to-date basis, new home sales are up 15.1% in the Northeast, 17.8% in the Midwest and 28.1% in the West. New home sales are down 6.6% in the South.

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Builder Sentiment Unchanged in April

Posted April 15, 2024 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

Builder sentiment was flat in April as mortgage rates remained close to 7% over the past month and the latest inflation data failed to show improvement during the first quarter of 2024.

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes was 51 in April, unchanged from March, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. This breaks a fourmonth period of gains for the index, which nonetheless remains above the key breakeven point of 50.

“With many frustrated buyers back on the fence waiting for interest rates to fall, policymakers can help ease affordability challenges by reducing inefficient regulatory rules that raise housing costs and limit supply,” said NAHB Chairman Carl Harris, a custom home builder from Wichita, Kan.

“April’s flat reading suggests potential for demand growth is there, but buyers are hesitating until they can better gauge where interest rates are headed,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “With the markets now adjusting to rates being somewhat higher due to recent inflation readings, we still anticipate the Federal Reserve will announce future rate cuts later this year, and that mortgage rates will moderate in the second half of 2024.”

The April HMI survey also revealed that 22% of builders cut home prices this month, down from 24% in March and 36% in December 2023. However, the average price reduction in April held steady at 6% for the 10th straight month. Meanwhile, the use of sales incentives ticked down to 57% in April from a reading of 60% in March.

Derived from a monthly survey that NAHB has been conducting for more than 35 years, the NAHB/Wells Fargo HMI gauges builder perceptions of current single-family home sales and sales expectations for the next six months as “good,” “fair” or “poor.” The survey also asks builders to rate traffic of prospective buyers as “high to very high,” “average” or “low to very low.” Scores for each component are then used to calculate a seasonally adjusted index where any number over 50 indicates that more builders view conditions as good than poor.

The HMI index charting current sales conditions in April increased one point to 57 and the component gauging traffic of prospective buyers also edged one point higher to 35. The component measuring sales expectations in the next six months fell two points to 60.

Looking at the three-month moving averages for regional HMI scores, the Northeast increased four points to 63, the Midwest gained five points to 46, the South rose one point to 51 and the West registered a four-point gain to 47. HMI tables can be found at nahb.org/hmi. More information on housing statistics is also available at Housing Economics PLUS (formerly housingeconomics.com).

Housing Starts Fall on Interest Rate, Financing Concerns

Posted April 16, 2024 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders

Reprinted with permission.

Housing starts fell in March with interest rates somewhat higher than expected last month as the latest inflation readings failed to show improvement. Builders are also still facing higher supply-side costs and tighter lending conditions.

Overall housing starts decreased 14.7% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.32 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

The March reading of 1.32 million starts is the number of housing units builders would begin if development kept this pace for the next 12 months.

“Builders are grappling on several fronts as the inflation fight continues,” said Carl Harris, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Wichita, Kan. “Higher interest rates are increasing the cost of housing for prospective home buyers and raising the development and construction cost for builders of homes and apartments. At the same time, shelter inflation is rising faster than overall prices due to supply-side challenges.”

“Single-family starts were down in March as interest rates increased and multifamily production fell as builders faced tighter financing conditions,” said Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington, NAHB’s assistant vice president for forecasting and analysis. “And with single-family permits also down in March, single-family production will likely decline again in April.”

On a regional and year-to-date basis, combined single-family and multifamily starts are 21.7% lower in the Northeast, 6.0% higher in the Midwest, 0.4% lower in the South and 14.0% higher in the West. Overall permits decreased 4.3% to a 1.46 million unit annualized rate in March. Single-family permits decreased 5.7% to a 973,000 unit rate. Multifamily permits decreased 1.2% to an annualized 485,000 pace. Looking at regional data on a year-to-date basis, permits are 34.5% higher in the Northeast, 11.3% higher in the Midwest, 0.9% lower in the South and 1.0% higher in the West.

The number of single-family homes under construction totaled 689,000 in March, down 2.7% from a year ago. The number of apartments under construction totaled 957,000 in March, down 1.6% from a year ago.

While apartment construction starts are down, the number of completed units entering the market is rising due to prior elevated construction levels. The pace of completions for apartments in buildings with five or more units is up 27.4% for the first quarter of 2024 compared to the first quarter of 2023. A higher pace of completions in 2024 for multifamily construction will place some downward pressure on rent growth.

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Michael Ruede Joins 4Ward Solutions Group

Stanwood, Washington. (April 29, 2024) – 4Ward Solutions Group is pleased to announce that Michael Ruede has been appointed Chief Operating Officer for all 4Ward Solutions Group companies, including their core companies of Moducore, 4Ward Consulting, 4Ward Design, 4Ward Labor, and Innovative Offsite.

This appointment is indicative of 4Ward’s focus on solution-driven thinking. CEO Ben Hershey said, “Mike brings an incredible wealth of experience, having successfully served in senior leadership positions for multiple companies in our industry, including A-1 Industries in Florida. During our time with SBCA, I was impressed with his leadership and ability to bring people together to gravitate around decisions that needed to be made. This was particularly important as Mike navigated the association through a difficult leadership change. Mike’s experience will allow 4Ward Solutions Group to expand our many offerings in workforce training, advisory services, digital modeling, our Factory4Ward™ program, our automation/robotics solutions, and design. His leadership as COO will be instrumental to ensuring that we provide innovative and forward-thinking solutions that allow our customers to grow and prosper.”

Ruede expressed his enthusiasm for the new opportunity. “I’m thrilled to be joining the 4Ward team, and I look forward to collaborating on the projects, programs, and ideas they are developing. I’ve always had great respect for Ben and for what he’s done. The companies he and the team have built are truly amazing.”

Prior to joining 4Ward, Ruede served as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President for A-1 Industries, where he first began his career after leaving the United States Navy. In the years between his initial and final posts at A-1 Industries, he held positions of management and senior leadership at SBCA, Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company, Woodinville Lumber, and California Truss.

About 4Ward

4Ward Solutions Group is the industry expert in Offsite Manufacturing, Lean Management, Robotics & Automation, Startups & New Products, Component Design, Moducore®, and Software Development. Our combined 250+ years of experience and resources take your business to the next level by improving your efficiency, increasing profitability, and reducing waste, while focusing on modernization and innovation. Our in-house team of experienced veterans has extensive knowledge in all areas of the building industry and hands-on experience as owners and operators. For more information on 4Ward, visit their website at https://4wardconsult.com

Simpson Strong-Tie Adds Black Coating to Lineup of Deck-Drive™ DSV

WOOD Deck Screws

April 10, 2024, Pleasanton, Calif. — Simpson Strong-Tie, the leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has added black coating to its lineup of Deck-Drive DSV Wood screws.

DSV Wood deck screws are innovatively designed for the rigors of preservative-treated decking and exterior wood-to-wood applications. They feature underhead nibs, making it easy to countersink into the board for a clean, streamlined appearance; a high-low threaded tip for easier driving; a special shank designed to withstand the swelling and shrinkage common to sawn lumber decking; and low-torque threads that allow for up to 35% more screws to be driven per charge.

The screws’ other key feature is a Quik Guard coating that provides corrosion resistance against exterior elements and certain wood treatments. The DSV lineup now includes a black coating option, alongside tan, red and gray, to blend with each project’s unique color needs.

“The new black DSV screw not only provides strength and durability but also adds a touch of aesthetics to outdoor living spaces, whether you’re a professional builder or embarking on a DIY project, it’s the ideal choice for decking, fencing, outdoor furniture projects, pergolas and more,” said Eric Philip, Fasteners Product Manager for Simpson Strong-Tie.

Deck-Drive DSV Wood screws with the black Quik Guard coating come in #8 and #10 sizes and three lengths for hand-drive applications; #10 sizes are load-rated for shear, pull-through and withdrawal resistance. Multiple package sizes are available.

For more information, visit https://www.strongtie.com/deckdrive_exteriorwoodscrews/dsv_screw/p/deck-drivedsv-wood-screw

About Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.

Simpson Strong-Tie is the world leader in structural solutions — products and technology that help people design and build safer, stronger homes, buildings, and communities. As a pioneer in the building industry, we have an unmatched passion for problem solving through skillful engineering and thoughtful innovation. Our structural systems research and rigorous testing enable us to design code-listed, value-engineered solutions for a multitude of applications in wood, steel, and concrete structures. Our dedication to pursuing ever-better construction products and technology and to surrounding our customers with exceptional service and support has been core to our mission since 1956. For more information, visit strongtie.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.

Do it Best, United Hardware Announce Merger, Strengthening Commitment to Independent Retailers

FORT WAYNE, Ind., April 11, 2024 — United Hardware and Do it Best announce an approved merger, reshaping the home improvement industry landscape. United Hardware shareholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of the merger on April 5. This strategic decision reflects a shared commitment to exceptional service, quality products, and a comprehensive range of programs to empower independent home improvement business owners.

The merger will enhance efficiency, add buying power, and drive store growth for previous United Hardware dealers and Do it Best members alike. By leveraging organizational strengths and resources, the merger will provide value to members and foster their continued success.

“We’re thrilled to announce our union with United Hardware,” said Do it Best President & CEO Dan Starr. “This partnership represents our deep-seated belief in the co-op model and our dedication to drive member growth in an increasingly competitive market.”

United Hardware President & CEO Chad Ruth echoed Starr’s sentiments, stating, “This is a significant milestone in our history, and we’re confident that this merger will continue to support the United Hardware dealers at the level of service they expect. The two co-ops share a commitment to supporting independent home improvement retailers, and together, we can amplify our impact for member-owners and customers.”

Both United Hardware and Do it Best leadership teams are dedicated to ensuring a seamless transition for customers without disruption to their service. All United Hardware store locations will maintain their independent brand identities, allowing them to retain their autonomy and individuality within the co-operative framework. The merger will positively impact local markets, including Milbank, SD where the United Hardware warehouse is located, and Fort Wayne, IN where Do it Best is headquartered. As a result of the merger, local communities can anticipate increased opportunities for investment and growth.

“Our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service, quality products, and a comprehensive range of programs will help our members thrive in their communities,” said Starr. “We’re energized by the economic prospects this merger brings to local communities, including Fort Wayne, Milbank, and beyond. There’s no limit to what we can accomplish with our combined strengths and resources.”

About United Hardware

Minnesota-based United Hardware Distributing Co., home of the Hardware Hank brand, is a full-line wholesale hardware distributor providing distinctive brands, services and capabilities to help our independent retailers build successful businesses and vibrant communities. United Hardware services retailers from its distribution center in Milbank, South Dakota, and delivers an extensive product line to more than 700 stores in the Midwest. Learn more and unitedhardware.com.

About Do it Best

Based in Fort Wayne, IN, Do it Best is the only US-based, member-owned comprehensive and fully integrated hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. With annual sales of nearly $5 billion, Do it Best serves thousands of member-owned locations across the United States and in more than 50 other countries. For more information, visit doitbestonline.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

The Home Depot Announces Agreement to Acquire SRS Distribution

Atlanta, March 28, 2024 – The Home Depot®, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SRS Distribution Inc., a leading residential specialty trade distribution company across several verticals serving the professional roofer, landscaper and pool contractor.

SRS will accelerate The Home Depot’s growth with the residential professional customer. SRS complements The Home Depot’s capabilities and will enable the company to better serve complex project purchase occasions with the renovator/remodeler, while also establishing The Home Depot as a leading specialty trade distributor across multiple verticals. With this acquisition, The Home Depot now believes its total addressable market is approximately $1 trillion, an increase of approximately $50 billion.

“SRS is an industry leader with a proven track record of profitable growth across verticals,” said Ted Decker, chair, president, and CEO. “SRS’s ability to build leadership positions in each of its trade verticals while generating significant revenue growth is a testament to its strong vision, leadership, culture and execution. SRS has built a robust and successful platform that will accelerate our growth with the residential professional customer while presenting future opportunities with the specialty trade pro.”

Decker continued, “SRS’s branch network, coupled with The Home Depot’s 2,000+ U.S. stores and distribution centers, comprehensive product offering, and extensive pro brands, provides the residential pro customer with more fulfillment and service options than ever before. I look forward to welcoming the entire SRS team to The Home Depot and capturing the exciting opportunity ahead.”

SRS’s 2,500-plus professional sales force and 760-plus branch network across 47 states, together with its 4,000-plus truck fleet and jobsite delivery capabilities, will enable The Home Depot to extend its offering to residential specialty trade pros while better serving renovator/remodelers.

“Our team is thrilled to join The Home Depot,” said Dan Tinker, SRS’s president and CEO. “We are looking forward to combining our differentiated assets and capabilities, including our extensive branch network, experienced sales team, robust trade credit offering, and order management system, geared at serving the complex project purchase occasion, with The Home Depot’s competitive advantages. We believe this will enable us to better serve pros and continue growing in our large and highly fragmented market.”

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer. At the end of fiscal year 2023, the company operated a total of 2,335 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. The company employs approximately 465,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor ’s 500 index.

About SRS Distribution

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in McKinney, Texas, SRS has grown to become one of the fastest growing building products distributors in the United States. Since the Company’s inception, it has established a differentiated growth strategy and entrepreneurial culture that is focused on serving customers, partnering with suppliers, and attracting the industry’s best talent. SRS currently operates under a family of distinct local brands encompassing more than 760 locations across 47 states. For more information, visit www. srsdistribution.com

84 Lumber Honors Veterans and Families During Military Appreciation Month

EIGHTY FOUR, Pa. (April 29, 2024) – 84 Lumber is honoring Military Appreciation Month with its yearly Operation Appreciation initiative, maintaining a longstanding tradition with company-wide efforts throughout May. For the ninth consecutive year, the company dedicates itself to recognizing veterans and their families for their remarkable contributions, hosting a range of initiatives throughout the month.

This year, 84 Lumber has committed to the following:

• All associates will be presented with an Operation Appreciation shirt to commemorate the month, and every military veteran or active-duty member at 84 Lumber will receive an additional paid day off to use on a veteran-related holiday, such as Veterans Day or Memorial Day.

• For the first time, the company will partner with the Malone Family Foundation by participating in a celebrity hockey game on May 16, 2024, the designated date for MTV’s Mental Health Action Day. The event will spotlight the therapeutic aspects of hockey and will feature 30 current and former NHL players, individuals from veteran and first responder communities, and mental health advocates.

• 84 Lumber has again partnered with the Pittsburgh Pirates to honor veterans during Military Mondays. As the presenting sponsor, 84 Lumber is committed to supporting local military and veteran organizations. This alliance will provide two esteemed organizations a $5,000 grant courtesy of Pirates Charities, matched by 84 Lumber.

• The company will also be the presenting sponsor of the pre-game flag-raising ceremony during all home Pirates games in May. This partnership underscores 84 Lumber’s continued support for the servicemen and women who have bravely served our nation.

• 84 Lumber will be taking part in Armed Forces/Fireworks Night when the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Atlanta Braves on May 24, 2024. That same night, 84 Lumber’s Zac Elenchin, an Army combat medic veteran and store manager at the company’s Cranberry, Pennsylvania location, will be throwing the ceremonial first pitch.

• 84 Lumber is once again the presenting partner of the season-long Pirates Military Discount Program, with proceeds going to the Friends of the Pittsburgh Fisher House.

• After much success in 2023, 84 Lumber is working with the Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh, or HARP, by donating $5,000 to the rescue’s Vets & Pets Program. This donation will allow active military members and veterans who choose to adopt a pet during May to receive 50 percent off their adoption fees. HARP will be extending their Vets & Pets Program into June. Photos of adopted animals with their 84 Lumber gear will be shared on the company’s social media channels, along with information on the Vets & Pets Program.

In tribute to those who have served, 84 Lumber is a sponsor of this year’s PBS National Memorial Day Concert which is held annually on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. This year’s concert will be televised on May 26, 2024, on the Armed Forces Network and PBS. Attendees include active-duty service members, veterans, Gold Star, and other military families, along with key decision makers from Congress, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

For additional details, see the complete press release on the 84 Lumber website.

84 Lumber Relocates Western Team Headquarters from Phoenix to Dallas

EIGHTY FOUR, Pa. (April 22, 2024) – 84 Lumber is pleased to announce the relocation of its Western Team Headquarters from the Phoenix, Arizona area to Dallas, Texas, effective this month. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing the company’s support for its stores in Texas and beyond.

The decision to relocate was driven by the need to better serve 84 Lumber’s operations as the company continues its expansion plans on the West Coast. The Western division has more than 40 locations with plans to add more stores and manufacturing facilities in the coming months. By situating the headquarters in the Central Time Zone, the company can ensure more efficient coordination and support for a significant amount of current and future locations.

Mark Mollico, the Western office director since 2016 and director of talent acquisition at 84 Lumber, emphasized the significance of the move, stating, “Our Western stores, EWP hubs, and door shops are among the largest in the company.” he added, “Having the office in Dallas will foster better synergy between the stores and our THQ associates.”

Situated at 2119 Irving Blvd, Dallas, Texas, the new 5,000-square-foot office space offers proximity to one of the largest airports in the United States. This strategic location ensures convenient access to direct flights to almost any of the company’s Western U.S. stores across Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico, facilitating seamless business operations.

“We are excited to move our Western Team Headquarters to Dallas, said 84 Lumber Western Divisional Vice President Jorge Espinoza. “Our associates are the backbone of this company, and we make strategic decisions like this one based on our people and the needs of our stores. We call both of our headquarters, team headquarters, because it’s all about the team at 84.”

Recruitment efforts for the new location are already underway. 84 Lumber is actively seeking qualified candidates for positions such as HR coordinator, construction manager, and pricing analyst. While most of the team will be based in Dallas, a team will continue to operate from an office in Phoenix. The company will also be adding a credit manager and purchasing manager in California (Pacific Time Zone) to help fuel the expansion plans for the state.

To keep up with growth, 84 Lumber is also hiring new associates in stores and manufacturing facilities across the country. To apply, visit 84lumber.com/careers. To learn more about the company, visit Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

LMC Expands Adding the Manufactured Housing Buyers Group (MHBG)

By Alexa DiGiovanni,

April 11, 2024—LMC, the leading Forest Products and Building Materials Buying Group in the US, announced today that MHBG (“Manufactured Housing Buyers Group”), an association of independently managed Manufactured Housing and Modular Housing Producers, is joining LMC. This combination marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of enhancing purchasing power and leveraging collective resources for the mutual benefit of all the cooperative’s members.

A new division will be created at LMC, called the Modular Building Division, to support this Manufactured housing channel. The team at MHBG will join the LMC Team in this new division. By aligning with LMC, it provides MHBG members with an expanded product line opportunity as well as access to the services LMC provides, in addition to preserving the purchasing strengths MHBG has with its current product focus. This strategic partnership underscores the commitment of LMC to empowering its members with enhanced procurement solutions, thereby driving cost efficiencies, and fostering sustainable growth with diversification.

Paul Ryan, LMC President and CEO stated “This is a great opportunity for both organizations. The MHBG members will form the core of our new Modular Building Division, along with certain existing LMC members. This will strengthen our business in this market segment and will improve our collective purchasing power for all LMC members. We welcome the MHBG members, the team, and their supplier partners as we work to drive opportunity and growth for everyone.”

“We are extremely excited to announce our partnership with LMC,” said David Jessup, Chairman of MHBG and Owner of Jessup Housing located in Waco Texas. “This collaboration represents a pivotal moment for our members, as it enables us to amplify our purchasing capabilities and deliver greater value through access to premium suppliers, favorable pricing, and innovative procurement strategies.”

Jay Wilson, MHBG’s Chief Negotiator, added, “LMC is a very strong fit for our members, who are very independent minded entrepreneurs. I’m personally honored to go to work with the LMC team to create an environment for our members that allows them to compete at the highest levels with large scale enterprise companies.”

With shared values of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, this partnership signals a united effort to navigate evolving market dynamics, mitigate supply chain risks, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

2024 Building Safety Month LEGO Contest

To celebrate Building Safety Month 2024, we’re giving away three building-themed LEGO sets to three lucky winners!

April 5, 2024, Washington, D.C. – Do you have building in your community with unique character and historical significance?

To celebrate Building Safety Month 2024, we’re giving away one building-themed LEGO set to three lucky winners!

To enter, submit a 30-second video telling us a story about one of the oldest buildings in your community, and what it means to you!

The International Code Council will review all submissions and select the top three videos that best showcase the building AND your creativity. The winning videos will be announced during the week of May 27th on our social media pages and in our Building Safety Journal.

Winners will receive one of three popular building-themed LEGO sets, from the International Code Council, thanking them for their participation and support.

Don’t miss your chance to win by entering this contest online! Submissions will be accepted from April 8 through May 24th at 11:59pm ET. ###

About the International Code Council

The International Code Council is a nonprofit association that provides a wide range of building safety solutions, including product evaluation, accreditation, certification, codification and training. It develops model codes and standards used worldwide to construct safe, sustainable, affordable and resilient structures.

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You want to be an important member of a strong team of other makers who take pride in their work and support each other. As a Territory Sales Representative (TSR) –Component Manufacturing, you will be responsible for growing Truss sales in the Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Northern Arkansas Territory while creating and maintaining effective relationships with component manufacturing customers. Your goal for these relationships will be to promote the company's software suite and related hardware products. This encompasses job management, design and analysis for prefabricated metal plate connected wood trusses and engineered wood products. You will coordinate with and contribute to the overall branch and company efforts to profitably grow our business. You will also lead and participate in training sessions/workshops in and out of the territory. These workshops require scheduling, promotion, set-

up, presentation, and take-down, as well as providing observation and suggestions for improvement. You will work with Regional Sales Managers, Product Management, Marketing, and other TSRs to develop/coordinate sales strategies and programs; and communicate appropriate market trends and field intelligence to provide to Management and Operations to ensure customer satisfaction. If career growth is important to you, we not only know how to help you with that, it’s what we love to do.

Remote Truss & Panel Designer J15290

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Truss Designer for Single Family Custom and Production Builder projects. Products include floor and roof trusses, I-Joists, wall panels, MiTek. Panel experience is a plus!

JobLine Senior Designer rating is preferred. Remote or hybrid remote may be available, depending upon skills and experience.

Remote Truss Designer J15228

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Details: Our client in the Southeast is looking for Remote Truss Designer. Work remote, or in an office location. They need senior level Remote Truss Designers and Intermediate level may be considered. Fantastic benefits, compensation is very competitive, and they use MiTek software. Remote is an option if you have a home office and remote experience, or you can work in one of their offices. They may consider someone without remote experience, just depends on the skill level. Must be in the Southeast

Remote Truss DesignerMultifamily J15302

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Multiple opportunities available: Mega-Multifamily Truss Designers with MiTek software experience. The ideal candidate will have Mega-Multifamily experience but small-medium multifamily experience will be considered. This position is for intermediate or advanced level designers. In office or Remote possible if you are in the Central time zone. Please inquire for additional information.

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Design products include floor and roof trusses, I-Joists, (wall panels a pluss), MiTek software prefered but equal experience excepted. Panel experience is not required but is a plus and you can get panel training if you are interested. JobLine Senior Designer rating is preferred, but strong intermediate level designers will be considered. Full time remote or hybrid remote may be available, depending upon skills and experience.

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I design & layout roof trusses, floor trusses, I-Joists and EWP from PDF plans and specifications for pricing. Also engineering using MiTek, and uploads to Management or MBA. Once sold and field measurements are provided, I can update the

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How to Repair a Bridge Truss, or Any Sagging Truss

When a ship hit the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, MD, its fate was never in doubt. But that was not the case when a barge hit the Eads Bridge near St. Louis, MO, another steel arched truss bridge. The Key Bridge lost one of its main supports, while the Eads Bridge lost one of its truss members, but was subsequently repaired. Surprisingly, the way the Eads was repaired was not fundamentally different than the way a sagging wood truss should be repaired, at least in principle, but certainly not in execution. And that repair is an object lesson, and I had a hand in it in 1972.

Fortunately, James Eads incorporated four parallel steel trusses in his 1874 design, providing incredible redundancy. When the bottom chord on the outermost truss was severed in 1972, the load that had been carried by that truss was transferred to the adjacent trusses, theoretically removing one-fourth of the Eads’ overall carrying capacity, and potentially overstressing it. As a result, the authorities halted train traffic across the bridge immediately, but didn’t interrupt vehicular traffic, since cars and trucks would impart only a small fraction of the load of freight trains.

As with any sagging wood truss, simply inserting a new member and scabbing it in place does little good, because that new member doesn’t pick up any of the load that had already been transferred to the other trusses. Of course, the typical method of restoring loads in a roof truss by jacking it up would not have been feasible 100 feet above

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the mighty Mississippi River. Therefore, a novel approach was taken on the broken Eads’ truss. A 1,000,000 lbs. capacity hydraulic jack would be inserted in the open section of the truss. The ram of the jack would then be extended until enough load was reintroduced into the broken truss. But how could the magnitude of that load be determined? That’s where engineering ingenuity came into play.

With a newer bridge, the requisite load could be roughly determined from analysis of structural drawings. But with the 100-year-old Eads, no calculations survived, if any had existed (James Eads had lots of practical experience but no engineering schooling). So, the engineers of the venerable American Bridge Company devised an innovative empirical approach and called on my college professor, Dr. Harry Duffy, to provide the instrumentation and its implementation, and I was fortunate enough to be on his crew. (The photo shows unrelated wood truss testing for which Dr. Duffy was periodically engaged as an independent PE. This took place in the rear of the aged stamping plant of the company that would become MiTek).

The devices used, called strain gauges, were less than an inch long, and when bonded to a surface could measure minute amounts of deflection. Our team’s job was to clean the steel surfaces in the areas that would receive the gauges and then glue the gauges securely in place (as in the example photo that uses much more modern gauges). We affixed many dozens of these up and down all four bridge trusses and brought the lead wires from each gauge to a central location where they were connected to measuring equipment. The equipment was to translate the electrical signals from each strain gauge into measurements of the magnitude of the stretching or contracting (i.e., the deflection) of truss members during jacking. Because these deflection readings would be proportional to the magnitude of loads, its readings would show when load was being picked up by the repaired truss, and when it was being shed by the adjacent trusses. Interpreting this multitude of readings required the studied collaboration by several engineers onsite during the jacking process. But, remarkably, after only a couple of hours of methodical jacking, they determined that enough load had been transferred into the damaged truss and the repair was deemed to be complete.

In 1998, the Eads Bridge (and its repaired truss) were tested again when a runaway barge hit one of its supports, similar to the March 26, 2024 incident at the Key Bridge. In that case, however, the barge broke into two pieces and no one was hurt. Today, the venerable Eads is still carrying traffic, even as it nears its July 4, 2024 Sesquicentennial marking 150 years in service, thanks, in part, to one of the most ingenious truss repairs in history!