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New & Used Equipment Saws .....................................................................................................................................................5

Truss Equipment ................................................................................................................................22

Panel Equipment ................................................................................................................................38

Trucks & Trailers ................................................................................................................................47

Misc. Equipment ................................................................................................................................57

Door, Stair, Beam Equipment .............................................................................................................62 Lumber & EWP Market ...............................................................................................................................63 The JobLine Hiring Zone .............................................................................................................................74

Available Jobs .....................................................................................................................................75

Available Candidates ..........................................................................................................................76

Design Team Suite ..............................................................................................................................72 Calendar of Events ......................................................................................................................................82 News & Announcements ..............................................................................................................................91

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Advertiser Forum: The (In)Fallibility of Technology .......................................................................................4 Joe Kannapell – MiTek: Robotics, continued ..................................................................................................6 Sean Hubbard – SQ-1: Trade Shows ................................................................................................................8 Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC: Better Margins and Net Profits ............................................................24 Glenn Traylor: So what is the big deal about member to member gaps? .......................................................30 Ben Hershey – 4Ward Consulting: Open Your Eyes to Overproduction .......................................................48 James Clinich – Noltex Truss: Limitless Possibilities in Texas .....................................................................54 Robert Glowinski – AWC: When Competitors Attack ..................................................................................65 Matt Layman – LLG: Ideal Lumber Inventory Management Strategy ..........................................................67 Frank Woeste & Dan Dolan – All Things Wood: How to Predict a Bouncy Floor .........................................68 Safety First Topics in English/Spanish ...........................................................................................................71 Thomas McAnally – The JobLine: Remote Design Trends in 2017 ..............................................................81 Paul McEntee, S.E., C.E. – Simpson Strong-Tie: Installation Errors – They Happen ..................................84 NAHB – Proposed Lumber Duties Will Harm Consumers, Housing Affordability .....................................89 Joe Kannapell – MiTek: The Last Word ........................................................................................................95

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Anna L. Stamm Director of Communications and Marketing Component Manufacturing Advertiser.

The (In)Fallibility of Technology

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century, we like to believe that technology is infallible. Computers and circuits, electrical impulses and networks—if everything is in proper working order, won’t it all work perfectly? It’s reassuring to believe that people make mistakes while computers don’t. But every so often, it’s very important to remember—nothing is perfect.

Email Addresses and Domains Most visitors access The Advertiser website via www.componentadvertiser.com, so they may not realize that typing www.componentadvertiser.org will bring them to the site too.

While both .com and .org will have the same result when reaching our website, they will NOT have the same result when sending an email.

I will skip the background story and focus on the punchline—my email address is @componentadvertiser.org. In theory, an email sent to me at .com is supposed to reach me anyway, but I’ve come to realize that is just a theory. Some do . . . some don’t. I often wonder if there are “lost emails” out there, but, in situations like this, you can never know for sure.

You can hope they find their way, you can assume they will arrive, but you can never be 100% certain.

Text Messages and Phone Calls For those who are thinking, “.com vs .org is a problem that doesn’t affect me,” I have another example that may strike closer to home. At least once in our lives, we have ALL been told, or had to say, “No, I didn’t get the message.” While sometimes we’re tempted to think it’s just an excuse . . . sometimes it too is a real problem.

So my example is this. My sister and I have cell phones with nearly identical phone numbers (only the last 2 digits differ), they are both on my Verizon plan, and, because my name was on the receipt when we bought them, both numbers display with my name in other people’s caller ID. We’ll often text during the day, while the phones are a whooping 4 miles apart. More than 99% of the time, the texts arrive. But that other 1%—they simply disappear.

There’s no rhyme or reason, no pattern to the disappearance. They are simply on the sender’s phone, never reaching the recipient.

The Benefit of the Doubt Technology is a wonderful thing. It enables us to perform many tasks and, for the most part, we can rely on it. Which is why we’re all tempted to doubt the person who says, “No, I didn’t get your message.” But whether it’s an email, a voicemail, or a text message, there’s still no guarantee it will arrive as planned. So, the next time that you’re ready to blame human error, think twice. Give that person the benefit of the doubt, because technology is fallible too.

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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 Vibrating Waste Conveyor (under saw) Add $3,600 for 12’ Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) Add $1,700 for Extra Set of Blades Add $6,500 for Single Sided Setup 480 Volt / 3 Phase FOB MO

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Automated (Truss Design Software Download) or Semi-Automated (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 Multi-Plunging 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

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Monet DeSauw DeSawyer 2000 Automated Saw Touch Screen User Interface with Backup Mechanical Controls 3 Operating Modes: Auto, Semi-Auto & 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 Add $2,100 for Extra Set of Blades Optional Live Deck, Label Printer, Ink Jet Printer, Catcher Display & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor. $252,000 FOB MO

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utomation is advancing around the world, but will it yield the quantum leap promised? And how big a margin will it provide over conventional processes? Let’s first assess how various systems affect non-direct-labor inputs to the production process. Later we’ll balance these against the direct labor savings.

Designer time – Robotic processes may be unable to configure certain joints, requiring extra design time to overcome these constraints. While truss software may ultimately automate this reconfiguring, resulting designs will be less efficient and costs will rise. By contrast, the proven puck-and-acme-screw jigging system seems hard to beat, since it is able to accommodate nearly any truss configuration.

Lumber use – Processes that source from fewer SKU’s or those that produce more waste may be suspect. For example, a retrieval system that picks from a small number of bunks of lumber may greatly raise material cost if multiple grades and sizes are commonly required. Likewise, cutting truss-by-truss can produce excessive numbers of remainder pieces. Though these pieces may eventually be put to use, additional storage or handling is required, and most often these cutoffs are substituted for lower cost material in floor trusses or wall panels.

Lumber quality – Robotic handling or jigging has, in the past, required straighter, nearly wane-free lumber. That this material is in increasingly short supply from either the U.S. or Canada will considerably increase costs. Since lumber constitutes 30–50% of the truss sales price, upgrading may consume much of the labor savings.

Material handling – Retrieval systems with only a handful of SKU’s that occupy much valuable floor space may create excessive distance between other needed SKU’s and thereby increase handling cost. Vertically stacked bunks of material enable closer storage and easier retrieval for saws. Carefully conceived layouts will enable lumber to be unloaded directly from truck beds to these stacks without intermediate storage in lumber sheds.

Personnel cost – Automation requires both higher level maintenance support staff and better operators. The requisite skill levels for these positions are in increasingly short supply, as all American businesses seek to automate.

Capital recovery – Amortizing the cost of equipment requires considerable periods of stable production levels. This has been the tallest barrier to overcome in our cyclical industry.

In summary, without considering all of the above indirect costs, the returns on large capital investments cannot be assessed. While these costs are highly dependent on local circumstances, next time we’ll balance their costs against the potential labor savings that automation may deliver.

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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. www.woodtrusssystems.com

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WWW.SQUARE1DESIGN.COM SQUARE 1 DESIGN & MANUFACTURE INC.

Trade Shows Sean Hubbard

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have attended my share of trade shows over the years, from work events to leisure activities. Every time I attend, I consider the effort put forth to assemble each booth. Displays range from pop-up displays, while others are thrown together overnight or on strict budgets. Then you come upon the grand showcase, the anchor booth, the place everyone wants to be! It’s beautiful, every detail has been considerably thought out.

Lighting perfectly placed, each exhibit reflecting light at just the right angle…customers are in awe! The booth is swarming with staff, but every staff member has a line of potential customers three deep waiting to discuss the most innovative new products.

For the first time in many years, I am excited about the BCMC show. Our entire team has already spent immeasurable hours working toward what will be finest display I have been involved in. This year’s booth will dwarf any booth I have occupied as a vendor. Each exhibit in this year’s booth has been carefully detailed and painstakingly thought out.

We have designed each exhibit with you in mind. Unparalleled accesses to each piece of equipment, walk around access, crawl under access, or even interact with each piece of equipment. Additionally, we will have three interactive touch screen displays, detailing some of the most advanced options available in the building components industry today. The most advanced PC and PLC programming embedded in production equipment will be on display and available for interaction. Not only will you be able to interact with each piece of equipment, you will be able to witness some of the fastest production equipment in action on the show floor. That’s right ON THE SHOW FLOOR, LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS! Held hourly, we will be manufacturing components at an unprecedented speed!

For the first time in many years, we will be that booth. The competitors will be envious and the customers will be three deep waiting to speak to a representative. Behold Square 1 Design’s BCMC trade show booth.

They will be in awe! Come join us in October as we Raise The Stakes.

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2006 Alpine AutoMill RS Automated Component Saw Automated via Download or SemiAutomated via Touch Screen Input. 19 Axes of Automation. Sets up in 2 to 19 seconds.

Five Blades cut 2x3 thru 2x12 from 13” to 20’. Waste & Incline Conveyor, Extra Set of Blades and Some Spare Parts. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. (FOB AZ) $44,500 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2004 Alpine Speed Cut Express Automated Radial Arm Saw Alpine Metra-Cut Saw (5 HP-3 Phase) with 16’ Blade. Speed Cut Express Automation with Touch Screen. Computer Automated Stop and Automated Saw Angulation as directed by Truss Design Software. Infeed/ Outfeed Roller Conveyor with Stands. Saw Barrier Guard. 2 Available at $15,000 Each FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2000 TimberMill 4-16 Web Saw (4) 16” Blades cut 2x4 and 2x6 Roof Truss Webs up to 16’ in length. Cut 4x2 Floor Truss Webs down to 11” in length. Single Side Digital Readouts. Powered Carriage, Angulation & Pivot Axis Elevation. Powered Upper & Lower Material Conveyor. Chain Drag Waste & Incline Conveyor. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. Add $2,000 for 208 Volt to 480 Volt Electrical Transformer. $19,900 NOW $18,900 FOB IL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2005 Hundegger SC-1 Linear Saw 2005 Hundegger model SC-1 linear saw, in operation, includes 90 degree vertical stroke action, stacks boards to four-high, horizontal positioning, stair stringer capabilities, 53-foot infeed and out-feed with second clamping and positioning system, electronic controls and operator console with second/ catcher monitor, front computer, hydraulic unit, automated clamping system, ink on one 1 1/2" face, end mill head router option, A/C option for cabinet cooling. Includes 32 foot small parts and 28 foot scrap conveyors.

Windows XP operating system. Available in December of 2016. Limited warrantee available with OEM installation supervision (at additional charge). $119,990 NOW $89,990 FOB TN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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2005 Hundegger SC-1 Linear Saw plus 2nd Parts Saw Servo Driven Single Blade Linear Saw. Automated Cutting with Software Design Download to Operator Console. 24’ Loading Conveyor System. Automated Clamping & Positioning System. Angle & Bevel Drive for Roof Truss, Floor Truss & Wall Panel Cutting. Outfeed Table with Ink Jet Printer. Waste Conveyors (Small & Large Piece). New Computers in 2016 (Windows 7 Professional). Removed From Service in March 2017. Includes 2nd Hundegger Parts Saw (many parts have transferred to working saw). New Spare Parts Inventory $79,000 FOB AZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2006 Alpine Model 276 Linear Saw Available July 2017 • Cuts all standard truss parts • Cuts bevels: any plumb angle, bevels from 90 to 25 degrees • Long scarf cuts (60") • Touch screen control panel • 6 Axes of automation powered by servo motors • 7.5 HP motor with 20" blade (1 extra blade) • 230 Volt / 1 Phase • Matthews ink jet printer • Infeed & outfeed conveyor • Waste conveyor (under outfeed conveyor) • -Excludes dust collection system Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Whirlwind Model 1000LH Whirlwind up-cut saw features 18” blade, driven by 5 HP motor to 3 drive belts, mag starter and heavy steel housing. Adjustable cycle time up to 60 cycles per minute cushioned by HD shock absorber. System Includes Delta dust collection system and measuring stops. Air and 3 phase electrical required. $3,490 FOB OH Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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1998 MiTek Cyber Saw Outfeed Conveyor MiTek powered outfeed conveyor designed for the Cyber saw, model 82274, motorized feed drives board away from saw conveyor.

This conveyor was designed to position the board for accurate ink-jet marking after cutting, then move board to the outfeed end stops. Includes mounting arm and control box for ink-jet marking system attachment, but no ink jet printing equipment. 208-230 / 460 volt, 3 phase electrical. $5,990 NOW $1,990 FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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NEW! 2004 Hundegger SC-1 Linear Saw 2004 Hundegger model SC-1 linear saw, in operation, includes 90 degree vertical stroke action, stacks boards to four-high, horizontal positioning, 24-foot infeed and out-feed with second clamping and positioning system, electronic controls and operator console with two (2) computers, hydraulic unit, automated clamping system, ink on two faces, vertical mill head router option, a/c option for cabinet cooling and upgraded safety light barrier.

Upgraded to Windows 7. No angled conveyor included. Available in December of 2016. Limited warranty available with OEM installation supervision (at additional charge). $119,990, FOB NV. NOW $89,990 Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2005 Razer v4 Linear Saw Six-Axis CNC Linear saw – Currently in operation and consistently upgraded this saw features a 6000 RPM hydraulic saw motor, full axis of motion to complete straight, single/compound bevel and rip cuts with a 13 3/4” blade. Handles material up to 20’ long, 14” wide and 4” depth. OEM supplied in-feed deck and outfeed conveyor with kick-off table are included. Right to Left hand feed configuration. Includes spare blade, encoder, (2) encoder wheels, sensor cables, and all available spare parts.

Includes Windows XP Service Pack two software and transformer for 230 or 600v to system specific 415v, 3Ph, Minimum 100 psi air required. (Ink jet printer shown in pictures is not included.) $39,490 FOB MB Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

New Spida Vector Saw with Mango Plate Marker (FOB IN) $44,975 800-382-0329 | www.wasserman-associates.com

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manufacturers’ 1998 Northtech Under-Table Saw 1998 Northtech model CFS-18L undertable saw. Features 18” blade driven by 10 h.p motor, foot pedal controls, and shock absorber. 2” x 12”, 3” x 11”, 4” x 10” cutting capacity. System includes SECO single bag dust collection system, and roller conveyor. Air and 3 phase electrical required. $3,490 FOB OH Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2000 TimberMill 6-20 Pro Component Saw Six Blades cut 4x2 & 2x4 through 2x12 Lumber from 12” up to 20’-0”. Base Plane Referencing and Pivot Axis Elevation for Faster Setup and Greater Accuracy.

Powered Angulation & Carriage. Single Sided Digital. Chain Drag Waste & Incline Conveyor. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. Excludes Live Deck.$26,500 NOW $24,000 FOB CA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Monet FWA 500 Floor Web Saw

1998 Mitek Cyber Saw Fully Automated 5 Blade Component Saw 1-32”, 2-20” and 2-16” Blades cut 4x2 and 2x4 through 2x12 up to 20’ in length Touch Screen Computer Waste Conveyor (under saw) Excludes Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) $28,000 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

New, Monet five-head, floor truss web saw, cuts 4-angle, 4x2 floor truss webs from 16 inches and 90-90 blocks from 12 inches to four foot long maximum length. Features 10-board magazine feed, powered, fixed-quadrant angulation, manual carriage standard, shaker-pan scrap conveyor with short incline conveyor and cut-off blade. Option for longer carriage length, single sided setup (shown in pictures, but not standard), dust hood and choice of shaker or belt scrap conveyor. 440 volt, 3 phase. $ASK for PRICE, FOB MO.

MiTek Combi Set Web Saw Four Blades Cut Lengths from 2' to 16'. Waste & Incline Conveyor. Extra Set of Blades. 220/440 Volt - 3 Phase. $13,000 FOB MO. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 765-751-9990 www.wasserman-associates.com Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

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Two MiTek Easy Set 1000 Component Saws Two MiTek Easy Set 1000, 5-blade component saws, model 7027000/1000, each with swing-arm central control system, digital/analog display, power hold-down, power length carriage, waste conveyor, incline, extra set of blades, cuts 2x4 to 2x10 lumber depths from 10 inches long @ 90/90, 4-angle floor webs from 17 inches, up to 14 feet in length. One is operational with a date of manufacture of December, 1998 and the other is being sold for parts. Sold as a pair.

220v, 3ph power. $9,990 Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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1995 MiTek Easy Set 1000 Component Saw 1995 MiTek Easy Set 1000, 5-blade component saw, model 7027000/1000 with swing-arm central control system, digital/ analog display, power hold-down, power length carriage, waste conveyor, incline, extra set of blades, cuts 2x4 to 2x10 lumber depths from 10 inches long @ 90/90, 4-angle floor webs from 17 inches, up to 14 feet in length. 220v, 3ph power. $8,890 FOB IN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1987 TimberMill 6-20 Component Saw Six Blades cut 4x2 & 2x4 through 2x12 Lumber from 12" up to 20'-0". Powered Angulation & Carriage. Chain Drag Waste & Incline Conveyor. The buyer is responsible for equipment dismantle. The seller will provide forklift and forklift driver.

(FOB MD) $9,900 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com 2003 Alpine ALS 276 Linear Saw Alpine ALS linear-feed saw, model 276.

Includes 24 foot OEM infeed conveyor and 20 foot OEM outfeed conveyor, Inkjet printer (single 1 ½” face), and undersaw scrap conveyor. All servo controlled functions, 7.5 hp motor with 20” carbide tipped blade, OEM roller belt infeed upgrade and software upgrade to 2012 standard. 208 volt, 3 phase electrical. $96,880, FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Speed Cut Metra-Cut Birdsmouth Saw The center point is adjustable up to 6” into the material for cutting of notches (birdsmouth or seat cuts). Needs new scale pointer. Excludes Saw Blade and Infeed/ Outfeed Roller Conveyor. $2,500 FOB WI Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Refurbished Systems Available! w/new 10’ rails & stops $3,790!

Call Leonard for current specials!

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1995 Auto-Omni 5 Blade Automated Component Saw Automated Setup as directed by Truss Design Software Output. Computer, Enclosure & Stand. 5 Blades cut 2x3 through 2x12 and 4x2 from 11” to 20’. Ink Jet Printer.

Shaker Pan Waste Conveyor (under saw).

Excludes Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw). Extra Set of Blades. Installation Available (quote upon request). $18,500 NOW $14,500 FOB WI. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Speed Cut Saw with Hain Measuring System Speed Cut Metra-Cut Saw (5 HP / 3 Phase).

20’ Hain Powered Measuring System.

Cutting Depth of 6” with 16” Blade.

Angular Capacity of 164 Degrees. Saw Barrier Guard. Turntable Air Brake $8,300 NOW $7,000 FOB IL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2006 Koskovich Omni Miser linear saw Roof truss AND wall frame square and angle cuts with print system B (both faces), Servo controlled angulation axis of movement, extended incline deck,(1) bulk feeder for up to 16 foot long lumber, (9) magazines for up to 16 foot long lumber: (1- 2x3, 52x4, 2- 2x6, 1- 2x8). Includes automated lumber advance (LASM), crooked lumber sensor (CLS), auto exit roller, vibrating trash pan, 5 HP, 3450 RPM arbor motor, computer monitor, console, spare blade and all available spare parts. 230 volt, 3 phase saw electrical. 110 volt, 1 phase computer electrical. $85,900 FOB KS Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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Saw Trax Panel Saw Saw Trax brand panel saw, with Bostitch model 1678 worm-drive circular saw, 15 Amps, 7 1/4" diameter blade, 5 foot x 9 foot frame limits. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical. $1,390 FOB IN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1994 Timbermill 620 Pro Component Saw 1 9 9 4 Ti m b e r m i l l 6 2 0 P r o , m o d e l MH6Pro-20, six blades cuts lumber from 2x4 through 2x12, 4x2 lengths from 12” to 20’ including four angle floor truss webs from 18", all powered movements and analog readouts. "Pro" model features faster angulation movements and faster carriage speeds with soft-start technology.

Includes chain-drag scrap conveyor with incline, extra set of blades. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. $22,900 FOB ID Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

NEW! New Square 1 Rolsplicer New Square 1 Rolsplicer, splices 2"x3", 2"x4" and 2"x6" lumber with a 3 to 4 second cycle time. Presses the lumber together prior to imbedding plates. Embeds plate lengths up to 19 inches. Features two, recessed, simultaneous-activation buttons, guarded motor and sprockets, external lubrication points, 3 HP motor and a footprint of 59" long x 42" wide. Optional 20' infeed and 10' outfeed conveyor available. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. Other voltages available. $17,409 FOB IN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2006 Omni Miser Saw Automated Wood Processing System. Model RT (Roof Truss Components). Cuts 2x3, 2x4, 2x6, 2x8, 2x10 & 2x12 up to 16’ in length. HP Motor with 16” Blade. Incline Live Deck. 7 Magazine Feeders (3-2x4, 2-2x6, 2-2x8).

Bulk Feeder. Ink Jet Printer (One Face). Grizzly 2 Bag Dust Collector.

$89,000 NOW 77,500 FOB NE

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1994 Timbermill 620 Pro Component Saw 1 9 9 4 Ti m b e r m i l l 6 2 0 P r o , m o d e l MH6Pro-20, six blades cuts lumber from 2x4 through 2x12, 4x2 lengths from 12” to 20’ including four angle floor truss webs from 18”, all powered movements and analog readouts. “Pro” model features faster angulation movements and faster carriage speeds with soft-start technology.

Includes chain-drag scrap conveyor with incline, extra set of blades. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. $22,990 FOB ID. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1997 Mitek EasySet 1000 Component Saw • Five Blade Component Saw cuts up to 20' • (2) 16", (2) 20" and (1) 30" Blade • All Powered Movements • Digital Readouts • Powered Hold Downs • Belt Waste Conveyor (under saw) • Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) ($17,500 FOB MD) Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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THE HUNDEGGER TURBO DRIVE SAW IS A FAST, ACCURATE AND VERSATILE, FULLY AUTOMATED LINEAR SAW SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CUT STRUCTURAL COMPONENT PARTS.

Hundegger continues to stretch the cutting capabilities of our industry by providing a single saw with options that can perform basic drilling, milling and printing operations in addition to 4 -axis cutting.

Hardly another “pretty face”, the TURBO Drive is a solid evolution of the popular SC Series saws. This workhorse, like all of Hundegger’s production saws, benefits from their experience learned from a wide variety of wood cutting and milling applications from over 4,700 saws to date. Specific to our wood component industry, the TURBO Drive has been thoroughly developed for world-wide customers prior to its introduction to the US. Regardless of your cutting application, be it I-Joist, dimensional 2x lumber, or any variety of EWP, we have the experience and equipment to efficiently bring your job to market.

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Production Worker Training Classes This week-long class with 8 hours of training per day will teach:

Timbermill MH6C-20 6 Blade Component Saw Timbermill Model MH6C-20 component saw. Six blades including (1) 30” blade, (3) 22” blades, and (2) 18” blades cut lumber from 2x4 through 2x12, 4x2 lengths from 12” to 20’ including four angle floor truss webs from 18” with all powered movements.

Includes scrap conveyor with incline, operating manual, and spare set of blades.

460v, 3 Phase power. $16,990 FOB TN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1994 MiTek Combi-Cut 4-Blade Saw 1994 MiTek Combi-Cut component saw, model 2000 Combi Cut, serial # CO15, four-head saw with powered angulation, Cuts from 1 foot at 90/90 to 20 foot lengths, angles from 10 to 105 degrees, digital angle readouts, power angulation, power length.

Cuts 4x2, four-angle floor webs from 19".

Includes under-saw waste conveyor (no incline), two extra 16" blades, manual and all available parts. Saw in use until end of January, 2016. 480 volt, 3 phase. $15,990 NOW $13,890 NOW $8,990 FOB MI Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

• Understanding shop paperwork • Proper plate placement • Grades of and picking lumber • Setting up trusses • Saw training • And all things SAFETY After working in the Truss and Component Industry for 4½ decades, I know how to train employees properly, especially new hires.

To schedule a class at your truss shop or wall panel plant, call 931/981-5781 and ask for Don or e-mail: don@trussconsulting.us

2004 TCT Model 1100 Linear Saw Cut 2x4 and 2x6 Lumber from 3” to 20’.

Tops, Bottoms, Webs, Sliders, Wedges and Scissor Bottoms. 230 Volt / 3 Phase 5 HP Motor with 24” Blade. Ink Jet Printer.

Scrap Conveyor. $36,900 NOW $28,000 FOB AR. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Used Hain Quick Rafter Cutter Board Sizes: 2x4 and 2x6. Motors: Two 2 HP / 220 Volt or 440 Volt / 3 Phase.

Saw Blades: 7 1/4” Carbide Tipped (set at 45 degrees). Angle Adjustment: Manual Rotation with Air Brake. Air Supply: 90 PSI. Carriage: Steel Rails with Steel Dual V Rollers. Pedestal: 3/16” Formed Steel with Powder Coat Finish. Saw Housing: 1/2” Billet Aluminum. Covers: 10 Gauge (1/8” thick) Steel with Powder Coat Finish. Fully Enclosed for Safety. $5,000 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2008 Alpine X4 Linear Saw •Touch Screen Control Panel •5 Axes of Automation •15 HP Motor with 22” Blade •Ink Jet Printer •Auto Feeder (Live Deck) •Outfeed Conveyor •230 Volt / 3 Phase $49,900 FOB AB NOW $39,900 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1999 Holtec Transcut II Bunk Saw Holtec Transcut II bunk cutter station features 20' fixed frame assembly, 3/8" Stellite armored guide bar, 3/8" chain saw chain, automatic chain tensioner, rack & pinion movement, and automatic shutoff.

460V, 3 phase power. $19,900 FOB OH Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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$48,680 - FOB NZE/IN

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Pick up the pace with the reliable Ranger RS from Acer!

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1998 Auto Omni 5 Blade Component Saw 5-blade automated component saw includes [3] 20 inch blades, [1] 30 inch blade and [1] 12 inch blade. Fully automated setup with full power length and all axis angulation, single sided setup from operator console cuts 2x3 through 2x12 and 4x2, 20’ to 9” @ 90°/90°.The saw has been very well maintained, and consistently upgraded since new including latest software version 7.2.2 running on MS Windows 7. Saw has received ​OEM upgraded lumber in-feed including 2x3 indexing, and upgraded guarding. Features belt waste conveyor with side pans complete and set of available spare cards, sensors, etc. 220v/440v 3ph, 110/220v single phase, 90 psi air required. $34,880 FOB MN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1994 Koskovich Auto Omni 5 Blade Component Saw 5-blade automated component saw includes shaker waste conveyor, [3] 20 inch blades, [1] 30 inch blade and [1] 12 inch blade.

Fully automated setup with full power length and all axis angulation, single sided setup from operator console cuts 2x3 through 2x12 and 4x2, 20’ to 9” @ 90°/90°. Includes ink-jet marking system, remote monitor, and any available spares and manuals.

208/240/480 volt, 3 phase, and 110//220v single phase electrical required. $26,990 FOB OH. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Safety Speed Cut Model 7000 Panel Saw Safety Speed Cut 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. $8,149 Base, FOB MN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

1998 SpeedCut Centerline Saw with Speed Measure Centerline radial arm saw includes centerpoint cutting, turntable cutting system, 20 ft. speed measure system with 20 ft. infeed conveyor, 10ft. outfeed conveyor. 230 volt, 2 phase electrical. $8,990 FOB OH. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1990 Speed Cut Saw with Speed Measure Device Speed Cut Metra-Cut Centerline Saw. Speed Measure Device. Infeed/Outfeed Roller Conveyor. Cutting Depth of 6” with 16” Blade. Angular Capacity of 164 Degrees. 5 HP / 240 Volt / 3 Phase Motor. Saw Barrier Guard. Turntable Air Brake. $6,000 FOB IN. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Wood Runner FastFrame Wall Panel Marking Saw The Wood Runner® FastFrame™ wall panel marking saw is the fastest, easiest way to cut and mark wall panel components. Feeds lumber up to 100" per second with a retraction rate up to 200" per second. Users report a 50% reduction in production time when compared with previous automated cutting and marking saws. Processing material from 2x4 through 2x15 is achieved with an aggressive 80 tooth,12" blade. The FastFrame cuts with a chop saw function for 2x4 material, then with guided "plunge" expansion for cutting material from 6", up to 15" in width. FastFrame marks boards with the next generation Matthews I-Mark V84i, DOD 8000+ MAXI inkjet for edge printing plate layout pattern (face printing available as an option). Base saw cuts 90º, the FastFrame also completes angled 45º cuts and compound cutting each optional. The FastFrame is as safe as it is fast with guard panels on the back of the saw, and a fully enclosed saw chamber. A true world class, state-of-the-art solution for wall panel component processing at an affordable price. Starting at $89,900 FOB MN.

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NEW! New 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. Works with the optional WoodRunner TM lumber retrieval system. 440 volt, 3phase. $169,000 Base Price, FOB MO.

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Considering Equipment? Consider Clark.

For over 40 years, Clark Industries, Inc. has been supplying the building components industry with manufacturing equipment, parts, and exemplary customer service.

Roof Truss Gantry Systems Multi-Head Truss Presses Jack Table Presses Floor Truss Machines Wall Panel Subcomponent Presses Column Laminators Post Nailing Machines Truss Handling, Conveying and Stacking Systems Custom Equipment

With a complete full-time machining, stamping, welding, and fabrication facility, our equipment is built in-house, proudly in the USA. We take great pride in our work, so contact us at 800/743-9727 or general@clark-ind.com today for OEM equipment and service!

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$139,000 FOB NE CMF 14' x 148' Roller Gantry System with Roof Truss Stacker 2 Each - CMF Stealth 14’ x 36” Diameter Roller Gantries (Track Mounted). 18 Each - Walk-Thru Steel Top (Drilled & Tapped) Tables with Skatewheel Ejectors. Unistrut Jigging at 24” Centers. Jig Hardware and Bridge Plates. Powered Exiting Conveyor with Skatewheel Receivers. CMF Stealth 14’ x 24” Diameter Finish Roller. Approximately 150’ of Powered Outside Conveyor. •3 Each - Four Pedestal Peak-Up Roof Truss Stackers. The buyer to assist the seller with equipment dismantle and loading. Add a Third CMF Stealth 14’ x 36” Diameter Roller Gantry for $14,500

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New Square 1 - 40’ Trackless Floor Truss Gantry New, table guided (NO rail) floor truss machine by Square 1 Design & Manufacture.

This well designed machine builds floor trusses up to a standard 26 inch depth (32 inch optional). Working length of 40 feet. Other features include side eject, flip jig for build side, pop-ups for back plate side. Clamping by under-table cylinders controlling above-table steel fence. Floor truss gantry features twin 7.5 HP gearmotors for a total of 15 HP, 24 inch diameter roll, safety bars, 3 7/16” diameter, full-roll-length shaft with baffles. 440 volt, 3 phase. Price includes installation supervision from the manufacturer.

Also take advantage of the Square 1 factory promotion offering a $5,000 savings on a Rolsplicer or Floor Truss Finish Roller (FTFR) with the purchase of a new SQ-Series floor system through April 15th, 2016. $99,412, FOB IN

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Three Practical Ideas for Better Margins and Net Profits T

oo often a repeated mantra within our industry is that everyone sells components at too-low margins. The blame is always on the other guy, meaning the competitor, for selling at a lower margin than what should be market pricing. Well, what can your company do to raise margin pricing?

During the peak build season, the lead time for order delivery in many markets is at least four weeks out. This long lead time is caused by requests for new projects (demand) exceeding the capacity of manufacturing (supply) in the given market. Often this exceeding of capacity lasts all through the summer’s build season from the month of May to sometime in October. If this happens in your market, why are you not raising your pricing? When I speak to a client, the normal conversation goes something like this. TDC: “Why do you not raise your prices until your lead time drops to about two weeks, and be willing to give up lower margin orders to your competition?”

The client: “But we would lose projects and, potentially, customers to our competition.” TDC: “Yes that is the point; you are giving up projects that are not able to fill your shop with higher margin dollars every day. If your production is never without any slowdown, meaning that your manufacturing is always at full capacity, then your company will be earning more margin dollars daily. Therefore, your net profit for the year would be substantially improved.” The client: “Well, Todd, I just do not want the risk of losing potential customers.”

TDC: “So what you are telling me is that, with low margin projects, you are willing to purchase their presumed customer loyalty, but at the same time you’re willing to risk losing customers who would be willing to pay higher margins for better services?” The client: “I never thought it about that way, Todd.” TDC, “As long as your production is at full capacity all build season, it is foolish to be beyond a two or three week lead time and not charge a premium for the service that is better than your competition.”

If your salespeople are not complaining about your company’s high pricing and you are at full capacity, your company is not charging enough. What is the current complaint from your sales team? Is it the long lead times or high pricing? If you have long lead times and they are stating that you have to add manufacturing capacity, then raise your prices! If they are saying your company’s pricing is too high yet your production is always at max capacity, then your pricing is perfect!

Only when you have the spare capacity do you lower your pricing. Sales people are working to earn a commission and cannot garner higher wages without selling more. It is in the company’s interest to maximize the company’s net profit, not to maximize the salesperson’s commission checks.

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Is your company still pricing your projects based on a cost markup instead of the time allocation of your manufacturing resources? TDC has long been a proponent of helping companies understand that a cost markup formula for the pricing of your truss component projects is a bad idea that should belong in history’s long-dead practices. Think about the idea of renting or leasing your manufacturing building. Would you base the lease on how valuable the material being stored in the building is, or would you base the rent on time, which would be monthly?

The same principle can be applied to the table time for each customer. Why are you renting out the table time based on material costs instead of the actual time it takes to assemble the project? The same can be stated about all of the resources of your company. When a project is being processed in your company, it is tying up the resources, and therefore, this allocation of resources should have a dollar amount associated with the amount that this allocation is tying up.

Getting more margin dollars for each project is really up to management more than most think it is. Market pricing is simply what a customer is willing to pay for the quality and service. If the customer is only willing to purchase from your company based on the lowest price, then service should not be your company’s priority for them. Service and, of course, quality are premiums that a customer is willing to purchase.

Speaking of services and value, TDC services are now being scheduled for the fall sessions. Thank you very much to everyone for your business, and I am doing my best to accommodate my services to those who request them. As such, maybe this article might help you understand who is given priority. It is with these best practices that TDC has helped over 100+ companies with actual paid consultations. Lean manufacturing practices, accurate time estimations, best practices for all departments, and better communications inevitably allow companies to make greater gains. On average, a three to six point gain in net profits is the most common result after applying TDC suggestions. This is well worth the time and expense of using TDC services!

Todd Drummond Consulting LLC. Website: www.todd-drummond.com Phone: 603-748-1051 Email: todd@todd-drummond.com Copyrights © 2017

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For almost 15 years, TDC has proven time and again that we are the go-to experts at reducing cost and improving productivity in all departments of wood truss and wall panel manufacturing. Go beyond the typical truss plate and equipment vendor recommendations for your operations and do what so many others have dared to do.

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NEW! Eagle TP600 C Clamps (Qty.: 4) Roof truss assembly equipment includes four (4) Eagle TP600 C-Clamp presses for 2x4 and 2x6 lumber. System includes trolleys, four (4) counter-balanced booms, four (4) pumps, 5.25" x 6.25" magnetized platens, pistol grip handle, boom-mounted pump with oil reservoir. Also comes with assorted spare parts. 220 volt, 1 phase electrical. $12,900 FOB MN. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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12' Finish Roller Press Press was purchased used in 2006, painted and wired for service but never utilized.

An excellent press for smaller wood components including jacks and valley sets. 120V, 1 phase power. $6,490 FOB NY Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Vertical Truss Stacker by Square 1 Manufacturing

1996 Alpine Mighty Mite 1996 Alpine Mighty Mite beam press, model 745, 27 foot long, 5 foot wide, 5 HP drive, 12 inch wide platen, plastic table top and twin lever-arm controls. 208 / 230 / 460 volt, 3 phase. $13,990 FOB PA. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

New, vertical stacker by Square 1 Design & Manufacture, up to six pedestals to handle up to 100 foot long spans. Features I-beam construction, holds from 10 to 25 trusses based on truss size, shape and weight, integrated drive tube for simultaneous stacking action and support during rotation, dual high-torque braking gear motors, adjustable tension clutch, heavy-gauge aluminum uprights with rubber bumper stops and automatic controls. The controls allow jogging the stacker both in forward and reverse directions and can be set up for multiple stacks of trusses. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. Other voltages available. $31,067 BASE, FOB IN.

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Mitek 40' Floor Truss Machine Build floor truss depths up to 24”, lengths up to 40’. Track Mounted Roller Gantry with Ride Platform. 230/460 Volt - 3 Phase - 10 HP Motor. Overhead Plate Rack. Dual Safety Bars. Air Cylinder Clamping. Stored outside for 2 years. $21,900 Now $20,900 NOW $19,900. FOB GA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

CMF 12' Roof Truss Gantry System 75​'x 12' side-eject system (90' OAL with dual park area) f​ eaturing: 11 soft-top wood/ plastic, 12'x72" tables with Uni-Strut puckrails, (11) skate-wheel ejectors to powered transfer roller. Includes two (2) CMF 12' x 24" dia. gantries, one 1988 and one 2005, both with top-side riding platforms, two button motion control,​ for continuous top use (no aisles). includes crane rail with base-plate and all available jigging hardware, ​208v, 3ph power , electrical supply rail, and air-manifold included.​ $40,900 NOW $34,900 FOB PA. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Table Guided Gantry System by Square 1 Manufacturing New, table-guided (NO rail) gantry system by Square 1 Design & Manufacture, sideeject or end-eject options, with continuous production tables built to length. Available in steel, plastic or combination table top options. Can be fabricated to received automated jigging. 24" diameter gantry heads feature raised operator platform, heavy-duty steel roll with 4" shaft, baffles and heavy-duty spherical bearings, dual 7.5 HP braking gear motors for a total of 15 HP, easy adjusting bogie wheel assemblies, safety bars, Wampfler "finger safe", under-table-mounted electrical supply and optional soft start drive. Square 1 can provide the combination of powered transfer rolls, sloping ejectors, receivers, idler conveyors and powered conveyors required to meet your configuration needs. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. Other voltages available. FOB IN.

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So what is the big deal about member to member gaps?

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Let us take a look at two different situations, the first being a roof truss and the second being a 4 x 2 floor truss.

While building trusses, the code calls for tight joints.

In a roof truss where member to member contact exists, the joint calculation for design assumes one member is hard against the other members. In a compression situation, the force will compress the area consuming the gap. When this happens, it creates a change which effectively reduces the member length and changes the resultant geometry.

Often this will create additional deflection that was not considered in the original design. Excessive deflection is a design restraint that should be limited in order to achieve a good design.

Sometimes an argument is made that, if the connection is in tension, this gap is not significant and will not contribute to additional deflection. This may be true in a few cases, but certainly not in all cases.

In fact, the situation referred to as stress reversal can occur – and this changes force directions on members. An example would be a truss designed for a snow load but experiencing a wind load with uplift. Comparing the two loads cases, the truss members are either in compression or in tension, depending on the load case. This is why member to member joint gap is always a consideration.

In a floor situation, stress reversal can occur when loading is unbalanced and/or dynamic. In addition, due to the very high loads, compression chord gap of any significance will result in compressing the gap causing deflection. That is why the chord gap in floors is limited to 1/16 inch.

In a situation where member gap occurs, there are several remedies. The most common approach would be to remove the connectors and re-situate the web material chord material so the gap is eliminated. Another option would be to insert a proper metal shim fabricated specifically for this procedure. The shims require a means of fastening that will hold or capture the shim. Most fabricators do not use this method though, because the fix appears to the public like a repair or substandard fabrication.

Glenn Traylor Structural Building Components Industry Consultant http://www.linkedin.com/in/glenntraylor PHONE: 800-289-5627

The bottom line is that gaps will happen – but what we do about them is what actually matters.

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Proven WizardPDS® Reliabilty, Durability and Design. Automated roof truss jig system that reduces set-up time by 99% . Requires NO additional jig hardware or images (laser projection) to accomplish a complete truss setup in 30 seconds or less! Retrofitting to your existing truss assembly table lowers your initial investment, immediately increases your margin and gives you a tremendous edge over your competition. Top and bottom chord stops spaced approximately 24” O.C. No jamming or debris build up with the exclusive and patented open channel design. Multiple set-ups per table Easy to use and compatible with all major design software.

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Supported by 6” x 4” Steel Tube Frame Clamping Rails & End Stops Built-In 1/2” True Arc Camber to Both Clamping & Side Rails Electrical Track & Air Cylinders are Under the Table Build up to 40’ Floor Trusses with Option for Additional Length

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NEW! Gang Nail Modular Swing Press

Square 1 Vertical Truss Stacker Engineered to operate through all seasons. Sumitomo High Torque Break Motor (no air or hydraulic unit to maintain). 35 Second Cycle Time. Each pedestal will hold from 10 to 25 trusses depending on truss size & weight. Floor Truss Stacker (stack 14’ to 50’ trusses). Roof Truss Stackers (stack 14’ to 50’ or 20’ to 70’ trusses). Agricultural & Large Residential Roof Truss Stacker (stack trusses up to 120’). Powered Outside Conveyor. Control Panel

Gang Nail model 59200, 4’ x 15’, modular 50-ton swing press truss assembly system.

Presses dimensional lumber in 2" x 4" or 4" x 2" orientation. Includes 36" wide, stationary platen with hydraulic drive and joy-stick control. Opposite sides of table slide under press platen to set plates in lumber. 208V, 3 phase power. $27,990, FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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Klaisler Receivers (14)

New Square 1 Short Roof Truss Finish Press New, Square 1 “short” finish roller press (FRP), Four-foot wide (other widths available) x 1 1/2” tall throat. The unique “uni-body” construction creates a ridged machine that houses 12” diameter rolls, 7 1/2 HP motor with integrated brake, emergency photoelectric shut-off and 80# chain drive. This FRP features 114 FPM speed, emergency shut-off bars, and full chain and sprocket guards. Available options include: other roller widths, Heavy-Duty upgrade, gear motor drive, and soft start controls. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical.

Other voltages available. $15,750, FOB IN

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Quantity of fourteen (14), air-actuated Klaisler receivers, 14 foot long, skate wheel conveyors with stands. Feature slotted side columns and air cylinders to move receiver arm. 30 1/4" from bottom of base plate to top of skate wheels. 100 PSI air required. $15,400. FOB IN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2014 CMF Peak-Up Roof Truss Stacker 2014 CMF peak-up, vertical, roof truss stacking system with 3 HP drive system with new motor and gear reducer, autoindexing, receiver arms, holds up to (30) trusses from 16 foot to 50 foot in length, up to 14 foot height, with 22 second average cycle time. Adjustable bridge/arm starts cycling process, bundle indexes back 1 1/2" as each truss is stacked. Four lifting arms work in unison. Includes (80) foot of conveyor, consisting of (10) powered conveyors and (8) idler conveyors. Push button pendant controls. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. Available to ship in May of 2017. $18,990, FOB MI. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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For a demonstration of how software upgrades accomplish this, see the “before & after” video at: https://youtu.be/3V5gmXbjQPU. It illustrates that software can increase throughput rather than redesigning elements of the equipment, your TURBO Drive does not become yesterday’s news because of a model number change.

FOR A DEMONSTRATION OF HOW SOFTWARE UPGRADES ACCOMPLISH THIS, SEE THE “BEFORE & AFTER” VIDEO AT: https://youtu.be/3V5gmXbjQPU

So how much would you pay for software that increases your cutting productivity and keeps your saw current with the latest technology?

How about zero? With the Hundegger TURBO Drive, free software updates for life are included with the saw. As software is optimized and performance is enhanced, you’ll never have to worry about what model you bought. For more information, visit http://www.woodtrusssystems.com/ manufacturers/general/hundegger-usa/

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1992 Clark Industries 14' Tri-Axis Press with Kick-Leg Table Model 4000 Gantry Press (14’) with Joystick Control, Ride Platform & Floor Track. 20 HP Hydraulic Pump Motor. 16” x 19” Pressing Platen. Kicklegs & End Stands for 12’ x 50’ Table. Combination Steel/Wood & Plastic Top with Jig Bars $28,000 FOB MI Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

And that’s our business.

Eide Machinery Sales has been in the Wood Product and Fabrication industries for over 90 years; serving the Component Manufacturing Industry since the beginning. Your business is our business and we’ve built a successful reputation building and strengthening relationships with our customers through proper placement of the right equipment (new or used), parts, service and support.

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Maintaining/maximizing productivity is necessary for successful component manufacturers. This could involve a simple and affordable solution to keep a line running, material handling systems to keep things moving, or a large investment made to replace or introduce a new line or technology to your plant.

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Alpine Mighty Mite Press 6’ x 29’ Table. Hydraulic Press with Ride Platform. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. The motor and several of the hydraulic components have been replaced in the last couple of years.

Video available upon request. $6,900 NOW $4,950 FOB MI. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Klaisler 14' x 80' Side Eject Roller Gantry System • •Klaisler 14’ x 24” Diameter Gantry Roller (Track Mounted) • •12 Each 6’ x 14’ Steel Framed Plastic Top Tables with Ejectors • •460 Volt / 3 Phase $49,500 NOW $44,500 FOB MD. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1997 Pacific Automation 14' x 62' Roller Gantry System Pacific Automation AutoRoll 14 TR Roller Gantry (track mounted). 8 Each - Pacific Automation Walk-Thru Tables (drilled & tapped top) with Skatewheel Ejectors.

Add $10,000 for Mitek Powered Exiting Conveyor with Skatewheel Receivers (9 powered rollers, 10 idle rollers, 8 receivers).

Excludes Finish Roller & Outside Conveyor. $37,500 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Two C-Clamp Presses with Unistrut Jig Table •2006 Mitek TK8 Klincher C-Clamp Press •Used Panel Clip Klincher C-Clamp Press •10 Ton C-Clamp with Trolley •Press Roof (2x4) or Floor (4x2) Trusses •115/230 Volt - 1 Phase - 2 HP Motor •Unistrut Jigging and Stands (build two 40’ trusses at the same time) •Add Third Panel Clip Klincher C-Clamp Press for $5,000 $19,500 FOB SD Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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100% Nail Plate Embedment on the Assembly Table Dual Pressure System 30 Ton on Low 60 Ton on High (ex. Cap. 10" x 12" Nail Plate) Press 1x, 2x, 3x and 4x Dimensional Trusses 4, 5, 6, or 7 Feet Wide Options 20, 24, or 30 Feet Long Options Joystick Control Left/Right Operation

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Two 2005 CMF 14’ x 65’ Truss Lines with Center Conveyor & Finish Roller 2 Each - CMF Stealth 14' Roller Gantries (Track Mounted). 16 Each - Steel Slotted Top Walk-Thru Tables with Skatewheel Ejectors. Powered Exiting Conveyor with Skatewheel Receivers. CMF Stealth 14' x 24" Diameter Finish Roller. Excludes Outside Conveyor. Add $12,500 for 2007 Laharco Sense-A-Plate Plate Detector. $110,000 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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1994 Klaisler 14’ x 110’ Side Eject Roller Gantry System (2) Klaisler 14' x 24" Diameter Gantry Rollers with Floor Mounted Rail. (14) Plastic Top Tables with Unistrut Jigging & Skatewheel Ejectors. Drilled & Tapped at Bottom Chord. Powered Exiting Conveyor.

Tee-Lok 14' x 24" Diameter Finish Roller.

Idle Outside Conveyor. Custom Built PeakUp Truss Stacker. $112,500 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1995 Klaisler Side Eject Gantry System

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160’ x 14’ side-eject system with Koskovich Jet-Set auto jigging tables. Features (11) plastic top Jet-Set combo tables with skate wheel ejectors and (7) plastic top 56" Klaisler tables with skate wheel ejectors with 15" aisles and 4' OC Jet-Set pucks. Includes (2) Klaisler GR14-24 24" recessed rail gantry with riding platform and soft start, Klaisler 24" final roller, (16) powered conveyor rollers and (16) idler rollers. includes all available jigging hardware and bridge plates. The Jet-Set needs to be calibrated and one of the gantry heads needs new electrical i​nvertor. 230v, 3 phase electrical power.

$139,990 NOW $92,390 FOB OH 765-751-9990

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NEW! New Component Table with Skatewheel Conveyors • Lift & Extend Skatewheel Conveyors • 10’ x 10’ Work Area with Squaring Lip • Gun Holster & Nail Tray

$8,250 FOB NE 800-382-0329 | www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

New Square 1 Short Roof Truss Finish Press Four-foot* wide x 3 1/2” tall throat. The unique “uni-body” construction creates a ridged machine that houses 12” diameter rolls, 7 1/2 HP motor with integrated brake, and 80# chain drive. This FRP features 114 FPM speed, emergency shut-off bars, and full chain and sprocket guards. Available options include: Other roller widths, Heavy-Duty upgrade, gear motor drive, and soft start controls available at an additional charge. 208, 240, 480 volt electrical. $15,750 FOB IN

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Sheathing Station with Screw bridge uSe the link to View our neweSt Video or ViSit our PanelS PluS channel on youtube, httPS://youtu.be/VngidgPhjaw ,

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1999 Triad Custom 2-Station Wall Panel Equipment Special built, 1999 Triad combo framing table with Gen II sheathing table, 20tool nailing bridge, router bridge and all available floor grating. Builds walls from 4'-0" to 14'-2". Includes pop-up conveyors, 16" & 24" stud locators. Sheathing bridge includes side-shift feature, push-button controls, manual bridge travel. Router bridge includes router. No tool dollies, fastener tools or tool mounts included. OEM parts are available at additional cost. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical. 100 PSI air required.

Price: $34,990 NOW $20,000 Location: IL Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

DeWalt Panel Saw Vertical panel saw, 10 foot long, utilizes 13 amp 120v industrial saw motor, DeWalt circular saw with 8" blade, crosscuts material up to 64" wide and 1 1/2” thick.

Included PDF service manual. $2,100 FOB QC Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Triad "Diamond Quad" Wall Panel Line (Enlarge Picture for Details) Triad “Diamond Quad” Framing Table with Tool Dollies. 20’ Roller Conveyor with Stands. Triad “Diamond Quad” Squaring Table with Multi-Tool Bridge.

Excludes Nail/Staple Guns. The equipment is currently stored in a trailer. The trailer can be purchased for an additional $2,000. $17,500 FOB WI. pdf link for photos Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2010 Gorbel Crane System Gorbel freestanding crane system, 2,000 lb weight limit, 14 foot x 28 foot working footprint, 16'-3" hoist hook height, festoon electrical supply cord. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. $12,490 FOB TX. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Triad 3-Station Wall Panel Line Used Triad equipment includes (1) model DQ Framer with stud locators at 16" and 24", tool dollies and skate wheel lift-outs, (1) DQ Squaring table and router bridge with auto-return, 10'-3" wall height x 16' panel length, (1) Gen II model SQ squaring table with single-beam, multi-tool bridge with auto return and laser pointer, stitch function, manual travel control, (19) mounts and (19) Bostitch staple tools. Squaring and sheathing tables are installed in-line to allow for longer panels. System includes Triad panel lift, electric hoist and (1) Gen II SH sheathing table (shown outdoors, in poor condition).

120 volt, 1 phase electrical. 100 PSI air. $52,990 NOW $39,990 FOB: TN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

NEW PortaFramer 16' x 7'-9" to 10'-6" Trailer Mounted Wall Framer 2" Ball Coupler. Safety Chains with Hooks. 2,000 Lb Jack with Wheel. Wheel Fenders. 12" White Spoke Wheels. Primed & Painted White. Galvanized Platform Stands. Galvanized Rollers & Cross Members. Stainless Steel Guide Pins on 16" Centers. Stainless Steel Air Cylinders.

Stainless Steel Push-In Air Line Fittings.

Water Separator & Regulator with Gauge. $15,000 FOB MO. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 FAX: 800-524-4982

HORIZONTAL ROOF TRUSS STACKERS

Features • Automated lifting and stacking of Trusses eliminates operator fatigue and lifting injuries • Designed to handle 450# Trusses with ease • Operator remote control allows movement when stacking • Sensors to prevent overrun • Toothed safety mechanism on lifting ram to prevent lifter falling should the hydraulics fail.

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2010 Panels Plus 16’ x 12’ Sheathing/ Squaring Table with Single Beam Multi-Tool Bridge with Plate Stitchers Model 40003 sheathing/squaring table features foot pedal power control at squaring end of table. Squares wall from 7’ to 12’ heights and up to 16’ in length. 12” wide roller conveyor on both sides, with squaring stops. Bridge is a 2010 Panels Plus SingleBeam Bridge W/Plate Stitchers featuring a single pendant control of the bridge with power drive with auto return. Single beam, multi-tool bridge features 24 primary tools with spacing on 6” centers. Tools have a variable shift of 3” to 6”, and 2” to 4” to accommodate offset nailing at sheathing seams. Bridge function also includes four manually adjusted stitcher tools. Two standard top and bottom plate stitchers, and two adjustable tools for common top and bottom side of openings (such as windows) Standard 3 position tilt for seam nailing, hand-crank on tool bridge for precise stapling/nailing, laser sight line. Requires minimum 60 CFM at 120 psi, 120v single phase electrical service. $39,490 FOB CA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

“Serving the Component Industry Since 1996” 2009 Panels Plus Sub-Component Nailer Panels Plus sub-component nailing station, model CN 100, touch screen operation with "quick motion" setups, two-tool indexing tool carriages, foot pedal tool firing control.

Maximum nail height of 12 inches x 27" width. Designed to provide clearance for larger, coil-fed tools. Includes (2) 12 footlong x 27 inch wide idler roller conveyor sections without legs. Sold for over $28,000 new. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical. 90 PSI minimum air requirement. $14,990.

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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.

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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.

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System also includes Ingersoll-Rand SSR-EP20 20 HP 79 CFM rotary compressor with tank and dryer, Northfield model 410 upcut saw including infeed conveyor and Alpine manual length measure with 1' lumber stops, Triad model FTCN sub-component nailer, two (2) Triad sub-assembly tables, Safety Speed Cut vertical panel saw, 2-ton hoist with caliper-type panel lift, 60' of conveyor and all available spare parts, nail tools, and nails. 120v, 3 phase power. $58,990 FOB ND

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OPTIONS Add $4,800 for 17 Paslode Nail Guns & 15 Paslode Staple Guns (currently mounted to the panel bridge) Add $2,500 for Installation Support Labor (plus travel expenses) Add $1,500 for Wall Panel Lift (excluding hoist & beam) Add $1,750 for 1 Pair of 15’ Skatewheel Conveyor with Stands

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2002 PCS Wall Panel Line System includes Power Framer nail-onthe-fly framing table builds 8’ to 12’ wall heights, workers remain stationary as the wall continuously and automatically moves through 6 high-capicity nail guns. Framer transitions to Powered Squaring Conveyor for finishing openings and subcomponents.

Exterior walls are squared and sheather through a 24 tool, single-beam bridge with plate stitchers. Finished walls transition to stacking queue conveyor with Smart-Crane wall panel stacker which stacks walls.

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Triad AutoCol Sub-Component Nailing Station Triad model "AutoCol" sub-component nailing station with infeed and outfeed conveyors. Builds stud-block-stud, L's, T's, headers and trimmers/jacks. Touch screen controls, laser pointer, runs in manual or batch mode. Conveyor infeed and outfeed tables are each 6' wide x 10' long x 34" height (adjustable height) with 15" long roller conveyors. Twelve (12) tool stations, six per side. Internal transformer for PC included. Tools and mounts not included.

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Open Your Eyes to Overproduction Part 5 in our TIMWOODS Series

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iles and piles of production all around you. No, I am not talking about inventory, I am talking about WIP, finished goods/staged jobs—Overproduction.

Overproduction is making products in too great a quantity or before actually needed, leading to excessive inventory. Considered one of the worst wastes in some circles, overproduction can obscure all of the other problems within your processes.

Walking through or working with many operations, this is a waste I see often. It can go unnoticed because focus can be on any number of other areas; or you think you are working to keep ahead of your customer, but are you really?

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How many businesses have you walked into and, seeing items produced ahead of time, thought, “wow, they will never survive like that.” You don’t walk into a McDonald’s® and see the fry bin piled high with cooked French fries. That never happens because they focus on delivering hot fries every time and do not want to waste cost. So why would we be any different? Overproducing causes you to tie up your capital in stock, raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Your cash is king and what you rely on running your business, big or small—if you are going to be competitive, offer that additional service or add automated equipment, don’t tie up cash paying charges to your bank for using your credit line. The other waste in the cost of overproduction is space, including the storage and movement of the material. And remember, it took someone in your operation to do this, unless you have a robot.

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Causes of the waste of Overproduction Why do we get into this habit? I always get a pretty simple answer to this, “we always have done it that way.” Or the better answer I may get is, “we want to stay ahead of our customers.”

It really does not matter if it is always done that way or if in the interest of customers, it still boils down to recognizing that it is a waste and needs to be tackled and corrected. Some companies produce large batches because the setup times on their gantries takes so long that they figure the large batch will offset the setup by maximizing the throughput. But this reduces scheduling flexibility in operations and, by making batching changes and changes at the table, you can reduce batch sizes and increase throughput. Some companies distrust suppliers and order more than they need, and sooner than needed, to ensure that they have it when needed—this additional stress that we place on our suppliers often causes them to fail, becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy. The best practice is to work with the supplier or source from another to correct the issue—but most companies will not take that initiative.

The biggest issue comes within our own operations and involves the scheduling from our design teams, our inventory processors/pullers, to our delivery teams. We distrust the reliability of our own processes and plan to allow for interruptions in the flow of production, often scheduling a few days or even weeks between successive operations just in case there are issues or changes to the production plan. By design, we plan many of our delays and inventory, and many of our own ERP and MRP systems add to this problem. We also work to inaccurate forecasts; we guess what the customer will want in the future and invariably make mistakes, thereby building product that is unwanted and not building what the customers really want. I often tell clients that scheduling, along with batching, throughout the operation is one of the most important functions. It can provide you with success and profitability that is often hidden; many times we just look at adding a new forklift, saw, or automated table, and never look at scheduling.

How to eliminate or reduce Overproduction The first step is to recognize you are overproducing. You need to understand that we are often planning our own delays, so go out and see the large batches being produced and ask why. Once you understand some of the issues, I have always used simple Lean 5S tools with customers to begin walking through the various cells in an operation. We identify the value stream using tools like a value stream map, process map, spaghetti diagram (like we heard at the BCMC Show), and then many other tools I use. And don’t forget, it is not just out in our yards or production plants—this includes the office.

You may end up rearranging portions of your work place, creating smaller, simpler process cells, or even using a dedicated machine for a process. Doing this, you will find you eliminate much of the waste of overproduction in your processes, and you will also highlight other areas where continuous improvement is needed that were hidden by all of this inventory.

Many operations I work with believe that shutting a production line down due to lack of orders is too costly or will cause personnel issues. This is generally how waste of overproduction begins. In a lean manufacturing environment, zero orders equals zero production.

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Open Your Eyes... Continued

Here’s a typical scenario I will see at a component plant.

There’s an hour left in the first shift, all batches have been produced, and the production line is standing around. The supervisor decides they should build something in order to keep the line from shutting down. The second shift, not being as experienced, generally builds easier trusses or only floors or a combination thereof. The first shift builds an hour’s worth of product in a batch. The second shift comes in and finishes the rest of what was scheduled and has two hours left in their shift. But the supervisor needs to decide—do they begin building into the first shift schedule, which is not common work and would be produced at a less productive rate, or end the shift? Most operations will continue to build. See where this is going? If there are no orders or you are ahead of your schedule, shut down the line. Have the production workers clean or work on continuous improvement ideas. If you continue to have available time at the end of the day, you may need to adjust your manpower.

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Waste reduction to improve profits Eliminating or reducing the waste of overproduction in your process or manufacturing will continue to help you realize the benefits of a lean operation. These benefits will cause your costs to be reduced significantly and increase your competitive advantage in your market. Or, use those reduced costs to add service benefits for your customers, benefits your competitors do not have, which becomes a marketing advantage for you.

By not overproducing, you get closer to a Just In Time (JIT) operation, making only what your customer wants when they want it, thus reducing waste. And remember, if we can be of assistance to you, if would be our pleasure to help you, give us a call!

Ben Hershey is the CEO of 4Ward Consulting Group, LLC, the leading provider of Lean Management and Manufacturing Consulting to the Structural Component and Lumber Industry. A Past President of SBCA, he has owned and managed several manufacturing and distribution companies and is Six Sigma Black Belt Certified. Ben has provided consulting to hundreds of Component Manufacturers, Lumber Dealers, and Millwork Operations, and is highly recommended throughout the industry. You can reach Ben at ben@4WardConsult.com or 623-512-6770. © 2017 4Ward Consulting Group, LLC PHONE: 800-289-5627

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GREEN LASERS ARE SIGNIFICANTLY EASIER TO SEE THAN RED LASERS. SL LASER’S ADVANCED COOLING OF THE DIODE INCREASES THE LIFESPAN OF THE HEADS.

Today’s laser technology saves time and improves quality in producing roof truss, wall panel, and floor panel elements. SL Laser combines technical ingenuity and years of wood component industry experience to deliver a package that provides easily measurable savings. Setup times are dramatically reduced, production processes are simplified and quality improved. Easy to control and virtually maintenance-free devices ensure the safe flow of your production and have a fast return on investment. SL Lasers work seamlessly with any structural component design software.

SL LASER HEADS ARE SIMPLE TO MOUNT AND CAN WORK WITH NEARLY ANY CEILING HEIGHT OR CONFIGURATION.

For over 15 years Wood Truss Systems has been a driving force in implementing laser projection in component plants throughout North America and beyond. Let us develop a custom configuration and complete price quote for your facility, and see how worldclass laser technology can work for you to increase margin and quality while reducing set-up times on your most complicated components by as much as 70%.

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Roller bed tilts with controls (gravity offload) located in truck cab and includes pop-up rollers, headache rack and ships up to 36' long trusses. Two front tires are new.

Half tread on the balance of tires. Half tread on brakes. DOT expired in March of 2015. $38,990 FOB CT. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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Precision ​Equipment ​Manufacturing​has evolved with the wood component industry over the past 15 years and is emerging as the premier trailer and​roll-off trailer suppliers in the industry. From vastly improved manufacturing standards including establishing in-house finishing (sandblasting and paint) to investing in facilities capable of producing world-class delivery systems Precision is living up to their name. Their ​truss delivery​ designs are based on y​ ears of experience i​n delivering component packages for area manufacturers. Best practices are coming together to deliver a first-rate equipment and even better customer service​to insure your deliveries are made reliably and safely throughout the life of your Precision trailer.

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2000 Haulin' T-30 Rolloff Trailer Condition: As-Is, Where-Is 2000 Haulin' rolloff truss trailer, 48 foot long, sliding tandem axles, fifth wheel tractor connection, hydraulic lift, locking rollers, lights in working order, 70% tire tread and 60% brakes. $11,990 FOB MN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

40', 48' and 53' Fixed Lengths. 36' to 51', 42' to 60', 46' to 64', 50' to 70' and 53' to 80' Expandable Lengths. 102" Wide. Air Lift ICC Bumper. Self Contained Hydraulic Power Unit. Spring Loaded Composite Fenders. Dual Rear Rollers. New Low Pro Tires. Air Operated Roller Pin Lock System. Air Operated Load Control System. Sliding Air Ride Suspension. Strobe Lighting. Mesh Between All Rollers. Patented Load Lifts. LED Lighting System. Extend-a-Rail. 4" x 35' Load Straps. Patented Strap Locks. Strap Winches. Dove Tail on Rear of Trailer. Hydraulic King Pin Plate. Removable Headache Rack. 7 Way Receptacle on Rear of Trailer. Split Rollers. Sliding Winch System.

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hen our Salesman, Ross Black, gave me the plans for the Clark Residence, I knew from the start that this was going to be a special project. I always enjoy working on these large single family custom homes, and this was no exception. For the most part, this home was not too difficult of a design, however, there is a 30Âş turn in the structure where the house meets the garage and that can make for a small challenge.

After I completed the preliminary design, the builder, James Jordan of Addison Homes from Lubbock, TX, came to the Noltex Truss Office in Littlefield, TX to review a few details and ensure that the needs of the homeowners were met.

Namely, they wanted an open space in the attic to allow for HVAC (both the air handler and the duct work) and also room for some light storage. I said that I could certainly accommodate him on both accounts.

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I was able to provide the customer with an open space built into the trusses that goes entirely from one end of the house to the other, and it’s tall enough to stand up in it. Of course, maintaining that same open space through the trusses in the 30º turn was a bit of a challenge, but, through some creative design work, I made it happen.

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As a truss technician by profession and a photographer by hobby, it has been of dream of mine to get a picture of the Milky Way with a house that I designed the trusses on...

On the cover of The Advertiser As a truss technician by profession and a photographer by hobby, it has been of dream of mine to get a picture of the Milky Way with a house that I designed the trusses on.

This is easier said than done, as most of the houses where I’ve designed trusses are “in the city,” so the light pollution at night makes it impossible to even see the Milky Way. As this house was more “out in the country,” I thought that it might be possible. I took the chance, got up at about 3:30 AM, and drove out to the job site. I was not disappointed.

Photos courtesy of James Clinich.

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Alpine Lumber Carousel Alpine model 407A, lumber carousel features (7) lumber bays each with 14 ft. max lumber lumber length (without overhanging the bay). Hydraulic drive with reservoir, 40' working diameter. 480v, 3 phase, 30A electrical. See video link and PDF shown with this listing. $9,690 FOB CA. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2003 Challenger Wood Grinder Model CH200-3037-S. Vibrating Infeed Conveyor. Oufeed Material Blower. Motor: 27 KW Brook Hansen (480 Volt / 3 Phase).

Cutters: Small FIXCUT @ 58. Screen: 1/2” @ 2 Sections. NOW $13,900 FOB IL. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

Alpine Lumber Carousel - NC HD carousel feed system with 7 stations, handles material to 16’. Includes toggle controls and 10 HP motor to power systems hydraulic power unit. $9,680 FOB NC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Four Arm Infeed Deck Price: $7,890 NOW $3,990 :: FOB PA 10' long x 10' wide 4-arm infeed deck, powered by a 1 HP motor, prism chain feed and deflector pans. 230/460 volt, 3 phase.

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UsiFab Chord Splicer UsiFab chord splicer splices 2"x3" through 2"x6" lumber. Presses the lumber together prior to imbedding plates. Imbeds plate lengths up to 13 inches. Features heavy-duty tubular frame, dual-recessed, simultaneousactivation buttons, guarded motor, sprockets and a 3 HP motor. 600 volt, 3 phase electrical. Price: $8,990, Condition: Good, Location: QC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Metriguard Finger Jointing Testing Equipment •Metriguard Model 330 Press. •Humboldt Model H-30140 Laboratory Oven (115 Volt).

•Pressure Pump & Vessel. •Lightly Used.

•Excludes Associated Machinery Material Cart. $6,500 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2006 Alpine PF90 AutoMark System • Wall Panel Plate Cutting & Marking Saw • Automated Length Stop & Ink Jet Printer as directed by Design Software Output • Cuts & Marks Both Top & Bottom Plates Simultaneously up to 20’ in Length • 10 HP Motor with 20” Blade • 240 Volt / 3 Phase / 30 Amps $39,900 FOB BC Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

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Wood Runner AirPick The next generation Wood Runner® AirPick™ is a giant step forward in automated lumber retrieval systems and is up to 30% faster than the old screw-driven system.

The old style lumber retrieval system used screws to pick up lumber, but the AirPick has found a new faster, better way with suction. As a totally automated system, the AirPick eliminates the costs and limitations associated with manually fed saws. The AirPick is incredibly safe, with active monitoring of the work area, the gantry can slow or completely stop itself to avoid people wandering into the work area. This proven technology brings a new level of versatility, efficiency and accuracy to picking and feeding lumber to saws like Omni Miser, Alpine's ALS, Hundegger TURBO, Monet DeRobo, and other linear saws. Feel free to watch our videos and click on any photo to see additional shots in our gallery. For more information regarding this new innovative machine, get back to us by phone or e-mail! From $124,900 FOB MN.

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Alup 80 HP Compressor 80 HP Alup (​ A ​ llegro​series)​, model SCD80, rotary screw compressor with 11,418 hours.

From the manufacturer's website, "Produces a minimum of 60.4 CFM, up to 303 CFM, at 75-190 PSI. Features a high efficiency drive motor with loss-free, direct drive transmission for optimal efficiency". 460 volt, 3 phase electrical. $22,990 NOW $19,900 FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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36" x 72" Wood Framed Material Carts Swivel Casters. 8” Diameter Phenolic Wheels. Over 60 Carts Available at $100 Each. FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

Miscellaneous Used IBS Equipment •IBS Multi-Tool Panel Bridge (excludes Squaring Table) •2 Sets of IBS Light Bars •IBS Auto Stops FOB OR Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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Assembles Trimmers, Jacks, L’s, Channels & Headers • 2x4 and 2x6 Capacity • Remote Fire & 3-Way Clamping • Staggered Nail Pattern • Squaring Stop • Foot Pedal Control Reserve Air Tank • 5’ Infeed & Outfeed Roller • Conveyor $16,500 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

Cullen Model A40-2 Generator Set Detroit 12V-92 Engine.Capacity: 400 KW Capacity.Output: 120/208 Volt - 1388 Amps - 3 Phase..Control Panel..Skid Mounted..1,200 Hours. 30,000 FOB BC. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Ruvo 2200 Stair Saw Ruvo model 2200 machine capable of box stringers only and cuts two stringers at a time. The saw comes with a year warranty; 90/08 remanufacture including new cylinders, valves, tubing, fittings and electrical. Spindle motors are either new or rebuilt. The machine has been recalibrated, all known problems fixed, motor bench tested, machine cycled and video of cutting stringer can be supplied. Installation by the OEM is available at an additional charge.

Wired for 230 volt, 3 phase and 30 amp electrical service. $22,677, FOB FL | AS NEW. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Tee-Lok Lumber Stacker $6,500 FOB MB Canada.

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2004 Weima - Lenze Wood Processing System Weima model WL4S shredder, 30 HP drive with gearbox and limit switch, 10" diameter single-shaft with 1/2" grid screen, 23" x 41" hopper opening, PLC controls and 0.74 cubic yard hopper volume. A two-step wood processing process. Wood waste goes from the incline into the Weima grinder, to the short auger piece, then the 20' long auger at an incline, leading to the Lenze grinder.

Includes $1,000 worth of replacement knives and other available spare parts.

25,000 operating hours logged. Picture of output shown with listing. 230 volt, 3 phase, 100 Amp electrical. $37,990 FOB WI Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Invicta DGI-40 16" Single Surface Planer (Used) •15 3/4” x 8 1/2” Capacity •25 & 46 FPM Feed Speeds •5,000 RPM Cutterhead Speed •7 1/2 HP Motor •230 Volt / 3 Phase •Powered Raise & Lower of Table $4,000 FOB WA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

2010 Monet DeSauw Wood Finger Jointing Line Cut-Off/Shaper Unit with 5 HP Saw to Cut-Off Angles & 25 HP Cutter Head to Fingerjoint Ends. Delta 2 Bag Dust Collector. Glue Station with Apquip Glue Applicator & 6 Gallon Glue Pot. Hydraulic Finger Joint Press with Cut-Off Blades (2x4 and 2x6 Lumber). 480 Volt / 3 Phase. Save $$ on Disposal Fees, Earn Profit on Waste Material & Produce Straight Lumber. $58,900 NOW $49,500 FOB IL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

2010 USIFAB Roof Truss Vertical/Flat Stacker 90 foot long, 3-station single/dual/tandem, peak-up, hydraulic powered roof truss stacker with electrical control panel and remote control for operator use. System includes 90 feet of conveyor capable of travel speed up to 140 feet / minute. Nine (9) arms rotate to 90 degrees for Peak-Up stacking, plus lateral transfer on opposite side for flat stacking. 15 GPM hydraulic unit with 15 HP electric motor. Professionally manufactured by USIFAB R. L. Inc. (www. usifabrl.com). Currently wired for 600 V, 3 phase electrical power. $63,980 FOB BC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

NEW! Spida Simple Stop •20’ Length Stop with MDF Bench Top •Available in Lengths up to 60’ •7” Color Touch Screen Entry of Cut Lengths •110 Volt / 1 Phase •Excludes Saw, Outfeed Conveyor, Freight & Customs Charges •10’ Spida Simple Stop - $8,920 •20’ Spida Simple Stop - $11,340 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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New SL Laser Projection System New, laser projection system from SL Laser.

Projects roof truss, floor truss and wall panel design images accurately onto building Hain 20' Powered Measuring System surface, for faster setup and fabrication Adapts to Any Saw. Left or Right Hand times. Each laser head provides 21' Operation. Feet & Inches System (Stops projection length (@15 foot ceiling heights). at 12” Centers) or Inches System (Stops at Includes system computer, cables, mounting 10” Centers). Motor: 1/4 HP Linear Actuator hardware for attachment to customer's (110 Volt). Stop Rail: 2 x 4 x 1/4” Aluminum structure, factory installation, training and Extrusion. Stops: Jig Bored Steel. Stop choice of green or red laser. Works with Blocks: Machine Billet Aluminum. Optional each connector plate manufacturer's design Lengths from 5’ to 60’. Optional Gang Stop. software. Modular nature of the laser heads Add $770.00 per 10’ Section of Heavy Duty allows for easy, future expansion of system Roller Conveyor with Stands length. 120 volt, 1 phase. FOB NC Wasserman & Associates Wood Truss Systems 800-382-0329 765-751-9990 www.wasserman-associates.com www.woodtrusssystems.com Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

2004 Cresswood Grinder System Cresswood model HF3630AST hopperfed grinder with 3/8" screen, features a Cresswood Destroyer cutter head. Available spare 5/8" screen, shear bars and bolts included. Features 36" diameter infeed, floor sifting action, 30HP motor, heavyduty steel frame, and fluid clutch. Includes Northern model 22 blower unit with 15 HP motor and Hytrol belt incline, 18" wide with sides x 24 feet long. 230/460 volt, 3 phase electrical. $21,990, FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com FAX: 800-524-4982

The old dog has a new trick:

Vacuum pickup is now available to increase the productivity and versatility of the Ranger RS. Meet the most advanced vacuum pickup system in the industry, designed and built by ACER specifically for handling lumber. An automatic self-cleaning feature ensures reliability in dusty environments. The compact integrated vacuum shoes provide simplicity, speed, and pick-after-pick reliability, even with dense engineered lumber.

Reduce costs and keep your linear component saw buzzing with the proven Ranger RS.

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RANGER RS was formerly sold under the Wood Runner name. RANGER RS is a trademark of ACER INC. The RANGER RS system is protected under U.S. Patent #8,960,244. Other patents are pending.

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Fitzzgerald Group, LLC New Spida 20' Plate Marker (Aluminum Framed Table) 20’ of Aluminum Framed Table with MDF Bench Top. Spida Automated 20’ Length Stop/Plate Positioner & 10’ Infeed Roller Conveyor. Workstation, Control Cabinet Enclosure & 17” Touch Screen Integration Spida or MangoTech Plate Cutting & Marking Software. Cuts to 20’, Marks to 18’ Cut & Mark 3,000 LF of Plates per 8 Hour Shift. Length of Delay to Mark Board: 1/2 Second (can be adjusted). Compatible File Formats: .trs, .mdf, .mwf, .xml, .hay/hfs, .gwf & .tx. Includes 2 Day Onsite Training & Installation. Add $750 Annually for 12 Month Phone & Virtual Tech Support.

Add $700 for DeWalt Model DWS780 12” Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw Add $3,930 for Steel Framed Table with Roller Conveyor or MDF Bench Top. Excludes: Dust Collector, Saw Stand, Freight & Customs Charges. $25,599 FOB NZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

New Spida 20' Plate Marker 20’ of Steel Framed Table with Roller Conveyor or MDF Bench Top. Spida Automated 20’ Length Stop/Plate Positioner & 10’ Infeed Roller Conveyor. Workstation, Control Cabinet Enclosure & 17” Touch Screen Integration. Spida or MangoTech Plate Cutting & Marking Software. Cuts to 20’, Marks to 18’. Cut & Mark 3,000 LF of Plates per 8 Hour Shift. Length of Delay to Mark Board: 1/2 Second (can be adjusted).

Compatible File Formats: .trs, .mdf, .mwf, .xml, .hay/hfs, .gwf & .tx. Includes 2 Day Onsite Training & Installation. Add $750 Annually for 12 Month Phone & Virtual Tech Support. Add $700 for DeWalt Model DWS780 12” Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw. Add $8,920 for Spida 20” Up-Cut SnipSaw. Add $8,050 for Lauderdale Hamilton 24” Super Chop Saw. Deduct $3,930 for Aluminum Framed Table with MDF Bench Top. Excludes: Dust Collector, Saw Stand, Freight & Customs Charges. $$29,529 FOB NZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

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Detects missing or misaligned plates. 16' Throat. 110 Volt / 1 Phase. Excludes CMF Finish Roller. Reference literature for additional details. $12,500 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2002 Builders Automation Template Stair Router Model RUWO 2000 MFSR. Cut Box and Open Stringers. Manual Setup with Auto Feed and Cut. One or Two Stringers per Cycle. 10’ Infeed and 10’ Outfeed Roller.

Conveyor with Stands. 240 Volt / 3 Phase. $15,000 FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Alup 80 HP Compressor Price: $22,990 NOW $14,990 Condition: Good Location: PA 80 HP Alup (Allegro series), model SCD80, rotary screw compressor with 11,418 hours.

From the manufacturer's website, "Produces a minimum of 60.4 CFM, up to 303 CFM, at 75-190 PSI. Features a high efficiency drive motor with loss-free, direct drive transmission for optimal efficiency". 460 volt, 3 phase electrical.

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Dotul Door Stop Stitcher Click Here for details $4,900 FOB GA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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B.A.M. CNC Stair Stringer Router Remanufactured, Builders Automation Machinery [BAM] model CNC/MFSR stair router. Does contemporary, box and open stairs, and is the only machine available that also cuts the top and bottom landings. Programmable with a large library stored in the machine for almost all box and open stringers. Remanufactured to include new wiring, rebuilt spindle motors, new drives and is equipped with two variable frequency drive, 5 horsepower, 3 phase motors. Comes with a six-month warranty. A portable 4-bag, 3 phase vacuum which is switched on at the machine controls is available for an additional $1,568. Installation by the OEM is available at an additional charge. 230 volt, 3 phase, 60 amp electrical requirements. 120 p.s.i. at 35 CFM air requirements. $52,000

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Norfield Magnum Door & Jamb Machine Door Sizing/Beveling. Lock & Latch Drilling. Hinge Butt Routing in the Door & Jamb. Faceplate Routing up to 1 1/8” x 2 3/4”. Air Predrill & Air Screwdriver. Width: Doors to 4-0, Jambs to 10 1/2”. Height: Doors to 8-0, Jambs to 8-0. Thickness: Doors to 1 3/4”, Jambs to 1 1/8”. Butt Sizes to 5” x 5”. Butt Spacing: Infinitely Variable.

Lock Backsets from 2 3/8” to 5”. 230 Volt / 3 Phase $8,000 FOB WA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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RUVO Model 925 Door Machining Center Interior & Exterior Door Machine will automatically: bore for the main lock hole. bore for the latch hole. rout for the rectangular latch plate. bore for the strike hole. rout for the rectangular strike plate. mortise for two or three hinges in both door & hinge jamb. Specifications: Door Height: 6’-6” to 8’-0”. Door Width: 1’-4” to 4’-0”.

Door Thickness: 1 3/8” or 1 3/4”. Butt Sizes: 3 1/2”, 4” or 4 1/2”. Jamb Width: 2 1/2” or 10 1/2”.

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Forward Thinking.

Respecting the Past.

Ask most people about the lumber industry and you’ll get a fairly predictable list of descriptions. What you’re not likely to hear are terms like: ● technologically advanced, ● sustainable logging, ● small log harvesting, ● green lumber products, ● commitment to healthy communities, and ● ecologically-minded forest management When people talk about Vaagen Brothers, that’s exactly what you’ll hear.

Working in the forests of Washington for more than 50 years, we’ve learned to take the best of traditional logging and lumber milling practices and combine them with advanced production technologies and forward-thinking sustainable forest management practices to create a company that’s as vibrant and growing as the healthy forests and ecosystems necessary to its success.

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When Competitors Attack Lately, competing building materials have been using construction fires as an opportunity to attack wood construction.

Robert Glowinski is the President & CEO of the American Wood Council (AWC).

Additionally, as an interim step, AWC has developed information and training for developers, construction, and fire crews specifically to help prevent these types of construction fires. Specific topics covered in the manuals include: • Basic Fire Precautions During Construction of Large Buildings – Applies to the design and planning stages, as well as the actual construction of buildings.

Many hazards can be addressed before they become an issue through the adoption of management best practices.

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t’s true; fires do occur in buildings under construction. But they occur in buildings of all material types, including concrete and steel. However, because wood construction has captured a larger share of the market recently, we are seeing more fires in wood buildings as well as a corresponding increase in media reports on them.

As an industry, we are aware of the challenge presented by these fires and a team of national experts from across the construction sector have begun meeting to find solutions. But construction fires are not an issue to be solved by legislatures, as some would have you believe. Our national building codes are the culmination of extensive work and research done by architects, engineers, and building and fire code officials to establish precise requirements for safe construction. To substitute the judgment of legislators for these construction experts simply does not make sense. As those experts all know, noncombustible structural materials like steel and concrete are also affected by fire and can fail, as we’ve seen in several examples nationwide over the last few months.

Whether analyzed by life cycle cost or life cycle environmental impact, the data shows that wood construction outperforms competing materials. It does not make sense to limit use of wood construction when state-of-the-art building codes identify its safe, long-term, and resilient use.

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• Hot Work During Construction of Large Buildings – Describes management best practices of hot work, thought to be the most impactful way to reduce the occurrence of large loss fires more than any other specific activity for buildings under construction. Hot work activities include cutting, welding, grinding, thermal spraying, thawing pipe, installation of torchapplied roof system, or any other similar activity.

Accountability and oversight must be in place to ensure these practices are implemented and working, and that all procedures are being followed.

• Fire Department’s Role in Prevention and Suppression of Fires During Construction of Large Buildings – Outlines pre-fire planning for large building projects, and prepares tactics and strategy for a fire if it occurs.

These materials are intended to be a resource to guide professionals whose job it is to provide safety training to construction industry employees. However, we do note that they are not intended to provide all of the information necessary for the development of a comprehensive safety training course, as they present issues only pertaining to fire safety.

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By Matt Layman Publisher, Layman’s Lumber Guide

LAYMAN'S LUMBER MARKET BRIEF

Ideal Lumber Inventory Management Strategy...

Softwood Framing Lumber Market Forecast & Trading Strategy Matt Layman, Publisher Elasticity Week #21

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May 24 , 2017

Ideal Inventory Management...Elasticity During rising tide (green zone) we expect demand accelerators.

A fellow lumberman asked me to describe my ideal style

A fellow lumberman asked me to describe my ideal style inventory management, or buying strategies.

So ithere of of inventory management, or buying strategies.

So, here is. The it is.

As a lumber broker, a truss plant buyer and a retail best way to describe it is “elasticity.” lumber yard owner. The best way to describe it is "elasticity"."

Imagine the lumber market like the waves and tides of the Imagine lumber market likeand theflows waveswith andthe tides of sea. The tide isthe predictable...it ebbs moon’s the sea. The tide is predictable...it ebbs and flows with cycles and position in relation to the sea. The variable is the size the moon's cycles and position in relation to the sea. The of variable the waves can and can estimated by weather. is which the size of be theinfluenced waves which be influenced and estimated by weather.

Likewise, the lumber market has predictable tides. The Likewise, the lumber market has predictable tides. The greatest influence on our lumber market is weather and the cycles greatest influence on our lumber market is weather and of the longer andofshorter days.shorter Shorter days have days less favorable cycles longer and days.

Shorter have weather for lumber demand.

Longer demand. days haveLonger more favorable less favorable weather for lumber days have more favorable Weexpansion know when of weather.

We know whenweather. periods of andperiods contraction expansion and contraction will occur...i.e. the TIDE. will occur...i.e. the TIDE. The tides of the lumber market can be seen on the graph below green and red Green is below The tides of by thethe lumber market can shadings. be seen on the graph rising tide, (lengthening daylight), red is falling tide by the green and red shadings. Green is rising tide, (lengthening (shortening daylight). Clearly we can conclude that the daylight), red is falling tide (shortening daylight). Clearly we can tide does not determine lumber price cycles or movement. conclude that thecreates tide does notmovement? determine lumber price cycles or What then price Simple.

The movement. motor is buyers' anticipation of how large or small and frequent the waves will be during each high or low tide.

What then creates movement?

Simple.

The motor is During falling tide price (red zone) we expect demand buyers’ anticipation of how large or small and frequent disruptions. Lower waves of demand disruptions the waves strengthen Higher waves will be duringprices. each high or low tide.of disruption weaken prices. More of the expected unfavorable conditions is During falling tide (red zone) we expect demandisdisruptions. bearish.

More unexpected favorable conditions bullish.

Lower waves of demand disruptions strengthen prices. Higher waves of disruption weaken prices.

Higher waves of additional demand accelerators strengthen prices.

During rising tide (green zone) we expect demand Conversely, lower waves of demand accelerators weaken prices.

accelerators. Higher waves of additional demand accelerators prices. Conversely, lower waves Obviously,strengthen in both situations, more than expected favorable of demand accelerators weaken prices.

More of theconditions conditions are bullish. More than expected unfavorable expected favorable conditions is bullish. More of the are bearish. unfavorable conditions is bearish. unexpected is the the preparation preparation for ItIt is for the the expected expected and and unexpected unexpected that that creates volatility. The ultimate goal is to establish a creates volatility. The goal is to establish a base inventory around base inventory around the expected. Higher inventory the expected. inventory duringduring rising tide, lower during risingHigher tide, lower inventory falling tide.inventory during falling tide.

Then, adjust the near-term position elastically, Then, adjust the near-term position elastically, expand or contract, depending on the unexpected influences.

Nasty expand or contract, depending on the unexpected influences. freezing winter, scorching hot summer, prolonged wet Nasty freezing winter, scorching hot summer, prolonged wet spring...thin it out. Warm winter, dry spring, mild spring...thin it out.

Warm winter, dry spring, mild summer...beef summer...beef it up. it up.The most effective way to manage inventory is to expand at FTP reversal lows and reduce as we approach The most effective way to manage inventory is to expand at FTP reversal highs, riding the big waves on the tide. In FTP reversalweek lowsto and reduce as the we approach FTP reversal highs, between, week, ride small waves.

Buy early riding the big waves on the tide.

In between, week to week, in the week in rising markets. Delay purchases until late ride in small the week during the waves.

Buyprice earlyweakness. in the week in rising markets. Delay The absolute worse is just-in-time buying, purchases until late in thestrategy week during price weakness. being totally oblivious to the wave motions.

The worse and strategy is just-in-time buying, being The absolute key is elasticity the buyer's unpredictability.

totally oblivious to the wave motions.

Looking Forward...ML

The key is elasticity, and your most powerful secret weapon… unpredictability.

Looking Forward...ML

(FTP) Forecasted Time & Price vs. Composite (2x4's #2 SYP-E, SPF-W, Dry Hem Fir, Green Doug Fir.) 2016-Current Vertical arrows project time-major turning weeks. Red squares forecast price direction ,adjusted periodically.

Green Zone=Increasing Demand #02-30

Red Zone = Decreasing Demand Weeks #31-01

Yellow Zone=Daylight Savings Weeks #11 Through Week #44.

The tide is still rising. This week is an inventory expansion reversal low FTP.

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By Frank Woeste and Dan Dolan

The model International Residential Code (IRC) permits a design live load of 30 psf for “sleeping rooms.” The model codes specify 40 psf for all other rooms. Of the annoying floor vibration complaints we have received, the most common scenario stems from the use of: • 30 psf live load, • L/360 live-load deflection limit, and • joists at 12-inches on-center (OC).

The combination of a 30 psf floor design load and code minimum L/360 live load deflection limit permits a long joist span for a closer OC spacing (e.g., 2x10 up to a 21-foot span).

While floors designed to minimal code-permitted criteria may provide the least cost alternative for the joist framing materials, some designs have created less than desirable floors and contributed to performance complaints.

Bouncy residential floors1 are easily prevented by knowledge of the potential issue and follow-up with the homebuilder in the planning stages of new home construction. After construction and the home is furnished, a repair can be difficult, costly, or practically impossible. For example, in the case of a 2nd floor issue, repairs to the joists can’t be made without removal of the drywall.

Moreover, after a repair is attempted, there’s no guarantee the result will resolve the issue.

Floor Vibration Research

Professor Dolan and his graduate students tested 13 fullscale (16 ft. x 16 ft.) floors with 23/32" rated T&G plywood floor sheathing, glued and nailed. The joists were supported on the ends by concrete blocks simulating a rigid support condition (not flexible as from a header or girder). In addition to the laboratory tests, he tested a total of 73 in-situ floors in unoccupied and occupied homes.

In a nutshell, using standard methods for testing floor vibration, he found that, for the laboratory floors and unoccupied homes, human subjects did not detect annoying vibrations for floors with a vibration frequency of 15 Hz or higher. However, for joists in occupied homes with furniture, human subjects did not detect annoying vibrations for floors with a vibration frequency of 14 Hz or higher.

Example Calculation of Joist Frequency The fundamental frequency of joists can be calculated by the equation:

where: ƒ is the fundamental frequency of the joist in Hz,

In the 1990s, research led by Professor Dan Dolan at Virginia Tech on full-scale solid-sawn joists, I-joists, and metal-plateconnected (MPC) floor trusses addressed the issue of wood floor vibration control. The laboratory testing program and field validation were limited to wood joist floors spaced at 24-inches 1 This article contains material from the background part of a unit on residential floor joist design that has been included in many Virginia Tech short courses over the last two decades. An example of a typical 15-hour introductory design course may be viewed at: http://www.cpe.vt.edu/sdwnds/index.html.

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OC with structural wood sheathing, thus the typical design dead load was 10 psf for solid-sawn and I-joists tests and 15 psf for 4x2 floor trusses.

E is the modulus of elasticity in psi, I is the moment of inertia in inches4, W is the actual total supported permanent (dead) load in lbs, and L is the joist span in inches.

This formula applies to the joist installations that bear on a sill plate or framed walls-- not on a flexible support such as a header or girder.

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To demonstrate the calculation method, consider an example assuming 2x10 No. 2 SPF floor joists spaced 12-inches OC with an (2015 IRC) allowable maximum span per code of 19’-0”.

Further assume an actual carpet-type floor dead load of 7 psf for “W,” because the vibration formula requires the actual dead load, not the commonly used design dead load of 10 psf found in the IRC. “E” for different grades and species and “I” for different joist sizes can be found in the 2015 NDS Supplement, published by the American Wood Council. For the 2x10 No. 2 SPF example, E = 1,400,000 psi

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Improved Floor Design Calculation For a 2x12 joist, the “I” value (moment of inertia) is 178. in4, much larger than the “I” for a 2x10 (98.93 in4). Also, as a matter of good design practice, a 40 psf live load is assumed (instead of 30 psf) for determining an alternate design that meets the 2015 IRC. Based on the 2015 IRC, Table R502.3.1(2) for joists at 16-inches OC, a 2x12 No.1 Southern Pine (SP) will span 19’-1”, exceeding the 19’-0” requirement for the example. The “E” for 2x12 No.1 SP is 1,600,000 psi. The “W” (actual dead load) in the vibration equation must be re-calculated as follows: W = (19-ft.x1.33-ft.) 7 psf = 177. lbs .

I = bd3/12 = 1.5* 9.253/12 = 98.93 in4 Using the design data for the 2x12 No.1 SP at 16-inches OC (verses 12-inches OC), the calculated fundamental frequency is

L = 19’x12 in/ft = 228” W = (19-ft.x1-ft.) 7 psf = 133 lbs “W” is the total dead load of a strip of the floor, 1-ft. wide and 19-ft. long.

Returning to the formula for fundamental frequency of a joist and substituting the data for the 2x10 No. 2 SPF, the result is:

While the 2x12 No.1 SP joist at 16-inches OC raised the frequency above the most sensitive range of vibration for humans (7-10 Hz), it’s still marginal based on the 14Hz threshold for occupied homes reported by the Dolan studies.

With the clear span being fixed, other design options that have a larger “EI” should be considered to arrive at a robust design that takes into consideration serviceability issues and occupant comfort.

4x2 Floor Truss Option Thus, the calculated frequency is near the middle of the most sensitive range of vibration for humans (7-10 Hz)2. The example calculation demonstrates how a “code conforming” floor can be problematic with respect to annoying vibration.

In addition to the calculated 9.1 Hz frequency that is likely to generate complaints of annoying floor vibration, the use of 30 psf IRC live load for a “sleeping room” is not recommended for two reasons: 1. Some floor areas may be subject to heavy loads such as a large water bed. Water beds can be supported by as few as two joists depending upon the specific waterbed framing. Only 8 inches of water weighs 41.6 psf, 12 inches weighs 62.4 psf.

2. In modern construction and homes, “sleeping rooms” are used as offices, exercise rooms, play rooms, and so on, thus the concept of a single purpose sleeping room is outdated.

2 Woeste, F. and D. Dolan. 2007. Is a “spring in your step” causing problems? Structural Engineer 8(5): 24-27.

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The floor truss option accommodates the use of strongbacks that provide a number of benefits—uninterrupted installation of HVAC ducting, plumbing, electrical, and other services, “load sharing” between trusses when they experience elevated loads in-service (such as a refrigerator or kitchen island), and added protection from the occurrence of annoying vibrations. A properly installed 2x6 strongback(s) increases the effective stiffness of the truss that is impacted by a foot-fall, which causes it to vibrate at a higher frequency. In other words, the “EI” in the vibration frequency formula is effectively larger due to the vertical support provided by the 2x6 strongback(s), thus the actual frequency inservice should be higher resulting in a better floor system with respect to the vibration issue.

The strongback, running perpendicular to the trusses (Figure 1), should be a minimum of 2x6 in size and nailed to a vertical web, typically the chase opening at the center of the span or multiple locations as specified by the truss design drawings.

In addition, the strongback should be placed at the bottom of the vertical web as shown in Figure 1 which prevents lateral movement of the bottom chord (a side-to-side vibration) due to normal human activity (walking).

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Frank Woeste, P.E., is Professor Emeritus, Virginia Tech University and a wood construction consultant. He can be contacted by e-mail: fwoeste@vt.edu

Figure 1. A snapshot of a strongback splice detail from Alpine’s Encyclopedia of Trusses, available at: http://alpine.uberflip.com/i/405121-encyclopedia-of-trusses.

Regarding the connection of the strongback to the truss webs using nails, it is very important that the strongback to truss-web connections be gap free, as gaps will substantially reduce the effectiveness of the nail connections. As a practical matter, it’s difficult for carpenters to eliminate all gaps when nailing the strongback to vertical webs. Moreover, even when the nailing eliminates small gaps at the time of installation, it is likely that some nails will “back out” in-service. For these reasons, I recommend using structural screws such as FastenMaster 2”7/8” FlatLOK or Simpson ¼”x3” SDS screws as a good option for producing a stiff connection between the strongback and truss webs.

Additional Information for a Joist-Girder System Not covered in this article, an additional design consideration is the case where one end of the joists bears on a flexible support, such as a floor girder. The formula for calculating the fundamental frequency of the joist-girder system is more complicated, requiring the use of an additional formula for the floor system. Visit http://csengineermag.com/article/is-a-springin-your-step-causing-problems/ for details.

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A floor joist design based solely on conformance to IRC provisions does not ensure the constructed floor will be free of annoying vibrations as felt by some occupants. A method for calculating the fundamental frequency of wood floor joists has been demonstrated and the results can be used to predict which floor designs may be prone to an in-service vibration issue and related customer complaints.

The time to be concerned about the possibility of annoying floor vibrations is before a new home is planned and purchased.

After construction and the home is furnished, a repair attempt to mitigate the vibration issue can be difficult, costly, or practically impossible.

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Dan Dolan, P.E., is Professor & Director of Codes and Standards, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA. He can be contacted by e-mail: jddolan@wsu.edu

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Los accidentes son eventos no planificados e inesperados que causan lesiones, daños a la propiedad y/o pérdidas económicas en el lugar de trabajo. Los incidentes o “casi accidentes” no causan pérdidas, pero tienen el potencial de hacerlo.

Accidents are unplanned and unexpected events that cause injury, Idealmente, los programas de seguridad están dirigidos a prevenir property damage, and/or financial loss in the workplace. Incidents or accidentes e incidentes, pero si uno ocurre, tenga listo un procedimiento “near misses” don’t result in loss, but have the potential to do so. de investigación de accidentes y capacite a sus empleados en su implementación. Investigue TODOS los accidentes y lesiones; la Ideally, safety programs focus on preventing accidents and incidents, gravedad determina el alcance de la investigación. Si se conduce but if one occurs, have an accident investigation procedure ready and train correctamente, la investigación del accidente le ayuda a identificar your employees how to use it. Investigate ALL accidents and injuries; problemas, solucionarlos, mejorar sus programas de seguridad y prevenir the severity determines the extent of the investigation. Handled properly, futuros accidentes. accident investigation helps you look at problems, solve them, improve your safety programs, and prevent future accidents.

Accident investigation should prevent recurrence. Adhering strictly to fact finding in a neutral, non-confrontational manner identifies the true attitudes, behaviors, and other factors that led to the problem.

Analyzing facts and asking a neutral “why” question helps find the root cause of the accident. For example, if employee error caused the accident, dig further to determine why the employee made the error.

La investigación del accidente debe prevenir que éste se repita. La adherencia estricta al hallazgo de los hechos de una manera neutra y sin enfrentamiento identifica las actitudes, los comportamientos y otros factores reales que condujeron al problema. El análisis de los hechos y hacer las preguntas en un “por qué” neutro ayuda a encontrar la raíz del accidente.

Por ejemplo, si el accidente fue causado por error de un empleado, averigüe más a fondo para determinar por qué el empleado cometió el error.

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para culpar, castigar o exonerar a trabajadores y Accident investigation should not be gerentes; en ese ambiente no saldrá a la luz la used to blame, punish or exonerate workers verdad. Si investiga un accidente simplemente and managers; true facts will not emerge para completar el papeleo y cumplir con in this environment. If you investigate an los requerimientos del seguro, erosionará la accident just to complete paperwork and satisfy insurance requirements, you will erode confidence in the system confianza en el sistema y no alcanzará su objetivo de prevención y reducción de pérdidas. and you won’t achieve your goal of prevention and loss reduction.

La mejor persona para conducir la investigación es un supervisor A supervisor in the affected area is the best person to conduct an en el área afectada, porque es el más familiarizado con las herramientas, investigation because they are most familiar with the tools, equipment, los equipos y las personas afectadas. También puede que se necesiten and people involved. Experts in equipment, outside agencies, and other expertos en equipos, agencias externas y otros recursos técnicos. technical resources may also be needed.

Start your investigation by securing the scene, placing equipment out of service if necessary, and taking photos. Interview victims and witnesses. Collect evidence and records and document your observations.

Find the contributing factors to determine the accident’s root cause.

Document the recommended corrective actions, the people assigned to complete them, and a due date for completion.

Comience su investigación resguardando la escena, retirando de servicio equipos y, si fuera necesario, tomando fotos. Entreviste a las víctimas y a los testigos. Reúna pruebas y registros y documente sus observaciones. Encuentre los factores contribuyentes para determinar la causa que dio origen al accidente. Documente las acciones correctivas, las personas asignadas para completar las mismas y la fecha límite para terminarlas.

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Attention Candidates! by cutting engineered wood and veneer development of truss fabrication facility. Experience includes plot to preliminary, Is your JobLine Candidate Profile from flitch and pressing the veneer to the Ensure compliance with Cal OSHA and red lines, submittal, construction packages, Presentation Ready? Request a Go to substrate. Both plants are equipped with Dot. Oversee shipping and optimize freight change orders, and as builds. Prior LGS Meeting on-line conference to review your costs. Responsible for training leads and software trainer. finishing lines. current JobLine Candidate Profile. We can supervisors on company policy’s. Program show you areas to improve, what’s hurting and operate computerized equipment.

ID: C11596 ID: C15857 your chances, and how to improve your Design Manager/Senior Designer - Truss/ISenior Truss Designer | Remote Truss message. The content is still all about you, Proficient with Microsoft Programs, Excel, Designer | Design Manager Joist/EWP but with this new tool, we can show you how Word, Outlook, ERP software Relocation: Quebec, Ontario, Alberta Relocation: California to make it tell your story better. See why Team growth and development through we say “It’s like having a first interview”.

Schedule design work (Roof and Floor) to effective feedback and ongoing mentorship Truss Designer. Primary duties: design, my design team, re-check all design prior to Excellent communication skills layout, optimization, cutting/production production, and training of my team. I also Experience working with: Metal, Polymer documents, and takeoff. Secondary duties: design roof and floor system for the custom Blends, Components, Finished Product checking others work, scheduling, repairs, home we get. I also get involve in sales as a Assembly, Clean Room, etc. customer service, inside sales, and field TheJobLine searches year around for technical representative. Software: MiTek, Tenacious, Professional, Detail-Oriented, measurements. Software used: MiTek and candidates that meet our employer ’s AutoCAD, Keymark, Alpine.

Strong Sense of Urgency AutoCAD. Component experience includes requirements. With our state of the art Lean Manufacturing Certified, Kaizen floor trusses, roof trusses, I-Joists, EWP, and website, multiple job board subscriptions, Distribue le travaille (Ferme de toit & Trained, Fork lift Certified hardware. Market experience includes tract, truss designer testing, and the JobLine Poutrelle de plancher) pour mon equipe, single family, single family custom, multi- candidate profile, we have the tools to do Agis comme personne ressource,fais la ID: C10789 family, and light commercial. My volume the job right, Guaranteed! verification final avant la production et Production Manager/Supervisor - Truss/ was varied depending on projects. Has used dessine les plans de montage du toit et du Panel MiTek, Alpine, AutoCAD, and Microsoft I have been doing this for over 23 years. plancher pour les maisons plus complex Relocation: Minnesota Office programs.

Because of my reputation for Strict assignee a mon equipe. J'ai aussi un role de 20 years experience. Responsible for all Confidentiality, I am the go-to Recruiter representant technique. Programme: Mitek, aspects of truss and panel production, The candidate has been out of the industry, for our industry.

AutoCAD, Keymark, Alpine inventory, performance reviews. 65 working in parallel jobs, and wants to return workers, $9M year. WTCA quality control to a design position. Scored Senior Designer Put me on your team and I will show you using an HP calculator, 8 years after his how having theJobLine as your “Recruiter certified.

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Truss Production Manager | Supeprvisor average too. It may take a little time for Relocation: Colorado ID: C11427 him to get up to speed on the latest software.

Oversaw day-to-day operations of plant, Plant Manager | Senior (ACE) Truss Ranked 5 out of 5 in our system. trained new employees on all plant Designer/Estimating/Outside Sales | Design machinery, ensured plant met production Manager deadlines, shipping and receiving of Relocation: Texas

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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.

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email: mail@thejobline.com or call Thomas McAnally for Personalized Service STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL! Available Candidates ID: C11251 Management - Truss/Panel/EWP Relocation: USA - ALL States Oversaw all areas of operations and production as well as managers of those areas, a total of 35 employees. Led company from operating in red to the black in first year. Responsible for P & L. Brought labor percentage from 26% to 14-15%.

Increased gross margin by 10%. Led process of branching into new areas of structural building components in a strategic alliance with Keymark Enterprise.

Compensation: $60k+ ID: C15796 Production Manager - Truss Relocation: North Carolina, Florida 20 years experience. Oversaw all the Truss production and also the warehouse. In the Truss department, I made sure the line had what materials they needed to build, usually for the next days orders. I tried to keep them at least one day ahead, unless there were special orders. I made sure production quotas were meet. I helped to set budgets for the Truss and warehouse, then maintained that budget. In the warehouse, I made sure workers were pulling the orders correctly then also loading them correctly on the truck. I instilled a clean work area ethic in my employees. I hired, fired and trained all the truss department and warehouse employees. When needed I would get on the production line to help out, give breaks or to just have a little fun at doing my old job. Between the two departments I was responsible for approximately 40 people.

Built roof and floor trusses, loose lumber packages.

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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: C15763 Remote Truss Designer - MiTek, Multifamily Relocation: Kentucky Truss Designer with 3 years experience, Sapphire, AutoCAD, MBA, and some ITW software experience. "Looking to work for a well established truss company as a remote designer in both wall panels and truss design. I want to continue to grow my design skills so that I can be the best designer than I can be. I enjoy the design aspect of the job and look forward to working through projects one day at a time." Experience with residential, commercial, and multifamily design, with emphasis on multifamily.

ID: C10580 Sales/Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager - Truss/Whole House/Framing Package Relocation: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Tennessee 6 years estimating experience. 4 with MiTek 20/20 and 2 with eFrame. Markets include Single Family Custom, Tract, Light Commercial and Multi Family.

Products include component framing packages and total project estimating.

Prepares hard construction estimates by means of manual and computerized takeoff methods. Extensive MiTek/Excel experience. Supervises monthly inventory audits for all truss department materials.

Maintains records for all received and processed quotes. Pre-engineers all plans for difficulty and profitability. Participates in cost studies to ensure a correct labor and pricing strategy.

From the Candidate: I am an overly critical estimator and my primary role is to make the company I work for money. I have quoted

Hiring Zone - Available Candidates from cocktail napkins, off cardboard, and the occasional professional engineers plan. I like the challenge of problem solving and finding effective building ideas and practices.

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: C14506 EWP Designer | Estimator | Inside Sales Relocation: Virginia Experienced with AutoCAD, iLevel, TJ Beam, and TJ xPert software to produce framing layouts for TrusJoist engineered wood products. Responsible for working with builders and retailers to create the most cost effective solution for their project.

Creating quotes from layouts. Calculate gravity loads and sizing wood products to support the load. Understanding the IRC building code for wood-framed structures.

Explaining structural framing details to builders and salespeople. Training other designers in load development and design software.

ID: C12325 Truss Production Manager, Truss Plant Manager Relocation: Texas, Colorado, USA - Eastern, USA - South Daily responsibilities include staffing, organizing and distributing work onto plant floor based on reaching productivity goals, daily scheduling of in and outbound freight, coordinating deliveries with customers, quality and process audits, and daily safety audits.

Program lead for the execution of a second manufacturing facility development plan; completed on time and on budget.

Established initiatives that increased sales from $50k a month to $500k a month.

Responsible for logistical duties such as planning shipment, coordinating delivery with couriers, and keeping the customer informed of product arrival times of 10 to 25 truckloads weekly. Managed the inventory of items so as to stay within

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Developed and utilized Excel SS with past lumber market trends and current market reports to make bulk purchases, decreasing effects of lumber pricing spikes and maximizing profitability. Led QA teams and customers through the resolution of design and production errors, back charge resolution, and sales negotiations. Increased overall productivity by 40% through lean processes and best practice analysis.

Facilitated Root Cause Safety Investigations in regards to safety and equipment failures.

Increased plant output capacity from $250k a month to $1mil a month in primary facility.

Managed the sourcing and procurement of $1-3mil in raw materials, supplies, and equipment for the entire facility. Scheduled all in and outbound freight of approximately 25-50 truckloads weekly.

ID: C11239 VP Operations/Multi Plant - Truss/Panel/ EWP/Lumber Relocation: Texas Multi-plant operations manager with extensive P&L, executive, and operations experience. Responsible for 10+ locations, single family, multifamily, commercial.

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Compensation: TBD Thom's Notes: I have recruited for this candidate when he was VP of Operations over multiple plants. He rates 5/5 on our scale.

ID: C11348 Sales/Management - Truss/Panel/EWP/ Software Relocation: USA - Eastern, Florida, USA - South I have worked in the wood component business since 1980. Over the years I have worked for plate & Software Vendors, Truss Manufacturers, started my own truss business and have run other peoples businesses. I have pretty much done every job you can find in a truss plant at least to fill in when needed. My objective is to find a company where I can use my experience to help promote a profitable and safe work environment.

ID: C10199 Senior Designer - Truss/Panel/EWP/I-Joist/ Framing Package Relocation: California, Tennessee, Washington Candidate has 15 years industry experience, 4-5 years experience in this position, and 10 years in subordinate positions leading to this position. Products include floor trusses, roof trusses, wall panels, I-Joists, EWP, FAX: 800-524-4982

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The Hiring Zone - Available Candidates hardware, and complete framing packages. E n g i n e e r, S y s t e m s D e v e l o p e r a n d until markets started to slow down in the Markets include tract, single family, single Implementer of residential construction recession. family custom, multi-family, and light component processes ranging from cost commercial. Primary duties include design, controls, engineering design, manufacturing Thom's Notes: Is experienced with remote layout, optimization, cutting/production equipment, procedures, quality assurance design and is set up, ready to go. Needs to documents, and takeoff. Secondary duties and complete installation of the building work full time but may consider as a 1099 or include checking others work, customer components. regular employee. Scored equal to 13 years service, inside sales, software maintenance, of experience as a truss designer. network administration, training, and Plant Manager for a manufacturer of filling in for the Design Manager as engineered cold roll form steel structural ID: C15679 needed. Software experience includes components for the residential and light LGS Truss & Panel PE MiTek, Truswal, Comsoft/IBS, TJ Expert, commercial building industry. 2 foreman and Relocation: USA - Eastern, USA - South AutoCAD, and I am willing to learn new 15 personnel, managed sub-contractors for software. field erection and resolved field engineering As Engineering Manager I was responsible problems. for oversight of all technical and engineering

ID: C12220 Design/Design Manager - Truss/EWP/ Remote or at Plant Relocation: Pennsylvania Remote / Satellite Truss Designer Roof / Floor truss design utilizing Mitek Sapphire design software. Project estimating, including roof system, floor system, and wall panels. Responsible for 100% of quoting and preparations for production for our #2 and #4 clients. Maintained a database for a major tract builder, producing 5-8 house a week.

Truss & Engineered Wood Products Design Manager / Sales. Oversaw all aspects of Truss & Engineered Wood Products operations and sales. Maintained personal sales accounts, as well as developed new clients. Customer service from the quote stage to production, including verifying sight conditions and field measuring.

Produced production drawings and reviewed / corrected design staff, MiTek / Truss Joist software. Responsible for maintaining lumber / plate inventory.

ID: C12315 COO/CFO/GM/SM - Truss/Panel/EWP/ LBM Relocation: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio Drove growth in Sales that necessitated recruitment of mid-level managers (Sales & Production) to help grow the Company.

Grew commercial and multi-family sales with over 100% growth in total revenue. Developed and implemented improved plant management and safety systems. Manage all operations including production management and scheduling, fleet procurement and management, all HR functions and all accounting/banking functions.

ID: C11264 Senior Management: Building Components/ Systems Relocation: USA - ALL States, Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Arizona Director of Field Operations/Field Engineering Mgr./Senior Manufacturing PHONE: 800-289-5627

Divisional President/Director of Operations for a$200M commercial building contractor.

Within two years managed start up of a separate self-sufficient profitable $5M manufacturing and erection subsidiary of engineered class-A steel and cold roll form steel structural components for the commercial and multi-family building industry. Directed 4 managers in all business operations and 60 personnel nation wide.

Member of a multi company design build teams to provide more economical construction projects.

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: C15690 EWP Designer - Remote Relocation: Minnesota EWP Estimator/Designer: Provide beam, header, column, tall wall drawings to sales,building officials, structural engineers, builder, and architects. Assisted sales team with value engineering, winning more jobs and increasing margin. Skilled at sizing LSL, LVL, PSL, I-joist, even dimensional lumber floor layouts.

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: C15658 Senior Truss Designer Relocation: Saskatchewan

Prior experience as a Truss Designer: Used MiTek software to generate a layout and As Design Manager: Primary duties: in engineered truss drawings. I started in the house design staff supervision with a remote shop, moved to layout and was cross trained team (of designers) based in India, shop to design. I provided truss sales support Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

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Market experience includes single family, single family custom, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects.

As Senior Truss Designer: Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, and cutting/ production documents. Secondary duties: checking others work, scheduling, field measurements, and training. Software used: MiTek. Component experience includes roof trusses, hardware, and lumber.

Market experience includes single family, single family custom, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects.

Canadian citizen, eligible for NAFTA visa.

BSCE ID: C10042 Designer/Estimator/Inside Sales - Truss Relocation: Utah I have 8 years industry experience and 7.5 years experience in this position. Markets include tract, single family, custom, high end, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. Products include floor trusses, roof trusses, I-Joists, lumber, and complete framing packages. My primary duties include design, layout, optimization, cutting/ production documents, and takeoff. I was also responsible for checking others work,

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Compensation:$50k+ ID: C14608 Truss Designer Relocation: Florida My objective is to be a part of a Design Team where I can contribute to the success of the company. I like challenging projects, and consider it my job to complete my assigned work on time, not just punch a time clock and leave problems at the door. With that being said if needed I will put in extra hours to complete the task at hand. I got laid off as a truss designer back in 2007 and have done many things to keep food on the table. I have two years of Alpine experience as a designer and 4 years as a Truss Engineer II, plus 20 years of AutoCAD experience. Prior to that I was a layout designer for commercial floor plans and equipment. Please consider giving me a chance. I will work hard and get back up to speed fast. I have a certificate in Architectural Technology, plus training from Alpine, AutoCAD and Microstation.

Compensation: Very Reasonable ID: C10410 Outside Sales/Sales Manager/Product Manager - Modular/Building Components.

Relocation: Illinois, Wisconsin, California, Colorado, USA - Southwest, USA - ALL States, British Columbia, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Quebec, South Carolina, Alberta, Canada - Western/Central Specializing in Sales Management, and Builder/Developer sales of Modular Homes and Engineered Building Components.

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and project management specialist with over 15 years of experience. Works with Architects, Engineers, Building Inspectors, Manufacturers, and end users to develop, sell and produce projects including Tract Homes, Modular Homes (Single and Multi Story), and Component Packages. This is not a blue sky guy. He has hands on experience in Lumber Sales, Modular Home Sales, Builder/Developer Sales, and managing new products from concept, design, engineering, approvals, manufacturing, marketing, to successful sales programs. MBA: Marketing & Finance.

Compensation: Open based on job and location.

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: C12391 Senior Truss Designer, I-Joist Designer, EWP Designer, Remote Truss Designer Relocation: Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, USA - ALL States Senior Designer with Sapphire and Alpine experience. 9 years in Roof Truss, Floor Truss, EWP, I-Joists, and has worked in a Sales/Design only location. Understands how to communicate remotely with the plant, sales, and customers. 1 year recent experience using MiTek Sapphire, 7 yrs experience with Alpine software. Is currently the go to person in the company for EWP, hardware(Simpson or USP), and technical truss design issues.

ID: C11856 Designer/Design Manager - Truss/Panel/IJoist/Stairs/EWP Relocation: Ohio 18 years Design experience with 3 as a Senior Designer. Primary duties: design, layout, and optimization. Secondary duties: checking others work and repairs.

Software used: MiTek Sapphire, Robbins, Keymark, and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses, roof trusses, wall panels, I-Joists, and hardware.

Market experience includes tract, single

Hiring Zone - Available Candidates family, single family custom, multi-family, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects.

ID: C11658 Designer/Design Manager - Truss Relocation: USA - South 10+ years experience. Worked on a teams of up to 10 truss designers. Worked daily with the truss design manager to schedule and manage work loads. Produced truss engineering, layouts for production based and custom builders. Also designed jobs for bidding purposes. Maintained several customer accounts. Worked on streamlining design processes by value engineering and varying layout designs to maximize efficiency for plant production. Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Strong spatial visualization. Strong mathematical and analytical problem solving skills. WTCA Level III. Used MiTek Engineering.

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.

June 2017 #10215 Page #80 ID: C11370 Production/Plant Manager - Truss/Panel/ Framing Package Relocation: Texas 19 years experience. Started in production, advanced to Saw Supervisor, Production Manager then Plant Manager. 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: $60's-70's+ ID: C10324 Plant Manager/Designer/Design Manager/??

- Truss/Panel/Installed Relocation: Georgia As Location Manager, managed one estimator, four designers, a secretary/ data entry person, and a shop of 40 truss production employees. As Senior Designer, primary duties: design, layout, optimization, and takeoff. Secondary duties: checking others work, scheduling, repairs, customer service, and training. Software used: Alpine and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses, roof trusses, wall panels, framed openings, I-Joists, EWP, hardware, lumber, and complete framing package. Market experience includes tract, single family, single family custom, multifamily, and light commercial.

Thom's Notes: Very experienced, willing to wear many hats.

ID: C11501 Production/Plant/Location Manager - Truss/ 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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I saw an unexpected jump in the spectrum of employers asking for remote truss designers this year. In 2015–16, some of the big companies were looking for remote designers, but not many smaller companies. Smaller clients didn’t feel that they had the resources to manage the process and generally didn’t trust the concept. Clearly, something has changed now.

In addition, candidate demand for remote truss design jobs has skyrocketed when compared to 2016. For every 20 designers in our network, maybe one is looking for an in-house job as their first choice. Most are looking to leave the formal office environment and move to the sanctuary of a home office. Maybe it’s to dictate their own schedules and environment, or maybe they are just tired of the office politics and want something different. Most new to remote design are chasing the dream, but are not necessarily prepared.

They hope it will be their ideal job, but few have researched the downsides to flying solo. Ask any remote designer if their expectations changed after the first year!

Once out in the remote workforce, many are finding the lure of working from home isn’t what they thought it would be. As a 25-year veteran of working remotely, no matter how great the idea is, you are isolated. Also, pressures from outside of work are harder to manage. You are one door knock or call away from your fourth grader wanting a snack after school, help with homework, or a buddy wanting to go fishing. It’s not as easy as putting a sign on the door saying, I Am at Work – Leave Me Alone! The biggest issue I hear from candidates and employers is keeping consistent business hours.

Remote doesn’t mean unplugged. The company schedule doesn’t change for you and flex hours only go so far when the design manager or a customer needs help with a problem.

Remote designers are now being compensated the same way as their in-office counterparts Internal employees are getting more, which means better compensation to stay put!

Employers know their pool of problem solvers and future managers lies within.

There is a concern that some remote designers will fall into the trap of employers only looking for peak season help. Many promise full time employment in April and May, only to drop remote designers during the slow months. They may hope for 12 months of work when they hire you, but who will they cut when things slow down? JobLine avoids those employers unless we specifically state the job will be seasonal.

One of the tell-tale signs of a non-committal employer is wanting to pay remote designers as a subcontractor or “1099” contractor. In this instance, you are really flying solo, paying your own taxes and paying for individual health insurance.

No paid PTO, no paid sick leave, no paid vacation, and no 401k. But the good news is that most reputable employers are hiring remote designers as full-time employees and paying hourly plus overtime. Even so, 1099 is the only way to go for designers who want to serve multiple masters (clients).

Most important is compensation format. Some companies devise complicated metrics to measure output, while most find the standard hourly rate plus overtime is safest. Designers should be prepared to be evaluated by output, whether they are remote or not. If compensation is too complicated, your remote designer may feel more comfortable with being trusted, and seek a new employer if they feel the numbers don’t add up. Still, if the system is easy to understand, fair, and competitive, it should work.

Once you have made the decision to “go remote,” make sure you have a game plan. The office needs to be a dedicated room or part of a room in a quiet area with a dedicated desk, computer, multiple monitors, scanner, and other necessities.

Forget the kitchen table. Take it from me; buy a great office chair, not just a cheap one. Also, who pays for internet and cell phone costs? Think about what you will need to make this space a true office for you.

While our industry is still relatively new to remote design, it does work. I will be covering these areas in detail as well as other remote design topics in future issues. For questions or comments, contact me at twm@thejobline.com.

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When? | What? | Where?

JUNE 2017

June 4 – 7 June 7 – 8 June 8

National Fire Protection Assoc. (NFPA) Conference & Expo Structural Building Components Assoc. (SBCA) Open Quarterly Meeting West Coast Lumber & Building Material Assoc. (WCLBMA) Associates/Dealers Golf Tournament

Boston, MA Baltimore, MD Fairfield, CA

June 14 – 16 June 15 June 21 – 23 June 22 June 26 – 28 June 28 – 29

Southern Forest Products Assoc. (SFPA) Forest Products & Machinery Equipment Expo Alabama Component Manufacturers Assoc. (ACMA) Chapter Meeting Florida Building Materials Assoc. (FBMA) Summer Education Conference Truss Manufacturers Assoc. of Texas (TMAT) Chapter Meeting and Rangers Game Forest Products Society (FPS) International Convention Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC)

Atlanta, GA Huntsville, AL Orlando, FL Arlington, TX Starkville, MS San Diego, CA

July 26 – 27 July 27 – 30

Structural Building Components Assoc. (SBCA) Open Quarterly Meeting Building Material Suppliers Assoc. (BMSA) Summer Conference

JULY 2017 Chicago, IL Virginia Beach, VA

AUGUST 2017 August 8 August 8 – 11 August 9 – 11 August 24 August 28 – 29 August 29

SBCA of the Capital Area Chapter Baseball Outing Building Officials Assoc. of Texas (BOAT) Annual Conference American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) Summer Conference Wisconsin Truss Manufacturers Association (WTMA) Chapter Meeting Post-Frame Marketing & Economic Summit Mid-Atlantic Wood Solutions Fair

September 10 – 12 September 13 – 15 September 19 – 22

ICC Annual Conference with Building Safety & Design Expo Construction Suppliers Assoc. (CSA) Annual Conference & Expo MiTek Builder Technology Summit

Washington, D.C. Kerrville, TX Atlanta, GA Elkhorn, WI Indianapolis, IN Washington, D.C.

SEPTEMBER 2017 Columbus, OH Savannah, GA Naples, FL

OCTOBER 2017 October 2 – 4 October 4 October 4 – 6 October 11 – 14 October 17 – 19 October 18 – 20 October 20 – 21 October 25 – 27 October 28 – 30 Oct 30 – Nov 1

2017 ProSales Connections Southern California Wood Solutions Fair Florida Building Materials Assoc. (FBMA) Convention and Trade Show National Council of Structural Engineers Assoc. (NCSEA) Structural Engineering Summit ProDealer Industry Summit METALCON Northeast Retail Lumber Assoc. (NRLA) Annual Meeting Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) APA – The Engineered Wood Assoc. Annual Meeting University of Texas Building Professional Institute (BPI) – 5th Central Texas

Dallas, TX Pasadena, CA Orlando, FL Washington, D.C. Phoenix, AZ Las Vegas, NV West Harrison, NY Omaha, NE Huntington Beach, CA Austin, TX

NOVEMBER 2017 November 2 November 2 – 3 November 7 – 9 November 8 – 9 November 8 – 9

Southeast Wood Solutions Fair American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) Fall Conference Western Building Material Assoc. (WBMA) 115th Annual Convention University of Texas Building Professional Institute (BPI) – 5th Brownsville West Coast Lumber & Building Material Assoc. (WCLBMA) Annual Convention and 100th Anniversary Celebration

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HIVE (Housing Innovation, Vision & Economics)

January 3 – 18 January 8 – 11 January 9 – 11 January 22 – 23

University of Minnesota 62 Annual Institute for Building Officials Natl. Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) Building Innovation Conference & Expo NAHB International Builders Show (IBS) Northwestern Lumber Assoc. (NLA) Building Products Expo

Los Angeles, CA

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FEBRUARY 2018 February 8 – 9 February 14 – 16 February 14 – 16 February 20 February 28

American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) Winter Conference National Frame Building Assoc. (NFBA) Frame Building Expo Northeast Retail Lumber Assoc. (NRLA) Lumber & Building Material (LBM) Expo Northwestern Lumber Assoc. (NLA) Iowa Lumber Convention Northwestern Lumber Assoc. (NLA) Nebraska Lumber Dealers Convention

Tampa, FL Columbus, OH Providence, RI Altoona, IA La Vista, NE

MARCH 2018 March 14 – 16 March 19 – 23

International Wood Products Assoc. (IWPA) World of Wood Convention ICC Educode

New Orleans, LA TBA

March 22 – 24 March 27 – 28

JLC Live New England INTEX Expo

Providence, RI Orlando, FL

APRIL 2018 April 3 – 6 April 11 – 12 April 11 – 13 April 19 – 21 April 19 – 22

Lumbermen’s Assoc. of Texas & Louisiana (LAT) Annual Convention Atlantic Builders Convention (ABC) NASCC: The Steel Conference Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) Structures Congress 2018 Associated Building Material Distributors of America (ABMDA) Annual Convention

San Antonio, TX Altantic City, NJ Baltimore, MD Fort Worth, TX Orlando, FL

MAY 2018 May 8 – 10

National Hardware Show

Las Vegas, NV

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Installation Errors – They Happen

By Paul McEntee, S.E., C.E., Simpson Strong-Tie®

A few years ago, we created an article on creative uses of our products. Most of the uses shown were artistic, or functional do-it-yourself projects, with one odd car spoiler modification. This week, I was reviewing some slides in a presentation that I give a few times a year regarding product installation errors. I call them misinstallations, but I’m not sure that’s a word. I thought I’d share a few of the more instructional ones. Most of the photos were curated by our northwestern region training manager, Olga Psomostithis – thanks Olga!

Double Shear Hangers

Double shear hangers require joist fasteners that are long enough to penetrate through the hanger, through the joist and into the header. The joist nails help transfer load from the joist into the header, resulting in higher allowable loads.

The installation shown has had the double shear tabs bent back, and nails installed straight into the joist. Since the joist nails do not penetrate the header, this would result in a reduced capacity.

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Holdowns I’m including the trailer hitch installation because it makes me laugh no matter how many times I see it.

A very common question we get about holdowns is related to posts being offset too far from the anchor bolt (or is the anchor too far from the post?). In the installation shown below, the holdown is not flush with the post as the anchor bolt is offset about 1 inch. For small offsets up to about 1½”, a common solution is to raise the holdown off the sill plate and extend the anchor bolt with a coupler and bend it so there is a small (1:12) slope to it.

The holdown test standard, ICC-ES AC155, requires that holdowns are tested raised off the test bed, which you can see in the photo below. Holdowns may be raised up to 18” above the top of concrete without a reduction in load provided that the additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for.

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I like this photo because the installer put on the nail stops to protect the pipes. It is good to remember that plumbing happens when laying out a structural system.

Oh boy, does it happen.

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STHD Holdowns

Strap may be bent one full cycle (bent horizontal 90º then bent vertical) to aid wall placement, but may cause spalling behind the strap. If the spall is 1” or less, measured from the embedment line to the bottom of the spall, full loads apply. 1” to 4” spalls for LSTHD8 achieve 0.9 times table loads. STHD10 and STHD14 achieve full load for spalls less than 4”. Any portion of the strap left exposed should be protected against corrosion.

The photo above is not a misinstallation, but something that can happen. Embedded strap-style holdowns are costeffective solutions for shearwall overturning or wind uplift. It is permitted to bend the straps to horizontal and back to vertical one cycle. If spalls form, they should be evaluated for reduced loads. Any portion of the strap left exposed should be protected against corrosion.

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Hanger Gaps Gaps can occur between trusses and supporting girders for a variety of reasons. For standard hanger tests, a 1/8″ gap is required between the joist and header per ASTM D7147. A resource for evaluating conditions with larger gaps is our technical bulletin Allowable Loads for Joist Hangers with Gaps. The technical bulletin has load data for a variety of hangers with gaps up to 3/8″, as well as recommended repairs for larger gaps. Our HTU product series comprises truss hangers specifically engineered to allow gaps up to ½″.

After going through a design project and carefully selecting the members and details of construction, it can be frustrating as an engineer to get that phone call from the general contractor or building inspector informing you that something is not right with the construction. Understanding some of the resources available to address installation errors can help solve these problems more quickly, and get you back to designing the next project.

The article “Installation Errors – They Happen” 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.

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Proposed Lumber Duties Will Harm Consumers, Housing Affordability Posted April 25, 2017 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders.

Reprinted with permission.

NAHB has denounced the decision by the U.S. Department of Commerce to impose a 20% countervailing duty on Canadian lumber imports, saying it will harm American home buyers, consumers and businesses while failing to resolve the underlying trade dispute between the two nations.

“NAHB is deeply disappointed in this short-sighted action by the U.S. Department of Commerce that will ultimately do nothing to resolve issues causing the U.S.-Canadian lumber trade dispute but will negatively harm American consumers and housing affordability,” said NAHB Chairman Granger MacDonald.

NAHB has been closing monitoring the situation regarding U.S.-Canadian lumber trade since the Softwood Lumber Agreement between the two nations expired on Oct. 12, 2015. There was a one-year cooling off period where neither country was allowed to engage in litigation on the issue that expired last October.

In the past year, we have kept our members up-to-date on association actions and events regarding the lumber trade dispute as noted in these past blog posts, many of which also ran in previous issues of the Monday Morning Briefing: •

NAHB’s Lumber Battle Plays Out in the Press

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Skyrocketing Lumber Prices Put Builders in a Bind

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NAHB Seeks Solutions as Lumber Prices Rise

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NAHB Testifies Before ITC on Softwood Lumber

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NAHB Seeks New Lumber Sources in Chile

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Senators Urge USTR to Address Builder, Consumer Concerns on Lumber

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Supply Caps on Canadian Lumber Could be More Harmful than Tariffs

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Don’t Be Surprised if Lumber Prices Change

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NAHB Forms Coalition Dedicated to Free Lumber Trade

NAHB has also worked aggressively to get our message out to the media. Forty-eight hours after the Commerce Department announced the new lumber tariffs, The Hill and Fortune published editorials by NAHB Chairman Granger MacDonald condemning this short-sighted policy that will hurt American home builders, home buyers and lumber consumers.

NAHB continues

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NAHB continued

Canadian Imports are Essential Thirty-three percent of the lumber used in the U.S. last year was imported. The bulk of the imported lumber — more than 95% — came from Canada.

“This means that imports are essential for the construction of affordable new homes and to make improvements on existing homes,” said MacDonald.

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The trade agreement that has governed Canadian imports of softwood lumber since 2006 effectively expired at the end of 2016.

Uncertainty surrounding a new trade pact is the primary catalyst for the 22% spike in the Random Lengths Composite Price Index for lumber since the beginning of the year.

These price hikes have negative repercussions for millions of Americans. It takes about 15,000 board feet to build a typical single-family home and the lumber price increase in the first quarter of this year has added almost $3,600 to the price of a new home.

To truly put the interests of America first as it relates to this trade issue, NAHB believes the U.S. and Canada need to work cooperatively to achieve a long-term, stable solution in lumber trade. This is essential because tariffs needlessly increase the volatility of the lumber markets, resulting in higher prices for U.S. home buyers and other lumber consumers.

Since the U.S. does not produce enough lumber to meet the nation’s demand, NAHB remains committed to first and foremost, exhausting all domestic opportunities. This includes pursuing better multi-use forest management practices, reducing U.S. lumber exports overseas, and opening up additional federal forest lands for logging in an environmentally sustainable manner.

Further, U.S. trade negotiators need to recognize that in every previous countervailing lumber duty case brought against Canada, it was ultimately determined that the Canadian government did not provide unfair subsidies to its lumber industry.

And it’s not just home buyers and everyday people who are hurt by tariffs. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2016 housing and related industries that used softwood lumber employed nearly 4.5 million American workers and outnumbered U.S. lumber-producing workers by 31 to 1.

“Venturing once more down this broken protectionist path will only enrich the special interests of lumber mills and big landowners,” said MacDonald. “It’s time to consider our national interest and cut a fair deal for U.S. home buyers, consumers and businesses who use lumber.”

For more information, contact Felicia Watson at 800-368-5242 x8229 or Alex Strong at x8279.

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News & Announcements Build Change and Simpson Strong-Tie Announce Fellowship for Engineering Excellence

International nonprofit Build Change and global structural solutions leader Simpson Strong-Tie announce joint Fellowship for Engineering Excellence.

Denver, CO (May 15, 2017) – Build Change and Simpson Strong-Tie announce the Simpson Strong-Tie® Fellowship for Engineering Excellence program and call for applicants.

The Fellowship program is the result of a recent partnership between international nonprofit social enterprise Build Change and global structural solutions leader Simpson Strong-Tie. Complementing the Simpson StrongTie goal to find solutions for structures to make them safer and stronger, the fellowship will allow innovative engineers the opportunity to provide impactful contributions to Build Change programs and engineers’ professional development in developing nations around the world.

“We are excited about this new partnership with Build Change. The Fellowship for Engineering Excellence provides a unique opportunity to reduce risk from natural disasters by helping to identify and implement innovative solutions for building safer, more resilient structures in emerging countries throughout the world,” said Simpson Strong-Tie CEO Karen Colonias.

The fellowship is open to licensed civil and structural engineers with a minimum of six years of professional experience in structural engineering. Applicants should have experience working in earthquake- and windresistant design and construction of buildings, and in existing building seismic and structural evaluation and retrofit according to recognized standards, such as the IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 41, and others. Candidates should be willing to travel to, live, and work in emerging countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, and South and Southeast Asia for a period of one year beginning July 1, 2017 and concluding June 30, 2018.

Applications will be accepted until June 5, 2017. For more information on this fellowship and application instructions, please visit buildchange.org/about/careers.

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Enhanced Hidden DeckFastening System for Premium Decking Delivers Increased Versatility Pleasanton, Calif. – Simpson Strong-Tie, the industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has redesigned the award-winning EB-TY® hidden deck fasteners for premium wood decking in both residential and commercial applications. The new EB-TY Premium Hidden Deck-Fastening System™ provides professional builders and do-it-yourselfers a unique method of fastening deck boards that leaves the fasteners virtually invisible.

“With the warmer weather, deck building is ramping up. The new EB-TY Premium Hidden Deck-Fastening System produces not only a more visually appealing deck surface, but one that’s extremely strong and durable,” said Scott Park, Simpson Strong-Tie senior product manager.

EB-TY® Premium™ is the ideal fastening solution for ensuring structural durability without detracting from the beauty of a deck’s finished appearance, especially when working with high-end decking materials such as exotic hardwood, cedar and redwood. The biscuit-shaped fastener installs inside a slot cut in the narrow side of the deck boards, and is reinforced with a stainless-steel plate for enhanced holding power. The steel plate also prevents over-driving of the screw, and has angled screw holes that guarantee a direct connection of the decking to the joist. Along with this added strength, the fasteners also maintain the necessary flexibility to accommodate seasonal contraction and expansion of the deck boards.

Combining this innovative design with the EB-GUIDE predrilling guide creates a system that not only has hidden strength, but is also precise and easy to install.

Each EB-TY Premium Hidden Deck-Fastening System kit includes:

Simpson Strong-Tie’s New and Improved Deck Guide The Deck Connection and Fastening Guide provides guidance for building safe, strong wood decks as well as instructions on how to recognize the warning signs of unsafe decks. In addition, it provides details for each critical deck connection (ledger connection, joist-to-beam connection, beamto-post connection, etc.) and identifies the relevant building-code requirements (2012 and 2015 IRC/IBC) and connection options.

Our deck guide can be a helpful reference to engineers who are getting acquainted with deck construction and can also bring them up to speed on revisions to the IRC that may call for engineering changes to a relatively simple residential deck design.

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News & Announcements

If you missed the webinar on May 25, Significant Changes to the 2018 International residential Code, consider attending these upcoming courses offered by ICC and the National Association of Home Builders: Significant 2018 Code Changes for Multifamily Buildings Date: Time: Specialty: Course Type: Contact Hours: CEU: Course Number: Register Online

29-Jun-2017 2 pm ET/11 am PT Building On-Line 1.0 0.10 12226 www.NAHB.org

Speakers:

Gary Ehrlich, Director, Codes and Standards, NAHB Dan Buuck, Senior Program Manager, Codes and Standards, NAHB

Multifamily buildings in the U.S. are generally constructed to comply with state and local building codes based on the International Building Code (IBC), International Existing Building Code (IEBC), International Fire Code (IFC), International Mechanical Code (IMC) and related codes. This webinar highlights significant changes affecting multifamily construction in the 2018 editions of these codes and in related design standards. Participants in this webinar will: Discuss significant changes to the 2018 IBC, IEBC, IFC and IMC affecting multifamily construction; recognize the potential impacts of the 2016 edition of ASCE 7 on design in high-wind and high-seismic areas; and review the basics of the code development and code adoption processes. This webinar is the second of a series available free of charge thanks to the generous support of the International Code Council (ICC).

using the Performance Path for Compliance in the IrC and Energy Code Date: Time: Specialty: Course Type: Contact Hours: CEU: Course Number: Register Online

13-Jul-2017 2 pm ET/11 am PT Energy On-Line 1.0 0.10 12227 www.NAHB.org

Speakers:

Craig Drumheller, Director, Construction Codes and Standards, NAHB Don Surrena, Senior Program Manager, Energy Efficiency, NAHB

Using the performance path rather than the prescriptive path in the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) can give builders more flexibility and more choices in deciding what materials and products to use to comply. In this webinar, you’ll learn about these options and how to use them to build a more energy-efficient home with fewer headaches. Participants in this webinar will: Recognize the flexibility built into the energy code and when to apply the various compliance paths; become familiar with the performance path and new Energy Rating Index path; walk through how compliance through energy modeling works; review the “Mandatory” requirements specified in the IECC; and see the potential benefits of using the performance path to save on energy code compliance. This webinar is the third of a series available free of charge thanks to the generous support of the International Code Council (ICC).

All three webinars will be available about one week after they are held as part of NAHB’s Webinar replays series. r http://www.nahb.org/en/learn/webinars/e-learning-webinars-and-online-courses.aspx PHONE: 800-289-5627

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APA/ICC Publication on Wood-Frame Wall Assemblies Updated IECC Compliance Options for Wood-Frame Wall Assemblies, a guide published jointly by APA and the International Code Council, has been updated to address the 2018 International Energy Code. The guide describes how energy performance is measured in exterior wood wall assemblies and how builders can improve wall thermal performance to meet code requirements. By following the design recommendations, builders can achieve the R20 or R13+5 wall insulation values found in the prescriptive residential tables of the 2009, 2012, 2015, and 2018 versions of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). The guide, Form P320, is available for free download from the APA website, www.apawood.org. Printed copies can also be ordered through the website.

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EPA and Formaldehyde Update On February 24, 2017, President Donald Trump issued an executive order to alleviate unnecessary regulations and to require the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to evaluate existing regulations and to identify regulations that should be repealed, replaced, or modified. The EPA had announced final implementation rules for the TSCA Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products last December. Since APA–The Engineered Wood Association and other wood associations had supported and encouraged implementation of that regulation, there was concern that it could be repealed, replaced, or modified pending review by the Trump administration. On May 15, APA joined other wood associations in a letter to the EPA, encouraging implementation of the regulation at the posted schedule.

On May 23, the EPA issued a direct final rule to implement the Formaldehyde Emission Standards for Composite Wood Products with extended compliance dates as follows: (1) formaldehyde emission standards, recordkeeping, and labeling provisions: March 22, 2018; (2) import certification provisions: March 22, 2019; and (3) laminated product producer provisions: March 22, 2024.

The agency also plans to issue a direct final rule to allow early labeling of compliant composite wood products as soon as compliance can be achieved. This will reduce the unnecessary burden for panel producers, fabricators, distributors, and retailers who want to roll out compliant inventory prior to the rule’s compliance date, according to APA. Another direct final rule will update several voluntary consensus standards referenced in the final rule.

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About APA – The Engineered Wood Association Founded in 1933 and based in Tacoma, Washington, APA represents approximately 164 plywood, oriented strand board, glulam timber, wood I-joist, Rim Board and structural composite lumber mills throughout the U.S. and Canada. Its primary functions are quality auditing and testing, applied research, and market support and development. www.apawood.org PHONE: 800-289-5627

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The Last Word...

Guarding Against Cyber Attacks in Component Plants

Joe Kannapell - Senior VP MiTek Industries, Inc. www.mii.com

Could a cyber attack cost you all your layouts and job files? Yes it can, as a truss plant found out last month, a victim of ransomware. Overnight, a despicable cyber robber encrypted all the files on his server, and displayed a warning on his system indicating an exorbitant ransom, with a price that escalated every minute. Very quickly the price became unreasonable, and he lost everything on that server. Firing his so-called IT expert offered little consolation. Yet there are defensive measures we all can take.

As with most viruses, ransomware is usually received from opening a seemingly innocuous email message, and it can quickly proliferate to every computer on a network. Early versions (called “locker-based”) attempted to lock you out of your system, displaying a screen requesting payment, without actually harming files. Usually these could be circumvented by interrupting Windows startup and editing the system registry. However, today’s versions (called “crypto”) are much more insidious as the above plant found out.

Our ubiquitous Internet, sophisticated computer sleuths, and untraceable anonymous payment services accelerate the risk from a ransomware attack. Adding to the tragic loss of layout files could be a hack of production equipment.

Truss plants could be totally shut down if computers that run saws and tables are rendered inoperable.

If you don’t have someone on staff who displays computer savvy, then you have to rely on an IT consultant. But how do you know that an outside vendor is providing adequate protections, especially when they are in such demand from large corporations and government. The latest attack by the “wanna cry” ransomware affected users running Windows XP who hadn’t installed the latest Microsoft update, including Britain’s National Health Service.

Several good preventive measures are in order: -

Make one person responsible to update your computer hardware and software, and send them to school to keep current on computer security.

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Keep your own (secondary) backups – buy several 64GB USB flash drives for $20 each and periodically copy your job files, program defaults, and other valuable data and keep these at home.

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Have one computer that is disconnected from your network with essential programs and files.

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