Truss Tech
Timber framework solutions you can truss-t Truss Tech is a locally owned and operated business in Cromwell, Central Otago, which manufactures timber wall frames and roof trusses to its clients’ specifications, and sends them to building sites all around the South Island. Truss Tech designs and manufactures its frames and trusses using the latest software and technology, including a design program provided by Pryda, which specialises in making the most effective and efficient use of timber in construction. The company uses a Pryda AutoWall which is an efficient single operator, automated nailing system. Truss Tech manager Matt Ludemann says the system is both consistent and efficient. The AutoWall uses synchronised servo drive control to move the top and bottom plates to their correct positions. The use of drive wheels and the constant contact clamping ensures the plates are positioned without the operator checking for position. It means there is no lost time waiting for the pushers to return to their next position before starting the next wall frame. It also means the maximum length of wall frame that can be produced is almost limitless. “It will do the same amount of work each day, no matter who is operating it,” Matt says. “It has also allowed us to give our clients a better idea of when their job will be finished.” Truss Tech has been owned by Paul Robertson and his wife Nicky for the past 16 years, supplying to a range of customers including housing companies, individual builders and architects. Paul is supported in the design office by Greg Meek and Liam Robertson, with Matt saying they are amongst the best truss and frame designers in New Zealand. “As such, our customer service is second to none,” he says. “Paul, Greg and Liam all have
huge knowledge of New Zealand’s building industry, and all the advice they can offer our clients is just part of Truss Tech’s service.” The Truss Tech team is now 10-strong in the factory, and six in the office, and the company is capable of putting out a couple of building’s worth of frames and trusses every day. Truss Tech provides a full range of services, from the initial quote right through to postproduction support. In addition to manufacturing pre-nailed wall frames and roof trusses, other services include obligation-free quotes, wall frame and roof truss designs, in accordance with client specifications, and produces statements to accompany building consent applications. Onsite meetings or site measures are held, as required, and the supply of wall frame and roof truss fixings, and loose timber, as requested. Truss Tech Ltd 20 Wolter Crescent Cromwell (03) 445 4030 info@trusstech.co.nz matt@trusstech.co.nz www.trusstech.co.nz
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