June 2025 Component Manufacturing Advertiser Magazine by Component Manufacturing Advertiser

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“Knowing When to Hold ‘Em” Cover story on page 170

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Anna Stamm – Advertiser Forum: Renewed Respect for Construction

Joe Kannapell: Home Building Technology, Part VI: The Original Wood Truss Manufacturers

Wendy Boyd – Spida Machinery: Now’s the Time to Pause So You Can Look Ahead

Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC: True Employee Motivation and Satisfaction

Glenn Traylor: What Kind of Message Does Your Facility Send to Your Employees?

Steve Shrader – Hundegger: Is Your Downstream Crew Still Solving Problems Created Upstream?

Kevin Guest – Stiles Machinery: Prefabrication Scalability: Where to Begin

Kathryn Pedde –JAX, The Wood Retriever: Feed 2, 3, 4, or 5 Saws with the JAX Gantry

Carl Villella – Acceptance Leasing: The Benefits of Working with a Consultative Finance Professional

Rhonda Leppert –Blue Ocean Development: Good Fun and a Good Cause in the Capital Area

Thomas McAnally – TheJobLine: The Cost of Convenience: How Offshore and Remote Design are Undermining the Future of the Truss Industry

Geordie Secord – Design Connections: Why Designers Should Get Out of the Office (and Into the Field)

Craig Webb – Webb Analytics: Truss-Making Companies on Webb Analytics’ 2025 Construction Supply 150 Struggled Amid Tough Times

Joan O'Neil and Ed Cilurso –International Code Council: 5 Ways Building Safety Professionals Are Using Artificial Intelligence

MiTek Staff: The ICC Code Development Process –Code Action Hearing Update

Alpine Staff: New IFC Export: Better Collaboration and Visualization

Simpson Strong-Tie Staff: Lot Level Tracking

Joe Kannapell – The Last Word: Knowing When to Hold ‘Em

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Advertiser Forum

Renewed Respect for Construction

When I heard the nightly news would have a feature on the return of shop classes to high schools, my interest was piqued. Listening to the report, it was refreshing to hear the students’ excitement for the good job opportunities that would be available to them after graduation. Apparently, the trades are a worthwhile career path after all!

Raising the Profile of Construction

Every person who reads this magazine can take steps that will improve the profile of, and respect for, the construction industry. Just think about it. Has your plant offered a tour lately, or ever? Are management or employees participating in the local community in any meaningful ways? Does your business sponsor any local activities or teams?

The construction industry, like many blue collar trades, is not always respected as a career path. What’s worse, they’re still seen as jobs for people who aren’t smart enough to do something better. But, we can help earn respect for our industry if we take actions that show our respect for it too. We don’t have to perpetuate the same negative stereotypes about our industry, and we can encourage a culture of excellence and quality in everything we produce.

Riding the Wave

The day after that nightly news broadcast, I received a marketing email for a new Henry rifle, the American Construction Industry Tribute Edition. As that email proclaims, “At Henry Repeating Arms, we know that America is built by hand—by the tradespeople who plan it, frame it, wire it, plumb it, paint it, and roof it. [This] rifle is our salute to the men and women who get the job done.” Although I do not automatically equate construction with hunting rifles, I was happy to see the promotion, complete with a hard hat on the stock. It was one more sign that respect is on the rise for the construction industry.

So, what will you do to show your respect for our industry? Whether you consider it a marketing gimmick or a way to give back, there are benefits to connecting with your community beyond setting your sights on sales goals only. You may not have the budget for 24-kt gold-plated artwork, but there are many ways that you can garner respect and recognition for your business and our industry.

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Home Building Technology, Part VI: The Original Wood Truss Manufacturers

Although last month’s article in this series, “Home Building Technology, Part V: Early Truss Connection Innovators ,” brought our story up to the postwar time period, we would be remiss without acknowledging the original truss manufacturers in greater detail. A small group of fabricators dominated the wood truss business for twenty years, but they seldom have been given their due and their work has been largely forgotten. Their product arose out of the depression, aided us in the war effort, and garnered wood a much larger role in the construction economy. The connector they used, the split-ring, led to their success as well as their replacement. Even so, while the split-ring connector has been much disdained, the large commercial and residential applications of that time elevated wood engineering practice, and transitioned us to today’s modern truss plate technology.

The split-ring was discovered when lumber sales in the U.S. had dropped by two-thirds during the Great Depression, and two executives of the National Lumber Manufacturers Association (NLMA) went to Europe seeking other ideas to improve sales. They perhaps went there with the realization that Europeans were the first to raise huge structures using wood, such as the classic cathedrals, many of which were built before our country was born and are still standing. Surprisingly, in a Germany wracked by the ascension of Hitler to power in 1933, they discovered the first wood connector that could carry the maximum load that the wood members could sustain.

NLMA’s Board, comprised of timber industry titans, was determined to reverse the downward trend of wood’s market share of construction spending. Because most of their product was consumed in home building, which was not expected to recover in the near term, their only option was to pursue governmental and commercial work. To this end, the NLMA created a wholly owned R&D-oriented entity, The Timber Engineering Company (TECO), to exploit split-ring technology as well as other advances. They wisely chose Washington, D.C. as their headquarters to take advantage of the vastly increased government spending being initiated there, and they followed the lead of their largest member, Weyerhaeuser, in engaging in lobbying efforts.

To make the most out of the split-ring, they recruited a team of experienced civil engineers, who couldn’t have been difficult to find in 1935. These professionals first tackled the meager amount of work that was available to them, which came from the Works Progress Administration’s (WPA) job-creating programs and the Public Works Administration’s (PWA) low-income housing projects. Because these government entities specified that much of their work was to be demountable, wood trusses became the best alternatives. By 1938, NLMA members and other independents had fabricated trusses in nearly every state based on designs such as the one shown. Although designed to be demountable, few were disassembled, and this project in Columbia, South Carolina, with 16 buildings encompassing 280 units, continued to serve low-income residents for 79 years until it was razed and replaced in 2017.

After residential work, TECO engineers then turned their attention to commercial structures. Their amazingly detailed work was captured in their publication, “Typical Designs of Timber Structures.” This 141-page looseleaf manual was distributed at no charge in 1940 to 45,000 members of the building industry. Several of the included designs were accompanied with “as built” photos, although their intricate details cannot be fully appreciated from these now 86-year-old photos.

Although the initial publication of this manual occurred four years before the NLMA released its first National Design Values for Wood Construction (NDS), it was in full compliance with the values therein. Included were bow string trusses for airport hangers, arena roofs spanning up to 200’, and several sloping flat trusses for factory and warehouse roofs.

One of the most creative designs, intended for stadium grandstands, was said to be adaptable to many different venues and “may be extended… and may be used with and without roof.” This design “has been widely employed in the U.S. and Canada…and all have reported favorably on the strength and economy.”

Not shown in the manual was the design for the U.S. Navy’s blimp hanger, of which 17 were constructed during World War II. These were the largest wood structures ever built in the U.S. at 178’ tall, 300’ wide, and 1000’ long, covering 5½ acres. At least one still stands in Tustin, California.

In the early 1940s, when many war-related factories were being built, sawtooth roofs had become popular, with windows installed on the verticals members to provide light for operations. Also shown in the manual were three-hinged arches and water towers with access ladders.

The largest wartime application of the split-ring was for the hundreds of structures built on military bases, and the thousands of houses for workers at war materiel factories (for more on this, see “Truss Tales: How Wood Trusses Supported the War Effort and Helped Expand the Components Industry”). All of these wood structures “released steel in enormous quantities for war needs,” according to a Weyerhaeuser ad.

Split-ring trusses enjoyed one major advantage over current technology. The width of their cross section was at least three times the width of a single-ply plated truss. And in the case of long spans, 3-1/2” wide lumber could be used, adding even more to their stiffness in handling and their stability during erection. However, the complexity of fabrication could be overwhelming.

When housing became a high priority after the war, TECO focused on much smaller spanning trusses. They claimed to have supplied connectors for 200,000 housing units and many commercial buildings for which they sold $18 Million in connectors by 1957. As examples, TECO supplied luxury residences in California, a home built in 24 hours in Toronto, and a 5000-truss job built for a sprawling suburban St. Louis subdivision.

Despite their apparent success up to 1957, that year brought ominous developments for TECO in Miami. An aggressive salesman for a builder introduced a nailed-on steel plate connector to that market that was rapidly displacing most of TECO’s business. That plate was offered at a considerably lower price, and fully assembled trusses could be delivered to any site. When TECO discovered their unexpected loss of sales to another connector in one of the strictest building code areas of the country, they surely realized the magnitude of this threat. However, by that time, the threat had tripled. Not only had that salesman, Carol Sanford, begun taking TECO’s sales in other markets, but two other South Florida firms were offering connector products that were said to require no additional nailing.

As the building community embraced the overwhelming advantages of the modern truss connector beginning in the 1960s, the use of the split-ring gradually declined. In 1992, TECO sold their fastening and connector division, and the largest of the split-ring fabricators, American Roof Truss, ceased operations. On rare occasions when split-ring trusses continued to be specified, usually for architectural applications, truss plants quickly discovered, as I did in Texas in the 1980s, that they are exceedingly difficult to fabricate, encouraging the quest for alternatives, and giving rise to a whole new industry

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Now’s the Time to Pause So You Can Look Ahead

For many in the structural building components industry, the past few months have been quieter than usual. This has been caused by a combination of factors including economic, regulatory, and operational. I was talking to a customer recently and he put it like this: “where we’re normally running through the factory trying to get work out the door, now we’re walking through the shopfloor and not having to rush.”

Although being less busy can be unsettling, it also opens up an opportunity—one that’s easy to miss when you’re sprinting from job to job, from deadline to delivery. These quieter times offer the ideal moment to pause and look inward. If you’re finding yourself in this situation at the moment, I suggest that you stop and take the time to answer all those questions you haven’t had time to address, such as:

• where are the pressure points or bottlenecks in our operation?

• what slows us down?

• what frustrates our team?

• what holds us back from running at full potential?

• what process or machinery changes can provide more efficiencies?

• are there manual tasks that would be more beneficial to be automated?

• is our factory layout and placement of machinery helping or hindering our flow of lumber?

• what can we do to streamline the processes in our factory?

At Spida Machinery, we’ve been having a number of these conversations lately with manufacturers from factories of all sizes. It’s encouraging to see many factories using this time to reflect and refocus, because when the market changes again and “walking” goes back to “running,” the businesses who have used this time wisely will be in an advantageous position.

I’ve outlined a number of things for you to consider in these quieter periods when you have a moment to breathe!

Find the Bottlenecks, Before They Find You

Now’s the time to walk your floor with fresh eyes. Talk to your team. Where’s the manual double handling happening? Where’s downtime creeping in? Whether it’s software that doesn’t quite fit, machinery that’s due for an upgrade, or workflow gaps that cause friction, identifying those bottlenecks now will pay off big when things speed up again.

We’ve helped a number of frame and truss manufacturers tackle exactly these challenges— and not just with our machinery alone. Our personalized approach means we’ll work with you to understand the challenges unique to you and your factory. We’ll recommend machinery that meets your needs AND support you with factory layouts to ensure you’re getting optimal results from the placement of your machinery. Effective material handling and flow from one workstation to another is essential in achieving positive results, and we want to help you maximize your efficiency and ROI.

Assess Your Machinery to Make Sure It’s Working for You

This is truly an opportune time to assess the machinery in your factory! Ask yourself is it still fit for purpose? Does it require a service or an upgrade? Or, is it reaching the end of its serviceable life and a replacement machine or new alternate machine is needed?

What are your production needs now and what manufacturing goals do you have in the future? Your responses to these questions may be different to what they were a few years ago, so take stock of your current machinery to see if it still aligns with your requirements or if changes should be made.

Review Your Factory Layout

My April article, “Importance of Factory Layouts and Investing in the Right Machinery!,” discusses how factory layouts allow you to simplify and streamline workflow processes as well as assist you in maximizing your productivity and improving overall efficiency—and I need to stress these points again. When you have this quieter time, I recommend you look at your current factory layout and be honest: are their improvements that can be made to your • space utilization,

workflow optimization,

material handling,

worker safety, and

future proofing?

We’ve been in this industry for over 40 years, so have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to factory layouts and supporting you to ensure your layout is set up just right for your operation and your team.

Make the Most of Now

This industry never stands still for long, so I’d encourage you to take advantage of the quieter days. Ask the hard questions. Make the upgrades you’ve been putting off. Reach out for that consultation you’ve been meaning to schedule. It’s these kinds of moves that set high-performing factories apart from the rest.

We’re available and here to help you as you need.

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When you work with Spida Machinery, you’ll benefit from the following:

• From Cut to Completion Everything You Need

Whether you’re producing floor trusses, roof trusses, wall panels, or managing your cutting operations—we have you covered. Our full suite of machinery is designed to support the entire frame and truss process. That means fewer integration headaches, faster setup times, and the luxury of working with one partner who can provide machinery for all your manufacturing needs. And not only do we have over 70 products in our range, but we specialize in providing full truss cutting, wall frame, roof truss, and floor truss solutions where different machines work together to achieve streamlined processes, increased productivity, and lower labor costs.

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We’re involved in all areas of software from the design and development, through to the support and continuous improvement of the software. This independence means we’re free of third-party software suppliers, allowing us to be agile and responsive.

Our innovative software has been cleverly designed to strike just the right balance between being simple to use (and easy to be trained on) and offering flexible configuration.

• We’re With You For the Journey!

We’re much more than a machinery provider. We partner alongside you throughout the entire customer journey from initial requirements, through to factory layouts and manufacturing, installation, training, service, and support. Our journey with our customers does not stop once the machinery is inside your factory, because we partner alongside you to ensure you’re getting the most out of the machinery, now and into the future.

Act Now, Get in Touch

I’ve personally been working with customers within this industry for nearly 30 years and I’ve seen the market change multiple times. I totally appreciate how disconcerting it is when the humming in the factory is not as loud and isn’t lasting for as long each shift, and there is not as much rushing around the shopfloor. However, I strongly recommend you use this time wisely and to your own benefit. Take stock of your current situation: your pain points and bottlenecks, your factory layout, your machinery, and how each piece of equipment is performing.

If you’d like to explore whether improvements can be made, then please get in touch. As I’ve mentioned, at Spida Machinery we offer a range of products for all your frame and truss needs and happily share all our expertise and knowledge when working with you to make sure we’re providing the best solution tailored to your requirements, your factory, and your people.

So, what are you waiting for? Let’s talk, Wendy

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True Employee Motivation and Satisfaction

When discussing employee staffing issues during consultations, wages and long-term employment are inevitably part of the conversation. After decades of advisement, it is no longer a surprise to me about the disconnect between what executives think is most important to the employees versus what employees actually feel is most important. Below is a graphic chart that visually represents the employee’s point of view versus the employer’s point of view for ranking what is most important to the employee.

This information has been verified by numerous surveys by different HR groups. When asked to rank on a scale of one to ten, ten being the most important, the question is simply what do you feel is most important to employees to keep them motivated and satisfied with the company

Todd Drummond

The graph is structured so you can see, from left to right, what is most important from the employee’s perspective. But, as the color bars show, there is a significant disconnect from the employer’s perspective of what they believe is most important.

Much of this disconnect stems from willful blindness. Too many executives refuse to understand, or they do understand but are unwilling to acknowledge the truth about what is most important to the employees.

First, the big one is employee wages. Survey after survey by HR groups of employee satisfaction surveys all state that, when it comes to keeping an employee motivated and satisfied with the company, wages always come up 4th or 5th in a ten-question survey. However, the key to this ranking of salaries is that the company must pay market wages for the work. If the employees can find the same job for higher salaries somewhere else, wages become the number one issue. If your company has a high employee turnover rate and open positions, can you guess how the wage rates are affecting your company? Also, if the employees do not feel good about the working environment, then higher wages become a way to bribe them to stay with the company.

Second, what is most important to the employees is appreciation of their work and the fact that they all want to feel part of the processes that help the company make more informed decisions. Numbers one and two, appreciation of work well done and feeling part of the decision process, always land in top positions in surveys of this type. These aspects that are important to the employees are the very definition of good manager and employee communication. Surprisingly, these two aspects of good communication are the easiest to resolve, but they must be part of the company’s culture. But did you notice how low executives rate these two as most important to the employees? Having the employee as part of the decision process is the last important thing for managers. So many executives have a clear disconnect regarding employee engagement or worse, they pretend they care, but it is superficial. Letting employees know they are doing a good job and bringing them into the decision process cannot be faked or disregarded.

Of course, there are variations of the ranking depending on gender and individual needs and desires. Some seek promotions and leadership positions, while others need stability and longevity without the pressure of leadership roles. Good managers must understand the differences in motivation depending on various employee skills and desires. Volumes of books can be read about this topic, but the main points should be self-evident and should be worth serious consideration.

Net profits will always be negatively impacted if your company struggles with open positions and high employee turnover. There is much more to discuss to motivate and create employee satisfaction properly. Without fail, every company that TDC has seen with the best employee practices, and therefore satisfaction, always had higher than average net profits. Unsurprisingly, these companies with great employee practices have very low turnover or open positions. Hopefully, your company has more than superficial employee satisfaction practices.

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” — Colossians 3:23 – Work with All Your Heart

There is no better value than TDC for getting the best ROI for professional consulting services. TDC is your best source for learning about proven and practical lean manufacturing best practices combined with industrial engineering principles to keep your company at the leading edge of competitiveness. Cost savings and net profit gains that usually take months or years can be accomplished in weeks or months with TDC. No one is better at providing your team with proven results for good employee practices, pricing, truss labor estimation, and so many other best-in-class practices. All areas are addressed, not just manufacturing. Please do not take my word about TDC’s services, though. Read the public testimonials many current and past clients with decades of expertise and experience have been willing to give.

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• Ink Jet Printer

• Auto Deck (4 Chain)

• Auto Infeed Rail

• Powered Skewed Outfeed Conveyor with Roller Conveyor Receivers

• Incline Waste Conveyor

• 230 Volt / 3 Phase

• Available in late June 2025

• Video available upon request

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Design truss layout & profiles

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Maximize crew productivity & improve manufacturing efficiency

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

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

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Hain Systems Framer

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

Stops: Jig Bored Steel

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

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Length: 16’ or 20’

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

Shipping Weight: 3000 lbs

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

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Frequently experiencing shiners or missed studs in your components?

We can’t change your lumber quality, but we can help you compensate for it. Eliminate the possibility of shiners with the WEINMANN WALLTEQ sheathing station and BUILDTEQ transportation table.

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Schedule a call to explore a custom and comprehensive strategy to boost your production and revolutionize your work.

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

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

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

Jean Hart

Curt Holler

Chuck Ray

Glenn Traylor

Elliot Wilson

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

By Glenn Traylor

IWhat Kind of Message Does Your Facility Send to Your Employees?

n Quality Assurance, we aim to improve our product by enhancing manufacturing methods. Continuous effort is made to ensure work meets plant standards, with each employee fulfilling their role.

Even so, businesses that have a very narrow view of quality might be overlooking an important aspect in fostering a quality culture. For example, older truss operations often functioned under minimal conditions. I’ve visited truss plants with equipment on bare asphalt, no roof, and makeshift shelters of cardboard and pallets. Remarkably, plant management did not see the need to provide proper shelter for their workers, but at the same time I remember a production manager mentioning the difficulty of hiring employees.

I remember visiting truss plants where every piece of equipment was marked with graffiti and offensive language. The equipment was often damaged and malfunctioning. The workers generally lacked enthusiasm for their work responsibilities.

In many plants, provisions for employee break areas and personal storage, such as for lunches, jackets, or phones, are often minimal. Workplace regulations likely require basic amenities, though some facilities may only meet these standards marginally.

Today’s workforce has many options besides working in your truss plant. These alternatives often offer a more comfortable and a potentially safer work environment.

Would you rather work at a truss plant where your bathroom breaks are in a pleasant environment, or would you prefer minimal basics?

Consider this photo of the men’s bathroom at Huskey Truss and Building Supply, Murfreesboro, Tennessee. I was extremely blown away and impressed by this example of investing in the daily conditions for the plant’s production personnel.

Over the past several years, Huskey has constructed a genuinely nice break area, private storage areas, and clean places to break. In turn, there is renewed appreciation by the employees, and the team’s attitude has been positively impacted.

So, my question to you is where would you prefer to work? A plant with nice facilities or the plant where the second photo has been taken? Which facility helps create a culture of pride? In defense of the plant, please note that this photo was taken at a facility with very reasonable accommodation. The portable toilets are being used temporarily so they are closer to the workforce, and it is hoped this will be a temporary measure.

The Bottom Line

When you take a narrow view of quality, you may overlook important aspects of your plant that indirectly play a role in your business output. Do you treat your employees with respect? Do you provide the kind of facilities that you too would be willing to use? Do your employees think they are valued as an integral part of the business? What kind of message are you sending to your employees, and how does it affect their lives and your bottom line?

An ANSI/TPI 1 3rd Party Quality Assurance Authorized Agent covering the Southeastern United States, Glenn Traylor is an independent consultant with over 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, expert witness and ANSI/TPI 1 compliance assessments. Glenn provides new plant and retrofit designs, equipment evaluations, ROI, capacity analysis, and CPM analysis.

Glenn Traylor

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

2002 Monet B500 five-blade component saw – Single Sided Setup includes digital readouts, push-button movement controls for angles, manual movement for length, mechanical backup counters, (1) 30″ diameter blade, (2) 18″ diameter blades, (2) 16″ diameter blades, powered chain infeed with upper hold-downs and shaker pan waste conveyor. Cuts angles from 8 to 115 degree angles. Minimum 90/90 cut is 10 inches and shortest angle cut is 18 inches. Cuts 2×4 through 2×12 lumber up to 20 feet in length. Includes horizontal shaker-pan waste conveyor, spare set of blades, any available spare parts. 480 V, 3 Ph, 100 Amp electrical.

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• Touch Screen Computer

• Automated Infeed Deck

• Infeed/Outfeed Roller Table

• Ink Jet Printer (does not work)

• 230 Volt / 3 Phase

• Excludes: Outfeed Queue Rollers & Waste Conveyor $29,900 NOW $22,900 FOB AZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

TigerStop® System V 3.63 / S/N: 993504 18′ TigerStop (circa. 2006), using the Tiger control pad TigerStop can push and position material up to 150 lbs. Can be mounted to an existing manual chop-saw or under-table saw. Once installed TS is used as a semi-automatic set-up device utilizing a keypad input and pusher system to eliminate “walking the tape measure”. Measuring system mounted to HD Hytrol 20-CR motorized roller conveyor with three adjustable leg supports. Full user and installation manual included

$6,487, FOB IN.

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

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36’ Gooseneck (T-1384) 12K Axles, Front Roller-$53,163²

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Extendable Truss Trailers, 26’, 32’ and 36’ Gooseneck Truss Trailers (Split Truss Available as well on Goosenecks) and 40’, 48’, and 53’ Standard Truss Trailers.

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Hundegger leads the way in automation innovation for the truss component industry. Our advanced CAMBIUM software offers cutting-edge automation and digitalization solutions, revolutionizing operations, boosting productivity, and driving sustainable growth for manufacturers like you.

We go beyond standard mechanization; we champion true Automation. The Hundegger TD-II isn't just a saw-it's a transformative, comprehensive solution designed to streamline your production process. From retrieving lumber to optimizing, nesting, stacking, destacking, sorting, buffering, and precise delivery, our system ensures peak efficiency and productivity, tailored specifically to truss component manufacturing.

REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR TRUSS MANUFACTURING WITH THE HUNDEGGER TD-II

Harness the power of data with Hundegger's advanced CAMBIUM TACTICAL software. It meticulously tracks and optimizes your production, ensuring more automated operations and significant productivity gains.

We provide state-of-the-art automation and control solutions that set the industry standard. Our focus on industrial automation and robotics positions Hundegger as the leader in enhancing performance and efficiency in truss component manufacturing and beyond.

Hundegger products are essential for future-proofing your business. Elevate your productivity and secure your competitive edge with our advanced technologies and automation solutions, meticulously designed to meet the unique demands of component manufacturers today and tomorrow.

Don't get left behind. Invest in the future with true automation from Hundegger and see your business thrive.

2018 Spida Plate Marker with DeWalt Saw

• 20' of Steel Framed Table with Plastic Top

• Spida Automated 20' Length Stop/ Plate Positioner

• Auto Plate Positioning with Manual Marking

• Control Cabinet Enclosure with Touch Screen Computer

• DeWalt Model DWS780 Miter Saw

• Support Table for DeWalt Saw

• 10' Infeed Roller Conveyor

• Excludes Dust Collector & Spida Annual Support Fee

$19,900 FOB ND Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1994 Timbermill Model MH5G-20

Component Saw

Five blades cut lumber from 2″ x 4″ through 2″ x 12″, 4″ x 2″ lengths from 12 inches to 20 feet, including four-angle floor webs from 18 inches. All powered movements. Saw includes (1) 30″, (2) 20″ and (2) 14″ blades, analog scales, chain-drag scrap conveyor with chain-drag scrap incline, and an extra set of blades. Additionally this saw includes an extensive spare parts inventory including: Contacts/Starters, fuses, push buttons, limit switches, crank handles, scales/rulers/dials, angulation, conveyor, and saw motors, universal joints, and arms for outfeeds. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$17-924 FOB NC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

• Servo Controlled Single Blade Linear Saw

• 7.5 HP Motor (230 Volt/3 Phase) with 20" Blade

• Touch Screen Computer

• Ink Jet Printer

• Powered Infeed Roller Tables & Outfeed Queue System

• (2) Manual Bunk Feeders (saw can be used with or without bunk feeders)

• Waste Conveyor (includes new belt which needs to be installed)

• 240 Volt / 3 Phase

• Motion Control Upgrade in 2018

• New Computer with Touch Screen in 2019

• T1 Axis Rod and Pillow Bearings replaced in 2023

• (4) T1 Linear Bearings replaced in 2023

• (4) Z1 Linear Bearing replaced in 2023

• (8) Belt Drive Linear Bearings replaced in 2023

• Several Belt Drive Wheels replaced in 2023

• New Z1 Actuator in 2023

• Spare Parts: 2 White Drive Belts, Spare Power Cable, Rebuilt Z1 Actuator

• Video available upon request

Cuts wall and truss parts from lumber depths 2×4 through 2×12, 60”+ scarf cuts, internally optimizes material (up to 11 7/8″ x 1.5″ EWP) Includes 20 foot OEM auto-infeed conveyor and 15 foot OEM outfeed conveyor, and under-saw scrap conveyor with belt-type incline. All servo controlled functions, Microsoft Windows XP OS, 7.5 hp motor with 20” carbide tipped blade. Includes spare infeed/outfeed belt and any available spare parts. No printer is included. The door latch needs to be repaired. 220v / 3 ph power, 125 PSI air required.

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2003 Alpine AutoMill RS Component Saw, Model 344

Computer controlled 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, auto management reporting. The RS cuts from 13″ to 20′ long material in size ranging from 2×3″ through 2×12″, includes [3] 18″, [1] 22″ and [1] 32″ blades with air brakes, shaker pan waste conveyor to incline scrap conveyor, one set of spare blades and any available spare parts. (Infeed conveyor needs electrical service). 480v/60Hz/3Ph power.

$17,997 NOW $12,497 FOB AZ

Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Striebig Optisaw, model Optisaw Automatic (Type # 5164) vertical panel saw station, with angled frame supporting material being cut: Max. cutting height (vertical) 5′-4″, max. cutting length (horizontal) 15′-1″, max. cutting thickness 2.36″. Both vertical and horizontal analog measuring scales on frame. Cutting head manually rotates from vertically to horizontally for rip vs. cross-cutting, adjustable spacers for repetitive cuts, 5.25 HP saw motor, 9.84″ diameter blade, guide bearings for travel , push button controls, e-stop button and dust extraction hose (no vacuum included). Overall footprint of station 19′-1″ wide x 4′7″ deep x 7′-10″ height. Sold for $36,000 new. 208 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$14,490 FOB AZ Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

2000 Alpine AutoMill Component Saw 2000 Alpine AutoMill model 343H, (5) blade component saw, cuts lumber from 2×3 through 2×12, from 18″ to 20′, 4-angle floor webs from 18″. Includes powered length and angulation, digital readouts, (1) 32″, (3) 18″ & (1) 20″ blade, shaker under-saw scrap conveyor, incline, PC with Windows 98 o/s, and outfeed conveyor. Decommissioned in 2018. Stored indoors. 480 volt ,3 phase electrical required.

$10,497 FOB ON Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Idaco Webmatic Saw

• Roof & Floor Web Saw

• Four 5 HP Saw Motors

• Cuts 2x4, 4x2 and 2x6 up to 16'

• Manual Angulation

• Waste Conveyor (under saw)

• Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw)

$8,500 FOB CO

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

NEW Hain 20' Powered Measuring System

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

$8,990

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

By Steve Shrader

Is Your Downstream Crew Still Solving Problems Created Upstream?

Too often, systems that claim to be “automated” still rely on people to direct the flow. That reliance on people rather than true automation means you’re still solving problems downstream that were created by things happening upstream. A picker is still compensating for a backup in the last crew. Your team is manually sorting parts to match a bundle. A supervisor is still playing chess with last week’s mistakes. And when people are left to solve yesterday’s problems, what you have isn’t automation. It’s just rearrangement.

This isn’t a criticism of great equipment. Plenty of systems are fast, precise, and well built. But the question isn’t how fast they move. It’s whether they know why they’re moving at all. Ask yourself this: Is your investment still pushing parts through the plant -OR- is it pulling them based on final delivery and build schedule?

True automation doesn’t begin when the blade spins. It begins when the job is analyzed, sequenced, and logically prepared based on delivery phase and jobsite requirements. With software like CAMBIUM, smart production starts with:

● Analyzing every job by construction phase

● Reverse-engineering production from the delivery bundle back to raw material

●Optimizing and sequencing parts with live, logic-driven flow control

● Communicating across departments using cloud-based software instead of clipboards.

This is what “pull-based” production looks like. The system doesn’t just cut.

An automated system doesn’t ask, “What next?”, because it already knows what needs to be delivered, to whom, and in what order.

Let’s Talk Numbers, Not Guesswork

Real automation is measurable. When logic drives production instead of labor, the results speak for themselves. Consider a system that includes Hundegger’s TD-II saw, the WoodRanger, and a smart TACTical distribution layout. When you automate the logic and not just the motion, here’s what you get:

● 9 parts per minute

● 5.5 board feet per part

● 2,970 board feet per hour

● Over 23,000 board feet in a shift

● All with one operator.

That’s not because we trained a picker better. That’s because the system is pulling the job through, using intelligent sequencing and material logic.

Smart Doesn’t Mean Fancy—It Means Logical

Yes, robots placing sheets with millimeter precision sounds futuristic. And in some operations, it makes sense. But in truss and component manufacturing, success doesn’t come from bells and whistles, it comes from who owns the logic.

If your floor layout is optimized for walking, reaching, scanning, and sorting, you’re solving for labor. If your floor layout is optimized for pulling bundles from build schedule backwards, you’re solving for scale. Automation is a logic problem, not a layout problem. And logic doesn’t call in sick, take lunch breaks, or guess what bundle comes next.

The Real Question for 2025

As vendors flood inboxes with claims about optimization, efficiency, and modernization, you should pause and ask:

● Is this solution pulling the job through or is it just pushing it faster?

● Is this software making decisions or is it relying on someone who remembers what worked last week?

● Is this truly automated or just mechanized?

In 2025, the smartest investment isn’t in equipment that moves. It’s a system that thinks for itself.

From Virtual Bundle to Physical Reality

This is the core of smart off-site automation. With Hundegger’s logic-driven workflow, you don’t just build parts. You build the bundle.

Digitally pre-assemble the bundle:

● CAMBIUM evaluates jobsite needs and construction phases

● Parts are grouped by delivery logic and build order

● A digital twin of the bundle is created, including stacking plan and load-out sequence.

Optimize lumber selection and cutting order:

●Software selects the most efficient lumber from inventory

● Cuts are sequenced in the same order the bundle will be physically stacked.

Physically build the bundle in real time:

● The saw , buffer, and conveyors follow the digital twin

● Each part is cut, sorted, and stacked in order

● The final result is a siteready, phase-correct package with no re-sorting required.

This is not just faster production. It is smarter production. Hundegger’s CAMBIUM software truly automates the process and allows you to create nicely optimized, organized, ready-to-ship bundles, completely cut AND stacked by the Hundegger’s TD-II saw.

When you’re ready to explore how automation not just equipment can transform your operations, we’ll be glad to show you what’s possible.

New Monet DeSawyer ESC (Servo Controlled) Component Saw

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

$379,900 FOB MO

2006 Alpine AutoMill SC Automated Component Saw

• Model 348B

• Automated Setup via Download or Semi-Automated Setup via Touch Screen Input

• 23 Axes of Automation

• Sets up in 2 to 15 Seconds

• Five Blades cut 2x3 thru 2x12 up to 20'

• Waste Conveyor (under saw)

• Excludes Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) and Live Deck (in fronnt of saw)

• 480 Volt / 3 Phase

• Video available upon request

$38,900 NOW $10,000 FOB TX Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Safety Speed Manufacturing Model 7400 XL Panel Saw

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

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

Safety Speed Cut Model 7000 Panel Saw

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

THE MOST TRUSSED NAME IN LUMBER

Why do so many manufacturers rely on West Fraser for mechanically graded lumber? With over 30 North American mills, 14 of which produce MSR, we run a highly dependable supply chain in both SYP and SPF.

Our ability to identify higher grade lumber imparts predictable strength and consistency to high-performing trusses and other products. Why not let our high production standards support yours?

Truss us – we won’t let you down.

2021 Powermatic Model 511 Panel Saw 2021 Powermatic model 511 panel saw. Vertical panel saw features a powerful 3HP worm-drive motor which rotates in the carriage, adding the versatility to perform rip cuts. The solid aluminum rollers assure smooth feeding of stock and perfect 90° cuts every time. This saw will handle panels up to 5-ft tall in unlimited length. Includes horizontal and vertical scales and casters for mobility, the counterweight system keeps the saw carriage in the desired position when loading or unloading panels. Features dual 4″ dust collection ports with nylon brush surrounding the blade for superior dust collection from the front and the rear side of the panel. 115v, 1-phase electrical required.

$6,799 NOW $1,999 FOB AZ

Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

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

$18,630 FOB MN

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Whirlwind Model 1000 Cut-Off Saw

• 5 HP Motor with 14" Blade

• 2 3/16" x 8 1/4" Capacity

• Pneumatic Blade Guard/Lumber Clamp

• Foot Pedal Control

• Dust Collection Outlet

• 460 Volt / 3 Phase

• 1 Left Hand & 1 Right Hand Model

Available

$3,500 NOW $2,250 Each FOB NC Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1982 SpeedCut MetraCut

Centerline Saw

GOOSENECK ROLL OFF TRUSS TRAILERS

26’, 32’ & 36’ sizes available, Split Rollers available too! 2 YEAR WARRANTY

ALL TRAILERS NOW AVAILABLE WITH OPTIONAL GALVANIZED ROLLERS

Scan the QR Code to take you directly to our website. For more information or to request a quote Call or Email: 1-800-237-5161 sales@precisionequipmfg.com

1982 Speed Cut Metra Cut, model SSA-11, centerline saw, 16″ blade, maximum cutting depth of 6″, maximum cut length of 31″, 164 deg. cutting range and 5 HP motor. Includes push-button on/off controls and analog angle measure on turntable with air stop, 20′ long infeed conveyor with OEM SpeedMeasure, 20′ long outfeed conveyor and one (1) spare blade. 208 volt, 3 phase electrical required (can be converted to 240v/440v).

$6,990 FOB WY Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

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.

$245,000 FOB MO.

(Shown with Additional Top Roller option)

VALUE PACKAGED WITH PIN LOCKS, LOAD CONTROL, LED LIGHTS, STROBE LIGHTS & MORE!

By Kevin Guest Product Specialist

Stiles Machinery

Prefabrication Scalability: Where to Begin

In today’s rapidly evolving housing market, the demand for diverse housing types—affordable, low-income, modular, multi-family, and general residential construction—is greater than ever. This growing demand highlights the need for scalable, efficient building solutions. Enter prefabrication: not only a logical evolution in construction practices but, increasingly, a necessity.

At the same time, a persistent shortage of skilled labor across many regions further challenges traditional construction methods. Prefabrication offers a practical, forward-thinking solution— not just for the future, but for immediate needs of the industry. Although the concept of off-site construction is not new, transitioning public perception and industry practices toward it continues to pose challenges.

Where to Start?

The idea of launching a prefabrication operation can feel daunting, particularly given the upfront investment in manufacturing space, equipment, and staff. However, the journey can begin much smaller and smarter. The first step is understanding your local market and existing supply chain. Ask yourself: Where is the value gap, and how can prefabrication fill it?

Start by adding convenience. One accessible entry point is to offer pre-cut materials as a valueadded service. The pre-packaged, labeled bundles simplify the framing process by reducing on-site waste and minimizing costly errors. They also speed up construction timelines and make project estimation and tracking far more efficient. For contractors and builders, this creates immediate benefits without requiring a major operational shift.

Bringing the Process In-House

The next step in the prefabrication journey involves bringing some assembly work off the job site and into a controlled manufacturing environment. This shift allows for better quality control, improved efficiency, and significant labor cost savings. While the costs of prefabrication may not always be lower than traditional methods, the benefits—such as reliable delivery times, higher quality construction, and predictable workflows—are invaluable for general contractors, developers, and investors.

This phase doesn’t require a massive facility or high-end automation. A few framing tables and a dedicated crew can begin producing wall panels and floor assemblies at a measurable capacity. The key is aligning your output with market demand, calculating cycle times, and identifying production targets to determine when scaling makes financial sense.

Scaling Up: How and When

Scaling is about understanding your numbers. Once baseline operations are in place and consistent, you can begin evaluating automation. The goal is to increase production capacity without a corresponding increase in labor. Automation allows for higher output while controlling overhead costs.

As your business grows, you may also consider expanding your product range based on market demand. Can you produce floor cassettes, closed walls, or even volumetric modules? These decisions should be data-driven, based on your customer base, market share potential, and competitive landscape.

With accurate output targets and solid forecasting, you can design a prefabrication line tailored to your construction method and end product design. From there, you’ll determine labor needs, material costs, equipment upgrades, automation potential, and required floor space, creating a clear picture of what investment is necessary and what return you can expect.

Timing is Everything

Many assume automation is the answer, but timing is critical. Each business must evaluate when it makes sense to take the leap. It’s not just about affordability, but readiness, demand, and market positioning.

Whether you’re just exploring prefabrication or already taking steps in that direction, the philosophy remains the same: if not now, then when? And if you’ve already started, the focus should be on constant evaluation and improvement. The risk of inaction is often greater than the cost of innovation. Every moment spent waiting is a moment others use to refine their systems, gain new customers, and capture market share.

The construction industry is long overdue for transformation. With a tightening labor pool and rising demand for housing, the shift toward prefabrication is no longer a question of if, but when—and who will be ready and positioned to lead the charge.

When you are ready to explore your options, contact Stiles Machinery at (616) 698-7500 or visit StilesMachinery.com/OSC to learn more. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you and build a custom solution that sets you apart from the competition.

Cutting, Framing and Truss Solutions - We Do It All!

We provide high quality precision machinery suitable for cutting and assembly of walls, roof trusses and floor trusses. All your needs are covered.

$349,000 Location: MO

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

By Kathryn Pedde

Feed 2, 3, 4, or 5 Saws with the JAX Gantry

For the first time, a modern machine used in many other industries has proven itself in a truss plant. In other industries where it works in hundreds of plants, the JAX gantry transports tires, crates, and cases of Jack Daniels whiskey. In a truss plant, JAX moves 1 to 13 sticks of lumber from bunk to saw. Like a roof gantry, JAX runs atop parallel rails, retrieves sticks, and deposits them onto one of several saw conveyors.

Benefits of the JAX Gantry

What we like best about JAX is how adaptable it is. You can configure it to fit multiple plant layouts and use nearly any linear or component saw.

Furthermore, no change to existing processes is needed when you install JAX. You’ll be able to create saw batches just the way you do today, and when you send them to your saws, you also bring them into JAX and initiate picking. Then, you can see the entire picking process on monitors in your shop office, on the shop floor, and at each saw. Your picker knows when to restock bunks, and your sawyer knows what’s coming next to his saw.

Most importantly, no change to your saws is required. JAX was also designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing saw infeed decks without modifications.

JAX doesn’t care how many saws you have: two, three, four, or even five! Multiple layouts are possible, as shown by these images. In one plant, the system spans 300’ and includes 43 bunks, four safety zones, and two gantries. In another plant, the system spans only 100’, with two conveyors to two saws.

Plus, because it can feed up to five saws, JAX is able to grow with you as your business grows. It will scale with your needs, when you need it.

Deceptively Simple JAX-UC Software

JAX-UC (Universal Compiler) software reads saw files from multiple vendors’ software and compiles them into a single, highly recognizable format, so that they can be displayed side by side. That means JAX works with most saw files, including TCT, MiTek, Alpine, and Monet. Those saw batches will come right into the JAX interface and appear in the unassigned column. Usually, they are selected in the order received and assigned to be picked by the JAX gantry in the same sequence. Then, the batches appear on the Production Manager’s display and the batches automatically progress through the picking process.

The Production Manager shows what batches are next to be picked and displays the picking sequence. Note how the very clear and condensed format of the name of each SKU assures rapid identification and is further aided by color-coding in the system.

Many truss plants have switched to cutting truss-by-truss, which multiplies the number of picks required to feed the saws. This puts a heavy burden on the pickers who must really hustle to keep up with the saws. And since the pickers normally have to work outside in the elements, their position is difficult to fill and plagued by frequent turnover.

With JAX, only full bundles are handled, eliminating 200+ picks by hand on every bundle of 2x4s. With JAX, no one picks individual pieces. With JAX, saws run at maximum efficiency because they are fully stocked. And JAX doesn’t pick the wrong grade of lumber in the heat of summer. The result is dramatic labor savings, less turnover, and more consistent and accurate saw output.

When you have questions, please reach out to me or Richard at 980-404-0209 to learn more about JAX, The Wood Retriever.

2003 Koskovich Auto Omni Component Saw

• 5 Blade Automated Component Saw

• Cuts 2x3 through 2x12 from 11" to 20'-0"

• Computer, Enclosure & Stand

• Waste Conveyor (under saw)

• E xcludes Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw)

• Video available upon request

• Add $12,500 for 6 Chain Live Deck $16,500 FOB ND Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

$40,995 FOB QC

2010 Alpine ALS 286A Linear Saw -Linear feed saw model 286A cuts truss parts from lumber up to 12″ nominal depths. Cuts bevels from 90 to 20 degrees, scarf cuts to 60 inches, and optimizes material usage. From OEM literature, “…has 6-axis of automation, self-calibrates at powered startup with 1/32” accuracy”. Includes Matthews InkJet printer (single 3 ½” face), servo motor drive mechanism, 10 HP motor, 20 inch carbide tipped blade, small parts outfeed bin and touch screen control with Windows XP o/s. Includes 18 ft. infeed conveyor, 16′ outfeed conveyor and any available spare parts. Decommissioned in March of 2025. Cutting chamber weighs 8,000 lbs. 230V, 3 phase, 85 Amp electrical required.

A multitude of products for one smart solution.

It takes all the right players to build a winning team. That’s why Simpson Strong-Tie provides truss and component manufacturers with a broad selection of versatile hardware products. Choose our code-listed truss connector plates, framing angles and straps, heavy-duty girder hangers and holdowns for strength and durability. Secure them with speed and ease using Strong-Drive ® structural fasteners, along with our Titen HD ® heavy-duty screw anchor and other mechanical anchors. Along with software, cutting equipment and professional design services, our hardware is widely available and backed by expert support. Learn more at go.strongtie.com/cs or contact your sales representative.

NEW!

Terminailer

Price: $237,900

FOB: ND

The Terminailer all but shatters the stereotypical myth that sub-component 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, which reduces labor costs and other aspects of overhead.

The new Terminailer V.8 improves on the previous generation Terminailer in several key ways:

All new HMI/Software

• Siemens Pivoting HMI Touchscreen display to operate from either side

• On-screen tutorial for all menu items

• Operator now controls functions such as process speed, nail spacing, nail patterns, etc.

• Simplified input commands

Nail Feed Complete Redesign

• All new frame to allow for redesigned nail coil placement with direct feed path

• EverWin PN90-PAL industrial tools now standard equipment

• New nail guides with spring-loaded tensioners

• Nail coils move with vertical travel of the nail guns

Reengineered air system

• SMC “Soft–Start” Pneumatics

• Simplified air for control to all components: lift–cylinders, triggers, stop–gate, etc.

• Direct air supply to each nail gun for improved nailing performance

• All pneumatic elements are clearly labeled for EZ service and adjustment

Overall Features

• Pharmaceutical grade assembly, industrial grade durability

• “Block–wheel” redesign for 3X increased applied force

• Approximately 1,200# of applied clamping force resulting in straighter finished

• Subcomponents from even the poorest lumber

• Larger doors for easier access to interior elements including coil–nail spools

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 its location can evolve as your shop evolves. With all of the nailing occurring in the closed main chamber, nail injuries and nail location misfires are eliminated, making your plant that much safer.

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

240 volt, 1-phase, 30 (full load) Amps, 60 Hz electrical required. 50 SCFM @ 120 PSI air required. Net weight 7,000 lbs.

Carl Villella, CLFP President, Acceptance Leasing & Financing Service

CThe Benefits of Working with a Consultative Finance Professional

onsultative financing for wood component manufacturers goes beyond simple loans. It’s about understanding the industry’s unique challenges—like high equipment costs, raw material volatility, and market sensitivity—to offer tailored financial solutions.

A consultative approach involves:

• Understanding Business Goals: What are the manufacturer’s expansion plans, efficiency targets, or diversification strategies?

• Analyzing Operations: How will new equipment integrate? What’s the expected return on investment (ROI)?

• Assessing Financial Health: Reviewing cash flow to align repayment terms with the business’s revenue cycles.

• Mitigating Risks: Identifying industry-specific risks and structuring financing to provide a buffer.

This leads to customized financial solutions such as:

• Flexible Equipment Loans/Leases: Tailored terms, including potential skip or deferred payments, or financing “soft costs” like installation.

• Working Capital Solutions: Lines of credit or invoice factoring to manage day-to-day operations and inventory.

• Strategic Tax Awareness: Guidiance on deductions like Section 179 to reduce net costs.

Ultimately, consultative financing helps wood component manufacturers optimize capital, boost competitiveness through technology, and achieve strategic growth by turning a transaction into a strategic partnership.

For more than a quarter century, we have serviced the Component Manufacturing Industry as Consultative Finance Professionals. We know the industry, the equipment, and the sellers, both new and used. When you call us, we ask questions in order to tailor the solution that is right for you.

We are Acceptance Leasing and Financing Service, Inc. We were established in 1992, which puts us in our 33rd year of business. We pride ourselves on our Certified Leasing and Financing Professional designation. We are a member of SBCA and a frequent attendee of the BCMC tradeshows. We can provide financing for any new and, regardless of age, used equipment. We invite you to contact us at 412 262-3225 to discuss your particular situation.

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REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR TRUSS MANUFACTURING WITH THE HUNDEGGER TD-II

Don't get left behind. Invest in the future with true automation from Hundegger and see your business thrive.

2006 Alpine Speed Rafter Cutter

• Simplified compound cutting for hip, valley and jack rafters (double & single compound cuts)

• Two Worm-Drive Circular Saws (110 Volt / 30 Amps)

• Saw Turntable (for angle cutting)

• Saw Carriage (for up to 45 degree bevel cutting)

• Infeed & Outfeed Roller Conveyor with Stands

$4,900 NOW $4,250 FOB CA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Used - Metra Cut Radial Arm Saw (2x) Parts Machine

$500 – Make Offer

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

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

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193

www.eidemachinery.com

New Monet FWA 500 Floor Web Saw

New, Monet five-head, floor truss web saw, cuts 4-angle, 4×2 floor truss webs from 13 inches and 90-90 blocks from 7 inches, to 4 foot long maximum length. Features 10-board magazine feed, powered, fixed-quadrant angulation, manual carriage standard, scrap conveyor and cut-off blade. Options available for longer carriage length, incline scrap conveyor, and choice of shaker or belt scrap conveyor. 440 volt, 3 phase, 60 Amp electrical. 50 PSI air at 5 CFM required.

$75,000 FOB MO Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

New SpeedWorx Automated Sheathing Station

New SpeedWorx Automated Sheathing Station by Safety Speed Manufacturing- Reduce labor and operator fatigue by taking advantage of the SpeedWorx automated vertical panel saw. This one-person station cuts wood sheathing sheets up to 50-inches x 10-feet, and up to 2-inch thickness, using a fast 1-button cutting setup with CNC accuracy to 1/32 of an inch (0.03125″). The photos of raw materials illustrate the drastic reduction of scrap material thanks to implementing the Rogworx saw station.

Visual user interface makes choosing the job and sheet cutting order easy to determine. Files are downloadable allowing for minimum waste. Saw station reads WBX file format (Alpine) or EHX file format (MiTek) or CSV files with manipulation.

Automated sequencing of sheets provides optimum usage of each sheet. The cutting chamber changes from ri to cross-cutting automatically. All this in a very small machine footprint, so it can fit easily into your existing building.

Visual user interface with standard ‘Auto Fill’ feature makes choosing the job and sheet cutting order easy to determine. System offers full optimization and sequence panel parts looking ahead through the job based on your specification. The cutting chamber changes from rip to cross-cutting automatically. All this in a 100 square foot footprint, approximately 25′ long x 4′ deep, so it can fit within existing facilities.

Includes advanced dust collection. Integrated Printing for labeling parts is available as an option. 208-230V volts, 3-Phase, 25 Amp electrical required, 5 CFM at 100 PSI air required.

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

— Roy Bedient Manager/

Production Manager, Warman

Truss

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

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

Used Hain Quick Rafter Cutter

• Reconditioned in December 2020

• Board Sizes: 2x4 and 2x6

• Motors: Two 1 HP / 220 Volt or 440 Volt / 3 Phase

• Saw Blades: 7 1/4" Carbide Tipped (set at 45 degrees)

• Angle Adjustment: Manual Rotation with Air Brake

• Air Supply: 90 PSI

• Carriage: Steel Rails with Steel Dual V Rollers

• Pedestal: 3/16" Formed Steel

• Saw Housing: 1/2" Billet Aluminum

• Covers: 10 Gauge (1/8" thick) Steel

• Fully Enclosed for Safety

$12,500 NOW $9,900 FOB AZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Clary 329-2 4-Blade Component Saw

Clary Web Saw, model 329-2, cuts from minimum 18-inch long to 11-ft long, fourangle floor webs, and minimum 11-inch blocks at 90/90. Manually adjusted length and angles. Includes (4) 14″ diameter blades, incline, manual, any available spare blades, and chain-driven under-saw scrap conveyor. 230 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$7,995 FOB AR Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

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

Price based on configuration.

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

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BlockSizes: 2x4through2x12infiniteheightsettingtocenter

AirSupply: 100psi10CFM

Drills: 2wing3/4'”CarbideTippedcanaccommodatesmallerorlarger

Spindles: AlloySteelpolishedandgroundprecisionshafting

Frame: 2"SteelWithPowderCoatFinish

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

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

Shippingweight: 750lbs.-(Includingcrate)

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The Enventek Collated Plate Dispenser

Add 16 SKU Modules

Build More Trusses

Expandable and Customizable

16 Truss Plate SKUs per Module

8 SKUs per Side

Customizable in Multiples of 16 SKUs Includes Touchscreen Computer (left end),

Overhead Status

Displays (each side), Label Printer and Hundreds of Bins

Customizable Bin Exits

Truss Plate Specifications

12 inch Maximum Plate Width

20 inch Maximum Plate Length

20ga, 18ga, 16ga and High Strength Plates

Plates Dispensed to Bins in Layers Based on Number of Joints per Truss

Plate Dealing Schemes: Left-Right, RightLeft, Top Joints then Bottom, Bottom Joints then Top, By Truss Table Quadrant, etc.

Example of Bin With First/Single Layer of Plates

F1 Pit Stop Each Truss

On Your Million Dollar Tables

Distribute Truss Plates Around Every Truss Build

Table Just Like Dealing Cards

Speed Up Truss Build Crews, and Ensure Quality

Standardize Truss Plate Organization and Distribution With the Enventek Plate Dispenser

How You Feed The Beast!

2016 Alpine AutoMill HP Component Saw

Alpine AutoMill HP, model 349C 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), semi-automated control (via touch-screen input) or manual mode. It has (23) axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics, and auto management reporting.

The HP cuts from 2′-6″ to 20′-0″ long material in size range from 2×3″ through 2×12″, and 4-angle floor webs from 2′-0″. Includes [3] 18″, [1] 20″ and [1] 30″ blades with air brakes, Windows 7 o/s and under-saw scrap conveyor. The Windows 7 o/s can be upgraded to a version of Windows 10 that will be supported until 2032, at an additional expense.

Also includes over $8,000 in spare parts. 480 volt, 3 phase, 100 Amp electrical required. 90 PSI @ 69 SCFM air required.

$129,997 - FOB OR

By Rhonda Leppert

TGood Fun and a Good Cause in the Capital Area

he day started cool but warmed up with plenty of sunshine and a light breeze; quite literally a perfect day for SBCA Capital Area Chapter’s 12th Annual Golf Tournament. Held on April 28 at the Evergreen Country Club in Haymarket, VA, the purpose of the event was to have fun and raise money for the SBCA Foundation and Endowment. After a light breakfast, the 10 am shotgun start sent golfers onto the course for 18 holes of exercise and camaraderie.

One of the sponsorships once again ensured we would have a foursome of military service personnel play with us without having to pay from their own pocket. This year we were honored to have Master Sergeant Anthony Neloms (Army–Active Duty), Staff Sergeant George Jordan (Army–Retired), Chief Warrant Officer 4 David Devan (Army–Retired), and Staff Sergeant Alethea Chatman (Air Force–Veteran) spend the day with us.

In previous years, SBCA Capital Area has raised funds to support active builds for Operation Finally Home (OFH). We now send revenue to the SBCA Foundation and Endowment which contributes to OFH builds. The Endowment also funds scholarship programs, utilizes funds to develop training and apprenticeship programs, and promotes tree planting to provide sustainability within our industry.

By late afternoon, everyone was able to gather for lunch and the awards ceremony. Recipients of CTP, Ladies Long Drive, and Mens Long Drive were Thom Kujawa, Staff Sergeant Alethea Chatman (Air Force–Veteran), and Sean Fitzpatrick, respectively.

All Team winners were annual supporters. Securing 1st place (top right photo) was the Builders FirstSource Team, Scott Zook, Steve Sipe, and Josh McDowell and US Army Veteran Bill Jackson. In 2nd place (second photo) was the Blue Ocean Team, Gene Frogale, his son James Frogale, Larry Dix of Apex Truss, and Sean Fitzpatrick. In 3rd place (third photo) was the Shelter Systems Team, Ryan Hikel, Lenny Mills, Tony Acampa, and Eddie Garcia of MiTek. The most prestigious award, however, goes to last place. These lucky players get a loser trophy to commemorate their lofty achievement! This year the happy team (bottom photo) was the Quadd Team, Tasha Brooking, Tyler Rhodes, Scotty Hoelsema of Paragon, and Trey Rowe of Simpson. Congratulations to all the winners!

We would like to recognize our generous tournament sponsors for the SBCA Open 2025 who funded this tournament and made it a fun and successful event: 84 Lumber, Ace Carpentry, AM Davis, Annandale Millwork, Apex Technology, Blue Ocean Development, Builders FirstSource, Component Manufacturing Advertiser, Evans Ford Road, Kyocera-Senco, LenCo Supply, MiTek, Moment Innovations, Paragon, Quadd Building Systems, Shelter Systems, Simpson Strong-Tie, Toll Integrated Systems, and Wood Tech Systems

The SBCA Capital Area Chapter Board unanimously decided to chip in an additional donation thereby sending $16,247.10 to the SBCA Foundation. Thank you to everyone who contributed! We hope to see everyone again, and welcome new faces too, at next year’s SBCA Open.

Note from the Editor: We at The CM Advertiser were very happy to sponsor this year’s tournament too! Congratulations to everyone involved in this great event.

• 3 3/8" Maximum Thickness

• 13 1/2" Maximum Distance from Rip Fence to Outer Saw

• 100 HP Arbor Motor

• 2 HP Feed Motor

• 7 1/2 HP Dust Collector

• 480 Volt / 3 Phase

• Waste Conveyor with Short Incline

$35,000 NOW $21,900 FOB MN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

MODEL

STRAIGHT LINE RIP SAW

• 10 HP Arbor Motor

• 3 HP Variable Speed Feed

$10,500 FOB MI Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com DANCO GANG-RIP SAW

• 4" Maximum Thickness (when using 18" Blade)

• 48" Throat

• Adjustable Rip Fence

• Overhead Holddown

• Automatic Chain Oiler

• Dust Outlets

TRUSS EQUIPMENT

Baumeister Lumber Splicer

• Vertical Hydraulic Press with 3"x 12" Platen Size

• 2x3 and 2x4 Lumber Material (3" x 10" maximum plate size)

• Magnetic Platens to hold plates in the correct position

• Working Pressure: 1600 PSI

• Dual press cycle activation for safety

• 208, 240 or 480 Volt / 3 Phase (10 HP)

• Video available upon request

• Excludes: Infeed/O utfeed Roller Conveyor

• Optional 2x6 Capacity (up to 16" long plate) Splicer is available

$29,500 NOW $26,500 FOB PA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

40′ Tee-Lok Floor Truss Gantry (Video available here.)

40′ Tee-Lok floor truss gantry features gantry head with new 18″ diameter rollers with 3/4″ wall with removable shaft. Gantry head has a 7.5 HP motor with VFD. Table features fire hose clamping and pin ejectors (never used by seller). Build floor trusses from 12″ to 32″ deep. Includes all available spare parts. 230/460v, 3 phase power.

$49,890 FOB SC Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

New Monet FWA 500 Floor Web Saw

New Monet 5-head, floor truss web saw, cuts 4-angle, 4×2 floor truss webs from 13 inches and 90-90 blocks from 7 inches, to 4 foot long maximum length. Features 10-board magazine feed, powered, fixedquadrant angulation, manual carriage standard, scrap conveyor and cut-off blade. Options available for longer carriage length, incline scrap conveyor, and choice of shaker or belt scrap conveyor. 440 volt, 3 phase, 60 Amp electrical. 50 PSI air at 5 CFM required.

$79,000 FOB MO

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• 10 Each - Standard 20 Ton Track Mounted Heads with 10" x 10" Platens (refurbished in 2011)

• 6 Each - 2011 Double 40 Ton Track Mounted Heads with 10" x 15" Platens

• 2 Each - 2021 Double 40 Ton Track Mounted Heads with 10" x 15" Platens

• 2 Each - 10 HP Two Stage Hydraulic Systems with Controls (230 Volt / 3 Phase)

• Track System for 55' Scissor & Flat Bottom Trusses

• 1 Each - Peak Head Track (perpendicular to base line)

• 2 Each - Movable Bottom Chord Tracks (to adjust for pitch)

• 8 Each - Floating Tracks for Top Chord Head

• Clamping Package: Peak, End Stop, Camber Stops & Air Clamps

• Air & Hydraulic Manifolds with Quick Connectors for Heads

• Pn eumatic Pop-Up Skatewheel Ejectors (for truss removal)

• 56' Powered Transfer Roller with Stands

• 26 Each - 14' Powered & Idle Exiting Rollers with Stands

$89,900 NOW $85,900 FOB AR

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TR-14 Roof Gantry Equipment

End-eject (EE), raised–recessed–rail roof gantry table with finish press, 14’ x 70′ working length with 18″ aisles. System includes a RT gantry head with 24″ dia. roller, and elevated riding platform. Production area features (14) HD slotted-steel tables with (7) EE roller ejectors, feeding to an inclined park station for single-pass truss ejection to a matching Pacific Automation Auto-Roll 14′ final roller press. Tables feature (28) Gen 1 Wizard PDS automated set-up rails. Table includes approx. 140 lf of rail′ (70′ per side) with base plates, all available hardware, and OEM system manuals. No conveyor included. 208V 3Ph/44 Amp. power required. $229,300

Automation Built For Every Line

WizardPDS® is the preferred choice across more table brands than all other systems combined. No matter your table brand—existing, discontinued, or even wood— WizardPDS® is your solution to turn setup time to build time. The patented open channel design of WizardPDS® ChannelS® makes retrofit possible to any line. Automate a portion of your line or transform your entire system. We have the latest in automated options to keep your operations competitive.

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Line Expansion: CMF Track On Floor

Trackless Upgrade: Robbins No Rail

Two C-Clamp Presses with Unistrut Jig Table

• Hydro-Air Mark-8 Mono Press (C-Clamp, Hydraulic Power Unit, Boom Assembly & Trolley)

• Panel Clip TK C-Clamp Press (C-Clamp, Hydraulic Power Unit, Boom Assembly & Trolley)

• Unistrut Jig Table/Stands (up to 80' long trusses)

• Electric Feed Rail

• Overhead Steel Beam

• Price is in US Dollars $20,900 NOW $18,500 FOB MB Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Four Eagle Production Presses with Jig Table

• (4) Eagle Production Presses (1 new in 2023, 2 with new pumps within the last 3 years, 1 with older Simplex motor)

• (2) TP300 C-Clamps (Roof & Floor Trusses)

• (2) TP600 C-Clamps (Extra Throat Depth for 2x8 & 2x10 Roof Trusses)

• 25 Ton Cylinder

• 5 1/4" x 6 1/4" Platen

• 220 Volt / 1 Phase

• Jig Table

• (2) 40' Steel Beams

• (4) Beam Trolleys

$37,500 FOB CO

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2023 Spida RolSplicer

Splices roof or floor chords using 2×4 through 2×6 dimensional lumber. Cycles in approx. 3 seconds. Features a 3 HP gear-motor, safety two-button operation, manual clamping adjustment, 10-ft of infeed roller conveyor and 20-ft of outfeed roller conveyor. Used approx. (50) hours. Left to right material feed. 460 volt, 3 Ph, 15 Amp electrical required. 90 PSI @ 5 CFM air required.

$29,991 FOB CO Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Senior Truss Designer Rocky Mountains J15342

Come live in this mountain resort community. The employer needs an on-site truss designer and will pay $70-150k based on experience, skills, and ability. They prefer a candidate with MiTek software experience and help candidates with relocation and housing assistance if needed. They are a single-location, privately owned company that prefers a team closely connected to the community over everyone working remotely. However, a resort community has it's benefits and challenges,and the employer helps ensure their people are safe, secure, and happy.

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EMSI Field Repair Press

EMSI 10 Ton Field Repair Truss Press System. Complete with: 1/2 HP, 115 Volt, 50/60 Cycle Universal Motor – Operates at voltage as low as 60 volts. 10,000 PSI Portable Power Pack with Two Speed Operation – 200 cu in/min @ 0–200 psi, 20 cu in/min @ 200–10,000 psi and Externally Adjustable Relief Valve (unit weight 55 lbs.). C-Clamp Assembly with 8" Maximum Reach, 4" x 5" Pressing Platen (optional platen available for 4” x 2”). Independent 10 Ton Hydraulic Cylinder. 10’ Hydraulic Hose Assembly with Quick Disconnect Coupling. Handle with 24 Volt Remote Electrical Pendant. Call for Price Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193 www.eidemachinery.com

Truss Designer Central Florida

J15346

Our client, a private, singlelocation roof and floor truss manufacturer for the local single-family custom and small multifamily market, is seeking an on-site truss designer. The ideal candidate can hit the ground running using MiTek software. Besides the normal day-to-day duties of a normal truss designer, the employer is looking for someone who can create an overall design department process, including standards and specifications, to provide consistent design results across all designers, internal, remote, and contract. If you are someone who can set up standards in the software and in writing, Advancement to Design Manager is possible

$32-38hr DOE plus benefits, PTO, 401k, Health Ins. Relocation assistance is negotiable

The Cost of Convenience: How Offshore and Remote Design are Undermining the Future of the Truss Industry

Over the past two decades, the truss industry has quietly engineered a crisis of its own making. In the pursuit of flexibility and cost efficiency, companies have embraced remote designers and offshore design firms. Although these shifts solve immediate staffing needs, they’re slowly eroding the pipeline of in-house talent on which the industry depends. The consequences are starting to show—and if we don’t address them, the future may hold more problems than solutions.

The roots of this issue stretch back to the Great Recession. Between 2007 and 2010, hiring in the truss industry all but froze. Training programs stalled. Entry-level roles disappeared. Experienced designers were let go, and many never returned. As the economy recovered, damage to the workforce was already done. Nearly twenty years later, that lost generation has left a void: fewer mid-level designers, an aging senior base, and a severe shortage of in-office talent.

Then came COVID. In 2020, the “recession lite” solidified remote design as a permanent fixture. Entire design departments adapted overnight. Systems were built to support remote workflow and monitor productivity. And it worked—so well, in fact, that many companies never went back. Today, remote designers are a vital part of the staffing equation, and for good reason: they are experienced, productive, and able to integrate into company workflows with minimal disruption.

But while remote designers add value, they often replace what used to be an in-house role. And when a position goes remote, it’s nearly impossible to bring it back on-site. Our most experienced designers are older and more rooted—relocation isn’t on the table. Younger designers, shaped by a different set of values, aren’t interested in relocating either. Gen Z prioritizes work-life balance, mental health, and personal freedom over career advancement. Ask them to move for a job, and you’ll likely hear, “Why would I?”

At the same time, millennials, the last major cohort trained in-house, are no longer mobile. They’ve bought homes, built families, and established careers with dual-income households. Even if a relocation offer is attractive, the personal costs often outweigh the benefits. The result? An increasingly stationary talent pool—and a growing struggle to fill in-office roles.

Enter offshore design firms. To fill gaps in capacity, many manufacturers now rely on overseas providers for estimating and design support. On the surface, it seems ideal: on-demand labor, scalability, and cost savings. Offshore firms can handle basic and some intermediate-level tasks using your software and parameters, without the overhead of hiring or the risk of layoffs during slow periods.

Thomas McAnally TheJobLine.com

But convenience has a cost.

Offshore support may keep projects moving, but it doesn’t build your internal knowledge base. These designers aren’t in your meetings, mentoring new hires, collaborating with sales, or catching problems before they hit production. They can’t absorb your company culture, and they can’t grow into senior leadership roles. Offshore design fills a gap—but it doesn’t feed the future. Rely on it too heavily, and you may find yourself with no bench left to promote.

So, what’s the answer?

It starts by recognizing that in-person designers are not just a resource, they’re a foundation. If you want people in the office, you need to make it worth their while. That means paying more. If a remote designer earns $80,000, consider offering $90,000–$95,000, or a $25,000 “in-office bonus” for someone willing to relocate or commute. You’ll spend more upfront, but the return in productivity, collaboration, and long-term loyalty will far outweigh the cost.

Better yet, consider recruiting from within. Your remote designers, who already know your systems, people, and processes, may be open to an in-office role—if you make it worthwhile. That shift brings experience back into your building, without the steep learning curve of a new hire. And it’s far easier and cheaper to replace a remote designer than to find someone willing to relocate.

Ultimately, this isn’t just a hiring problem; it’s a cultural one. If we continue to prioritize offshore support and remote convenience over developing in-house talent, we risk losing our very infrastructure. Without mentorship, collaboration, and investment in our teams, we’ll lose the core of what makes our companies strong.

Remote design is here to stay—and it should be. It offers flexibility and access to talent we might not find locally. But it must be balanced with a long-term commitment to in-house growth. Offshore has its place, too, but only as a supplement, not a substitute.

If we want to preserve our industry’s future, we need to stop outsourcing our potential and start rebuilding one designer, one office, and one career path at a time.

From essential components to custom solutions, we’ve got everything you need to build trusses with precision and conﬁdence. Our inventory includes parts for all leading truss jigging tables, OEM replacements, and custom components tailored to your needs. Choose from high-quality materials in custom lengths and widths, including durable plastic, unistrut, and steel.

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Join a nationwide structural component manufacturer seeking a Remote Multifamily Truss Designer. You’ll create roof and floor truss designs and layouts using MiTek or equivalent software, interpret architectural drawings, and collaborate with internal and external teams. Responsibilities include optimizing designs, managing multiple projects, and providing technical support. Candidates should have 5+ years of multifamily truss design experience, and score above 85 on the JobLine Truss Design Skills Evaluation. Bring a friend and earn a bonus! Wait until you see their

Jig System

The TruStance Pedestal Jig System was developed to solve the problems associated with pedestal jig systems, while retaining and enhancing all the advantages. The system features track mounted pedestals with a track and lockdown design, movable pedestals, and a roller lift assembly. The pedestal tops are 30″ above the floor, creating a comfortable working height. The ability to configure the system in a very small footprint makes it ideal for any size truss plant. It is designed to use with a ‘C-clamp’ type press.

With the ability to install the interchangeable crossmembers and angle iron stops on both track mounted and movable pedestals, the system can be configured to meet the needs of even the most complicated truss designs.

Movable pedestals can be moved and locked down efficiently; the 4″ thick steel base provides the weight needed to keep them in position.

Bottom chord pedestals are installed on the steel track mounted to the floor. Pedestals are easy to move and rigidly lock into place with threaded rod locks.

The optional air activated roller lift assembly raises the truss above the jig to be easily ejected. Its versatile design allows it to be configured for any set-up.

TruStance recommends a (16) pedestal system for roof trusses to 60-ft in span. 120 volt, 1 phase, 20 Amp electrical required. 50 PSI air required.

Design Connections

Why Designers Should Get Out of the Office (and Into the Field)

Last month’s article, “What You Learn on the Floor,” talks about the benefits of having design staff spend some time in the shop. There’s a lot to learn there—and gaining a real appreciation for what the production team does can be eye-opening for designers, whether they’re just starting out or have been around a while.

This month, let’s take that idea a step further: getting your design staff out to job sites and client meetings.

Now, I get it—many designers work remotely, sometimes from hundreds (or thousands) of miles away. That makes site visits tricky. But for those who are in the office or nearby, this can be a fantastic opportunity to grow their skills and perspective.

If you’re planning a visit, try to start with a “friendly” site—somewhere you know the crew is approachable and the work is being done right. We all know some framers and builders can be a bit... crusty. You don’t want to scare off your new people on day one. And ideally, you want them to see a clean, well-run site—not one where corners are being cut left and right.

For new designers, one of the biggest challenges is visualizing how a house—or any building—actually comes together. Sure, 3D software is amazing these days, but it’s still no substitute for walking through a real job site. Seeing trusses supported by girders, built-up studs transferring loads, or how a site-framed valley set differs from a factory-built one—that’s the kind of hands-on understanding that sticks.

And here’s a bonus: most good framers are more than happy to share ideas on how the component shop could make their lives easier. These suggestions often cost little to implement but can save serious time in the field.

There’s also another reason to get designers on-site: when something goes wrong.

If a designer makes a mistake, there’s real value in hearing directly from the people affected. Maybe new trusses need to be built, delaying the project. Or maybe a few overhangs were detailed incorrectly and now need on-site repairs. These might seem like small issues on paper, but they can throw off a whole schedule.

When a designer hears firsthand how their error impacted someone’s day, it becomes real. And while those conversations might be a little uncomfortable, they often lead to lessons that stick for a lifetime.

A Few Words of Caution

Of course, you don’t want to just toss a junior designer onto a job site and hope for the best. They should always be accompanied by someone more experienced—maybe the salesperson who manages the client, or a senior designer or design manager.

Also, don’t blindside the site crew. Let them know you’re coming and that you’re bringing someone along for training. If it’s not a problem-related visit, ask for permission first. Job sites are busy places, and the last thing they need is extra people getting in the way.

And don’t forget safety. Make sure your team is properly equipped with PPE—at a minimum, that should include safety boots, a hard hat, hi-vis vest, and safety glasses. Know the site’s requirements ahead of time and make sure your people meet or exceed them.

What About You?

Have you brought your design team out to a job site? How did it go? I’d love to hear your stories—drop me a line and share your experience.

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

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Tee-Lok Roller Gantry System

• Tee-Lok 14' Gantry Roller with Track on Floor

• 9 Each - 6'-0" x 13'-11" Steel Slotted Top Tables with Ejectors

• 7 1/2 HP Motor (460 Volt / 3 Phase)

• E xcludes: Inside Powered Exit Conveyor, Finish Roller and Outside Conveyor

$61,900 FOB HI Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

Virtek LPS-6R Laser Projection Heads

• 8 Each - Virtek LPS-6R Laser Projection Heads

• Excludes: Computer, Virtek Software License & Service Agreement

$2,000 Each or $15,000 for all 8 Heads Price in US Dollars

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

• (1) Eagle TP300 C-Clamp Press (Roof & Floor Trusses) with Beam Trolley

• (1) Eagle TP600 C-Clamp Press (Extra Throat Depth for 2x8 & 2x10 Roof Trusses) wit Beam Trolley

• 25 Ton Cylinder with 5 1/4" x 6 1/4" Platen

New Wescana floor truss machine, available in side-eject or end-eject models. Builds floor truss depths from 12 inches to 26 inches, to 40-ft long. Features under-table cylinders powering the clamping system, built-in camber, truss flip arms, truss pop-ups, control valves for clamps, flip arms and pop-ups, with parking stations at each end of the table, and emergency shut-off bars on each side of the press head.

• 220 Volt / 1 Phase

• (12) Eagle FastSet Jig Pedestals with 50' Base Rail

• (2) Steel Columns & Steel Beam for Overhead Press Support (Yellow)

• The Presses are New , The Pedestals are Lightly Used 2022 Eagle Production Presses with FastSet Jig Pedestals

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

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

• 4 Bolt Flange Bearings

• Idle and Motorized Rollers

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

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

• 6 to 8 Week Delivery

A starting point for exploration. If you’re new to Paragon, our free plan provides:

1 User

Paragon Truss Link with TDDs

Live and Dead Loading Analysis

View-Only Layouts

Basic Support

5 Prototype Trusses without Plates

Perfect for individual modeling and estimation professionals who need tools for layout, pricing, and preliminary truss designs without plates.

1 User

250 Prototype Trusses/mo

Paragon Truss Link with TDDs 3D Layout Tools

Truss-to-truss Connections

Truss Lumber Analysis without Plates

Modify All Load Settings

Lumber and Connector Lists

Access RESTful API

Estimation Downloads

Access Engineering Network

Perfect for individual component manufacturer designers needing production-ready truss designs and manufacturing features.

1 User

250 Manufacturer Trusses/mo

Paragon Truss Link with TDDs

3D Layout Tools

Truss-to-truss Connections

Full Truss Analysis with Plates

Modify All Load Settings

Lumber and Connector Lists

Access RESTful API

Premium Downloads

Access Engineering Network

2023 Panels Plus Single-Tool Sheathing Station

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

2022 Panels Plus Floor Cassette Station

• Assemble Dimensional Lumber, I-Joists & Open Web Floor Truss Panels from 12' Wide up to 45' Long

• Po wered (120 Volt/1 Phase) Telescoping with Foot Pedal Control

• Color Coded Joist Locators

• Pop-Up Skatewheel Conveyors

• Squaring Stops

• Price is in US Dollars

$55,000 FOB Ontario Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2023 2-Head 30 mW LAP Laser System Condition: As-Is, Where-Is Set of (2) 30 mW green Cad-Pro LAP Lasers. Includes mounting brackets, distribution box, projector cables, remote control, and all available system hardware and instructions. 30 mW lasers are better suited to Canadian facilities, but could work in a US location with some additional steps due to regulations.

$39,890 FOB BC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Saws

• Automated Component & Linear Saws (2010 & Newer)

• Monet DeSauw or TimberMill Manual Component Saws

• Floor Web Saws

• Spida (Apollo) Saws with Truss Automation

• Bunk Cutters

Truss Equipment

• Roller Gantry & Hydraulic Press Systems

• Finish Rollers

• Truss Stackers

• Floor Truss Machines

• Lumber Splicers

• Jack Tables

• C-Clamp Presses

Trucks & Trailers

• Stretch Roll-Off Trailers

• Go oseneck Roll-Off Trailers

Modular Equipment

• Pacific Automation or MiTek Mobile Home Press Contact Wasserman & Associates for a Fair Market Value Assessment of your Used Equipment Operational, Needs Work, and Parts Only equipment will be considered!

By Craig Webb, President Webb Analytics

Truss-Making Companies on Webb Analytics’ 2025 Construction Supply 150 Struggled Amid Tough Times

Component manufacturers had to work hard to stay level in 2024, hurt by a big drop in multifamily construction and a modest decline in lumber prices, Webb Analytics’ latest Construction Supply 150 reveals.

The 34 of the report’s 150 companies that sell trusses saw their collective revenues decline 0.8% in 2024 from 2023, to $39.43 billion. The 34 companies got an average 21.6% of their total revenues from manufacturing, or roughly $8.5 billion. Sixteen of the 34 saw sales rise, and 18 had declines.

Manufacturing products is an important source of revenue for the 80 companies on the CS150 that build trusses, create custom millwork, and operate door and window shops. Together, they get $14 billion from manufacturing things. Installation services matter, too. The Home Depot and Lowe’s get 3.2% of their total revenue (more than $7.77 billion) from installations, while other CS150 members collect $2.07 billion more from installations.

At 59 pages and featuring dozens of charts and tables, the CS150 is the biggest, deepest publicly available report on the companies that supply lumber and building materials (LBM) to professional home builders and remodelers—the source of 83% of CS150 members’ revenues. Webb Analytics estimates that CS150 companies account for more than two-thirds of a more than $600 billion U.S. market for their products. That number grows to $620 billion if you add the roughly $17 billion that some CS150 members get from operations in Canada and Mexico.

CS150 members had to slog through weak economic conditions in 2024. The number of singlefamily housing units under construction dropped 5.3% in 2024, multifamily units under construction were down 22%, and remodeling expenditures shrank 1.4%.

The entire CS150 saw their revenues go up a modest 1.3%, but if you remove sales at The Home Depot and Lowe’s, the other 148 companies posted a mere 0.7%. Those totals would be even worse were it not for acquisitions and greenfield openings. The companies that expanded reported a 1.6% rise in sales. Those that didn’t fell 2.4%.

This year isn’t looking any more promising. Of the 112 CS150 companies that gave predictions for the year, 17 predicted declines, 10 expected no change, and 40 predicted increases of just 1% to 5%.

The Top 10 Dealers on the 2025 CS150 List

was acquired on April 28 by QXO.

*Beacon was acquired on April 28 by QXO.

There were stark differences between dealer types. Revenues at lumberyards without manufacturing operations collectively declined 8.5% from 2023’s sales, while lumberyards with manufacturing declined 2.1%. The drop in 2023 from 2022 was easy to spot: lumber prices dropped 48% over the year. But the decline was just 2.4% in 2024. Meanwhile, home centers and hardware stores grew 1.6% and specialty dealers (dealers that get most of their revenue from non-lumber products, such as roofing or drywall) rose 3.1%. The 25 dealers on the CS150 with revenue over $1 billion continued to enjoy increases last year, while those below $1 billion declined.

The entire PDF report is available for download at https://www.webb-analytics.com.

Some of these numbers might differ from what CS150 companies have reported because the CS150 report seeks to limit a company’s activity to the pro market. Thus, for instance, the CS150 counts only the part of Universal Forest Products that’s in its construction segment, and only the paint store operations at Sherwin-Williams. In cases where CS150 members’ fiscal years differ markedly from the calendar, this report pulls from quarterly reports to get 2024 figures. The numbers also include contributions from some eligible companies that didn’t want to be identified.

Webb Analytics is a data and research consultancy that helps executives in construction supply spot the trends, threats, and opportunities that matter most. It’s led by Craig Webb, one of the nation’s best-known industry figures and the former editor-in-chief of ProSales, the construction supply industry’s most honored publication. Aside from the Construction Supply 150, Webb Analytics also produces an annual deals report, consults with dealers, publishes research reports, and speaks at industry events. Contact him at cwebb@webb-analytics.com

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TruStance Portable Field Repair Press

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

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

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

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

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

$9,779 FOB MT 765-751-9990

New Wescana Roof Finish Roller Press

New Wescana roof finish roller presses, available in either a 14ft or 16-ft throat models. Travel speed of 2-ft per second. Both models feature 24″ diameter steel rolls with 3 1/2″ diameter shafts with baffles, (2) 5-horsepower drive gear motors with controlled motor drive systems for starting and stopping, along with taperlock sprockets, sealed flange roller bearings and reversing magnetic starters.. Includes safety shutoff bars, electric eyes, amber running light, red reversing light with buzzer, and e-stop module. 240 / 480 /575 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$21,997 FOB AL

2018 MiTek Jack Table Bridge Press

6’x20’ truss assembly table features an all-steel table frame, with dense plastic production surface, over wood underlayment for quick jigging, joy-stick control for travel, dual push button up/down controls for safer cycling, 7.5 HP motor and twin hydraulic cylinders. Maximum truss height is 5′-6″, dimension of pressing platen is 12″ x 74″ with 1″ steel platen thickness. 30-Ton pressing capacity, lumber capacity up to 4.5″ thick and less than 12″ wide. (Gray machine in photo not for sale). 440 volt, 3 phase, 30 Amp electrical required.

• Klaisler Model GR1424 Gantry Roller

• Re cessed Floor Mounted Rail

• (5) 6' x 14' WEG-IT Tables with Ejectors

• 460 Volt / 3 Phase

• Excludes: Inside Exiting Conveyor, Finish Roller & Outside Conveyor

• Price in US Dollars

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Auto Return -Bridge Tilt at Sheathing Seams -Programmable Fastener Patterns -Pop-Up Skatewheel Conveyors

to 12’-5” Wall Heights

Squaring Stops

Floor Rails

• Wall Lengths to 20' / 6' to 12' Wall Heights

• Length Stops Position the Top & Bottom Plates for Nailing (as directed by Wall Panel Design Software output)

• Touch Screen Computer/Enclosure

• 4 Everwin PN80PAL Coil Feed Nail Guns

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A5 Ways Building Safety Professionals Are Using Artificial Intelligence

s artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve as a transformative technology, it is increasingly supporting building safety professionals both in the field and behind the scenes. AI integration into the industry empowers professionals and organizations by providing enhanced tools to assess data, improve processes, and enhance overall safety measures.

Every May, the International Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign raises awareness about the role of building codes in keeping us all safe. Week 5 of this year’s campaign looks at how to use AI and other technologies for these top 5 benefits.

1. Improved Access to Data

AI doesn’t replace human expertise; it equips professionals with faster access to information. Building safety professionals can leverage AI-powered systems to perform high-powered searches of regulations, case studies, and building codes in seconds, helping them make quicker and more informed decisions in the field.

The International Code Council’s AI Navigator is one example. This tool provides real-time access to a wealth of code-related information, helping code officials and building inspectors identify relevant codes efficiently. AI Navigator usage increases every month, and it has become the top feature within Digital Codes Premium.

2. Enhanced Risk Prediction and Prevention

AI has the power to transform how building safety professionals predict and prevent risks by quickly analyzing vast amounts of historical data on building materials, past structural failures, and environmental conditions.

AI can spot patterns and provide risk assessments, enabling professionals to identify vulnerabilities before they lead to potentially dangerous situations. This predictive capability helps professionals proactively address potential risks, ultimately reducing accidents and building-related incidents.

3. Real-Time Monitoring and Response

AI, when paired with real-time sensors, offers rapid updates on building performance. This is particularly important for large or complex structures where manual monitoring could miss potential problems.

With AI, issues such as structural stress, environmental hazards, or equipment malfunctions can be diagnosed quickly. This responsiveness allows building safety professionals to take corrective actions, minimizing potential damage and ensuring buildings remain safe.

4. Streamlined Maintenance and Inspection

Traditional building inspections and maintenance can be time-consuming, with the potential for errors in documenting issues. However, AI-powered platforms can help inspect difficult-to-reach areas, process images, and detect possible signs of structural issues or code violations.

For building safety professionals, this can lead to faster and more accurate assessments, with AI tools providing a valuable layer of data verification. Additionally, automated reporting reduces the administrative burden on inspectors and allows for more informed decision-making.

5. Faster Plan Reviews and Permitting

The introduction of AI tools into plan reviews and permitting processes has the potential to revolutionize these tasks. AI can quickly scan drawings and documents for compliance with building codes and regulations, flagging items that may require further attention. This can allow building safety professionals to complete plan reviews and issue permits more quickly. Using AI tools during plan reviews can:

• Reduce assessment approval time by automating a portion of the process

• Accelerate initial assessments and increase bandwidth to process additional applications

• Standardize measurements and reporting on submissions

• Increase customer satisfaction and create a better customer experience

Embracing AI for a Safer Future

By embracing AI and other emerging technologies, building safety professionals can streamline processes and make information more accessible. These innovations ensure that professionals can access and apply critical information when and where they need it.

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The ICC Code Development Process – Code Action Hearing Update

By MiTek Staff

The International Code Council (ICC) recently completed the first of two Group B Code Action Hearings (CAH) in Orlando, Florida, from April 27 to May 6 for development of the 2027 I-Codes. The second CAH will be held in October in Cleveland, Ohio. This marks a significant milestone in the new ICC code development process, which is being implemented for this next edition of the building codes.

ICC Code Groups

ICC groups the codes for efficient management of the code development process due to the number of I-Code volumes and incredible number of code change proposals. The ICC Group B Codes include:

● Administrative Provisions, including Chapter 1 of all the I-Codes except the International Green Construction Code (IgCC) and International Residential Code (IRC), as well as the update of currently referenced standards in all of the 2024 Codes, except the IgCC,

●International Building Code (IBC) – General Provisions including Chapters 3–6, 12, 13, 27–33,

● IBC – Structural Provisions including Chapters 15–25, and International Existing Building Code (IEBC) Structural Provisions,

● IEBC – Nonstructural provisions,

● IgCC – Chapter 1 and Appendix M,

● IRC – Building Provisions including Chapters 1–10, and

●International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC).

The balance of the I-Codes went through a similar process in 2024 under Group A. Other I-Codes are addressed in the ICC Group A including:

● IBC – Egress,

● IBC – Fire Safety,

●International Fire Code (IFC),

●International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC),

●International Mechanical Code (IMC),

●International Plumbing Code (IPC),

● Int ernational Private Sewage Disposal Code (IPSDC),

● IRC – Mechanical,

● IRC – Plumbing,

● International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), and

● International Wildland Urban Interface Code (IWUIC).

According to the ICC, the code development process is open and transparent and consists of balanced interests, due process, an appeals process, and consensus. Participation in the development of the codes, including code hearings, is open to all at no cost, and anyone can submit a code change proposal or make a public comment. The ICC code committees must consider all views brought to the committee hearing before voting on code change proposals.

Code Change Proposals in cdpACCESS®

ICC cdpACCESS® is the platform you must use when submitting a change proposal. Cdp stands for “Code Development Process”, the process used to modify the ICC model building, fire, and safety codes. There are hundreds of code change proposals each cycle, as the code is continually evolving on a 3-year cycle. The 2025 Group B CAH 1 was no exception, with the monograph weighing in at over 2,500 pages. Each code change proposal consists of multiple parts, including the proponent’s name/organization, proposed change in legislative text with strikeouts and underlines, a reason statement, a cost impact, and ICC staff may add their own analysis, if applicable.

The Code Development Process

Group A and B codes each have separate committees that hear public testimony on the submitted code change proposals following Robert’s Rules of Order. The committees are selected from a pool of volunteers, reviewed and recommended by ICC staff, and approved by the ICC Board of Directors. The speed at which the moderators, chairs, and committees operate is swift and with a purpose. Public testimony is recorded and livestreamed on the ICC website and consists of comments by proponents, opponents, and sometimes neutral parties.

Recorded videos of the committee proceedings and testimony can be viewed through cdpACCESS® at cdpACCESS - ICC. Testimony and rebuttals have time limits, but robust debate and questions from the committees are common. According to ICC, a code change proponent has the opportunity to rebut opponents and vice versa. Anyone who attends the hearings may testify. Committees are required to consider all views, objections, and the cost impact of all code change proposals.

After hearing testimony, the committee then votes for approval, disapproval, or approval with intent to modify. Modifications to code change proposals must also be submitted via the cdpACCESS® platform. Hundreds of code change proposals and modifications were heard during the Group B CAH 1. Riveting testimony was provided by subject matter experts consisting of design professionals, builders, building material manufacturers, industry associations, and academic researchers.

Code Change Proposals of Interest

It is worthwhile to get involved by volunteering and serving on an ICC committee, submitting a code change proposal, offering public comments, or just observing the process. The end result of the ICC committee’s efforts is an increased level of life safety, improved construction methods, performance requirements, innovative products, new and revised standards, and editorial improvements.

In most cases, code changes consist of subtle adjustments; however, other changes may add or remove requirements depending on the situation. What may seem a minor change can have a far-reaching impact on the industry, so careful committee deliberations on each item are necessary.

Some notable Group B code change proposals that are available for viewing on cdpACCESS® include:

● Proposal to the IBC and IRC to reference updated standards from the American Wood Council (AWC), including the 2027 Permanent Wood Foundation Design Specification and the 2027 Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic (SDPWS). (ADM 61-25)

● Proposed updates to the IBC and IRC requirements for truss design drawing elements, aligning the wording with and referring to the ANSI/TPI 1 standard. (S154-25 Parts I and II)

● Proposal to the IRC clarifying that the reference to ANSI/TPI 1 should include required quality criteria in the referenced standard. The proposal also adds a requirement that quality assurance audits are required for pre-manufactured elements, including metalplate-connected wood trusses, and that these audits should be performed by an approved third-party agency. (RB166-25)

● Proposal to the IBC to clarify that the reference to ANSI/TPI 1 should include all the specified quality requirements (quality assurance, quality control, and quality management), not just quality assurance. Additionally, it also clarifies that the quality assurance audit should be performed by an independent agency. This change clarifies that truss requirements should include the design, manufacture, and quality requirements, not just design. (S158-25)

● Proposal to the IBC to standardize terminology used for lateral restraint and diagonal bracing between BCSI, ANSI/TPI 1, and the IBC. The change also fixes the incorrect spacing of the diagonal bracing graphically shown in the figures and removes the blocking requirements. This change replaces the word diaphragm with structural sheathing or gypsum panel products standardized terminology used for lateral restraint and diagonal bracing between BCSI, ANSI/TPI 1, and the IBC. (S155-25)

● Proposal to the IBC to add permanent truss member lateral restraint and truss diagonal bracing inspections during the framing inspection per Section 110.3.4 (S156-25)

● Proposal to the IBC to add special inspection provisions for cold-formed steel and wood trusses without wood or gypsum board panels on top or bottom chord, such as residential garages without gypsum board installed on the ceiling. (S111-25)

●Proposal to the IBC and IRC to add a definition for Modular Component and Module to the IBC, add Section 3115 for Modules and Modular Components with reference to three new standards for modular construction, ICC/MBI 1200, 1205, and 1210. (G19525 Parts I and II).

● Proposal to add requirements to the IBC and IRC for salvage lumber and reference to ASTM D4761-19. (S153-25 and RB167-25)

● Proposal to the IRC to add requirements for corrosion resistance of fasteners and connectors in saltwater environments based on ICC 600 and IBHS Fortified Programs. (RB89-25)

● Proposal to the IRC to include a reference to a new ICC standard being developed for tiny houses. (RB42-25)

What’s Next…

The ICC code development process will continue October 19–30 with the ICC Annual Conference and Expo, followed by the Group B CAH 2 in Cleveland, Ohio, after public comments on Group B CAH 1 code change proposals are submitted and reviewed. CAH 2 is then followed by the combined Group A and B Codes Public Comments Hearing and the Online Governmental Consensus Voting in 2026. This will finalize and approve changes in the 2027 I-Codes.

Protecting life safety and buildings through incremental change is a paramount objective of the building code development process. Getting involved, contributing, or monitoring code change proposals can be eye-opening, and you will learn some new things about the building codes. Your expertise is needed, and your participation matters. The ICC code development process is a truly immersive experience that can deepen your understanding of where code requirements come from, and just how many dedicated industry professionals contribute to building better codes.

More detailed information on the ICC code development process can be found on the ICC website at: Code Development Process - ICC.

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• Newer undercarriage

• New rear bumper

• New wiring

• Annual inspection report completed on 9/19/24 - good for 1 year.

Asking $19,500 M.P.B. Builders 920-748-2601

www.mpbbuilders.com

2021 Big John Extendable Truss Pole Trailer

2021 Big John peak down extendable pole trailer. Transports up to 60′ peak down trusses with a retracted length of 35 ft. O.A., and an extended length of 45 ft. O.A. Adjustable in up to 2 ft. increments. Outer tube frame is 8″ sq. tub and inner frame is 6″ sq. tub. Features 2 axles with anti-lock brake system and parking brakes on both axles. Trailer features air ride suspension with dump valve and 2 speed landing gear. $23,890 FOB NC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

2022 Peterbilt 579 S/A Day Cab Truck #1

Paccar MX-13 / 12.9L / 405 HP Engine

249,300 Miles / 5,566 Engine Hours

Auto Transmission Engine Brake

12,000 Lb Front Axle / 22,700 Lb Rear Axle / 34,700 Lb GVWR

Air Trac Air Ride Suspension

148 Inch Wheelbase

Dual Fuel Tanks Tires are Very Good

$35,000 FOB PA

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

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

• Self-Contained Hydraulic Front End

• Sliding Tandems

• Roller Locks

• Headache Rack

• New Axles (Undercarriage)

• New Wheels, Tires & Brakes

• New Hydraulic System

• New Wiring & Light Sockets

• Sandblasted & Epoxy Painted

• DOT is Current $40,000 NOW $29,900 FOB ME

Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

EXTENDABLE TRUSS TRAILERS

features hydraulic lift, locking rollers, sliding tandem, ABS brakes, and a fifth wheel neck. Six tires have 75% tread remaining and two tires have 50%. 68,000 GVWR. Iowa DOT inspection valid until October 2025.

$26,997 FOB IA Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

2021 Big John Extendable Pole Truss Trailer

Extendable pole trailer

Used for 60' span roof trusses, peak down

Retracted length - 35'. O.A.

Extended length - 45' O.A.

Adjustable 2' Increments

Outer tube frame - 8" square tube

Inner tube frame - 6" square tube

Axles - (2) 25,000 LB Capacity Each Axle width -102"

Anti-lock brake system

Parking brakes on both axles

Wheels - 10 stud outboard drums

Tires - 11 R 22.5 radials

Rims - 22.5 steel unimount (8) alum wheels

Suspension - Watson air ride with dump valve

Landing gear - 2 speed

Bumper - standard

Lights - DOT Specs, LED Package (2) truss stands (4) winches with straps

$29,900 NOW $23,900 FOB SC

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1995 Pines 45' Chip Trailer

• Modified by LMI TENN

• 8" Floor Cross Members

• Reinforced Roof

• 22.5 Tubeless Tires

• Sl iding Tandem Axle (for weight distribution) (FOB PA) $9,900

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1997 Lakeside JDH Trussmaster

36-51 ft Stretch Trailer (OR-1)

1997 Lakeside JDH Trussmaster 36′51′ – Lakeside trailer features 5th-wheel connection, sliding tandem axle, locking rollers and hydraulic lift neck. Current DOT inspection September 2023. 50% brakes and 50% tire tread remains. 26,000 GVWR $28,997 NOW $21,997 FOB MO Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Features sliding tandem axle, fifth wheel connection, locking rollers, ABS brakes, and hydraulic lift neck. This trailer does have a current DOT inspection. Estimated 50% tire tread remaining.

$28,990 FOB WI Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

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By Simpson Strong-Tie Staff

SLot Level Tracking

impson Strong-Tie has been a supplier of connectors for trusses and engineered-wood products for years. This experience has provided insights into the needs of the component manufacturer and has resulted in the development of innovative software that meets those needs.

Our project management software, Component Solutions® Director™, streamlines the project management processes for truss component manufacturers, optimizing workflow and communication throughout the project lifecycle. From a single component to a large multi-plan development, CS Director manages your projects with powerful, time-saving features that keep your business running smoothly.

• Intuitive workflows for managing projects including material and preset management, bids through orders, loose-ship materials and services, components and truss sets, production groups, stacking lists and deliveries, and robust reporting options

• Schedule tasks and manage project status using integrated, web-based calendars

• Project List filters can be configured to display projects and project information that is most important for individual users

Lot level tracking provides the ability to sub-divide a project into separate instances on a web calendar in CS Director™, allowing you to manage tasks that support truss design, as well as production and delivery of partial projects. Lot level tracking also allows you to split a task across multiple days as some tasks may not be completed in a single day.

Benefits of Lot Level Tracking

• Split ongoing tasks across multiple days

• Use lot level tracking fields as Custom Display Strings on web calendar

• Sub-divide large projects into Releases

Simpson Strong-Tie’s Component Solutions® CS Director™ software has the ability to help you support lot level tracking for your projects. Contact your Simpson Strong-Tie Representative or email CSHelp@ strongtie.com for more information.

Used - 2014, R157 48” Roll -Off Precision Trailer

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

$17,500 NOW $10,500 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193

www.eidemachinery.com/equipment/ trailers

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

$17,500 NOW $10,500 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193

www.eidemachinery.com/equipment/ trailers

TRUCKS & TRAILERS

Front End

Sliding Tandems

Roller Locks

Winches and Straps

Headache Rack

Tool Box

Several cross member have rust holes and need to be replaced

$12,500 Each or $24,000 for Both Trailers

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1993 JDH Trussmaster 48'-70' Stretch Roll-Off Trailer

• Fixed Tandem

• Spring Suspension

• Roller Locks

• Winches & Straps

• Headache Rack

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

• DOT is Current

• Video available upon request

2000 Haulin 36' Truss/Panel Roll-Off Trailer

• Bed Length: 36'

• GVWR: 26,000 Lbs

• Battery Operated Hydraulic Tilt

• Electric Brakes

• Locking Rollers

• Trailer Inspection is current

• One location needs steel plate/weld repair (reference photo)

$19,900 NOW $10,900 FOB PA Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

1995 ASI 48'-70' Stretch Roll-Off Trailer

• Slanted Profile

• Fixed Tandems

• Spring Suspension

$19,900 NOW $13,900 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com 2015 JLG G10-55A Telehandler

• 10,000

• 55' Lift Height

• 4 Wheel Drive

• 3 Way Steer

• 72" Fork Carriage

• 60" Pallet Forks

• Foam Filled Tires

• Cummins QSB 4.5 Turbo Diesel

• 4,350 Hours

$59,900 FOB CA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

• No Hydraulic Lift (has been removed)

• New Landing Gear and New Springs/ Shackles on the rear axles within the last year

• Tires are Good (4 new tires in Summer of 2024)

• Roller Locks

• Headache Rack

DOT is current (February 2025) $12,800 NOW $9,980 FOB WI 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

2014 Precision 48′ Roll Off Trailer (R156) 2014 Precision 48′ roll off trailer features tandem axle, fifth wheel connection, locking rollers, ABS brakes, and hydraulic lift neck. Estimated 50% tire tread remaining.

$17,990 FOB WI Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

$27,500 NOW $25,500 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 612-521-9193

www.eidemachinery.com/equipment/ trailers

Champion Valve Plus Compressor

2023 Atlas Copco Compressor in Container Housing

2023 Atlas Copco type G7FF rotary screw compressor with internal dryer and external tank. Compressor capacity is 145 PSI, has a 10 HP motor, external air tank includes bleed valve and manual output valve. System comes contained in a custom shipping container with locking entry door, thermostat controlled electric fans, throughwall induction vent grills, interior lighting, electrical panel and utilities for a second compressor. Container size is 8′ width x 10′-6″ long x 8′-8″ height. Hours as of 19 September ’24 were 986. 480 volt, 3 phase / 120VAC electrical required.

$34,490 FOB AZ Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

Champion Valve Plus – Reciprocating twostage compressor, model 7.5–V80E, with Eaton controls, 7.5 HP motor, 80 gal vertical tank, rated for 22 cfm @ 175 PSI. 208/230/ 460 volt, 3 phase electrical required.

$2,495 FOB AZ Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

2023 Triad Flow Through Component Nailer

• Assembles Trimmers, Partition Leads, Corners, Headers, Ells, Jack Studs

• Length Capacity: 10'-2"

• Clamp Opening: 3" x 3" to 12" x 12"

• Vertical & Horizontal Clamping Pressure: 300 Lbs at 100 PSI

• Foot Pedal Control

• On/Off Switches for Each Nail Gun

• Pop-Up Stop

• Nail Trays

• 10' Infeed & 10' Outfeed Roller Conveyor with Stands

• Excludes Nail Guns

$19,900 FOB ON Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

• 2 Each - 35' Span Gantry Bridges with 1 Ton Harrington Electric Hoists

• 20' Height

• Internal Electric Bus Bar (eliminates festoon system) $45,000 NOW $29,900 FOB AZ

A dverti $ er

Electrical Supply: 110 VAC

Motor: 1/4 HP, 110 VAC, Linear Actuator

Highly Accurate: +/- .010 Inches

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

Stops: Jig Bored Steel

Stop Blocks: Machine Billet Aluminum

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

Dimensions:

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

Height: 12 inches

Depth: 12 inches

MISC.

Alpine Lumber Carousel

• 7 Bunk Capacity (up to 12' Lumber)

• Pushbutton Control Station

• 10 HP / 3 Phase Motor

• In working condition when removed in August 2023

$11,900 FOB Manitoba

Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

2002 Atlas Copco Rotary Screw Air Compressor

• Model GX11FF

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

• 13,443 Hours

• 51.7 CFM at 128 PSI

• 80 Gallon Tank

• Built-in Air Dryer does not work

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

$4,250 FOB TX

Wasserman & Associates

800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

SL-Laser Model ProDirector 7 Projection System

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

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

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

New Monet Power Deck Infeed Decks Heavy-duty, 5-chain feed system to bring material to the infeed of the component saw. 16′ wide x 20′ long x 36″ high. Transfers 6′ to 20′ lumber lengths. Option for 6-arm Power Deck available at an additional cost. Features auto-feed advance, foot pedal override forward and reverse, variable speed control, double bearing construction, softstart and soft-stop and e-stop cable. Base price shown. 480 volt, 3 phase, 15 Amp electrical required. (Prices start at $31,000.)

Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

Saws

• Automated Component & Linear Saws (2010 & Newer)

• Monet DeSauw or TimberMill Manual Component Saws

• Floor Web Saws

• Spida (Apollo) Saws with Truss Automation

• Bunk Cutters

Truss Equipment

• Roller Gantry & Hydraulic Press Systems

• Finish Rollers

• Truss Stackers

• Floor Truss Machines

• Lumber Splicers

• Jack Tables

• C-Clamp Presses

Trucks & Trailers

• Stretch Roll-Off Trailers

• Go oseneck Roll-Off Trailers

Modular Equipment

• Pacific Automation or MiTek Mobile Home Press Contact Wasserman & Associates for a Fair Market

Value Assessment of your Used Equipment

Operational, Needs Work, and Parts Only equipment will be considered!

New ASI Ink Jet Plate Marker

• Automated Wall Panel Parts Cutting & Marking as directed by Wall Panel Design Software Output

• 20' Roller Conveyor with Servo Motor Controlled Length Stop/Plate Pusher

• 10' Infeed Roller Conveyor

• 24" Lenovo Touch Screen Computer (Windows 11 Pro OS)

• ASI Bas ic L Plate Cutting/Marking Operating Software

• 4 Head Ink Jet Plate Marker (marks 2 plates on edge)

• 110 Volt / 1 Phase

• Includes Onsite Installation & Training

• Excludes Saw & Dust Collector

• Approximately $50,000 USD with DeWalt Sliding Miter Saw including Freight, Customs Brokerage Fees & Installation

• Other Saw Options Include: Existing Saws, ASI Radial Arm Saw, Lauderdale Hamilton Up Cut Saw & Vista Angle Boss Saws

• Video available upon request

MISC.

EMSI Teeter Cart

Width – 46” / Length – 73” / Load Capacity

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

Call for Price

Eide Machinery Sales, Inc.

612-521-9193

www.eidemachinery.com

Used - Quincy 25 Horsepower Screw Compressors (2x) Taken from service | Optional: Refrigerated Air Dryer - $500 $3500 each

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

Wasserman Sub-Component Nailer

• Assembles Trimmers, Jacks, Corners, Ells, Partition Leads, Channels & Headers

• 2x4 and 2x6 Capacity (double pass on headers to 2x10)

• Remote Fire & 3-Way Clamping

• Staggered or Straight Line Nail Pattern

• Squaring Stop

• Foot Pedal Control

• Reserve Air Tank

• 5' Infeed & Outfeed Roller Conveyor

• (2) Duo-Fast DF350S Strip Nailers

$19,900 FOB ND Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

NEW GALVANIZED STEEL STRAPPING

1 1/4" wide x .035 thick. $95 per coil. $1,900 per skid (21 coils). FOB PA. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

AMI Industrial Floor Carts

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

Series "B" AMI Industrial Floor Truck

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

Standard Models Available Max Load Weight (lbs.)

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

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

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

3660 36" x 60" Series "B" & "C" 2800

3672 36" x 72" Series "B" 4000

4072 40"

3696

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

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.

$2,500 NOW $1,500 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329

www.wasserman-associates.com

2010 UsiFab Splicer

2010 UsiFab Splicer, model RL, splices 2×4 to 2×8 in vertical orientation, forces lumber together prior to plate pressing, maximum plate size is 7×17″, tubular construction, adjustable pressing rollers, upper hold down and plate clamping guides, single operator station with push-button controls. 4.5 HP motor. 600 volt, 3 phase electrical required. 100 PSI air required.

$17,997 FOB QC Wood Tech Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

• 5 Lumber Carts (6' to 20' Lumber)

• Vertical Dividers for Magazine Carts

• Vacuum Pick Head System

• Perimeter Safety System (Light Curtains, Fencing & Gate)

• 50' x 28' Footprint

• 5 Extra

• Designed to fit Monet Deasuw DeRobo Saw

• Available July 2024

• Video available upon request

BAM Stair Wedge Saw

Builders Automation Machinery (BAM) model 2220, stair wedge saw station automatically produces wood wedges used to lock stair treads and risers into slots cut into the stair stringers…

Price based on configuration FOB FL

765-751-9990

www.woodtechsystems.com

BAM Pre-Hung

Door Machine

Titan Series

Builders Automation

Machinery (BAM) Titan series pre-hung door machine. Designed to produce between 150 and 250 doors per day. Multi-function door machine capable of doors 1′-6″ to 4′-0″ in width, and both 6′-8″ or 8′-0″ door heights. Processes both 1 3/8″ and 1 3/4″ thick door slabs. Machines the door, hinge jamb and strike jamb all at the same time. Capable hinge sizes include 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″, 4″ x 4″, 4 1/2″ x 4 1/2″ with 5/8″ radius. Cycle time with flush hinge routing is 45 seconds. 10′ long x 7′-6″ wide footprint. Shipping weight 4,000 lbs.

More information Click Here

Price based on configuration

765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

BAM Staircase

Assembly Clamp

Builders Automation

Machinery (BAM) staircase assembly clamp, model 2210, accommodates up to 20 foot long stringers with a maximum width of 54″…

Price based on configuration FOB FL

• Automatic Homing (time-saver)!

•Larger capacity (up to 16" wide stringers) Triad's very successful Open Stringer Saw (OSS) was designed to increase productivity and cut perfect stringers -- every time! After 20 years, the newly-redesigned OSS takes the experience of our industry-leading engineering to create an even higher-capacity AND higherproduction version of the OSS. It now also features automatic homing!

The NEW OSS is touchscreencontrolled and has automatic indexing and cutting. A built-in infeed & outfeed roller conveyor come as standard equipment.

The OSS is powered by two 10 HP soft-start motors & uses two 30x80" carbide blades.

Triad Bullnose Saw

Triad Wedge Cutter

Triad Stair Boss PRO

Triad Handrail Machine

Triad XSL Stair Lift

Triad Template Stair Router

Triad Staircase Assembly Clamp

BAM “Ovation”

Door Machining Center (DMC)

New Builders Automation Machinery

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

More information Click Here

Price based on configuration Wood Tech Systems

765-751-9990 www.woodtechsystems.com

$4,900 NOW $3,600 FOB GA

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

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•A redesigned nail-feed supplying EverWin PN90-PAL industrial nail guns

•Simplified pneumatics featuring direct air-supply to all six nail guns

•Even more sub-component profiles for wall design flexibility

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Safety First!

Safety Meeting Topics

From State Fund CA.

Safety

Seguridad en el uso de Herramientas Motorizadas

Rules for Power Tools

Portable electric power tools are just what their name implies, power tools. Because theyre powerful workers need to be aware of their limitations and potential hazards.

Use and maintain tools with care. Keep them sharp and clean for their best and safest performance. Follow the manufacturers instructions for lubricating and changing tool accessories. Use the right tool for the job. Dont force a small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. It overstrains the tool and overloads the motor. Keep guards in place and follow lockout/tagout procedures. Unless its designed for it, never use a portable electric tool where there are flammable vapors or gases present.

If the tool is equipped with a three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hold electrical receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate it to a two-prong receptacle, the adapter wire must be attached to a known ground. Never remove the third prong.

Keep the cord in good condition. Keep it away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Never carry a tool by its cord, or yank the cord to disconnect it from a receptacle and never carry a plug-in tool with your finger on the switch. Report any defective or broken plugs and insulation on cords. Take the tool out of service to be repaired or replaced.

The greatest hazard of power tools is electric shock, so make sure the tool is properly grounded before its turned on. Its dangerous to use power tools in damp or wet locations or if the worker is perspiring. Moisture helps electricity flows more easily through the body. Rubber gloves and footwear are recommended when working outdoors where its damp.

Las herramientas motorizadas portátiles son precisamente lo que implica su nombre: herramientas con motores. Debido a que son poderosas, es necesario estar conscientes de sus limitaciones y de los peligros que presentan.

Use y mantenga las herramientas motorizadas con cuidado. Manténgalas afiladas y limpias para obtener su mayor y más seguro rendimiento. Observe las instrucciones del fabricante en cuanto a la lubricación y el cambio de accesorios. Utilice la herramienta apropiada para cada tarea. No fuerce una herramienta o aditamento pequeño a hacer una tarea de una herramienta de uso pesado. El hacerlo fuerza la herramienta y sobrecarga el motor. Mantenga los resguardos en su posición correcta y observe todos los procedimientos de bloqueo y etiquetado. A no ser que esté diseñada para hacerlo, nunca use una herramienta eléctrica portátil donde se encuentren presentes gases o vapores inflamables.

Si la herramienta está equipada con un enchufe de tres clavijas, debe enchufarse en una toma de corriente para tres clavijas. Si se usa un adaptador para convertir una toma de corriente de tres clavijas en dos, se debe conectar el conductor del adaptador a una buena tierra. Nunca corte la tercera clavija.

Mantenga los cables en buen estado. Manténgalos alejados del calor, aceite y bordes filosos. Nunca levante una herramienta por el cable, ni tire del cable para desconectarla de la toma de corriente, y nunca lleve una herramienta enchufada con el dedo en el interruptor. Reporte la existencia de cualquier enchufe o aislamiento de cables defectuoso o roto. Saque de servicio la herramienta para que la reparen o la reemplacen.

El mayor peligro con las herramientas eléctricas es la electrocución, por eso es importante asegurarse de que la herramienta esté debidamente conectada a tierra antes de ponerla en marcha. Es peligroso usar herramientas eléctricas en lugares húmedos o mojados, o si el trabajador está sudando. La humedad ayuda a conducir la corriente eléctrica con más facilidad a través del cuerpo humano. Se recomienda el uso de guantes y zapatos de goma cuando se trabaje al aire libre en lugares húmedos.

Wear proper clothing and personal protective equipment when working with power tools. Loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught in moving parts. Safety glasses or goggles can protect against flying particles or chips from entering the eye. Keep others out of the plane of rotation so they wont be hit by flying particles.

Keep your balance and proper footing when working with power tools, being careful not to overreach. When youve finished with the tool, put it down or store it so that it cant cause an injury to another worker. Keep the work area well lit and clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

Póngase ropa y equipos de protección apropiados cuando trabaje con herramientas motorizadas. Ropa o artículos de joyería sueltos pueden engancharse en las partes móviles. Las gafas o anteojos de seguridad pueden protegerlo contra partículas o esquirlas que vuelan y que pueden caerle en los ojos. Mantenga a otras personas fuera del plano de rotación para protegerlas de partículas que vuelan.

Mantenga el equilibrio y la tracción de los pies cuando trabaje con herramientas motorizadas, teniendo cuidado de no tratar de alcanzar demasiado lejos. Una vez que haya terminado de usar la herramienta, colóquela sobre el suelo o guárdela para que no pueda ocasionar ninguna lesión a otras personas. Mantenga el área de trabajo bien iluminada y limpia. Las áreas y bancos de trabajo desordenados se prestan a accidentes.

The above evaluations and/or recommendations are for general guidance only and should not be relied upon for legal compliance purposes. They are based solely on the information provided to us and relate only to those conditions speciﬁcally discussed. We do not make any warranty, expressed or implied, that your workplace is safe or healthful or that it complies with all laws, regulations or standards.

CalENdar of EvENts

JUNE

June 3–4

June 4–5 Global Softwood Log & Lumber Conference

June 4–6

June 4–7

Structural Building Components Assoc. (SBCA) & National Framers Council (NFC) Open Quarterly Meeting (OQM) Washington,

Institute of Architects (AIA) Conference 2025 Boston, MA

June 8–10 Groundbreaking Women in Construction (GBWIC) Conference San Diego, CA

June 10–13

June 13

June 22–26

JULY

July

CalENdar of EvENts

September 22 Woodrise 2025 Vancouver, BC, Canada

September 24 Forest Economic Advisors (FEA) Forest Products Forum Portland, OR

September 24–26 Construction Suppliers Assoc (CSA) Conference & Tradeshow Miramar Beach, FL

Sept 29–Oct 3 Bldg Component Mfrs Conference & Framers Summit (BCMC | FS) Omaha, NE

OCTOBER 2025

October 15–17 Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Conference Cleveland, OH

October 15–17 LBM Strategies 2025 Conference Nashville, TN

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November 3–5 Lumbermens Merchandising Corp. (LMC) Expo Philadelphia, PA

November 5–7 North Am Wholesale Lumber Assoc (NAWLA) Traders Market Kansas City, MO

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

• Al Coffman

• Jean Hart • Curt Holler • Chuck Ray

Glenn Traylor • Elliot Wilson

Full Time 32hrs

4x10 or Flexible With Full Benefits!

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

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

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Truss Design/Estimating Manager J15332 Texas

Outside Sales - Truss/Panel J15371 Northeast

In Office or Remote Truss DesignerMiTek Software J15369 Florida or remote in FL or GA

Truss Design Manager - Apline J15366 Texas

Remote Truss Designer - MiTek J15361 Mid Atlantic

Truss Designer-J15349 Western Canada

Truss Designer - Multifamily/MiTek J15362 TN

Truss Designer - Multifamily/MiTek J15363 TX

Remote Multifamily Truss Designer J15356 Texas

Technical Outside Sales Truss & Wall Panel J15358 Colorado Front Range

Truss Designer J15357 East Texas

Truss Design Skills Evaluation

Measures 9 areas of Skills and Experience Compairs Results to National Averages Identify Strengths and Areas For Improvement

$145 per Exam (Volume Discounts Available)

Test your design team to have a better understanding of individual strengths and areas for improvement.

Use your team's results to measure potential new hires!

Implementation and Support Specialist J15306 100% RemoteNortheast

Sales Representative - J15355 Central Ontario

Truss & Wall Panel Designer J15226 Northeast

Remote Truss Designer J15307 Full Time Remote

Truss Production Manager-J15354 Greater Toronto Area

Truss Designer - MiTek - Remote or OS J15312 Florida, AL, or GA for Remote

Remote Truss Designer - Alpine J15246 Midwest Candidate preferred

Senior Truss & Wall Panel DesignerMiTek J15352 Midwest

CFS Truss Designer | Wall Panel Designer J5323 Midwest

Outside Sales - Truss/Lumber J15345

Southeast

Truss Designer - On-site - MiTek J15346 Florida

Truss Designer J15348 South

Senior Truss Designer - J15342 Mountains

Remote Truss Designer J15313 New England

Truss Designer J15339 New England

Project Coordinator J15272 TN

Remote Truss Designer - MiTek J15228 Florida

Truss Designer J14165 Carolinas

Mass Timber Sales/Business Development-J15338

Central Ontario

Mass Timber Engineer-J15337 Central Ontario

Truss Designer-J15334

Southern Alberta

WE WORK WITH OVER 100 LOCATIONS IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

SOME ARE HIRING NOW AND SOME ASK US TO CALL WHEN QUALIFIED CANDIDTES ARE AVAILABLE

WE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

ID: C18426

Remote Truss Designer

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

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

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

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

ID: C18549

Remote Wall Panel Designer

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

ID: C18836

Truss Designer / Wall Panel Designer / Design Manager

Relocation: USA - ALL States Intermediate level designer with wall and roof truss design skills using MiTek software. Candidate has both MiTek Sapphire Structure and Management, plus AutoCAD experience. Products include wall panels, roof and floor trusses for single family custom, tract, and small commercial/ multifamily projects. Estimating roof and floor trusses, with my speed I could keep about 7-9 new projects a week

ID: C10122

Designer/Design Manager - Truss Relocation: Iowa

Senior Designer. - Advanced. Candidate has 24 years Truss Ddesigner experience and 5 years Truss Design Manager experience. Products include floor trusses, roof trusses, I-Joists, and hardware. Markets include single family, custom, high end, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. Primary duties include design, layout, optimization, cutting/production documents, and takeoff.

Secondary duties include checking others work, repairs, customer service, inside sales, software maintenance, training, and filling in for the Design Manager as needed. Software experience includes MiTek and Keymark. Training received includes WTCA Level 2. Education: High School Graduate and Batchelors degree.

Motivating factors: advancement, compensation, benefits, work location, job security, and relocation.

ID: C18604

Truss Designer - Remote (MiTek) Relocation: Alberta

I currently design & layout roof trusses, floor trusses, I-Joists and EWP from PDF plans and specifications for pricing. Also does engineering using MiTek, then uploads to Management or MBA in the past. Once sold, and field measurements are provided, I update the project and clean up the layouts, trusses and release them to the shop. I also answer questions from sales and the shop as needed as well as training newer designers. Most of my projects are single family, but I have also done several apartments, hotels, assisted living centers, and other commercial projects. I want to grow, learn, and become a better designer to be a valued team member.

ID: C10968

Senior Wood Truss Designer - Part Time Relocation: Florida, Alabama, Georgia, REMOTE

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

Compensation: Based on employee or 1099 status.

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

ID: C10853

Remote Design Manager | Remote Offshore Design Project Manager Relocation: Texas, Georgia, USA - South

Top level Engineering/Design Management candidate, 14+- years experience Truss, 4+- Panel experience. Has experience

building and integrating offshore design resources with internal design departments and training design managers to better utilize offshore capabilities. Large volume manufacturer experience. MiTek Sapphire design/layout proficient. Too confidential to go into more detail.

Compensation: $120k+

ID: C11370

General | Plant Manager/Operations - Truss/ Panel/Framing Package Relocation: Texas, Arizona

20 years' experience. Started in production, advanced to Saw Supervisor, Production Manager, Plant Manager, now General Manager. As General Manager operated a $125M truss plant. Tripled output and reduced errors and labor cost. Developed and implemented standards and procedures to manage quality and costs. As Plant Manager (4 years), manage all the operation of the manufacturing plant, such as Productivity, logistics, efficiencies, costs. As Production Manager (12 years), manage all the areas of the manufacturing across the plant. Safety, quality control, efficiencies, HR, etc... Software: MiTek, Word, Excel, OptiFrame. Products: R & F Truss, Panel, Framing package. Markets: Single Family, Multifamily, Custom Homes. Bilingual English/Spanish spoken and written. Degree in Industrial Engineering.

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

ID: C10897

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

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

Compensation: Open??

Thom's Notes: PE with Mid Atlantic seals

ID: C18565

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

ID: C18370

Plant | Location | General Manager - Truss/ Panel

Relocation: California, Nevada

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

ID: C10507

Senior Management - Truss/Panel/Lumber/ Installed Services

Relocation: USA - Western

I am a Diverse driven individual seeking a position in the fast paced construction component industry where my professionalism in sales, business and leadership skills along with a strong proven background in, General Management, Operations, Sales Management, strategic alliances, business development, team building, P&L experience and Customer Satisfaction will play an integral part in growing new business, nurturing existing business or developing company operations to meet the highest level of efficiencies, standards and safety while having fun doing it!

4Ward Solutions Group Launches Specialized Design Training Through 4Ward Foundry™

Phoenix, AZ – May 7, 2025 – 4Ward Solutions Group, a leader in offsite construction innovation and workforce development, proudly announces the formal launch of its School of Design, the first program within the 4Ward Foundry training initiative. This program addresses the growing need for trained structural component designers in the offsite manufacturing space.

With the offsite construction industry expanding rapidly, companies are facing increased pressure to find skilled designers who understand not just component design theory, but also how to apply it using industry-standard software and modeling practices. The School of Design directly answers that need.

“4Ward Foundry and The School of Design is focused on preparing the next generation of component designers with a blend of foundational knowledge, hands-on practice, and real-world application,” said Ben Hershey, CEO of 4Ward Solutions Group. “It’s not just about software training—it’s about creating confident, job-ready professionals who contribute from day one.”

Program Highlights:

• 13-Week Intensive Training Program

• Structural Design Principles: Load paths, framing systems, and industry best practices

• Industry Software Proficiency: Applied training in design platforms used throughout the offsite construction industry.

• Hands-On Modeling Exercises: Guided projects based on real production files.

• Mentorship & QA Focus: Students learn under the guidance of senior designers with decades of experience.

Led by Roger Wagner, Director of Design & Education, the School of Design prepares new hires, career changers, or internal promotions for success in a production environment. Whether a company is onboarding new designers or expanding its team, the Foundry provides a structured and scalable training solution. “There’s a clear skills gap in our industry, especially in design. This program doesn’t just teach—it builds future experts,” said Roger Wagner, Director of Design & Education, 4Ward Solutions Group.

Enroll Now – Limited Seats Available

Enrollment for the upcoming session is now open, and seats are filling fast. Companies and individuals looking to reserve their place in this high-impact program are encouraged to act quickly.

Don’t miss your opportunity to invest in the next generation of structural component designers. To Reserve Your Seat or Learn More: design@4WardConsult.com, www.4WardConsult.com

About 4Ward Foundry

4Ward Foundry is the workforce development arm of 4Ward Solutions Group, offering structured training in component design, manufacturing, and leadership. Backed by decades of offsite construction experience and powered by leading-edge technology and process innovation, Foundry programs prepare individuals to thrive in today’s industrialized construction environment.

Train with purpose. Design with precision. Build 4Ward.

Moducore Joins NVIDIA Connect Program to Accelerate the Future of Offsite Manufacturing

STANWOOD, Wash., May 13, 2025 -- Moducore™, the leading ERP platform for offsite construction manufacturing, is proud to announce its selection to the NVIDIA Connect Program, a curated ecosystem of innovative companies building next-generation AI solutions. This strategic collaboration marks a major milestone in Moducore’s mission to bring intelligence-driven operations to the offsite manufacturing industry.

Through the program, Moducore gains early access to NVIDIA’s cuttingedge hardware, software, and AI frameworks—accelerating the development of powerful new technologies purpose-built for modular, panelized, and component-based factories.

“We’re thrilled to be part of the NVIDIA Connect Program,” said Jordie Puchinger, CTO and co-founder of Moducore. “Our focus has always been on solving complex manufacturing problems through elegant, reliable software. With NVIDIA’s AI platform in our corner, we’re moving faster than ever toward a smarter, more connected future for offsite manufacturing.”

The collaboration is already yielding results. Moducore is actively integrating NVIDIA’s AI compute stack into its core ERP platform—OffsiteOS™—to unlock new capabilities in predictive analytics, production intelligence, and real-time optimization.

While Moducore is not ready to unveil the full scope of what’s coming next, the company hints at a new generation of factory intelligence tools that blend AI, IoT, and spatial computing in ways the offsite manufacturing sector has never seen before.

“We believe offsite factories deserve better tools—ones that don’t just track data, but actually learn from it,” said Ben Hershey, CEO of 4Ward Solutions Group, which owns Moducore. “This is just the beginning.”

About Moducore

Moducore, owned by 4Ward Solutions Group, is the industry-leading ERP solution built specifically for offsite manufacturing. Featuring integrated MES, MRP, Scheduling, Procurement, and real-time production tools, Moducore empowers teams to operate smarter, faster, and with greater precision. Some of the most innovative manufacturers across North America trust Moducore to drive their digital transformation and operational excellence. https://moducore.com. https://4WardSolutionsGroup.com.

Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. Announces 2025 First Quarter Financial Result

April 28, 2025—Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc., an industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, today announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. All comparisons, unless otherwise noted, are comparing the quarter ended March 31, 2025 with the quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Management Commentary

“Our first quarter net sales reflected modest growth over the prior year in a highly uncertain macroeconomic environment in both the U.S. and Europe,” commented Mike Olosky, President and Chief Executive Officer of Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. “I’m pleased to report that our volume performance in North America once again exceeded U.S. housing starts by approximately 420 basis points over the trailing twelve months. Our sales included a $9.0 million benefit from our 2024 acquisitions and a favorable comparison to the prior year which was adversely affected by the timing of volume discount estimates, collectively more than offsetting a modest decline in volume. Absent these factors, North America net sales were relatively flat year-over-year. In Europe, though our sales moderately declined, we believe our volumes have outperformed the broader market.”

Mr. Olosky continued, “As previously announced, we implemented price increases across our product lines in the U.S., effective June 2nd. Since our last pricing change, which was a decrease a few years ago, we have experienced significant increases in our costs. Additionally, while we are largely domestically sourced, we procure fasteners and a limited number of other products from countries that are subject to the recently announced tariffs. Accordingly, the price increases were an effort to offset rising costs across both non-material and material categories as well as a portion related to current trade policy actions. These increases, combined with cost discipline and productivity improvements, will help us maintain our current gross margin and make selective investments to provide even better customer service. We believe our focus on managing costs while improving our position in diversified end markets has strengthened our business through the cycle, particularly in a soft housing market. We remain confident in our mid to long-term housing outlook and believe Simpson is well positioned to capitalize on future growth.”

North America Segment 2025 First Quarter Financial Highlights

• Net sales of $420.7 million increased 3.4% from $406.7 million primarily due to incremental sales from the Company’s 2024 acquisitions and timing of volume discount estimates that negatively impacted 2024 net sales. The increases were partly offset by the negative effect of approximately $1.5 million in foreign currency translation.

• Gross margin increased to 50.0% from 49.3% primarily due to timing of 2024 volume discount estimates, as noted above.

• Income from operations of $104.2 million increased 5.4% from $98.9 million. The increase was primarily due to higher gross profits, partly offset by higher operating expenses. The operating expense increases were driven by higher personnel costs and variable incentive compensation.

Read the complete press release online

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West Fraser Releases 2024 Sustainability Report

May 22, 2025—West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. released its 2024 Sustainability Report, Building Together: People and Partnerships The report highlights the Company’s sustainability performance across a variety of environmental, social, and governance goals and disclosed targets.

“Since our founding 70 years ago, West Fraser has recognized our responsibility to the environment and society while delivering solid financial performance,” said Sean McLaren, President and CEO, West Fraser. “This report provides some detail about our activities in 2024 and measures the progress we have made toward achieving our goals.”

2024 key achievements highlighted in the report include:

Broadening Safety Training and Data Insights: In 2024, we implemented new contractor safety practices across the Company and set new expectations around the oversight of contracted work. Further improving our safety program remains a top priority in 2025.

Advancing Our Carbon Reduction Strategy: Our manufacturing operations were powered by 75% renewable energy. At the same time, 100% of our mills progressed on their energy reduction road maps to materially reduce our carbon footprint by 2030 using scope 1, 2 and 3 emission reduction targets, validated through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). A key highlight was a 22% reduction in our scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2019 baseline levels, along with a 13% reduction in our Scope 3 emissions compared to our 2020 baseline levels. These reductions are on track to meet our 2030 GHG reduction targets.

Driving Sustainable Forest Management & Wood Procurement Traceability: Requirements related to resource management and responsible sourcing are clarified through our Sustainable Forest and Wood Procurement Policy. Implemented in 2024, the policy provides a cohesive approach across our Company.

Partnering with Indigenous Nations: A key milestone was the agreement signed with the Lake Babine Nation’s forestry company, targeting long-term fibre supply for our mill in Smithers, British Columbia and recognizing the Nation’s role as a resource steward. These arrangements remain subject to approval by the Government of British Columbia, which is anticipated in 2025.

Investing in Communities: Within our communities we invested $4.3 million through 800 partnerships. Our investments focused on support for young people, improving mental health and were targeted at helping rural areas where we operate.

For more information on sustainability at West Fraser and to read the 2024 sustainability report, please visit https://www. westfraser.com/sustainability/sustainability-reporting.

About West Fraser

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with more than 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, which promotes sustainable forest practices in its operations The Company produces lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, other residuals, and renewable energy. West Fraser’s products are used in home construction, repair and remodeling, industrial applications, papers, tissue, and box materials. For more information about West Fraser, visit www.westfraser.com.

Soft Spring Selling Season Takes a Toll on Builder Confidence

Posted May 15, 2025 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

Builder confidence fell sharply in May on growing uncertainties stemming from elevated interest rates, tariff concerns, building material cost uncertainty and the cloudy economic outlook. However, 90% of the responses received in May were tabulated prior to the May 12 announcement that the United States and China agreed to slash tariffs for 90 days to allow trade talks to continue.

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes was 34 in May, down six points from April, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/ Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. This ties the November 2023 reading, and is the lowest since the index hit 31 in December 2022.

“The spring home buying season has gotten off to a slow start as persistent elevated interest rates, policy uncertainty and building material cost factors hurt builder sentiment in May,” said NAHB Chairman Buddy Hughes, a home builder and developer from Lexington, N.C. “However, the overwhelming majority of survey responses came before the tariff reduction announcement with China. Builders expect future trade negotiations and progress on tax policy will help stabilize the economic outlook and strengthen housing demand.”

“Policy uncertainty stemming in large part from the stop-and-start tariff issues has hurt builder confidence but the initial trade arrangements with the United Kingdom and China are a welcome development,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “Still, the overall actions on tariffs in recent weeks have had a negative impact on builders, as 78% reported difficulties pricing their homes recently due to uncertainty around material prices.”

The latest HMI survey also revealed that 34% of builders cut home prices in May, up from 29% in April and the highest level since December 2023 (36%). Meanwhile, the average price reduction was 5% in May, unchanged from the previous month. The use of sales incentives was 61% in May, the same rate as the previous month.

All three of the major HMI indices posted losses in May. The HMI index gauging current sales conditions fell eight points in May to a level of 37, the component measuring sales expectations in the next six months edged one-point lower to 42 while the gauge charting traffic of prospective buyers dropped two points to 23.

Looking at the three-month moving averages for regional HMI scores, the Northeast fell three points to 44, the Midwest moved one point lower to 40, the South dropped two points to 37 and the West posted a two-point decline to 33. HMI tables can be found at nahb.org/hmi. More information on housing statistics is also available at Housing Economics PLUS.

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What Are the Highest Paying Jobs in Construction?

Posted May 13, 2025 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders

Reprinted with permission.

Half of payroll workers in construction earn more than $60,320, and the top 25% make at least $81,510, according to the latest May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and analysis by NAHB. In comparison, the U.S. median annual pay is $49,500, while the top quartile (the highest paid 25%) makes at least $78,810.

The OEWS publishes wages for almost 400 occupations in construction. Out of these, only 46 are construction trades. The other construction industry workers are in finance, sales, administration and other off-site activities.

In 2024, the highest paid occupation in construction is lawyers with wages of $180,520 per year and the top 25% making over $238,720. Traditionally, Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) occupy the top paid position in the industry, but in 2024, they are second on the list, with half of CEOs making over $174,030, while the wages of the top quartile remain undisclosed.

Out of the top 20 highest paid occupations in construction, 14 are various managers. The highest paid managers in construction are architectural and engineering managers, with half of them making over $153,510 and the top 25% on the pay scale earning over $181,150 annually.

Among construction trades, elevator installers and repairers top the median wages list with half of them earning over $108,130 a year, and the top 25% making at least $133,370. This is also the only construction trade that made the industry overall top 20 highest paid occupations list.

First-line supervisors of construction trades are next on the trade list; their median wages are $78,900, with the top 25% highest paid supervisors earning more than $100,150.

In general, construction trades that require more years of formal education tend to offer higher annual wages. Median wages of construction and building inspectors are $66,340, and the top quartile is $89,550. This is also the trade with a relatively wide pay scale spread, with the top 25% making at least 74% more than the bottom quartile, potentially reflecting a wider variance in educational attainment, professional responsibilities and expertise of building inspectors.

Natalia Siniavskaia, NAHB AVP of housing policy research, provides a detailed chart of the top 20 occupations overall and within the trades in this Eye on Housing post

Volatile Spring Selling Season Continues

Posted May 23, 2025 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

The Census estimate of new home sales posted an unexpected gain in April even as builders and consumers continue to deal with economic uncertainty, elevated interest rates and rising building material costs.

Sales of newly built, single-family homes in April increased 10.9% to a 743,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate from a downwardly revised March number, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. The pace of new home sales in April was up 3.3% compared to a year earlier.

“The April new home sales figure appears to be an anomaly, as builder sentiment moved markedly lower in May,” said Buddy Hughes, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and developer from Lexington, N.C. “A more reliable look would be the year-to-date figures, which show new home sales are down 1.2% on elevated interest rates, ongoing policy uncertainty and rising construction costs.”

“Rising inventory in the resale market is likely to place pressure on both pricing and sales activity for home builders during the second half of the year,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “The April new home data reflects this as new home inventory is leveling off near a half million of residences marketed for sale, up just 1.6% from January.”

To further illustrate the challenges builders are facing during the spring home buying season, Dietz added that as of May, 61% of home builders are using various kinds of sales incentives, including mortgage rate buydowns, to facilitate sales due to lackluster demand.

A new home sale occurs when a sales contract is signed, or a deposit is accepted. The home can be in any stage of construction: not yet started, under construction or completed. In addition to adjusting for seasonal effects, the April reading of 743,000 units is the number of homes that would sell if this pace continued for the next 12 months. This estimate may be revised lower next month.

New single-family home inventory has leveled off in 2025, with 504,000 residences marketed for sale as of April. While this is 8.6% higher than a year ago, it is only 1.6% higher from January. At the current sales pace, the months’ supply for new home stands at 8.1 compared to 7.7 a year ago.

The median new home sale price in April was $407,200, compared to $415,300 a year ago.

Regionally, on a year-to-date basis, new home sales are down 32.5% in the Northeast, 14.8% in the Midwest and 2.4% in the West. Sales are up 5.7% in the South.

Single-Family Starts Down on Economic and Tariff Uncertainty

Posted May 16, 2025 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission.

Economic uncertainty stemming from tariff issues, elevated mortgage rates and rising building material costs pushed single-family housing starts lower in April.

Overall housing starts increased 1.6% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.36 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

The April reading of 1.36 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, singlefamily starts decreased 2.1% to a 927,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate and are down 12% compared to April 2024. The multifamily sector, which includes apartment buildings and condos, increased 10.7% to an annualized 434,000 pace.

“The decline in single-family housing starts in April mirrors builder sentiment, as elevated interest rates, uncertainty on the tariff front and rising construction costs are exacerbating housing affordability challenges,” said Buddy Hughes, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and developer from Lexington, N.C. “In turn, this is making it more difficult for builders to deliver entry-level housing at a price point that is accessible to home buyers.”

“Economic uncertainty, especially around interest rates and inflation, continues to impact both builder financing costs and buyers’ ability to qualify,” said Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington, NAHB’s assistant vice president for forecasting and analysis. “However, recent developments on the tariff front concerning the United Kingdom and China along with major tax legislation advancing in Congress should provide a boost to housing demand and positive momentum for the economy.”

On a regional and year-to-date basis, combined single-family and multifamily starts were 19.8% higher in the Northeast, 4.4% higher in the Midwest, 7.4% lower in the South and 3.4% higher in the West.

Overall permits decreased 4.7% to a 1.41-million-unit annualized rate in April. Single-family permits decreased 5.1% to a 922,000-unit rate and are down 6.2% compared to April 2024. Multifamily permits decreased 3.7% to a 490,000 pace.

Looking at regional permit data on a year-to-date basis, permits were 20.3% lower in the Northeast, 5.1% higher in the Midwest, 3.8% lower in the South and 3.5% lower in the West.

In April, the number of single-family homes under construction is at 630,000 homes while the count of apartments under construction is at 788,000 units.

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Builders FirstSource Celebrates Grand Opening in DeFuniak Springs

May 14, 2025, DeFuniak Springs, FL – Builders FirstSource (BFS) proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new truss plant in DeFuniak Springs with a building-community-focused event on May 8th, welcoming more than 100 local builders, contractors, and industry professionals for an evening filled with food, live music, networking, and hands-on experiences.

The event, presented by Contractors Connect, kicked off with an official ribbon cutting hosted by the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce and quickly turned into a vibrant celebration of growth and connection within the local construction industry. Guests enjoyed a coastal-style feast from Grayton Beach Catering, featuring a mouthwatering shrimp boil, BBQ, oysters, sweet treats, and more.

“We loved partnering with Builders FirstSource to bring this signature event to life and celebrate such an exciting addition to the local building community,” said Sarah White, owner of Beespoke Consulting, the firm that plans Contractors Connect. “It was great to see so many familiar faces and welcome new ones into the network. Events like this are what Contractors Connect is all about—building relationships and supporting growth across the industry. We’re already looking forward to our next signature event with BFS this September in Fort Walton Beach, where we’ll be introducing BFS’s innovative Gulf Armor product line to the Emerald Coast.”

Entertainment was provided by Sean Williams, a familiar face from Contractors Connect meetups, who kept the energy high with live music throughout the evening. Attendees also tested their skills in a golf simulator experience brought by Coastal Elite Sports, competing in challenges like Longest Drive and Closest to the Pin for a chance at great prizes. The event featured an impressive lineup of Builders FirstSource’s vendor partners including: Huber Engineered Wood, Great Southern, Simpson Strong-Tie, Frameport, Wholesale Wood Products, Everwood, Marvin Window, LP Products, Spida Machinery, Coastal Marine Products, Klumb Lumber, and Boise Cascade.

Attendees had the chance to connect directly with product experts and learn more about the latest innovations supporting the building industry. Builders who checked in received an exclusive 15% discount on their next truss package, and several high-value giveaways were awarded, including four custom Gulf Armor entry doors, tickets to Gulf Coast Jam and more. Guests also had the opportunity to explore a range of Builders FirstSource divisions and product lines, including Ready Frame, Millwork, Gulf Armor, Digital Tools, and Marine.

This grand opening wasn’t just about showcasing a new facility—it was about celebrating the people who build our communities,” said Brian Richardson, Area Vice President. “We’re proud to invest in the future of Northwest Florida and are grateful to everyone who joined us to mark this milestone.”

The facility features new, state-of-the-art roof and floor truss building equipment and employs a staff of 50 associates. The plant serves the Central Gulf Coast market. Utilizing the most advanced manufacturing technology available in both the production and delivery of trusses, BFS DeFuniak is able to have three production lines working simultaneously, producing 12-to-14 sets of trusses per day. Additional truss plants to the west are able to handle any needed excess capacity.

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Builders FirstSource Releases 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility Report

April 30, 2025—Builders FirstSource, Inc., the nation’s largest supplier of building products, prefabricated components, and valueadded services to the professional market for new residential construction and repair and remodeling, announced that it has published its 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility (“CSR”) report, highlighting how the Company aligns and advances sustainability within its business strategy to deliver value for its customers, team members, and stakeholders. Investors can view the 2025 CSR report on the CSR page of our Investor Relations website.

Highlights from the 2025 CSR report include:

Safety

• Delivered an industry-leading total recordable incident rate of 1.39, a year-over-year reduction of 10%, meeting our 10% annual goal

• >60% of the Company’s facilities were accident-free in 2024

Team Members & Communities

• ~20 average hours of training per team member

• Supported local communities by delivering more than $5 million in charitable giving in 2024

Operations

• ~89% of the Company’s wood is from Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) or Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified vendors

• >7.5 million trees saved since 2019 through sales of the Company’s more efficient manufactured products

“I’m proud of the significant progress we’ve made on our corporate social responsibility journey. In 2024, we continued to provide innovative products and solutions allowing our customers to operate more sustainably. Our safety-always mindset is a core value embedded in our culture and operations. Dedication to a people-first culture has been crucial to our success in attracting, training, and retaining the best talent in the industry, all while continuing to positively impact the communities in which we operate. We remain committed to transforming the homebuilding industry to build a lasting impact for the future,” commented Peter Jackson, CEO of Builders FirstSource.

About Builders FirstSource

Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Builders FirstSource is the largest U.S. supplier of building products, prefabricated components, and value-added services to the professional market segment for new residential construction and repair and remodeling. We provide customers an integrated homebuilding solution, offering manufacturing, supply, delivery, and installation of a full range of structural and related building products. We operate in 43 states with approximately 595 locations and have a market presence in 48 of the top 50 and 92 of the top 100 MSAs, providing geographic diversity and balanced end market exposure. We service customers from strategically located distribution and manufacturing facilities (some of which are co-located) that produce value-added products such as roof and floor trusses, wall panels, stairs, vinyl windows, custom millwork, and pre-hung doors. Builders FirstSource also distributes dimensional lumber and lumber sheet goods, millwork, windows, interior and exterior doors, and other specialty building products. www.bldr.com

UFP Industries Announces 2025 First Quarter Results

April 28, 2025—UFP Industries, Inc. announced first quarter 2025 results including net sales of $1.60 billion, net earnings attributable to controlling interests of $78.8 million, and earnings per diluted share of $1.30.

“While our first quarter proved more challenging than anticipated and visibility remains limited, we are more encouraged by recent business trends,” said Will Schwartz, UFP Industries CEO. “Business activity improved sequentially in each month during the quarter and that improvement has continued into April. Despite the uncertainty, our team continues to stay laser-focused on what we can control by directing our efforts to activities that improve profitability and streamline our costs. We remain on target to realize $60 million of structural cost savings by year-end 2026, and we continue to accelerate investments across our portfolio into higher-growth and higher-margin opportunities that meet our return on capital targets.”

“In tough economic climates, the combination of our scale, diversification, and unique company culture becomes an even more important strategic advantage. These factors have historically led us to outperform the market, and we see the current environment as no different. While the prospect of lumber tariffs only adds to the macro uncertainty, we have dealt with lumber tariffs for many years and are well equipped to manage through them. We believe our diverse and balanced customer base will help us navigate through any market challenges. Finally, our balance sheet and free cash flow generation enhance our competitive advantage and provide us the flexibility to invest organically and pursue strategic M&A and opportunistic share repurchases, all while maintaining our conservative capital structure.”

First Quarter 2025 Highlights (comparisons on a year-over-year basis except where noted):

Net sales of $1.60 billion decreased 2.7 percent due to a 0.7 percent decrease in selling prices and 2 percent decrease in organic unit sales.

New product sales of $106 million were 6.7 percent of total sales compared to 7.2 percent in the first quarter of 2024.

Net earnings attributable to controlling interests of $78.8 million represents a 35 percent decrease from last year. Net earnings attributable to controlling interests of $120.8 million last year included $7.3 million of additional tax benefits related to our deduction for share-based compensation.

Adjusted EBITDA1 was $142.2 million in the quarter or 8.9 percent of sales, compared to $180.8 million or 11.0 percent of sales for the same period a year ago.

UFP Construction

Net sales of $516 million were flat compared to the first quarter of 2024. Organic unit sales increased 3 percent, which was offset by a 3 percent decrease in selling prices. Organic unit sales increased 13 percent in Factory Built primarily due to an increase in industry production, and organic unit sales increased 4 percent in Commercial and 3 percent in Concrete Forming. Organic unit sales in Site Built decreased 5 percent due to softer demand. Gross profit for the Construction segment was $91 million or 17.6 percent of sales compared to $114 million or 22.1 percent of sales in the first quarter last year. The decrease in gross profit was primarily due to more competitive pricing in our Site Built business unit.

Read the complete press release online

84 Lumber Continues Expansion with New Locations in Colorado

April 29, 2025—84 Lumber is excited to announce two new locations in Colorado, allowing the company to expand its services to customers in the region.

The company has opened an 18,324-square-foot store north of Denver in Greeley, Colorado. The new store, which includes a lumberyard, is located at 14902 County Road 64, sits on 9.8 total acres and has seven acres of rail service. The new lumberyard in Greeley will pair with the Denver lumberyard in servicing the Denver metro, the southern Denver area, and northern Colorado. This location will stock core homebuilding materials – similar to the Denver lumberyard’s inventory and services.

In addition, 84 Lumber has opened a new component plant in Fort Collins, Colorado, located at 1800 East Harmony Road. This state-of-the-art, 59,400-square-foot plant will further expand 84 Lumber’s capacity to service customers in the market with customengineered trusses. 84 Lumber is also working on opening another component plant in Fort Lupton, as well as a store in Colorado Springs.

“We are excited to return to the area and are committed to expanding our presence in the western United States,” said 84 Lumber’s Divisional Vice President Jorge Espinoza, who oversees all stores in the western United States, including all Colorado facilities. “The four Colorado locations are designed to work in conjunction, allowing 84 Lumber to offer a comprehensive range of products and services, from basic building materials to specialized engineered wood products, custom doors, and now, precision-manufactured trusses.”

The new store and component plant join other locations that 84 Lumber has established in the last two years to serve the Denver market. An 84,000-square-foot door shop in Commerce City, that opened in November 2023, specializes in supplying doors to the market, enhancing 84 Lumber’s ability to meet custom and standard door needs for contractors and homebuilders across the region. The company also operates a 6.8-acre, full-service lumberyard offering a wide range of building materials, including core homebuilding products, such as lumber, concrete siding, and laminated veneer lumber (LVLs). This location also provides engineered wood products (EWP) design and cut service, producing floors with long-span possibilities. Elsewhere in the state, 84 Lumber has been operating a store in Grand Junction, Colorado, since 1979.

84 Lumber is the leading supplier of building materials, manufactured components, and industry leading services for single and multifamily residences and commercial buildings. The company operates more than 320 facilities in 34 states and is continuing to grow. To learn more, visit www.84lumber.com or follow 84 Lumber on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn for more information.

About 84 Lumber

Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Eighty Four, Pennsylvania, 84 Lumber Co. is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components, and industry-leading services for single and multifamily residences and commercial buildings. The company operates 320 facilities which include stores, component manufacturing plants, custom door shops, and engineered wood product centers in 34 states. 84 Lumber also offers turnkey installation services for a variety of products, including framing, insulation, siding, windows, roofing, decking, and drywall. 84lumber.com

Mead Family Cancer Center to Bring Advanced Cancer Care to Columbus Community Hospital

Columbus, Nebraska, May 1, 2025 – Thanks to a gift from the Mead family, former owners of Mead Lumber and longtime champions of the Columbus community, the Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce the official name of its new, state-of-the-art cancer care facility: the Mead Family Cancer Center. Set to break ground this spring and open in fall 2026, the center will unite comprehensive cancer services under one roof, combining advanced treatments, cutting-edge technology, and compassionate, personalized care.

“My family has been touched by cancer,” said Bob Mead, former owner of Mead Lumber. “I’m giving to this center because I believe everyone deserves access to compassionate care and cutting-edge treatments within their community.”

We are incredibly grateful to the Mead family for their generosity and commitment to enhancing cancer care in our area,” said Keith Luedders, vice president for ancillary services at CCH. “Their support helps make the vision of the Mead Cancer Center a reality, and we are excited to offer our community a comprehensive, convenient and patient-centered cancer care experience.”

The Mead Cancer Center will span 26,500 square feet and consolidate CCH’s oncology services, including infusion therapy, radiation oncology, medical oncology, PET/CT imaging and patient navigation — all in one location. This centralized approach aims to streamline care, making it more accessible and efficient for patients, while also enhancing coordination among the health care team.

“The Mead Family Cancer Center is an important addition to our community that is going to provide our patients with their needed services under one roof,” said Cori Fullner, director of the Columbus Community Foundation. “The Mead family has been a staple in Columbus for several generations, and the family members’ work ethic, philanthropy and selfless nature is to be commended. We hope that their donation will nudge others to consider donating to our foundation. We are very excited about this incredible addition to our hospital campus. It will definitely change lives.” The Mead Family Cancer Center will be a beacon of hope for patients in the region, providing them with advanced treatments and the support they need throughout their cancer journey.

About Mead Lumber

Mead Lumber is a 100% Employee Owned company that has become one of the leaders in the building materials industry, ranking in the top 11 nationally for companies serving Professional Builders. Mead Lumber now has 53 operating locations in Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wyoming, including six truss and wall panel manufacturing plants and a countertop manufacturing facility. Mead Lumber specializes in providing a complete line of materials to builders and homeowners including lumber, building materials, trusses & wall panels, millwork, kitchen cabinets and countertops, siding, decking, windows, doors and hardware. www.meadlumber.com

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SFPA Releases New Allowable Load Tables for Machine-Graded Lumber

The Southern Forest Products Association (SFPA) has released a new technical publication, Allowable Load Tables for Machine-Graded Lumber, providing six newly developed load tables for the two most commonly produced grades of machine-graded Southern Pine lumber: 2,400F – 2.0E and M-23.

Together, these grades account for more than 75% of all machine-graded Southern Pine lumber produced.

This new publication, designed as a supplement to SFPA’s widely used Southern Pine Headers & Beams guide, reflects the growing production and use of machine-graded Southern Pine lumber.

Developed through collaboration among SFPA member companies, the Southern Pine Inspection Bureau (SPIB), and discussions at the 2024 MSR Lumber Producers Council meeting, the new tables support the increasing demand for Southern Pine lumber in structural applications.

Production of machine-graded Southern Pine lumber has surged, more than doubling since 2015 to reach 806 million board feet in 2024, according to the MSR Lumber Producers Council’s 2024 Annual Production Survey.

“These new tables offer engineers, designers, and builders greater flexibility and confidence in specifying high-performance Southern Pine lumber,” said Eric Gee, executive director of SFPA. “As machine-graded lumber continues to gain popularity, it’s essential that the industry has access to reliable, up-to-date design resources.”

This is the first new technical publication SFPA has released in more than 10 years. Download the new tables and learn more at southernpine.com

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Statistics Canada: Investment in Building Construction, March 2025

May 26, 2025—Overall, investment in building construction decreased 0.9% (-$192.2 million) to $22.2 billion in March. The residential sector declined 1.8% to $15.3 billion while the non-residential sector was up 1.3% to $6.8 billion. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 5.4% in March. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction decreased 0.8% from the previous month to $13.2 billion in March and was up 2.4% year over year.

Multi-unit component drags down residential sector

Investment in residential building construction decreased by $277.7 million to $15.3 billion in March. The decrease was driven by multi-unit construction (-3.8%) and tempered by single-family home investment (+0.5%). Investment in multi-unit construction declined by $313.9 million to $8.0 billion in March. The monthly decline was largely attributed to Ontario (-$130.8 million) and Quebec (-$111.6 million). Meanwhile, New Brunswick (+$17.2 million) saw the largest increase, followed by three other provinces. Single family home investment edged up by $36.2 million to $7.3 billion in March. Growth in five provinces and one territory, led by Quebec (+$131.6 million) and Manitoba (+$38.2 million), was largely mitigated by decreases in Ontario (-$96.8 million) and Alberta (-$53.1 million).

British Columbia leads growth in non-residential investment

Investment in non-residential construction increased by $85.5 million to $6.8 billion in March, marking the eighth consecutive monthly increase. The growth was spread across the three non-residential subsectors in March, with gains in the institutional (+2.4%), commercial (+1.0%), and industrial (+0.3%) components. Investment in the institutional component grew by $47.4 million to $2.0 billion in March. Gains were recorded in seven provinces and two territories, led by Saskatchewan (+$18.5 million) and British Columbia (+$11.5 million). Commercial construction investment rose by $32.9 million to $3.3 billion in March. Gains were led by British Columbia (+$26.2 million) and Ontario (+$11.6 million). Quebec (-$11.1 million) tempered the growth in the commercial component. The industrial component edged up by $5.2 million to $1.5 billion in March. Declines were recorded in eight provinces and two territories, while growth was observed in Alberta (+$9.5 million) and Quebec (+$5.3 million) and in Yukon (+$0.2 million).

First quarter summary: Non-residential growth leads first quarter gains

Investment in building construction grew 3.3% to $66.6 billion in the first quarter of 2025. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 6.5% in the first quarter. Investment in the non-residential sector was up 2.8% to $20.3 billion in the first quarter. The quarterly growth was largely due to gains in Ontario (+$401.4 million), along with seven other provinces and two territories. The overall institutional component recorded the largest increase (+5.6%), followed by the industrial component (+3.7%) and the commercial component (+0.8%). Investment in the residential sector increased 3.5% to $46.3 billion in the first quarter, led by the multi-unit component (+6.5%), while single family home investment edged up 0.2%.

For more information on construction, please visit the Construction statistics portal. For more information on housing, please visit the Housing statistics portal

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Posted on Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Employer: R&N Components

Design and detail wall panel systems for multifamily, townhouse, and commercial projects using Eagle Software. Review architectural drawings, develop panel layouts and shop drawings, coordinate with sales and engineering, and optimize for production and material efficiency.

Truss Design & Eestimation Manager 25-0501-1

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Shape the Future of Truss Design at Associated Truss & Lumber!

We’re a fast-growing, familyowned truss manufacturer based in Sunnyvale, TX, seeking a seasoned MiTek Truss Design Manager to lead our in-house and external design teams. If you’re an expert in MiTek software with leadership experience and a drive for operational excellence, this is your chance to make a major impact at a company that values quality, people, and innovation.

Alpine Truss Designer 25-0423-1

Posted on Wed, April 23, 2025

Employer: Christensen Lumber Co

Will be responsible for designing components for single family custom projects. Commerical experience is helpful but no necessary. Experience with Alpine is a must. Flexible workplace. Strong attention to detail and problem solving abilities. Ability to communicat verbal/written with team members, customers, and

management as necessary. Work effectively and efficiently.

Truss Designer J15312

Posted on Wed, April 09, 2025

Employer: Client Confidential

Nestled in the serene landscapes of Central Florida, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, their location offers a picturesque setting with abundant lakes, perfect for boating, fishing, and outdoor enthusiasts. (Iused to live there and know it is truer) If you appreciate the balance between work and the great outdoors, you've found the right place.

Our client, located in Florida, is seeking two Truss Designers. Remote is acceptable if you live in Florida, Alabama, or Georgia as they are able to offer benefits if you live in one of these three states.

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Posted on Thursday, January 30, 2025

Employer: Client Confidential

We have a client in Texas who needs Remote Multifamily Truss Designer(s) familiar with the Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and DFW areas. In addition to Texas, they sell to multiple other states. They have multiple plants and are bringing on another plant this year. If you inquire about this job, know that we will represent you to the best of our ability. With over 30 years of experience, The JobLine is your source for career moves that offer advancement and better-than-average compensation.

Truss & Wall Panel Designer 20-1130-1

Employer: Woodhaven Lumber

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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.

We offer a competitive salary, paid holidays, paid time off, medical/ dental/life/disability insurance, 401k and profit sharing.

Truss Designer J15307

Employer: Client Confidential

Truss Designer - Single Family, Custom, and Multifamily. Experience required: 5 years industry experience, 3 years experience in this position, and will consider a move up if qualified. Primary duties include design, layout, optimization, cutting/ production documents, and takeoff. Work Schedule: Monday/Friday, limited Saturdays, average 40-45 hours a week, and work from home - full time if qualified. Your hours can be semi-flixible. Components include: floor trusses and roof trusses. Markets include Single Family, Custom, and Multifamily. Educational requirements: GED and High School graduate. Compensation Relocation is acceptable with limited assistance and open to negotiation. Remote if you are qualified.

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Our client, located in Florida, is seeking two Truss Designers.

Remote is acceptable if you live in Florida, Alabama, or Georgia as they are able to offer benefits if you live in one of these three states.

Truss Designer J15339

Posted on Friday, January 31, 2025

Employer: Client Confidential

We seek Truss Designers to join our client's team and support their New England office. In this role, you will design various truss products, focusing on floor and roof trusses for single-family custom projects. Experience with Simpson software is highly desirable, and panel experience, while not required, is a valuable asset.

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TheLastWord Knowing When to Hold ‘Em

Nearly 20 years after the Tibbetts family sold Cox Lumber to Home Depot, a crowd of onlookers gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of Tibbetts Lumber’s soon-to-be largest truss plant, which will be located in Zephyrhills, Florida. This event demonstrated the on-going confidence of Tibbetts’ ownership in gaining ground against a raft of Florida competitors. Their continuing success, and their comeback since the Cox sale, owes a great deal to the vision of their founder, Linton Tibbetts, who passed away in 2012 at the age of 88.

In the early 2000s, Mr. Tibbetts watched as the four top wholesale providers of building materials acquired most of his peers. To his great credit, in 2005, he was pursued by an arm of the largest retail supplier of building materials, Home Depot. At that time, he likely also shared the concern of those who sold their lumberyards, that the record 17-year homebuilding expansion was near its end. Indeed, when his sale to Home Depot closed in May 2006, Florida housing starts were already down by 25%, and three years later they were 90% below their peak. Yet, the skillful way Tibbetts exited the business gave his family many options.

At the May 13, 2025 groundbreaking, Tibbetts’ grandson and executive chairman, Kyle Hooker, recalled the aftermath of the sale of Cox. In 2008, he met with his grandfather and handed him a copy of a detailed plan to reenter the building supply business. Mr. Tibbetts remarked, “I don’t need to read anything…How much money do you need?” That characteristic reply launched Tibbetts Lumber Co. LLC in April 2009, ironically when the recession bottomed out. At that time, Kyle updated the company’s mission statement, which he reiterated at this ceremony, “to glorify God and honor the legacy of Linton and Polly Tibbetts while growing knowledgeable, dedicated employees while serving our customers with excellence and integrity.” But Tibbetts Lumber had its work cut out for it.

In the interim between the Cox sale and Tibbetts incorporation, their competition continued to intensify. ProBuild had purchased the former Cox locations from Home Depot and also Granger Lumber’s locations, giving them a total of 13 truss plants in Florida. It was clear that they, along with Builders FirstSource, Stock, and US LBM, were still determined to carve up the Florida market among themselves, even if they had to take losses. ProBuild also claimed that they would dominate their peers by cutting lumber costs with proprietary engineering, and by reducing labor with robotic manufacturing.

Yet Tibbetts Lumber navigated their way through the cut-throat competition and the depressed market conditions, harkening back to the way Mr. Tibbetts grew Cox Lumber from a single 1000 sq ft showroom to becoming the largest lumberyard in Florida. “I’ve seen recessions come and go and always found them the best time to expand,” said Tibbetts upon reentering the business. And Jeff Brandes, another one of Mr. Tibbetts’ grandsons remarked, “We’ve got the cash, the talent, and the real estate…never bet against my grandfather.”

Key to Tibbetts Lumber’s restart was the rapid rehiring of some 70 former Cox executives and associates. This reconstituted team used their incredibly detailed knowledge of the Florida marketplace to guide their rapid expansion to four locations across Florida in just two years. In 2014, in an ironic twist of fate, Tibbetts reacquired the newest of the former Cox plants in Ocala, while discarding the remnants of ProBuild’s failed attempt at robotic assembly there. By then, ProBuild and Stock Building Supply had shuttered most of their Florida locations, and the Florida market was in recovery.

Another factor in their early success was their constant improvement in truss manufacturing technology. Initially, in the interest of time, they took advantage of legacy equipment. However, after reestablishing their market position, they continually upgraded their plants to the latest technology and followed that course as they expanded in the Tampa and panhandle markets.

So last month, as these Tibbetts Lumber rebuilders took up shovels full of dirt, their founder was there, too, in spirit. He would be proud that his fine team navigated a path beyond the takeover trend he saw coming in 2006, and that they have succeeding in giving new life to the great organization he founded.

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