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Parts House Products ...................................................34

Plate Exchange ...................................................35 Fasteners The JobLine Hiring Zone ...................................................39

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Available Candidates ...................................................42 Business Directory ...................................................44 Calendar of Events

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..............................................14,15 Alpine/ITW .................................................. 13 Apex Machine Works .................................................. 16 Autozen Automation .................................................. 42 Component Runner ...................................................30 Eagle Metal Products .................................................. 22 Fitzgerald Group ...................................................36 Layman’s Lumber Guide ................................ 2,22,31,45,46 MiTek ............................................. 26,27 Panels Plus ............................................. 11,42 Salter Associates ......................................... 4,6,7,35 Simpson Strong-Tie ................................... 11,12,18,19 Square 1 ..........................11,27,38,39,40,41 The JobLine Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC ............................................20,21 .................5,8,9,13,16,17,23-32,42 Wasserman & Associates 5,8-10,13,16,17,22,23,27,29,32,33,34,42 Wood Truss Systems

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Trusses and Pressure Treated Lumber Stan Sias - National Manager

Plated Truss Industry at Simpson Strong-Tie

The phone rang this morning and the caller said that “they had a real quick question.” They went on to ask if “standard truss plates could be used with pressure treated lumber?”

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

Tops, Bottoms, Webs, Sliders, Wedges and Scissor Bottoms. 230 Volt / 3 Phase 5 HP Motor with 24” Blade. Ink Jet Printer. Scrap Conveyor. $36,900 FOB AR. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Hmmmm…the questions that some questions prompt. It sort of reminds me of the questions that I used get back when I was a component manufacturer and EWP supplier. I had a sign on the wall behind my desk that simply said $2.00 each. Folks would drop by my office and the first words out of their mouths would be…”How much is …?” and I would point at the sign. Before we could address “How much?” we needed to address the question of “What is it that you need?”, as understanding the scope of work and other expectations surely helped me to answer the question of “How Much?”.

Back to the call this morning; when the caller asked his question. Where did my mind go; as this question prompted the additional questions. The short answer would have been no, but before giving that one out I decided to probe a little deeper.

Questions: 1. What exactly is your intended application?

2. Why does the lumber need to be pressure treated? Is it really a ground contact situation or wetting and drying?

3. If at or near the ground, and unprotected, is it really a good place for truss plates?

4. If wetting/drying is occurring, eventually any truss plate will be expelled from the lumber in the swelling/shrinking of the wood fiber that accompanies these cycles. Could this possibly be OK? 5. Is the wood exposed to some sort of corrosive environment, outside the corrosive salts used in the pressure treatment of the lumber itself? Is the treated lumber then kiln dried after treatment (KDAT)?

6. Will the lumber stay dry in the finished exposure or environment?

I like to end the line of questioning with “Will the lumber stay dry in the finished environment?” as it then begs the question, “If so, why the added expense of PT?” It just happened that my caller this morning was calling in from Canada, where their standard plates are made from G90 galvanized steel versus the G60 commonly used in the US. That aside, the questions above all still remain. It is well known that the wetting and drying of embedded truss plates will eventually expel them from the wood. If the final application is going to be exterior, or some other scenario where there will be constant wetting and drying, the answer again would be no. What if the application is wet and the embedded truss plates will stay constantly wet? We can design with the assumptions for green (wet) lumber and make the appropriate adjustments for the wood members (see ANSI/TPI 1, Sections 6.4.6 – 6.4.9) but what about the pressure treating chemicals? How corrosive are they in the wet environment? Perhaps then it would be necessary to contact the wood treater to get a definitive answer.

What about other environmental corrosion issues? TPI 1 addresses some in Section 6.5, where we are looking to provide increased corrosion protection to metal connector plates. Remember, when using any of the recognized coatings, all surfaces of the connector plates left exposed (front and back sides of all plates and exposed teeth) must be covered with the selected coating in the minimum thickness recommended by the supplier.

The point is that sometimes we don’t know the correct answer until we dig a little deeper and know exactly what issues we’re dealing with. For me, the short answer is no, and often the long answer is also no, unless we can get a very explicit specification to limit my scope of work risks.

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2003 Alpine AutoMill SC Saw (ONT) Alpine model 348A, five-blade, servocontrolled computerized saw, sets up in 2 to 19 seconds and downloads from a network or by using a touch screen for ease of operation. Five-head automated component saw works in both automated (downloading files) and semi-automated control via touchscreen input. It has 23 axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics and auto management reporting. The SC cuts from 13" to 20' long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12, and includes [3] 18", [1] 20" and [1] 32" blades with air brakes, over $15,000 in spare parts, pc and enclosure.

Installed and operational. Floor mounted conveyor and incline shown in pictures are not included. 480v/60Hz/3Ph power.

Price: $65,000, Location: ONT. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1998 Koskovich Auto Omni Component Saw This saw ​has been well maintained, and consistently upgraded throughout its service history, includes belt-style waste conveyor with side pans, digital inclinometers, spare set of blades, spare transport side motor, 1 KB card for out feed rollers, several spare circuit boards, and all other available spare parts. PC runs Windows 7 OS, current Omni Software from OEM. 220v, 3 phase ​electrical. $17,990, FOB MB Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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NEW! 2004 Koskovich Omni Miser RT ​ inear saw with roof truss cutting software, L servo controlled angulation axis of movement, includes crooked lumber sensor, print system A (one face), rebuilt Auto Deck in 2010 to accommodate up to 20’ stock, 2x3 through 2x12 material), automated lumber advance (LASM), auto exit roller, belt-style waste conveyor, 5 HP 3450 RPM arbor motor, computer monitor (Windows XP Service Pack Three) with OEM console.

Includes (7) spare blades, miscellaneous spare boards, cables, air cylinder, belts, and all available system spares. 120/240v Single Ph. And 208/480v, 3 Phase power, 90 PSI air required. Well maintained throughout its service life, currently in daily operation.

Price: $69,990. Location: MB Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2003 Alpine AutoMill SC Automated Component Saw Automated (via design software output) or Semi-Automated (via touch screen) Set-Ups. Servo controlled for fast set-ups (2 to 15 seconds), accuracy and system dianostics. 23 Axes of Automation. 1-20” Blade, 3-18” Blades and 1-32” Blade cut 2x3 thru 2x12 Lumber. Excludes Incline Waste Conveyor. Includes $15,000 in Used Parts. $65,000 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

Includes Windows XP Service Pack two software and transformer for 230 or 600v to system specific 415v, 3Ph, Minimum 100 psi air required. (Ink jet printer shown in pictures is not included.) $79,990 FOB MB Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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2000 Alpine AutoMill RS Component Saw Alpine AutoMill RS model 344, five-blade, computerized component saw. From the OEM literature: sets up in 2 to 19 seconds, using a touch screen for ease of operation.

Five-head automated component saw works in semi-automated control via touchscreen input. It has 19 axes of automated movement, diagnostics, auto management reporting. The RS cuts from 13" to 20' long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12, and includes [3] 18", [1] 20" and [1] 32" blades with air brakes, pc with swingarm cabinet and scrap conveyor under saw.

480v/60Hz/3Ph power. $31,249, FOB: QC Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2003 Omni Miser Saw Automated Wood Processing System.

Lengths to 16’. Ink Jet Print System A (One Face). Incline Live Deck. Bunk Feeder. (5) Th e 2x4 Magazines. Installation & Training omponent anufacturing is available at additional cost. $67,500 NOW $49,500 FOB MN Serving the Structural Building Components Industry Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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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 choice of shaker or belt scrap conveyor. 440 volt, 3 phase. $49,000 Base, FOB MO.

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Simpson Strong-Tie is on the job where you are with structural connectors and fasteners, truss plates and component design software. We’re providing you with innovative products and customizable tools to make it easier for you to design components and build structures while managing your business.

Let us show you our new solutions designed around you, including our Component Solutions™ Director and Truss Studio software. Connect strongtie.com/ics. with us: (800) 999-5099 and strongtie.com/ics.

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New Hundegger SC-3 Linear Saw Hundegger Speed-Cut SC-3 linear truss saw, complete roof truss, I-joist, EWP, stair stringer and wall panel parts cutting functions including angle and bevel drive unit with auto-loading conveyor system, auto-discharge and Ink-Jet marking. Multiple boards or I-joists can be stacked up to 4 high and accurately processed. Can process any length of material with finished parts up to 26' in length. The SC-3 processes lumber from ½"x 1 ½" to 8" x 17 ¾". The 26" carbide-tipped saw blade can rotate 360 degrees and bevel to 0 degrees horizontally. Includes 3D BIM software. The optional 4-axis rotating mill can hold up to three different milling tools. Vertical end mill, double-bevel mill, vertical drill, horizontal slot cutter and double mill options are available. According to Hundegger USA: "The Hundegger Whole House Saw TM is a computer numeric controlled (CNC) saw capable of cutting a wide range of roof, floor and wall framing components, including wood I-joists, laminated strand lumber (LSL), laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and glue-lam". Maintenance program, tech support and installation are available from Hundegger USA. 480 volt , 3 phase electrical. SPECIAL PRICE INCLUDES: Shipping anywhere in the lower 48 states, installation, training, duty. $209,000 Base Price

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Reconditioned 1995 Auto Omni Component Saw Price: $86,900 :: FOB OH Condition: Good+ 1995 Koskovich Auto Omni saw. 5-blade automated saw fully frame-off reconditioned to nearly new standard with upgrades in 2015. Includes shaker waste conveyor with factory side pans, [3] 20 inch blades, [1] 30 inch blade and [1] 12 inch blade. Fully automated setup with full power length and all axis angulation, single sided setup from operator console, 2x3 through 2x12 and 4x2, 20’ to 9” @ 90°/90°, spare blades, remote monitor, full set of electronic spares and manual. New computer with updated software, flat screen monitor, entire saw is newly painted. Also included: Full 3-month parts warrantee if installation is performed by independent tech. Geoff Monger.

208/240/480 volt,3 phase, 100 Amp and 120 vac, 90 Amp electrical required. Photos show saw during restoration.

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2005 Apollo Saw with Mango Plate Marker 5.5 HP Motor with 18” Blade. Minimum Angle of 10 Degrees with 36” Stroke.

Manual Saw Angulation with Air Brake on Automated Apollo Saw with Truss Software Turntable. Laser Pointer, Variable Stroke Solid 48” x 72” Frame and Arm Construction Minimizes Flex on the Saw Frame. Direct Limiter & Plexiglass Shield for Operator Drive 7.5 HP Motor with 18” Blade (230/460 Volt). Minimum Angle of 10 Degrees Safety. Automated 20’ Length Stop & with 36” Stroke for Long Scarf Cuts. Automated 160 Degree Angular Movement.

Plate Positioner as directed By Design Variable Stroke Limiter & Plexiglass Shield for Operator Safety. MDF Profiled Saw Software. Computer, Monitor & Cabinet Bench Top Provides a Safe Working Platform. Dust Extraction Outlet. 20’ of MDF Enclosure. MangoTech Plate Cutting & Bench Top with Automated 20’ Length Stop & 10’ Gravity Conveyor. Workstation, Marking Software. 30’ of Roller Conveyor Control Cabinet Enclosure & 17” Touch Screen Integration. Serial Control System. with Stands. Add $11,285 for Touch Screen Includes all Plug & Play Wiring. MangoTech/Spida Truss Cutting Software. Add Computer Upgrade. Add $3,680 for 2 Day $3,680 Two Day Onsite Installation & Training. Add $750 for 12 Month Phone & Onsite Installation & Training. Excludes Virtual Tech Support. Add $275 for Spare Blade. Add $558 for Saw Laser Guide. Add Dust Collection System. $15,000 FOB PA $890 for Dust Collector Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627 Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

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

Speed Cut Saw with Smart Stop Automation (for truss cutting) Speed Cut Metra-Cut Saw (5 HP-3 Phase) with 16” Blade. Saw Barrier Guard. Infeed & Outfeed Roller Conveyor with Stands.

Smart Stop Automation with Touch Screen Computer. Automated Stop & Automated Saw Angulation as directed by Truss Software (.trs file). Technical Support & Parts available from Smart-Evolution. $15,900 FOB QB. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1999 TimberMill 6-20 Pro Component Saw Six Blades cut 4x2 & 2x4 through 2x12 Lumber from 12” up to 20’-0”. Base Plane Referencing and Pivot Axis Elevation for Faster Setup and Greater Accuracy.

Powered Angulation & Carriage. Single Sided Digital. Waste & Incline Conveyor.

480 Volt / 3 Phase. Excludes Live Deck. $25,000 FOB PA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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1995 TimberMill 6-20 Pro Component Saw •Six Blades cut 4x2 & 2x4 through 2x12 Lumber from 12” up to 20’-0” •Base Plane Referencing and Pivot Axis Elevation for Faster Setup and Greater Accuracy •Powered Angulation & Carriage •Single Sided Digital •Waste & Incline Conveyor •Digital display needs serviced/calibrated •208 or 230 Volt / 3 Phase •Excludes Live Deck $12,500 FOB NC Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2005 Alpine AutoMill SC Saw Five-blade, servo-controlled computerized saw, sets up in 2 to 19 seconds and downloads from a network or by using a touch screen for ease of operation. Five-head automated component saw works in both automated (downloading files) and semi-automated control via touch-screen input. It has 23 axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics, auto management reporting.

The SC cuts from 13" to 20' long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12, and includes [4] 18" and [1] 32" blades with air brakes, yellow outfeed skatewheel conveyors and pc, carriage and cabinet compressed air connections (for cooling & dust buildup prevention). Installed and operational. 480v/60Hz/3Ph power.

Price: $89,990 :: FOB TX Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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

2005 Alpine AutoMill SC Saw Five-blade, servo-controlled computerized saw, sets up in 2 to 19 seconds and downloads from a network or by using a touch screen for ease of operation. Five-head automated component saw works in both automated (downloading files) and semi-automated control via touch-screen input. It has 23 axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics, auto management reporting.

The SC cuts from 13" to 20' long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12, and includes [4] 18" and [1] 32" blades with air brakes, yellow outfeed skatewheel conveyors and pc, carriage and cabinet compressed air connections (for cooling & dust buildup prevention). Installed and operational. 480v/60Hz/3Ph power. Price: $89,990 :: FOB TX. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2004 Spida CXM Pull Arm Saw CXM4S60SS. Right-to-left lumber feed. "5.5 h.p. motor, 17.75" blade, cuts 180 deg quadrant, 8 deg to 171 deg, max thickness 6" max crosscut at 90 deg. 27.5", 45 deg max bevel cut", 20' infeed / 10' outfeed conveyors, spare blade. 240 volt, 3 phase electrical. $21,990, FOB: NY Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2005 Alpine AutoMill SC Automated Component Saw (FOB AB) $99,000)

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NEW! New Monet DeRobo Linear Saw New, DeRobo linear saw by Monet organizes "fill" boards to increase optimization of each board, can produce unlimited scarf cuts, cuts 1 or 2 boards at a time and cuts webs, chords, wedges, rafters and open-stair stringers. Works with all major connector plate manufacturer's software. Features include 22 inch blade, left-to-right feed direction standard, lumber push and pull grippers for more accuracy, ink marking on the 1 1/2" face of the incoming boards and small piece capture and delivery to the front of the saw for easy access. Infeed deck and bunk feed are shown as options only. Works with the optional WoodRunner TM lumber retrieval system. 440 volt, 3phase. $165,000 Base Price, FOB MO.

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Obviously, we all make decisions based on value. Cost vs. benefit.

Risk vs. reward. But too often, we are all encouraged to think of value only in terms of dollars and cents. Too be sure, money plays a big part, but it’s not always simple and straightforward.

Building Relationships After moving to Oklahoma, I applied for a job in the membership department of the Chamber of Commerce. Folks who know me will remember that I’m very committed to my members, and I take my job in membership service very seriously and personally. The interviewer, however, was determined to have me look at the job simply as sales and explain how I would convert no to yes. To her chagrin, I answered with this: It is never just a matter of a simple yes or no at a given point in time; membership is developing long-term relationships. People do not need a slick salesman; they need a friend and a resource to provide direct and indirect services and support. By focusing on individuals and not on dollars, you will make lasting connections, build community, and grow an organization.

2005 Alpine AutoMill SC Saw Five-blade, servo-controlled computerized saw, sets up in 2 to 19 seconds and downloads from a network or by using a touch screen for ease of operation. Five-head automated component saw works in both automated (downloading files) and semi-automated control via touch-screen input. It has 23 axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics, auto management reporting. The SC cuts from 13" to 20' long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12, and includes [4] 18" and [1] 32" blades with air brakes, yellow outfeed skatewheel conveyors and pc, carriage and cabinet compressed air connections (for cooling & dust buildup prevention).

Installed and operational. 480v/60Hz/3Ph power. Price: $89,990 Condition: Good Location: TX

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Needless to say, I was not offered a position with that group. But what kind of group can it be if, at the end of the day, the primary thing of value is still only the money?

Commitment and Determination Here at The Advertiser, I don’t expect to be perfect. I won’t have all of the answers, and everyone won’t agree with the things I say. But as long as I’m here, I’m committed to doing the best I can for our group.

Tell me what you think, and I will listen. Tell me what you want, and I will try to make it happen.

New Year, New Ideas I’ve never made a New Year’s Resolution, so I don’t intend to start now. But a new year is a great time to reflect on what we might like to see in the coming year. Please consider giving me your input, feedback, criticisms, suggestions, and just plain thoughts on what you’d like to see in these pages, and/or online, and/or face-to-face in the months ahead. You can reach me here – a n n a @ c o m p o n e n t a d v e r t i s e r. o r g o r 8 0 0 - 2 8 9 - 5 6 2 7 x 3 .

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Bearing Lubrication Bearing lubrication is essential to the longevity of the equipment’s lifespan. Proper lubrication will assist in reducing bearing failures and keep the production equipment producing revenue. There are many factors that contribute to inadequate lubrication, today we will focus on just two.

Lubrication serves three purposes: 1. Separating the mating surfaces to reduce friction 2. Transfer of heat 3. Corrosion resistance Over filling and under filling are the two most common issues our staff discover on site. It is common to find a machine bearing dripping and oozing grease throughout the factory. A bearing oozing grease is prone to rapid failure. This is a clear sign of over filling or over lubricating a bearing. Over filling a bearing is as detrimental as starving or under filling a bearing. Over filling a bearing can cause excessive heat buildup in the bearing by limiting the roller bearings/ ball bearing rotational capacity or preventing the heat from dissipating correctly. Excessive grease will oxidize over time. Oxidized grease tends to darken, become hard, thus trapping heat inside the bearing. Wipe the excess and oxidized grease away from the bearing surface to allow proper heat dissipation from the bearing. When inspecting a bearing failure, over filling will often create a flat spot on the roller bearing or the ball bearings; therefore, creating the excessive heat and wear that leads to the premature failure.

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Under filling a bearing with lubrication works in much the same way. Excess heat is generated by steel on steel contact. This results in excessive wear, possibly deformation of one or more of the mating surfaces. It is not uncommon to find metal debris located near the area or within the bearing itself.

There are three primary ways to lubricate bearings on equipment. The first, and certainly most common, is the act of manually lubricating bearings. The staff travels from machine to machine lubricating each point as directed by the manufacturer’s direction. The second, is a lubrication system wherein, each bearing’s lubrication point is brought to a central lubrication system that commonly lubricates all points simultaneously. The third, and rapidly becoming my favorite, is a solid lubricant.

Square 1 Design & Manufacture Inc. has been testing a Microporous Polymeric Lubricant (MPL) for the last two years with zero bearing failures. This microporous polymer allows lubricant to flow through the pores adding and reabsorbing the lubricant to the bearing surfaces as needed. Thus eliminating the need to manually grease bearings throughout the factory. Many applications inside the factory allow for the addition of MPLs. We are certain, we are among the first to bring another solution to the truss and panel market. We look forward to offering MPL bearings on additional lines of new equipment in the near future. To learn more contact us at 866-647-7771.

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Ideal for companies looking to automate the measuring of lengths Stop is accurate to within +/- 0.5mm ( 0.02 inch) Unit can display mm, Inches, Foot-Inches-Sixteenths, InchesSixteenths, Foot-Inches-thirtyseconds, or Inches-thirtyseconds Easy operation of stop with touch screen Simply enter the length required, the stop moves automatically to the correct length Easily fitted to any SPIDA saw to automate the measuring function Can be used for timber / aluminium / steel / fibreglass etc. (with appropriated saw) Cutting / drilling / punching / trenching measurement automation Save time and money. The SPIDA simple stop dramatically reduces the time spent measuring lengths and eliminates the waste associated with incorrect measuring

The Simple Stop can be built to a custom length to fit your plant requirements Can be fitted to most saws

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Square 1 SQ-Series Floor Truss Machine (Table Guided)

MiTek/Tee-Lok Gantry System MiTek/Tee-Lok 102’ working length, side-eject, gantry system includes (1) 2006 MiTek 24” diameter gantry head, (1) 1996 Tee-Lok 20” diameter gantry head, (1) TeeLok 20” diameter finish roller press, (13) wood-top Tee-Lok tables with skate-wheel ejectors, (11) idle rollers, (10) stand-alone receivers and rail. Includes all available hardware. 220 volt, 3 phase electrical. $48,990 FOB FL. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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54' CMF Gantry Roller with Tables CMF gantry system consisting of (1) 24” CMF tracked gantry, (9) 5' 11" wood tables with plastic tops and ejectors, (1) 5' 11" wood tables with plastic tops and no ejectors, (23) 14' conveyor rollers, (3) 12' conveyor rollers, approx. 80 feet of rail and (15) truss receivers. Includes any available system jigging hardware, and all available spare parts if any.

Price: $38,990 :: FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1994 Pacific Automation Auto-8 Roof/Floor Truss Press 15 HP / 50 Ton Press with 24” x 96” Platen.

Drilled & Tapped Steel Top for Roof Trusses. 44’ Jig with Air Cylinder Clamping for Floor Trusses. Adjacent Wood Top Area (27’-9”) for Jacks. Overall Length is 78’-2”.

The add-on jack table section will need to be removed for shipping and reassembled/ welded. $39,500 FOB IL. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Alpine RAM Easy Rider Tables 10 Each - Steel Tables with Slotted Tops & Liftouts. $3,000 per Table or $27,500 for all 10 Tables. FOB MO. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

• 24” Diameter x 3/4” Wall x 6’-6” Long Gantry Roller • 3 7/16” Diameter Continuous Shaft Supported by 3 Baffles • Dual 7.5 HP Sumitomo Cyclo 6000 Gear Motor • (4) Drive Wheels Run on Top of Table with (8) 3” Osborn Cam Followers Under Table • ”Soft Start” Inverter with Square 1 Easy ID Software • Flashing Motion Indicator Beacon Light • Front & Rear Emergency Shut Off Bar • Integral Mechanical Fail Safe Brake • 230/415/460/575 Volt - 3 Phase • 6’-6” Wide x 40’ Long Steel Table • 3/4” Steel Table Top • Clamping Rails & End Stops • Built-In 1/2” True Arc Camber to Both Clamping & Side Rails • Electrical Track & Air Cylinders are Under the Table • Build up to 40’ Floor Trusses with Option for Additional Length • Floor Truss Depths from 9” to 26” with Option for Additional Depth • Optional Pop-ups, Flip Jig (shown in photos) & End Eject (shown in photos)

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Compatible with any linear-feed saw, the WoodRunner™ automated lumber retrieval system increases production by 30%, while reducing labor by half. WoodRunner sets the pace of the operator, and ensures accurate lumber selection every time. Visit www.apexmw.com or call 507-322-3700 to learn more today.

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ALPINE’S NEW LMS LIGHT-MEDIUM TIE STRAP SERIES RESISTS TENSION LOADS VERNON HILLS, Ill., December 9, 2015 – Expanding on the success of its Light (LS) and Medium (MS) Tie Straps, Alpine now offers the LMS Light-Medium Tie Strap Series. These nine new tie straps are designed to resist tension loads when attached to solid sawn or structural composite lumber metal plate-connected trusses, framing members and wall members.

All of the new products are 1-1/4-in. wide and range in length from 9-5/8 to 36-5/8 in. They are made from 18-gauge, mill-certified steel coil, which falls between the LS (20 gauge) and MS (16 gauge) straps, providing greater flexibility, convenience and utility on the jobsite.

“The nine new tie strips were developed as a result of customer requests for an 18-gauge product,” said Pat Ryan, Alpine sales and marketing manager – Construction Hardware. “They also provide additional steel gauge and tension load options for the complete line of Alpine tie straps, ensuring customers always have the right product for their specific application.”

Designed, engineered and manufactured by Alpine, the tie straps incorporate a G90 coating and are made to ASTM A653 SS Grade 60 specifications or better. They are backed by nearly 50 years of engineering excellence and experience.

All of the tie straps carry IAPMO (ER_0179) and FBC (FL 14076-R4) engineering approvals and are available for use throughout the U.S. Recognized for its engineering excellence, productivity-enhancing 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 with $14.5 billion in revenue in 2014. For additional information, visit alpineitw.com.

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Alpine part number 37124 The motion control upgrade package is available now and takes only one day to install when using a qualified electrician.

Contact your local Alpine representative or Carlos Lozano at (800) 786-5006, ext. 4263 or clozano@alpineitw.com to order the upgrade kit.

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NEW! Refurbished 1997 CMF Tracked Gantry System 1997 side eject CMF tracked gantry system with 14’ by 93 ft. working length. Tables and finish roller press were refurbished in 2007. System features (13) plastic topped tables with slotted-steel bottom chords, (1) 24” CMF diameter gantry head, (1) CMF 24" finish roller press, (4) idler rollers, and all available receivers. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. $43,890 :: FOB WA. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Alpine Speed Roll Model 47 Kick-Leg Floor Machine 1994 Alpine Speed Roll, Model 47, kick-leg floor machine. Serial number 14-12277-A. 40 feet overall length, 36 foot maximum length truss, builds floor-trusses from 10” inch to 24” inch truss depths. Includes one head with 18" diameter roll, two parking rail areas, and table with air cylinderclamp system. 480v, 3 phase power. (Plate rack shown is not available, vertical rack support stands are included). $8,400 :: FOB ONT Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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

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Pacific Automation Floor Gantry with Finish Roller & Stacker 2005 Pacific Automation 24” Diameter Floor Gantry (7 1/2 HP). Flat Park Section & Incline Ramp Park Section (for end eject).

40’ Table with Air Cylinder Clamping.

Maximum Truss Length: 36’. Floor Truss Depth: 11 1/2” to 26”. Side Electors in Jig #1, End Eject Rollers in Jig #2. 2005 Pacific Automation Floor Truss Finish Roller. 2007 Pacific Automation Floor Truss Stacker.

Stored outside under lumber tarps since 2011. $67,500 $62,500 FOB AB. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Clary Kick-Leg Floor Machine Clary "Roll-A-Span" kick-leg floor machine, recently reconditioned by seller.

50 feet overall length, 6 foot wide steel table with on-table air cylinder clamping.

This machine builds up to 33 foot length floor trusses from 11 7/8 inch to 25 inch truss depths. Features a roller gantry head with riding platform, two parking areas, mast with electrical cord system, and all available jigging hardware. 7.5 HP motor. 240v, 3 phase power. $11,890 NOW $9,990 FOB KY Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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2007 MiTek Flat Stacker Model 70300-501 Automatic, two pedestal flat stacker with remote control. Stacks truss configurations up to 50’ on either side and is compatible with most existing conveyor systems. OEM system electrical panel controls included, steel frame truss stops, alignment stop posts, and hydraulic tank heater. OEM rated 35 second cycle time. (roller conveyors in photos are not included). 230/460v–3ph electrical.

Currently wired for 460 volt. $49,990, FOB NC Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Mitek 40' Floor Truss Machine Build floor truss depths up to 24”, lengths up to 40’. Track Mounted Roller Gantry with Ride Platform. 230/460 Volt - 3 Phase - 10 HP Motor. Overhead Plate Rack. Dual Safety Bars. Air Cylinder Clamping. Stored outside for 2 years. $21,900 Now $20,900 NOW $19,900. FOB GA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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1996 Alpine 14' x 100' Side Eject Roller Gantry System Alpine 14’ x 24” Diameter Roller Gantry (Track Mounted). 100’ of Walk-Thru Tables with Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor. Drilled & Tapped Steel Top at Bottom Chord, Balance is LVL. AutoSet (air wrench) Jigging. Powered Exiting Conveyor with Receivers. Alpine 14’ x 24” Diameter Finish Roller. 10 Each - Outside Non-Powered Truss Rollers. Buyer to dismantle & load equipment. Seller to provide forklift. $40,000 FOB TN. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Design your own custom roof truss gantry!

Don’t see the system that is just right for you? With many our listings, we can split the system up to create the perfect fit for your space or budget limitations. Need a 46’ RoofGlider, with 50’ of conveyor, and no final roller. or an 80’ Klaisler line with a final roller and a stacker; we can do that! Call or e-mail us with your specific request and put us to work building your custom solution.

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Klaisler 51' End Eject Roller Gantry System Klaisler 14’ x 24” Diameter Gantry Roller (track mounted) with Hydraulic Roll Lifter & Ride Platform. (10) 4’-8” x 14’-0” Steel & Plastic Top Tables with Pop-up Rollers (for end eject). (1) 4’-8” x 7’-0” Steel & Plastic Top Table. Floor Rail. 208 Volt / 3 Phase.

Excludes: Jig Hardware, Finish Roller & Outside Conveyor. $22,500 FOB MB. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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

Mitek 14' x 100' Side Eject Roller Gantry System Mitek 14’ x 24” Diameter Roller Gantry (Track Mounted). 100’ of Walk-Thru Steel Top Tables with Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor. Unistrut Jigging & Jig Hardware.

Powered Exiting Conveyor with Receivers.

Mitek 14’ x 24” Diameter Finish Roller.

Outside Conveyor with Peak-Up Truss Stacker. $69,000 NOW $65,500 FOB AR. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1983 Jager Travelmatic Mini III Hydraulic Bridge Press Designed for smaller trusses the system is capable of handling 2”x4” and 4”x2” trusses with no adjustment, ideal for hips, jacks, and valley-sets. No finish press required, system consists of a 6’ x 40’ drilled & tapped steel table, table guided press head (trackless), with a 6’x12” press platten, riding operator platform and all available jig hardware. 575 volt, 3 phase electrical. Price: $13,890 :: FOB ON. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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CMF Stealth End-Eject Tracked Gantry System End-eject CMF Stealth tracked gantry system with 14’ by 56 foot working length. System features (8) eight slotted steel top tables with ejectors, (1) one 24” Stealth diameter gantry head, (1) one Stealth 24" finish roller press with 14 foot throat and (13) idler rollers. Includes all available electrical and jigging hardware. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. Price: $79,900, NOW $76,890 Condition: Good, Location: QC. 765-751-9990

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CMF Stealth End-Eject Trackless Floor Truss Gantry CMF Stealth floor truss gantry, end-eject floor machine features a 24 inch diameter roll gantry head, table-top air cylinder actuated clamping, skate wheel table-top conveyors and ejectors. Builds trusses from 11" to 25" inch deep truss, up to 40 feet long. Included a 16 feet long, custom-made, wall panel framing station with stud locators and roller conveyor ejection system. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical.

Price: $53,900, Condition: Good, Location: QC. 765-751-9990

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Can Fit any Table Height Table Height Can Fit any Table Length Table Length 1.6in Puck Diameter 1 Pucks Per Rail No minimum or maximum rail spacing.

This is determined at time of order Setups no longer than 20 seconds. Most less than 10 seconds The system can support up to 120 rails controlled from the one workstation.

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Overcoming Obstacles and Profiting with a New Perspective

www.todd-drummond.com Phone: 603-763-8857 todd@todd-drummond.com January, 2016 Copyright © 2016 Industry’s averages for net-profits-to-sales ratio: • Below average – 0% to 9% • Average – 10% to 12% • Common to see – 13% to 19% • High return more common than most know – Greater than 20% (No B.S.)

Todd Drummond Todd Drummond Consulting www.todd-drummond.com

Do you know how well your company did in comparison to the average? Perhaps you are not privy to such information, but maybe you know that things need further improvement. If improvement is actually your goal for this new year, maybe you should consider doing something different instead of repeating the same processes and expecting different results. Everyone should ask, “What are some of the things that prevent serious improvement from happening within my group?”

Time and/or money are excuses many offer as the main reasons for not trying something different. Others say, “I need to find the right individual(s) to move us in the right direction.” If you feel these are your main obstacles, your company is more than likely going to continue repeating the same patterns and garner the same results it has always achieved. So what is preventing any company, department, or individual from making real, positive changes to garner better results? There are two main obstacles that must be overcome: pride and admitting you don’t have all the answers.

According to psychology studies, “Modern cognitive theory states that people tend to perceive reality in light of pre-existing expectations and will ignore large amounts of contrary data before finally changing their minds.” In other words, we perceive the world the way we want regardless of the evidence showing it differently. Why is this so often the case? The answer is simple but hard to overcome. In one word, it is pride. We cannot see that change is needed, or if we do indeed recognize the changes needed, our pride blinds us and prevents us from admitting it. We allow our pride to perceive everything as being right or wrong, as if by admitting that a change is actually wanted or needed, we are saying, “We were wrong and they were right.” This is an absurd way of viewing life in general. What worked in the past was a good thing, but evolving to meet the challenges of today does, in fact, require us to make changes and see things from a new perspective. To embrace better ideas, one needs to set aside pride and actually listen to others with a different perspective and experience. I can tell you from experience that I have seen the results, time after time, and that making positive changes garners significant net-profit gains that many are simply blind to. Had they implemented the changes without an outsider making the suggestions, they would indeed have gotten the same results, but they had roadblocks of simply not knowing and/or pride that prevented them from admitting that the changes were needed.

What are some good resources to start educating yourself and learning new ideas? Reading or listening to audio books is always a good starting point. Examples: The Goal by Goldratt covers theory of constraints, any of the Dale Carnegie publications covers better management practices, and any books covering lean manufacturing will assist process improvement. Also, seminars at your local colleges and online training on the above topics can help. In other words, start by looking outside our industry for better practices!

An all too common, repeated mistake everyone seems to make is to only listen to the equipment and plate vendors, but how effective has that been going for you? Yes, many of you feel that you have developed a close and trusting relationship with them and they have witnessed many different operations.

But be honest with yourself and ask, “When the last time any of the vendors told you that you were making serious mistakes and really challenged your current practices?” The answer is never. The last thing they want to do is possibly threaten a future sale. Also, they tend to go with the latest popular practice that some of the so-called industry leaders are embracing without truly understanding the pros and cons. A disheartening example of this is witnessing clients explain how their three-man assembly team easily outpaced their very

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of all the equipment being offered. Sometimes no new equipment is needed when processes are changed.  "Every component manufacturer looks to their plate/equipment supplier to help them solve some particular area of their production, like a new saw or table. Todd was able to look at our existing equipment, explain how to get more with what we have without changes, or modify what we have to get even more and finally recommend different types of new equipment purchases to get the most for our money. He gave us multiple alternatives with different level of risk and potential gains. Ultimately, we were presented with multiple clear, concise options, for all departments that covered the both ends of the monetary spectrum. This pleased us to no end." Taft Ketchum, PDJ Components  Linear Saw Time Spreadsheet – 11 different types for expected productivity. Large productivity differences!

expensive, brand-new linear saw for common-run trusses. Yet the latest trend is to advise everyone to have a dedicated linear saw with a build team for all of the cutting and assembly lines. (See December’s article: Increasing Net Profit While Sacrificing Labor Efficiencies?)

This may seem odd, but what about learning from someone who actually makes a living by giving advice and challenging your current practices: someone who’s actual, full-time occupation is to constantly read, review, and test the best practices within our industry and can teach your people better methods? A person, who, when offering advice, must back up the advice with proven methods that follow all of the lean-manufacturing and time-study practices. That person is me. I am a paid, lean-manufacturing consultant who has spent an entire week in 85+ different companies.

Just imagine the knowledge anyone could garner if they spent that kind of time in 85+ different companies, challenging their practices and offering solutions. One tends to learn from each consult and take that new information to the next. But just a warning about other services: a free consultation from some outside consultants is like a cheap public defender: not worth the time, even though they were free. The most common statement I have heard from clients is, “You sure are not the typical B.S. consultant(s) we tried before. It is obvious to everyone you are a truss guy and know what you are talking about.” Always get referrals and do your due diligence before wasting your time and money on any consultant. Like any other investment, it is all about the return you get for the time and money you spent versus what you actually gained. The good ones are worth every penny.

Long story short, pride can blind us all from seeing and learning things from a new perspective. Expecting different results from doing the same thing is foolish. Instead, we should all be smart enough to know that we do not know everything, and that we should look to others to find that missing knowledge and better ideas.

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New, table-guided (NO rail) gantry system by Square 1 Manufacturing, 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. New 24" diameter gantry heads feature raised operator platform, heavy-duty steel roll with 4" shaft, baffles and heavy-duty spherical bearings, dual 7.5 HP braking gear motors for a total of 15 HP, easy adjusting bogie wheel assemblies, safety bars, Wampfler "finger safe", under-table-mounted electrical supply and optional soft start drive. Square 1 Manufacturing 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.

Price: $(Based on required configuration) :: FOB IN.

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WALL PANEL EQUIPMENT

IBS 12' x 16' Squaring Table Only • Wall Panel Lengths up to 16’ • Powered Height Adjustment (3’-11” to 2’-3” wall heights) • Manual Squaring Stops • 110 Volt / 1 Phase • Excludes: Panel/Router Bridges, Plant Net Computer & Enclosure $9,400 FOB MO Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Viking Framing Station Viking 38’ framing station with walk through design includes H.D. stud locators (16” & 24” centers), skate wheel ejectors, Powered tool carriages with three (3) tools per side, Auto-Plate Stops, and dual operator controls. Once staged the framing sequence is event driven, including 2x4 or 2x6 material size System allows assemblers to work from both the top and bottom chord for increased productivity. Builds walls from 4' to 12’-0” high. System support, and installation available from the OEM. 480 volt, 20 Amp, 3 phase electrical. 15 CFM air at 100 PSI. Price: $43,990 :: FOB OH Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990

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

$7,900 FOB NE 2008 Hain 12' x 16' Framing Table • Wall Lengths up to 16’ • Powered Height Adjustment (8’ to 12’ wall heights) • Single Gun Tool Dollies (excludes nail guns) • Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor • Ball Screw Telescoping System (Repeatable to .015”) • Retractable Plate Clamps • 110 Volt / 1 Phase • Includes 20’ of Roller/Skatewheel Conveyor $15,500 FOB AZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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800-382-0329 | www.wasserman-associates.com NEW PortaFramer 16' x 7'-9" to 10'-6" Trailer Mounted Wall Framer 2" Ball Coupler. Safety Chains with Hooks. 2,000 Lb Jack with Wheel. Wheel Fenders. 12" White Spoke Wheels. Primed & Painted White. Galvanized Platform Stands. Galvanized Rollers & Cross Members. Stainless Steel Guide Pins on 16" Centers. Stainless Steel Air Cylinders.

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2005 Viking ADT Wall Panel Framer Price: $30,890 :: FOB MI Condition: Good Category: Wall Panel Description: Viking framing station with PreStage table.

Framing station model PS-1000, includes stud locators (16" & 24" centers), skate wheel ejectors, walk-through aisles, 1/2 HP motor and two powered tool carriages. From the OEM's literature: "Discharge speed of 12" per second. Once staged the framing sequence is event driven: tools fire as the staged assembly enters the framing area from the PreStage table. System allows laborers to work from both the top and bottom chord for increased productivity.

Builds walls from 4'-2" to 12'-0" high, in lengths up to 20' long." Sold new for $132,000. System support and installation available from the OEM. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. 16 CFM air at 100 PSI. Tools not included.

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Panels Plus Wall Panel Framer Wall panel assembly equipment for wood or steel wall panels, floor-panels, and related framing components. The 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. Design includes controls at each end of table, squaring stops and pneumatic clamping for consistent wall panel quality.

Frames 2x4 or 2 x 6 walls, with color-coded, steel stud locators at 16 and 24 inches O.C. spacing. Includes pop-up skate wheels for easy transfer of completed wall frame.

Framing table can be configured to receive wall framing light bars, other options include custom buildable wall heights, lengths and auto-indexing of optional 2 or 3 tool carriages.

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

Squaring stations, sub-component tables, conveyors and panel lifts are also available.

Price includes factory installation and training. 50 CFM at 120 psi air. 120 or 230 volt, 1 phase electrical.

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Carlson 9' x 16' Wall Panel Line •Framing Table with Stud Locators, Skatewheel Conveyor & Pneumatic Plate Clamping •Squaring Table with Router Bridge •Sheathing Table with 16 Tool Panel Bridge •Excludes Bostitch Nail Guns on Panel Bridge •Triad CN-4 Sub-Component Nailer $14,900 FOB PA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

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2004 IBS Wall Panel System Intelligent Building Systems (IBS) Complete interior/exterior wall panel line with 6’-4” through 12’-3” wall height capacity. Wall assembly begins with (1) 10' x 10' sub-component lay-out table with skate-wheel lift-outs to Dual Skate-Wheel accumulation conveyor (20').

One (1) 16' long framing table with two-tool tool dollies and dual light bars, Dual accumulation roller conveyor (30') feeds to one (1) 16' long sheathing table with multi-tool/single beam nail bridge with stitchers and laser (no-tilt), Dual out-feed roller conveyor (20') ) Support Equipment includes IBS Handle-Bar style router frame, (1) 24" diameter up-cut saw with 16 ft. Tiger-Stop saw and dust collector, (4) IBS Plant Net terminal enclosures with stands and optical switch, (1) panel lift, and (1) Saw Trax panel saw. Also included (1) Dayton 1/2 ton swing-arm base with 500 lbs. electric hoist and IBS panel lift. 120v & 480 volt, 3 phase electrical, 120 PSI air required. (Photos from previous installation). Price: $69,900, NOW $59,900 Condition: Good, Location: AB.

2006 PortaFramer Mobile Framing Table •Wall Heights from 7’-9” to 10’-6” •Stud Locators at 16” Centers •12” White Spoke Wheels $7,650 FOB MO Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2006 Precision Equipment 28' Gooseneck Roll-Off Trailer • Ta n d e m A x l e s w i t h S p r i n g Suspension • Self Contained Hydraulic Lift • Manual Pin Locks on Rollers • Roller Load Control • Front (Top) Roller • Load Straps & Winches • Steel Wheels with Electric Brakes • 4 New Tires, Other Tires are 50% $14,900 FOB MN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2006 IBS Wall Panel System Intelligent Building Systems (IBS) interior or exterior wall panel production tables 6’-4” through 12’-3” wall height capacity. Includes (1) IBS sub-component nailing station, (1) sub-component lay-out table with skate-wheel lift-outs to (1) 16' long framing table with two-tool tool dollies and dual light bars, (1) 16' long squaring / sheathing table, (1) 16' long sheathing table with single-tool/single beam nail bridge with stitchers, (1) IBS hand-held router frame with Porter Cable router, (1) 24" diameter up-cut saw with 16’ Tiger-Stop and roller conveyor, a second 12' Tiger-Stop, (4) IBS Plant Net terminal enclosures with stands and optical switch, panel lift and all available roller and skate-wheel conveyors with stands and panel lift. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. 120 PSI air. Price: $89,900, Condition: Good, Location: AB

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Load Lifter T-40 Yard Carrier The T-40 Modular Yard Carrier can easily move a modular building off your production line to your staging area in minutes. 50,000 Lb Capacity. 70' Main Rail Length (78'-6" Overall Length). 20" Vertical Lift. 18 HP Gas Engine Power Unit for All Hydraulics.

Rear Lift: Six 5 x 20 Cylinders. Pintle Hitch Coupler. Running Gear: Six 20,000 Lb Heavy Duty Agricultural Spindles & Hubs FOB NE:: $19,500. NOW $18,900 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

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2004 Hot Shot 43' Roll-Off Trailer Hydraulic Raised Roller Bed. GVWR: 24,000 Lbs. Tandem Axle. Tires: 23516. Electric Brakes. Headache Rack.

Manufactured by R & R Truck & Trailer (7-26-04). $9,500 NOW $8,500 FOB IL. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

1999 Haulin 48' Roll-Off Trailer Leaf Suspension with Tandem Sliding Axle. Hydraulic Lift Neck. Air Pin Locks.

DOT is Current (March 2015). Air Brakes with ABS. Brakes are 50%. Tire Size: 25570R22.5. Tires are 6/32” to 14/32”. Hub Meter. Some of the cross members have rust holes. $13,900 FOB MN. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

2000 Prentice Telestik-33 Material Handler 32’-10” Boom. 4,000 Lb Payload. Excludes Truck. $10,000 FOB GA. NOW $8,000 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 FAX: 800-524-4982

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2016……Wait….What?!?!

That was my reaction when I realized last week that 2016 was right around the corner. Well, actually I hit a stark realization around the middle of December when I had a birthday and could not figure out how I got here. You know, to this place in time. It seems like yesterday that I was a hairy legged punk kid racing around on my motorcycle. But, that is another story.

1999 ASI/Haulin 42'-60' So, sitting at my computer to write this article, I started thinking Expandable Trailer about how we all got to 2016. The last 10 years had a little of everything. •Hydraulic Lift Neck We were all riding high when economic disaster struck. Then came the •Sliding Tandem Axles lean years where we all tried to figure out why we bought that last brand new piece of equipment instead of •Air Lift Load Control looking at good used equipment…..oh yes…..I remember…..we were riding high…..making money….letting •DOT is not current ego get in the way of sound business decisions…….that’s it. Then we all focused on pulling in the reins and $8,500 FOB IL. Wasserman & Associates worked hard at staying in business. We learned how to do much more with fewer people. Everyone became 800-382-0329 more productive and more knowledgeable about their business. Instead of making money by accident we www.wasserman-associates.com became experts in cost control. We all learned how to manage debt service and how to make a profit in the toughest of times. Then as things started to come back economically we would not let ourselves be deceived.

We were absolutely going to be more cautious. We were going to maximize efforts with existing equipment and be certain that we needed more before even looking at a purchase. Could we squeeze another board foot of production from existing equipment? So, here we are.

In speaking with a number of equipment manufacturers and salespeople I have learned a great deal. One of the things I learned is that I have a friend that must be an equipment savant. He called it way before anyone else. He said, “Look, everyone has been holding off on buying equipment. When the economy stabilizes the first equipment to be purchased will be saws. They are all using older technology and they will want to 2015 Precision Equipment get more productivity with a newer saw.” He was correct. First, all of the used saws left the market. They Roll-Off Trailers sold out quickly. A lot of good solid used equipment went overseas. It didn’t take long before orders for 40', 48' and 53' Fixed Lengths. 36' to 51', new saws started piling up. All of my friends in the saw business tell me they are 9-18 months out on saw 42' to 60', 46' to 64', 50' to 70' and 53' to 80' deliveries. I know, right?......it sounds absolutely insane. My “savant buddy” explained his thoughts further Expandable Lengths. 102" Wide. Air Lift by saying, “Pressing equipment, like gantry systems, will last a while longer, if maintained properly.” That ICC Bumper. Self Contained Hydraulic is true. Most pressing equipment will outlast a saw. But, now that we have some positive growth behind us, Power Unit. Spring Loaded Composite component manufacturers will start looking at upgrading presses and other production equipment. Finding Fenders. Dual Rear Rollers. New Low Pro Tires. Air Operated Roller Pin Lock System. the right equipment is the primary concern.

Air Operated Load Control System. Sliding In the past we all witnessed companies automating simply for the sake of automation. They didn’t really Air Ride Suspension. Strobe Lighting. improve their throughput, they just automated and capacity remained static. A lot of companies automated Mesh Between All Rollers. Patented Load before the downturn and took on a pile of debt. This forced some of those companies out of business. Lifts. LED Lighting System. ExtendThey couldn’t manage the debt load when the economy moved in a negative direction. I place a lot of the a-Rail. 4" x 35' Load Straps. Patented responsibility on slick salespeople that didn’t evaluate the need of the manufacturer. They were simply making Strap Locks. Strap Winches. Dove Tail a sale. Of course, the buyer must take some responsibility as well. Evaluate your need. Do you really need on Rear of Trailer. Hydraulic King Pin the most automated, most expensive piece of equipment? What is the return on investment? Can you reduce Plate. Removable Headache Rack. 7 Way labor with the new equipment? Will the new equipment increase productivity? Do you have other bottlenecks Receptacle on Rear of Trailer. Split Rollers.

Sliding Winch System. Aluminum Tool Box. that limit your productivity? These are all questions that must be asked and answered before deciding on any Trailer is Sandblasted & Primed with PPG purchase. That goes for buying new or used equipment.

Polyurethane Paint Wasserman & Associates There are a lot of very bright people out there working as consultants that can provide an objective 800-382-0329 outside perspective. Yes, it costs money to have consultants provide an evaluation and recommendation. But, www.wasserman-associates.com it could be far less expensive than overreaching on a piece of equipment that isn’t going to provide the result you are trying to achieve. Reach out to your key people internally and ask for a solid reason for a new piece of equipment. Also, use your relationships with key suppliers for their opinion. If they have the best interest of your business in mind they will give you good solid information and not try to simply make another sale.

Many of your suppliers have worked on both sides of the industry and have experience that could be very helpful in evaluating needs.

So, there we have it. How we got here and how we should move forward. Move deliberately. Move cautiously. Make investments in your business carefully and with as much input as you can. Be certain that if the economy takes a step back (as it most surely will) that you have your debt structured in such a way that you will be able to remain in business and profitable. It all sounds pretty simple. Make a sign and post it in places you will see it every day. The sign should be simple. Mine simply says, “Think”. Those of you that Th e know me must be wondering about that……now, about that motorcycle story…..

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UsiFab Chord Splicer

UsiFab chord splicer splices 2"x3" through 2"x6" lumber.

Presses the lumber together prior to imbedding plates. Imbeds plate lengths up to 13 inches. Features heavy-duty tubular frame, dualrecessed, simultaneous-activation buttons, guarded motor, sprockets and a 3 HP motor. 600 volt, 3 phase electrical. Price: $8,990, Condition: Good, Location: QC.

2009 Virtek 3 Head Laser Projection System Model LPS-7RS4 Heads with Cables.

Serial Numbers 09077244, 09077245 & 09077246. Computer with Enclosure. Excludes: Virtek Software License & Service Agreement. $39,500 USD FOB QC. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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

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

2009 EnDiSys / Graco Foam Insulation System EnDiSys Model 3004240B. Skid Mounted Graco Reactor H-25 Hydraulic, Heated, Plural Component Proportioner. Maximum Flow Rate: 22 Lb/Min. Maximum Fluid Working Pressure: 2,000 PSI. Reactor Portable Dispense System (Manual Contol).

230 Volt / 3 Phase. Two 100 Gallon Heated Tanks. Drum Agitators (Both Sides). Feed Pumps. Recirculation System for Hose and Reactor. 150’ Heated Hose with 10’ Whip.

Out of Service (Stored Inside). $19,500 Now $17,000 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

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

•Pressure Pump & Vessel. •Lightly Used.

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2008 OMGA Finger Jointing Line Price: $29,900 NOW $24,900:: FOB CO Model FJL100M, refurbished by Monet in 2010. This complete system includes OMGA JL 100M finger joint cutting head, shaper unit, OMGA PR 100/3.2 hydraulic press, OMGA INK F-100 glue station, and TITEN finish planer of unknown age, used for producing finger joint stud material from cut off scrap material. 480v, 3Ph power.

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

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

Rand Chord Splicer

Rand Roll-Splicer, splices 2"x3", 2"x4", and 2"x6" lumber with a 3-4 second cycle time. Presses the lumber together prior to imbedding plates. Imbeds plate lengths up to 19 inches. Features heavyduty tubular frame, dual-recessed, simultaneous-activation buttons, guarded motor and sprockets, external lubrication points and a 3 HP motor. Footprint of 59" long x 42" wide. Includes 10' infeed and 20' outfeed conveyor, 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. Price: $10,490, Condition: Good, Location: QC Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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

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

New Square 1 Rolsplicer New 2014 Square 1 Rolsplicer splices 2"x3", 2"x4" and 2"x6" lumber with a 3-4 second cycle time. Presses the lumber together prior to imbedding plates. 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. 240 or 480 volt electrical. $15,500. FOB IN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.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 $770.00 per 10’ Section of Heavt Duty Roller Conveyor with Stands Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2005 Panels Plus Sub-Component Nailer Remote Clamping & Nailing (Foot Pedal Control). Maximum Clamp Opening: 17” x 17 1/2”. On/Off Switches and Tac Valves (detects lumber for safety) for each nail gun. Pop-up Squaring Stop. Four Duo-Fast Nail Guns. 5’ Infeed & 5’ Outfeed Roller Conveyor. Electrical: 120 Volt / 1 Phase.

Air: 20 CFM at 90 PSI. Low Hours. $9,000 FOB PA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wassermanassociates.com

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 Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Sullair ES-8 Screw Air Compressor/Tank/Dryer Sullair 20 HP model ES-8 screw type air compressor with Large 200 PSI tank and Sullair SR-175 air dryer. $8,890 FOB OH. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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

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

2003 Triad Smart Stair Router System CNC (computer numeric controls), menudriven machine cuts 2x10 & 2x12 standard stair profiles w/touch screen controls. Two HD routers cut top or bottom stringer only, or both stringers simultaneously. Smart Stair Router accommodates standard stair profiles, no riser profiles, split stringers & open stringers with hardwood or softwood settings; cuts top or bottom stringers or both simultaneously. Features (2) HD 2 HP belt driven routers w/1/2" capacity collets, (2) stepper linear actuators for cutting profiles, (1) servo/stepper drive wheel for indexing, 628 lb. vertical clamp, 352 lb. horizontal clamp, industrial computer, and 4-axis motion controller.

System includes 2260 Wedge & Glue Block Cutter to mix stacks of 1x and 2x materials in the same hopper.

Cuts (2) wedges out of 1x material and (1) wedge out of 2x material w/walkaway hands-free operation. Capable of cutting glue blocks; bag-style dust-vacuum system included. Includes Triad stair assembly clamp for easy jigging of staircase assemblies. Accomodates up to 16 risers with a maximum width of 50".

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

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Lumber Market Strategy Report Card: How Did Layman's Lumber Forecasts Do In 2015?

A couple of weeks ago Thom McAnally, publisher of Component Advertiser, asked if I would write a summary of how following Layman's Lumber Guide Forecasts helped/ or could have helped you in 2015. My first inclination was to create the graph below to determine that 37 of 52 weeks, our lumber market moved as forecasted...in sync with the Forecasted Decision Points trend...71% of the time. That forecast is projected weekly...one year in advance. Not too shabby.

Then it occurred to me that this did not answer Thom's question.

"How did, or could, Layman's Guide forecasts help you?"

When I first began publishing a lumber market analysis back in 1985, my focus was on when buyers, even producers, should accumulate or liquidate excessive inventory to take advantage of the major up or down trends. As the years passed, taking those risky positions has become less palatable for lumber buyers.

Inventory turns have become more important. Therefore, my suggested strategies have evolved to include long term, as well as timely, weekly recommendations.

The graph below shows where the long term forecasts hit and where they missed in 2015. What it does not illustrate is how "you", specifically, can benefit from Layman's Lumber Guide on a weekly basis.

Regardless of the long term forecasts, the weekly strategies hone in on whether you should buy early in the coming week in rising markets, or late in the coming week in falling markets.

Why is that so important? On weeks that prices change, that average change is $9 per thousand board feet...either up or down. That is over $200 per truckload to be made or saved. How many trucks of lumber did you buy in 2015? That is how Layman's Lumber Guide can, and will, help you.

2016 will be an exciting year for housing and softwood framing lumber. Production is under control. Mortgage rates are creeping higher. Housing is gaining upward momentum.

Not only is Layman's Guide your only weekly lumber market forecast, it is your best. There is no other weekly and long term lumber market forecast that projects when prices will change direction, rise and fall, and accelerate momentum. The weekly buying strategies will help you keep your inventory turns and take advantage of price volatility.

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Las lesiones de la espalda constituyen una de cada cinco lesiones relacionadas con el trabajo en California. Las lesiones a la espalda que resultan en incapacidad no son chiste para los trabajadores que pierden horas de trabajo o de actividades personales. La triste verdad es que la Back injuries account for about one in every five job-related injuries mayoría del dolor y el tiempo perdido pueden evitarse si se sabe cómo in California workplaces. Disabling back injuries are no laughing matter funciona la espalda y cómo levantar de forma segura los objetos pesados for workers who lose time from work or from personal activities. The para protegerse la espalda. sad truth is that most of the pain and lost time can been prevented if you La espalda es una red frágil de ligamentos, discos y músculos que are aware of how the back functions and how to lift safely to protect pueden lastimarse con facilidad. El diseño complejo de la espalda deja de your back. funcionar correctamente cuando se le fuerza a ejecutar actividades para

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Safe Lifting Techniques

The back is a network of fragile ligaments, discs, and muscles which can easily be thrown out of order. The back’s complex design breaks down when it’s forced to perform activities it was not designed to do. Lifting with the back twisted or bent just begs for a pulled muscle or ruptured disc. One sure way to risk injuring the back is to lift heavy or bulky loads improperly or unassisted. Never be afraid to ask for help with loads that you know you cannot lift safely. Lift with good sense and a little extra help from a co-worker or mechanical aid when necessary.

las cuales no ha sido diseñada. Levantar objetos pesados con la espalda doblada es una forma fácil de estirarse un músculo o romperse un disco de la columna vertebral. Una manera sin falla de lastimarse la espalda es levantar un objeto pesado o voluminoso incorrectamente o sin ayuda.

Nunca tenga temor de pedir ayuda para levantar objetos que usted sabe que no es capaz de levantar en forma segura por sí solo. Levante los objetos pesados aplicando el buen juicio y con la ayuda de un compañero de trabajo o ayuda mecánica cuando sea necesario.

Si usted decide que es capaz de levantar una carga ligera, asegúrese de levantarla de la forma correcta.

If you decide you are capable of lifting a light load, make sure you lift correctly.

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Move in so that your feet are close to the base of the object to be lifted.

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Face the object squarely.

Bend your knees and squat over the item to be lifted.

In this position, the back gets added lifting strength and power from the legs and arms.

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Move up close to the item, because the backbone must act as a supporting column, and it takes the least strain close in.

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Tilt the item on edge with its long axis straight up so that the center of the weight is as high as possible above the ground.

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Still squatting, the feet should be set with legs pointed right at the load, with the back straightened, the worker may then grasp the load with both arms and slowly stand up with it, pushing up with the leg muscles. If you can’t lift slowly, you can’t lift safely.

A good way to learn the right from the wrong way to lift is to practice lifting correctly a few times. You will notice that the correct way to lift is the easiest way to lift the load, with the least strain and awkwardness.

To lift the wrong way will, over time, cause injury and pain. The back can be damaged quickly but can take a long time to heal.

• Colóquese de manera que tenga los pies cercanos a la base del objeto a levantar.

• Sitúese directamente de cara al objeto. Doble las rodillas y haga cuclillas sobre el objeto a levantar. En esta posición, la espalda recibe la potencia de izar adicional que le brindan las piernas y los brazos.

• Colóquese cerca del objeto, porque la columna vertebral debe funcionar como una columna de apoyo, y estando cerca del objeto recibe menos esfuerzo.

• Gire el objeto hasta tener el eje longitudinal vertical para que el centro de gravedad esté lo más alto posible sobre el suelo.

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Aún de cuclillas, los pies y las piernas deben estar apuntando a la carga, con la espalda recta, el trabajador debe sujetar la carga con ambos brazos y pararse lentamente, haciendo la fuerza con los músculos de las piernas. Si no se levanta lentamente, no se está levantando de manera segura.

Una buena manera de diferenciar entre el método correcto y los incorrectos de levantar es practicar la forma correcta varias veces.

Observará que con el método correcto es más fácil levantar la carga, con el menor esfuerzo y menos torpeza. Con el tiempo, el levantar objetos pesados incorrectamente puede ocasionar lesiones y dolor. La espalda se puede lastimar en un instante y tomar mucho tiempo para sanar.

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

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

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

Relocation: VA ID: C14506 Remote Truss Designer As Design Manager: Managed a design staff of eight people ensuring that workload was distributed and projects were completed in a timely manner. Worked with production manager and dispatcher to insure that work was prioritized accordingly. Trained new employees and coached existing technician in the use of MiTek design software and encourage them to use problem solving skills to come up with value engineered design solutions. Tracked incident information relating to design and fabrication issues so that management could focus on areas where process improvements or additional training are needed.

As Designer: Designed roof and floor trusses on both tract homes and high end custom work. Interacted with both salespeople and customers on a daily basis to provide accurate layouts and truss designs.

Relocation: OR ID: C14497 Designer/Production/Estimating/Inside Sales - Truss/Loose Lumber 6 years truss industry experience. 3 in design using MiTek and 3 in production, starting as a builder, stacker, sawyer, forklift operator, then into supervision and production manager. Started learning design, estimating and inside sales 3 years ago. All at the same company. Is working toward an engineering degree. Software includes MiTek 20/20 & eFrame, Optiframe, and CadWorks. Products include Floor and Roof Trusses, and loose lumber.

Thom's Notes: We tested this candidate and his results confirm a solid 3.5 years skill level but he only had a Construction Master, no software. Not easy with only 3 years experience. I think this candidate is a hidden find!

Relocation: AZ, CA, CO, NV, OR, WA, AB ID: C10879 PHONE: 800-289-5627

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Available Candidates Truss Designer | Wall Panel Designer Wall Panel Designer | Remote Wall North Carolina Panel Designer 5 years truss design experience - focused Experienced candidate in the design and on floor and roof trusses and connectors. production of a variety of commercial wall I designed trusses and engineered wood panel jobs; small single and multi-unit retail beams for many residential, commercial, structures, medical care facilities, assisted multifamily, hotels, and developments. Once living structures and multi-unit multi-level the design was completed I would provide a apartment and hotel buildings. Coordinate detailed estimate/quote to the customer, and panel designs with truss and EWP designers assist in the final price negotiations. Once as well as loose material estimators for accepted a detailed cutting and stacking list supplying complete framing packages. was provided for the builders in the shop.

Prior whole house design using AutoCAD. I provided technical support as needed to Current in MiTek's Sapphire. Some truss builders. Jobsite visits were required from design experience but focus is wall panels. time to time for updates problem solving etc.

I spent some time training a couple of new people over those years. MiTek, AutoCAD, Relocation: MD I-Joist software experience, not on Sapphire.

ID: C14505 Remote Truss Designer Design Roof and Floor trusses from blueprints. Engineer and send to production finished designs along with placement schematic and hanger info. Additionally, I had to engineer LVL beams for floor truss schematics. Has been out of design since the crash, but scored "Average" with only a Jobber. Considering average equals 15 years of experience, he should be able to get back up to speed quickly. Prior MiTek, some Alpine and Truswal, CAD, I-Joist, Beam, and Microsoft Office software experience.

Relocation: IN, KY, NC, OH, TN, USA South, VA, WV ID: C13446 Truss Design/Estimating Truss Estimator/Designer. - Intermediate.

Candidate has 10 years industry experience and 10 years experience in this position.

Products include floor trusses and roof trusses. Markets include single family, single family custom, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. Primary duties include design, layout, optimization, and takeoff. Secondary duties include checking others work, repairs, customer service, inside sales, field measurements, software maintenance, training, and filling in for the Design Manager as needed. Software experience includes MiTek and I am willing to learn new software. Education: High School Graduate and Associates degree in Arch Tech.

Compensation desired $50,000: Salary.

Motivating factors: advancement, compensation, benefits, and job security.

Relocation: AB, USA - ALL States, AZ, BC, Canada - Eastern, CO ID: C10132

Prior experience: Design wall panels (some roof and floor trusses) for residential developers, multifamily, hotels, and assisted living buildings. I had regular contact with the builders, engineers, and architects. Once the design was completed I would provide a detailed estimate/quote to the customer, and assist in the final price negotiations.

Once accepted a detailed cutting, stacking diagrams and other paperwork was sent to the manufacturing shop.

Thom's Notes: Although the candidate has been out of the truss design job since 2007, he has remained in an architectural design, teaching and designing, and his test results show. Scored above average, faster than average, and only used a calculator and CAD. He is one of the best retread candidates I have seen this year.

Txt: C14465 to 406-210-1226 or call 800-289-5627 x1 Truss Designer | Truss Design Manager | Estimator | Estimating Manager Relocation: IL, IN, MI, OH Manage the design/engineering & estimating departments. Supervising 3-8 designers in roof and floor truss design/ engineering and I joist design. Coordinate truss repair drawings and timber truss designs. Personally manage large builder accounts. MiTek Sapphire, prior Alpine, Keymark, TeeLok. This candidate will work remotely and has some relocation areas acceptable.

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January 1st, 2016 #09198 Page #40 Design/Operations Manager Truss/Panel - Wood/Steel As Operations Manager: Responsible for all aspects of a major component manufacturing facility, including: profit/loss accountability, budgeting, inventory control and compliance with company policies in all facets of the facility's operations. Recorded a 4% profit, based upon sales, within three months of assuming the leadership position.

Responsible for a staff in excess of fifty persons including: engineering, sales, office, delivery and production personnel.

As Design Manager: Directly supervised and managed the engineering department staff of eight. Department was responsible for creating engineering and layout drawings for all orders. Scheduled and reviewed all work to ensure it was completed within company guidelines.

Led the conversion to MiTek 20/20 design software and MiTek MBA for order entry and quoting. Responsible for the setup and implementation of updated Quality Control program and established design and training standards for engineering staff and lead production personnel. Worked closely with manufacturing to facilitate the assembly and erection processes through the layout and design of components.

Relocation: MI, USA - Eastern, USA South, MD, VA ID: C11927 Senior Truss Designer + Panel/EWP/I-Joist/Framing Package Candidate has 15 years industry experience, 4-5 years experience in this position, and 10 years in subordinate positions leading to this position. Products include floor trusses, roof trusses, wall panels, I-Joists, EWP, hardware, and complete framing packages.

Markets include tract, single family, single family custom, multi-family, and light commercial. Primary duties include design, layout, optimization, cutting/production documents, and takeoff. Secondary duties include checking others work, customer service, inside sales, software maintenance, network administration, training, and filling in for the Design Manager as needed. Software experience includes MiTek, Truswal, Comsoft/IBS, TJ Expert, AutoCAD, and I am willing to learn new software.

Relocation: CA, TN, WA Txt: C10199 to 406-210-1226 or call 800-289-5627 x1 Plant/Location/General Manager-Truss Relocation: AZ Over 20 years experience including P&L responsibility for a truss manufacturing facility producing $18M, multiple shifts, 150+ employees. Very stable with a career track from Production. Computer literate, Microsoft Office.

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STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL! Truss/Wall Panel/Management Plan direct & control daily operations of wall panel & floor panel division. I Provided a complete plant layout and directed the installation and start-up of a 2004 PanelPlus wall panel line. Evaluate productions, plan and manage budgets and direct QC inspections. Provided wall panel designer training & developed design, production & quality control guidelines. Oversee the analysis of data and information and report to upper management. Provided Site supervision & training for home builders and framing contractors. Lead the planning, pricing, scheduling, administration, implementation & installation of all products, floor panels, wall panels, roof trusses & building materials. A typical 2 story house w/basement (1600 +/- sq./ft.) would be erected in 2-5 days ready for shingles. 20 years experience including Outside Sales, coordinating Estimating, Sales, Design, Production, Delivery and Administrative functions of the truss plant with builders, engineers, architects, home owners, project managers, contractors and store managers. Established work schedules, created designs, layouts and Cad drawings as needed. Supervised up to 3 designers, including training new designers.

Coordinated schedules, manufacturing, delivery, billing and job sign off. Resolved problems including collections as needed.

Proficient with MiTek, OptiFrame, and Microsoft Office software.

Relocation: AK, BC, ID, MT, OR, CO ID: C11220 Thomas McAnally Personal Recruiter 800-289-5627 x1 www.thejobline.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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Hiring Zone - Available Candidates Production Manager/Designer/EstimaPlant/Location Manager tor - Truss/EWP/Beams/I-Joist Floor & Roof Truss/Wall Panel Relocation: Virginia Relocation: USA - ALL States Overview: Overview: As Designer: Problem solving with Started in production, working as a builder, incomplete or questionable plans. sawyer, and forklift operator for 16 years.

Verification of roof and floor systems As a working shop supervisor he trained including beam adequacy as specified by 10-20 production workers over 2 years. As architects or engineers. Liaison between production manager, he trained, evaluated company suppliers and customers to local and suppervised 25 to 35 production area codes compliance inspectors and plans employees. Responsible for reporting of examiners. Development, manipulation, and lumber inventories and purchasing of plates modification od estimating subroutines in and hangers. Maintained production levels computer software to ensure profitability to meet customer's needs. Increased roof of work. Maintenance of all default and and floor production and lowered labor rates variable software was kept up to date from through hand-on training and leadership a codes standpoint. Hardware order and for 7 years. For the last 5 years he has been inventory control. Taking and verifying responsible for production operations of field dimensions. Verification of contract entire plant. Accountable to owner for the necessities and criteria for commercial productivity and profitabilityof the plant. applications in private, state, and federal In charge of all day-to-day operations areas. This includes contract negotiations, of production, inventory management, addenda, plans changes, and documents worker supervision and OSHA regulatory for proper design, manufacture, and compliances. Hired, trained, evaluated delivery of products. Company quality and managed a work force of 40 people, control representative to TPI (Truss- including 2 supervisors At one time had 3 Plate Institute). Including inspections, for shifts. Led company to 28.4 million BFT of verification of product to national standards. production at 94.1 BFT per man hour.

Estimate, Design, optimize, layout and when necessary consult with production Compensation: $70-80K and shipping on orders for wood roof Txt: C11504 to 406-210-1226 trusses, floor systems, and accompanying or call 800-289-5627 x1 beams and hardware. Software: BC Framer, Truss Plant/Location/General Manager FASTBeam, I-Joist, MiTek, Simpson, TJ Truss and Components Plant Manager with Beam, Microsoft Office. over 15 years of experience in the truss Txt: C12286 to 406-210-1226 industry who is looking to apply knowledge or call 800-289-5627 x1 gained while continuing to develop and Production/Design/Location Manager - grow within the management sector.

Truss/EWP/Package As Plant Manager: Create programs to Design and manage all truss operations. motivate employees to achieve peak purchase all lumber and plates. Arrange productivity. Hire, train, discipline and payment and shipping. Troubleshoot every terminate employees. Order lumber and all aspect including machinery. Implemented production materiel. Coordinate weekly our OSHA safety plan and requirements. production, sales and safety meetings.

Print invoices and remove material from Research cost on purchasing new equipment. active inventory using peach tree software. Attended monthly city council meetings to Set up new customer accounts and validate ensure codes were followed. Oversee credit references. Design wood and steel development of truss fabrication facility. joists and headers. Assist customer project Ensure compliance with Cal OSHA and problems for the best economical and Dot. Oversee shipping and optimize freight costs. Responsible for training leads and practical solution. supervisors on company policy’s. Program Prior: Truss design and supervise. Purchase and operate computerized equipment. building material. Arrange billing and shipping from start to finish. From the Proficient with Microsoft Programs, Excel, small detached garage to the large apartment Word, Outlook, ERP software Team growth and development through complex, I have done them all...

Relocation: CA effective feedback and ongoing mentorship Excellent communication skills ID: C12276 Experience working with: Metal, Polymer ATTENTION EMPLOYERS Blends, Components, Finished Product We have over 1,000 Assembly, Clean Room, etc. registered Industry Professionals.

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January 1st, 2016 #09198 Page #41 Designer/Remote Designer - Truss Relocation: Georgia Design and engineer roof and floor truss systems for residential, commercial and multifamily applications using Alpine AutoCAD design software. Communicate with builders, architects, and engineers to obtain initial truss design and follow up to ensure proper delivery and instillation and repairs if needed. Responsible for design, engineering, repairs, installation guides, job quotes and pricing takeoffs for some of the company's largest customers. Inspection of truss installation, placement and loading conditions at specific job sites in order to ensure customer satisfaction.

Txt: C12154 to 406-210-1226 or call 800-289-5627 x1 Outside Sales/Technical - Truss Relocation: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, USA Western, Utah, Wyoming, Iowa, Oklahoma, Texas.

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

Compensation: Mid $30's base plus commission.

Txt: C10234 to 406-210-1226 or call 800-289-5627 x1 Design Manager/Senior Designer - LGS Relocation: New Jersey, New York Overview: As GM: Restructured, organized and currently managing the truss department for the company. Estimating and overseeing all truss estimates valued between $20,000 - $2,000,000. Designing and supervising truss designs for all running projects.

Managing projects including supply only and installations. Inventory control including ordering and maintaining approx. $200,000 stock material. Coordinating with Engineers and Architects on design/builds, loading and calculations. Sales coordination through proposal follow-up's, customer design meetings and jobsite tours.

As Estimator/Senor Designer: Estimating and design of truss projects. Project management. Coordination of third party engineering, subcontractor installations and material ordering. Always learning and looking for more efficient and economical business practices. Helped restructure the department to become accountable and more profitable.

Txt: C12165 to 406-210-1226 or call 800-289-5627 x1

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The Last Word...

Enriching Our Work From a Distance

This time of year, when most job changes occur, we need to especially engage our remote employees.

We must nurture, retain and recruit more of these people who don’t have an office, but have become the backbone of many companies. Truss designers, bookkeepers, and IT people increasingly work very effectively at home. While technology is the great enabler of this trend, it is no substitute for face-to-face interaction.

As we begin a new year, having just spent more time with our families, we may feel more anxious about our jobs. We realize that our ability to provide for our families depends in large part on our relationship with our bosses and coworkers. To those of us fortunate few, our company has been part of our lives longer than the family we live with.

Having been outside of an office for 30+ years, here is what I work hard to be: 1. Pro-active. My job is to find out, and not wait for someone to tell me.

2. Grateful. Express gratitude for orders received, work done, and opportunities received.

3. Contributor. Doing more than asked. Adding something more than what is required.

4. Rewarding. Paying compliments at times least expected, not just when something is done for me.

5. Personal. Set aside time to be personally with your boss and those who report to you.

6. Nurturing. Discussing how to improve on shortcomings.

The hardest, least practiced, but most long-lasting attribute is the final one; nurturing. This is criticism with a purpose. I remember the very few times in my career that someone nurtured me after I made a serious mistake at work. But I remember even more vividly when I was fired or demoted. After my bruised ego recovered somewhat, I was usually able to understand, and eventually accept, or even thank my boss for helping me improve.

To test your application of the above attributes, ask yourself the following questions: A. Do you always speak of your employer in the first person using the pronouns “I” or “we”, never “they”?

B. Do you say “I’ll find out” when you don’t know the answer to a question instead of passing the buck.

C. Do you ever accuse someone as being a poor communicator, when you should have known to ask?

D. Did you go out of your way to resolve a problem or conflict, rather than just reacting?

E. Do you ask your boss and the people who report to you, “How am I doing?”

Managing just yourself, or a group of people, is a challenging task. But this New Year will be better if we all make a conscious effort to practice at it.

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

Next Month: The importance of measuring our work.

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3/2‐3/2016 Structural Building Components

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8/22‐26/2016 World Congress on Timber

Vienna, Austria

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Biloxi, MS

www.gocsa.com/annual‐conference‐expo

10/5‐7/2016 Gulf Atlantic Building Products Expo 10/18‐21/2016 Building Component Manufacturers

Kissimee, FL Knoxville, TN

www.fbma.org www.bcmcshow.com

10/26‐28/2016 METALCON

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TBA Western Building Material Association Portland, OR (WBMA) Annual Convention

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