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"Innovation in Action at Vekta" Developing Vekta's PackFeeder V3 Cover story on page 54

DELIVERING INNOVATION TO THE TRUSS AND FRAME INDUSTRY With the right partnership anything is possible The team at Vekta was instrumental in the design of this system and were able to open our eyes to possibilities we didn’t know even existed.

The finished product has not only met, but exceeded our expectations.

With the minimal footprint of the PackFeeder, the accuracy, speed and reliability of the Razer V5, the speed and efficiency of the Material Conveyor system, and the overall support by this team we are extremely pleased with the outcome.

Josh Wright V.P. of Manufacturing The Truss Company, USA With 15+ years experience, Vekta specializes in creating automated factory solutions based on your objectives, space requirements and budget. The Truss Company’s customized solution focused on flexibility including two Razer V5’s and two PackFeeders sharing a common nine KickOff Conveyor System. If the key to business success is selecting the right partner- the key to automation is choosing Vekta.

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Anna Stamm – Advertiser Forum:

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In Memoriam: The Dedication of Cheryl Shepard

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Thomas McAnally – Publisher: Building Transformative Supply Chain Management Relationships

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MSR Lumber Producers Council: MSR Workshop Sessions Deliver Value for All in Supply Chain

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Matt Layman – Layman's Lumber Guide: Housing Affordability Inflection Point

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Bill Darcy – NKBA: The Skilled Labor Shortage is Pushing Building Industries Toward a Tipping Point

Like Painting the House

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Joe Kannapell: Sixty Years of Machines Part XXIX: Linear Saws: Out of the Box

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Chad Wickham – Spida USA: Spida’s Personal Approach to Service and Installation

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Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC: Record CM Building Industry Net Profits are Coming to an End Sooner Than Most Believe Glenn Traylor:

Who is the Most Important Person in Your Truss Operation?

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Tracy Roe – Eagle Metal: TrueBuild® Batch – Every Minute Counts

Greg Watson: Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)

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Ed Serrano – Vekta: Innovation in Action at Vekta

MiTek Staff: Understanding Bearing Size at a Wall or Beam

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Carl Villella – Acceptance Leasing: Will Rising Interest Rates Affect Your Equipment Purchasing?

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Simpson Strong-Tie Staff: LTTP2 — an Update to a Classic Light Tension Tie

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Jim Mavrakes – Wood Tech Systems: How Lasers Help Alleviate Labor and Production Constraints

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New & Used Equipment Saws ................................................................................................ 7 Truss Equipment .............................................................................45 Panel Equipment .............................................................................52 Trucks & Trailers ............................................................................73 Misc. Equipment .............................................................................77 Modular Manufacturing ..................................................................92 Door | Stair | Window Equipment .................................................94 Lumber ........................................................................................100 Monthly GIGGLES .............................................................................99 Safety First ...............................................................................................91 Calendar of Events ..................................................................................110 Industry News .........................................................................................116 Directory .................................................................................................128 Hiring Zone ............................................................................................130

Acceptance Leasing & Financing ................................................... 47,63,83 Acer, Inc ............................................................................................. 38,88 Alpine ........................................................................................... 16,76,123 Clark Industries, Inc. ............................................................................ 22,46 Eagle Metal Products ................................................................. 4,48,74 Eide Integrated Systems, LLC | ProCut, LLC ............................... 23,28,73 EstiFrame Technologies ........................................................................ 13,40 Fitzgerald Group ................................................................................. 25,47 HOLTEC USA ................................................................................... 9,60 Layman's Lumber Guide ......................................................................... 90 LimTek Solutions ............................................................................... 32,80 MiTek ......................................................................................... 12,112,131 Panels Plus ............................................................................................ 39,58 Runnion Equipment Company ............................................................. 25,83 Simpson Strong-Tie ............................................................... 14,86,114,120 Spida USA ............................................................................. 18,19,30,64,72 The Hain Company .............................................................. 15,21,37,109 The JobLine .................................................................... 27,33,45,95,99,100 Timber Products Inspection ................................................................ 42,62 Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC ...................................................... 34,35 Triad | RUVO | Merrick Machine ............................................. 24,94,98,134 Vekta Automation .......................................................................... 1,2,54,87 Wasserman & Associates .................... 7,17,39,41,47,52,53,61,67,70,93,95 Wolf X Machina ................................................................................. 61,89 Wood Tech Systems .......... 17,21,23,26,27,29,31,33,39,41,45,47,50,51,53, 57,59,61,65,66,67,68,71,77,81,82,95,99

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Like Painting the House Anna L. Stamm

Director of Communications and Marketing Component Manufacturing Advertiser.

s I began my spring backyard clean-up in the same place where I always start, a story about my grandfather’s annual effort to paint his house came to mind. Is it right that we always start in the same place?

Would a different approach be beneficial this time, or next time?

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More Work Than Time According to the story, when his children were young, my grandfather would endeavor to paint the house in the summer. Every time, he would begin in the front…but never quite have enough time to finish the entire house. Inevitably, the front would be finished but the back would have to “make do” until the next time. I don’t know if I remember the story because of, or in spite of, never having seen that house before the original Queen Anne styling was replaced with aluminum siding and other repairs. But the process became the riddle that has stuck with me.

Starting in a Different Place So, as I began in the northeast corner of the yard, I wondered – is it time to start in a different location this year? How often did my grandfather wonder if he should start on a different side of the house? The benefits would be: •

The neglected area would get my A+ effort instead of B–

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The neglected area would look better than it has in years

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I could finally reach that last spot before running out of time!

Preserving Our Routine But, as I continued to rake and trim, I decided that I was glad I had started where I always begin. Why? Because: •

The most visible location needs the largest investment of time

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Some areas must be tended to while others can wait – regardless of if that wait is one week, one month, or one season.

Most importantly, I know this for certain: it wasn’t that my grandfather was being stubborn or stupid by always starting in the front (as the story had implied). He did it because that’s how he prioritized his limited amount of time.

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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 $2,900 for Extra Set of Blades Optional Live Deck, Label Printer, Ink Jet Printer, Catcher Display & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor.

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Sixty Years of Machines Part XXIX: Linear Saws: Out of the Box Joe Kannapell

second sales pro reacted to Jim Urmson’s Florida saw blitz, the redoubtable (now deceased) Jere Broedling. Few knew Florida CMs better than Jere, first as Gang Nail’s sales manager, then as Bemax salesman, and finally as a MiTek rep. Like Randy Yost, he relentlessly prodded his company to respond to Urmson’s success. Finally, after ALS’s strong showing at the 2002 BCMC, MiTek assented and cut a 3-year deal repping the TCT. And Dick Marriott, MiTek’s VP of Sales, figured that the best way to sell the TCT was to follow Jim Urmson’s Florida example, but to do it nationwide.

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Urmson’s best success came from rolling his saw into prospects’ plants and proving its productivity.

So, Marriott enlisted MiTek’s best saw technician, Marc James (now VP of National Accounts) to take the TCT “out of the box” and demo its prowess.

Marc was the perfect pick, having installed and serviced Cyber Saws across the USA. He promptly procured a truck, trailer, and tools, and hit the road to learn from Jim Urmson at his Mt. Dora, Florida shop. Not long thereafter, he loaded up a TCT, traveled 70 miles to Adams Building Materials, and began his first demo. Ironically, at the same time, in May 2003, the first ALS was being “demoed” by Tom Mabry’s Production Truss, just a few hours further down the road.

[I witnessed the effectiveness of onsite demos 20 years earlier when Truswal trucked their new Roll-Splicer into our San Antonio plant, hooked up to power, and began spewing out perfectly spliced truss chords. After watching for just a few minutes, our owner, Ricks Wilson, handed over a check for the $5000 full price. When Wilson told us to unload the splicer from his trailer, the Truswal rep strenuously objected, saying he had scheduled a full slate of appointments. Wilson retorted, “You accepted payment, and the splicer is now in our possession.” That’s how powerful a road show can be!]

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After a whole month in Florida, and over the next two years, Marc demoed in 35 states, British Columbia, and in the parking lot of a motel. His efforts were further boosted when MiTek displayed the TCT at two BCMCs. All told, over 100 TCTs were sold, most of them as a result of Marc’s demos. And even though, by the end of this period, Alpine was busy taking ALS orders, TCT sales remained strong, proving that, by 2006, the linear saw had come of age.

However, Alpine’s “cut-everything” marketing did prompt TCT enhancements to cut wider boards and to do beveling, which was essential in Florida. Initially, running wider boards seemed to run contrary to Urmson’s original conception of a web saw. In the end though, he was able to accommodate 2x6’s with minimal complication, and this became his “1150” model. For jack beveling, Urmson offered a standalone beveler, sometimes referred to as a “pencil sharpener.” For beveling valley bottom chords, which wasn’t then commonplace, a table saw or a Baker band saw would have to suffice.

Considering all the linear saw momentum, are the days of the component saw numbered? I confess my previous bias, as I’ve witnessed MiTek sell over 1000 Easy Set and Cyber saws, and my sales literally sent my children to college. At the very least, component saws remain effective for repetitious work, especially attic bottom chords, according to Tom Hollinshed, owner of Comtech in Fayetteville. But little of this type of work remains for him after sequencing cutting output to minimize handling by build crews. In summary, the linear saw excels on shorter runs which facilitate better overall plant efficiency. In addition, as will be shown next, linear saws are the best way to physically connect the saws to the tables, arguably the first step in creating a totally automated truss production line.

Next Month: Linear Saws Go with the Flow Since 1970, Joe Kannapell has worked as programmer, Chief Engineer, Marketing Manager, and Sales VP for MiTek, plus 7 years at truss plants, retiring at the end of 2020.

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1996 Timbermill 620 Pro SSD Component Saw Six blades, SSD (single-sided-digital angle readouts), cuts lumber from 2×4 through 2×12, 4×2 lengths from 13” at 90/90 degrees to 20’, including four-angle floor truss webs from 18″, “Pro” model features faster angulation movements and faster carriage speeds with soft-start technology, all powered movements with single side setup, drag chain waste conveyor with drag chain incline. Length readout is analog.

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NEW! 2002 Koskovich Auto Omni 5-Blade Component Saw 2002 Koskovich Auto Omni component saw, 5-blade automated saw includes [3] 20 inch blades, [1] 30 inch blade, [1] 12 inch blade and shaker waste conveyor with factory side pans. Fully automated setup with full power length and all axis angulation, single-sided setup from operator console, 2×3 through 2×12 and 4×2, 20’ to 9” @ 90°/90°, Exair cabinet coolers, remote monitor, no spares.

In operation until Aug. ’21. 208/240/480 volt, 3 phase, 100 Amp saw electrical required. 120 volt, 1 phase PC electrical required. $13,970 NOW $12,750 FOB OH Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Safety Speed Cut Model 7000 Panel Saw

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1998 AUTO-OMNI COMPONENT SAW 5 Blade Automated Component Saw 1-30", 1-12" and 3-20"Blades cut 2x3 thru 2x12 and 4x2 from 11" to 20'-0" Computer, Enclosure & Stand Shaker Waste Pan Excludes Incline Waste Conveyor $15,500 FOB WA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

Spida CXM Pull Arm Saw with Automation Circa 2008 Spida CXM saw, model CXM 456055, pull arm saw with computer controls, powered angulation, powered length carriage to 20 feet, and self-retracting arm for cutting truss component parts, with easily movable center-point fence line for angles. From the OEM literature: “5.5 h.p. motor, 17.75″ blade, cuts in 180 deg quadrant from 10 deg to 170 deg, max thickness 6″ max crosscut at 90 deg. 27.5″, 45 degree max bevel cut”. Includes software upgrade to 2018 Spida standards and digital manual.

220 volt, 3 phase, 16 Amp saw electrical required, 110 volt,1 phase, 10 Amp PC electrical required. 65-85 PSI air required. $19,790 FOB BC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2010 Omni Miser II Saw • Automated Truss Angle & Bevel Cutting • 5 HP Motor with 16" Blade (cuts 2x3 through 2x12 up to 16' in length) • Ink Jet Printer (One Face) • Incline Live Deck • 10 Magazine Feeders - (5) 2x4 and (5) 2x6

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Spida’s Personal Approach to Service and Installation tarting in the maintenance field in the mid-1980s was an eye opener for me, to say the least I was very green. The manager of the truss plant could see I had mechanical aptitude and was driven to learn – but he also saw that I had no practical experience about troubleshooting machinery. This seems to be the norm for starting maintenance technicians as there is no course for a Maintenance Technician to learn the ropes. Through those first few years, we had to use Service Techs from Machinery companies to repair and align the machinery – most didn’t explain what they were doing or why they did it, so I just watched everything they did and figured out why. The whole process was fascinating for me and really planted the seed about what job I wanted to do next. So, a service and installation technician I became.

By Chad Wickham Eastern Sales and Service Manager

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Starting with Spida Machinery as a Service Technician after years of being a Maintenance Manager at a large truss plant in the Midwest gave me a different perspective on how to service a plant. One of the things that all our Techs at Spida Machinery bring to the plant is a willingness to educate the maintenance personnel on our machinery, which includes “what” we are doing and “why” we are doing it. We go into the customer’s plant and it becomes a partnership – we are all part of the same team, techs and maintenance. Interestingly, with machinery becoming more automated, more robotic, and more high tech, our partnership increases. Maintenance deals with the day-to-day and the Service Techs specialize in the high-end products – fine tuning, calibration, installation, software, and maintenance. We each have our niche and we complement each other.

Our service brings confidence to customers who are seeking to improve or expand their production capabilities. As a leader in the industry, Spida Machinery brings decades of experience into the design and functionality of the equipment we manufacture. As the industry changes, we are constantly improving the machinery designs and software to meet the needs of the customer. We work with the customer to layout the lines with safety, material flow, and functionality as guidelines to ensure a successful product.

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Dakota Wickham on a Piecemaker installation

This leads us to the installation of single machines to complete truss or wall lines. Installations can be done in one of two ways, Supervised or Complete Installation. A Supervised Installation is one Tech leading people supplied by the customer to assemble, level, anchor, and connect control wiring for the equipment. A Complete Installation is multiple techs to layout, assemble, level, anchor, and connect control wiring for the equipment. The Complete Installation will have the least amount of down time for a plant – as each tech knows the system, we have shaved days off the installations for the factory and allowed production to continue or begin in the least amount of time.

After the machinery is set and tested, we supply training on the operation of each piece of equipment in the line. The training always starts with the safe operating of the equipment, for not only the operator but for the surrounding workers as well. Second, we will train the operators on the operation of the equipment and what to look for while running. Third, we will go over the maintenance of each piece of equipment with the maintenance team until they are comfortable. Fourth, we watch the machinery run to see any issues that may arise – when we are sure the machinery and training is to the customer’s satisfaction, we get the sign off and finalize the installation. Within the next week, we will call the customer and check on the operation of the equipment and see if they have any more questions and address them.

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NEW! New L-M Equipment Verticut 2000 PET / Bunk Saw Station

The L-M Verticut 2000 is a true Precision End Trim (PET) saw that is capable of holding a 1/16th accuracy all day long. Made in the USA, the V2k comes equipped with a 15 HP 460/230 volt High-E three phase TEFC motor driving a Double ended Premium “Stellite” inlaid saw bar with a spring loaded chain tensioner and an automatic oiler to lubricate the .404 pitch custom profile semi chisel saw chain.

Rather than a single pivot-point, the saw assembly is mounted on a mandrel box that is guided by cam followers on a steel frame that is raised and lowered by a hydraulic cylinder. A console with the saw controls moves with the saw assembly along a track positioned using a manual “V” wheel geared drive or optional Hydraulic drive The V2k is unlike other imported systems that are basically a Portable Yard Saw on a cutting rack with a best cutting accuracy of +/- 1/8″ (meaning up to ¼” accuracy variance between units of lumber). The V2k from L-M provides +/- 40 thousands, assuring consistent PET precision from unit to unit.

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CONSIDERING EQUIPMENT? CONSIDER CLARK. EZ-SET AUTO JIGGING EXCLUSIVE & PATENTED DESIGN Automatic Truss Jigging System to drastically reduce setup times.

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DECEMBER 2004 OMNI MISER RTWF SAW • Model RTWF (Automated Roof Truss & Wall Panel Cutting & Marking Saw) • 5 HP Motor with 16" Blade (Cuts 2x3 through 2x12 up to 16' in length) • Ink Jet Printer (One Face) • Incline Live Deck • 4 Magazine Feeders (2-2x4 and 2-2x6) • Bunk(Bulk) Feeder • Computer with Enclosure & Stand • 208 Volt / 3 Phase • Many Spare Parts including Extra Saw Cabinet $25,000 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Safety Speed Manufacturing model 6400 vertical panel saw, 3 HP worm drive motor, 64 inch crosscut, 1 3/4" 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. 120 volt. Starting at $5,169 FOB MN.

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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.woodtechsystems.com

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One month after installing a Double Lumber PickLine to feed two TCT Linear Saws: "We are getting 3,000 to 5,000 bdft more each saw, than we were getting before the install.

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Record CM Building Industry Net Profits are Coming to an End Sooner Than Most Believe hat a ride it has been for the vast majority of the component manufacturing (CM) for wood trusses and wall panels in North Todd Drummond America the past few years. The demand for new homes outpaced the supply capacity of most homebuilders and those who suppy them. This recordbreaking rate of building supply needs created the perfect storm for many CMs, which created long lead times and virtually a no price limit market, resulting in historic record-breaking net profits. (See my January article, “Record-Breaking EBITA Exceeded Mid-Twenties for Many Component Manufacturing for 2021.”) Sadly, these good times are soon coming to an end. The following three emergent (negative) trends may very well bring an end to this record profitability everyone has been experiencing. What more can your company do to protect and improve net profits beyond capital investments?

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Everyone, and I do mean everyone, is expanding their manufacturing capacities. Last month’s article, “Millions of Dollars for New Equipment and Building Investments are Being Wasted,” explains how many are making costly investment errors. Despite the costly errors by many CMs, the fact remains that all the new equipment and manufacturing facilities expansion will add far more manufacturing capacity to the markets. One should expect all this new equipment coming online to have the effect of shortening the lead times, and therefore competitive pricing, of new orders by late summer. By the time August/ September comes, it will allow the CMs to get their new equipment installed, staffed, and most of the bugs worked out to have a meaningful impact to help their manufacturing capacity expansions.

Additional pressure on competitive pricing should grow steadily throughout 2023 with the addition of increasingly more new equipment and facilities expansions coming online. Today, most new orders for new equipment are at least one year from a promised delivery date. All the delayed equipment installs will keep arriving and being added to the CM locations as fast as the equipment dealers can produce and deliver the new equipment. As the continued manufacturing capacity is added to the market, what effect do you think it will have on the demand and supply pricing model?

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Truss and wall panel component manufacturing is not the only capacity expansion happening.

Additional lumber mills and other types of much-needed commodities are also expanding manufacturing capacity to meet the needs of their customers. Do a web search about expanding lumber mills, and you will find the same pattern in every region of North America, all stating they are ramping up to meet the increased demands. Do you think the record pricing of lumber will be maintained at these high rates forever? Will the price/cost of commodities finally drop despite historic inflation? It is anyone’s guess, but judging by the additional capacity, history has shown that competitive pricing is more likely. Everyone knows that most components are based on a cost markup method, so what do you think the inflated margins based on high lumber pricing will do once the commodities prices fall?

So, how will you respond to those three trends? One of the most significant issues of having record sales and profits is that money hides many sins. Speaking as a lean manufacturing operations guru, I cannot emphasize enough that the term “good enough” is costing many companies millions of lost additional sales and profits. Too often, “good enough” is the standard default. Companies are willing to spend millions on new equipment and buildings, but when it comes to process and intangible improvements, spending a fraction of the capital investment on outsiders’ advisement for process improvement is too far a leap for too many.

Is your company’s budget only for new equipment, but no formal training for your employees? All too often, we think we see the situation clearly regarding a major expense for equipment while minimizing the risk. Yet I am told much too often, “Todd, we invested in suchand-such and did not get the bump in production we were led to believe would happen. Could you help us get the productivity that we were promised?”

Like it or not, the price wars are more than likely returning. With all the changes within your company, do you feel there is no room for improvement beyond capital investments? Maybe it is time to spend a fraction of your investment budget on refined lean manufacturing training for all areas of your company, not just the manufacturing, that has a straight payback measured in months with years of continued profit improvement.

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

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

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Monet FWA 500 Floor Web Saw 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 horizontal scrap conveyor.

480 volt, 3 phase. Call for pricing, FOB MO.

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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.

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Spida Automated Apollo Saw The Spida Apollo saw with Automation is a computerized, pull-arm type saw used for cutting either wood truss components or wall panel cutting and represents the lowest-cost way to add an automated single-blade saw to your operation. Features include angle cutting from 10 to 170 degrees, 36 inch scarf cuts, patented variable stroke limiter for safety, solid frame and arm design, 17 inch industrial touch screen with enclosure, 7.5 HP motor, plug and play wiring making installations easier and includes cowls for adding a dust extraction system.

Available options include software is available for both trusses and wall panel cutting, laser guide showing exactly the path of the blade before the blade moves, Safe Grip™ Clamp for cutting smaller pieces, clamping table, Plate Marker template providing automated set up for marking joint locations (studs, sub-component locations, etc.) on top/bottom plates, Chop Saw Table for adding another saw for miter/compound or end cuts, prior to feeding the Spida Apollo saw, Portable Dust Extractor and spare blades.

2006 Alpine AutoMill SC Automated Component Saw

Saw is available in 240 volt, 20A or 460 volt, 15A 3 phase electrical. Computer requires 110 volt, 1 phase, 20A.

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

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

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

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If you have questions about how you can make this selection, please contact your authorized agent above or Glenn Traylor at 919-280-5905 or trusguy@gmail.com.

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Who is the Most Important Person in Your Truss Operation? ho is the most important person in your truss operation? The designer who creates the projects? The guy who signs the check?

Without sales there is no business, so is it sales? Let’s make an argument for someone you might take for granted. There is a person who looks at every job – every truss – who is in a position to effectively ensure the product meets general requirements. It’s the truss stacker!

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The truss stacker fulfills a vital role in your operation, yet often this position is filled by the newest, greenest, employee with little or no training. For those who choose to put the new person here, what can be done to maximize the effectiveness of this position?

First: Rewrite the job description of truss stacker The truss stacker, in addition to stacking, should be familiar with QC requirements. They don’t need to be as skilled as the in-house QC manager, but they do need to be able to understand basic elements of ANSI/TPI 1 Chapter 3 requirements related to the construction of a truss. They should understand the following: 1. Member to member gap 2. General orientation of the connector plate 3. Rotation of the connector 4. Missing plates 5. Broken lumber 6. Embedment of the connector.

Second: Teach stacking 101 The stacker needs to be trained to stack trusses uniformly as to reveal problems and issues. As I detail in my previous article, How Important are Neatly Stacked Trusses?, important points to remember include the following: 1. Tight banded packs create laminated packages that strengthen the pack.

2. A carefully placed nail near the overhang as each truss is stacked can aid in alignment.

3. Blocking is absolutely necessary in order to prevent lateral stress on truss members.

4. Like trusses should be banded together if at all possible.

5. The longer the span, the more bands required.

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6. Truss labels that are readable in the stack are preferred to help loading verification and make truss identification by the erection contractor quick and simple.

7. Neat, tight packaging with trusses aligned give the jobsite delivery a great first impression.

Third: Provide QC experience Consider providing an opportunity for the stacker to do an occasional in-house inspection.

That way, your truss stacker will be able to see why and how all of the small details matter. This experience will benefit the fabricator too by positively impacting quality throughout the plant.

Fourth: Reward finding problems Why not provide an incentive for the stacker to find problems? Then, instead of thinking they’re causing more problems when identifying mistakes in the plant, they will understand that they are supposed to do just that! Rewarding their efforts to keep their eye on quality will improve their attentiveness and greatly benefit your overall QC.

Finally: Close the loop Create a pathway for problems identified by the stacker to be resolved. My previous article, Is Your Plant Process an Open or Closed Loop Process?, highlights how it is essential to have feedback loops in manufacturing plants. If departments are working in isolation and information is not being shared among them, then your quality will suffer. Only with communication will you be able to actually fix the problems!

The truss stacker will never be the highest paid or most educated person in your plant, but they just might be the most important person when it comes to ensuring that your production is running properly. Ignoring truss stacker required skillsets could be a missed opportunity to improve your product and to help prevent delivering problems to your customer.

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

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TRUSS EQUIPMENT

1998 Alpine Truss Assembly Tables • 5'-6" x 14' Tables with Plastic Top • Steel (Drilled & Tapped) at Bottom Chord • Auto Set is Not Operational • Excludes Jig Hardware • 3 Available • $6,000 Each or $17,000 for All 3 Tables $6,000 FOB AL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2007 Clark Industries Horizontal Truss Stacker Model HVS, Two Unit, 2-Zone, 14’ Horzontal Stacking System. Two lifting units (one master and one slave) with integral electrics. A truss sensing system consisting of adjustable laser sensors mounted on slide rails. One indoor electric control enclosure & panel w/PLC and manual controls. A stacker-conveyor interface package comprised of (1) mounted 3-push button enclosure and (1) remotely mounted 2-push button enclosure (pause/ emergncy stop). Hand-held Wampfler Remote Control System. 8 stacking rails and 4 stripping posts. Stack 1 5/8” thick x 14’ tall trusses up to 30 high. Stack a truss in approximately 40 seconds (cycle time).

Stack up to 55’ or longer trusses on each side of the conveyor with minor assistance for truss sag, shorter lengths can be stacked unassisted. Excludes 77’ Walk Through Conveyor System. Two systems available at $25,000 NOW $19,900 Each. FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

NEW! New Spida Floor Cassette Table

New Spida floor cassette table, standard size 12′-8″ x 40′ long, structural steel tubing frame with building surface featuring slotted steel at 6″ on-center intervals. Table includes preset spacing marks at 16″, 19.2″ and 24″ for faster layout of trusses, joists, rim board and beams. Table height of 14″ that includes leveling feet for fine adjustment. Foot pedal operated, end-eject idler rollers are 4″ diameter and spaced at 4′ on-center. Ejectors powered by 15.5″ diameter air bellows. Table includes 3-way solenoid valves, 1/2″ diameter air connect and 70 gallon compressed-air storage tanks with filter & regulator. Approximate weight 13,000 lbs. 110 volt, 1 phase, 15 Amp electrical required. 100 PSI @ 18 CFM air required. $130,997 FOB IN

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Remote Multifamily Truss Estimator Job MiTek - J15227 Hiring Now! Must score in the Upper Intermediate or Advanced range on the JobLine Truss Design Skills Evaluation. MiTek Sapphire proficiency is required. Employer will consider 3+ years single family design experience. Training and position is remote.

Expert level Remote MMF Estimators are afforded top consideration but the employer is very willing to train experienced single family designers wishing to become MMF Designers. This position is a stepping stone to a MMF Design job if you are interested.

Hourly plus OT based on experience, job history, and testing. 45 hr week average +- with no OT cap. This is a Work/Life Balance employer who invests in their people for long term goals. Full benefits package, medical, life insurance, retirement plan. insurance, retirement plan. USA based applicants only.

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NEW! Table Guided Gantry System by Spida Machinery New, table-guided (NO rail) gantry system by Spida, side-eject 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", undertable-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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NEW! New Spida Floor Truss Finish Press New Spida floor truss finish roller press, four-foot wide (other widths available) x 3 1/2” tall throat. Use of this process speeds assembly and transports finished truss away from the production area, adds quality and peace of mind for your finished floor trusses. The unique “uni-body” construction creates a ridged machine that does a final press of the connector plates for complete embedment into lumber, saving wear on your floor assembly machine. 12” diameter rolls, 7 1/2 HP motor, 80# chain, 114 FPM speed, emergency photoelectric shut-off, chain and sprocket guards, integrated brake. Available options include: other roller widths, Heavy-Duty upgrade, gear motor drive, and soft start controls. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. Other voltages available.

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TrueBuild® Batch – Every Minute Counts ur industry is experiencing unprecedented times. Never before has production capacity been at such a premium. We have seen different markets get active in the past but nothing like this. Right now in the United States, manufacturers can’t keep up with the demand for metal plate connected wood trusses. Now more than ever every process, every motion, literally every minute counts for a component manufacturer.

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If you are a component manufacturer and you have not recently evaluated your operation from top to bottom, you are behind the curve. Truss plants across America are desperately seeking efficiency from every possible location. From how they sell, design, and process orders to how they batch, cut, and assemble trusses. Everyone is seeking ways to do more in the same amount of precious time. Large or small, one location or several, everyone in our industry today is looking for more. It is common in our current market for trusses to be shipped hundreds of miles to their destination. I recently talked to a plant in the upper Midwest working on trusses destined for Florida.

By Tracy Roe

How good is your production process? How well are you leveraging your software to help you gain throughput in the same amount of time? TrueBuild® Batch can help you dial in your batching, cutting, and assembly processes.

Multiple saw output with a single scheme. Paperless, hard copy, or a combination of both in a single scheme. You choose what works best for your plant and we help you get it.

Saws are of course only the start. How will any given job go through your plant most efficiently? Truss by truss, batch combined, or perhaps a few different batches going to different resources on your shop floor? TrueBuild® Batch can help get the most out of your equipment. User friendly and easy to understand interface tools make getting exactly what you want extremely easy. This isn’t your traditional batching application. Sophisticated tools designed by decades of on-the-floor experience ensure you get what you need out of the box without custom programming requests.

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How long will this job take to cut, to set up, or to assemble? Now you can get those estimates without any complicated time tracking or plant management software applications. These time estimates are inherent to TrueBuild® Batch already and are at your fingertips.

There are only a given number of hours in every day. The challenges that today’s truss fabricator faces are many. Evaluate your processes and take a hard look at how you’ve always done it. The industry as we know it today will not last forever. Be ready for any challenge that the world throws at us next. Let our experienced staff of passionate people help you squeeze the most out of every process. Ask us about what TrueBuild® Batch is already doing for fabricators across the country that it could be doing for you.

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IT’S ONE THING IN LIFE TO MAKE THE CUT. IT’S ANOTHER TO MAKE IT BETTER.

Designed for high-volume floor truss web output with even greater safety, the Monet DeSauw FWA-500 AC (for “automated controls”) offers the very latest in operator-friendly saw technology. Perfect for manufacturers running floor trusses in large volumes with variable web design, the 500 AC features automation for all blades, including the fixed cut-off blade for minimal waste. And without any need to open the saw motor cabinets, except for periodic service, you’ll benefit from enhanced safety as well. You might say that with the fully automated FWA-500 AC, Monet DeSauw has set a new standard. Again. Contact us today to discuss how this exceptional machine can positively impact your production goals.

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New table-guided (NO rail) floor truss machine by Spida.

This well-designed machine builds floor trusses up to a standard 26 inch depth (32 inch optional). Working length of 40 feet. Optional features include plate storage areas along each long side of the table, end-eject, flip jig for build-side, center clamping for over-depth trusses and 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. Other voltages available.

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New Spida Roof Truss Finish Press

New Spida roof truss finish roller press, 24″ diameter rolls, throat widths either 15 feet or 16 feet wide, 119 feet per minute speed, heavy-duty design with 4″ shaft diameters, 80 lb. chain drive, dual motors (20 HP total) and variablefrequency drive for smooth acceleration and deceleration with active start/stop control panel. Includes emergency top interlock which allows integration with other machines, emergency shut-off, safety shut-off beams/bars or safety scanners located at infeed and outfeed of throat. 460 V, 3 phase electrical available standard, other voltages available as option, changing from 1.5″ to 3.5″ throat height, 10 feet and 12 feet throat widths and roll height adjustment are also options. Weight: 11,500 lbs.

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Price: $185,970 Location: NV

Exterior line includes (2) sets of Rough Opening Assembly tables model RO-CAT, framing table model Gen II with manual nail-gun tool dollies each side & stud locators at 16” and 24” o.c., squaring and sheathing table model Gen II with staple & routing combo bridge & side shift for seams @ 3” & 6” o.c. fasteners, top & bottom plate gun mounts for 6” o.c. fasteners, auto stop & tilt features, (3) 10 ft skatewheel conveyors, (4) 20 ft x 36″ roller conveyors and (4) powered infeed conveyors with chain track.

Interior line includes Rough Opening Assembly table model RO-CAT, framing table model Diamond Quad with manual nail-gun tool dollies each side, pop-up rollers & stud locators at 16” and 24” o.c., (2) 10 ft skatewheel conveyors, (4) 20 ft x 36″ roller conveyors.

System sold for over $223,000 new. Sold as one system only. 110 volt, 1 phase electrical required. 100 PSI air required.

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Innovation in Action at Vekta

By Ed Serrano Managing Director VektaUSA

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n business today, it is necessary to be agile and responsive to change. But, to have that real edge – the ability to truly set yourself apart – you need to be unique. Your solutions need to define I-N-N-O-V-A-T-I-O-N.

As a company, Vekta defines innovation. By reviewing how the Vekta PackFeeder V2 has evolved into the V3, we’re sure you’ll agree.

To be truly innovative, it all starts with lIsteNiNg. Suggestions, ideas, and improvements can come from anywhere, so listening is essential. We listen to the manufacturing team, the engineering design team, and service engineers interacting on site with the product. But the most important suggestions – the crucial ideas – come directly from our customers who are using our machinery day in, day out.

The PackFeeder V2 is market proven and tested, but it is still young in the design evolution cycle of the machine. Vekta has been actively listening and understanding what our customers have been reporting. That feedback has centered on picking reliability and system resilience to non-ideal operating conditions. With that in mind, we began to re-evaluate our vacuum system, with special emphasis on the use of compressed air and off-the-shelf gripper units.

The challenges of the previous compressed air supply The PFV2 requires a high flow compressed air supply to drive the vacuum system that is used to grip the timber and pick up the boards. The issues included: • Customers were having to upgrade their factory air compressor to get the flow required for adequate performance; • If the flow was too low, the gripping performance was compromised; • The venturi items that generated the vacuum were susceptible to clogging, making them less efficient with time; and • The cost of machine downtime to replace a vacuum module was high.

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The issues with the previous vacuum grippers Feedback for the vacuum grippers was fielded from sites and engineering. The issues included: •

The off-the-shelf vacuum modules had extremely long lead times (6 months) and limited serviceability;

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They required a high flow of compressed air to operate;

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To pick single boards or two boards at a time, the grippers needed to rotate across the two boards using a linear actuator and multiple linkages. These items were prone to misalignment after being knocked. They were also labor intensive to design, fabricate, and assemble; and

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The gripper rotation across two boards also reduced the vacuum gripping surface area due to leakage through the gap between two adjacent boards.

The plan for innovating To address all of these issues, it was important to set the ObjectiVes for the design change. For the PFV2 to evolve into the V3, the objectives were to •

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Minimize costs.

The lead design Engineer for the project, Alex George, was looking for “simplicity without compromising functionality.”

So, when an off-the-shelf product is not fit for use, you turn to creAtivity! Vekta took on the challenge to design and build our own vacuum grippers. By doing so, we could address the compressed air flow issues and the vacuum gripper issues.

There is a reason it is called research and developmenT. And that is exactly what the Vekta team did. Our Engineering and Production Teams designed, manufactured, tested, and then iterated, until the best solutions were identified. So how did we solve these issues?

The improved compressed air supply •

An onboard vacuum pump has completely eliminated the need for a compressed air supply at all, making the PackFeeder V3 easier than ever to integrate into existing plants.

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The new vacuum grippers The design of the vacuum grippers presented the biggest challenge in the entire project. A solution was found in optimizing the design of the vacuum gripper plate orifices to best meet Vekta’s stringent performance and reliability requirements. By separating the single vacuum gripper into two isolated vacuum chambers and controlling a series of valves, we can now actuate these vacuum chambers individually or in combination to either single- or double-pick timber boards on either the forward and/or aft vacuum pads.

In other words, Vekta was able to produce fit-for-purpose, high performance vacuum grippers, while retaining the flexibility to single- or double-pick boards on demand. What does this mean for Vekta customers and the market? Our PackFeeder has fewer moving parts and is better suited to picking the less-than-ideal timber we unfortunately see in our industry far too often.

Our on-going commitment When you have a tight production schedule and challenging outside influences (e.g., shipping, suppliers, and COVID), it all comes down to plannIng. Research and development is at the core of Vekta and our entire company focus. From building prototypes and running tests, the whole team from Engineering, Manufacturing, Support, and Admin have been involved in ensuring the PFV3 research and development was prioritized.

Once all of the hard work on the drawing board is complete, it is absolutely critical to run new designs through their paces in a prOduction environment. Once again, this is where Vekta’s partnership with industry and new and existing customers comes into play. We first test our products in the field by aligning ourselves with other Innovative customers. We work directly with customers who recognize the advantages of innovation and are willing to work with us to bring new technologies to our industry. In the case of the PFV3, we were lucky enough to find such a customer in the Perth area, allowing us to monitor and adjust the new version thoroughly and efficiently.

Finally, one of the most important characteristics of innovation is iNgenuity – the quality of being clever, original, and creative. Our design processes and resulting products have been tailored to the very specific requirements of the Truss and Frame environment. Finally, as with all of Vekta’s design improvements and upgrades, the new vacuum grippers and air supply is backwards-compatible with the PFV2 system and can be retrofitted to existing machines with minimal downtime.

There is definitely a sense of achievement when you realize that, by listening and responding, your effort, time, and investment has resulted in improvements for your customers and the industry.

When you realize that your research and development has allowed a product to evolve and take a step in the design cycle – that is worth celebrating.

Vekta’s PackFeeder V3 is the latest example of Vekta defining INNOVATION for the timber Frame and Truss industry.

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2007 Panels Plus Steel Wall Panel Sheathing Station $74,970 FOB MN 765-751-9990 PHONE: 800-289-5627

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

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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. $11,900 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

CLICK HERE for more information New Panels Plus Wall Panel Framing Equipment

Consider Panels Plus wall panel assembly equipment for manufacturers of wood or steel wall panels, floor-panels, and related framing components. Panels Plus is an employee owned, ISO certified, manufacturing company that builds state-of-the-art equipment featuring durable construction, with fit and finish second to none in the structural building component industry. The referenced base framing table allows you to assemble from 7-12 foot wall heights, at industry standard 16 foot lengths, at a working height of 29 to 32 inches.

This framer design includes controls at each end of table, squaring stops and pneumatic clamping for consistent wall panel quality.

Frames 2x4 or 2 x 6 walls, with color-coded, steel stud locators at 16 and 24 inches O.C. spacing. Includes pop-up skate wheels for easy transfer of completed wall frame. Framing table can be configured to receive wall framing light bars, other options include custom buildable wall heights, lengths and auto-indexing of optional 2 or 3 tool carriages.

2004 PANELS PLUS 12' X 16' SHEATHING TABLE WITH PANEL & ROUTER BRIDGES • Sheathing Table with Powered Height Adjustment & Roller Conveyor • Panel Bridge with Bridge Tilt • Tool Mounts at 6" Centers with 3" Shift • 20 Each - Max CN80 Coil Nail Guns • Custom Built Router Bridge (excludes air router shown in photos) • Paslode Staple Guns are available at additional expense $23,900 NOW $19,900 FOB IL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Additionally from Panels Plus are sheathing tables with features that include foot pedal control at squaring end of table, with squaring stops, roller conveyors at both sides, single pendant controls for bridge, tool spacing at 6 inch centers with 3 inch bridge shift for offset nailing. Tool bridges can accommodate from 2 x 4 to 2 x 8 walls, with seam tilt being standard equipment Panels Plus Tool Bridges are available with single beam or dual beam design for two different tool mounts on one bridge.

Squaring stations, sub-component tables, conveyors and panel lifts are also available to complete the configuration of the wall panel assembly line. Price includes factory installation and training. 50 CFM at 120 psi air. 120 or 230 volt, 1 phase electrical.

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IBS/Comsoft Wall Panel Light Bars Reconditioned dual 16’ foot long light bars, includes spare light board. Light bars are compatible with all light-bar equipped or ready IBS/Comsoft, Panels Plus, etc. wall panel equipment driven by ITW (IBS) or other compatible design software. 110 volt, single phase electrical. $18,890 NOW $16,550 FOB MN. Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

New Spida fully-automated CNC controlled sheathing station, fastens sheathing to wood frame wall panels from 2×3″ to 2×8″ nominal, in wall heights from 7′ to 12′. Straightens studs from the underside of the panel prior to firing fasteners. Fixed bridge fires fasteners into sheathing as wall panel passes under bridge. Works with tools firing up to 3 1/2″ nails.

Features touch-screen controls, (4) high-speed nail tools, automated tilting of tools at seams and powered transfer of panels. Approximate size is 18 ft wide x 27 ft long. 230 / 460 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

100 PSI at 28 CFM.

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2016 Triad Framer, Nail Bridge & Component Nailer 2016 Triad wall assembly equipment, model Diamond Quad Framer, Panel Nailer Bridge and Flow Thru Nailer. Builds from 6′-9″ to 9′-3″ panel heights to 16′-0″ long. Framer includes power height adjustment, (4) Hitachi nail tools, squaring stops, manual dollies and parking sections. Nailing bridge includes (18) Hitachi nail tools, laser pointer, 3″ tool shift function and plate fire. Flow Thru Nailer includes (4) Hitachi nail tools. Handle bar router and all available skatewheel conveyors are included. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical required. 100 PSI at 10 CFM air required at nail bridge and Flow Thru Nailer.

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Aesthetics, speed, and usability are the focus of every project, and we believe the process is as important as the end result. We want you to feel that you’re in good hands, we’re with you every step of the way, and you can depend on our developers in the long term.

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• Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor • Powered Height Adjustment (6'-11" to 12'-5" wall heights) • Fixed Squaring Stops • Excludes Tool Dollies • 110 Volt / 20 Amps • Add $5,000 for Stud Locators at 16" & 24" O.C. • Add $2,350 for 1 Pair of 15' Skatewheel Conveyor with Stands

• Add $10,950 for Sub-Component L a y u p Ta b l e s w i t h P o p - u p Skatewheel Conveyors • EQUIPMENT FINANCING available from SLS Financial Services

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

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

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

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If you have questions about how you can make this selection, please contact your authorized agent above or Glenn Traylor at 919-280-5905 or trusguy@gmail.com.

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Carl Villella, CLFP President, Acceptance Leasing & Financing Service

he Federal Reserve Bank approved its first interest rate hike since December 2018 at their meeting in March. The interest rate hike was 0.25%.

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In an effort to fight inflation, the Fed indicated an aggressive path ahead, indicating that there will be rate rises at each of their six remaining meetings in 2022.

Additional rate increases are expected in 2023 as well. At least two of them. Of course, things can change in the economy, and the Fed may amend their strategy. But the overriding consensus is that we are looking at a future of higher interest rates.

How are you positioning yourself in this economic environment?

Despite the rate increase in March, rates are still relatively low right now. It makes perfect sense to lock in that Low Payment now before the rate hikes occur later this year.

Unlike credit card debt, or adjustable mortgages, financing commercial equipment with Acceptance Leasing and Financing provides a fixed rate, and locks in that rate for the life of the financing contract.

Along with the peace of mind that a fixed rate provides, there are no follow-up financial requirements. Once you’ve been approved and your transaction has been funded, no additional reporting of any kind is needed.

We finance new or used equipment, and offer a number of programs to fit your situation. From “application only” to a seasonal payment schedule, we tailor the financing to suit your needs.

Feel free to contact us at 412 262-3225 to learn more.

Acceptance Leasing and Financing Service is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year.

Established in 1992 by Carl Villella, we pride ourselves on our Certified Leasing and Financing Professional designation. A member of SBCA and a frequent attendee of the BCMC trade exhibitions, Carl knows the equipment of the component manufacturing industry and is ready to assist you with your financing needs.

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2007 VIKING 16' X 12' SQUARING TABLE WITH SHEATHING BRIDGE • 16' x 12' Squaring Table with Powered Width Adjustment & Powered Chain Conveyor • Wall Panel Lengths up to 16', Wall Panel Heights from 4'-0" to 12'-2" • Swing Gates at Both Ends of Squaring Table • Automated Field & Edge Nailing Driving by Panel Pro Event Software & Your Programmed Nailing Patterns • Simple Touchscreen Controls • 2 Tool Carriages for Sheathing Nailing with Tilt Function for Seams • 2 Paslode Nail Guns with High Load Coil Tray • Auto Sheathing Bridge Return • Includes 4 Pallets of Magnum Coil Nails (2 3/8 x .113) • 480 Volt / 3 Phase $29,900 FOB KS. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2021 Triad Router Bridge & Portion of V-Track 2 0 2 1 Tr i a d R o u t i n g B r i d g e w i t h approximately (20) feet of v-track. Fits over tables that build up to 12′ nominal height wall panels. Includes powered automatic bridge return, powered vertical router movement, manual fine adjustment wheel, manual vertical router travel with chain drive and (1) Milwaukee router, catalog #5625-20 120 volt, 1 phase, 15 Amp electrical required. No table included. $28,970 FOB BC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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IBS Sub-Component Nailer 2x4 thru 2x12 Capacity Remote Fire & 3-Way Clamping Squaring Stop Foot Pedal Control 6' Infeed & 6' Outfeed Conveyor Includes 5 Bostitch Nail Guns Missing Front Bottom Switch $8,900 FOB SD Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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IBS Tool Bridge & Router Bridge IBS multi-tool bridge with (24) tool stations.

Bridge features auto-return, button controls and laser guide mount. Fits up to 12′ nominal rail centers. IBS router bridge features (1) router, laser guide mount and lever-switch button controls. Fits up to 12′ nominal rail centers. Sold as a pair.

Includes all available floor mounted, v-rail.

Both bridges missing laser sub-assembly.

120vac, 120psi air. $15,975 FOB UT Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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New Wall Panel Lift 8' to 12' Wall Heights 1,000 Lb Capacity Weight: 120 Lbs Excludes: Electric Hoist & Freestanding Bridge Crane $1,850 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

Includes a series of color-coded locator pins at 16", 19.2 and 24" on-center spacing and clamping with squaring feature including foot pedal control.

The locators individually flip down if a joist comes out on top of them. After the floor is complete and unclamped, the floor section can be raised up on skate-wheel conveyors and rolled out or lifted off the table using an overhead crane. Table height is 24.5", OAL 45.5 ft, OAW 14.5 ft. 120 volt, 1 phase, 15 Amp electrical required. 90 to 120 PSIG at 15 CFM air required.

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2017 Panels Plus Single-Tool Wall Panel Sheathing Station

2017 Panels Plus single-tool sheathing station includes servo-controlled bridge travel, edge stitcher tool mounts (single beam model), a single-tool, center tool mount, laser pointer, pre-programmed nailing patterns and joy-stick controls, foot pedal control at squaring end of table for squaring panels, pop-up skatewheel and roller conveyors for transport of panels. Accommodates wall panels ranging from 2″ x 4″ to 2″ x 10″, up to 16′ panel length. Includes one Max brand model CN80 nail tool. 120 PSI at 60 CFM air required. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical required. See example video below.

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New! $37,900 FOB Ontario 2014 TRIAD RAKE WALL TABLE • Wall Lengths to 12' • Wall Heights to 40' • Powered Height Adjustment • Manually Adjustable Rake Side (0 to 12/12 pitch) • Adjustable Squaring Stop

• Pop-Up Skatewheel Conveyors • Stud Locators at 16" and 24" Centers • Center Support Bar with Stud Locators • Excludes Tool Doilies • Price is in US Dollars

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New Spida Wall Extruder Panel Assembly System The concept of the Spida Extruder is to bring materials to a central location as the product is extended or “extruded” to create the framed wall panel. A single operator in one central location, feeds the studs and sub-components in-between the plates, while the Extruder does the nailing. The Extruder features (4) servo-controlled, indexing, bracket-mounted tools that can be coil or stick fed, hands-free clamping of plates and is adjustable for wall heights starting from 5’-11”, with options to build walls to 12‘3”, from 2×4″ to 2×8″ lumber.

An option is available to add an intermediate tool mount, for fastening blocking between studs, a notoriously slow process in wall panelization that usually reduces production. The Extruder design makes this connection much easier for the operator, keeping your wall production high.

The support stations are adjacent to the Extruder and operators at those stations build the sub-component openings, sub-assemblies (like ladders) which are conveyed to the central operator’s station, where they are dropped and nailed into the panel in sequence.

Conveyors and transfer tables of various configurations are used to bring the parts to the Extruder. Each design takes advantage of curved or raised conveyors to efficiently bring materials to the Extruder and fit within your plant’s material flow in the most efficient way possible.

Once the wall panel is framed, it proceeds by conveyor to a squaring station and a sheathing station for completion. Here too, the sheathing is fastened as the panel passes by the sheathing bridge with its’ (4) four, high-speed tools. There are options for router bridges and automated ply loading. The Spida Sheather is a fully automated, CNC machine that features touch screen controls and tilt nailing at seams.

$68,990 FOB MA 2019 Triad Gen 3 Framing Station with Trident Tool Dollies

2019 Triad Gen 3 framing station with Trident tool dollies builds up to 16 ft long walls from 4 ft to 12 ft in height with 2×3″ through 2×8″ material. The framer clamps and squares components with push button activation before nailing. The trident tool dollies use a single tool per dolly and can be set up to accommodate the nail spacing and quantity of nails. Pop-up skate wheel conveyors assist with moving the wall or components. 110 volt, 1 phase electrical required.

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Over ten years in development and use in Australia and Asia, there are now several locations using the Extruder here in North America. A typical system can be installed in about (5) hours thanks to the modular, “plug-and-play” design of the Spida wall equipment. 120 volt, 1 phase, 15 Amp electrical required and 110 PSI air @ 6 CFM required for each Extruder and Sheather station.

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How Lasers Help Alleviate Labor and Production Constraints

n 2002, our company was responsible for outfitting a complete component plant in Asia where we learned the true value of the statement, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” The visual nature of lasers bridged an absolute

By Jim Mavrakes language barrier between our team and the local folks who would ultimately build roof trusses in a country where there was no word for roof truss! Once the lasers were operational, we simply showed them the cut materials with connector plates, outlined by the laser on the table, demonstrated how to seat the plate with a hammer, and training was accomplished with a few head nods and some smiles. That was no fluke. We did it again recently with a novice team of builders in Botswana, Africa, and this time we did it remotely.

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Closer to home, we hear component manufacturers lament the lack of labor and, among the available labor force, the lack of experience.

One of the fastest, proven ways to train people on assembling components is with the use of a laser projection system. The laser shows the exact geometry of the component and can also project the size of the connector plate and other information directly onto the assembly table, for both truss components and wall panels. For these reasons and more, Wood Tech Systems has been promoting SL-Laser systems for many years in hundreds of component plants across North America and around the world.

A major advantage of using lasers in a tight labor market is that training new people consists of telling them to, “put this board on this line and put this plate on that line; then repeat that with the next board…”. Because the laser lines are visual, there is no language barrier. This allows rookies to be immediately productive, since even a novice can tell if a board isn’t oriented correctly and then use the laser line to reorient the board. Can you imagine a new hire, on day one, being able to accurately jig a complicated roof truss?

SL-Laser systems are simple to install, even over existing assembly equipment, with very little disruption to a plant’s production schedule. A typical installation will require less than 3 days including calibration and training for your staff. Additionally, with the use of an SL-Laser system, setup time can be significantly reduced by up to 70% with dead-on accuracy. The system integrates smoothly with your existing design software, and, if you’re using automated pucks, the lasers follow Continued next page

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the lead of the automated puck software. In addition to that, consider that typical laser installations install at ¼ the cost of auto-jigging and are ready to use in hours as opposed to days or weeks for retrofit systems.

Controlling the SL-Laser system can be accomplished in several ways. While you have the option to use SL-Laser’s computer hardware, you can also elect to use your existing computer hardware, or even the included off-the-shelf remote controllers. As a result, your labor force can use the system without walking back and forth to the computer to initiate the next component projection.

SL-Laser never requires you sign a service agreement, so you will never be obliged to give a customer service rep your credit card before they answer a question or set you up to “exchange” a projector. Better yet, most common repairs can be performed by your team on-site while never having to reconfigure the projector or take it down and ship it out of the country. All of SL-Laser’s highly experienced and dedicated service personnel are based in Charlotte, North Carolina with after-hours phone support available if needed, at no cost to you.

SL features a superior closed-cabinet design that is never exposed to outside dusty air and never requires someone to climb 20 feet to clean air filters (or pay a service tech to do it). Why? Because SL has external cooling fins with an external fan to keep the projector running cooler, shining brighter, and lasting longer than any other available brand in the wood component industry. It’s been leading the way in wood component laser projection throughout North America since its inception. It’s driving measurable improvements for a rapid return on investment for roof truss, wall, and floor panel producers every day. Improved quality, reduced setup times, and no service agreements are just a few of the great improvements SL can project.

We’d like you to see firsthand how SL-Laser can deliver for you. Contact our team at Wood Tech Systems today.

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8’- 12’ Wall Height 1,000 LB Capacity Easy Adjustment Hoist and Crane Sold Separate

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Handle Bar Router * * * *

8’ - 12’ Wall Height 2 Person Operation 3 ¼ hp Production Router 120 Volt /1 Phase/15 Amp

$3,000.00

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10’ x 10’ Working Area Lift & Extend Rollers Squaring Lip Gun Holster And Nail Tray

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15’ Standard Length Adjustable Height Sturdy Stands Custom Lengths Available

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New PROSTACK WALL PANEL STACKER

$185,970 FOB NV 2016 Triad Wall Assembly Equipment Developed in a commercial wall panel production facility this is the remarkable ProStack, fully automated wall panel stacker. The ProStack relieves your build team from creating a stack of wall panels and keeps them building walls instead.

Stacks 2×4 through 2×8 walls up to 20′ in length and up to 12 feet in height. The ProStack automatically centers each layer including multiple wall segments on the same layer, and the ability to “create” fork lift pockets for ease of loading in your yard or on the build site. (Please see video for more.) 208 volt, 3 phase, 45.3 full Amp load electrical required. No air required. Footprint is 26′-5″L x 19′-3″W. Here are some of the features of the ProStack Wall Panel Stacker: • Wall Length Max – 20’ • Wall Height Range – 8’ to 12’ • Material 2×4″ through 2×8″ • Total Weight capacity – 6,000 lbs.

• Total stack Height Max – 6’ • This unit stacks on-center • System is able to stack on center layers that have multiple wall segments • Siemens controls • Full manual override controls via HMI • Speed – 45-60 seconds per wall layer

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2016 Triad exterior and interior wall panel lines with conveyors and terminal stations. Builds 2×4 and 2×6 walls up to 16’ in length with wall heights from 6’-9” to 10’-2” and includes Component Nailer model FTN and panel lift model XPL1000: Exterior line includes (2) sets of Rough Opening Assembly tables model RO-CAT, framing table model Gen II with manual nail-gun tool dollies each side & stud locators at 16” and 24” o.c., squaring and sheathing table model Gen II with staple & routing combo bridge & side shift for seams @ 3” & 6” o.c. fasteners, top & bottom plate gun mounts for 6” o.c. fasteners, auto stop & tilt features, (3) 10 ft skatewheel conveyors, (4) 20 ft x 36″ roller conveyors and (4) powered infeed conveyors with chain track.

Interior line includes Rough Opening Assembly table model RO-CAT, framing table model Diamond Quad with manual nail-gun tool dollies each side, pop-up rollers & stud locators at 16” and 24” o.c., (2) 10 ft skatewheel conveyors, (4) 20 ft x 36″ roller conveyors.

System sold for over $223,000 new. Sold as one system only. 110 volt, 1 phase electrical required. 100 PSI air required.

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Your Table, Automated All WizardPDS® Perimeter Definition Systems are 100% Automated with NO manual jigging and include patented 2-pins per per channel, open channel design and near-ZERO setup time. WizardPDS® ChannelS® will retrofit ANY table.

Add as much, or as little, WizardPDS® automation you need. The entire table line, or a 40’ section to capture the bulk of your schedule – in fact, with the time-intensive setups dedicated to your WizardPDS® automation, your manual table is now free to maximize its potential with longer runs and basic truss geometry.

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50' Running Gear • Used to move completed trusses from inside building to outside yard • 50' Long x 10' Wide • Axle to Axle is 30' $4,950 FOB OH Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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1995 Pines 45' Chip Trailer Modified by LMI TENN 8" Floor Cross Members Reinforced Roof 22.5 Tubeless Tires Sliding Tandem Axle (for weight distribution) (FOB PA) $9,900 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2000 Wilson 48' Drop Deck Trailer • Tandem Spread Axle • Air Ride Suspension • Tires & Brakes are Good $14,500 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2003 JDH TRUSSMASTER SIDEOFFLOADING TRUSS TRAILER 10,000 Lb Tandem Axles (Dual Wheels).

26,000 GVWR. Deliver Trusses Vertically.

Stretch from 18' to 38'. Raise Loads Hydraulically. Air Brakes. $6,900 FOB CA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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1987 CITY 48' FLATBED TRAILER • Tandem Spread Axle • Air Ride Suspension • Tires & Brakes are Good • Headache Rack $9,500 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1995 FREIGHTLINER FLD120 TRUCK • 243,013 Miles • Caterpillar Diesel Engine • 10 Speed Manual Transmission • Air Ride Suspension • Tires & Brakes are Good • Sleeper Cab $16,900 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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The Dedication of Cheryl Shepard

By Joe Kannapell

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he late Cheryl Shepard, with the support of Rob and Gene Frogale, proved that wall panels could be successful on their own merit, unaccompanied by trusses. Her hard work and dedication went a long way toward disproving the long-held belief that trusses were the key moneymaker. Amazingly she and the Frogales started out from scratch, and over 30 years together created a thriving, successful component business.

Rob and Gene got involved in our business because their builder customers asked them to, not because they had any component-related expertise. They had dealt with finished carpentry, not rough framing, at their well-established Annandale Millwork business. They perceived that building wall panels had to be easier than the intricate, high-end cabinetry and millwork that they had supplied for the likes of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in DC. While undoubtedly true in the shop, they quickly found that the devil was in the detail in the design office, and they struggled to find experienced panel designers.

Cheryl Shepard March 26, 1970 – January 4, 2022

So, Rob and Gene gambled their business on a bright, but totally inexperienced, assistant receptionist named Cheryl Stanton, not long out of a small-town high school. Cheryl immediately dedicated herself to the design task like she had dedicated herself to her Church ministry as a teenager. She put her sharp mind to work learning construction details, mastering wall panel software, and setting up builder defaults.

As Cheryl began to master her job, Rob Frogale hired a young architect, Mike Shepard, to work with her. As their skills and interests seem to converge, it soon became clear that they were meant for each other. Mike felt that it would be prudent if they didn’t work together, so he left Annandale to work at another component company.

However, their relationship continued to blossom, they got married, and were blessed with three wonderful children, Emerson, Locke, and Arielle.

In 1995, having benefitted from Cheryl’s expertise, the Frogales were ready to expand their component business. They purchased a small truss manufacturer nearby, quickly outgrew that facility, and then constructed a large building supply complex. By then Cheryl was directing design and coordinating communications with some of the largest and most demanding home builders in the highly sophisticated DC Metro Region.

Throughout her 30-year distinguished career, facing increasingly challenging work, Cheryl was always ready to go the extra mile, and she did it cheerfully and with the utmost dedication. She was devoted to her family but was also literally married to our business. Although she was taken from us far too soon by cancer, her legacy will be treasured by family, friends and all associated with Annandale Millwork/Allied Systems.

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

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2006 A-NU-PROSPECT Step Deck Roller Trailer 40'-0" Lower Deck, 12'-6" Upper Deck Hydraulic Tilt on Lower Deck Lower Deck has 3 Split Load Lifts Roller Locks (upper & lower decks) GVWR: 37,000 KG (81,400 LB) Air Ride Suspension Tires & Brakes are Good Winches & Straps Price in US Dollars $30,000 NOW $25,500 FOB ON Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

EMSI Teeter Cart Width - 46" / Length - 72" / Load Capacity - 3000 pounds / Pneumatic tires - 14.5 inch / Maximum utility in truss plants, panel plants and lumber yards / Quick assembly by bolting parts together / All hardware is supplied / Upright 2 x 4's not supplied.

Medium duty tires rated at 1500 lbs each are included.

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Used (mix of 2013 & 2014) SL-Lasers, model PD-6, green laser system.

Six head system with PC in stand-alone enclosure & two spare heads that need diodes and galvos.

(Parts are available for this model by OEM at an additional cost.) Lasers project roof truss, floor truss and wall panel design images accurately onto building surface, for faster setup and fabrication times.

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2014 PRECISION EQUIPMENT 36' GOOSENECK ROLL-OFF TRAILER • 10,000 Lb Tandem Axles with Dual Wheels • Self Contained Hydraulic Lift • Manual Pin Locks on Rollers (needs repair) • Two Gooseneck Rollers • Some of the roller bearings need replaced • Winches & Load Straps • Air Ride with Self Contained Pump (air bags need replaced) • Electric Brakes • Tires are 50% $22,900 NOW $21,750 FOB WI Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Monet DeSauw 5 Chain Live Deck • Heavy Duty 5 Chain Lumber Feed System • 16' Wide x 20' Long Auto Feed (Photo Eye) or Manual Feed (Foot Pedal) Control • Available Late May $14,900 FOB MO Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

model PD-6, green laser system. Three head system with PC in stand-alone enclosure & one spare head that need diodes and galvos. (Parts are available for this model by OEM at an additional cost.) Lasers project roof truss, floor truss and wall panel design images accurately onto building surface, for faster setup and fabrication times.

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Building Transformative Supply Chain Management Relationships

By Thomas McAnally

am, or was, an off-site construction manufacturing turnaround guy. I believe in Lean and 6-Sigma in concept, but I also know that implementing them within a company is hard. Not allowing people to slip back into their old ways is even harder. Many programs go by the wayside once management gets distracted by other priorities.

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To anyone who has grappled with this issue, I have to recommend a really great read: “How Much is the Milk.” It grabbed my attention and I couldn’t put it down, especially because it spoke to my heart as a builder.

“How Much is the Milk,” or “The Milk” as author Ken Pinto calls it, gives you the tools you need to implement and maintain bottom-line-changing programs that not only address the builder’s bottom line but can also help you build bridges with your suppliers and subcontractors that provide real advantages to everyone involved.

Telling his story as a Supply Chain Manager for several large Production Builders, Ken shares his transformative secrets to pile on profits while building a supply chain team from builder, to contractor, to sub-contractor, and even with distributors and manufacturers. I found myself cheering him on as I read about how he “found” new ideas to lower costs across the board, thereby lowering the cost of homes to help more people participate in the home buying process. In his role as the Change Maker, he unearths causes that cost everyone more money, waste that most people had accepted as standard, and how to turn adversarial relationships that cost everyone money into collaborative efforts, transforming individual strengths into one team effort.

One of the first topics he explored was how relying on three all-inclusive or “lump sum” bids, the standard for construction for many years, was a flawed process. His take was completely different and he clearly and concisely demonstrated why the three bid and picking the lowest bidder was at best a win-lose, and toss a coin to know which side of the equation you were on. Many times, the low-bid subcontractor missed items, accidentally or on purpose, only to add them back in a change order that was priced at a much higher margin. Ken explained how that by changing the bidding structure to a unit-priced format, separating labor and materials, he was able to look at costs, volumes, and labor rates. His goal was not to beat down prices as much as find waste and errors that cost both parties money. His goal was to help each segment of the “Team” identify waste and errors to improve everyone’s understanding about cost.

I have actually counted the number of fasteners to install a typical window in our stock classrooms or office trailers, so reading how Ken physically measured all of the drywall in a model to compare against unit price bids was a deja vu moment for me. In his case, he discussed (note I didn’t say confronted) PHONE: 800-289-5627

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what he found with the subcontractor, only to have the sub admit he was in error. That process, knowing the unit cost and volume, empowered Ken to expand his efforts to all trades. Some he found were already as accurate as possible, but many either over-estimated or under-estimated materials and as a result labor too.

In his drywall segment, he realized a $4,000 per home savings. Not only was the sub over on materials, but his labor was based on the bid square footage.

“How Much is the Milk” goes into how Ken discovered many of the methods he used to cut costs.

He asked suppliers and subcontractors what he did as a customer that was inefficient and wasted their time and money, and discovered many ways to make doing business with each level of the team better. It could be something as small as asking subs what his company could do better to make their job easier, to working with manufacturers to resolve concerns about giving deep discounts, in lieu of the industry standard rebate programs. Ken’s discoveries and hard work built relationships with manufacturers that had never been considered. An example was stucco. If you buy enough, the price is great. But manufacturers are reluctant to give the lowest price to you when that price can be misused by the distributor. Their solution was an industry first: custom branding. That put the lowest priced stucco in a bag that had the builder’s name on it. As a side note, Ken thought it was amusing to think of a bag of stucco with their company’s name on it turning up at a competitor’s site. After all, subcontractors work for multiple builders. Ken’s book shows exactly how he developed, perfected, and implemented each of his strategies. He goes into how to approach your company’s management team as well as discussing ideas with subcontractors, distributors, and manufacturers.

Ken thinks outside of the box, like wondering how profitable it is for a half-empty truck to deliver drywall, electrical, or tile and then building strategic partnerships between suppliers to almost always have full trucks making deliveries and having materials on site exactly as needed. He covers Builder Owned materials, the pitfalls and profits, risks and rewards. He goes into detail on how to work with suppliers to have materials stored on site and restocked without having to maintain a burdensome inventory system.

He shows how doors, windows, paint, stucco, and some fixtures can be Builder Direct purchases, with the savings, logistics, and how to solve the eventual problems that come up.

“How Much is the Milk” covers his entire career, strategies, processes, and results. He tells the good, bad, and the difficult, but most especially he provides a road map for anyone in construction who wants to undertake any or all of his processes. It tells not only how to work with suppliers and subcontractors, but how to work internally to build a companywide culture of innovation and teamwork. Yes, you’ll find out why the book has that title. It’s a great read!

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New Hain Company Micro Mini Measuring System Video Here $3,499 FOB CA Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Hain 20' Powered Measuring System Adapts to Any Saw. Left or Right Hand Operation. Feet & Inches System (Stops at 12” Centers) or Inches System (Stops at 10” Centers). Motor: 1/4 HP Linear Actuator (110 Volt). Stop Rail: 2 x 4 x 1/4” Aluminum Extrusion. Stops: Jig Bored Steel. Stop Blocks: Machine Billet Aluminum. Optional Lengths from 5’ to 60’. Optional Gang Stop.

Add $890 per 10’ Section of Heavy Duty Roller Conveyor with Stands $7,890 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

NEW! Terminailer XP Price: $209,000 FOB: MN Don’t just do it, nail it. It’s a brand new day in wall-panel production, with a whole new way of doing things better.

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

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

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

NEW GALVANIZED STEEL STRAPPING 1 1/4" wide x .035 thick. $69 $59 per coil. $1,449 $1,155 per skid (21 coils). FOB PA. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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

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2748 27" x 48" Series "B" & "C" 2500 3248 32" x 48" Series "B" & "C" 2500 3260 32" x 60" Series "B" & "C" 2800 3660 36" x 60" Series "B" & "C" 2800 3672 36" x 72" Series "B" 4000 4072 40" x 72" Series "B" 4000 3696 36" x 96" Series "B" 4000 4896 48" x 96" Series "B" 4000 *Other models and sizes are available on request. FOB NC. Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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

New Handle Bar Router Porter Cable Model 7519 Production Router Motor with Soft Start. Steel Handle Bar Frame with Makita Switches. 120 Volt / 1 Phase / 15 Amp / 21,000 RPM. Includes 2 Router Bits. $2,900 FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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Quincy 15 HP Reciprocating Compressor with Tank Q u i n c y Q T- 1 5 s p l a s h l u b r i c a t e d , reciprocating compressor with 120 gallon tank.15HP motor supplies a manufacturer stated 52.5 CFM at 175 PSI. 230v, 3 phase electrical. $2,990 FOB IN Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Used 2015 Woodrunner Lumber Retrieval System The WoodRunner WR-2 lumber retrieval system seeks and retrieves the exact boards needed to cut. The core of the system is a trolley with an automated picking head. The trolley moves back and forth on a runway truss positioned over lumber carts while the picking head’s laser scans below. After locating the specific piece of lumber needed, the picking head uses a powerful vacuum to hold the board while moving it to the infeed deck.

National Crane 680-HTM Tractor Mount, Freightliner 114SD • • • • 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 surface, for faster setup and fabrication times. Each laser head provides 21' projection length (@15 foot ceiling heights).

Includes system computer, cables, mounting hardware for attachment to customer's structure, factory installation, training and choice of green or red laser. Works with each connector plate manufacturer's design software. Modular nature of the laser heads allows for easy, future expansion of system length. 120 volt, 1 phase. FOB NC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

20 ton capacity 80’ boom – 90’ tip height Out and down outriggers Single front outrigger for 360 degree stability • Continuous rotation • Adjustable swing speed control

• Detroit DD13 engine - 12.8L, 435hp • Eaton Fuller RTLO-16913A 13 speed transmission • Fontaine air slide 5th wheel • 150 gallon fuel tank • New & Used Available

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Virtek LPS-6R, 3-Head System 2003 Virtek, 3-head system, model LPS-6R, includes PC with monitor and keyboard, PC enclosure, two LPS-6R heads for parts and all available power cords. Projection area of 14′ x 20′ with proper mounting height over work area. Red laser projection. 110 volt, 1 phase electrical. $9,890 FOB OK Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

Generation 3, Used 2018 Triad Framing Table The Generation 3 Framing Table has adjustable 20’ long walls, with wall heights from 6’9” to 14’3”. Studs are placed between color-coded stud locators. With just a push of a button, the width adjustment clamp is activated to clamp and square all components. The Generation 3 Framer features a wider table top, designed with the framer in mind. Our new Anti-Slip Surface that allows the operator to work on a comfortable and safe surface.

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MSR Workshop Sessions Deliver Value for All in Supply Chain By the MSR Lumber Producers Council rom its inception, the MSR Workshop has brought together members of the entire lumber supply chain, from production and grading to sales and distribution to end users. Each year, that tradition inspires a great variety of educational topics and a unique opportunity for participants to gain a broader perspective on the MSR market and opportunities for growth.

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“I have found the workshops to be valuable for the purposes of education, networking, and applicable tours,” says Sean Kelly, owner of Automated Products Inc. “It is a very relaxed environment that has proven to be a good tool in helping me manage my business.”

John Bryant, a lumber buyer at Stark Forest Products, calls the MSR Workshop an invaluable resource. “From powerful and informative sessions to strengthening key relationships, I believe the information and contacts gleaned from those few days has helped improve my knowledge and network in the MSR segment of the business,” says John. “If you are a manufacturer, buyer, or user of MSR products, this is the can’t-miss event of the year.”

On April 27–29, the 2022 Workshop in Salt Lake City will once again deliver a lineup of educational sessions tailored to what attendees do every day: A Technical Perspective on MSR & MEL Linda Brown of the Southern Pine Inspection Bureau will provide a valuable overview of how machine graded lumber is produced, including information on lumber grading, the difference between visual and machine grading, and the advantages of using MSR/MEL. She will also discuss design values and how engineers design with wood.

Analyzing the True Cost of Lumber Culling Dennis Westhoff of Lumber Specialties-US LBM LLC will provide a component manufacturer’s viewpoint on the importance of understanding all of the costs associated with using different types of lumber – and the potential savings to be realized with MSR. Shifting Dynamics of N. American Lumber Markets Would you like to have a stronger grasp of the lumber markets that affect your business every day? Francois Robichaud of Forest Economic Advisors (FEA) will take a closer look at consolidation within the industry and consider the vision for the future. Specifically, he will discuss the growth of the Southern Pine industry and the impact of European wood on the market.

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What Lumber Should I Be Using?

Brandon Condratow and Tony Bruzzese from Canadian Engineered Wood Products will help you gain a better understanding of what MSR grades and lengths to inventory (spoiler alert: Less is more!). They will cover how to interchange MSR grades and species to maximize flexibility in your operations.

Summarizing the Effects of COVID on the Lumber Industry

The classroom-style format and industry-specific educational topics keep the sessions focused and informative, allowing time and space for questions and input from the group.

Canfor’s Director of Market Intelligence, Chris Leftis, will reflect on past pandemics and their effects on lumber pricing, examine housing affordability trends, and consider the list of current pandemic supply disruptions, including labor markets, absenteeism, and curtailments. He will conclude with a look forward as the industry navigates out of the pandemic and faces new challenges.

Analyzing Trends in the 2021 MSR Production Survey Since the MSR Lumber Producers Council began tracking the progress of the Machine Stress Rated lumber industry in 1994, this annual production survey has been a tool for monitoring the progress of the industry in North America and promoting the use of MSR lumber worldwide. Join FEA’s Francois Robichaud for a deep dive into the most recent MSR Production Survey.

Softwood Lumber Agreement Update This session will bring the group up to speed on the ongoing issues regarding softwood lumber. The session will include an overview of the history of the trade dispute and an update on admin reviews and other current activities relevant to the SLA. “Each MSR Workshop I have attended has increased my knowledge and awareness of many lumber industry topics,” says Greg Martin, Mill Sales Manager at Vaagen Brothers Lumber/Wildwood Trading Group. “The seminars cover a variety of issues, from labor to allowable harvest to trucking, and more. I really enjoy the roundtable format, which allows all attendees to actively discuss topics from their perspective. Out of all of the events and shows I attend, the MSR Workshop is always the most bang for the buck.”

There is still room for you to join us at the 2022 MSR Workshop in Salt Lake City! Register here.

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This year’s workshop will include a tour of Burton Lumber’s Salt Lake City lumberyard, which is also home to their corporate offices and main distribution center for their seven other full service lumberyards throughout Utah. The 90-minute tour of the 200,000 square foot facility will include a look at their northern truss plant, custom door manufacturing facility, and prehung door shop.

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Vekta‘s Interior and Exterior StakPros are designed to increase your production and improve safety. Why have many hands lifting trusses when one operator can do the job by using only a remote control!

Vekta‘s Interior StakPro is designed to suit your truss jig system. With heavy duty caster wheels and a guided rail mount you can put the StakPro where you need it! The Exterior StakPro has adjustable feet allowing the machine to adapt to your site and manufacturing processes.

With the PRESS of a button the StakPro will LIFT the finished truss out of the jig and STACK it on a trolley. Clever!

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The Ranger Retrieval System is built to order in lengths from 30-130 ft (9-40m), and can feed 1 or 2 linear saws.

Every plant layout is unique. That’s why every Ranger Retrieval System is built to order, sized for your operation, and matched to your choice of linear saw.

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Housing Affordability Inflection Point

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Zillow reports that the number of multigenerational family households has quadrupled since 1971. 18% of Americans now live in multigenerational housing and housing supply is at an all-time low. Families are moving back in with relatives due to increased housing costs.

Current housing strength has been supported by millennials, “the wealthy generation.” There is an inflection point where the number of “cannot have’s” reduces housing demand to a point that is less than capacity.

What does this tidbit mean? For some, housing has always been, and will be, unaffordable. Income inequality and core inflation make that chasm between the “can have’s” and “cannot have’s” ever wider. We are losing the “housing-for-all” quest and have been for half a century, not just a decade. Statistically, there is some percentage of the population that will never own or rent a home, and another percentage that will always need government-subsidized housing just to meet minimum comfort and safety needs.

Times of economic prosperity allow for middle to upper class to improve their housing hand.

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Se usan líquidos inflamables en muchos lugares de trabajo. Éstos pueden abarcar desde líquidos para limpieza, pinturas y gasolina, hasta líquidos más volátiles y peligrosos. Si se recuerdan algunas reglas sencillas, de sentido común, al manejar y almacenar líquidos inflamables, se pueden evitar lesiones a su persona y a sus compañeros de trabajo, así Flammable liquids are used in many workplaces. They may range como evitar incendios en el sitio de trabajo. from cleaning fluids, paints, and gasoline to some more volatile and Los líquidos inflamables en sí no arden, pero según se evapora dangerous liquids. If you remember a few simple, common sense rules when handling or storing flammable liquids, you can help prevent injury el líquido, emite vapores que, al mezclarse con el aire, forman gases to yourself and your coworkers or prevent your jobsite from going up peligrosos que pueden incendiarse con sólo una pequeña chispa. La gasolina, por ejemplo, se evapora a temperaturas tan bajas como 45 in flames. grados Fahrenheit bajo cero. Según aumenta la temperatura, la tasa Flammable liquids themselves will not burn, but as the liquid de evaporación aumenta y se emiten más y más vapores. Los vapores evaporates, it gives off vapors that mix with the air to form dangerous generalmente son más pesados que el aire y por lo tanto se acumulan gases that can be set off by a small spark. Gasoline, for example, en las áreas más bajas que puedan alcanzar. Sin una buena ventilación evaporates at temperatures as low as 45 degrees Fahrenheit below zero. para disiparlos, una pequeña chispa puede causar un desastre enorme.

As the temperature rises, the rate of Se debe leer con cuidado las etiquetas que evaporation increases and more and los fabricantes colocan sobre los recipientes que more vapors are given off. Vapors are contienen líquidos inflamables antes de usarlos o usually heavier than air so they collect in almacenarlos.

Se debe tener orden y limpieza en las the lowest areas they can reach. Without áreas de almacenaje de líquidos inflamables. Limpie good ventilation to dissipate them, a inmediatamente cualquier derrame y coloque los small spark can set off a big disaster. paños usados en la limpieza dentro de un recipiente Carefully read the manufacturer’s metálico cerrado con ventilación por abajo. Use sólo label on the container of any flammable recipientes metálicos de seguridad aprobados, o el liquid before storing or using it. Practice recipiente del fabricante original para almacenar good housekeeping in flammable líquidos inflamables. Mantenga los recipientes liquid storage areas. Clean up spills cerrados cuando no estén en uso; almacénelos immediately then place the cleanup alejados de salidas y pasillos. rags in a closed, bottom ventilated, No confíe en su olfato para determinar que un metal container. Only use approved área o recipiente está libre de vapores. No todos los metal safety containers or the original líquidos inflamables emiten gases con olor. Algunos manufacturer’s container to store vapores también son venenosos, además de ser flammable liquids. Keep the containers inflamables. Use líquidos inflamables sólo donde se closed when not in use; stored away cuente con una ventilación adecuada. from exits or passageways.

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Tenga cuidado de no derramarse líquidos inflamables sobre su persona o su ropa. Éstos pueden ocasionar irritación dolorosa de la piel o incendiar la ropa envolviendo a la persona en llamas. Si se derrama un líquido inflamable sobre Be careful not to get a flammable liquid on you or your clothing. It su persona, láveselo de inmediato, o cámbiese de ropa lo más could cause painful skin irritation or ignite your clothing and envelop you in flames. If you get it on you, wash it off or change your clothes rápidamente posible.

Don’t trust your nose to tell you whether an area or container is vapor free. Not all dangerous liquids give off vapors you can smell. Some vapors are poisonous as well as flammable. Use flammable liquids only where there is plenty of ventilation.

as soon as you can.

Keep flammable liquids away from any open flame or spark and never smoke where flammable liquids are present. Treat flammable liquids with respect and follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for their use.

Mantenga los líquidos inflamables alejados de llamas y chispas, y nunca fume en áreas donde hay líquidos inflamables presentes. Trate los líquidos inflamables con respeto y observe todas las recomendaciones de los fabricantes en sus usos.

Please be sure to fill out all safety logs, annual reports, and insurance compliance reporting.

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The Skilled Labor Shortage is Pushing Building Industries Toward a Tipping Point

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ven before the coronavirus pushed it into the stratosphere – setting record new highs – the housing market was experiencing one of the largest booms in the country’s history. From 2012 until the start of

By Bill Darcy, the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. housing market had risen more than 50%, Chief Executive Office, continuing to drive up the values of homes across the country. Furthermore, it National Kitchen & Bath is not only the housing market that is experiencing unprecedented growth, but Association also the renovation and remodeling market. Due to pent-up demand, there is a shift towards bigger, more expensive and professional-heavy interior remodels and total spending is forecast to increase 19% in 2021: from $141 billion to $167 billion.

While industries related to housing are currently booming as a result, there are underlying issues that will begin to impact the viability of the industry’s ability to sustain long-term growth – the most critical of which being labor. While labor shortages are not a new phenomenon nor is it contained strictly to the trade community, it is clear from ongoing labor reports that there is a need across many sectors.

Given the fact that nearly every area of the economy is facing this challenge, competition will only increase when various industries all try to recruit and retain the same talent. With more tradespeople retiring than are entering, industries requiring skilled labor are at a crossroads, running the risk of not being able to attract enough talent to keep up with the growing demand for services. Therefore, from construction to remodeling, plumbing to electric, industries across the spectrum must come together to assess the problem, develop coordinated strategies and implement grassroots efforts to stop the negative momentum and resuscitate good-paying trade careers within the United States.

The Health of Building Industries Affects the Overall Economy A shortage of skilled building trade professionals has a broader impact on the health of the economy and the housing market. For example, without skilled tradesmen, new home builds and interior remodels are going to take longer to complete. According to the latest Kitchen and Bath Market Outlook from NKBA, new housing starts from H2 2020 are only now beginning to turn into kitchen and bath orders. While this is contributing to third quarter growth within the Kitchen and Bath industry, the lack of labor will continue to impact capacity and keep new home construction completion times closer to 12 months, rather than the traditional 5–11 months, resulting in lower inventories and higher housing prices.

Additionally, as interest rates are plummeting, more institutional investors are entering the single-family rental arena and with families leaving crowded cities, the market is falling into an uneven level of supply and demand – pushing the prices of homes higher and pricing out many Americans along the way. With communities across the U.S. already facing a housing affordability crisis, unless the building industries increase the availability of homes to balance supply and demand, some consumers will continue to get squeezed out of the market.

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To have the capacity to increase housing supply once other headwinds normalize, industries from construction to renovations and remodeling will need to expand their skilled workforces exponentially.

Attracting Talent Requires Awareness, Opportunity, and Collaboration One of the greatest problems in the recruitment of the younger generations toward careers in the building trades can be boiled down to a lack of awareness, education, and opportunity. The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) recently surveyed 54 high school students about careers in the skilled trades and found a stigma associated with the occupations among the younger population. Physically intensive work, low pay, and hazardous conditions were among the most common concerns with students who participated in the survey, illustrating the mental barrier that exists when it comes to considering these well-paying jobs as a potential career. On the bright side, about half of the students surveyed by NKBA expressed interest in at least one trade career, signaling a potential willing generation that simply lacks the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to take advantage of these stable and in-demand careers.

This unfounded stigma is due in part to the fact that, for decades, grade-school students were and still are being pushed exclusively towards a college-only career path. However, with ever rising costs and life-altering amounts of student loans, more high school graduates would benefit from alternative pathways to joining the workforce, especially when those pathways lead to skilled, high-demand careers that pay more than just a living wage.

To achieve this, collaboration across industries is vital in educating youths from all walks of life. For example, the Skilled Labor Fund is a massive partnership between NKBA, National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), and the National Housing Endowment, with the sole focus on addressing the shortage of skilled labor entering the residential construction industry.

In addition to more awareness and education, programs that offer hands-on experience will be critical in turning the labor shortage tide. In January of 2020, NKBA launched its NextUp initiative, a program designed to reach out to high and middle school aged students to not only educate them on the different careers within the industry, but also expose them to hands on experience at a young age. The program also supports interested students by providing transportation to showcase locations to meet with industry professionals while connecting them with mentorship, internship, and apprenticeship opportunities.

With the labor shortage reaching a potentially critical level as skilled tradespeople retire at a 5 to 1 ratio to new labor entering the field, the time to act is now. Through programs such as NextUp and the Skilled Labor Fund, the industry can capitalize on a growing movement among young people who are facing rising tuition costs and an uncertain career future via the college path and encourage them to consider the skilled trades as an alternative trajectory to success and financial stability. If the problem does not get solved, it will have rippling consequences across the economy and housing market that we will feel as a country for generations.

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Fair, honest, and customer service oriented. Scored 98

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Columbia, Ontario 8 Years' experience as a wall Past: Established and maintained panel designer. Uses HSB CAD, remote design office. Assisted AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit. in adding 2 million dollars to Everything from Single family operation along with a sales custom to multifamily and representative.

Managed all modular. communication with main office.

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ID: C10968 Senior Designer - Truss / Part Time Relocation: Florida, Alabama Candidate desires to use his career long industry experience to be the best Part Time Remote Designer you have. Prior truss plant owner for 10 years, strong production and operations management background, and JobLine Senior Designer rating in truss design using MiTek software. Also has FASTBeam experience. Products: floor & roof trusses. Markets: Single family custom, multi family, tract and light commercial.

Was successful in creating strong teams in production, design and customer service, but the local economy and overwhelming competition was more than he could overcome from a small plant perspective. Degree: BSEE PHONE: 800-289-5627

Designed all components for local area.

Looking for a position suited for a self-motivated person with a very knowledgeable background in component and housing design industry. Enthusiastic about working for a professional, well organized and establish environment that will allow someone to achieve their fullest potential while adding efficiency and profitability to the operation.

Scored above average using only a Construction Master Calculator.

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MiTek, AutoCAD, iLevel, almost considered a senior designer. In addition to design, was responsible for training new designers. Also has iLevel, Open Joist 2000 experience. Wall panel design experience is in AutoCAD and later in Sapphire. Started in the industry in sales, then wall panel design, added truss, and I-Joist. 7 years' experience in truss design, 3 in wall panel, 10 in I-Joist design. Will consider relocation to indicated areas only. Will consider remote. $26-28 hr.

ID: C18456 Plant/Location/Production Manager - Truss & Panel Relocation: USA - Eastern Exceptionally dedicated and highly motivated Plant and Production Manager offering a 30-year background in leadership, oversight, and development of high productive environments through coaching and development strategies maximizing profitability, optimizing output, and minimizing operating costs.

ID: C18449 Estimator | Designer - Truss, Panel | Prior carpenter Relocation: Ohio, Pennsylvania Prepare and distribute estimates to competing bidders. Calculate labor, time, and material estimated per individual job. Read, analyze, and interpret residential and commercial blueprints. Ensure projects meet the proper building codes and standards for the industry. Communicate with prospective bidders both over the phone and in person. Design and engineer roof trusses, floor trusses, pre-fabricated wall panels, and EWP. Gained first-hand experience setting trusses in the field during prior construction job.

Design roof systems to be most efficient and inexpensive when being constructed in the field.

Design complete models in MiTek Sapphire. Design and engineer roof trusses and transfer loads throughout the structure as need.

Also design and engineer beams and hangers when necessary.

ID: C12414 Truss Designer | Wall Panel Designer | All Hats Past framer, framing contractor Relocation: Arizona with 14 years' experience in truss Engineered panel and truss and wall panel manufacturing. design, developed material take off for turnkey build up, worked in MBA, retired veteran. coordination with multiple plants and design teams, worked closely ID: C18387 with material suppliers on take Division Manager, VP offs and estimating.

Operations, President - Truss | Panel | Building Materials | Pro I've worked for decades in Dealer the construction industry. Not Relocation: Arizona, Colorado, only in new construction, but Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, additions and remodels as well Maryland, Texas, USA - South, using innovative designs for Virginia, Washington DC, added value and to drive down Wisconsin cost. In addition to experience Executive level manager, VP, with MiTek, Wallbuilder and President with $1+B P&L other design software packages, responsibility. Lumber, building I have extensive manual trig/ materials, trusses, wall panels, math skills. I use these to back and CFS background. Inquire to check questionable loads as well discuss this candidate. to design from scratch in the field when needed. I have also written tutorials for the training of others

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ID: C11636 General Manager - Truss Relocation: USA - ALL States, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Conneticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, USA - Eastern, USA - Northwest, USA - South, USA - Southwest, USA - Western, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming 20+ Years truss industry experience from Design Manager to Owner/GM of a $7M truss manufacturing company. Turned a plant hemorrhaging money into an extremely profitable facility, earning an 51% ownership stake in the company. I managed all aspects of the company from production and admin to Human Resources, design, and sales.

P&L responsible for the financial management of lines of credit, accounting, and analysis. Worked directly with major accounts, trained and supported sales manager and staff. Developed market focus and worked closely with sales manager to support technical and design areas of expertise.

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inventory lean but available.

Developed LEAN procedures that minimized labor steps, eliminated duplication between stations, and made sure that safety procedures and reporting requirement were maintained. Overall, I had a hands on role in all areas of the company to make sure it operated efficiently and very profitably.

Market conditions and competition from larger competitors ultimately required us to close the company.

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Compensation: $120k+ ID: C18430 Truss Designer | Remote Truss Designer Relocation: USA - South, USA Southwest, USA - ALL States Extensive experience in truss estimating and design. Proficient in designing roof and floor trusses for a variety of projects including: custom homes, track homes, multi-family, mega-multifamily, and light commercial projects.

I always get everyone involved with the project like architect, engineers, homeowners, and sales personnel Many times I go to the job site for the convenience of the framer and see what kind of condition or changes they might have; this way we will be working on the same page. Also included in my experience is purchasing material, negotiating contracts, setting up deliveries, steel and cmu detailing for steel columns and beams, with almost 25 years of experience in the construction business. MiTek Sapphire.

ID: C18357 Division/Regional Manager, Multiplant Operations Manager - Components & Lumber to Site | Mega Multifamily.

Relocation: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, USA - South, Virginia, Arizona, Colorado Oversaw Operations of multiple Component Facilities with annual Sales exceeding $100MM. Assisted with the start-up of three Facilities. Reviewed financial statements, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.

ID: C10897 Established and implemented departmental policies, goals, Design Manager/Senior objectives, and procedures, Designer/PE/Optimizer - Truss/ conferred with organization Panel/EWP officials, and staff members as Relocation: North Carolina necessary.

30 year industry veteran, started as a Truss Designer, earned his ID: C10853 way to Design Manager over 20+ Remote Design Manager | designers. MiTek - Advanced, Remote Offshore Design Project AutoCAD proficient. BSCE - PE. Manager Relocation: Texas Compensation: Open??

Top level Engineering/Design Management candidate, 14+- Thom's Notes: PE with Mid years experience Truss, 4+- Panel Atlantic seals experience.

Has experience building and integrating offshore ID: C14510 design resources with internal Remote Truss Designer design departments and training Relocation: Florida design managers to better utilize 20+ Years' experience in truss offshore capabilities.

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Scored Senior Designer on JobLine's Design Skills Evaluation, representing the best 5 % of Truss Designers nationwide.

Has extensive remote and in office management experience but is looking to step back and focus on design and manage personal results.

Compensation: $30-32 an hour, depending on opportunity, benefits, and job expectations.

Not looking to work 50-60 hour a week all year, but will consider high hours on a seasonal basis.

Remote only.

ID: C18420 Senior CFS Truss Designer/ Detailer | Wood Senior MegaMultifamily Truss Designer | Design Manager | Checker | Remote or In Office Relocation: Florida Currently CFS truss design, but has wood experience. Scored Senior Designer in the JobLine Truss Design Skills Evaluation,

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multi-family construction industry for 25 yrs. I started as a framer and have held numerous positions throughout my career. I have held a position as a Division Manager for a Wall Panel Facility that was part of a Building Material Supply Company. In this position, I was responsible for total operation of the division including P&L responsibility. I have also been a Department Manager of a Wall Panel Facility at a second Building Material Supply Company. During We’re here when you need help! my career, I have held positions visit: www.thejobline.com as a Director of Purchasing and email: mail@thejobline.com a Purchasing Manager for Home or call Thomas McAnally Building companies, as well as for Personalized Service an Operations Manager at a Soffit STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL! & Siding installation company. In this position, I was responsible for Available Candidates the day to day operations of the that is primarily wood truss company. focused. Currently an advanced Alpine TrussSteel user, but has ID: C18367 used MiTek in the past. Also has Wall Panel Designer | Remote AutoCAD, Keymark experience.

Wall Panel Designer | MegaProjects include $700k MegaMultifamily Multifamily apartments. Designs/ Relocation: Utah Layout using Alpine, CAD shop Remote wall panel design for drawings, designs connections medium to large scale MF. Remote and hardware, creates department estimating using MiTek Sapphire procedural and standards program, to get a more accurate material trains new designers. count. 100,000 - 500,000 sq ft

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ID: C18278 General Manager | Operations Manager - Truss/Panel Relocation: Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, USA Eastern, Virginia, Florida General Manager over floor and roof truss manufacturing facility producing $15-20M, 110-135 employees. Supply clients in the NC, SC, Eastern TN, and VA markets. Turned around volume, safety, and profitability of a failing plant. 6 Sigma, Lean, BA. ID: C11667 General Manager - Truss/Panel Relocation: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, USA - Eastern, USA - South, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia I have worked in the residential and PHONE: 800-289-5627

MF projects primarily in the New England Market with the panel plant being in New Brunswick.

Also worked on projects in the Arizona, Texas, and California markets.

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

ID: C18365 Intermediate Canadian Remote Truss Designer - Sapphire Relocation: Ontario Remote Truss Designer available..

Currently provides technical support and designs to lumber distributors for roof systems for residential and commercial applications. Provides technical assistance and support to the distribution staff to meet client demands for engineered wood structural applications. Ensures

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that wood truss fabricators, lumber distributors and specifiers have adhered to established building standards, codes and practices.

Maintains extensive knowledge of structural analysis programs such as MiTek SAPPHIRE Structure design software.

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

ID: C18399 Full or Part Time Lumber Buyer/Logistics Relocation: Colorado Personally managed, purchased all lumber products and manage a $100 million spend for this industry leading 6 plant location manufacturer, VMI, contract developer and manager.

Responsible for supply, programs, demand cycles, strategic planning, and purchasing excellence.

Purchased MRO, machines, trucks, assembly lines, buildings and ongoing CAPEX projects. Team member for new construction projects for plants, 3rd party labor.

Products used for construction in North America focused on multifamily engineering products.

Direct mill purchasing from major US/Cano vendors.

ID: C15958 Operations/Plant Manager - Millwork | Doors | Ply | Flooring Relocation: Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, Wyoming 30 years' experience starting in production and advancing to multi-plant operations manager.

Door experience includes managing three Production Managers and five Production

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Supervisors, consisting of 300 hourly employees producing 11,000 doors and 10,000 face frames per day. Responsible for the manufacturing functions of all mill operations, five frame component machining cells, three frame assembly operations, four door component machining cells, three door assembly clamps, three door profiling lines, two wide belt sanding lines and specialty machining and assembly cells.

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

ID: C11638 General Manager/Division Manager - Truss/Panel/EWP/ Lumber Relocation: Colorado, Conneticut, Delaware, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, New Hampshire, Vermont An energetic, out-of-the-box, problem-solving, executive with a science-based holistic approach to manufacturing, building products and other business operations; I am recognized for my vision, business acumen, integrity, work FAX: 800-524-4982

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20+ Years of truss/panel/EWP manufacturing and business management experience.

In 2006 at the height of residential construction distributed $ 24.0 in Lumber, Architectural Millwork and Windows and $ 8.5 M in manufactured wood components.

In this position optimized design and production process, which increased output and reduced labor and material costs. Hired trained and mentored middle management; negotiated union labor contracts. Implemented “Lean and JIT” fabrication procedures; consolidated raw material inventory, implemented batch fabrication process and continuous production flow.

Enhanced scheduling system to accurately track production and achieve on-time delivery, established QC metrics, quality assurance and OSHA-approved safety programs. After 2006, helped company downsize and then worked as a consultant for turn around opportunities.

Computer literate, Alpine and MiTek experience, Microsoft Office.

Plant production, national sales team, licensed engineers, project managers, CAD designers, erection/installation division and office staff. Significantly increased productivity, sales and profit in all areas. Previously founded a wholesale building material company specifically related to engineered lumber, wood trusses, structural steel, turnkey installation and custom Millwork.

Sales in excess of $7 million in less than five years. Successfully negotiated and executed the sale of these companies in 2006.

ID: C11760 Management/Operations/Sales - Building Components, LBM Manufacturing Relocation: USA - ALL States, Arizona, California, Colorado, Alabama, Florida, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, New Hampshire, South Carolina I am an Accomplished Manufacturing and Operations Leader with a history of increasing responsibility.

My proven experience covers contractor building materials and manufacturing to the construction and turnkey fields. I have over 16 years of management and leadership experience, and am seeking a management position with a progressive company that offers advancement commensurate to job performance.

ID: C11370 Production/Plant/General Manager - Truss/Panel/Framing Package Relocation: Texas 20 years' experience.

Started in production, advanced to Saw Supervisor, Production Manager, Plant Manager, now General ID: C11465 Manager. As General Manager Sales/Operations/Management - (2 years) operated a $125M truss Truss/Panel/Building Materials plant. Tripled output and reduced Relocation: USA - ALL States, errors and labor cost. As Plant USA - South Manager (4 years), manage all the 10 years industry experience. operation of the manufacturing Successfully managed operations.

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ethic and capability to cultivate durable professional relationships.

Practitioner of “Lean and JIT” manufacturing principles, setting metrics, improving key performance indicators, reducing costs, expanding production capacity and sales – all improving the bottom line. Skilled in business analysis, strategic planning, market and sales development; ability to drive multi-million dollar growth, institute “Best Practices” for small to medium emerging and expanding companies, managing budgets to $ 30M with full P&L accountability and oversight.

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plant, such as Productivity, logistics, efficiencies, costs.

As Production Manager (12 years), manage all the areas of the manufacturing across the plant. Safety, quality control, efficiencies, HR, etc... Software: MiTek, Word, Excel, OptiFrame.

Products: R & F Truss, Panel, Framing package. Markets: Single Family, Multifamily, Custom Homes. Bilingual English/Spanish spoken and written. Degree in Industrial Engineering.

Compensation: $90's+ ID: C15995 Truss Designer - MiTek Relocation: Florida Truss Designer. Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, and cutting/production documents.

Secondary duties: checking others work. Software used: MiTek and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses and roof trusses. Market experience includes single family, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects. 2 years experience, MiTek software.

ID: C13437 Remote Truss Designer | In Office Truss Designer | Design Manager Relocation: Ohio If it is big, bad, ugly, or worse, I can handle it. I've done layout and profile work in autocad w/ some home brewed scripting, and ArchiCAD. Custom residential, a few track builders that had 3 base models and many options to track, some multi-family, and large commercial projects. Software: MiTek, AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Truswal, Simpson, Eagle and others. Quick to pick up new software.

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

ID: C18310 Truss Designer | Estimator Relocation: Virginia Responsible for project management/design of commercial design -build projects up to $5 million. Directly manage subcontracted architectural, structural, and mechanical designers/ engineers, develop project estimates and designs utilizing Revit software. Work closely with project superintendents providing technical support while delivering projects within budget and on time. Initiate contact with new ID: C11856 clients, answer sales calls, and Designer/Design Manager Truss/Panel/I-Joist/Stairs/EWP develop project criteria. Prior Truss Designer a few years back Relocation: Ohio 18 years Design experience with 2 years MiTek experience.

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ID: C15678 Remote Truss Designer Relocation: Alberta I have 25+ years of roof and floor truss design experience, with the last 3 years working as a remote designer using MiTek software.

I also have experience designing engineered wood beams using various software versions. I have acted as a local Mitek software network administrator, trained junior designers and checked their work. I have extensive design experience in mid to larger size custom homes, Multi-Family, Independent Living and small to large Commercial projects and enjoy the challenges these projects bring.

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performance reviews. 65 workers, worked in wall paneling include $9M year. WTCA quality control a massive wall panel job for the certified.

US (500,000+ SFT) and designed units for a senior complex. In ID: C18277 addition to wall panels...I also add Professional Engineer | in blocking, windows, doors, etc.

Engineering Manager I also do bundling and paperwork Engineered Wood Products, as well.

Components Structural Hardware | Codes & ID: C12220 Compliance Design/Design Manager - Truss/ Relocation: Maryland, Minnesota, EWP/Remote or at Plant North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Relocation: Pennsylvania South Carolina, USA - Eastern, Remote / Satellite Truss Designer Virginia, Washington DC Roof / Floor truss design utilizing Experienced and successful Mitek Sapphire design software. professional engineering manager Project estimating, including roof with over 25 years experience system, floor system, and wall in improving productivity and panels. Responsible for 100% resolving structural problems of quoting and preparations for for engineered wood product production for our #2 and #4 and truss manufacturers and clients. Maintained a database for developing innovative design a major tract builder, producing software programs. Also skilled 5-8 house a week. in building outstanding teams and relationships among sales, Truss & Engineered Wood manufacturing, and engineering Products Design Manager / Sales. stakeholders. Highly educated Oversaw all aspects of Truss with exceptional employment & Engineered Wood Products history & experience. operations and sales. Maintained personal sales accounts, as ID: C18250 well as developed new clients.

Remote Senior Light Gage Steel Customer service from the quote Truss/Panel Designer. stage to production, including Relocation: Texas verifying sight conditions and Top level Light Gage Steel Senior field measuring.

Produced Remote Designer with Truss and production drawings and reviewed Panel and well as metal frame / corrected design staff, MiTek / commercial project experience. Truss Joist software. Responsible Alpine, Truswal and Keymark for maintaining lumber / plate experience. inventory.

ID: C17230 Please inquire if you are interested Remote Wall Panel Designer Sapphire in learning more about this candidate. Use our Contact Us Relocation: Newfoundland page, or if you know me, send an My objective is to be part of a team/company and prove I am email. reliable, show my ability and my willingness to learn! In addition ID: C10789 to being a newer wall panel Production Manager/ designer, I have learned software Supervisor - Truss/Panel Relocation: Minnesota, Iowa, such as Mitek Sapphire, Revit North Dakota, South Dakota, USA 2017, Bluebeam Revu 2016. I have recently done jobs such as - Northwest, Wisconsin 20 years experience. Responsible designing garages and adding on for all aspects of truss and additions to homes. Jobs I have panel production, inventory, PHONE: 800-289-5627

April 2022 #14273 Page #106 In addition to 4 years experience with MiTek truss design software, I have worked in the shop as both a sawyer, and a truss builder, so I have first hand knowledge of how a truss should be designed to save time on the shop end. I also worked in framing and using wall panels.

So I have first hand knowledge of how a house actually goes together in the real world, and how trusses layout on framing.

My long term goal is establish myself as a reliable truss designer, and to that end, grow and advance at the same company, based on proving my ability and reliability.

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ID: C17191 Remote Truss Designer/Part Time Relocation: USA - Northwest My objective is to be a part of a Design Team where I can contribute to the success of the company, and establish a career as a remote truss designer. I love the challenge of tough projects, and consider it my job to complete my assigned work ahead of time, and to the best of my ability. I won't quit before the job is done fully and accurately.

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Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)

By Greg Watson

he term “MMC” may be heard more and more regularly these days, but what does it mean?

Simply described, modern methods of construction centers around off-site construction practices, some of which may be innovative, allowing for mass production in a factory setting.

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As a component manufacturer, you’re probably already producing your products as part of the MMC framework. The following framework was produced by a UK government cross-industry working group developing outputs assisting with the further uptake of MMC in residential developments.

The definition framework identifies the following 7 MMC categories: Category 1 – Pre-Manufacturing – 3D primary structural systems Category 2 – Pre-Manufacturing – 2D primary structural systems Category 3 – Pre-Manufacturing – Non-systemized structural components Category 4 – Pre-Manufacturing – Additive manufacturing Category 5 – Pre-Manufacturing – Non-structural assemblies and sub-assemblies Category 6 – Traditional building product-led site labor reduction/productivity

improvements Category 7 – Site process-led labor reduction/productivity improvements.

Typically, volumetric modular construction would sit in category 1, while panelized components such as wall, floor, and roof panels would sit in category 2.

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Pre-Manufacturing 3D primary structural systems

Pre-Manufacturing 2D primary structural systems

So what are the benefits to the component manufacturer and their clients? Firstly, let’s look at why component manufacturers would want to push forward with this approach. For ease of reference, I’ve bullet-pointed the following section.

Some benefits of MMC applicable for the component manufacturer: •

The ability to produce standardized house types, construction assemblies, and design for manufacturing parameters.

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The ability to procure sustainable products such as PEFC and FSC timbers in line with government and stakeholder targets.

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The implementation of quality management such as ISO 9001 reducing defects, back charges, and claims.

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Semi or full automation in part or all of the manufacturing processes.

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Cost control by designing for manufacturing efficiencies and reducing waste.

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The ability to bid in governmental projects when MMC adoption is a prerequisite.

Some client benefits of off-site timber frame construction compared to traditional site-framed construction are: •

Reduced noise pollution during site assembly.

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Fewer material deliveries and associated road miles – reduction in CO2 emissions.

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Confidence that sustainable products have been used in the construction assemblies.

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Manufacturing in a quality-controlled factory environment – fewer defects.

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Increased speed of build allowing for reduced site labor hours.

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Reduction in site waste.

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Alleviation of skills shortage.

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Reduction in overall costs.

Also, the adoption of MMC in a government housing strategy for future residential developments leaves component manufacturers and their clients in a strong position going forward.

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Furthermore, modern methods of construction will assist in the drive to net-zero carbon by 2050, which will require high-performing and quality homes that are sustainably sourced. With that target, it should be expected that the demand for pre-fabricated timber constructed homes will increase in the coming years.

By promoting the extensive benefits of MMC, component manufacturers can all benefit from its adoption as a building strategy for the long term.

With 18 years in the timber engineering industry, working in the UK, Europe, and North America, Greg Watson currently lives in Scotland and is the Technical Manager at one of the UK’s leading timber frame house manufacturers. He has a passion for large and complex timber structures and seeks to promote timber as a sustainable building material. linkedin.com/in/ gregwatson87

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APRIL 2022 April 5 – 7 April 6 – 7 April 6 – 8 April 7 – 10 April 12 – 14 April 20 – 23 April 21 April 24 – 26 April 25 – 27 April 25 – 28 April 27 – 29

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Understanding Bearing Size at a Wall or Beam

By MiTek Staff

he first thing to consider with bearing sizes is the minimum required by the building codes.

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Per 2018 IRC, International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, Sec. R802.6 – When a ceiling joist is supported directly on wood or metal, the minimum bearing size required is 1-1/2 inches, when supported directly on masonry or concrete then 3 inches is the minimum bearing size.

Per 2018 IBC, International Building Code, Sec. 2308.7.3.1 – When a ceiling joist is supported directly by the top wall plate, wood, the minimum bearing size required is a 1-1/2 inches. At MiTek, it is our opinion that this includes wood trusses.

The next factor to consider is the material used at the bearing. Note there are two members at this location, the truss member and the wall plate. Both members are critical in the calculations for the bearing size needed, although we typically only consider the truss material. The lumber design property used in most applications is the FCꓕ. – Compression Perpendicular to Grain. Example values of FCꓕ include SPF (spruce-pine-fir) – 425 psi (pounds per square inch), DFL (douglas-fir-larch) – 625 psi, HF (hem-fir) – 405 psi, and SP (southern pine) – 565 psi. Note that these values are the typical, and there are grades of material that can have higher values.

To check the reaction capacity of a single ply truss on a 2x4 wall: 𝐵𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐴𝑟𝑒𝑎 = 𝑇𝑟𝑢𝑠𝑠 𝑊𝑖𝑑𝑡ℎ × 𝐵𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑊𝑖𝑑𝑡ℎ = 1.5 𝑖𝑛 × 3.5 𝑖𝑛 = 5.25 𝑖𝑛2 𝑅𝑒𝑎𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝐶𝑎𝑝𝑎𝑐𝑖𝑡𝑦 = FCꓕ × 𝐵𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝐴𝑟𝑒𝑎

𝐹𝑜𝑟 𝑆𝑃𝐹, 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘𝑠 𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑡𝑜 425 𝑝𝑠𝑖 × 5.25 𝑖𝑛2 = 2231 𝑙𝑏𝑠 𝐹𝑜𝑟 𝐷𝐹𝐿 − 625 𝑝𝑠𝑖 × 5.25 𝑖𝑛2 = 3281 𝑙𝑏𝑠 𝐹𝑜𝑟 𝐻𝐹 − 405 𝑝𝑠𝑖 × 5.25 𝑖𝑛2 = 2126 𝑙𝑏𝑠 𝐴𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑆𝑃 − 565 𝑝𝑠𝑖 × 5.25 𝑖𝑛2 = 2966 𝑙𝑏𝑠

Or to find the bearing width required of a single ply truss with SPF and a maximum gravity reaction of 1975 lbs.:

For DFL, required bearing width = 2.1 in, for HF = 3.25 in and for SP = 2.33 in.

Note that these results differ by a considerable amount. Where this is important is that trusses are typically manufactured with better grades and or species of material than the wall framing.

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So, as a general rule MiTek recommends that you design your truss components using the lowest expected material. If you know that in your market area wall framing is done using SPF material or your company provides the wall panels built with SPF, that is the material you should have as a default bearing material.

MiTek engineering software gives you many options when it comes to determining the required bearing size. It calculates minimum bearing size, based on default bearing material and compares it with bearing size input by the Truss Designer. So, it is important to specify the actual bearing sizes for the truss. When the minimum required bearing size exceeds the input bearing size, the warning “Required bearing size at joint(s)… greater than input bearing size” in the general note section of the Truss Design Drawing is displayed. This warning should not be neglected by the Truss Designer.

This warning is due to the bottom chord and/or top plate crushing from the reaction of the truss.

Note that upgrading the truss lumber, you should notify the owner/contractor/framer that the top plate of the wall would need the same change. Using a bearing enhancer, a metal product designed specifically for this purpose, you need room on both faces of the truss for the enhancers.

When using the Bearing Block option to fix an undersized bearing, care must be taken on trusses with long scarf cuts at the heel. The Bearing Block ignores the scarf cut when calculating the nailing requirements. The nailing pattern and quantity of nails shown may be impossible to achieve. Also use caution with trusses tying into a girder truss with bearing blocks. If the location of a tie-in truss interferes with the attachment of the bearing block, the bearing block may not be able to be used and other provisions for the bearing requirement may be needed. Note bearing blocks are assumed to be the same lumber grade and species as the bottom chord member, and they are only valid for 1 and 2 ply trusses.

One more option that a Truss Designer can use is running the vertical through the bottom chord, so the end grain of the vertical member is sitting directly on the bearing, which gives a much higher crushing value. Doing this allows the change from Compression Perpendicular to Grain (FCꓕ) to Compression Parallel to Grain (FC) value which can be as high as 3x the FCꓕ value. Be aware this will fix the crushing on the truss only and not the top plate of the wall. When using this option, the owner/contractor/framer should be notified so that the supporting member is sized accordingly.

Note that the options you select will be reported within the general notes section on the sealed Truss Design Drawing you receive from MiTek. And you need to understand that, when you are providing the design parameters to your MiTek Engineering office, we are returning an engineered sealed design that reflects your decisions. Sometimes making changes, in a repair scenario, to the bearing area can be very challenging. For additional information, or if you have questions, please contact the MiTek Engineering department.

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LTTP2 — an Update to a Classic Light Tension Tie

By Paul McEntee t would give you an incomplete idea of the new LTTP2 light tension tie if we didn’t first discuss the original LTT series. The LTT20 tension tie first appeared in our 1987 Connectors for Wood Construction catalog as a post-pour, wood-to-concrete connector. The LTT20 installed with nails only, but we realized we could add holes for bolts, so the LTT20B gave the customer the option to use either nails or bolts. Around the same time, we created the narrower LTT19 for installation on 2x joists or purlins. For more than 30 years, the LTT19 and LTT20B quietly anchored walls to roof diaphragms or shearwall posts to foundations.

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We manufacture the LTT in a threestep process — make the strap, make the load transfer plate, and then press the two together. Over the years, we tried different options for creating a one-piece design, but it was difficult keeping new designs as low profile as the current LTT was. Then, a few years ago, one of our product managers was visiting one of our German offices and spotted an angle connector on display in the lobby.

The AKR angle gave us some inspiration for a new version of the LTT manufactured in one piece. The nail pattern was not quite right for installation on an I-joist or a single 2x joist, but the seat shape was relatively low profile and had the stiffness we needed. While adapting the European design to meet North American requirements, we also developed an extrusion on the anchor hole that improves load transfer in the holdown seat.

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(If you are interested in how we test holdowns, see this post for a detailed discussion.)

So all we needed to figure out was the nail pattern that fit and achieved the required loads.

We developed two nailing patterns: obround holes spaced 3” apart for I-joist purlins and square holes spaced to accommodate the narrow face of 2x solid sawn purlins. The LTT2P can also be installed on the wide face of a minimum 2×4 stud for holdown applications.

LTTP2 Test – 2×4 Narrow Face

We load rate the LTTP2 with ½”-, 5/8”- and ¾”-diameter anchor bolts and nails and StrongDrive® SD Connector screws for flexibility in specification. Regardless of which anchor or fastener you select, the LTTP2 allowable loads exceed the original LTT19 and LTT20B loads, so engineers can confidently switch from the original. The LTTP2 is code listed in IAPMO UES ER-130.

For more information about the LTTP2 light tension tie, visit our product page. And let us know how you’re using this new tension tie in your projects.

The article, LTTP2 — an Update to a Classic Light Tension Tie, appeared first on Simpson StrongTie Structural Engineering Blog. To sign-up to receive the Structural Engineering Blog in your inbox, go to seblog.strongtie.com/subscribe.

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AWC Updates Span Calculator to 2018 NDS Supplement Design Values Leesburg, VA – March 8, 2022 – The American Wood Council (AWC) has released an update to the mobile apps and web-based Maximum Span Calculator for Wood Joists and Rafters to include the design values as found in the 2018 National Design National Design Specification® (NDS®) for Wood Construction Supplement. The mobile apps and the web-based calculator were also updated to include design values for non-North American species to ensure their proper use.

“One of AWC’s core initiatives is to help code officials and designers streamline the use of wood products. This update will bring the web-based version of our most popular calculator up-to-date with the latest codes, and will continues to help designers, plan reviewers and code officials save time when checking spans for proposed lumber floor joists, ceiling joists, and rafters,” said AWC Vice President of Engineering Bradford Douglas.

The Span Calculator performs calculations for all species and grades of commercially available softwood and hardwood lumber and applies common uniform loading conditions and optional adjustments for wet service conditions.

Additionally, it features a “span options” mode that allows selection of multiple species and grades for comparison purposes.

The free Span Calculator app is available on the AWC website and in the Android, iOS and Windows app stores, all of which are updated to the 2018 NDS design values. ### The American Wood Council (AWC) is the voice of North American wood products manufacturing, an industry that provides over 450,000 men and women in the United States with family-wage jobs. AWC represents 86 percent of the structural wood products industry, and members make products that are essential to everyday life from a renewable resource that absorbs and sequesters carbon. Staff experts develop state-of-the-art engineering data, technology, and standards for wood products to assure their safe and efficient design, as well as provide information on wood design, green building, and environmental regulations. AWC also advocates for balanced government policies that affect wood products. www.awc.org

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3 Examples of How 3D Printing Can Help Rebuild the Nation’s Housing Supply Posted March 15, 2022 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

Housing affordability remains a struggle amid rising housing costs, and shortages of housing supply and skilled labor. Inventory was already limited prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and has remained tight as the nation rebuilds.

3D printing is gaining traction in the marketplace as one potential solution. The controlled environment and amount of materials utilized help save costs and time on building projects, and drastically reduces onsite materials waste. Today’s 3D-printed designs are showcasing the innovation that this technology can afford builders and designers in creating homes to match consumer interests.

Here are a few examples: •

3D printing company ICON has made headlines in recent years with its neighborhood projects in Mexico and in Texas. And it’s making a splash again at SXSW with the unveiling of House Zero — a modern ranch constructed using both 3D printing and traditional building methods. The energy-efficient home combines curved concrete wall structures constructed through ICON’s printing technology with warm wood tones to create a natural, biophilic design.

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Low- and middle-income families have been among the hardest hit by rising housing costs, with 87.5 million households (or roughly 69% of all U.S. households) unable to afford a median priced new home in 2022. To help combat this issue, Habitat for Humanity launched an initiative last year to begin using 3D printing to construct more homes for families in need. Its first successful project — a 1,200-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath home in Williamsburg, Va. — was completed at the end of last year, with the family able to move in just ahead of the winter holidays.

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3D-printed homes overall tend to trend smaller than traditional stick-built homes and generally feature concrete.

Backyard studio and accessory dwelling unit options from Los Angeles-based Azure, however, are utilizing recycled plastic instead to help cut down on the amount of waste in landfills. More than 60% of the materials in its projects are plastics typically found in water bottles and food packaging.

As more companies continue to explore this arena, expect to see more innovative designs and materials emerge — especially in the wake of recent supply-chain issues and rising material costs.

To stay current on the high-performance residential building sector, with tips on water efficiency, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and other building science strategies, follow NAHB’s Sustainability and Green Building team on Twitter.

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Diminished Future Sales Expectations, Rising Costs Lower Builder Confidence March 16, 2022 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

Ongoing lumber and building material supply side constraints, rising construction costs and expectations of higher interest rates continue to negatively affect builder sentiment even as buyer demand remains relatively solid.

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes moved two points lower to 79 in March from a downwardly revised reading in February, according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. This is the third straight month that builder sentiment has declined and the first time that the HMI has dipped below the 80-point mark since last September.

“While builders continue to report solid buyer traffic numbers, helped by historically low existing home inventory and a persistent housing deficit, increasing development and construction costs have taken a toll on builder confidence,” said NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter. “We call upon policymakers to act now to ease supply-chain woes. Improving access to lumber, OSB and other materials will help builders increase the supply of badly-needed housing and fight inflation.”

“The March HMI recorded the lowest future sales expectations in the survey since June 2020,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “Builders are reporting growing concerns that increasing construction costs (up 20% over the last 12 months) and expected higher interest rates connected to tightening monetary policy will price prospective home buyers out of the market. While low existing inventory and favorable demographics are supporting demand, the impact of elevated inflation and expected higher interest rates suggests caution for the second half of 2022.”

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

The HMI index gauging current sales conditions fell three points to 86 and the gauge measuring sales expectations in the next six months dropped a whopping 10 points to 70. The component charting traffic of prospective buyers posted a two-point gain to 67.

Looking at the three-month moving averages for regional HMI scores, the Northeast fell seven points to 69, the Midwest dropped one point to 72 and the South fell three points to 83. The West moved up one point to 90.

HMI tables can be found at nahb.org/hmi. More information on housing statistics is also available at Housing Economics PLUS (formerly housingeconomics.com).

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Multifamily Production at a Two-Year High as Single-Family Starts Remain Firm March 17, 2022 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

Despite production bottlenecks and rising construction costs, total housing starts, led by a strong multifamily reading posted a solid gain in February as demand stays strong and existing inventory remains at low levels.

Overall housing starts increased 6.8% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.77 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. This is 22.3% above the rate posted a year earlier.

The February reading of 1.77 million starts is the number of housing units builders would begin if development kept this pace for the next 12 months. Within this overall number, single-family starts increased 5.7% to a 1.22 million seasonally adjusted annual rate. The multifamily sector, which includes apartment buildings and condos, increased 9.3% to an annualized 554,000 pace.

“Builders continue to start homes as the demand for new construction remains solid in a market lacking inventory of previously owned homes,” said NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter. “However, construction costs are rising too quickly, which threatens housing affordability conditions in 2022 as interest rates rise.”

“The February pace for apartment construction was the best since January 2020 and we expect the multifamily sector to continue to show strength as the economy reopens,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “On the single-family front, the count of homes permitted but not started construction reached a four-month high in February, rising to 152,000.

This is an indication of the ongoing supply-chain delays and cost issues that are limiting the pace of home building in many markets.”

On a regional basis compared to the previous month, combined single-family and multifamily starts are 28.7% higher in the Northeast, 15.3 % higher in the Midwest, 11.4% higher in the South and 11.4% lower in the West.

Overall permits decreased 1.9% to a 1.86 million unit annualized rate in February. Single-family permits remained essentially flat, falling 0.5% to a 1.21 million unit rate. Multifamily permits decreased 4.4% to an annualized 652,000 pace.

Looking at regional permit data compared to the previous month, permits are 22.7% higher in the Northeast, 8.4% lower in the Midwest, 5.5 % lower in the South and 2.1% higher in the West.

There are now 799,000 single-family homes under construction, a 28.3% year-over-year gain.

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Simpson Strong-Tie Lateral Systems Product Update

Our Strong-Wall® high-strength wood shearwall is an extremely versatile solution for lateral-force resistance in lightframe residential and commercial construction. The code-listed, prefabricated wood panel has a patented, innovative new design that provides the highest allowable loads for a wide variety of applications. It’s field-trimmable for maximum flexibility and features easy-to-access anchorage for efficient installation and inspection. Backed by our unparalleled technical and field support, your shearwall installations will be faster, stronger and more cost effective than ever.

In addition to our wood walls, we also offer prefabricated and code-listed Steel Strong-Wall® shearwalls. With a patented shape for better performance and available in a range of sizes, our steel shearwalls provide some of the highest loads in the industry.

Learn more about WSWH

To help you select the appropriate shearwall, check out our free Strong-Wall Shearwall Selector web application. It helps designers find the best solution for a given application in accordance with the latest code requirements.

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84 Lumber Celebrates Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week As a woman-owned company, 84 Lumber is going all out this March For 84 Lumber, the nation’s largest privately held building materials supplier, March is a big month! Not only does Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day fall in March, but it’s also Women in Construction Week. As a woman-owned company, 84 Lumber is celebrating and giving back to women in its communities throughout March.

The month-long celebration kicked off with the official launch of the second annual EmpowerHER Grant. Through the EmpowerHER Grant, 84 Lumber and the Pittsburgh Penguins are working together to highlight local Pittsburgh-area women-owned businesses. One winning business will receive a $25,000 grant to support her business. Nominations are open through March 7. The EmpowerHER Grant is part of 84 Lumber’s L.I.F.T. (Leading & Inspiring Females to Thrive) program with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

The EmpowerHER Grant winner will be announced during the Penguins’ fourth annual Her Hockey Day presented by 84 Lumber when they face the Detroit Red Wings on March 27. This day recognizes those girls stepping onto the ice for the first time, the women cheering on the Penguins from home and those who are trailblazers in the NHL. Beginning on March 20, fans may enter the Penguins Foundation’s #HerHockey contest on social media to win tickets to the game.

Discounted tickets for the Her Hockey Day can be purchased online.

In addition to its partnership with the Penguins, 84 Lumber is also working with Nemacolin this month to give back to frontline workers. The companies opened nominations to give away two magical getaways to Nemacolin resort for two deserving women serving as frontline workers. The getaways include a two-night stay for each winner and her guest, a $500 spa credit, a $100 resort gift card and a welcome bag. Flights are included if the winners reside outside of driving distance of the resort. Winners will be announced via social media on Monday, March 28.

84 Lumber is also launching various giveaways and social media campaigns throughout the month in an effort to empower and celebrate women. Follow the company on Instagram to see how you can win a gift basket filled with products from women-owned companies around the country.

To learn more about 84 Lumber and to follow along this month, visit the company on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. About 84 Lumber Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Eighty Four, Pennsylvania, 84 Lumber Company is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for single- and multi-family residences and commercial buildings. The company operates more than 250 stores, component manufacturing plants, custom door shops, custom millwork shops and engineered wood product centers in over 30 states. 84 Lumber also offers turnkey installation services for a variety of products, including framing, insulation, siding, windows, roofing, decking and drywall. A certified national women’s business enterprise owned by Maggie Hardy Knox, 84 Lumber was named by Forbes as one of America’s Largest Private Companies in 2018 and 2020, and one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2019.

For more information, visit 84lumber.com or join us at Facebook.com/84lumber and linkedin.com/company/84-lumber.

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The AWC and WoodWorks Launch Redesigned Websites Both the AWC and WoodWorks recently launched redesigned websites to better serve their audiences and connect them with valuable resources to expand the use of wood in U.S. building construction.

The AWC’s redesigned website showcases a new branding vision; highlights the wood products industry’s commitment to safe, resilient buildings through codes; and promotes the AWC’s commitment to sustainability. In addition to popular tools such as the Span Calculator and library of standards, the site offers such new features as a filtered Resource Hub, Wood Products Directory, and Pictorial Guide of wood-framing systems.

WoodWorks’ new site features improved navigation and search functionality, a new Wood Design Award gallery, and a new CAD/Revit tool that makes it easier to find and download specific mass timber and light-frame details for a range of applications. New features also include a page for each Regional Director, which will be expanded with regional news over time, and a Protective Design page for designers who have to meet blast and forced-entry/ballisticprotection requirements.

Visit awc.org and woodworks.org today to explore the revamped sites.

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Alpine Academy Launch Announcement New learning management platform with an improved user experience February 23, 2022, Glenview, IL – Alpine is pleased to announce the launch of Alpine Academy on a new Learning Management System (LMS). The new site, launched Wednesday, February 23, 2022, is a powerful educational tool designed to provide comprehensive software tutorials, training webinars, industry resources, software release guides, as well as other useful tips and tricks for Alpine customers. It features a streamlined, modern design, an improved user experience, intuitive navigation, and guided access to new designer training.

“Alpine is committed to providing our customers with quality educational experiences. The new streamlined design of Alpine Academy is the latest addition to our commitment. New designers or seasoned professionals starting out on our software will find helpful tools to build skills that improve their process and quality of work. The site allows users to easily manage their educational journey with a simplified user interface and quick access to additional resources.” said Martin Hauge, Alpine’s Training Manager.

A Better Training Experience The new easy-to-use interface provides Alpine customers access to new designer training as well as continuing education opportunities. The LMS will automatically save progress on courses and webinars while tucking them neatly way in the course history for reference. Users will also have the ability to bookmark lessons, webinars, and InsideVIEW information for quick access.

More Upgrades to Come We’re not finished – yet. The site will continue to grow with new features and enhancements over the coming months.

Alpine Academy provides an easy-to-use learning platform for new designers, continuing education, or information on software updates. Check out the Getting Started Video for a quick overview. Alpine customers interested in training or simply interested in exploring the new site – please visit https://www.alpineacademyitw.com/. New accounts will take 24 hours to register. If you are already an Alpine Academy user and have logged in within the last two years, your account is ready! Simply login using the same credentials.

We hope you like the changes! If you have feedback or questions, please email training@alpineitw.com.

About Alpine Recognized for its engineering excellence, productivityenhancing software and equipment solutions, and the industry’s best service, Alpine is a leading provider of building component software, metal connector products and equipment to component manufacturers. Since 1966, the company has partnered closely with customers to enhance their business and productivity.

Alpine is also a leader in delivering software solutions that increase homebuilder productivity and profitability. The company is a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., a Fortune 200 global diversified manufacturer. For additional information, visit http://www.alpineitw.com.

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The countdown to the International Code Council’s 42nd Annual Building Safety Month starts The Code Council encourages communities around the world to get involved early by utilizing free resource

March 24, 2022 – Washington, D.C. – In preparation for this year’s Building Safety Month, the International Code Council recently launched a new website dedicated to the annual event. The Code Council and its members and partners lead the Building Safety Month campaign every May to raise awareness about the importance of building codes and the role of building safety professionals in ensuring our communities remain safe, sustainable and resilient. This year’s campaign will cover a wide range of topics including energy and innovation, building safety careers, water safety and disaster preparedness.

Visitors to the Building Safety Month website can get involved in the campaign and use the available resources to support this year’s theme “Safety for All: Building Codes in Action.” Nations, municipalities, cities, and territories around the world are encouraged to submit a proclamation declaring their official recognition of Building Safety Month.

“Building Safety Month gives us the chance to celebrate the building safety community and educate people around the world about the importance of building codes,” said Cindy Davis, CBO, President of the ICC Board of Directors. “This campaign creates an opportunity for individuals to engage with their local communities to reinforce the need for adopting modern, regularly-updated building codes and help others understand what it takes to create safe and sustainable structures.”

Visit www.buildingsafetymonth.org to download promotional materials, access resources and check back frequently for updates. To promote Building Safety Month on social media, please use the hashtag #BuildingSafety365.

This year’s campaign is sponsored by the American Concrete Institute, the Gypsum Association, LiUNA, State Farm and the ICC Professional Chapter of Pennsylvania. Learn more about corporate sponsorship opportunities by visiting the sponsorship page on the Building Safety Month website. ### About the International Code Council The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

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Nation’s Best Acquires Weiss Do it Best Lumber of Arkansas March 1, 2022, DALLAS, Texas – Nation’s Best builds on their fast-paced growth trajectory with the announcement of their acquisition of Weiss Do it Best Lumber in Perryville, Arkansas.

“Weiss Lumber is a great fit with the Nation’s Best family of home improvement businesses,” said Chris Miller, President & CEO of Nation’s Best. “Owners Bill Weiss and his nephew Russell have done an outstanding job establishing Weiss Lumber as the go-to source for home renovation and new construction in the Fourche La Fave River Valley.” “Weiss is our 2nd location in Arkansas, and I am excited to see continued growth far into the South East as we follow our growth strategy.”

Founded over 50 years ago, Weiss Lumber offers a full-service lumberyard, with a strong focus on power tools, electrical equipment, and hand tools. “We’re extremely proud of the reputation we hold in our community and we’re especially excited by the growth possibilities that come with partnering with Nation’s Best,” said Bill Weiss. “Our focus will continue to be on solving every customer’s problem by turning that challenge into an opportunity.”

As part of Nation’s Best’s acquisition strategy, Weiss Do it Best Lumber will maintain operations under its existing name with its key leadership team overseeing company operations alongside Nation’s Best, which will provide the strategic and financial support necessary to drive optimal growth and profitability.

Nation’s Best is a member-owner of Do it Best, the only U.S.-based hardware, lumber and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry.

About Nation’s Best Nation’s Best Holdings, LLC was founded in 2019 and currently owns and operates a growing number of locations across the United States. Nation’s Best is committed to identifying and acquiring best-in-class independent home improvement stores to ensure their continued relevance as vibrant community resources.

To learn more, visit www.nationsbest.net.

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WoodWorks’ Construction Management Program Keeps Expanding

WoodWorks’ efforts to enhance construction-management education and installer training continue to bring new partnerships, including with university construction-management programs. Partnerships are now in place with Michigan State University’s School of Planning, Design and Construction; State University of New York’s School of Environmental Science and Forestry; and Clemson University’s Wood Utilization + Design Institute and its College of Architecture, Arts, and Humanities.

WoodWorks also recently finalized agreements for installer training programs with five new training centers, bringing the total number of such programs to ten: •

Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Apprentice and Training Program – Elk Grove Village, Illinois

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To date, these installer training programs have provided 1,728 hours of training since the beginning of 2021 and WoodWorks is targeting 10,000 hours of training in 2022.

WoodWorks provides curriculum and training support, as well as training mock-ups and components, to these programs, courtesy of funding from the SLB and USDA Forest Service. WoodWorks’ partnerships with training centers and other entities have increased the number of available installer training programs by 450% since the beginning of 2021.

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Neal Communities Acquires HITEK Truss Company

March 24, 2022—Neal Communities, Southwest Florida’s premier, private homebuilder, has acquired truss company HITEK. Based in Brooksville, Fla., HITEK was founded in 2004 by four custom homebuilders to supply high-quality trusses at a reasonable price in a timely manner. The company manufactures structurally engineered roof, floor and custom trusses made from the most dependable and durable lumber.

Neal Communities made this move due to the unprecedented level of supply chain and labor constraints impacting the housing market. Almost every component utilized in the construction of new homes has been affected, from windows and trusses to appliances. The availability of experienced labor has also become a challenge. These industry-wide issues have led to rising costs and reduced building capacity, all while homebuilders are facing record consumer demand.

“Given the current supply constraints in the building industry, this acquisition is a step toward alleviating the difficulties in the supply chain that we are experiencing,” said Pat Neal, founder and chairman of Neal Communities. “The goal is to continue to improve the homebuyer’s experience by building quality homes and delivering them on time. Acquiring HITEK will help us reduce delays for an important part of the building process.”

The purchase was finalized in February 2022 with HITEK owner Derrick Rushnell, who purchased the company one and a half years ago. Rushnell will continue to manage the company, which will retain most of its current customer base and is adept in building a wide range of trusses. HITEK currently serves counties from the west coast to the east coast of Florida, as far north as Alachua County and as far south as Charlotte County.

Rushnell is from the Bradenton area and has known of Neal Communities and the company’s dedication to quality for decades. “I know Pat and his high level of integrity,” said Rushnell. “Pat asked if I would consider selling, and we reached an agreement quickly. It was easy to work with him and come together on the sale and purchase, and it feels like a decision where everyone wins.”

This is not the first step that Neal Communities has taken in vertical integration. The Neal Family of Companies also includes Waterscapes Pools & Spas, Charlene Neal PureStyle Interior Design, Neal Communities Funding, Neal Signature Homes and Allegiant Title Professionals.

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The Last Word on Rheia HVAC Systems Joe Kannapell, P.E.

loor trusses work better than I-Joists when accommodating the new Rheia (ree’ uh) air distribution system being developed by eight leading national builders. As with trusses, skilled designers craft Rheia layouts and produce design calcs required by building departments. And builders and homeowners benefit from lower installation and energy costs resulting from the use of only 12 highly efficient connectors and 3” flexible duct. In short, Rheia is one of the best things that has happened to trusses.

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Pulte began testing Rheia in Florida in May 2020 and has since installed systems in both truss and I-joist framing. There is no noticeable external difference from conventionally ducted systems, except for an increased number of wall and ceiling registers. These additional supply points are unobtrusive and actually provide a more uniform air distribution. Because all ducts are contained within conditioned spaces, HVAC units may be downsized. And Rheia uses conventional residential units unlike high velocity small duct retrofitted systems.

In floor truss systems, the ducts can be run diagonally anywhere along the length of the truss.

This saves duct material, but most importantly it reduces HVAC tonnage requirements, as do the more gradual bends in ducts shown here.

Although 24” duct chases were provided on this project, chases are not needed with Rheia, and configurations can be designed with more standard web members. Strong backs are more likely to remain intact, since ducts may be run over or under them, resulting in improved floor system performance. Note also that K-webs were used here, but warren webs would work just as well.

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In I-Joist floor systems, the location of penetrations must be pre-planned with suppliers. They can be minimized by bundling groups of ducts together and running them through l a rg e c i r c u l a r h o l e s .

Additional small holes are also necessary to route individual ducts to their desired locations. Note that bending the entire bundle on a 90° angle results in more line loss than the gentler bending possible with open webbed trusses.

Interior wall panels are impacted, because ducts must traverse through them to reach upper floors, since supply lines are not located in unconditioned attic spaces. This may be accomplished, as shown, with two wall panels set back-to-back providing a 4” space between 2x4 flat studs, or with a single panel with 2x8 top and bottom plates and 2x4 flat studs on either side of a 4-1/4” cavity.

In summary, trusses not only accommodate Rheia with ease, but offer significant benefits. Roof trusses are normally unencumbered by HVAC units or supply lines. Floor trusses can be designed with floating chases and standard webs. Wall panels may require prior coordination to identify locations of Rheia ducts. With increasingly stringent energy efficiency requirements, look for increasing use of Rheia systems, and rest assured that trusses accommodate them better than any alternative.

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