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Joe Kannapell: Sixty Years of Machines Part XXX: Linear Saws Go with the Flow Cullen Ellis and Chad Wickham – Spida USA: A Retrofit or a New Truss Line – How to Decide Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC: Detailed Process for Implementing an Effective Labor Incentive Program

Cathy Hill – Alpine: Modernized 3D Viewer Tool Helps Component Designers Visualize and Analyze Designs

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Jay P. Jones P.E. – TPI: Time to Review the National Design Standard

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Nancy Mansfield – Pacific Wall Systems: Building in the Boondocks with Wall Panels

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Thomas McAnally – The JobLine: One-Sided Interviews

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Matt Layman – Layman's Lumber Guide: Lumber: “THE” Economic Leading Indicator

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Is Perfect Lumber Required to Make Great Trusses?

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Tracy Roe – Eagle Metal: Preparing for What’s Next in Your Market

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Edmond Lim, P.Eng. – LimTek Solutions: Debunking the “Automation Takes Too Much Space” Myth

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Carl Villella – Acceptance Leasing: Lock in Rates Now with Financing Programs

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Greg Watson: How Much Do You Know About Insulation?

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Simpson Strong-Tie Staff: A Standing Innovation: Fastening Wood to Steel Just Got Easier

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Joe Kannapell – The Last Word On Multi-Family

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

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

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

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

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Managing Uncertainty Anna L. Stamm

Director of Communications and Marketing Component Manufacturing Advertiser.

t seems like every (Pick a word: day, month, year) we attempt to bring order to some chaotic part of our (Pick a word: jobs, homes, lives), only to be thwarted by something we didn’t foresee. Try as we may to maintain consistency, something always interrupts the balance.

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Plan as Best You Can Whether or not you think of yourself as “a planner,” you are one. You have certain expectations and you take actions to keep yourself on course. For example, maybe you didn’t foresee the crazy lumber market—but you’ve been taking action for countless months in response, planning as best you can for the roller coaster ride. Whether you heed expert advice or simply trust your gut, you’re getting yourself from point A to point B. Go ahead and congratulate yourself when you feel like you’re getting things right. On the flip-side though, you don’t have to beat yourself up when you feel like you got something wrong. That’s the nature of uncertainty—you’ll never be right every single time. Planning can help you be “more right” though, so it’s still worth the effort.

Keep It in Perspective (Especially) when things seem to be slipping out of your control, stop for a minute and think about your perspective. Is this the worst thing that could have happened? Probably not. Could something much better have happened? Absolutely! Did it? No. Do you wish circumstances were better? Yes. Okay, so what can you do now to move from this point A to a better point B? Unexpected events can ruin your (Pick a word: day, business, life), but you can’t stop them from happening. All you can do is ride the roller coaster as best you can.

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Push Button Powered Blade Angulations Single Push Button Setting for 2 Blades per Side Electronic Digital Readouts Backup Mechanical Indicators Cuts 4 Angle Webs, Cantilever Webs (2 piece webs) & Square Blocks Magazine Lumber Feed for 3x2, 4x2 and 6x2 Lumber 12 1/2” to 48 1/2” Length Capacity (7” Minimum on Square Blocks) 60 Pieces per Minute (4) Internal 16” Blades & (1) External 16” CutOff Blade Pneumatic Blade Brake on External Blade Dust Hoods Belt Waste Conveyor (under saw) Add $3,900 for 12’ Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) Add $1,800 for Extra Set of Blades 480 Volt / 3 Phase

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Automated (Truss Design Software Download) or Semi-Automated (Touch Screen Entry) Operation All Movements are Computer & PLC Controlled Comprehensive Setup Screens Display Each Piece with Setup Data 22” x 40 Tooth Blade on PAE Cut 1 or 2 Boards up to 20’ (2 Second Plunge Cut) Cut Chords, Webs, Rafters, Wedges & Stair Stringers Cut Long Scarfs by Multi-Plunging Servo Positioning on Infeed, Angle & Outfeed Pusher Over Travel Protection Ink Jet Printer Lumber Optimization Program Belt Waste Conveyor 480 Volt / 3 Phase / 60 Amp Includes 5 Day Onsite Installation & Training Optional Monet DeSauw Live Deck, Bunk Feeder & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor

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Touch Screen User Interface with Backup Mechanical Controls 3 Operating Modes: Auto, Semi-Auto & Manual All 20 Axes of Movements are Computer & PLC Controlled Comprehensive Setup Screens Display Each Piece with Setup Data Anti-Collision & Optimizing Programming Auto Calibration Productivity & Time Tracking Maintenance Diagnostics Variable Speed Conveyor (0-50 Flights per Minute)with Powered Hold Downs (1) 30” x 80 Tooth Blade (27 3/4” Scarf on PAE) (4) 16” x 40 Tooth Blades (13 1/2” Scarf on Centerline) Pneumatic Blade Brakes on all 5 Blades 16 1/2” to 20’ Length Capacity (11” Minimum on Square End Blocks) Vibrating Waste Conveyor Under Saw 480 Volt / 3 Phase Includes 4 Day Onsite Installation & Training Add $2,900 for Extra Set of Blades Optional Live Deck, Label Printer, Ink Jet Printer, Catcher Display & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor.

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

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

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

Another advantage L-M has over the competition is their commitment to personal service with unlimited phone assistance and technical help.

Their team has traveled the country working on crosscut saws for many years and they know their equipment inside and out. L-M is a familyowned business that prides themselves in doing the job right and building long term relationship that is vital to their business: “Built to last as long as our customers since 1946”.

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Sixty Years of Machines Part XXX: Linear Saws Go with the Flow Joe Kannapell

ownstream and upstream, the linear saw continues to improve the flow of truss manufacturing. Increasingly, cutting and assembly are treated as interdependent processes and have begun to be tied together. Jim Urmson started this, others have followed, and a “cut truss-bytruss” paradigm has emerged. In the process, the (circa 1942) Lineberry Carts have become an anachronism.

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In 2005, Jim Urmson added an integrated two-stage bunk-to-table system to his groundbreaking TCT. The first stage, feeding the saw, employed a better, V-wheeled Lineberry, designed for rapid reloading of bunks of lumber. And their compact arrangement foreshadowed Steve Aylsworth’s Ranger RS System (see “Witnessing Integration at BCMC”).

By arranging the units of lumber side-by-side, boards can be pulled from the end of the bunk rather than from the side. Not only does this save the picker’s back, but it also saves him multiple steps moving from bunk-to-bunk. And because of the TCT’s optimization, selecting from longer, more costly lengths can be just as efficient as pulling from lower-priced shorts. Savings also accrue from stocking fewer SKUs and handling less material. These factors combine to lower material and labor costs, and to facilitate the processing of smaller, table-ready batches, without concern for the number of carts that would have otherwise been required.

Urmson’s second stage, sending cut parts down a conveyor instead of onto carts, was pioneered by early TCT adopters, Steve Rothenbach of Forest Products and Mike White of Manning Building Supply. Today, Tim Bennett, Manning’s GM, further leverages the capacity of the conveyor by cutting mainly truss-by-truss. His sawyer stacks webs-on-top-of-chords at the TCT outfeed, bands the cut parts together, and conveys the bundle to one of two build stations. Organizing cut parts this way lessens jig setup and assembly time (see comparison at https://youtu.be/YrSCdxsffa4). The only time Bennett doesn’t cut one truss at a time is for longer runs, which he divides into batches of 10, matching the capacity of the conveyor.

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Urmson’s amazing culmination of these first two stages was a robotic truss assembly line, launched in conjunction with the former ProBuild, then a $6 Billion sales entity. This automated line was developed at ProBuild’s Ocala, Florida facility and added the remaining stages of the assembly process, including splicing of chords, placement of lumber, automatic jigging, and plating (see https://youtu.be/o9tJeCCGAKI). Remarkably, each aspect of Urmson’s implementation predated systems developed in Europe and later deployed in the U.S., as follows: •

Industrial robots to offload lumber and place cut parts onto the jig table. In late 2020, Trussmatic Oy of Finland shipped their first automated system to the U.S. in which robots apply both jigging and cut parts onto an “assembly wall,” and since then have shipped several systems.

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Cam-like mechanisms to move chords into their final positions. In 2015, True House installed Randek AB’s Auto-Eye System which incorporated a conventional auto-puck system.

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Magazine-fed automated plating. The Auto-Eye System added vision technology to achieve more precise locations.

Each of these stages of truss assembly will continue to be tested and refined, and other approaches will come to market. Drexel Building Supply in Wisconsin, for example, announced a $27 Million robotic facility nearly a year ago. Others have taken a more conventional approach to improve material flow. BJ Louws at Louws Truss in Washington and Eric James at Hart Components in Texas have had great success positioning each of their MiTek Blade linear saws opposite a single workstation. They, like Tim Bennett at Manning, cut truss-by-truss and forego some of the throughput of their linear saws in return for greater gains at their truss tables.

Enterprising entrepreneurs will continue to advance automation of our industry, but at a rate dependent on the vagaries of the building cycle. As Keith Fell, retired Toll Brothers Director of Manufacturing, observed recently, “Investments in high tech manufacturing seldom survive a significant downturn.” That’s what waylaid TCT Automation efforts. But significant groundwork has been laid, experimentation continues, and the increasing automation made possible by the linear saw is inevitable.

Next Month: Icing on the Cake

Since 1970, Joe Kannapell has worked as programmer, Chief Engineer, Marketing Manager, and Sales VP for MiTek, plus 7 years at truss plants, retiring at the end of 2020.

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Includes scrap incline. Fully automated setup with full power length and all axis angulation, single sided setup from operator console, 2×3 through 2×12, 12 degree minimum angle to -71.6 maximum angle.

20’ to 2′-4” @ 90°/90°, includes owner’s manual and any available spare parts including [6] spare blades. 208/240/480 volt, 3 phase, 100 Amp, and 120 volt, 1 phase electrical, 100 Amp electrical required, 90 psi air. $14,990 FOB SD Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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NEW! 1998 AUTO OMNI COMPONENT SAW • 5 Blade Automated Component Saw • 1-30", 1-12" and 3-20"Blades cut 2x3 thru 2x12 and 4x2 from 11" to 20'-0" • Computer, Enclosure & Stand • Shaker Waste Pan • Excludes Incline Waste Conveyor • Video Available Upon Request $13,900 FOB MN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

In operation until Aug. ’21. 208/240/480 volt, 3 phase, 100 Amp saw electrical required. 120 volt, 1 phase PC electrical required. $13,970 NOW $9,997 FOB OH Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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SAFETY SPEED MANUFACTURING GYPSUM CUTTER Model DFC-H5 cartridge cutting system for processing DensGlass ®, foam board, plastic or similar substrate materials in widths up to 64″. Dust and noise free for cutting or scoring gypsum material. $6,149 FOB MN Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

PCS 6 Pedestal 16′ x 19′ Live Deck PCS 16′ wide x 19′ long live deck for component saw, handles lumber from 3’ to 20’, 6 rail/pedestal, HD construction, adjustable swivel base feet, easily shipped and installed, 3ph power required. $17,990 FOB PA. Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Safety Speed Cut Model 7000 Panel Saw

Safety Speed Manufacturing model 7000, vertical panel saw, 3 HP induction motor, 64 inch crosscut, 2 inch maximum thickness, accuracy within 1/64th of an inch, 10 foot welded steel frame with integrated stand and linear V-guides, enclosed counterweight system, adjustable vertical and horizontal rules. Quick changes from vertical to horizontal cutting. Includes machined aluminum material rollers, hold down bar, wheels, quick stop gauges and material hold downs. Dust collection ready.

Options available include lower frame extensions, digital readouts, laser guide, stop bar, vacuum and midway fence. 208-230/460 volt, 3 phase electrical (208-230 single phase, 2 HP power optional +$100.00). $9,332 Base, FOB MN.

2008 OMNI MISER II SAW • Automated Truss Length & Angle Cutting (the bevel function has been disabled) • 5 HP Motor with 16" Blade (cuts 2x3 though 2x12 up to 16' in length) • Ink Jet Printer (Two Faces) - Print Heads need repaired • Incline Live Deck • 5 Magazine Feeders - (3) 2x4 and (2) 2x6 • Bunk/Bulk Feeder • Computer with Enclosure & Stand • Excludes Dust Collector $26,900 FOB AZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

• Computer with Enclosure & Stand • Outfeed Table • 240 Volt / 3 Phase • Excludes Dust Collector • Video Available Upon Request

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A Retrofit or a New Truss Line – How to Decide Chad Wickham Eastern Sales and Service Manager

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ecisions, decisions – how do you decide between a retrofit for your plant or upgrading to a new truss line? It’s all about the options.

Let’s Start with the Retrofit Retrofitting an existing table is not for the faint hearted, so it’s important to know you have experts on your side when Spida is retrofitting in the factory. All systems – old to new – have almost the same components and considerations: Tables: so many configured spacings and size options Gantries: tracked, tuck under track, or even the new trackless Ejectors: flat, high lift sloped, extending to outfeed conveyor Receivers or transfer rollers: receivers that extend toward table or transfer rollers Roller outfeed conveyor Finish press Most vintage tables can be modified to accept Spida Auto Jigging rails with some reinforcements and some tinkering (or lots of tinkering) after the slots are cut into the tops and frames. Common table layouts of these systems were a walk-through configuration with 16 to 18 inch walkways and 6–8 ft wide tables, and although that worked wonderfully for manual jigging and handling of trusses, most times this is not the best layout for auto jigging. So, the question to ask is: do we keep the walk-throughs open or put a solid top over the opening that accommodates another auto jig rail? The solid top option helps keep the auto jigging as close to the desired 2 ft on center as possible. Most companies we deal with opt for closing off the walk-throughs and adding auto jigging rails in these areas so that they can achieve better through-put off the table.

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After adding new auto jigging to the existing table, we look at the remaining items that make up a line. Gantry press considerations, how we run the system, if we want the builder climbing up and down off the table after every truss, platform on the gantry, platform with control station to run the gantry like new lines, finish press for reliability – there are so many questions! Importantly, we discuss all of these considerations very early in the design process so that the customer gets the optimal production off the line. Spida Machinery partners with the factory to determine the best fit for your style of work.

As you can see, there is a lot involved in the retrofit of a roof line, with many man hours in the design, build, and equipment fitting process, and also a bit of down time while all equipment is retrofitted electrically, mechanically, and hydraulically.

Evaluating the New Machinery Option If we look at new equipment, there have been innovations added to the functionality of each part of the truss line which increase the productivity of the complete line.

Tables: The tables will be designed and engineered for auto jigging at the desired spacing, as needed, and are now solid top for the length of the system. The tables can also be configured with plastic or metal tops for manual jigging if required.

Gantries: The gantries ride on the tables, so there is no track on the floor allowing for a safer workspace. A walk-on platform has been added to the gantries so the operator doesn’t have to climb up and down off the table – instead the top operator runs the gantry while the guys on the floor gather the next parts.

Ejectors: Some gantry control panels allow the operator to eject the trusses from the jig to free up the workers on the floor. Additional safety systems on the gantries include safety scanners that are programmed specific to the installation, and some know the location on the table to stop the ejectors from coming up and hitting the gantry. The ejectors are now sloped to aid the workers in getting the truss off the tables without injuring their backs.

Transfer rollers: Transfer rollers pull the trusses off the ejectors replacing receivers, with less maintenance all round. Our conveyors are also belt-driven with better guarding for safety.

Finish press: The finish presses have been redesigned and are all built for a long life.

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Most innovations in the new lines are about the capability of making simple to complex trusses and multiple pressing actions across trusses, hips, and jacks at the one time. Safety of the workers is also paramount and this is seen with great vision across the whole truss line, conveyors, and finishing line.

Deciding on Your Best Options Talk to Spida Machinery! We can discuss your requirements and the time you have allowed for your new or retrofit piece of equipment. There is so much to consider, but we have experts on hand to help you through the entire process. We understand your commitment and time capabilities, and we want to help you identify what’s right for you.

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

Allows for 100% embedment on the table, with top & bottom chord pucks in the same slot. TopSider or standard configurations available for conventional kick-leg, walk-thru, or our new trackless 8' and 10' continuous table systems. Systems for other roller & hydraulic gantries are coming soon. Available in new machine installations or for retro-fitting your existing table. The TopSider is exclusively applicable for “kick or flip leg” style truss presses such as the Tri-Axis & Lumbermater® Lumbermater® is a registered trademark of Illinois Tool Works, Inc., or ITW.

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

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USED ALS 276 LINEAR SAW SERVO PARTS & COMPUTER • Used Servo Star CR10251 (3 Available) -$1,100 Each • Used Servo Star CR06251 (3 Available) - $1,100 Each • Used Servo Star Master Controller MCSS-08-6410-004 - $4,000 • Used ALS Windows XP Computer - $1,500 • All Parts - $10,900 • Used parts were removed in "working condition" from the ALS 276 during a saw upgrade FOB AL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

Safety Speed Manufacturing Model 6400 Panel Saw

Safety Speed Manufacturing model 6400 vertical panel saw, 3 HP worm drive motor, 64 inch crosscut, 1 3/4" inch maximum thickness, accuracy within 1/64th of an inch, 10 foot welded steel frame with integrated stand and linear V-guides, enclosed counterweight system, adjustable vertical and horizontal rules. Quick changes from vertical to horizontal cutting. Includes machined aluminum material rollers, hold down bar, wheels, quick stop gauges and material hold downs. Dust collection ready. Options available include lower frame extensions, digital readouts, laser guide, stop bar, vacuum and midway fence. 120 volt. Starting at $5,169 FOB MN.

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NEW! 2006 Virtek Laser MC with Vista M-20 Autoset-V Upcut Saw Virtek Laser MC automated plate cutting/ laser burning layout system is complete with Virtek Laser MC Class IV laser w/computer workstation, Vista model M-20 Autoset-V undertable cut-off saw and infeed table with lumber advance pusher bar, cuts dimensional lumber material and LVL depths from 2″ to 12″ deep, up to 16′ in length, 4″ height with angles from 0 to 75 degrees. Prints on one 3″ face and one 1 1/2″ edge. Includes any available spare parts and two backup PC’s.

Printer accuracy needs repair. Encoder wiring needs repair..

MORE INFORMATION HERE $15,997 FOB OH Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2008 Alpine PF90 Wall Panel Saw 2008 Alpine PF 90 wall panel cutting and marking system. 3.5″ x 12″ maximum cutting profile, Inkjet option, cuts to 16 ft long. From the OEM’s literature, “Effortlessly handles two of the most critical and difficult processes in any wall panel operation – plate cutting and panel layout.

At the rate of 1,000 linear feet per hour or more, uses data from the design software and accurately marks stud, cripple and jack locations, job and panel number, subcomponent and window/door locations, and even sheathing locations on both top and bottom plates simultaneously with ink-jet printing.

MORE INFORMATION HERE $8,499 FOB NY Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

New Monet FWA-500 AC Automated Floor Web Saw Call For Pricing FOB MO Additional Information Here 765-751-9990

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WizardPDS® - Building without limits.

With effectively zero setup time, WizardPDS® lets you build every truss, and any job, faster. Input your truss design to WizardPDS® Gold (from any leading design software), set it up on your table - optimized for your table; and GO! The WizardPDS® is rugged, reliable, and fits any new or existing truss table. Features snap-to pin reassignment (for locating interior features and webs); with options for Truss Projection and Laser Integration. WizardPDS® - build without limits.

Reduces jig setup time by 99% Optimized for your table Rugged and reliable Fits any new or existing truss table Snap-to pin reassignment for locating interior features and webs » Works with all imaging devices: laser, flat panel, projectors » » » » »

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New Monet DeSawyer 2000 Component Saw !

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New, Monet DeSawyer 2000, computerized, five-bladed component saw, sets up in 15 to 17 seconds, can run in manual mode, downloads projects from a network or manually using display screen controls.

Features all powered movements, cuts from 15" 90/90 cuts to 20 foot length, 2 x 3" to 2 x 12" lumber depths and internal brakes are standard. Options include enhanced servo controls featuring autocalibration, catcher's display and either shaker or belt scrap conveyor and incline. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. www.woodtechsystems.com

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2006 Koskovich Omni Miser WFA with WoodRunner Lumber Retrieval

Servo controlled angulation axis of movement for cutting and making wall frame (square & angle cut) components. , “D” Print option (both faces, one edge). Includes 5 HP, 3450 RPM, arbor motor, computer monitor, console, 220/440v 3 Ph, spare blade. The WoodRunner Air Pick automated lumber retrieval system includes a single picking head with 10 bunks and 2 magazines. Includes manuals, all available spare parts and spare servo cards, and WoodRunner software source code. Available March 2022.

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

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

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

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

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$13,149 Base FOB MN Opportunity at expanding truss manufacturing plant for an Production Manager/Yard Foreman position with option to choose between dayshift or nightshift. Roof and Floor Trusses.Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus!

Compensation: $52,000 yr+- plus production bonus.

Relocation assistance available in addition to a two part Safety Speed Manufacturing Model 7400 XL Panel Saw

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

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2003 Monet DeSawyer 2000 Component Saw $47,990 NOW $41,960 FOB OR 2003 Monet DeSawyer 2000 automated 5 blade component saw cuts maximum 20' 2x10 (2x12 maximum if hold downs are moved and re-bolted) lumber with minimum 5° and maximum 144° angles. Shortest 90/90 cut is 16" and shortest four-angle cut is 2'. Includes digital single side setup on touch screen display, scrap incline conveyor, air brakes, user manual with calibration instructions, and all available spare parts and blades (pictured).

Incline conveyor needs repair. Infeed hold downs need to be replaced. PLC and touch screen may need to be replaced. 440 Volt, 3 phase electrical required. Phone and on-site support available direct from Monet DeSauw Inc. at additional cost.

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New Monet DeWall Saw

Monet DeWall 90/90 wall panel marking saw is a computer numeric controlled wall panel saw with touch screen user interface. Cuts and marks up to 2 boards at a time using 2x4 through 2x8 or cuts and marks one board at a time. Call for pricing, FOB MO 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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Detailed Process for Implementing an Effective Labor Incentive Program ne of my clients’ most often asked questions is, “How exactly do we track and implement an incentive program?” Most companies Todd Drummond are willing to pay their manufacturing employees more wages (incentives) based on greater output. Yet, the vast majority of wood truss component manufacturers (CM) fail to understand how to do that properly and effectively.

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If you’re looking for a proven method for increasing output and rewarding employees for their efforts, then look no further. This is my approach for effectively using the TDC truss labor time standards generated by the roof/floor truss programs so that you can have a successful incentive program.

Once the TDC time standards are inputted into your roof/floor truss program, there should be three defined labor groups: 1. Fab – Table Assembly Labor for Fabrication 2. Saw – Cutting Labor 3. Other or Support – Not Table or Saw Labor

Only the Fab and Saw labor groups are used for proper time estimation. The Other/Support group is simply a multiplier of Fab and Saw to account for the labor cost of the support personnel, not a time estimation.

Tracked Time versus Estimated Time Efficiency Estimated Time Divided by Actual Time = Efficiency Example: Estimated 1 Hour ÷ Actual 2 Hours = 50% Efficiency

Tracking Shop Employee’s Time Rules Do Not Include x

Break times

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Any time not related to the task, such as support activities of plate picking, lumber sorting, or lumber picking.

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Any time that is not actually at or on the tables or saws.

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Displayed Time of Fab & Saw – Totals Each, then divided by Qty of Crew shown in each section.

Fab – Table Assembly and Setup Jig Time •

The end time of one batch/job is the start time of the next batch/job. NO GAPS of TIME Between Jobs!

Saw – Saw Cutting Time •

Saws are a support activity for the tables. For example, if the saws are only cutting 50% of the shift and yet able to keep up with the table needs, it matters not. Allow gaps between the End and Start times of projects.

Employee Time versus Time on Work Orders – You will find a consistent gap between the recorded time of work orders versus the employee time cards.

TDC has found that applying 8% across all work orders typically resolves this discrepancy. You will need to adjust to your particular needs.

All labor costs should be fully burdened – You should include all labor costs such as SSN, healthcare, and other costs of labor as part of the total labor costs per hour. Typical for most companies is 130% for each average wage dollar.

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Adjust the Estimated Labor Cost to Match the Actual Labor Cost in the Estimation Program – The estimated labor time creates a baseline for all workstations (tables and saws) that can be evaluated for efficiencies.

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Using a spreadsheet, one can easily derive an average of the estimated versus actual, as shown in the example graph.

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Any tracked batches outside the normal range of the expected estimated time should be reviewed for why it is an outlier. An example would be not including all the personnel within the workstation or missed timestamps.

Failure is Guaranteed if using the wrong labor estimation generated numbers. The labor estimated numbers need to be reliable and steady no matter the type of component being fabricated. !

Guaranteed failure if using material or sale price for labor unit estimation – Seriously, do I have to spell out the problems with the fluctuating costs of material and sales dollars?

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Using board footage for labor estimation is another guaranteed failure. What happens if there are a lot of setups versus large runs? Or what about AG trusses versus hip roof orders? Where is the board foot consistency?

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The piece count method is also a guaranteed failure for labor-generated numbers. Using an “average” setup time estimation for any piece creates too low estimation for short runs (many setups) and far too much labor for large runs (low setups). Also, the varying piece sizes will doom this method. Think of handling a 6’ 2x3 versus a 20’ 2x12. Even if you have different handling times for varying sizes, the “average” setup time applied to each piece is still the critical flaw. The piece count method is not consistent for labor estimation.

As proper units of measurement for truss manufacturing, TDC recommends only Man-Minutes, realistic expectancy, or scheduled units derived from properly timed studies. See “Estimating Truss Labor Using Board Footage Versus Proper Man-Minute Time Standard” to better understand time units.

If your company wants to implement an effective productivity incentive in your operation using proper MM, contact Todd Drummond Consulting (TDC). Whether you are a new or longtime operation, save your company a great deal of time and money by getting professional lean manufacturing help and training.

Be able to understand and implement all lean manufacturing tools with help from the number-one expert on reducing costs and improving productivity in all departments in our industry. TDC uses proven and practical lean manufacturing practices combined with industrial engineering principles. So, before you buy equipment, get TDC’s advice. TDC does not receive referral fees from any equipment or plate vendors, so you can trust TDC for unbiased vendor and equipment recommendations shaped only by customer experiences. Don’t take my word about TDC’s services, though. Read the public testimonials that so many current and past clients have been willing to give: https://todd-drummond.com/testimonials/.

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Designed for productivity, built to last.

A new Universal stacking infeed deck in testing at the Acer plant.

Fewer moving parts, compact size, and higher productivity.

Maximize production from your linear saw with the Ranger Retrieval System from Acer.

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2006 Alpine AutoMill SC Component Saw

2006 Alpine AutoMill SC, model 348B, five-blade component saw. 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 touchscreen input. It has 23 axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics, and auto management reporting. The SC cuts from 9″ 90/90 blocks to 2′-6″ to 20′-0″ long angled material, in sizes ranging from 2×3″ through 2×12″, and 4-angle floor webs from 3′-4″. Includes [3] 18″, [1] 20″ and [1] 32″ blades with air brakes, under-saw shaker conveyor and a scrap incline conveyor. Includes owner’s manual, all available spare blades and all available spare parts. 480v/ 60Hz/ 3 phase electrical required.

$69,997 FOB BC

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Monet FWA 500 Floor Web Saw New, Monet five-head, floor truss web saw, cuts 4-angle, 4x2 floor truss webs from 16 inches and 90-90 blocks from 12 inches to four foot long maximum length. Features 10-board magazine feed, powered, fixed-quadrant angulation, manual carriage standard, shaker-pan scrap conveyor with short incline conveyor and cut-off blade. Option for longer carriage length, single-sided setup (shown in pictures, but not standard), dust hood and horizontal scrap conveyor.

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

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ROUTING STATION The Squaring and Routing Station incorporates a manual X-Y router bridge with the Panels Plus Squaring Station. This model consists of a squaring table designed to hold wall panels square while sheathing is tacked in place and rough openings are routed out, ensuring quality panels every time.

BENEFITS • Ergonomic working height • Single person operation • Flexibility with fastener spacing • Fastens consistently and accurately • Improved employee safety

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

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

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

2006 Alpine AutoMill SC Automated Component Saw

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

$59,500

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

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

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

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

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Is Perfect Lumber Required to Make Great Trusses? ue to the nature of wood, lumber characteristics can vary in every piece. Even “in grade” lumber can have drastic variations in performance. How can we deal with and adjust for natural defects and variability? We have discussed roof trusses in previous articles, including “Does Your Truss Plant Understand the Importance of Tooth Count?” and “Who is Responsible for Lumber Quality in Your Trusses?” Now, let’s take a closer look at floors.

By Glenn Traylor

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Floor Trusses Here’s an example. Traditional 4 x 2 floor trusses are somewhat unique in that they depend on narrow faces, normally 1 ½”, to transfer loads to chords then ultimately bearings. This can present a slightly different challenge compared to 2 x 4 roof trusses, where we have wider surfaces. The photos illustrate Plate Placement drawings for a typical floor truss. The circles numbered 1,2,3 represent the allowable defect each connection can have while still providing adequate tooth holding to complete the mission. The smaller the circle, the less the allowable defect. Circles 1 and 2 allow very little defect while 3 is a little more generous. Due to the narrow face, we cannot neglect identifying defects under the plated area given its impact on joint performance.

In the next photo of an end condition (Bearing), notice points 4 and 5. A very small amount of defect is allowed. More defect is allowed on the bottom chord. This sort of condition does not allow for much defect including wane situations.

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Key Factors So, the question is how do we deal with defects in the chords and, more importantly, the webs? Let’s point out some considerations and specifics.

1. Every piece of lumber can vary even within the same tree.

2. Lumber certified “in grade” still needs to be qualified for its particular use.

3. Lumber quality/characteristics can create drastic variations in performance.

4. Not every piece of scrap is suitable for webs.

5. Better surfaces are required on floor webs than the lumber grade requirements may indicate.

6. Each piece must be evaluated by the truss builder.

7. Finding a quality source for your web material is key.

The photos show a lumber manufacturer collecting webs to be stacked on a pallet for sale to regional component manufacturers.

Take a very close look at the quality of these webs! Caution: Most lumber manufactures do not meet these high standards, but Wood Specialties located in Washington, GA has been raising the bar for 3 generations and 50 years!

The Bottom Line You don’t have to have perfect materials, but high standards make good quality and reliable trusses a lot easier to manufacture.

An ANSI/TPI 1 3rd Party Quality Assurance Authorized Agent covering the Southeastern United States, Glenn Traylor is an independent consultant with almost four decades of experience in the structural building components industry.

Glenn serves as a trainer-evaluator-auditor covering sales, design, PM, QA, customer service, and production elements of the truss industry. He also provides project management specifically pertaining to structural building components, including on-site inspections and ANSI/TPI 1 compliance assessments. Glenn provides new plant and retrofit designs, equipment evaluations, Glenn Traylor ROI, capacity analysis, and CPM analysis.

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

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

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

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NEW! New Spida Floor Cassette Table

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

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

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

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

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

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New Spida Floor Truss Finish Press New Spida floor truss finish roller press, four-foot wide (other widths available) x 3 1/2” tall throat. Use of this process speeds assembly and transports finished truss away from the production area, adds quality and peace of mind for your finished floor trusses. The unique “uni-body” construction creates a ridged machine that does a final press of the connector plates for complete embedment into lumber, saving wear on your floor assembly machine. 12” diameter rolls, 7 1/2 HP motor, 80# chain, 114 FPM speed, emergency photoelectric shut-off, chain and sprocket guards, integrated brake. Available options include: other roller widths, Heavy-Duty upgrade, gear motor drive, and soft start controls. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. Other voltages available.

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Spida Vertical Truss Stacker

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

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Preparing for What’s Next in Your Market ne unique thing about our industry is the diversity among markets across the country. The upper Midwest does things very differently than the South. The methods used in the West don’t align with the those used in the East. None are wrong, but most are very different. At their core,

By Tracy Roe each share the same, simple principle: adding value to otherwise commodity materials to provide a finished product that reduces waste, increases efficiency, and ultimately makes the building process faster. The other thing that every component manufacturer shares today is uncertainty. What’s next for you?

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Similar to the unique methods found across the country, so are the insights into what is next with our industry. Will there be a bust in the housing “bubble”? Will things stay on their current trajectory and continuously improve? The single thing most agree to is the fact that a correction is coming. What does that mean? Your guess is as good as mine, but what can we do today to ensure we are on a solid foundation for tomorrow?

At Eagle Metal, we feel like we have built that foundation and work hard every day to ensure we are delivering the best possible value to our customers. For example, our TrueBuild® Panel software contains the very latest in all the features that deliver the best value.

Regardless of your geographic location, or the unique requirements of your market, TrueBuild® Panel software is up to the task. From the large, multi-family projects with multiple levels and building types to the first-time home buyer tract houses, this software can improve your efficiency.

It has more of exactly what you need in an interface that makes sense, because it is purpose-driven and was designed to be panel software from the beginning.

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Maybe you don’t build panels today but are considering the option. Maybe you already build panels today and are evaluating your entire operation. Are we ever “too busy” to improve our efficiency and deliver more value? Sometimes we focus on only our external customers, the ones who quite literally pay the bills. But we all have internal customers that are equally as important.

Are we doing everything in our power to deliver the most value to that group of people?

None of us know for sure what’s next. Each of us works hard every day to meet the challenges we face just to maintain what we have. We have to spend time thinking about what our industry looks like tomorrow. This isn’t very different for a fabricator than it is for a supplier. We are all in this together. Our team at Eagle Metal is eager and willing to discuss tomorrow with you. If you haven’t lately, take a look at what we have to offer. TrueBuild® Panel is great software and our people are even better.

To take a tour or have a discussion, please contact us today at eaglemetal.com.

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

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

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

This well-designed machine builds floor trusses up to a standard 26 inch depth (32 inch optional). Working length of 40 feet. Optional features include plate storage areas along each long side of the table, end-eject, flip jig for build-side, center clamping for over-depth trusses and pop-ups for back-plate side. Clamping by under-table cylinders controlling above-table steel fence. Floor truss gantry features twin 7.5 HP gearmotors for a total of 15 HP, 24 inch diameter roll, safety bars, 3 7/16″ diameter, full-roll-length shaft with baffles. 440 volt, 3 phase. Other voltages available.

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New Spida Roof Truss Finish Press

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

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

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2016 Triad Wall Assembly Equipment Price: $185,970 Location: NV 2016 Triad exterior and interior wall panel lines with conveyors and terminal stations. Builds 2×4 and 2×6 walls up to 16’ in length with wall heights from 6’-9” to 10’-2” and includes Component Nailer model FTN and panel lift model XPL1000: Exterior line includes (2) sets of Rough Opening Assembly tables model RO-CAT, framing table model Gen II with manual nail-gun tool dollies each side & stud locators at 16” and 24” o.c., squaring and sheathing table model Gen II with staple & routing combo bridge & side shift for seams @ 3” & 6” o.c. fasteners, top & bottom plate gun mounts for 6” o.c. fasteners, auto stop & tilt features, (3) 10 ft skatewheel conveyors, (4) 20 ft x 36″ roller conveyors and (4) powered infeed conveyors with chain track.

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

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

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Electrical Supply: Motor: Highly Accurate: Stop Rail: Stops: Stop Blocks: Internal Components: Dimensions:

110 VAC 1/4 HP, 110 VAC, Linear Actuator +/- .010 Inches 2 x 4 x 1/4 Aluminum Extrusion Jig Bored Steel Machine Billet Aluminum Hardened, Ground and Polished Steel and Billet Aluminum Length: 5 feet (60”) to 60 feet (720”) Height: 12 inches Depth: 12 inches

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

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Debunking the “Automation Takes Too Much Space” Myth Edmond Lim, P.Eng. LimTek Solutions Inc.

an you spot the Lumber PickLine in the satellite image? Contrary to the myth that it will “take up too much space,” a lumber PickLine can actually save space by utilizing existing truck lanes and by following existing forklift flow. For example, this outside PickLine has ample 35 ft clearance to access the building and to load the building side of the PickLine, while also using the existing driveway to easily load the opposite side of the PickLine. And, by having the PickLine chain trough in the existing driveway, there’s no obstruction of truck traffic.

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PickLines can be “shrunk” typically from over 300 ft to anywhere in between 120 ft long by managing and stocking the PickLine for daily production along with utilizing material handling strategies including alternating less-used lumber perpendicularly or diagonally in between more commonly used parallel bunks of lumber, which allows you to get more SKUs onto the PickLine for daily jobs.

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Keep in mind that a PickLine is daily production lumber and not lumber storage. Not all SKUs need to be stocked on the PickLine for daily production needs. Make a sub-pick part of the daily picking process to pick non-PickLine stocked lumber for the day/shift’s production as a supplemental pick. A sub-pick will essentially extend the length of the lumber PickLine.

Yes, a sub-pick is forklift lumber picking, however, it is only for lumber sizes/grades not stocked on the PickLine that will be placed at a designated spot(s) on the PickLine.

Another tip to extend a PickLine is to use wheeled carts for bunk lumber to enable the Picker to self-manage the PickLine according to daily production requirements.

Optimize your work force. All workers can and should be crosstrained to work the lumber PickLine using paper picklists and/or WiFi tablets. The PickLine will help facilitate training of new workers by counting boards, checking lumber lengths and lumber width to make sure your automated saws keep cutting. More than a few plants keep score of human vs. machine if and when an error is detected and stops the trough chain.

The Picker’s other motivation is to fill the live deck as quickly as possible in order to take a break or use this time to manage the pick line lumber and keep the work area tidy and clear of culled lumber. A lumber pick line will help solve your labor issues in many other ways. Haven’t we all had forklift drivers quit in under two weeks of forklift lumber picking complaining, “This is not a forklift position.”

Do you have room for a Lumber PickLine? Yes! Contact us when you are ready to take your organization to the next level: Edmond.Lim@LimTekSolutions.com, 416-888-4457 (cell), https://limteksolutions.com/.

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2016 Triad Sub-Component Nailer 2016 Triad Flow-Through sub-component nailer, model FTN, clamps and squares lumber for efficient sub-component assembly. Features (4) adjustable tool mounts and foot pedal firing. Clamp opens from 3” x 3” to 12” x 12” with 300 lbs. pressure vertical and horizontal. System length 21 feet. Customer added electric width adjustment that can be removed to bring machine back to factory spec. Hitachi tools not included, but all available mounts for the model NR90 tools, and spare parts are included. 100 psi air required. Electric width adjustment is 208 volt, 3 phase electrical. $11,997 FOB SD Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2017 Panels Plus Single-Tool Wall Panel Sheathing Station

2017 Panels Plus single-tool sheathing station includes servocontrolled bridge travel, edge stitcher tool mounts (single beam model), a single-tool, center tool mount, laser pointer, preprogrammed nailing patterns and joy-stick controls, foot pedal control at squaring end of table for squaring panels, and integrated roller conveyors for transport of panels. Accommodates wall panels ranging from 2″ x 4″ to 2″ x 10″, up to 16′ panel length and 12′ -3″ panel height. Includes one Max brand model CN80 nail tool. 120 PSI at 60 CFM air required. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical required.

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IBS Sub-Component Nailing Station IBS Subcomponent Nailer produces corners, tees, beam pockets, L’s, triples, doubles and jacks. Maximum lumber depth is 2×12″. From the manufacturer’s literature, “Clamping force of 700 lbs. vertical and 2,000 lbs. horizontal…End squaring stop raises to ensure a flush start and retracts automatically after the first fastener is fired. Nail angles can be adjusted for best results. The controllable staggered nail pattern limits wood splitting…”. Includes infeed & outfeed conveyor, 6 feet long each, (5) Bostitch model F33PT tools and any available mounts and spares. Needs replacement on/off switch from frontbottom nail station. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical. 100 PSI (1/2″ air line with 3/8″ NPT) air required. $8,997 FOB SD Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Wall Panel Work-Station (Blue) Custom fabricated, heavy-duty table ideal for producing rough openings, rake-walls, even interior walls. Table features a squaring lip, double-row pneumatic liftouts, duplex 110v outlet for hand tools.

Table dimensions: 17’ 8 3/4” long, 9’ 5” wide, 25 1/2” high. $9,490 FOB KY Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2004 Triad Sheathing/Routing Bridge Triad model PSRB Sheathing/Routing bridge builds minimum 3′ 9″ and maximum 12′ 3″ walls. includes: staple/nail bridge (no tools included) with auto return, 24 tool mounts, Porter-Cable Router, laser sight & joystick control. Bridge only, no table included. 120v, 100 PSI air required. $8,490 Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Wall Panel Work-Station (Green) Custom fabricated, heavy-duty table ideal for producing rough openings, rake-walls, even interior walls. Table features a squaring lip, double-row pneumatic liftouts, duplex 110v outlet for hand tools.

Table dimensions: 16’ 4 1/2” long, 9’ 5” wide, 30 1/2” high. $9,490 FOB KY Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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Triad 12 ft Gen II Sheathing Bridge & Track

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

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

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AUTOMATED SHEATHING STATION The Platinum Series Automated Sheathing Station is the most automated sheathing station that Panels Plus offers and reduces the amount of time an operator needs to be hands-on during the sheathing process.

This sheathing station is driven using MiTek Software and completely fastens sheathing to studs, blocking, headers, and sill plates to ensure quality panels every time. This model can be stand-alone or integrated into a larger system. Various sizes and configurations are available.

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NEW! New Component Table with Skatewheel Conveyors Lift & Extend Skatewheel Conveyors. 10' x 10' Work Area with Squaring Lip. Gun Holster & Nail Tray. $11,900 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Spida Automated Wall Sheathing Station $239,000 FOB NZE/IN

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

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

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

100 PSI at 28 CFM.

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2016 Triad Framer, Nail Bridge & Component Nailer

$74,897 FOB FL

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

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

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NEW 12' X 16' FRAMING TABLE

• Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor • Powered Height Adjustment (6'-11" to 12'-5" wall heights) • Fixed Squaring Stops • Excludes Tool Dollies • 110 Volt / 20 Amps • Add $6,000 for Stud Locators at 16" & 24" O.C. • Add $2,750 for 1 Pair of 15' Skatewheel Conveyor with Stands

• Add $11,900 for Sub-Component L a y u p Ta b l e s w i t h P o p - u p Skatewheel Conveyors • EQUIPMENT FINANCING available from SLS Financial Services

$37,500 FOB NE

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

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

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

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

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Lock in Rates Now with Financing Programs Carl Villella, CLFP President, Acceptance Leasing & Financing Service

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s you may already be aware, the Fed has committed to raising interest rates in 2022. Will you have your financing in place before the rates move higher?

One of the many advantages of working with Acceptance Leasing and Financing Service is that we have a number of financing programs that cater to the needs of our clients. All of the programs we offer allow our clients to lock in lower rates now. Nothing will be adjusted upwards during the term of the financing.

Besides the conventional financing programs that are available, we have others such as our “Application Only” program. This program allows a prospect to remit a minimum of paperwork for the approval process, thereby eliminating the cumbersome need to gather financial statements or other information.

In addition, we offer promotions almost monthly which provide creative ways to finance a client’s commercial equipment.

In April, for example, we were promoting a “No Pay/Low Pay” program. This program allowed the client to make $99 payments for the first three months, and then payments equal to 50% of the regular payment due in months four through six.

The advantages of programs such as this are easy to see: it allows the client to have use of the equipment for a full six months before a regular payment is due! Imagine how that can enhance a client’s cash flow!

Don’t be caught off-guard and end up with higher payments for the same equipment later this year. Call us at 412 262-3225 to discuss financing options that fit your needs.

We are Acceptance Leasing and Financing Service. We’re proud to be celebrating our 30th anniversary in business this year. Established in 1992, we pride ourselves on our Certified Leasing and Financing Professional designation. A member of SBCA and a frequent attendee of the BCMC tradeshows, Acceptance Leasing and Financing Service, Inc. knows the equipment of the component manufacturing industry and is ready to assist you with your financing needs.

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

2021 Triad Router Bridge & Portion of V-Track 2 0 2 1 Tr i a d R o u t i n g B r i d g e w i t h approximately (20) feet of v-track. Fits over tables that build up to 12′ nominal height wall panels. Includes powered automatic bridge return, powered vertical router movement, manual fine adjustment wheel, manual vertical router travel with chain drive and (1) Milwaukee router, catalog #5625-20 120 volt, 1 phase, 15 Amp electrical required. No table included. $28,970 NOW $12,000 FOB BC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

NEW! New Panels Plus Floor Cassette Framing Station Price: $Call for pricing FOB: MN

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

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

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

Includes all available floor mounted, v-rail.

Both bridges missing laser sub-assembly.

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

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

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

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

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

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2017 Panels Plus Single-Tool Wall Panel Sheathing Station

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Price: Price based on configuration Location: NZE/IN Condition: New

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Modernized 3D Viewer Tool Helps Component Designers Visualize and Analyze Designs

By Cathy Hill Alpine Product Owner

isual tools are essential throughout the different phases of design and construction.

Today, 3D models play a major role in construction projects, as they help improve productivity. Component manufacturing is no exception. The 3D Viewer Tool was developed and modernized to help component designers quickly visualize complex 2D designs and share the interactive 3D model with key stakeholders. The tool improves collaboration while effectively resolving potential costly design issues in the field.

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Visualize and Analyze Component Designs The 3D Viewer tool in the IntelliVIEW Suite and Alpine Portal helps designers get a closer look at the building elements within a design. The 3D model displays all the elements found within the building envelope and component layout, providing a better perspective of the project. The 3D model is an actual representation of the different roof, floor, and panel components. Designers have several different perspectives to select from to help validate the component’s design, visually inspecting each component and the interactions to quickly ensure all the pieces are in the right position.

Improved Collaboration and Communication An interactive 3D model can also be viewed and shared in the Alpine Portal with key stakeholders.

This is essential as it allows anyone with web access from any device to easily view the model, eliminating the need to install additional applications. This improves collaboration between builders, architects, sales, estimators, and homeowners to effectively resolve potential issues. Regardless of their level of experience with Alpine Software, stakeholders are provided full access to the model and perspectives. They can toggle through the visibility of the different elements, view individual trusses, or snap 3D dimensions as needed. Component manufacturers can align expectations with customers.

New Features The latest IntelliVIEW Suite Version 22.01 provides the same tools and access to the 3D Viewer within iModel, iPanel, and the Alpine Portal.

The Walkthrough Mode changes the perspective of the building to a realistic, first-person (fixed point of view) perspective. The tool provides the designer the ability to study components from a first-person view from within the model.

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Truss interactions can be examined by walking through the model.

The Section Tool provides designers the ability to cut sections of the model from all sides to examine the interaction within the components. It allows the user to focus on each or multiple components and planes for a visual inspection.

Focus on each or multiple components and planes for a visual inspection with the Section Tool.

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The Multi Select Tool is an expansion to the single select tool allowing for the selection and isolation of multiple elements in the model. This provides the designer the ability to study detailed interactions of selected elements.

The truss framing details can be examined and measured while in isolate mode.

3D visualization plays a significant part in component design, as it enables designers to express their ideas and designs clearly to stakeholders. The 3D Viewer is an essential tool for component designers at all levels to validate designs and ensure projects align with expectations. For more information on the 3D Viewer or a demonstration, please contact info@alpineitw.com.

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New PROSTACK WALL PANEL STACKER

$185,970 FOB NV 2016 Triad Wall Assembly Equipment

Developed in a commercial wall panel production facility this is the remarkable ProStack, fully automated wall panel stacker. The ProStack relieves your build team from creating a stack of wall panels and keeps them building walls instead.

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

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

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

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

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

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Handle Bar Router * * * *

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

$3,000.00

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

$11,900.00

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15’ Standard Length Adjustable Height Sturdy Stands Custom Lengths Available

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2004 TRISTAR GOOSENECK ROLL-OFF TRAILER 29' from 1st Roller to Last Roller (can haul 40' trusses) 10,000 Lb Tandem Axles with Dual Wheels Locking Rollers Electric Brakes 4 Tires will need to be replaced soon New Wiring Sandblasted & Painted $21,500 FOB NC Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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

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

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

26,000 GVWR. Deliver Trusses Vertically.

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

1987 CITY 48' FLATBED TRAILER • Tandem Spread Axle • Air Ride Suspension • Tires & Brakes are Good • Headache Rack $9,500 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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

Safe, accurate cutting of any component with the ProCut™ UC Linear Saw Series The ProCut™ UC-Series Linear Saw cuts Roof, Floor Truss and Wall Panel Components accurately, safely, and easily, up to 4-boards high!

ProCut™ features 6-position clamping, 16’ 6” powered Infeed conveyor, 20’ Exit conveyor, and Servo controlled measuring system for accurate lengths. Multi-pass cutting for longer scarf cuts.

Dual pushbutton controls and clear poly-guard for safety. And an enclosed saw chamber with (4) 4” dust collection outlets effective dust collection and cleaner workspace.

The ProCut’s easy to use software is compatible with all leading truss design software; data input via Network, or USB and Touchscreen at the saw.

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Time to Review the National Design Standard

By Jay P. Jones, P.E. Executive Director, TPI

t’s important to review our standards on a regular basis, so that we can update and improve them over time. Businesses evolve, technology evolves, and so too should our definition of best practices. For wood trusses, our current standard is ANSI/TPI 1–2014 National Design Standard for Metal Plate Connected Wood Truss Construction.

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The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) is a private, non-profit organization that administers and coordinates the U.S. voluntary standards and conformity assessment system. An American National Standard (ANS) is a voluntary consensus standard that is developed in accordance with the ANSI requirements for due process in a manner that is open to all directly and materially interested parties. By having a national standard, we demonstrate our commitment, as an industry, to maintaining an expected level of quality in our products.

In May, the Truss Plate Institute will officially open the Public Review & Comment period for the draft BSR/TPI 1–2022 (revision to ANSI/TPI 1–2014) National Design Standard for Metal Plate Connected Wood Truss Construction. TPI began the process of revising the current ANSI/TPI 1–2014 standard in December of 2019 with the formation of a Project Committee representing a cross-section of the industry. This draft is the culmination of their efforts. The proposed revisions presented in the BSR/TPI 1–2022 draft provide enhancements to ANSI/TPI 1–2014.

Comments will be solicited to ensure that the views of all interested parties have been given full consideration. The draft BSR/TPI 1–2022 establishes minimum requirements for the design and construction of Metal Plate Connected wood trusses. The standard describes the materials used in a truss, both lumber and steel, and design procedures for truss members and joints. Responsibilities, methods for evaluating the metal connector plates, and manufacturing quality assurance are also contained in the standard.

Those wishing to participate in the Public Review of the draft BSR/TPI 1–2022 standard should visit TPI’s website or contact the Truss Plate Institute at (240) 587-5582 for further information.

The Public Review period will be open from May 6 to June 20, 2022.

Please join me in this process so that we can ensure our national standard is reflective of the best practices of our industry.

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s shown on this month’s cover, building with wall panels makes any location possible, including out in the boondocks. We may have to get creative, but we can get there!

These wall panels have been delivered to Kresge College at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Founded in 1971, Kresge College has always encouraged a strong sense of community and their current renovation project is no exception. Three new residence halls are being constructed in this wooded location. Each standing six stories high, the lower-level floors are for mechanical equipment. The second floor of each building will be general use space for its residents, including such things as lounges, kitchens, laundry. The third, fourth, fifth, and sixth floor of each building are residential space.

Pacific Wall Systems was established in 2007 and is headquartered in Central Point, Oregon with wall panel manufacturing plants in Central Point and Tumwater, Washington. Pacific Wall Systems combines over 100 years of framing experience and 25 years of wall panel manufacturing expertise.

We offer integrity, a superior product, and outstanding service from start to finish.

At Pacific Wall Systems, performance is not limited to weather, daylight, city noise ordinances, vandalism, or other on-site challenges. Therefore, you can depend on a seamless construction schedule without wasted time or material. A family-owned enterprise with 80 employees who proudly serve Oregon, Washington, California and Alaska, Pacific Wall Systems is ready to meet the challenge of any project, wherever it may be located.

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50' Running Gear • Used to move completed trusses from inside building to outside yard • 50' Long x 10' Wide • Axle to Axle is 30' $4,950 NOW $2,950 FOB OH Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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SIX 2006 SL LASER PROJECTION HEADS • Six Green Laser Projection Heads • Model SL 4002-05 GBPU (ProDirector 4 Series) • Excludes Computer & New SL Laser Customer Software License/Support Fee • Price in US Dollars $24,900 FOB ON Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

Medium duty tires rated at 1500 lbs each are included.

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Ingersoll Rand 1/2 Ton Electric Hoist • 1,000 Lb Capacity • 32'/8' Dual Lift Speeed • 20' Lift • Push Button Pendant (16' Drop) • Chain Container • 460 Volt / 3 Phase • 2 Available at $1,900 Each Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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

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

(For further details, please see listing on WTS website.)

Monet DeSauw 5 Chain Live Deck • Heavy Duty 5 Chain Lumber Feed System • 16' Wide x 20' Long Auto Feed (Photo Eye) or Manual Feed (Foot Pedal) Control • Available Late May $14,900 NOW $13,900 FOB MO Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

(For further details, please see listing on WTS website.)

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From the Road...

One-Sided Interviews hen a candidate interviews with a company, they expect tough questions to determine their fit for the position. Employers want to know if the candidate has the skills, experience, and desire to fulfill their needs, both short and long term. The candidate should be frank about their abilities as well as areas to grow, to avoid creating unrealistic expectations. If someone has shortcomings in a specific software, being upfront gives the employer a chance to consider investing in training if the candidate fits other areas well. If the candidate is honest and the employer is thorough with their interview, the resulting hire will be less stressful for both employer and candidate.

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The problem is when a candidate is “more show than go” as one of my employers puts it. Talking about a job and filling the shoes should be the same thing, but in some cases it’s not. Personalities come into play when the employer is not willing to dig into learning the candidate’s abilities to confirm skills claimed. Resumes can give a false impression of a candidate’s abilities, and different companies have different duties for the same title. Operations Manager at one company may mean everything but Sales and Admin, while at another company it means Production, Yard, and Trucking. Having 5 years of experience with one company may not be the same as at your company, especially when you are adding responsibilities to a title that the candidate hasn’t performed.

On the reverse side of the coin, candidates should interview employers just as hard. I recently had a VP/CFO candidate who found the perfect job, at the perfect-size company, and in a perfect location. All the candidate needed was the slam-dunk interview – and then the offer made was well above what was expected. While that may have been a red flag, the job, location, compensation, and benefits were exactly what the candidate wanted. They accepted. During a house-hunting trip, the candidate stopped by the company to fill out paperwork and meet with the retiring CFO who had not been available for the initial interview. During this meeting, the candidate learned that the company

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location had been losing millions and several of the department’s key personnel needed to be replaced, although no steps had been taken to correct any substandard behavior. The CEO had not disclosed any difficulties, only that they had some “challenges” to overcome but the parent company was being patient. The job went from looking forward to resolving “challenges” to being handed a mess at a company that most organizations would resolve by closing, selling, or replacing all of senior leadership. Being a competent CFO candidate, he soon saw through the challenges and lack of effort to resolve them, and then made the difficult decision to withdraw from the job. He went from traveling over a thousand miles on a house-hunting trip to salvaging a career where he had already given notice. Feeling played by the CEO and the absent CFO during his interview, he started to think of how he could have done a better job of seeing these issues up front, if the employer would have shared them; and I too wondered what flags may have been missed with this new client who was deceptive when placing that job order.

First off, the candidate was too focused on getting the job to think that an established company would be that deep in trouble. Second, with factors such as location and company size being a good fit, the candidate was rooting for the match and not focused on doing their due diligence. It was a perfect storm, so what could the candidate have done better? Research can help – whatever you can find on the internet is a start. Short of requiring a full set of books to determine the financial strength of the company, more time may have helped. That the CFO and Controller were not available the day of the interview should have been seen as a red flag. Perhaps if the candidate had asked for a meeting with them before accepting, the truth would have come at a better time, before accepting.

Hindsight is 20/20 and anyone could have missed the red flags, but bottom line is: a candidate must be as thorough interviewing the company as the company is interviewing the candidate. If your job requires that you drive a forklift, and the employer doesn’t ask first, demo it, drive the area you are expected to travel during a normal day, try a load of typical and difficult material, talk to the maintenance person to see if that machine is in good shape, safe, and if it goes out of service often.

That has nothing to do with a CFO job, but any job has requirements and taking a test drive is the best way to be sure the job is a fit. Most of my employers will take a (non-remote) designer around the office and introduce them to the design team and design manager as well as show them where they would be working. If these steps aren’t possible, then maybe the employer is hiding something.

Do your best to be professional, be thorough, and remember that there are two sides to every coin. Saying yes to an offer should leave you satisfied that you did your best and won the prize you wanted.

Your “recruiter down the hall,” I’ve been recruiting off-site manufacturing industry professionals for 30 years through TheJobLine.com. Contact me for assistance with recruiting assignments or outplacement job search: twm@thejobline.com.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

New Handle Bar Router Porter Cable Model 7519 Production Router Motor with Soft Start. Steel Handle Bar Frame with Makita Switches. 120 Volt / 1 Phase / 15 Amp / 21,000 RPM. Includes 2 Router Bits. $3,000 FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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

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

National Crane 680-HTM Tractor Mount, Multiple Units Available

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

Projects roof truss, floor truss and wall panel design images accurately onto building surface, for faster setup and fabrication times. Each laser head provides 21' projection length (@15 foot ceiling heights).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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W O L F Ace Equipment Vertical Bailer Ace Equipment model Vertical Bailer, infeed opening 24″ high x 66″ wide, 59 second cycle time, 10 HP pump, 10 GPM at 2,200 psi, 6″ diameter cylinder x 48″ stroke, 37 PSI at pressing platen with 62,000 lbs. pressing pressure. Overall nominal dimensions 6′ wide x 4′ deep x 12′ tall.

Controls 120 volt, 1 phase electrical. Bailer 230/460 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

Weight 4,200 lbs. #4,490 FOB IN Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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Next Level Interface Development for DNN CMS 2005 Koorsen Connector Detector (For Repair or Parts) 6 detection zones to locate missing plates.

Horn & zone lights indicate missing plates.

12" to 60" adjustable height from floor. 110 Volt / 1 Phase. New control panel switches & lights in 2014. Needs circuit board repair or replacement and new tower light.

Includes 4 extra detection zone boxes and control box. $2,500 NOW $1,900 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Equally as important as a beautiful design for your website is having developers who can build on your vision. To bring your designs to life on your desktop, tablet, and phone, we take a wholistic approach by developing a framework to create a harmony between the theme and the modules.

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

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NEW SPIDA 20' PLATE MARKER WITH INK JET PRINTER 20' of Steel Framed Table with Plastic Bench Top. Spida Automated 20' Length Stop/Plate Positioner & 10' Infeed Table with MDF Top (Add $704 for Plastic). Workstation, Control Cabinet Enclosure & 17" Touch Screen Integration. Spida or MangoTech Plate Cutting & Marking Software. Spida Optimization Software (allows multiple pieces to be cut & marked from one board) Ink Jet Printer marks Wall Member Locations, Wall ID & Job Name. Four Print Heads mark "on the fly" (or stop & print for greater accuracy). Prints on Edge. Cuts to 20', Marks to 18'. DeWalt Model DWS780 12" Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw. Support Table for Sliding Compound Miter Saw. Cut & Mark 3,000 LF of Plates per 8 Hour Shift. Length of Delay to Mark Board: 1/2 Second (can be adjusted).

Supported File Formats: .xml, .ssf, .trs, .gwf, .mwf & .mdf. Includes 2 Day Onsite Training & Installation. Excludes Dust Collector, Freight & Customs Brokerage Fees. Add $850 Annually for 12 Month Phone & Virtual Tech Support. Add $25,995 for Spida Apollo Saw (Manual Angulation) $77,500 FOB NZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

2004 SL Laser Heads Three (3) 2004 model PD-4 SL laser heads.

All three heads are functional but need some repairs before being installed. The heads are also valuable as parts heads for the motherboards and other components.

Repair quotes are available upon request. $11,900 FOB WI Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

NEW! Safety Speed Manufacturing Gypsum Cutter Model DFC-H5 cartridge cutting system for processing DensGlass ®, foam board, plastic or similar substrate materials in widths up to 64″. Dust and noise free for cutting or scoring gypsum material. $6,149 FOB MN Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2002 Atlas Copco Rotary Screw Air Compressor Model GX11FF 15 HP Rotary Screw Air Compressor (230/460 Volt - 3 Phase) 13,443 Hours 51.7 CFM at 128 PSI 80 Gallon Tank Built-in Air Dryer does not work Inlcudes separate 2012 Pneumatech AD-50 Air Dryer (1 Phase) $4,900 NOW $3,700 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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INGERSOLL RAND ROTARY SCREW AIR COMPRESSOR Model UP6-15c-210. 15 HP. 38 CFM at 210 PSIG. 120 Gallon Tank $7,900 NOW $5,900 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Sweed Scrap (Band) Chopper with Stand 1/2 HP Motor (115/208-230 Volt) $1,900 NOW $1,750 FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

• 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Remote only.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Direct mill purchasing from major US/Cano vendors.

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

Door experience includes managing three Production Managers and five Production

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Computer literate, Alpine and MiTek experience, Microsoft Office.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Primary duties: design, layout, and optimization. Secondary duties: checking others work and repairs. Software used: MiTek Sapphire, Robbins, Keymark, and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses, roof trusses, wall panels, I-Joists, and hardware. Market experience includes tract, single family, single family custom, multi-family, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

May 2022 #14274 Page #104 In addition to 4 years experience with MiTek truss design software, I have worked in the shop as both a sawyer, and a truss builder, so I have first hand knowledge of how a truss should be designed to save time on the shop end. I also worked in framing and using wall panels.

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

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

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

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How Much Do You Know About Insulation? nsulation is a fundamental element in providing thermal comfort within a building’s indoor environment.

Utilizing the correct, high performing insulant and the

By Greg Watson “fabric first” approach to building design allows light-frame system manufacturers to achieve low u-values through different construction assemblies. The insulation is typically placed within the framing cavity but can be placed on the external or internal framing face too.

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So what are the typical and more novel types of insulation available on the market? There are four general categories: mineral wool, blown, foam, and natural fibers. In the following, generic figures have been used, but when fire mitigation and acoustic attenuation are factors, please refer to the respective manufacturer’s technical data.

Mineral Wool – Glass or Stone Perhaps the most common insulant due to its cost and versatility is mineral wool. Whether glass or stone, it can be both non-combustible and sound-attenuating (refer to manufacturer’s technical data). Unlike blown insulation, product density comes as manufactured and is easily rolled out with minimal dust.

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Blown – Glass, Stone, and Cellulose Blown insulation is most commonly applied in the horizontal plane but can also be applied to sloped or vertical surfaces with the correct support. Note that the cellulose option will require chemical treatment for durability and fire resistance. The benefit of blown insulation is that it can be applied to more challenging areas where batt cannot reach, such as small or awkward spaces. Downfalls include dust production and considerations of density and coverage uniformity as drifting can occur.

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Plastic Foams – Polyisocyanurate (PIR or ISO), Polyurethane (PUR), and Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) or Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Rigid foam insulation includes some of the best performing insulants on the market, which can achieve a thermal conductivity (λ) value of as low as 0.022 W/mK. One benefit is that more slender sections can be used in comparison to other insulants based on their thermal performance. When site cutting for fitting is required between frames, care should be taken to avoid gaps being formed. Concerns arise around fire resistance and sustainability credentials, so these should be assessed on project requirements.

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Natural Fibers – Wood, Lamb’s Wool, Hemp, and Straw The most sustainable of all the insulants is natural fiber insulation. The use of this insulation type, however, does come at a cost to thermal performance, which is less than that of purpose-made product. Being bio-based means that, like the cellulose that is used as blown insulation, chemical treatment for fire resistance and durability is required. If sustainability is of high priority and these insulants are being explored, expect thicker wall assembles to account for the greater amount insulation required.

It’s impossible to cover all of the insulation types out there in the market today, but I hope this small but not conclusive article provides an overview of some of the common and not so commonly utilized insulations.

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A Standing Innovation: Fastening Wood to Steel Just Got Easier

By Simpson Strong-Tie Staff f you’ve ever spent a few hours working on your hands and knees to drill holes and drive screws, you know how time consuming and tedious it can be. Now, imagine spending consecutive weeks, months or even years fastening wood planks to steel on a manufacturing production line. For technicians who operate hand tools several hours each day, labor-intensive work often can be strenuous, inefficient and subject to ongoing concerns about quality and safety. We’re all ready for a smarter way to get the job done.

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Introducing the Simpson Strong-Tie® Quik Drive® PROHSD Wood-to-Steel Fastening Solution The engineers at Simpson Strong-Tie have developed a faster, more reliable, more ergonomic method for fastening wood to steel in many applications, such as truck beds and trailer floors. Introducing the Simpson Strong-Tie Quik Drive PROHSD Wood-to-Steel solution.

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Standing up for ease and ergonomics Designed for stand-up use, the Quik Drive PROHSD Wood-to-Steel solution utilizes an extension, handle and footstep that attach to our Quik Drive PROHSD tools. Standing up allows installers to apply pressure on the footstep while driving fasteners through wood planks and the harder layer of steel underneath them.

For optimal accuracy, the Quik Drive PROHSD60M and PROHSD75M models come equipped with a unique nosepiece that makes it even easier to position and install each screw precisely.

Fasteners engineered for speed and strength The Strong-Drive TB Wood-to-Steel and Strong-Drive TF Wood-to-Steel screws are precisionengineered to install faster than traditional fasteners, without binding. With a self-driving tip and self-tapping threads, predrilling is no longer needed — saving valuable time. These screws also feature wings for boring through wood, and a flat head with nibs that provide pull-through resistance while easily countersinking into wood surfaces.

The thickness of the steel determines which fastener to use. Strong-Drive TB Wood-to-Steel screws are designed for steel up to ¼” thick. Strong-Drive TF Wood-to-Steel screws are engineered for thicker steel, up to 15/32”. The TB screw has a square drive, while the TF has a 6-lobe drive for easy, secure driving into heavier-gauge steel.

A more efficient and economical way to work Together, our Quik Drive PROHSD tools and Strong-Drive wood-to-steel fasteners deliver the ideal combination of speed, ease, accuracy and strength. While this solution can be used for any number of applications fastening wood to hot-rolled steel, it’s especially useful for OEMs and manufacturers of truck beds and trailer floors. Standing up while driving collated strips of wood-to-steel fasteners saves time and effort for installers, which can boost worker safety and satisfaction, efficiency, productivity and profitability.

To learn more about the Simpson Strong-Tie Quik Drive PROHSD Wood-to-Steel fastening solution, visit strongtie.com/prohsd.

The article, A Standing Innovation: Fastening Wood to Steel Just Got Easier, appeared first on Simpson Strong-Tie Building Strong Blog. To sign-up to receive the Building Strong Blog in your inbox, go to https://blog.strongtie.com/.

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Simpson Strong-Tie Completes the Acquisition of ETANCO Group April 12, 2022—Simpson Strong-Tie, an industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of the ETANCO Group, a leading designer and manufacturer of fixing and fastening solutions for the European building construction market.

“ETANCO is a highly successful and profitable company with a 70-year history and well-established brand and market position,” said Karen Colonias, Chief Executive Officer of Simpson Strong-Tie. “We believe its extensive and complementary product offering will strengthen our overall product portfolio in Europe, enabling us to deliver even more value to our customers.”

Similar to ETANCO Group, Simpson Strong-Tie has a long history of providing exceptional products and service. Both companies were founded in the 1950s and are grounded by strong values.

“ETANCO and Simpson have a very similar DNA as we’ve both built our business on high-quality products and unmatched customer service. Collectively, we can expand and optimize our European footprint while introducing new products to our combined customer base,” said Ronan Lebraut, President of ETANCO Group.

With ETANCO Group’s strong market and brand position, the acquisition will allow for a greatly increased product portfolio and an expanded presence in existing markets. It will further develop the market channel reach in Europe as well as enhance building envelope solutions for industrial and commercial construction.

There will be no changes to the ETANCO Group or Simpson Strong-Tie Europe business, product lines, production, brands, or employees in the near term. The management teams from Simpson Strong-Tie and ETANCO Group are working together to formulate the joint strategy for the future and will ensure a seamless operation for customers.

“Our goal is to combine the companies in a way that takes advantage of our respective strengths in the marketplace and in service of our customers,” said Michael Andersen, Vice President of European Operations for Simpson Strong-Tie. “Both ETANCO Group and Simpson Strong-Tie customers can expect the same level of high-quality products and service as they have received in the past.”

“We are excited to welcome ETANCO Group employees to Simpson Strong-Tie and look forward to growing the business together,” added Colonias.

For additional information about the ETANCO Group, visit etancogroup.com.

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Single-Family Permits Decline in March as Affordability Woes Continue Posted April 19, 2022 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

The single-family housing market continued to show signs of softening in March as permits and starts declined due to rising mortgage interest rates and ongoing supply chain bottlenecks that continue to delay construction projects and raise home building costs.

Due to strong multifamily production, overall housing starts increased 0.3% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.79 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

The March reading of 1.79 million starts is the number of housing units builders would begin if development kept this pace for the next 12 months. Within this overall number, single-family starts decreased 1.7% to a 1.20 million seasonally adjusted annual rate. The multifamily sector, which includes apartment buildings and condos, increased 4.6% to an annualized 593,000 pace.

“Higher mortgage interest rates and rising construction costs are pricing buyers out of the market, and these higher costs are particularly hurting entry-level and first-time buyers,” said Jerry Konter, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and developer from Savannah, Ga. “Policymakers must address building supply chain disruptions to help builders bring down construction costs and increase production to meet market demand.”

“The shift in affordability can be seen in the March data with strength for multifamily construction and some weakness for single-family permits,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “Our builder surveys show that confidence levels in the single-family market have declined for four straight months as affordability conditions continue to worsen, and this is a sign that single-family production will face challenges moving forward.”

On a regional and year-to-date basis, combined single-family and multifamily starts are 17.3% higher in the Northeast, 6.6% higher in the Midwest, 11.2% higher in the South and 7.5% higher in the West.

Overall permits increased 0.4% to a 1.87 million unit annualized rate in March. Single-family permits decreased 4.8% to a 1.15 million unit rate. Multifamily permits increased 10.0% to an annualized 726,000 pace.

Looking at regional permit data on a year-to-date basis, permits are 5.5% higher in the Northeast, 4.0% higher in the Midwest, 7.5% higher in the South and 4.9% higher in the West.

Single-family permits authorized but not started stood at 149,000 and are up 14.6% year-over-year as higher construction costs and material delays slow previously permitted projects.

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Housing Market at Inflection Point as Builder Confidence Continues to Fall Posted April 18, 2022 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

Rapidly rising interest rates combined with ongoing home price increases and higher construction costs continue to take a toll on builder confidence and housing affordability.

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes moved two points lower to 77 in April, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today.

This is the fourth straight month that builder sentiment has declined.

“Despite low existing inventory, builders report sales traffic and current sales conditions have declined to their lowest points since last summer as a sharp jump in mortgage rates and persistent supply chain disruptions continue to unsettle the housing market,” said NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter, a builder and developer from Savannah, Ga. “Policymakers must take proactive steps to fix supply chain issues that will reduce the cost of development, stem the rise in home prices and allow builders to increase production.”

“The housing market faces an inflection point as an unexpectedly quick rise in interest rates, rising home prices and escalating material costs have significantly decreased housing affordability conditions, particularly in the crucial entry-level market,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz.

Mortgage interest rates have jumped more than 1.9 percentage points since the start of the year and currently stand at 5%, the highest level in more than a decade.

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

The HMI index gauging current sales conditions fell two points to 85 and the component charting traffic of prospective buyers posted a six-point decline to 60. The gauge measuring sales expectations in the next six months increased three points to 73 following a 10-point drop in March.

Looking at the three-month moving averages for regional HMI scores, the Northeast posted a one-point gain to 72 while the Midwest dropped three points to 69, the South fell two points to 82 and the West edged one-point lower to 89.

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

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Recession Risks are Rising

Posted April 8, 2022 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz recently provided this housing industry overview in the bi-weekly e-newsletter Eye on the Economy.

Rising mortgage interest rates, spurred by expected, significant tightening of monetary policy by the Federal Reserve, will aggravate housing affordability challenges in 2022. This is particularly the case for prospective first-time home buyers, who face higher costs and elevated home prices without the benefit of gains in home equity and household wealth possessed by existing home owners.

Similar to what occurred in 2018, higher mortgage rates will slow sales and construction in an otherwise positive demand-side environment. For example, in the March NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index reading of builder sentiment, the measure of future sales expectations fell a notable 10 points for the month.

Since the start of the year, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased from 3.1% to 4.67% by the end of March — the fastest rate increase in percentage terms in decades. New home sales in February reflect the impact of only about half of this expansion for mortgage rates. Nonetheless, sales slipped 2% from January to February, registering a 772,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate. This is 6.2% lower than a year prior, with pricing up 10.6% year-over-year.

It is worth noting that some of this sales decline is due to builders deliberately slowing sales to help counterbalance supply-chain delays. Inventory is balanced at a 6.3-month supply, with the number of new single-family homes available for purchase (whether started or completed construction) up 33% over the last year. Because of the acceleration of sales in late 2020 and the corresponding gains in housing starts, net residential construction jobs have increased by 103,000 over the last year, with an almost 11,800 gain in March alone. The unemployment rate for construction workers is at a low 4.8%. Due to the skilled labor shortage, wages are up 6% year-over-year as of March. There are now 381,000 open, unfilled positions in the construction sector.

Higher inflation and business costs, combined with increasing interest rates, tightened monetary policy and waning fiscal stimulus, will slow overall economic growth in 2022. While most forecasters, including NAHB, do not predict a recession during 2022, the risk of a recession next year is rising. The Fed’s intended aggressive policy path for higher rates would guarantee an economic slowdown and risk an outright recession in 2023. To engineer a soft landing, tightened monetary policy must be complemented with fiscal and regulatory policy that helps ease the economy’s myriad supply-side challenges.

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ABMA Celebrates Successful Advocacy Week RENSSELAER, N.Y. – The American Building Materials Alliance (ABMA) concluded its inaugural Advocacy Week on April 8th.

Over the course of the week-long event, over 100 ABMA members met virtually with over 40 legislators and their offices to highlight our three 2022 priority issues of workforce development, supply chain delays, and inflation.

“Talk to any ABMA member and they will tell you that workforce development, supply chain delays, and inflation are the primary issues impacting their businesses every day,” said ABMA Legislative Committee Chair and NRLA member Joe Cecarelli. “Advocacy Week is all about putting our members and their compelling LBM stories front and center with their Congressional members. Our grassroots-centric model lets Senators and Representatives hear firsthand accounts of how our industry is meeting these challenges and stepping up to help our national economy grow.”

The three highlighted bills were The Employer-Directed Skills Act (HR6255), The LICENSE Act (HR6567/S3556), and The Informed Lawmaking to Combat Inflation Act (HR6629). Descriptions of these bills can be found on the ABMA website or by clicking here.

Legislator appearances were made by Rep. Mo Brooks (AL-5), Sen. Susan Collins (ME), Rep. Chris Pappas (NH-1), Rep. Elise Stefanik (NY-22), Sen. Jack Reed (RI), Rep. David Cicilline (RI-1), and more.

“There is strength in numbers and the response to this critical call to action by the ABMA membership demonstrates the commitment and passion of the LBM industry,” commented ABMA Legislative Committee Vice Chair and CSA member Ida Ross Hicks. “Our members look forward to continuing to collaborate with our Congressional representatives to support ideas and initiatives that help build our businesses, protect our employees, and remain community anchors for years to come.”

ABMA will be following up these productive legislative meetings with Congressional District Office meetings and yard tour invitations for legislators to visit with our members in their home regions.

About ABMA The American Building Materials Alliance (ABMA) advocates on behalf of the lumber and building materials (LBM) industry. ABMA represents LBM dealers and associated businesses in Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, D.C. We work directly with members of Congress, the White House, and federal agencies to impact the legislative and regulatory process as it affects the LBM industry. ABMA is powered by the Northeastern Retail Lumber Association (NRLA) and Construction Suppliers Association (CSA).

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84 Lumber Announces Seventh Annual Operation Appreciation Campaign This May, 84 Lumber is honoring the U.S. Military through a month-long series of donations, partnerships and giveaways EIGHTY FOUR, PA. (April 28, 2022) – Each year in May, 84 Lumber celebrates Military Appreciation Month through its annual Operation Appreciation campaign. The building materials supplier is continuing the tradition this May through a variety of giveaways, donations and partnerships.

“For over 65 years, 84 Lumber has been committed to honoring and giving back to our military,” said 84 Lumber Vice President of Marketing Amy Smiley. “Operation Appreciation is just one of the many ways we show gratitude to those who have served, and we’re proud to be able to honor these heroes.”

For this year’s campaign, 84 Lumber announced several ways the company is celebrating the military throughout May: •

The company committed to a $10,000 “Donation of the Week” every single week during May. There will be four total donations to various military related charities totaling $40,000.

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84 Lumber is partnering with the Pittsburgh Pirates for the month of May to develop memorable programs and activations to honor heroes. The partnership will include an Armed Forces Appreciation Game & Skyblast on May 21st, Military Mondays and Flag Raising Ceremonies.

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The company is sharing Dylan Fessler’s story on social media and during a Pittsburgh Pirates military game. Dylan is an associate at the Newnan, Georgia 84 Lumber store, who served in the U.S. Army Infantry and has a passion for recruiting other Veterans and helping them transition into a new career after the military.

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Each 84 Lumber associate nationwide will be sporting a custom Operation Appreciation t-shirt.

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The company announced a new benefit for 84 Lumber Veteran or active-duty associates. Starting this year, every 84 Lumber associate who is a Veteran or active duty will be given an extra paid day off to use on a Veteran-related holiday, such as Veteran’s Day or Memorial Day, each year. This will give associates a chance to attend ceremonies in honor of our military on these important holidays.

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On social media, 84 Lumber is featuring an assortment of military- and Veteran-owned companies throughout the month.

Following the features, 84 Lumber will be hosting a giveaway on social media, where one lucky social media fan will receive an assortment of goods purchased from each Veteran-owned company.

In addition to the month-long promotions, 84 Lumber honors Veterans year-round through a 10 percent discount for all military personnel and first responders. The company also has combat-wounded purple parking spots at every store nationwide and puts a strong emphasis on hiring former military members as well.

“We are honored to have the opportunity to thank our country’s heroes,” said Smiley. “In previous years, we’ve given away a tiny house, awarded veterans with $8,400 to their local stores, launched partnerships with organizations like the Fisher House Foundation, and much more. We look forward to continuing this tradition, and we hope it makes a difference this year.”

84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held building materials supplier. To learn more about 84 Lumber or to follow along with the Operation Appreciation Campaign, visit 84lumber.com or follow Facebook.com/84Lumber, Instagram.com/84Lumber and linkedin.com/company/84-lumber.

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US LBM Acquires Truss Manufacturer and Supplier Crown Components National building materials distributor grows presence in Metropolitan Phoenix area PHOENIX, April 04, 2022—US LBM, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, has acquired Crown Components, a manufacturer and supplier of structural roof and floor trusses in the metropolitan Phoenix area.

Founded in 2014, Crown Components serves framing and building contractors for residential, multi-family and light commercial projects. Crown Components manufactures all types of pre-assembled roof and floor wood trusses in a variety of shapes and systems, and provides full turn-key manufacturing services including materials takeoffs, truss design and jobsite delivery.

Crown Components operates a nine-acre facility in Tolleson, Ariz. that services the Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale market.

“We are excited to partner with US LBM, one of the top companies in the building materials industry, to further our growth and offer even more value to our customers and employees,” said Crown Components Co-President and General Manager Jeff Oitzman, who along with Bob Barrette will continue to lead day-to-day operations.

“The Crown Components team has a great culture of hard-working and dedicated associates and is well known for its top-quality production and service,” said US LBM President and CEO L.T. Gibson. “We are excited to partner with Crown Components, which complements our other operations in the region, to expand in the growing Phoenix Metro market.”

Other US LBM divisions in Arizona include R&K Building Materials and Rosen Materials.

Coil Partners acted as financial advisor to Crown Components.

About US LBM US LBM is the largest privately owned, full-line distributor of specialty building materials in the United States.

Offering a comprehensive portfolio of specialty products, including windows, doors, millwork, wallboard, roofing, siding, engineered components and cabinetry, US LBM combines the scale and operational advantages of a national platform with a local go-to-market strategy through its national network of locations across the country. For more information, please visit uslbm.com or follow US LBM on LinkedIn.

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US LBM Reaffirms Environmental Commitment to Mark Earth Day 2022 Leading building materials distributor strengthens commitment to environmental sustainability BUFFALO GROVE, Ill., April 22,2022—US LBM, a leading distributor of specialty building materials in the United States, joins the world today in marking the 52nd Earth Day by reaffirming its commitment to environmentally sustainable business practices.

“US LBM exists to build and improve communities, and we have an opportunity and responsibility as a leader in the building materials industry to take actions today that protect our environment and foster a better tomorrow,” said US LBM President and CEO L.T. Gibson.

Beyond selling and distributing a wide range of building products, such as windows, doors, insulation and roofing, that improve energy efficiency for customers, US LBM has undertaken multiple efforts that both optimize the company’s dayto-day operations and strengthen its environmental sustainability, including: • Working with suppliers engaged in certified sustainable forestry practices.

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Reducing emissions and fuel consumption across the company’s distribution fleet through the use of route planning technology that optimizes delivery routes and minimizes travel time. To date, this technology has been incorporated into nearly 500 vehicles in US LBM’s fleet and continues to be deployed at the company’s operating divisions, including to the more than 1,400 vehicles the company added through acquisitions in 2021.

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Improving efficiency at the company’s building materials distribution yards and manufacturing locations by executing more than 300 continuous improvement projects over the past six years, many of which are focused on the optimization of material flow through the reduction of onsite transportation and motion at facilities, leading to reduced fuel use and emissions of vehicles and equipment, such as trucks, vans and forklifts.

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Minimizing wood waste at all of US LBM’s building component manufacturing locations, which produce wood products such as wall panels, floor and roof trusses, via the use of sophisticated design technology that increases efficiency and reduces the number of cuts made to wood to the absolute minimum.

“Continuous improvement is a core value of US LBM, and we have several additional initiatives underway to expand our sustainability efforts and further our commitment,” said Gibson. US LBM has partnered with a leading climate accounting platform to help advance the company’s sustainability strategy and establish greenhouse gas reduction targets, and recently joined the United Nations Global Compact.

The UN Global Compact is a voluntary initiative in which companies commit to aligning their business strategies and operations with 10 universal principles related to human rights, labor, anti-corruption and the environment. Currently more than 15,000 companies worldwide have joined the UN Global Compact; US LBM is the first full line building products distributor in the US to participate.

“The principles outlined by the UN Global Compact have been embedded in our company and culture since day one,” said Gibson. “As a vital link in our nation’s construction and infrastructure supply chain, we’re proud to join with so many like-minded companies and contribute to the broader goals outlined by the Global Compact, particularly the Sustainable Development Goals to benefit our environment.”

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Countdown to Building Safety Month begins Month-long celebration in May includes free educational events open to the public

April 19, 2022, Washington, D.C. – The countdown has begun for the International Code Council’s 42nd annual Building Safety Month. The May event, designed to increase awareness of everyday safety issues in homes, schools and other buildings, features four weeks of educational offerings including webinars, Facebook LIVE events and other digital resources.

This Building Safety Month, the Code Council invites the public to attend free virtual events, including: • • • •

Tiny Homes and Affordability, Tuesday, May 3, 3–4 pm ET Career Paths for Military Veterans, Tuesday, May 10, 2–3 pm ET Backflow Basics: Repair & Testing, Tuesday, May 24, 2–3:30 pm ET Pool Owner Safety 101, Wednesday, May 25, 2–3 pm ET

Register for these events and more on the Building Safety Month events page.

“This year’s theme ‘Safety for All: Building Codes in Action’ invites communities to get involved,” said Code Council Board of Directors President Cindy Davis, CBO. “Modern, regularly-updated building codes save lives and contribute to safer, more affordable and more sustainable buildings and communities. Building Safety Month helps to spread that message far and wide.”

2022 Building Safety Month sponsors include the American Concrete Institute, Gypsum Association, Simpson Strong-Tie and State Farm. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.

More information about Building Safety Month, including details regarding events, can be found at: www.buildingsafetymonth. org.

For communities and individuals who would like to participate in Building Safety Month: • • • • •

View this year’s Building Safety Month campaign video.

Check out our campaign promotion guides, including how to host a webinar and run a social media campaign.

Download campaign images, including the campaign poster, web banners, social media graphics and video call backgrounds.

Visit the shop for promotional Building Safety Month items for sale such as brochures, pencils, stickers, hats and vests for kids.

Re-share social media posts from the Code Council about Building Safety Month along with the hashtag #BuildingSafety365. For easy reference, here are links to the Code Council accounts: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram. ###

About the International Code Council The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

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Global Timber Construction Connectors Market to 2028 – Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report – ResearchAndMarkets.com April 12, 2022--DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The “Timber Construction Connectors Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Timber To Timber, Timber To Masonry, Timber To Steel), By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2021 - 2028” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

The global timber construction connectors market size is expected to reach USD 2.14 billion by 2028, according to a new report by the publisher. It is expected to expand at a CAGR of 13.9% from 2021 to 2028.

Companies Mentioned • • • • •

Pryda Simpson Strong-Tie Company, Inc. MiTek Inc. Timberplates Connext Post and Beam

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Knapp GmbH E.u.r.o.Tec GmbH Mass Timber Connections (MTC) Solutions BPC Building Products Limited

Increasing trends pertaining to timber-based construction, especially for residential structures, are expected to drive the demand for timber construction connectors over the forecast period.

Commercial availability of connectors and fasteners in the retail market, coupled with the availability of varied designs and dimensions for connecting components, is a key factor likely to promote the utilization of connectors in wood construction projects. Moreover, custom fastening products with a variety of metals are expected to support product penetration in the market.

The timber to timber product segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2020 and is anticipated to maintain its lead in the projected period. Growing demand for wood-based frame structures in residential as well as commercial construction projects is likely to ascend the demand for construction connectors.

Key players are aiming to offer custom fastening materials for timber-based construction. Furthermore, the acquisition of production facilities and increasing investments in material development are other factors considered for increasing the market penetration.

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In North America, the timber to timber product segment dominated the market with a revenue share of over 85.0% in 2020 owing to

the large demand for wood-based construction projects, especially in the U.S. and Canada The residential application segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2020 owing to the high acceptance of wood structures in single-family housing units Europe emerged as the largest regional market in 2020 with a revenue share of more than 35.0%. The growing demand for wood-frame structures in Germany, Sweden, and France is likely to ascend the demand for products in the projected time In the European market, Germany held the largest revenue share in 2020. High penetration of wood-based houses in the country and increasing trends for eco-friendly constructions for commercial projects are the factors governing the market growth Manufacturers are aiming to achieve optimum business growth by implementing strategies including acquisition, joint venture, capacity expansion, new product development, promotion of key product brands, and significant investments in R&D

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BIM/VDC Senior Designer 22-0426 Employer: Simple Homes Simple Homes is seeking a highly motivated, experienced draftsperson/ component designer to join our architecture and engineering team. This role will primarily be focused on transforming both new and existing designs into detailed fabrication models using the MiTek Sapphire Suite. In addition, this individual will be responsible for the production of detailed construction and shop drawings for component manufacturing (wall panels, floor panels, and roof sections). Last but not least, the individual will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of new designs that are optimized for our unique panelized building system.

At Simple Homes we look for problem solving pros – folks who aren’t afraid to dive in, get their hands dirty, and figure out innovative solutions. As we are an earlystage startup, we need folks who can wear many hats and are energized by a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment. In this role, we also need you to have a passion for VDC and BIM. Production Manager J15231 Employer: Client Confidential Opportunity at expanding truss manufacturing plant for an Production Manager/Yard Foreman position with option to choose between dayshift or nightshift.

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Production Manager - Truss/Panel J13987 Employer: Client Confidential Production manager opportunity for a $20 million dollar truss, panel and stair operation. 40+_ employees. Responsible for production and deliveries. Typical duties, stable operation. Can not say more at this time. Inquire for details.

Truss Designer - MiTek/Multifamily J14173 Employer: Client Confidential JobLine Senior Designer ranking and MiTek software experience (Sapphire preferred) is highly desirable for this position. Prefer someone with commercial and multifamily experience but strong Single Family Custom will be considered. Bring your friends!

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Remote Mega-Multifamily Estimator J15227 Employer: Client Confidential Remote Mega-Multifamily Truss Estimator opportunity. Qualified candidates will already know the general duties and skills needed for this position and additional details can be obtained prior to approving presentation. Employer will consider 3+ years single family design experience.

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

Remote Designer - Truss/Panel J14179 Employer: Client Confidential This opportunity is for senior remote designers with truss and/or wall panel experience. Only highly capable designers with solid remote experience will be considered.

MiTek software experience preferred. The ideal candidate will have multifamily and single family experience. This advanced level designers only. Please inquire for additional information.

Remote Wall Panel Designer Production Builder Market J14107 Employer: Client Confidential If you are a mid level Remote Wall Panel designer, able to design for mostly production builder type projects, able to design in savings and create packages that work in the plant and on site, this is a job you should consider. The company uses MiTek but will consider other wall panel design software experience. This job requires someone who is used to working with repetitive tasks, but also finding savings and minimizing errors.

Truss & Wall Panel Designer J15226 Employer: Client Confidential Located in coastal northeast is a growing truss and wall panel manufacturer looking for an experienced truss & wall panel designer. The ideal candidate would be local to our central NJ market, but remote design is also a possibility. Previous experience with the MiTek suite of software is a plus.

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as COVID-19, its aftermath, and raging inflation brought the multi-family truss business back to its roots? Bo Powers, co-owner of Panel Truss, sees fewer wraps and more garden style jobs further from cities. Kenny Shifflett, owner of Ace Carpentry, believes the plethora of these “cornfield” jobs may be a passing phase, as Gen Z (born 1996–2010) prefers inner city housing, or apartments near transit stations. How might this affect the truss business?

Joe Kannapell, P.E.

Garden apartment truss jobs, especially in prosperous areas, provide steady, repetitive work, especially in floor trusses. Jobsites are larger and easier to access and trucks are offloaded quicker. Even as buildings have gotten taller and more expansive, they’ve retained some similarity to one another. However, keeping apace with construction can overtask a facility and risk crowding out single family work. And that risk becomes even greater with the wraps and podiums.

Large monolithic apartment buildings began springing up around the new Millennium as Millennials began moving into cities. To make their new abodes affordable, the old densities of 19–25 units per acre had to be doubled or even tripled, giving rise to the new typologies of wraps, donuts, and podiums. Parking areas have to be stacked, requiring concrete structures, that are concealed either behind or beneath the wood framed structure. Roof trusses often must be designed for the added loading resulting from rooftop recreational spaces or green areas that take the place of expensive ground level open spaces.

The Wraparound or Wrapped buildings position their living units along the streetscape, blocking from view most of their concrete garages.

Typically, these buildings are located in less-densely populated city edges, are usually topped out at 4 stories, and must follow provisions of the International Building Code (IBC) for Type V structures.

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The Texas Donut, a term coined by Trussway, is a special case of the Wrap in which the living units totally surround the unsightly garage and are ideally suited for infill locations. The perimeter outline of structure is generally rectangular, but the center may combine open spaces with the parking garage, as shown.

Podium apartment structures are framed on top of elevated concrete platforms and are designed under more stringent IBC Type III requirements. They may reach heights of 85 feet and contain up to 5 wood framed floors over two concrete stories, with very specific fire protection requirements.

Exterior walls and adjacent structural elements must be two-hour fire rated, often requiring custom fire treatment of high grades of lumber. Their below-the-podium areas contain mostly well-ventilated parking areas, a significant plus in regions with inclement weather.

This type of building converts project management from a “by floor and by building” into a “by-zones” methodology and greatly complicates design. Because they contain a gargantuan number of framing elements, dividing these buildings into manageable zones without an “x-ref” software capability is an awesome challenge.

This type of software enables a designer to setup and manipulate specific zones, ensuring that they fit properly into the rest of the structure. And this segmented project management must carry over into truss manufacturing and shipping, which both require incredible coordination in urban zones with negligible lay-down areas.

In summary, component manufacturers have developed increasingly sophisticated systems to successfully truss even the largest and most complex housing structures. Indeed, only because of CMs’ long history of successes are such complex buildings proliferating, providing the best values for residents in nearly every venue from inner cities to rural counties. While many garden apartment buildings can be trussed with ease, high density multi-family structures, built standalone, as wraps, or on a podium, require many times the expertise.

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