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New & Used Equipment Saws ....................................................................................................................................................5 Truss Equipment ................................................................................................................................29 Panel Equipment ................................................................................................................................51 Trucks & Trailers ................................................................................................................................61 Misc. Equipment ................................................................................................................................65 Door, Stair, Beam Equipment .............................................................................................................70 Lumber & EWP Market ...............................................................................................................................71 The JobLine Hiring Zone ............................................................................................................................86 Available Jobs .....................................................................................................................................87 Available Candidates ..........................................................................................................................88 Design Team Suite ..............................................................................................................................84 Calendar of Events ......................................................................................................................................94 News & Announcements ..............................................................................................................................99 Design of the Day .........................................................................................................................................106 Advertiser Forum: .............................................................................................................................................4 Joe Kannapell – MiTek: IBS / NAHB 2018 ......................................................................................................6 Sean Hubbard – Square 1 Design & Manufacture: Product Comparison #2 Floor Truss Chord Splicers & Floor Truss Finish Roller Presses ...............................12 Shawn Overholtzer – Simpson Strong-Tie: Protect Yourself by Understanding Design Responsibilities .............16 Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC: Three Key Obstacles to Overcome to Improve Your Operations .............30 Glenn Traylor: Is There Such Thing as Too Much Pressure? ......................................................................36 Ben Hershey – 4Ward Consulting: Disruptive Innovation with LBM/Component Companies ....................46 Robert Glowinski – AWC: Get Your Building Official to Vote on Code Changes .........................................73 Frank Woeste – All Things Wood: Safety Information for Post-Frame Truss Installation ..............................75 Matt Layman – LLG: What Could Go Wrong? vs. Nothing Could Go Wrong! ............................................81 Keith Parker: So You and Your Company are Ready to Accomplish New Goals and Take the First Steps to Improve ...........................................................................................82 Safety First Topics in English/Spanish ............................................................................................................83 Thomas McAnally – The JobLine: Do you set your employees up to fail or succeed? .................................93 Paul McEntee – Simpson Strong-Tie: What You Should Know About the New DGH Fire Wall Hanger Options ...............................................96 Joe Kannapell – MiTek: The Last Word – Will the Component Industry be Next? .....................................107 4Ward Consulting .......................................................................................................................46,62 Acceptance Leasing & Financing ................................................................................................................9,65 Acer, Inc ................................................................................................................................................22,68,72 Apex Machine Sales ...................................................................................................................................64,74 Clark Industries, Inc. .................................................................................................................................24,44 Eagle Metal Products ..................................................................................................................................18,42 Eide ......................................................................................................................................27,41,49,51,61 Fitzgerald Group .............................................................................................................................................19 MiTek | USP .......................................................................................................................2,6,104,105,107,108 Panels Plus ................................................................................................................................................53,58 Simpson Strong-Tie .......................................................................................................14,16,34,96,99,100,101 Square 1 .................................................................................................................................12,13,21,38,52,60 The Hain Company ..........................................................................................................................10,29,55,69 Todd Drummond Consulting, LLC .............................................................................................................30,33 Triad | Merrick Machine .....................................................................................................................54,66,106 Trussmatic ...................................................................................................................................................10,48 Vaagen Brothers Lumber .........................................................................................................................1,71,80 Wasserman & Associates .................................................................5,15,19,20,23,35,39,40,56,57,59,63,69,70 Wood Truss Systems ...........................................................8,9,11,15,17,25,26,28,29,35,37,43,45,50,55,59,70

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hen I wrote my first Advertiser Forum column, for the December 2015 issue, I concluded with the following statement, which is as true today as it was then: So we can’t promise that you’ll agree with everything you read here. We can’t promise that everyone will read everything that’s printed. But we can promise that we will do our best to provide an open forum for all of the news, updates, and advertisements that folks would like to share. Our open forum remains just that—a place for contributors to express their thoughts. Whether it is advice, analysis, insight, or simply opinion, it is included. With each issue, the reader has the option to decide whose articles to read, who to agree with, who to argue with, and who to contact for additional information. As we’ve found across these months, there will be times when people really don’t agree. Sometimes it’s a simple misunderstanding of what’s been said, and sometimes it gets complicated. But that should come as no surprise to any of us, because life is full of disagreements and misunderstandings. While that’s unfortunate, it’s also inevitable at some point. We don’t all hear the same message when we read the same words, so our responses will be different. And that’s okay too. My second Advertiser Forum column, in January 2016, included this sentiment which remains true too: Here at The Advertiser, I don’t expect to be perfect. I won’t have all of the answers, and everyone won’t agree with the things I say. But as long as I’m here, I’m committed to doing the best I can for our group. Tell me what you think, and I will listen. Tell me what you want, and I will try to make it happen. My invitation still stands—tell me what you think and I will listen, tell me what you want and I will try to make it happen. This isn’t just my open forum, it is ours. If something is on your mind, let me know. I don’t see my role as being a policeman to stop people from saying things. I want people to say what is on their minds. Everyone is allowed to have thoughts and opinions, and sometimes hearing a new perspective on an issue is truly enlightening. We can all learn from talking, thinking, sharing, reacting, and communicating. The risks will always be outweighed by the rewards.

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NEW SAWS NEW!

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Monet DeSauw FWA 500 Floor Web Cutter • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

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Push Button Powered Blade Angulations Single Push Button Setting for 2 Blades per Side Electronic Digital Readouts Backup Mechanical Indicators Cuts 4 Angle Webs, Cantilever Webs (2 piece webs) & Square Blocks Magazine Lumber Feed for 3x2, 4x2 and 6x2 Lumber 12 1/2” to 48 1/2” Length Capacity (7” Minimum on Square Blocks) 60 Pieces per Minute (4) Internal 16” Blades & (1) External 16” Cut-Off Blade Pneumatic Blade Brake on External Blade Dust Hoods Vibrating Waste Conveyor (under saw) Add $3,700 for 12’ Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) Add $1,700 for Extra Set of Blades Add $6,500 for Single Sided Setup 480 Volt / 3 Phase FOB MO

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$52,500

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

FOB MO $170,000

Buy Factory Direct From Wasserman & Associates at the same price as the Manufacturer, and get the added support and care you need to be up and running FAST!

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We’ll even help sell your used equipment too! Automated Apollo Saw FOB New Zealand

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Solid 48” x 72” Frame and Arm Construction

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Monet DeSauw DeSawyer 2000 Automated Saw Touch Screen User Interface with Backup Mechanical Controls 3 Operating Modes: Auto, Semi-Auto & Manual All 20 Axes of Movements are Computer & PLC Controlled Comprehensive Setup Screens Display Each Piece with Setup Data Anti-Collision & Optimizing Programming Auto Calibration Productivity & Time Tracking Maintenance Diagnostics Variable Speed Conveyor (0-50 Flights per Minute)with Powered Hold Downs (1) 30” x 80 Tooth Blade (27 3/4” Scarf on PAE) (4) 16” x 40 Tooth Blades (13 1/2” Scarf on Centerline) Pneumatic Blade Brakes on all 5 Blades 16 1/2” to 20’ Length Capacity (11” Minimum on Square End Blocks) Vibrating Waste Conveyor Under Saw 480 Volt / 3 Phase Includes 4 Day Onsite Installation & Training Add $2,300 for Extra Set of Blades Optional Live Deck, Label Printer, Ink Jet Printer, Catcher Display & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor. $262,000 FOB MO

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20’ of MDF Bench Top with Automated 20’ Length Stop & 10’ Gravity Conveyor Workstation, Control Cabinet Enclosure & 17” Touch Screen Integration

Minimizes Flex on the Saw Frame

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Serial Control System

Direct Drive 7.5 HP Motor with 18” Blade (230/460 Volt)

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Includes all Plug & Play Wiring

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Minimum Angle of 10 Degrees with 36” Stroke for Long Scarf Cuts

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MangoTech/Spida Truss Cutting Software

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Add $4,500 Two Day Onsite Installation & Training

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Automated 160 Degree Angular Movement

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Variable Stroke Limiter & Plexiglass Shield for Operator Safety

Add $750 for 12 Month Phone & Virtual Tech Support

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Add $275 for Spare Blade

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MDF Profiled Saw Bench Top Provides a Safe Working Platform

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Add $558 for Saw Laser Guide

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Add $890 for Dust Collector

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nowing that our future depends on builders is reason enough to attend their best exhibition, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders Show (IBS). Understanding the technology that they adopt, the changes impacting them, and the shape of their new products helps us serve them better. Because we are just one of the thousands of trades there, attending this show requires extensive preparation, and excellent stamina. But it is exciting to witness the magnificent displays (Kohler’s for example) at one of the largest exhibitions in the world, and learn a great deal along the way. Start with a “Building Knowledge Session” that may appeal to you. In recent years, these included a presentation on proper lifting and installation of trusses, and the increased scrutiny by OSHA inspectors. This year, “Cross Laminated Timber” attracted my interest, and was also featured on the exhibition floor. Though targeted at multi-family and high rise commercial projects, this product vastly expands the reach of wood framing, and three U.S. plants are under construction, one by International Beam in the South. Secondly, go see the Architectural Design and Estimating Software exhibits. These will wow you with realistic depictions of nearly every part of a home, accompanied by intricate Bills of Material (BOM). You’ll see “free” programs, such as SketchUp (which can quickly render 3D plant layouts), originally developed by Google; and industry standby’s such as Cadsoft and Chief Architect that offer photo-realistic walkthroughs. Like truss software, these products keep growing their user base and enriching their capabilities. Now several have “baked-in” building code rules for egress and required clearances. Close to the software booths are technical innovations that may benefit us in the near term, such as “employee time tracking via mobile phone”, a time clock for remote associates, or GPS enabled trackers for drivers. Affordable wearable devices are becoming available, which will soon enable more accurate tracking of plant labor, and ultimately improve job costing. Continued next page

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If you bring your spouse, or have an architectural inclination, you must see the featured Show Home. For the past several years, flat roofs have been their most distinctive structural feature. The 2015 Home, sponsored by 84 Lumber, showcased floor and flat roof trusses. And finally this year, a typical Florida hip roof was displayed. Prior to visiting the home site, view the several phases of construction via YouTube videos to admire how well trusses accommodate the extensive mechanical systems employed. While onsite, enjoy the million dollar accoutrements. The easiest path to the Show runs through your local home builders group. Your association typically has a block of hotel rooms and a reception where you can meet your potential or existing customers. For the next two years, you’ll have to avoid the distractions of Las Vegas, and focus on the show, which will be held February 19–21, 2019. Don’t forget your running shoes!

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

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New Monet DeSawyer 2000 Component Saw ! W NE $262,000 Base Condition: New 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. www.woodtrusssystems.com

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Wood Truss Systems

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NEW! Monet DeSauw DeWall Panel Saw Automated (Wall Panel Software Download) or Semi-Automated (Touch Screen Entry) Operation. Comprehensive Set-up Screens. All Movements are Computer & PLC Controlled. Servo Controlled Pusher for Accurate Lengths. Up Cut Saw with 22” Blade. Cut & Mark 2 Boards from 2x4 to 2x12 up to 20’ in Length. Ink Jet Printing (on the edge) - optional face printing is available. Lumber Optimization (using software generated pick list & sawyer defined “fill” boards). Outfeed Table. 480 Volt / 3 Phase - 40 Amp. Add $550 for Spare Blade. Add $23,000 for 20’ Live Deck with Double Stack Feature. $89,000 FOB MO PDF Download Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2006 MITEK SMARTSET PRO 5 BLADE COMPONENT SAW Semi-Automated Setup via Touch Screen Computer Input. The PLC sets the Length, Angles & Centerline Automatically. Rugged Proximity Switches provide Position Feedback. Onboard Diagnostics & Auto Calibration. Manual Adjustment for Lumber Stop, Infeeds & Hold Downs. (1) 32” Blade (29 1/2” Scarf). (2) 20” Blades (16” Scarf) (2) 16” Blades (10 1/2” Scarf). Pneumatic Blade Brakes on all 5 Blades. 18” to 20’ Length Capacity (13” minimum on square end blocks). Waste Conveyor (under saw) & Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) Extra Set of Blades & Extra Motor. 240 Volt / 3 Phase. $44,500 FOB MT. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Monet FWA 500 Floor Web Saw

New, Monet five-head, floor truss web saw, cuts 4-angle, 4x2 floor truss webs from 16 inches and 90-90 blocks from 12 inches to four foot long maximum length. Features 10-board magazine feed, powered, fixed-quadrant angulation, manual carriage standard, shaker-pan scrap conveyor with short incline conveyor and cut-off blade. Option for longer carriage length, single sided setup (shown in pictures, but not standard), dust hood and choice of shaker or belt scrap conveyor. 440 volt, 3 phase. $ASK for PRICE, FOB MO.

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

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2006 TCT 1150 Linear Saw 2006 TCT Series 1150 linear saw features 5 HP, 3 phase saw motor with 24" carbide tip blade, 3-axis motion control system utilizing magnet servo motors. Cuts webs from 2x4 or 2x6 material from 3" to 20 feet in length. Saw includes a PC with touch screen, Matthews inkjet printer (needs repair) designed to print on one, 1 1/2" edge of board, with infeed, outfeed and long incline conveyors. 240V, 3 phase electrical service. 65 PSI air required. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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Refurbished Systems Available! w/new 10’ rails & stops $3,790! Call Leonard for current specials!

theHAINCOMPANY | 6125 Enterprise Drive, Unit 9 | Diamond Springs, CA 95619 | 530.295.8068 | sales@thehaincompany.com

First Fully Automatic Production Line for the Wooden Roof Truss Industry

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NEW! 2000 TimberMill 4-16 Web Saw (4) 16” Blades cut 2x4 and 2x6 Roof Truss Webs up to 16’ in length. Cut 4x2 Floor Truss Webs down to 11” in length. Single Side Digital Readouts. Powered Carriage, Angulation & Pivot Axis Elevation. Powered Upper & Lower Material Conveyor. Chain Drag Waste & Incline Conveyor. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. Add $2,000 for 208 Volt to 480 Volt Electrical Transformer. $19,900 NOW $17,900 FOB IL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2005 Alpine ALS 276C Linear Saw Alpine ALS linear-feed saw, model 276C. Includes 24 foot OEM infeed conveyor and 20 foot OEM outfeed conveyor, Matthews 28 mm Inkjet printer (single 1 ½” face), and under-saw scrap conveyor. Cuts 2x4 through 2x12 boards to 20 feet long. All servo controlled functions, 7.5 hp motor with 20” carbide tipped blade. Includes manual and some spare belts, print head, conveyor motor and roller bearings. 230 volt, 3 phase, 70A electrical required. 90 PSI air required. $74,790 FOB FL Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Safety Speed Cut Model 7000 Panel Saw

Safety Speed Cut 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. $8,149 Base, FOB MN.

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Speed Cut Metra-Cut Birdsmouth Saw The center point is adjustable up to 6” into the material for cutting of notches (birdsmouth or seat cuts). Needs new scale pointer. Excludes Saw Blade and Infeed/ Outfeed Roller Conveyor. $2,500 FOB WI Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1998 Mitek Cyber Saw Fully Automated 5 Blade Component Saw 1-32”, 2-20” and 2-16” Blades cut 4x2 and 2x4 through 2x12 up to 20’ in length Touch Screen Computer Waste Conveyor (under saw) Excludes Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) $28,000 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates

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2003 Alpine AutoMill SC (servo-controlled), Model 348A, 5-blade component saw, model 348-A, fully computer controlled that can download from a network or use a touch screen for ease of operation. Five-head automated component saw with 23 axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics, automanagement reporting. From the OEM literature, "The SC cuts from 13” at 90/90 to 20’ long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12". Includes 3 x 18", 1 x 20" and 1 x 32" blades, air brakes, shaker pan scrap conveyor, and any available spare blades and parts. This saw has been well maintained and was fully operational when removed from service on 9/21/17, Installation and tech support available from OEM. 208v/60Hz/3Ph power. $27,890 Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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2006 Hundegger SC-1 Linear Saw Complete Roof Truss cutting functions including standard 24’ infeed/ outfeed, angle and bevel drive unit, with autoloading conveyor system, autodischarge, small p a r t s c o n v e y o r, and features rear stacked 16 nozzle Ink-Jet marking (prints up to two boards stacked), vertical end-mill router, A/C system for control cabinet, 28 foot scrap conveyor, 6-arm storage deck, stacked bevel cutter, and finger mill HSS, Windows XP operating system. Includes 15HP piston type compressor with dryer and 120 gallon tank. Optional tooling equipment, maintenance program, tech support and installation are available from Hundegger USA. $89,000, FOB: CA.

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WWW.SQUARE1DESIGN.COM SQUARE 1 DESIGN & MANUFACTURE INC.

PRODUCT COMPARISON #2 FLOOR TRUSS CHORD SPLICERS & FLOOR TRUSS FINISH ROLLER PRESSES

Sean Hubbard

When I decided to conduct this 12-month series of product comparisons last fall, I knew it would be a year-long commitment of my time and effort. Then and now, however, I also was convinced that it would provide useful information in a format that allows for direct comparisons on specific features. The guidelines I am continuing to use for this series are: •

Each product will be limited to only the information available to customers via the internet

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A comparison of standard features

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A comparison of optional features

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Manufacturers must be actively selling in the building components industry

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No price comparisons will be provided.

I have researched the following companies’ websites and used the information posted there to compile this series:

Square 1 Design & Manufacture Inc

Enventek LLC

Stiles Machinery Inc

Acer Inc

Fitzgerald Group

Terminailer

Alpine, An ITW Company

The Hain Company

Triad Machines

Clark Industries Inc

MiTek Industries

Trussmatic

Eagle Metal Products

NWH Roof & Floor Truss Systems

Vekta Automation

Eide Integrated Systems

Panels Plus

Wescana Industries

Eide Machinery

Spida Machinery

Wasserman & Associates Inc.

Because there have been some misunderstandings involving our January report on Floor Truss Roller Presses, we’re now including a short review period before publishing the results of my investigations. Please contact me or The Advertiser if you have any questions or additional input for this or other months. I hope you will find this series to be as interesting and informative as I have. Next Month: Floor Truss Stackers PHONE: 800-289-5627

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Product Comparison #2 Conducted by: Square 1 Design & Manufacture

Floor Truss Chord Splicer Key Features Size

MiTek Industries, Inc.

Fitzgerald Group

Square 1 Design & Manufacture, Inc.

54”L x 38”W x 32”D

52”L x 38”W x 40”H

52”L x 45”W x 44” H

Rotary Drum

Holds boards together and presses plates

Closes gap between boards

Tubular Frame

Solid Steel Plate Construction

5 Seconds

=<4 seconds

4 seconds

Pressing Capacity

50 tons

more than adequate for 16ga in DF

Minimum Lumber

2” x 3”

Maximum Lumber

2” x 6”

18 ga high Strength

19” long

Dual Push Button

Dual Hand Control

Standard Reversible Flow Adj Height Optional Infeed/Outfeed Rollers

Casters, Solid Lubrication, L-R Operation

Type of Press Action Horsepower Construction Cycle Time

Plate Capacity Number of Passes HMI

Options

Wescana Industries, Inc. Coming Soon

Floor Truss Finish Roller Press Key Features Roll Diameter

Clark

Industries, Inc.

NWH Roof & Floor Square 1 Design Truss Systems & Manufacture, Inc.

20” dia. x 1” wall

24”

12.625”

4’

4’,7’

4’,6’,8’

4” turned to 3-7/16” on ends

4 1/16” turned to 3 7/16”

2 1/2”

110.5 FPM

100 to 200 FPM

119 FPM

7.5 Standard 10 Upgrade

Frame Construction

SQ Tube & I-Beam

Structural Frame

Solid Steel Plate Construction

Gap Between Rollers

Adj. 1-1/2” thru 3-1/2”

3 1/2”

3 1/2” or 1 1/2”

Safety Bars w/ Brake

Safety Bars

Photo Electric Sensor

Length Shaft Size Speed Horsepower

Safety Options

L/R Control Location L/R Wiring Input

10 HP, Roll Length, Roll Height, Solid Lubrication

See page 12 for additional information about this project conducted by Square 1 Design & Manufacture.

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2008 Alpine ALS 286A Linear Saw Linear feed saw model 286A cuts truss parts from lumber up to 12" nominal depths. Cuts bevels, scarf cuts, and optimizes material. Servo controlled functions, 7.5 HP motor with 20 inch carbide tipped blade. Includes 15 ft. infeed conveyor and 15' outfeed conveyor. Pictured scrap incline is not included. 230V, 3 phase, 60 HZ electric. $118,990 $98,900 FOB: IN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1995 MiTek Easy Set 1000 Component Saw 1995 MiTek Easy Set 1000, 4-blade component saw, model 7027000/1000 with swing-arm central control system, digital/ analog display, power hold-down, power length carriage, waste conveyor, incline, extra set of blades, cuts 2x4 to 2x10 lumber depths from 10 inches long @ 90/90, 4-angle floor webs from 17 inches, up to 14 feet in length. 220v, 3ph power. $7,890 FOB IN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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2005 Alpine AutoMill SC Component Saw In service! Five-head automated component saw works in both automated (downloading files) and semi-automated control via touchscreen input. Fully computer controlled sets up in 2 to 19 seconds. Download from a network or use a touch screen for ease of operation. 23 Axes of automated movement. Enhanced diagnostics. Auto management reporting. The SC cuts from 13" to 20' long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12, and includes 3x18", 1x22" and 1x32" blades with air brakes. Extra Set of Carbide Tipped Saw Blades Included. Full Length Scrap System with Left Hand Discharge. Machine is wired for 480 Volt X 3 Phase operation. -(5) Cutting Heads -(5) Blades: 3-18 in., 1-20 in., 1-32 in. -Integrated industrial computer & touch screen -100% Servo controlled -Typical set-up times are 8-19 seconds -Fully automated one button calibration -Auto sequencing automatically senses the end of a run and sets the saw up to cut the next piece -All Cutting Heads have air disc brakes. Options Available (call for pricing): -New - Extra Set Carbide Tipped Saw Blades. -Installation & Operator Training. -Service & update prior to reinstallation. Priced at $25,750.00 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 800-344-3433 www.eidemachinery.com

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2003 Hundegger SC-1 Linear Saw Complete Roof Truss cutting functions. Includes 20' in-feed, cut material exits to adjustable 16' to 20' out-feed which is delivered to extended OEM Skate-wheel accumulation conveyor. Saw features an angle and bevel drive unit, with auto-loading conveyor system, auto-discharge, and small parts conveyor, cuts up to 4-board stacks. This SC-1 also features optional A/C system for control cabinet, dual hydraulic radiators, under-saw scrap conveyor feeding to long-inclive scrap conveyor (pictured). All available SC-1 software upgrades are in place, this is a one owner saw that remains in daily production and that has always been well maintained by the owner including quarterly OEM factory-service since installation. Includes air compressor with reserve tank, and available SC-1 spare parts. (dust collection not included). Optional equipment, maintenance program, tech support and installation are available from Hundegger USA. Currently wired for 480v, 3Ph, 120 psi air. $77,990 NOW 69,990 FOB MD.

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2003 Alpine AutoMill SC Component Saw Servo-controlled, 5-blade component saw, model 348 A, fully computer controlled, sets up in 2 to 19 seconds - download from a network or use a touch screen for ease of operation. Five-head automated component saw with 23 axes of automated movement, enhanced diagnostics, automanagement reporting. From the OEM literature, "The SC cuts from 13” at 90/90 to 20’ long material in size range from 2x3 through 2x12". Includes 3 x 18", 1 x 20" and 1 x 32" blades, air brakes, shaker pan scrap conveyor, scrap incline, manual and available spare blades and parts. Installation and tech support available from OEM. 208v/60Hz/3Ph power. $48,990 NOW $24,790, FOB: FL Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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Monet DeSauw DeSawyer 2000 Automated Saw

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Touch Screen User Interface with Backup Mechanical Controls. 3 Operating Modes: Auto, Semi-Auto & Manual. All 20 Axes of Movements are Computer & PLC Controlled. Comprehensive Setup Screens Display Each Piece with Setup Data.

Anti-Collision & Optimizing Programming. Auto Calibration Productivity & Time Tracking. Maintenance Diagnostics. Variable Speed Conveyor (0-50 Flights per Minute)with Powered Hold Downs. (1) 30” x 80 Tooth Blade (27 3/4” Scarf on PAE) . (4) 16” x 40 Tooth Blades (13 1/2” Scarf on Centerline). Pneumatic Blade Brakes on all 5 Blades. 16 1/2” to 20’ Length Capacity (11” Minimum on Square End Blocks). Vibrating Waste Conveyor Under Saw. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. Includes 4 Day Onsite Installation & Training. Add $2,300 for Extra Set of Blades. Optional Live Deck, Label Printer, Ink Jet Printer, Catcher Display & Incline Belt Waste Conveyor.

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Protect Yourself by Understanding Design Responsibilities Shawn Overholtzer Integrated Component Systems Business Manager at Simpson Strong-Tie ANSI/TPI 1 is the National Design Standard that establishes the minimum requirements for the design and construction of metalplate-connected wood trusses. Chapter 2 defines the design responsibilities. As a truss technician or a component manufacturer, you are not responsible for specifying the materials or how products should be permanently incorporated into the structure. But what happens when the registered design professional (RDP) disregards the scope of work and requires you to assume responsibility for something that falls outside of the agreement and guidelines set by the building code? There are a series of responsibilities required of key parties (owner, building designer, Registered Design Professional, etc.) for truss applications in the construction of a building. However, certain situations occur that can force component manufacturers outside their usual scope of work. So how do you position yourself to combat these situations but at the same time maintain good business relationships with contractors, framers, and registered design professionals? 1. Start by educating yourself and all pertinent employees on ANSI/TPI 1, Chapter 2. When RDPs reference building codes for their projects, they automatically reference ANSI/TPI 1, since it has been written in the language of the IBC/ IRC code. This helps ensure there is language in the code that clearly defines specific responsibilities. 2. Educate building officials and RDPs about their respective responsibilities by holding classes and workshops on ANSI/ TPI 1, Chapter 2. 3. Talk to all parties to the contracts you enter into to make sure they all understand the code and the extent of your responsibilities as a component manufacturer. 4. Use industry publications like the TTB document and others from the SBCA. 5. Write language into your contracts that protect you from potentially litigious situations and have them signed by your customer. 6. Review construction documents and note situations where the RDP is making demands or requests outside the component manufacturer’s responsibilities, and bring them to the attention of your customer. Note these exclusions in your contract. 7. When situations arise where you have to sign customers’ contracts, be sure to review, note, and line out any areas of the contract which may require you to exceed your scope of responsibilities, and obtain a final copy signed by both parties. 8. Work with your local chapter of the SBCA to unify your position with all the component manufacturers in your regions. 9. Speak with your insurance provider and your legal counsel to understand your liability and exposure. As always, be proactive and do what you can to anticipate and prevent unfavorable situations before they arise so you don’t need to respond to them before you’ve had time to review all the possible liabilities. ANSI/TPI 1 can be purchased from their website. A free viewable pdf version may also be downloaded. To sign up to receive more Simpson Strong-Tie content in your inbox, go to strongtie.com/subscribe. PHONE: 800-289-5627

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2004 Speed-Cut Express Reconditioned with warranty 2004 SpeedCut Express provides automated length and angle setting for the saw. 16" X 42" Centerpoint Saw with 10' Infeed Conveyor and 20' Automated Measuring System. Includes; Touch Screen Computer & Cabinet. Machine Wired for 480 Volt X 3 Phase X 60 Cycle Operation. System Features: -Fully Reconditioned Machine with Warranty. -Increases production by automating both piece length and cutting angles. -Computer controlled setup means quick, accurate pieces cut to exact design specifications. -Easy to use touch screen with graphical interface simplifies training and improves efficiency. -Saw history tracking for monitoring saw performance. -LaserGuide feature; increase production and safety while decreasing physical labor Options Available (call for pricing): -Installation & Operator Training. Priced at $29,750 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 800-344-3433 www.eidemachinery.com

2005 Razer v4 Linear Saw Six-Axis CNC Linear saw – Currently in operation and consistently upgraded this saw features a 6000 RPM hydraulic saw motor, full axis of motion to complete straight, single/compound bevel and rip cuts with a 13 3/4” blade. Handles material up to 20’ long, 14” wide and 4” depth. OEM supplied in-feed deck and outfeed conveyor with kick-off table are included. Right to Left hand feed configuration. Includes spare blade, encoder, (2) encoder wheels, sensor cables, and all available spare parts. Includes Windows XP Service Pack two software and transformer for 230 or 600v to system specific 415v, 3Ph, Minimum 100 psi air required. (Ink jet printer shown in pictures is not included.) $29,490 FOB MB Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

2006 Alpine Model 276 Linear Saw Cuts all standard truss parts. Cuts bevels: any plumb angle, bevels from 90 to 25 degrees. Long scarf cuts (60"). 6 Axes of automation powered by servo motors. 7.5 HP motor with 20" blade (1 extra blade). 230 Volt / 3 Phase. Touch screen computer Ink jet printer (needs rebuilt). Infeed & outfeed conveyor. Waste conveyor (under outfeed conveyor). Extra parts: 2 drive infeed belts, 1 encoder, 2 proxy sensors, 2 hold down cylinders, 1 infeed hold down cylinder FOB AZ $69,900 NOW $63,500 EQUIPMENT FINANCING available from SLS Financial Services Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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2007 Alpine ALS 276P Linear Saw Price: $79,990 $74,990 Condition: Good Location: PA

Depauw Combi-Cut Saw Used/As-is - Working condition as taken from service - with updated electronics and included full length shaker/scrap conveyor. -2x4 lumber flat or upright. -(5) 14” diameter saw blades. All blades carbide tipped. -Fixed speed, feed rate 34 parts/minute. -Machine wired for 480v. -Aluminum engraved scales for length; digital readout for angle. -Saw angle adjustment - remote pushbutton control, motor-driven saw tilt positioning for each quadrant. -999-0 piece predetermining counter. Counts down to 0 and sound signal. -Wiring – Overhead suspension. -Emergency shutoff – Operator palm button, bump bar and lumber jam switches. -Completely enclosed saws. -Shaker style (vibrating) waste conveyor/belt scrap conveyor. Options Available (call for pricing): -Service & Update as required. -Fully Reconditioned with 30 day warranty. Priced at $19,900.00 Use Photo: EMSI 04-1395_Combi-2.jpg Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 800-344-3433 www.eidemachinery.com

2007 Alpine ALS linear-feed saw, model #276P. Cuts wall and truss parts from lumber depths 2x4 through 2x12, cuts bevels from 90 to 25 degrees, 60”+ scarf cuts, optimizes material, production rates +2000 pieces per 8 hr. shift per OEM specifications. Includes OEM live-deck in-feed conveyor and roller-bed OEM outfeed conveyor forming a "U" configuration, Inkjet printer (one 3 ½” face), and undersaw scrap conveyor. All servo controlled functions, 7.5 hp motor with 20” carbide tipped blade. Includes spare blade and operator's manual. 230v, 3 phase electrical required. 125 PSI air required. OEM installation available at an additional charge.

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FLEXIBLE EFFICIENT ACCURATE Truebuild® Layout is an entirely new truss design platform by Eagle Metal, developed in the powerful & proven parametric modeling environment. Design modifications are automatically populated throughout the model for precision accuracy. To maximize designer efficiency, multiple input methods can be used, including conventional UDLR, Reference Dimensions and tracing via DXF, DWG or PDF files.

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NEW! 2005 Hundegger SC-1 Linear Saw plus 2nd Parts Saw Servo Driven Single Blade Linear Saw. Automated Cutting with Software Design Download to Operator Console. 24’ Loading Conveyor System. Automated Clamping & Positioning System. Angle & Bevel Drive for Roof Truss, Floor Truss & Wall Panel Cutting. Outfeed Table with Ink Jet Printer. Waste Conveyors (Small & Large Piece). New Computers in 2016 (Windows 7 Professional). Removed From Service in March 2017. Includes 2nd Hundegger Parts Saw (many parts have transferred to working saw). New Spare Parts Inventory $79,000 FOB AZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Depauw Combi-Cut Saw Used/As-is - Working condition as taken from service - with updated electronics and included full length shaker/scrap conveyor. -2x4 lumber flat or upright. -(5) 14” diameter saw blades. All blades carbide tipped. -Fixed speed, feed rate 34 parts/minute. -Machine wired for 480v. -Aluminum engraved scales for length; digital readout for angle. -Saw angle adjustment - remote pushbutton control, motor-driven saw tilt positioning for each quadrant. -999-0 piece predetermining counter. Counts down to 0 and sound signal. -Wiring – Overhead suspension. -Emergency shutoff – Operator palm button, bump bar and lumber jam switches. -Completely enclosed saws. -Shaker style (vibrating) waste conveyor/ belt scrap conveyor. Options Available (call for pricing): -Service & Update as required. -Fully Reconditioned with 30 day warranty. Priced at $19,900.00 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 800-344-3433 www.eidemachinery.com

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Saw Trax Panel Saw Saw Trax brand panel saw, with Bostitch model 1678 worm-drive circular saw, 15 Amps, 7 1/4" diameter blade, 5 foot x 9 foot frame limits. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical. $1,390 FOB IN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

TimberMill 6-20 Component Saw (SD) •Six Blades cut 4x2 & 2x4 through 2x12 Lumber from 12” up to 20’-0” •Powered Angulation & Carriage •Chain Drag Waste & Incline Conveyor •Extra Set of Blades •Many New Parts in the Last 2 Years •Removed from Service in July 2017 $15,500 FOB SD Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

2002 Vista Angle Boss Saw 2002 Vista Angle Boss under-table cutoff saw, model M-20 miter cuts up to 75 degrees from 0 (90 degree cut). Cuts 2x4, 2x6 and 4x4 lumber. Includes 20" blade, 10 HP motor, 2-hand cycle control, magnetic starter, saw access door safety switch, adjustable guard height, analog scales, air filter/regulator/lubricator and air supply shut-off. 480V, 3ph electrical. 80 PSI air required. Price: $7,990 Condition: As-is, Where-is. FOB NC Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

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2002 A-NU-PROSPECT 48'-70' Expandable Roll-Off Trailer

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There s a reason the Ranger RS is the market leader in automated lumber retrieval systems. Our advanced board pickup technology, sophisticated laser scanning system, and automatic crown orientation ensure your linear saw spends more time cutting. Optional features and customized system layout adapt to the needs of your operation. Reduce downtime and labor costs with the innovative Ranger RS Lumber Retrieval System from Acer.

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1983 HydroAir Combi-Cut Floor Web Saw Four head saw with cut-off 5th blade, 14 inch diameter blades and powered angulation. Includes magazine feed for up to six 2x4's on flat, scrap conveyor, incline conveyor, extra set of blades and operation/maintenance manual. Recently had $3,000 in parts installed. 220/440 volt, 3 phase electrical required. $27,490 FOB TX. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

ASI 5-Blade Component Saw ASI B500, five-blade saw includes digital readouts, shaker pan and waste incline. Cuts angles from 8 to 115 degree angles. Minimum 90/90 cut is 14 inches and shortest angle cut is 18 inches. Cuts 2x4 through 2x10 lumber up to 20 feet in length. Both the length and angle adjustments are power driven. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. $14,990 FOB IN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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New Square 1 Rolsplicer New Square 1 Rolsplicer, splices 2"x3", 2"x4" and 2"x6" lumber with a 3 to 4 second cycle time. Presses the lumber together prior to imbedding plates. Embeds plate lengths up to 19 inches. Features two, recessed, simultaneous-activation buttons, guarded motor and sprockets, external lubrication points, 3 HP motor and a footprint of 59" long x 42" wide. Optional 20' infeed and 10' outfeed conveyor available. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. Other voltages available. $17,409 FOB IN Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

Idaco International IV Web & Component Saw Four Blades (2-16”, 1-20” & 1-28”) with 5 HP Motors. Powered Angulation & Carriage. Maximum Length at 90/90: 20’-0”. Minimum Length at 90/90: 1’-1”. Waste & Incline Conveyor. Many Extra Blades. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. $5,500 NOW $4,500 FOB IA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Used Hain Quick Rafter Cutter Board Sizes: 2x4 and 2x6. Motors: Two 2 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 with Powder Coat Finish. Saw Housing: 1/2” Billet Aluminum. Covers: 10 Gauge (1/8” thick) Steel with Powder Coat Finish. Fully Enclosed for Safety. $5,000 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2006 Koskovich Omni Miser linear saw Roof truss AND wall frame square and angle cuts with print system B (both faces), Servo controlled angulation axis of movement, extended incline deck,(1) bulk feeder for up to 16 foot long lumber, (9) magazines for up to 16 foot long lumber: (1- 2x3, 52x4, 2- 2x6, 1- 2x8). Includes automated lumber advance (LASM), crooked lumber sensor (CLS), auto exit roller, vibrating trash pan, 5 HP, 3450 RPM arbor motor, computer monitor, console, spare blade and all available spare parts. 230 volt, 3 phase saw electrical. 110 volt, 1 phase computer electrical. $85,900 NOW $69,890 FOB KS Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2006 Omni Miser Saw Automated Wood Processing System. Model RT (Roof Truss Components). Cuts 2x3, 2x4, 2x6, 2x8, 2x10 & 2x12 up to 16’ in length. HP Motor with 16” Blade. Incline Live Deck. 7 Magazine Feeders (3-2x4, 2-2x6, 2-2x8). Bulk Feeder. Ink Jet Printer (One Face). Grizzly 2 Bag Dust Collector.

$89,000 NOW 64,500 FOB NE

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2006 Weinmann WBZ-100 Automated Linear Saw

•Cut & Mark Truss and Wall Panel Parts •Upgraded in 2010 to include Routing (similar to the WBZ-120 model) •Servo Driven for Precise Cutting •22” Blade with 7 7/8” x 16 1/2” x 19’-8” Capacity •Infeed and Outfeed Roller Tables •Ink Jet Printer for Part Identification •Marking Pen for Wall Panel Layout •460 Volt / 3 Phase

$89,000 FOB Oregon

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2007 Monet DeSauw DeSawyer 2000 Automated Component Saw Assembles Trimmers, Jacks, L’s, Channels & Headers. 2x4 and 2x6 Capacity (double pass on headers to 2x10). Remote Fire & 3-Way Clamping. Staggered Nail Pattern. Squaring Stop. Foot Pedal Control. Reserve Air Tank. 5’ Infeed & Outfeed Roller Conveyor. $169,900 NOW $139,500 FOB AB Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

TimberMill 4-14 Web Saw (AZ) (4) 16” Blades cut 2x4 and 2x6 Roof Truss Webs up to 14’ in length. Cut 4x2 Floor Truss Webs down to 11” in length. Powered Carriage, Angulation & Pivot Axis Elevation. Powered Set-Up Using Scales & Dials (digital readouts are not operational). Powered Upper & Lower Material Conveyor. Chain Drag Waste & Incline Conveyor. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. Checked, Repaired and Calibrated in July 2017. $16,500 FOB AZ PDF: TimberMill 4-14 literature.pdf Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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1997 ALPINE AUTOMILL AUTOMATED COMPONENT SAW Automated via Download or SemiAutomated via Touch Screen Input. Five Blades cut 2x3 thru 2x12 up to 20’. Waste Conveyor (under saw). Extra Set of Blades Spare Parts (reference pdf file below). Available in April 2018. Excludes: Live Deck (in front of saw) & Incline Waste Conveyor (adjacent to saw) $18,900 FOB NH. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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NEW! New Monet DeRobo Linear Saw New, DeRobo linear saw by Monet organizes "fill" boards to increase optimization of each board, can produce unlimited scarf cuts, cuts 1 or 2 boards at a time and cuts webs, chords, wedges, rafters and open-stair stringers. Works with all major connector plate manufacturer's software. Features include 22 inch blade, left-to-right feed direction standard, lumber push and pull grippers for more accuracy, ink marking on the 1 1/2" face of the incoming boards and small piece capture and delivery to the front of the saw for easy access. Infeed deck and bunk feed are shown as options only. Works with the optional WoodRunner TM lumber retrieval system. 440 volt, 3phase. $169,000 Base Price, FOB MO.

1994 MiTek Combi-Cut 4-Blade Saw 1994 MiTek Combi-Cut component saw, model 2000 Combi Cut, serial # CO15, four-head saw with powered angulation, Cuts from 1 foot at 90/90 to 20 foot lengths, angles from 10 to 105 degrees, digital angle readouts, power angulation, power length. Cuts 4x2, four-angle floor webs from 19". Includes under-saw waste conveyor (no incline), two extra 16" blades, manual and all available parts. Saw in use until end of January, 2016. 480 volt, 3 phase. $15,990 NOW $13,890 NOW $8,990 FOB MI Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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New Spida Automated Apollo Saw 2005 Omni Miser Saw Automated Wood Processing System. Model RT (Roof Truss Components). 5 HP Motor with 16” Blade. Incline Live Deck 2 Magazine Feeders. Bulk Feeder. Ink Jet Printer (One Face). Spare Parts & Manuals. $35,000 NOW $33,500 FOB ON Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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

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

$48,680 - FOB NZE/IN

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MORE THAN JUST A PRETTY FACE.

THE HUNDEGGER TURBO DRIVE SAW IS A FAST, ACCURATE AND VERSATILE, FULLY AUTOMATED LINEAR SAW SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CUT STRUCTURAL COMPONENT PARTS.

Hundegger continues to stretch the cutting capabilities of our industry by providing a single saw with options that can perform basic drilling, milling and printing operations in addition to 4 -axis cutting.

Hardly another “pretty face”, the TURBO Drive is a solid evolution of the popular SC Series saws. This workhorse, like all of Hundegger’s production saws, benefits from their experience learned from a wide variety of wood cutting and milling applications from over 4,700 saws to date. Specific to our wood component industry, the TURBO Drive has been thoroughly developed for world-wide customers prior to its introduction to the US. Regardless of your cutting application, be it I-Joist, dimensional 2x lumber, or any variety of EWP, we have the experience and equipment to efficiently bring your job to market.

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Safe, accurate cutting of any component with the ProCut™ UC Linear Saw Series The ProCut™ UC-Series Linear Saw cuts Roof, Floor Truss and Wall Panel Components accurately, safely, and easily – up to 4-boards high! ProCut™ features 6-position clamping, 16´ 6˝ powered Infeed conveyor, 20´ Exit conveyor, and Servo controlled measuring system for accurate lengths. Multi-pass cutting for longer scarf cuts. Dual pushbutton controls and clear poly-guard for safety. And an enclosed saw chamber with (4) 4˝ dust collection outlets assures effective dust collection and a cleaner workspace. The Procut’s easy to use software is compatible with all leading truss design software; data input via Network, or USB and Touchscreen at the saw.

Dual pushbutton controls and clear poly-guard for safety.

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LASER ACCURACY. INCREDIBLE VALUE. NO SERVICE AGREEMENTS.

SL Laser never makes customers sign a costly service agreement. All service and installation is taken care of from SL’s North American headquarters in Charlotte, NC. No-excuse customer service from SL earns praise from their customers without signing an annual agreement. Isn’t that the way it should be? GREEN LASERS ARE SIGNIFICANTLY EASIER TO SEE THAN RED LASERS. SL LASER’S ADVANCED COOLING OF THE DIODE INCREASES THE LIFESPAN OF THE HEADS.

Today’s laser technology saves time and improves quality in producing roof truss, wall panel, and floor panel elements. SL Laser combines technical ingenuity and years of wood component industry experience to deliver a package that provides easily measurable savings. Setup times are dramatically reduced, production processes are simplified and quality improved. Easy to control and virtually maintenance-free devices ensure the safe flow of your production and have a fast return on investment. SL Lasers work seamlessly with any structural component design software.

SL LASER HEADS ARE SIMPLE TO MOUNT AND CAN WORK WITH NEARLY ANY CEILING HEIGHT OR CONFIGURATION.

For over 15 years Wood Truss Systems has been a driving force in implementing laser projection in component plants throughout North America and beyond. Let us develop a custom configuration and complete price quote for your facility, and see how worldclass laser technology can work for you to increase margin and quality while reducing set-up times on your most complicated components by as much as 70%.

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2004 Alpine Speed Cut Express Automated Radial Arm Saw Alpine Metra-Cut Saw (5 HP-3 Phase) with 16’ Blade. Speed Cut Express Automation with Touch Screen. Computer Automated Stop and Automated Saw Angulation as directed by Truss Design Software. Infeed/Outfeed Roller Conveyor with Stands. Saw Barrier Guard. 2 Available at $15,000 Each FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2004 TCT Model 1100 Linear Saw Cut 2x4 and 2x6 Lumber from 3” to 20’. Tops, Bottoms, Webs, Sliders, Wedges and Scissor Bottoms. 230 Volt / 3 Phase 5 HP Motor with 24” Blade. Ink Jet Printer. Scrap Conveyor. $36,900 NOW $28,000 FOB AR. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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New Square 1 - 40’ Trackless Floor Truss Gantry New, table guided (NO rail) floor truss machine by Square 1 Design & Manufacture. This well designed machine builds floor trusses up to a standard 26 inch depth (32 inch optional). Working length of 40 feet. Other features include side eject, flip jig for build side, pop-ups for back plate side. Clamping by under-table cylinders controlling above-table steel fence. Floor truss gantry features twin 7.5 HP gearmotors for a total of 15 HP, 24 inch diameter roll, safety bars, 3 7/16” diameter, full-roll-length shaft with baffles. 440 volt, 3 phase. Price includes installation supervision from the manufacturer. Also take advantage of the Square 1 factory promotion offering a $5,000 savings on a Rolsplicer or Floor Truss Finish Roller (FTFR) with the purchase of a new SQ-Series floor system through April 15th, 2016. $99,412, FOB IN

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Three Key Obstacles to Overcome to Improve Your Operations

very consultation is different, yet some things remain the same. People are creatures of habit, and some of the issues that are dealt with during the consultations are very similar. Three key obstacles or areas are so common that I have yet to find a company not struggling with each of them. The first is lack of time. People say they want to make improvements, but they are too caught up in the day-to-day business to make the needed changes. This lack of perceived time seems to be especially true for the home-building industry, where there never seems to be enough skilled workers to satisfy the demand. If your group is always talking about needing more people, equipment, and time, then it would certainly benefit from improving time management. Improving time management allows everyone to accomplish more with the existing resources, which will certainly have a positive effect on net profits.

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Stephen Covey, the guru of effective time management, once created a simple matrix that has stood the test of time. By dividing a common task that is urgent and important into four groups (see matrix), one can begin to understand some common-sense truths about time management. Too often, we are spending too much time in the quadrant of necessity (1) because we neglect the quadrant of quality and improvement (2). Quadrants deception and waste (3 and 4) should be self-explanatory. Neither group is important, and both groups are characteristics of self-discipline that define an individual’s work ethics and drive. The quadrant of necessity (1) is what too many of us are focused on. The more our time is consumed by crises, pressing problems, firefighting, reworks, and all the “MUST BE DONE NOW” issues, the more things get out of hand. How does one reduce this stress and find more time? The old axiom of “work smarter not harder” is a term that is often stated but seldom implemented. But that old axiom is the key for many of us to become more productive and effective with our time. Essentially, we will have more time by reducing mistakes, producing more with greater skill and speed, and creating system processes that do not need our constant supervision. More time needs to be spent completing more of the tasks in the quadrant of quality and improvement (2). Taking the time that always seems to be in too short of supply takes a concerted effort and active support by the entire management team. Failure is almost certain if it is delegated to a department head without the active participation of the entire management team. It has to be more than just talked about; everyone must play his or her role. Does your company support training and development, or are such issues not addressed? What kind of returns could a company expect with an active training program? • Depending on the department and task, most case studies state that there is an average gain of 5% to 25% in productivity directly related to training programs. So, even if your company’s training results are on the lower end of 5%, you can see that it should be well worth the investment of money and time. A perfect example is training and the implementation of lean manufacturing practices in every area of your company, not just the manufacturing. Common results across numerous case studies for effective lean manufacturing implementation are as follows: √ Increased overall productivity; √ Quality improvement while having lower reworks; √ Shorter lead time for scheduling; √ Lower overall cost while improving net margins; and √ Higher net profits for companies implementing an ongoing lean manufacturing practice compared to those who do not, according to every case study published on this topic. The next key obstacle is to improve the overall system processes by making them mistake-proof, simplified, and automated. The improvement of the system processes should always be one of the top priorities of any manager. Too often the focus for process improvement is too segmented and only focused on the given area a department manager is responsible for. What might be best for a given group, such as design, may not be best for admin and manufacturing. This systemimproving process needs to be a holistic approach. A great example and a further explanation of this are provided in the December issue, “Mistake-Proofing the Communication Quote and Order Process”

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The final and most serious key obstacle to improving your operations is overcoming the pride or ego of individuals. According to psychology studies, “Modern cognitive theory states that people tend to perceive reality in light of pre-existing expectations and will ignore large amounts of contrary data before finally changing their minds.” In other words, we perceive the world the way we want regardless of the evidence that demonstrates an opposing viewpoint. Why is this so often the case? The answer is simple but difficult to overcome. In one word, it is pride. We cannot see that change is needed, or if we do indeed recognize the changes needed, our pride blinds us and prevents us from admitting it. Too often this is driven by a perceived threat to our area of influence and, therefore, fear of lost power. We allow our pride to perceive everything as being right or wrong, as if by admitting that change is wanted or needed, we are saying, “We were wrong, and they were right.” What worked in the past was a good thing, but evolving to meet the challenges of today does, in fact, require us to make changes and see things from a new perspective. To embrace better ideas, we need to set aside pride and listen to others with a different perspective and experience. Thus, we must not allow fear to stop us from challenging our preconceived ideas. I can tell you from experience that I have seen the results time after time and that making positive changes garners significant net-profit gains that many are simply blind to while others can see them so plainly. As a final word of caution about embracing and trying to implement better processes, like any new idea, there is a normal surge of enthusiasm in the initial stage. However, once the difficult task of actual implementation starts, it can easily falter. There are numerous reasons for this, but understanding better ideas such as lean terminology and applying them are two very different things. I have been refining my understanding, training, and implementation of best practices for the past 15+ years as a full-time lean consultant. I cannot state this enough: save your company a great deal of time and money by getting professional help with the training and effective implementation of lean manufacturing from Todd Drummond Consulting. Most companies average a three- to six-point gain in net profits from implementing my suggestions. Having stated that, even a one-point gain far exceeds the investment of time and money for even the smallest companies.

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NEW! Gang Nail Modular Swing Press Gang Nail model 59200, 4’ x 15’, modular 50-ton swing press truss assembly system. Presses dimensional lumber in 2" x 4" or 4" x 2" orientation. Includes 36" wide, stationary platen with hydraulic drive and joy-stick control. Opposite sides of table slide under press platen to set plates in lumber. 208V, 3 phase power. $27,990 NOW 18,990 FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Klaisler 98 Ft Side Eject Roof Truss Gantry Klaisler tracked roof truss gantry, 98 foot working length x 14 foot maximum height, side-eject, includes a model G14-24 gantry press head with 24" diameter roll, (13) plastic top tables with ejectors, (11) skate wheel receivers, (18) idler conveyors, (7) powered conveyors, track, end stops and all available jigging. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. 120 PSI air required. $58,990, FOB CO. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

MARK-8 PRESSES & MAGNETIC PEDESTALS (3) Mark-8 Presses (Hydraulic Power Unit, Counterbalance Arm, Trolley & C-Clamp Press). (1) Mark-8 has a leak in the hydraulic reservoir. Press Tonnage: 25 Tons. Platen Size: 9” x 16 1/2”. Lumber Size: 2x4 to 2x8 (32) Magnetic Pedestals with Jig Hardware. 170’ of Steel Floor. Overhead Steel I-Beam & Electrical Track. 230 Volt - 3 Phase $25,000 FOB KY FOB KY Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

800-382-0329 | www.wasserman-associates.com Virtek Model LPS-2DI Laser Projection System (IA) Twenty Four (24) Model LPS-2DI Red Laser Heads Computer with Environmental Enclosure Excludes: Virtek Software License & Service Agreement $36,000 for Complete System or $1,750 per Laser Head Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Tee-Lok Roof Truss Production Tables (Qty 14) Professionally reconditioned TeeCMF Peak-Up Stacker Lok roof truss gantry tables that feature 2 Each - 4 Pedestal Stackers. Disconnect, Slotted jigging fixtures with intermediate Control Panel & On/Off Toggle Switch HDPE plastic over all steel construction. for Each Stacker. 30 Each - Truss Rollers (7) 14'x72" and (7) 14'x56" tables with 12 with Stands. One Motor Drive for Every 5 skate-wheel lift-outs. Includes aprox. 200' Rollers. Dismantled & Ready to Ship. Video of TL 85 lb. crane-rail with mounting base. Available Upon Request. Sufficient table and rail to create a 100' foot (FOB AB) $49,500 NOW $36,900 line or extension. $68,600 FOB NC. Wasserman & Associates Wood Truss Systems 800-382-0329 765-751-9990 www.wasserman-associates.com www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

Square 1 Vertical Truss Stacker Engineered to operate through all seasons. Sumitomo High Torque Break Motor (no air or hydraulic unit to maintain). 35 Second Cycle Time. Each pedestal will hold from 10 to 25 trusses depending on truss size & weight. Floor Truss Stacker (stack 14’ to 50’ trusses). Roof Truss Stackers (stack 14’ to 50’ or 20’ to 70’ trusses). Agricultural & Large Residential Roof Truss Stacker (stack trusses up to 120’). Powered Outside Conveyor. Control Panel

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

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Is There Such Thing as Too Much Pressure?

oo much pressure is not only a problem in our lives, it can also be a problem in our plants. One of the most important issues when manufacturing quality trusses is plate embedment. Without proper embedment, the connector plate cannot adequately transfer load forces through the members down to the bearing or supports. Enough pressure is required to achieve proper embedment, but too much pressure creates additional problems. Proper embedment is when the plate is pressed into the member with no more than 1/32” gap remaining between the plate and lumber face. In the early years of the industry, the truss building process depended on hydraulic presses to make this happen. These presses were very effective, and many are still used today. Through the years, additional methods were developed, including huge weights of concrete and other mechanical methods. The most common method in the US today is the use of rollers, sometimes referred to as finish rollers. On roof lines, the final truss is pressed home using a set of pinch rollers. The rollers are set a specific dimension apart. Anything fed through the roller comes out 1 ½” plus a little bit. On most modern floor machines, a finish roller is not necessary because the floor machine is designed to plate the truss home within the jigging of the machine. These machines work similar to the pinch roller. Usually two rollers pinch the truss along the table and force the connector home, or a single roller pushes against a firm table and presses the connectors home. Unfortunately, sometimes these finishing methods fail to embed connectors. This can occur if the material is not the correct width or thickness, the lumber thickness or widths vary, the density of the lumber is such that embedment is difficult on one pass, or the machine is not adjusted correctly. A standard in-process inspection should be made by the builders and stackers to look for embedment issues. This should be done on every truss. To inspect the trusses, a simple gauge can be used to determine if the plates are not embedded. A credit card or plastic hotel key works great. If the card can be pushed under the edge of the plate and is tight, then the embedment is good. If it is not tight, then the gap exceeds requirements and should be repressed. On occasion, in an effort to make sure plates are embedded, a plant might tighten up the finish roller or gantry to guarantee embedment. If the adjustment is made too tight, the lumber can be damaged by crushing. This crushing seriously degrades the lumber’s ability to carry loads and should not be allowed. Look for cracks in the lumber or crushing sounds as the lumber is fed through the roller. If lumber is crushed, a rim will be created on the edge of the lumber. This rim occurs when large forces cause the lumber to squeeze thinner Glenn Traylor and the result is a muffin top. When this happens, reduce the Structural Building Components Industry Consultant pressure on the roller until the crushing is eliminated. Let’s only http://www.linkedin.com/in/glenntraylor see muffin tops at breakfast where they belong! PHONE: 800-289-5627

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NEW! Lumbermater Hydraulic Press with 6' x 40' Kickleg Table Powered Gantry with Hydraulic Press & Ride Platform. Extra Hydraulic Press (has been repaired and can be added to the gantry or retained as a spare). Kicklegs & End Stands for 6’ x 40’ Table. Drilled & Tapped Steel Table. $10,000 FOB PA. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

12' Finish Roller Press Press was purchased used in 2006, painted and wired for service but never utilized. An excellent press for smaller wood components including jacks and valley sets. 120V, 1 phase power. $6,490 FOB NY Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Vertical Truss Stacker by Square 1 Manufacturing

1995 Alpine Speed Roll Single-Bay Floor Machine 1995 Alpine, single-bay floor truss machine with overhead plate rack. Model 47TW with 18 inch diameter gantry roll, kick leg table 50 foot overall length, 38 foot maximum truss length, 40 inch table width, maximum truss depth 32 inches and minimum truss depth 12 inches. Motor-driven on-table clamps, push button controls and floormounted rail. 240 volt, 3 phase, 14 Amp electrical required. $27,490, FOB GA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Reconditioned Production Tables (OH) Professionally reconditioned Tee-Lok roof truss gantry tables that feature Slotted jigging fixtures with intermediate HDPE plastic over all steel construction. Two widths to select from: (3) 14' x 72" and (6) 14'x56" tables (some missing air-cylinders on skate-wheel lift-outs). Perfect for creating work station for speciality wall panels like rake-walls, knee-walls, rough-opening assembly, etc. Can also be used to create floor-panel (floor cassette) work area! $4,890 ea. FOB OH. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

CMF 12' Roof Truss Gantry System 75'x 12' side-eject system (90' OAL with dual park area) f eaturing: 11 soft-top wood/ plastic, 12'x72" tables with Uni-Strut puckrails, (11) skate-wheel ejectors to powered transfer roller. Includes two (2) CMF 12' x 24" dia. gantries, one 1988 and one 2005, both with top-side riding platforms, two button motion control, for continuous top use (no aisles). includes crane rail with base-plate and all available jigging hardware, 208v, 3ph power , electrical supply rail, and air-manifold included. $40,900 NOW $34,900 FOB PA. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

New, vertical stacker by Square 1 Design & Manufacture, up to six pedestals to handle up to 100 foot long spans. Features I-beam construction, holds from 10 to 25 trusses based on truss size, shape and weight, integrated drive tube for simultaneous stacking action and support during rotation, dual high-torque braking gear motors, adjustable tension clutch, heavy-gauge aluminum uprights with rubber bumper stops and automatic controls. The controls allow jogging the stacker both in forward and reverse directions and can be set up for multiple stacks of trusses. 440 volt, 3 phase electrical. Other voltages available. $31,067 BASE, FOB IN.

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Mitek 40' Floor Truss Machine Build floor truss depths up to 24”, lengths up to 40’. Track Mounted Roller Gantry with Ride Platform. 230/460 Volt - 3 Phase - 10 HP Motor. Overhead Plate Rack. Dual Safety Bars. Air Cylinder Clamping. Stored outside for 2 years. $21,900 Now $20,900 NOW $17,900. FOB GA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

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Two C-Clamp Presses with Unistrut Jig Table •2006 Mitek TK8 Klincher C-Clamp Press •Used Panel Clip Klincher C-Clamp Press •10 Ton C-Clamp with Trolley •Press Roof (2x4) or Floor (4x2) Trusses •115/230 Volt - 1 Phase - 2 HP Motor •Unistrut Jigging and Stands (build two 40’ trusses at the same time) •Add Third Panel Clip Klincher C-Clamp Press for $5,000 $19,500 NOW $14,900 FOB SD Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

1997 Pacific Automation 14' x 62' Roller Gantry System Pacific Automation AutoRoll 14 TR Roller Gantry (track mounted). 8 Each - Pacific Automation Walk-Thru Tables (drilled & tapped top) with Skatewheel Ejectors. Add $10,000 for Mitek Powered Exiting Conveyor with Skatewheel Receivers (9 powered rollers, 10 idle rollers, 8 receivers). Excludes Finish Roller & Outside Conveyor. $37,500 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

$8,250 FOB NE 800-382-0329 | www.wasserman-associates.com Klaisler 14' x 80' Side Eject Roller Gantry System • •Klaisler 14’ x 24” Diameter Gantry Roller (Track Mounted) • •12 Each 6’ x 14’ Steel Framed Plastic Top Tables with Ejectors • •460 Volt / 3 Phase $49,500 NOW $34,500 FOB MD. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Jager 1235 Travelmatic Press & Tables • Jager Hydraulic Press with Ride Platform (Track Mounted) • 11 Each - 12’ Tables with Unistrut Jigging • Tables can be lifted & relocated with the press • Pop-Up Rollers (end eject) • Outside Conveyor with Peak-Up Stacker $22,500 FOB PA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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

Reconditioned Klaisler GR14-24 78' Press System with WizardPDS® Automation Gantry with 14' X 24" Roll, Soft Start Drive with Brake, Operator Platform, Inverted (under table) Track System, Steel/Plastic Top Jig Tables. Eliminate 99% of the set-up time and ALL manual jigging with AUTOMATED PIN - WIZARD PDS® - PERIMETER DEFINITION SYSTEM complete with: WizardPDS® drop-in ChannelS® spaced approximately 24” o/c, length customized to your specification. -Installation & Operator Training Included -Machine Reconditioned and includes Alpine Mighty Mite Press Warranty. 6’ x 29’ Table. Hydraulic Press with Ride Options Available (call for pricing): Platform. 480 Volt / 3 Phase. The motor and -Convert to all steel top work surface. several of the hydraulic components have -Side Ejection of truss via Side Off Roller been replaced in the last couple of years. Conveyor. -EMSI 80' Indoor Powered Truss Video available upon request. $6,900 Conveyor. -Finish Press. -Outdoor Truss NOW $4,950 FOB MI. Conveyor / stacking systems. Wasserman & Associates Call for pricing. 800-382-0329 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. www.wasserman-associates.com 800-344-3433 www.eidemachinery.com Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

MARK-8 PRESSES & MAGNETIC PEDESTALS (3) Mark-8 Presses (Hydraulic Power Unit, Counterbalance Arm, Trolley & C-Clamp Press). (1) Mark-8 has a leak in the hydraulic reservoir. Press Tonnage: 25 Tons. Platen Size: 9” x 16 1/2”. Lumber Size: 2x4 to 2x8 (32) Magnetic Pedestals with Jig Hardware. 170’ of Steel Floor. Overhead Steel I-Beam & Electrical Track. 230 Volt - 3 Phase $25,000 FOB KY Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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NEW! Square 1 Trackless Roller Gantry System

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Trackless Roller Gantry System 24” Diameter x 3/4” Wall x 14’ Long Gantry Roller

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A better solution for smaller custom jobs with the speed, accuracy & efficiency of WizardPDS® The speed, accuracy and setup efficiency of WizardPDS® for smaller and highly custom jobs; roof, occasional or deeper floor trusses, parallel chord, and any jack or junk style trusses. A 75 ton platen-style gantry provides full plate embedment and eliminates a Finish Press − big table performance in a smaller footprint. Configurations start at 24´ … and the AutoPress 10RT is fully expandable to match future requirements.

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▷ 75 ton gantry head assures full plate embedment ▷ 10´ x 24˝ pressing platen ▷ Unlimited table length (8´ sections) ▷ Unlimited number of gantry heads

Available options incl: Steel or plastic top, integrated side or end eject lifters, and gantry mounted rider platform with or without Wizard Touch Screen Computer Control Station.

▷ Table sets with steel or plastic top ▷ Side or End eject Lifters integrated into table ▷ Wizard-ready with 24˝ OC spacing ▷ Optional gantry-mounted Wizard touch screen computer control station ▷ No limits – build Jacks and Floors side-by-side

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More than history, the TURBO Drive is German engineered to allow for maximum performance in a given application. With this base, precision performance is improved with software optimization rather than hardware changes. This is apparent when the TURBO Drive was optimized for USA component cutting, the same world model saw runs significantly faster, simply by optimizing movements and stroke. For a demonstration of how software upgrades accomplish this, see the “before & after” video at: https://youtu.be/3V5gmXbjQPU. It illustrates that software can increase throughput rather than redesigning elements of the equipment, your TURBO Drive does not become yesterday’s news because of a model number change.

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So how much would you pay for software that increases your cutting productivity and keeps your saw current with the latest technology? How about zero? With the Hundegger TURBO Drive, free software updates for life are included with the saw. As software is optimized and performance is enhanced, you’ll never have to worry about what model you bought. For more information, visit http://www.woodtrusssystems.com/ manufacturers/general/hundegger-usa/

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1997 MiTek 75 Ft Tracked Roof Truss Gantry 14 foot maximum height, side-eject, model 6300 24" diameter press head with s/o electrical cord, (10) tables each with struts, 36" steel drilled & tapped bottom chord area and plastic above, (10) table-mounted ejectrors, track with base plates and end stops. 460 volt, 3 phase electrical. 120 PSI air required. $48,490, FOB: CO Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

1995 Klaisler Side Eject Gantry System 160’ x 14’ side-eject system with Koskovich Jet-Set auto jigging tables. Features (11) plastic top Jet-Set combo tables with skate wheel ejectors and (7) plastic top 56" Klaisler tables with skate wheel ejectors with 15" aisles and 4' OC Jet-Set pucks. Includes (2) Klaisler GR14-24 24" recessed rail gantry with riding platform and soft start, Klaisler 24" final roller, (16) powered conveyor rollers and (16) idler rollers. includes all available jigging hardware and bridge plates. The Jet-Set needs to be calibrated and one of the gantry heads needs new electrical invertor. 230v, 3 phase electrical power.

2005 ALPINE MIGHTY MITE TRUSS PRESS 6’ x 32’ Table (1/2” steel plate topped with wood & plastic) 240 Volt / 3 Phase / 5 HP Motor Pressing Force: Two 4” Diameter Hydraulic Cylinders at 31,000 Lbs Each Press/Raise Speed: Approximately 2 Seconds Travel Speed: 2’ per Second (adjustable) Includes Dayton 480 Volt to 240 Volt Electrical Transformer Lightly Used Since 2005 $25,900 FOB IL. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Klaisler 98 Ft Side Eject Roof Truss Gantry Klaisler tracked roof truss gantry, 98 foot working length x 14 foot maximum height, side-eject, includes a model G14-24 gantry press head with 24” diameter roll, (13) plastic top tables with ejectors, (11) skate wheel receivers, (18) idler conveyors, (7) powered conveyors, track, end stops and all available jigging. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. 120 PSI air required. $58,990 FOB CO. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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

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ver the years, our industry has seen a lot of innovation in how we handle materials, how we manufacture, and how we take a house from an idea to a component using the computer. But, over the past few years, we have seen an acceleration in big ideas, disruption, and what we can do using technology developed in ours and other industries. Are you creating your own disruptive innovation in your market?

Ben Hershey, CEO & Coach 4Ward Consulting Group, LLC

Disruptive Innovation You have probably heard the term, “industry disruption”—“a process whereby a smaller company with fewer resources is able to successfully challenge established incumbent businesses.” But, have you given consideration to how you can create your own disruption? For the past 20 years, the theory of disruptive innovation has been enormously influential in business circles, and it has proven to be a powerful tool for predicting which industry entrants will succeed. We have seen it in our industry in several different ways; and this is just a short list: o How we deliver material to a jobsite o How we cut material, both wood and EWP o Whole house testing we conduct at the Structural Building Components Research Institute (SBCRI) o Automated equipment used in our component operations (saws, tables, etc.) o Incredible advances in our software for order processing, layout, and engineering o Robotics use in gantry and framing tables and material handling Some of us, like myself, who have been in this industry for life can look back and see the leaps we have taken and the incremental effect on our businesses. I was one of those who was doing cutting lists for the plant in Junior High using a slide rule or a Smoley’s table. The theory of disruptive innovation has proven to be a powerful way of thinking about innovation-driven growth. Many leaders of small, entrepreneurial companies praise it as their guiding star. Classic disruption entails—a small enterprise targeting overlooked customers with a novel but modest offering and gradually moving upmarket to challenge the industry leaders. Companies like Uber or Amazon are commonly hailed as a disrupter. Some of the traits of disrupters include focus on improving their products and services for their most demanding (and usually most profitable) customers, they exceed the needs of some segments and ignore the needs of others. Entrants that prove disruptive begin by successfully targeting those overlooked segments, gaining a foothold by delivering more-suitable functionality—frequently at a lower price. Incumbents, chasing higher profitability in more-demanding segments, tend not to respond vigorously. Entrants then move upmarket, delivering the performance that incumbents’ mainstream customers require, while preserving the advantages that drove their early success. When mainstream customers start adopting the entrants’ offerings in volume, disruption has occurred. Continued next page PHONE: 800-289-5627

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How You Can be a Disruptor in 2018 I have had the good fortune of working with several key companies over the past seven years who have been disruptors to our industry. Without getting into a lot of theory or details about what we did, I would like to simplify some of the key things you can do to change your market, your company, and ultimately your future. 1. Learn that Disruption is a Process Most every innovation—disruptive or not—begins life as a small-scale experiment. Disrupters tend to focus on getting the business model, rather than merely the product, just right. When they succeed, their movement from the fringe (the low end of the market or a new market) to the mainstream erodes first the incumbents’ market share and then their profitability. This process can take time, and incumbents can get quite creative in the defense of their established franchises. For example, more than 50 years after the first discount department store was opened, mainstream retail companies still operate their traditional department-store formats. Complete substitution, if it comes at all, may take decades, because the incremental profit from staying with the old model for one more year trumps proposals to write off the assets in one stroke. The fact that disruption can take time helps to explain why incumbents frequently overlook disrupters. Think Netflix and Blockbuster; it was just reported last week that Blockbuster closed its last store in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, a far cry from the time when they used to be a leader and on every major corner. 2. Disruptor Business Models are Different than those of Incumbents By addressing the basic needs of your customer and revising your business model to focus on this, you create an innovation environment in your company. Through continuous product improvements, and continuous production improvements, those companies who address the basic of needs find a process solution model and disrupt what incumbent companies miss. When was the last time you worked with your customer in the field, really listened to their issues, and then made the decision to create a service or product that solves their problem or makes them more efficient? 3. Some Disruptive Innovations Succeed and Some Do Not Some make the mistake of focusing on the results achieved—to claim that a company is disruptive by virtue of its success. But success is not built into the definition of disruption: not every disruptive path leads to a triumph, and not every triumphant newcomer follows a disruptive path. Think of the first time our industry was introduced to robotics—at the time, it was clearly the right path to take, but the technology had not caught up to what was needed. Today, we see a whole new generation of robotics and the technology needed for our operations, so now it can succeed by learning from the past. 4. Disrupt or be Disrupted Disruption will come, from you or someone else, but that should not cause a company to over-react. Incumbent companies do need to respond to disruption if it’s occurring, but they should not overreact by dismantling a still-profitable business. Instead, they should continue to invest in sustaining innovations. In addition, they can create a new division to focus on the growth opportunities that arise from the disruption. This can mean that, for some time, incumbents will find themselves managing two very different operations. Continued next page

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What Disruptive Innovation Can Reveal Each of us can point back to a technology advance or product and say that it was disruptive. When new technology is developed— whether that is in equipment, a process, or engineering design—it helps managers make strategic choices between taking a sustain path or a disruptive one. History shows that entrants pursuing a sustaining strategy for a stand-alone business will face steep odds, but with each technological development we have a choice to adopt the new development, improve it, or develop something else that will allow our companies to succeed. The question for our industry, and for your company, is whether there is a novel technology or business model that will allow you to disrupt and move upmarket without emulating your competitor’s high costs —that is, to follow a disruptive path. The answer seems to be “yes,” and we have several industry suppliers who can help you make that leap. There will be stumbles along the way, but when we learn from the process and constantly improve upon what we have, you can be a disruptor too. And, if you need help with where to start, give me a call!

Here’s a Place to Start One of the tools you should start with is the SBCA Component Marketing Toolbox. It contains is an abundance of marketing tools based on the SBCA “Framing the American Dream®” including videos, brochures, infographics, photos, and PowerPoint presentations. Many of us in the industry have participated in assembling this information to help your business grow, and help you gain market share by disrupting the market. Take a look and see how you can use this material to help you start the disruption process. Continued next page

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Visiting our Industry During the Christmas Holidays, I had the opportunity to visit with a friend and former business partner, Jeff Oitzman with Crown Components in Tolleson, AZ. I had heard that Jeff and his business partner Bob Barrette had moved their component operation to the location of TruTrus, one of the companies I owned and where my Dad (Don Hershey) innovated many new ideas for our industry. It was great to see what Jeff has done with the place, and we could reminisce about my Dad and talk about his influence in both of our lives.

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Ben Hershey is CEO of 4Ward Consulting Group, LLC, the leading provider of Management and Manufacturing Consulting to the Structural Component and Lumber Industry. A Past President of SBCA, he has owned and managed several manufacturing and distribution companies and is Six Sigma Black Belt Certified. Ben has

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With a sole operator, the Terminailer sub-component assembler quickly and precisely drives 30-70% of the framing nails in any wall panel job. And that, needless to say, can drive a whole lot of improvement in efficiency and output. Add increased safety and easy maintenance with off-the-shelf parts, and you can see why Terminailer should be driving greater productivity on your plant floor. Terminailer® is a registered trademark of Construction Industry Innovations, LLC Copyright Oct. 2017 All Rights Reserved

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NEW PORTABLE SHEATHING BRIDGE 10’ Portable Sheathing Bridge ($17,900) 12’ Portable Sheathing Bridge ($18,900) Programmable Fastener Spacing with PLC Touch Pad Entry. Gun Tilt at Sheathing Seams. Laser Pointer for Stud Location. Sensors to Detect Sheathing. Nail/Staple 8’ Stud in Under 6 Seconds. Quick Tool Changeout. Weight: 175 Lbs. 120 Volt /1 Phase. Excludes Nail or Staple Gun FOB SD. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

DeWalt Panel Saw Vertical panel saw, 10 foot long, utilizes 13 amp 120v industrial saw motor, DeWalt circular saw with 8" blade, crosscuts material up to 64" wide and 1 1/2” thick. Included PDF service manual. $2,100 FOB QC Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Your business is our business. 2002 PCS Twin Axis Sheathing Station Sheathing Saw, optimizes sheathing material as it cuts X and Y axis simultaneously in one pass through the saw. Fully enclosed to reduce noise, dust, and improve operator safety; fully automated via downloaded sheathing cutting from wall design software. 480v, 3phase electrical saw, 120v, 1 phase electrical pc. $28,990 FOB IL. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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IBS Sub-Component Tables & Framing Station IBS framing station, builds framed walls from 6’-0” to 12’-4”, up to 20’-0” long. Floor mounted v-track, two (2) tool dollies, LED light bars (being sold as-is), powered clamping, spring actuated stud locators, flip-up plate stabilizer and power height adjustment. 110 volt, 1 phase electrical. 100 PSI air pressure required. Includes (2) 4’ x 10’ long sub-component tables with squaring corners, pop-up skate wheel ejectors and adjustable height legs/ feet. 100 PSI air pressure required. $14,990 FOB NC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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2010 Gorbel Crane System Gorbel freestanding crane system, 2,000 lb weight limit, 14 foot x 28 foot working footprint, 16'-3" hoist hook height, festoon electrical supply cord. 480 volt, 3 phase electrical. $12,490 FOB TX. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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1993 Triad Gen 2 Framer & Component Nailer 1993 Triad Gen II wall panel framer and sub-component nailing station. Framer model G2-F, builds 2x4 and 2x6 walls up to 16’ in length with wall heights from 6’9” to 10’-2”, manual nail-gun tool dollies each side, stud locators at 16” and 24” o.c. and includes floor grates and six (6), DuoFast nail tools. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical required. 100 PSI air required. Triad subcomponent assembler, model CN-4 with two (2), Duo-Fast nail tools. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical required. 100 PSI air required. $17,890 FOB NM Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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Panels Plus 12 x 16 ft Squaring Table Panels Plus squaring table, holds wall square to attach sheathing, includes squaring stops and clamps for wall heights from 7'-0" to 12'-4". Table is 16' long, working length, 24' overall length. 110 volt, 1 phase electrical. 120 PSI air required. $11,990, FOB QC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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2010 Panels Plus 16’ x 12’ Sheathing/ Squaring Table with Single Beam Multi-Tool Bridge with Plate Stitchers Model 40003 sheathing/squaring table features foot pedal power control at squaring end of table. Squares wall from 7’ to 12’ heights and up to 16’ in length. 12” wide roller conveyor on both sides, with squaring stops. Bridge is a 2010 Panels Plus SingleBeam Bridge W/Plate Stitchers featuring a single pendant control of the bridge with power drive with auto return. Single beam, multi-tool bridge features 24 primary tools with spacing on 6” centers. Tools have a variable shift of 3” to 6”, and 2” to 4” to accommodate offset nailing at sheathing seams. Bridge function also includes four manually adjusted stitcher tools. Two standard top and bottom plate stitchers, and two adjustable tools for common top and bottom side of openings (such as windows) Standard 3 position tilt for seam nailing, hand-crank on tool bridge for precise stapling/nailing, laser sight line. Requires minimum 60 CFM at 120 psi, 120v single phase electrical service. $39,490 FOB CA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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PALISADES 12' X 24' FRAMING TABLE Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor. Powered Height Adjustment. Stud Locators. 6 Each - Atro CHS-928 Nail Guns. Excludes Tool Dollies. $12,900 FOB MO Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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FEATURES One Tool System (Change from Staples to Nails in Minutes) Programmable Fastener Patterns wit PLC Touch Pad Entry Accommodates 2”x4” and 2”x6” Walls Straight Line Stitching Away and Towards You Bridge Tilt at Sheathing Seams to Eliminate “Shiners” Adjustable Bridge Speed for Accurate Alignment Auto Return to Park Section on Tool Bridge Laser Pointer for Identifying Fastener Placement Powered Height Adjustment (8’ to 12’ Wall Height) Pop-up Skate Conveyor Cantilever Table Which Allows Floor to be Free of Obstacles Optional Stud Locators

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NEW! Triad AutoCol Sub-Component Nailing Station Triad model "AutoCol" sub-component nailing station with infeed and outfeed conveyors. Builds stud-block-stud, L's, T's, headers and trimmers/jacks. Touch screen controls, laser pointer, runs in manual or batch mode. Conveyor infeed and outfeed tables are each 6' wide x 10' long x 34" height (adjustable height) with 15" long roller conveyors. Twelve (12) tool stations, six per side. Internal transformer for PC included. Tools and mounts not included. 100 PSI air and 208 volt, 3 phase electrical. $15,990, FOB PA. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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

Consider Panels Plus wall panel assembly equipment for manufacturers of wood or steel wall panels, floor-panels, and related framing components. Panels Plus is an employee owned, ISO certified, manufacturing company that builds state-of-the-art equipment featuring durable construction, with fit and finish second to none in the structural building component industry. The referenced base framing table allows you to assemble from 7-12 foot wall heights, at industry standard 16 foot lengths, at a working height of 29 to 32 inches. This framer design includes controls at each end of table, squaring stops and pneumatic clamping for consistent wall panel quality. Frames 2x4 or 2 x 6 walls, with color-coded, steel stud locators at 16 and 24 inches O.C. spacing. Includes pop-up skate wheels for easy transfer of completed wall frame. Framing table can be configured to receive wall framing light bars, other options include custom buildable wall heights, lengths and auto-indexing of optional 2 or 3 tool carriages. Additionally from Panels Plus are sheathing tables with features that include foot pedal control at squaring end of table, with squaring stops, roller conveyors at both sides, single pendant controls for bridge, tool spacing at 6 inch centers with 3 inch bridge shift for offset nailing. Tool bridges can accommodate from 2 x 4 to 2 x 8 walls, with seam tilt being standard equipment Panels Plus Tool Bridges are available with single beam or dual beam design for two different tool mounts on one bridge. Squaring stations, sub-component tables, conveyors and panel lifts are also available to complete the configuration of the wall panel assembly line. Price includes factory installation and training. 50 CFM at 120 psi air. 120 or 230 volt, 1 phase electrical.

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2004 Triad 60 Ft Wall-Floor Combo Table Triad combination framing and sheathing table includes dual-beam sheathing bridge and manual/power material delivery bridge. Continuous track for bridge travel. Wall height adjustment is powered with push button controls. Framing table includes popup skatewheel ejectors. Sheathing bridge is dual-beam, powered with manual fin adjustment handle, and includes laser safety stop. Beam One has (25) tool stations plus (2) 3-tool rim-board stations. Beam Two has (16) tool stations. Material delivery bridge can travel manually or by power. Includes air brake safety feature and manual fine adjustment handle. Tubes slide manually. Table includes air regulator, floor grating and locator pins. Currently in storage, disassembled. Tools and mounts in pictures are included. Table model FLO. Bridge model MB. 120 volt, 1 phase electrical. 100 PSI air required. $38,990, FOB TX Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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SQUARING TABLE WITH MULTITOOL PANEL BRIDGE Wall Panel Lengths up to 16’ Powered Height Adjustment (3’-11” to 12’-3” wall heights) Manual Squaring Stops Single Beam Panel Bridge (excludes nail or staple guns) Top & Bottom Plate Stitchers (excludes nail or staple guns) Used Roller Conveyor with Stands are available at additional cost EQUIPMENT FINANCING available from SLS Financial Services Print Details

Used IBS Interior/Exterior Wall Panel Line FRAMING TABLE Wall Panel Lengths up to 20’ Powered Height Adjustment (3’-11” to 12’-3” wall heights) Pop-up Skatewheel Conveyor Stud Locators at 16” & 24” O.C. Excludes Tool Dollies & Light Bar

SQUARING TABLE WITH ROUTER BRIDGE Wall Panel Lengths up to 16’ Powered Height Adjustment (3’-11” to 12’3” wall heights) Manual Squaring Stops Router Bridge (excludes router motor)

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1990 Ford F800 Truck with 1982 Barns Truss Trailer

2001 Sterling L9500 with Rand Rolloff Bed 2001 Sterling model L9500 straight body truck with Rand 26 foot long, 96 inch wide roller bed, 310 HP Cummings engine, Eaton Fuller 10-speed transmission, 33,000 GVWR, single rear axle, 200,000 miles. Roller bed tilts with controls (gravity offload) located in truck cab and includes pop-up rollers, headache rack and ships up to 36' long trusses. Two front tires are new. Half tread on the balance of tires. Half tread on brakes. DOT expired in March of 2015. $38,990 FOB CT. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

2006 Stoll Gooseneck Rolloff Trailer 2006 Stoll 24 foot-long, gooseneck rolloff trailer with fifth-wheel connection, new tires added in 2015. Hydraulic lift with 12 V electric, fixed axle, locking rollers at 4 foot on-center, support roller over neck, diamond plate floor and electric brakes. $10,990, FOB CT. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

•Low Mileage Unit in Good Condition FANTASTIC DEAL! $9,900 FOB CA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Your business is our business. Maintaining/maximizing productivity is necessary for successful component manufacturers. This could involve a simple and affordable solution to keep a line running, material handling systems to keep things moving, or a large investment made to replace or introduce a new line or technology to your plant.

1994 Dorsey 48’ Flatbed Trailer •48’ Long x 102” Wide •Tandem Axle •Steel Wheels •Headache Rack •Winches & Straps •2 Trailers Available $7,500 FOB IL Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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1996 ASI 48'-70' Stretch Roll-Off Trailer •Sliding Tandems •Hydraulic Neck •6-8 cross members need replaced •DOT is current $13,000 FOB IA PHONE: 800-289-5627

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2006 Stoll 28' Gooseneck Roll-Off Trailer •Two 12,000 LB Axles (GVWR 13,900 Lbs) •Hydraulic Pump & Hoist •Electric over Hydraulic Brakes •Brakes & Tires have 70% remaining •Locking Rollers •2 Rollers on Gooseneck •Winches & Straps $16,900 FOB TX Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2012 PRECISION EQUIPMENT 36' GOOSENECK ROLL-OFF TRAILER (2) 10K Axles with Dual 16” Wheels. GVWR: 26,000 Lbs (Trailer Weight is 9,800 Lbs). Self Contained 11.4 Ton Hydraulic Power Unit. Rollers 2’ on Center. Mesh Between Rollers. Top Roller on Gooseneck. Roller Pin Locks. Roller Load Control. Winches and Strap Loacks. Beaver Tail. $19,500 FOB MN. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Modular Home Transport Trailers THREE (3) 1990 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION MODULAR TRAILERS - $9,000 EACH 44’-7” to 57’-7” Expandable Trailer (5’ Rear Extension, 8’ Front Extension) Top is 7’8” 5 Sets of Pullout (Adjustable to 14’ Wide) 40,000 Lb GVWR (12,150 Lb Trailer Weight) FIVE (5) 1977 THRU 1979 MINUTE MAN MODULAR TRAILERS - $7,500 EACH 44’-7” to 57’-7” Expandable Trailer (5’ Rear Extension, 8’ Front Extension) Top is 7’8” 5 Sets of Pullout (Adjustable to 14’ Wide) 4 Each - 36,000 Lb GVWR (12,150 Lb Trailer Weight) 1 Each - 50,000 Lb GVWR Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

1990 Wabash 47-70 Foot Stretch Roll Off Trailer 1990 Wabash model SE, 47 to 70 foot stretch roll-off trailer, fixed tandem axles, fifth-wheel tractor connection, sloping bed/ gravity offload, locking rollers with brake control, ABS brakes, current Indiana DOT inspection (March 2016), 1/2" to 3/4" deep tire tread. $18,990, FOB IN. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

NEW! 2018 Precision Equipment Roll-Off Trailers

40', 48' and 53' Fixed Lengths. 36' to 51', 42' to 60', 46' to 64', 50' to 70' and 53' to 80' Expandable Lengths. 102" Wide. Air Lift ICC Bumper. Self Contained Hydraulic Power Unit. Spring Loaded Composite Fenders. Dual Rear Rollers. New Low Pro Tires. Air Operated Roller Pin Lock System. Air Operated Load Control System. Sliding Air Ride Suspension. Strobe Lighting. Mesh Between All Rollers. Patented Load Lifts. LED Lighting System. Extend-a-Rail. 4" x 35' Load Straps. Patented Strap Locks. Strap Winches. Dove Tail on Rear of Trailer. Hydraulic King Pin Plate. Removable Headache Rack. 7 Way Receptacle on Rear of Trailer. Split Rollers. Sliding Winch System. Aluminum Tool Box. Trailer is Sandblasted & Primed with PPG Polyurethane Paint

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2005 Freightliner Columbia Truck (TX) •Diesel Engine •Single Axle •Cruise Control •Air Conditioner •274,000 Miles $23,000 FOB TX Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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20’ of Steel Framed Table with Roller Conveyor or MDF Bench Top. Spida Automated 20’ Length Stop/Plate Positioner & 10’ Infeed Roller Conveyor. Workstation, Control Cabinet Enclosure & 17” Touch Screen Integration. Spida or MangoTech Plate Cutting & Marking Software. Cuts to 20’, Marks to 18’. Cut & Mark 3,000 LF of Plates per 8 Hour Shift. Length of Delay to Mark Board: 1/2 Second (can be adjusted). Compatible File Formats: .trs, .mdf, .mwf, .xml, .hay/hfs, .gwf & .tx. Includes 2 Day Onsite Training & Installation. Add $750 Annually for 12 Month Phone & Virtual Tech Support. Add $700 for DeWalt Model DWS780 12” Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw. Add $13,300 for Spida 20” Up-Cut SnipSaw. Add $8,250 for Lauderdale Hamilton 24” Super Chop Saw. Deduct $3,930 for Aluminum Framed Table with MDF Bench Top. Excludes: Dust Collector, Saw Stand, Freight & Customs Charges. $30,350 FOB NZ

2004 Kenworth T800 Day Cab Tractor • 190,696 Miles • 370 HP Engine • 10 Speed Transmission • Aluminum Wheels with Good Rubber $35,000 FOB MD Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

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2003 PRATT 48'-70' STRETCH ROLL-OFF TRAILER Hydraulic Neck. Sliding Tandems. Spring Ride. Full Length Load Lifts. Roller Pin Locks. Headache Rack. DOT is current. $20,900 FOB IN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

UsiFab Chord Splicer UsiFab chord splicer splices 2"x3" through 2"x6" lumber. Presses the lumber together prior to imbedding plates. Imbeds plate lengths up to 13 inches. Features heavy-duty tubular frame, dual-recessed, simultaneousactivation buttons, guarded motor, sprockets and a 3 HP motor. 600 volt, 3 phase electrical. Price: $8,990, Condition: Good, Location: QC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

CROSLEY 32' GOOSENECK ROLL-OFF TRAILER Tandem Axles with Dual Wheels. Hydraulic Tilt. 2 Top Rollers on Gooseneck. Winches and Straps. DOT is Current. $10,900 FOB IN. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com MISC.

Four Arm Infeed Deck Price: $7,890 NOW $3,990 :: FOB PA 10' long x 10' wide 4-arm infeed deck, powered by a 1 HP motor, prism chain feed and deflector pans. 230/460 volt, 3 phase. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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Metriguard Finger Jointing Testing Equipment •Metriguard Model 330 Press. •Humboldt Model H-30140 Laboratory Oven (115 Volt). •Pressure Pump & Vessel. •Lightly Used. •Excludes Associated Machinery Material Cart. $6,500 FOB NE Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2006 Alpine PF90 AutoMark System • Wall Panel Plate Cutting & Marking Saw • Automated Length Stop & Ink Jet Printer as directed by Design Software Output • Cuts & Marks Both Top & Bottom Plates Simultaneously up to 20’ in Length • 10 HP Motor with 20” Blade • 240 Volt / 3 Phase / 30 Amps $39,900 FOB BC Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Alup 80 HP Compressor 80 HP Alup ( A llegroseries), model SCD80, rotary screw compressor with 11,418 hours. From the manufacturer's website, "Produces a minimum of 60.4 CFM, up to 303 CFM, at 75-190 PSI. Features a high efficiency drive motor with loss-free, direct drive transmission for optimal efficiency". 460 volt, 3 phase electrical. $22,990 NOW $19,900 FOB PA Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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36" x 72" Wood Framed Material Carts Swivel Casters. 8” Diameter Phenolic Wheels. Over 60 Carts Available at $100 NOW $60 Each. FOB NE. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Miscellaneous Used IBS Equipment •IBS Multi-Tool Panel Bridge (excludes Squaring Table) •2 Sets of IBS Light Bars •IBS Auto Stops FOB OR Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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Detects missing or misaligned plates. 16' Throat. 110 Volt / 1 Phase. Excludes CMF Finish Roller. Reference literature for additional details. $12,500 FOB ON. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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

Ruvo 2200 Stair Saw Ruvo model 2200 machine capable of box stringers only and cuts two stringers at a time. The saw comes with a year warranty; 90/08 remanufacture including new cylinders, valves, tubing, fittings and electrical. Spindle motors are either new or rebuilt. The machine has been recalibrated, all known problems fixed, motor bench tested, machine cycled and video of cutting stringer can be supplied. Installation by the OEM is available at an additional charge. Wired for 230 volt, 3 phase and 30 amp electrical service. $22,677, FOB FL | AS NEW. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Tee-Lok Lumber Stacker $6,500 FOB MB Canada. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Used Hain Vent Block Drill •5 HP / 230 Volt / 3 Phase Motor •Accommodates 2x4 thru 2x12 Block Sizes •Drill 1, 2, 3 or 4 Holes •Short Incline Waste Conveyor •Video available upon request $6,950 FOB AZ Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

2003 Challenger Wood Grinder Model CH200-3037-S. Vibrating Infeed Conveyor. Oufeed Material Blower. Motor: 27 KW Brook Hansen (480 Volt / 3 Phase). Cutters: Small FIXCUT @ 58. Screen: 1/2” @ 2 Sections. NOW $10,000 FOB IL. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

2004 Weima - Lenze Wood Processing System Weima model WL4S shredder, 30 HP drive with gearbox and limit switch, 10" diameter single-shaft with 1/2" grid screen, 23" x 41" hopper opening, PLC controls and 0.74 cubic yard hopper volume. A two-step wood processing process. Wood waste goes from the incline into the Weima grinder, to the short auger piece, then the 20' long auger at an incline, leading to the Lenze grinder. Includes $1,000 worth of replacement knives and other available spare parts. 25,000 operating hours logged. Picture of output shown with listing. 230 volt, 3 phase, 100 Amp electrical. $37,990 FOB WI Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

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

New SL Laser Projection System New, laser projection system from SL Laser. Projects roof truss, floor truss and wall panel design images accurately onto building Hain 20' Powered Measuring System surface, for faster setup and fabrication Adapts to Any Saw. Left or Right Hand times. Each laser head provides 21' Operation. Feet & Inches System (Stops projection length (@15 foot ceiling heights). at 12” Centers) or Inches System (Stops at Includes system computer, cables, mounting 10” Centers). Motor: 1/4 HP Linear Actuator hardware for attachment to customer's (110 Volt). Stop Rail: 2 x 4 x 1/4” Aluminum structure, factory installation, training and Extrusion. Stops: Jig Bored Steel. Stop choice of green or red laser. Works with Blocks: Machine Billet Aluminum. Optional each connector plate manufacturer's design Lengths from 5’ to 60’. Optional Gang Stop. software. Modular nature of the laser heads Add $770.00 per 10’ Section of Heavy Duty allows for easy, future expansion of system Roller Conveyor with Stands length. 120 volt, 1 phase. FOB NC Wasserman & Associates Wood Truss Systems 800-382-0329 765-751-9990 www.wasserman-associates.com www.woodtrusssystems.com Read/Subscribe online at www.componentadvertiser.com

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

2010 USIFAB Roof Truss Vertical/Flat Stacker 90 foot long, 3-station single/dual/tandem, peak-up, hydraulic powered roof truss stacker with electrical control panel and remote control for operator use. System includes 90 feet of conveyor capable of travel speed up to 140 feet / minute. Nine (9) arms rotate to 90 degrees for Peak-Up stacking, plus lateral transfer on opposite side for flat stacking. 15 GPM hydraulic unit with 15 HP electric motor. Professionally manufactured by USIFAB R. L. Inc. (www. usifabrl.com). Currently wired for 600 V, 3 phase electrical power. $63,980 FOB BC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

NEW! Spida Simple Stop •20’ Length Stop with MDF Bench Top •Available in Lengths up to 60’ •7” Color Touch Screen Entry of Cut Lengths •110 Volt / 1 Phase •Excludes Saw, Outfeed Conveyor, Freight & Customs Charges •10’ Spida Simple Stop - $8,920 •20’ Spida Simple Stop - $11,340 Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com FAX: 800-524-4982

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Downtime costs you money. With millions of boards delivered, the Ranger RS is the only automated lumber retrieval system on the market with a proven track record of reliability. Why? We don t cut corners on design or build quality. We inspect and test each machine thoroughly before it ships. We use the finest control components available to create a rugged, reliable system. Our proprietary vacuum pickup system outperforms anything else on the market. Find out what real productivity is with the Ranger RS Lumber Retrieval System.

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NEW! Alup 80 HP Compressor 80 HP Alup (Allegro series), model SCD80, rotary screw compressor with 11,418 hours. From the manufacturer's website, "Produces a minimum of 60.4 CFM, up to 303 CFM, at 75-190 PSI. Features a high efficiency drive motor with loss-free, direct drive transmission for optimal efficiency". 460 volt, 3 phase electrical. $22,990 NOW $14,990. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Alpine Lumber Carousel - NC HD carousel feed system with 7 stations, handles material to 16’. Includes toggle controls and 10 HP motor to power systems hydraulic power unit. $9,680 FOB NC. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Alpine Lumber Carousel Alpine model 407A, lumber carousel features (7) lumber bays each with 14 ft. max lumber lumber length (without overhanging the bay). Hydraulic drive with reservoir, 40' working diameter. 480v, 3 phase, 30A electrical. See video link and PDF shown with this listing. $9,690 FOB CA. Wood Truss Systems 765-751-9990 www.woodtrusssystems.com

Virtek Laser Projector Heads 1998 to 2000 Virtek LPS-2DI Heads at $1,750 Each. (1) 2002 Virtek LPS-6R Head at $3,000. Excludes: Computer with Environmental Enclosure, Virtek Software License & Service Agreement. FOB MN Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Assembles Trimmers, Jacks, L’s, Channels & Headers 2x4 and 2x6 Capacity Remote Fire & 3-Way Clamping Staggered Nail Pattern Squaring Stop Foot Pedal Control Reserve Air Tank 5’ Infeed & Outfeed Roller Conveyor

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Builders Automation Stair Stringer Router Watch video here: http://goo.gl/gSRwjd More information here: http://goo.gl/mSsxyY

New/Used 2017 EMSI Custom Teeter Carts Designed to deliver up to full units of lumber, cut lumber, or small trusses. Featuring a tire/ caster combination allowing more control, ability to maneuver in rough conditions indoors and outdoors, and shortened pivotradius for more maneuverability in tighter areas. Provides maximum utility in truss plants, panel plants and lumber yards (14) Standard and (8) Heavy-Duty available immediately. Platform Dimensions: 50" wide x 72" long. Overall width with tires 68". "Heavy-Duty" Capacity - 5500 lbs. "Standard" Capacity – 2850 lbs.

Dotul Door Stop Stitcher Click Here for details $4,900 FOB GA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Priced at $950 - $1300.00 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 800-344-3433 www.eidemachinery.com

Full House & RUVO Door Machinery •Full House Diamond 3001 Door Machine ($7,250) •Full House Strike Jamb Router ($1,250) •RUVO 1300 Double End Door Trim Saw ($2,950) •RUVO 808 SPLA Casing Miter and Kerf Duplex Saw ($2,100) •Package price for all 4 machines ($11,900) FOB NY Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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B.A.M. CNC Stair Stringer Router Remanufactured, Builders Automation Machinery [BAM] model CNC/MFSR stair router. Does contemporary, box and open stairs, and is the only machine available that also cuts the top and bottom landings. Programmable with a large library stored in the machine for almost all box and open stringers. Remanufactured to include new wiring, rebuilt spindle motors, new drives and is equipped with two variable frequency drive, 5 horsepower, 3 phase motors. Comes with a six-month warranty. A portable 4-bag, 3 phase vacuum which is switched on at the machine controls is available for an additional $1,568. Installation by the OEM is available at an additional charge. 230 volt, 3 phase, 60 amp electrical requirements. 120 p.s.i. at 35 CFM air requirements. $52,000

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RUVO Model 925 Door Machining Center Interior & Exterior Door Machine will automatically: bore for the main lock hole. bore for the latch hole. rout for the rectangular latch plate. bore for the strike hole. rout for the rectangular strike plate. mortise for two or three hinges in both door & hinge jamb. Specifications: Door Height: 6’-6” to 8’-0”. Door Width: 1’-4” to 4’-0”. Door Thickness: 1 3/8” or 1 3/4”. Butt Sizes: 3 1/2”, 4” or 4 1/2”. Jamb Width: 2 1/2” or 10 1/2”. Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

Norfield Magnum Door & Jamb Machine Door Sizing/Beveling. Lock & Latch Drilling. Hinge Butt Routing in the Door & Jamb. Faceplate Routing up to 1 1/8” x 2 3/4”. Air Predrill & Air Screwdriver. Width: Doors to 4-0, Jambs to 10 1/2”. Height: Doors to 8-0, Jambs to 8-0. Thickness: Doors to 1 3/4”, Jambs to 1 1/8”. Butt Sizes to 5” x 5”. Butt Spacing: Infinitely Variable. Lock Backsets from 2 3/8” to 5”. 230 Volt / 3 Phase $8,000 NOW $5,900 FOB WA Wasserman & Associates 800-382-0329 www.wasserman-associates.com

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Forward Thinking. Respecting the Past. Ask most people about the lumber industry and you’ll get a fairly predictable list of descriptions. What you’re not likely to hear are terms like: ● technologically advanced, ● sustainable logging, ● small log harvesting, ● green lumber products, ● commitment to healthy communities, and ● ecologically-minded forest management When people talk about Vaagen Brothers, that’s exactly what you’ll hear. Working in the forests of Washington for more than 50 years, we’ve learned to take the best of traditional logging and lumber milling practices and combine them with advanced production technologies and forward-thinking sustainable forest management practices to create a company that’s as vibrant and growing as the healthy forests and ecosystems necessary to its success. Contact us: (509) 684-5071 or info@vaagenbros.com

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Get Your Building Official to Vote on Code Changes Robert Glowinski is the President & CEO of the American Wood Council (AWC).

The International Code Council (ICC) building code update process for the 2021 code cycle is officially underway!

In late December, the ICC Tall Wood Building Ad-hoc Committee submitted a package of 19 proposed changes for the 2021 edition of the building code that would collectively allow for the construction of tall wood buildings up to 18 stories, or 270 feet in height. The maximum allowance of 18-story applies to low-risk occupancies, such as businesses and multi-family residential construction, while other occupancies have lower allowances. Taking advantage of the structural and fire performance properties of mass timber, these code changes would revolutionize the market for mid-rise and tall buildings, and would, for the first time, open these markets to architectural designs using wood. The Ad-hoc Committee making the proposals, comprised of building officials, fire officials, engineers, architects, and material interests, agreed that the changes being proposed were comprehensive, enforceable, and well substantiated. Submission of these proposals marks an important step toward advancement of tall wood in the United States, a carbon-sequestering alternative in construction. But they first need to be approved under the ICC process, which limits voting to qualified government representatives such as building and fire officials. For this reason, AWC is encouraging you to ensure that qualified officials from your town, and others you may know who are government officials, are eligible to vote in ICC’s online voting system called cdpAccess. Please share with them that code officials and government agencies must be members of the International Code Council by March 16, 2018, and have validated their voting privileges at www.iccsafe.org/EVDS prior to September 24, 2018. Additionally, AWC offers a free membership program, Code Official Connections, to qualified building and fire officials. The program ensures code officials are among the first recipients of the most up-to-date building code related wood design and construction information and technical support regarding traditional and engineered wood products. Benefits include receiving one free AWC/ANSI electronic standard and WoodPost, an electronic newsletter written specifically for U.S. building and fire code officials. We would be pleased to provide this membership to your qualified local officials and they can register for the free Model of a nine-story mass timber tower, Code Official Connections program at: http://www.awc.org/codeconnections. the Murray Grove building in London, which was on display during the National Building

Other nations have already seen the benefits of tall wood construction – the Museum’s “Timber City” exhibit. (Photo low carbon footprint, ease of construction and reduced construction time. It’s time courtesy of AWC) to engage to make sure the United States has the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of tall wood construction. Please help us get there!

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Safety Information for Post-Frame Truss Installation

he recent jobsite installation accident involving truss construction, “Three injured in north Washington County barn collapse,” (http://www.twincities.com/2017/12/05/scandia-washington-county-barn-collapse-three-injured/) is a reminder of the incredible value of BCSI-B10 for truss installation contractors who install trusses spanning up to 81-ft. and spaced up to 12-ft. on-center. In some collapse cases that I have investigated, the installation contractors had successfully installed typical “house trusses” without incident, but had not previously installed 60-ft. (or greater) widely-spaced trusses, 14–16 ft. above grade. The safe erection of typical long-span trusses used in pole barn (postframe) construction is challenging and requires knowledge of special truss erection techniques. While I am not aware of details of the planned construction and Washington County accident, the news report sounds all too familiar. From the news report, the situation sounds like a typical failure mode of long-span trusses during the installation process: “The men were putting up trusses….when they noticed ‘a sway or a bend in the trusses’.” The “sway or a bend” is typically caused by “compressive stresses” in the top chords. When the compressive stress reaches a critical level, buckling of the chords can occur and cause a catastrophic collapse. Fortunately for contractors, guidance on how to safely erect long-span widely-spaced trusses was developed and published in 1998 by the Truss Plate Institute (TPI). The 1998 document, HIB-98, was later revised and updated by SBCA and TPI, and published as BCSI-B10 by SBCA: http://support.sbcindustry.com/images/publication_images/ b10.pdf. It should be noted that the special installation techniques presented in the B10 were written by a small group of about 5–6 post-frame engineers with long experience in both post-frame design and truss installation as well. While the BCSI-B10 method for safely installing widely-spaced long-span trusses is well illustrated for the contractor, the purpose of this article is to draw attention to important building design details and installation steps that must be coordinated by the Building Designer and truss installation contractor.

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Creating a “Truss Sandwich” for Safety The proven technique used by the most experienced design-build post-frame designers and contractors is to create a “truss sandwich” by extending the gable end wall columns up to the top chords of the gable end truss. As depicted by Figure H from HIB-98 Post Frame Summary Sheet shown here, the gable end trusses are stabilized from “rollover” by structural connections between the end-wall columns and top and bottom chords.

Figure H from HIB-98. Temporary bracing with a blue oval and circle added to call attention to the end-wall columns being extended to the top chord of the gable end truss and the sidewall columns being notched or nail-laminated with one layer trimmed to provide a wood-to-wood truss bearing support.

Importantly, these safety precautions have been maintained during the document’s evolution from HIB-98 to BCSI-B10. Page 2 of BCSI-B10 provides the following instruction under Important Notes on Limitations of Recommendations:

3. For gable style roofs, the end-walls shall have columns that extend to the top chord of the gable end truss with adequate contact between the top chord and column for a structural connection. The gable end trusses are stabilized against rollover by connecting the top and bottom chords to the end-wall columns or engineered bracing system.

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This focus on end-wall stabilization is critical to successful installation (picture 1).

Picture 1. Example of post-frame end-wall columns extended to the top chord of the gable end truss. (Photo courtesy of Stockade Buildings Inc.)

Another important feature of the “truss sandwich” method is to stabilize the truss heels against rollover by extending the side-wall columns to the mid-height of the truss heel plus a structural connection between the truss heel and side-wall column. The BCSI-B10 Important Notes section on page 2 continues with Notes 4 and 5:

4. Side-wall columns extend above the mid-height of the truss heel at the connection of the column and the truss. 5. Truss heels are connected to columns or headers (i.e. beams, girders) to resist rollover at the heel. Continued next page

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An example detail for meeting the requirement of Notes 4 and 5 is shown in picture 2.

Picture 2. Bolted connection of truss to a 3-ply laminated column resists rollover of the heel during construction. (Photo courtesy of Stockade Buildings Inc.)

Conceptually, based on the full implementation of Notes 3, 4 and 5, the gable end trusses and truss heels are stabilized against rotation. Thus, the building design details inherently enhance the likelihood of a safe truss installation process by virtue of the fact that the truss support columns provide support to the trusses when they are lifted onto the roof and (positively) connected to the side-wall columns. Once the truss heels are stabilized by the side-wall column connection, roof purlins (acting as Continuous Lateral Restraint [CLR]) can be installed at the Maximum Spacing Between Rows of Lateral Restraint per Table 1 on page 5 of B10. In Table 1, the maximum spacing between rows of lateral restraint, either 10, 8, or 6-ft on-center, accommodates the later installation of purlins at 2-ft. on-center. From B10 Table 1, the application of the Top Chord Temporary Lateral Restraint Schedule is limited: Continued next page

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Table 1 is applicable for symmetrical triangular metal plate connected wood trusses with pitched top chords of 3:12 or greater and flat bottom chords. Other truss types are expressly excluded. … FOR TRUSS CONFIGURATIONS, SPANS AND/OR TOP CHORD GRADES NOT COVERED BY TABLE 1, CONSULT A REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL.

Care must be taken at each step to ensure proper installation.

Chronological Steps are Critical for Success Beyond the BCSI-B10 recommendations for critically important wall-column design details that enable the wall framing to help stabilize the trusses during installation, a unique feature of B10 for post-frame is the detailed sequence of steps needed to ensure a safe truss installation. On page 3 under TEMPORARY INSTALLATION RESTRAINT/BRACING PRINCIPLES, it states: Use the following chronological steps to provide temporary installation restraint/bracing for truss installation.

In this section, you will find four pages describing four detailed Steps in chronological order, that is, 1, 1.1, 1.2, 2, 2.1–2.3, and so on. The order of installation work matters such that all forces present and generated during the truss installation process have a “complete load path” to the columns, braced walls, and eventually to the ground.

Permanent Bracing Addressed BCSI-B10 also addresses permanent bracing. Pages 7 through 12 contain design data and figures that clearly show the need and position of “diagonal braces” for stabilizing continuous lateral restraint (CLR) bracing. This practice would help mitigate what I have observed throughout my career—the collapse of long buildings (400–600 ft.) with webs having one or two CLRs and, at best, only a couple diagonal braces. On page 9, Figures Q, R, and S depict the diagonal bracing required for web members. This information is important for all parties using long-span and widely-spaced trusses

Opportunity for Component Manufacturers Component manufacturers have an excellent opportunity to inform post-frame/polebarn project customers on the availability of BCSI-B10 Summary Sheet and its value for accomplishing a safe installation. This critical information is easy to obtain and distribute. In my opinion, the 12-page document (in color) is a “truss safety treasure” for the post-frame method and common applications that range from barns to schools. To my knowledge, the method or special technique for long-span widely-spaced truss installation has been successful without a reported accident.

Frank Woeste, P.E., is Professor Emeritus, Virginia Tech University and a wood construction consultant. He can be contacted by e-mail: fwoeste@vt.edu

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LAYMAN'S LUMBER MARKET BRIEF By Matt Layman Publisher, Layman’s Lumber Guide COMPONENT MANUFACTURER'S EDITION

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So You and Your Company are Ready to Accomplish New Goals and Take the First Steps to Improve By Keith Parker Structural Building Components Industry Professional Certified Lean Practitioner

#5 in our Ready for Change? article series

s the owner of your company, you have outlined new goals to improve and grow your company. You have reached consensus; each staff member understands your vision and that change will bring mutual benefits. Key management has committed to the changes required to move forward. You have committed to identifying high impact challenges, uncovering root causes, and solving specific problems.

What are the next steps and what tools or methods will you use to make progress? Companies such as Toyota, John Deere, and Nike have all adopted Lean processes to increase efficiencies and drive growth. Lean is a qualitative and quantitative approach to reduce waste and improve efficiencies. The Lean process is designed to reduce cycle time. Each of these companies discovered that to accomplish new goals they needed to reduce waste in both process and assembly. Lean defines 8 types of waste that impact productivity and process: 1) Waste of Motion (excessive movement to gather and assemble parts) 2) Excess Transportation (unneeded movement of parts to and from assembly areas) 3) Overproduction (cutting or fabricating extra parts or product) 4) Extra Inventory (excess raw materials or processed parts) 5) Waiting (time wasted waiting for parts, jig setup, or removal of finished product from assembly area) 6) Over Processing (performing steps in design or specification that your customer does not value or pay for) 7) Defects (errors and omissions) 8) Under Utilization of Talent (not seeking input or collaboration)

So once you know the wastes to identify, how do you uncover them? The Lean DMAIC process is a very effective tool for pinpointing waste in both processes and fabrication. DMAIC stands for Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control. Let me shed light on each of these steps. •

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Workplace Distractions Some workplace distractions and interruptions are unavoidable but others – if not properly controlled or regulated -- could lead to injuries, lost productivity, and a decrease in worker morale. Work interruptions are a distraction that can result in work errors or accidents. Before addressing or responding to another person, workers should shut down or disengage any work tool, equipment, or processes. Job training should include instructions not to interrupt others during a critical job phase or process. Instruction manuals and procedural guidebooks should be kept on site to answer frequently asked questions and thereby eliminate the need to interrupt or distract other workers. External noise from tools, mobile equipment, and processes can be distracting in industrial and construction work environments. In work situations where loud or constant noise is unavoidable, hearing protection devices can eliminate or decrease unwanted and distracting noise. In other work environments even notso-loud sounds can be a distracting annoyance. Constantly ringing phones, conversations, and loud faxes, copiers, and printers can distract workers from their job tasks or -- depending on the level or duration of the noise -- can contribute to workplace stress. Electronic devices such as cell phones, IPODS, and PDAs can be the source of serious distractions in some work environments. Check with your supervisor to find out if these electronics are allowed where you work. If these devices are approved in your workplace, as a courtesy to your co-workers, make sure you keep your cell phone on a low volume or silent when you work. To maximize work safety and performance, turn email notifications off and disable instant messaging. Don’t answer the phone or emails when you’re in the middle of a task – let it ring to voicemail then check messages later -- preferably on your break time. In some work environments wearing a headset with low volume music can be relaxing to workers and help them to safely focus on their work. However, wearing headphones on a construction or industrial site can be dangerous if it prevents workers from hearing warning signals, mobile equipment backup alarms, and safety instructions.Walking around while talking on the phone or wearing a headset distracts your attention from safety and could result in a slip or fall or cause you to run into or be struck by something or someone.

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Algunas distracciones e interrupciones en el sitio de trabajo son inevitables, pero otras – si no están debidamente controladas o reguladas – pueden conducir a lesiones, pérdida de productividad y disminución de la moral de los trabajadores. Las interrupciones en sus tareas son una distracción que puede resultar en errores o accidentes en el trabajo. Antes de hablarle o contestar a otra persona, el trabajador debe apagar o desconectar cualquier herramienta, equipo o proceso que esté en funcionamiento. La capacitación para el trabajo debe incluir instrucciones de no interrumpir a otros trabajadores durante una fase crítica de la tarea o del proceso. Los manuales de instrucciones y las guías de procedimientos deben tenerse en el sitio de trabajo para contestar preguntas frecuentes y eliminar así la necesidad de interrumpir o distraer a otros trabajadores. Los ruidos externos, provenientes de herramientas, equipos móviles y procesos, pueden ser una distracción en ambientes de trabajo industrial o de construcción. En situaciones de trabajo en las que los ruidos fuertes o constantes son inevitables, se deben usar dispositivos para la protección de los oídos con el objeto de eliminar o disminuir los ruidos no deseados que pueden causar distracciones. En otros ambientes de trabajo, ciertos ruidos, aunque no muy fuertes, pueden ser una molestia por distracción. Teléfonos que timbran constantemente, conversaciones y máquinas de fax, copiadoras o impresoras ruidosas pueden distraer a los trabajadores de sus tareas de trabajo o — dependiendo del nivel y la duración del ruido — pueden contribuir al estrés en el sitio de trabajo. Los dispositivos electrónicos, tales como teléfonos celulares, iPods, y PDA pueden ser una fuente importante de distracción en ciertos ambientes de trabajo. Consulte con su supervisor para saber si estos dispositivos electrónicos están permitidos donde usted trabaja. Si dichos dispositivos están permitidos en su sitio de trabajo, como cortesía a sus compañeros de trabajo, asegúrese de que su teléfono celular esté ajustado a bajo volumen o silencioso en el trabajo. Para maximizar la seguridad y rendimiento en el trabajo, apague las notificaciones de correo electrónico e inhabilite los mensajes instantáneos. No conteste el teléfono ni a los correos electrónicos cuando esté efectuando una tarea – deje timbrar el teléfono y que pase a mensaje de voz y revise dichos mensajes más tarde – preferentemente durante un descanso. En algunos ambientes de trabajo, usar audífonos con música a bajo volumen puede relajar al trabajador y ayudarlo a concentrarse en sus tareas con seguridad. Sin embargo, el uso de audífonos en sitios industriales o de construcción puede ser peligroso si impiden oír señales de advertencia, alarmas de retroceso de equipos móviles e instrucciones de seguridad. Caminar mientras habla por teléfono o usa audífonos puede distraerlo de la seguridad y puede resultar en un resbalón o caída, o ser atropellado por un vehículo o tropezar contra otras personas.

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ID: C10789 Production Manager/Supervisor - Truss/ Panel Relocation: Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, USA - Northwest, Wisconsin 20 years experience. Responsible for all aspects of truss and panel production, inventory, performance reviews. 65 workers, $9M year. WTCA quality control certified.

ID: C11636 General Manager - Truss Relocation: USA - ALL States 20+ Years truss industry experience from Design Manager to Owner/GM of a $7M truss manufacturing company. Turned a plant hemorrhaging money into an extremely profitable facility, earning an 51% ownership stake in the company. I managed all aspects of the company from production and admin to Human Resources, design, and sales. P&L responsible for the financial management of lines of credit, accounting, and analysis. Worked directly with major accounts, trained and supported sales manager and staff. Developed market focus and worked closely with sales manager to support technical and design areas of expertise. Organized manufacturing systems and procedures to control costs and quality, oversaw buying to keep costs at a minimum and inventory lean but available. Developed LEAN procedures that minimized labor steps, eliminated duplication between stations, and made sure that safety procedures and reporting requirement were maintained. Overall, I had a hands on role in all areas of the company to make sure it operated efficiently and very profitably. Market conditions and competition from larger competitors ultimately required us to close the company.

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

Hiring Zone - Available Candidates ID: C10199 Senior Designer - Truss/Panel/EWP/I-Joist/ Framing Package Relocation: Tennessee, Washington, Kentucky Candidate has 15 years industry experience, 4-5 years experience in this position, and 10 years in subordinate positions leading to this position. Products include floor trusses, roof trusses, wall panels, I-Joists, EWP, hardware, and complete framing packages. Markets include tract, single family, single family custom, multi-family, and light commercial. Primary duties include design, layout, optimization, cutting/production documents, and takeoff. Secondary duties include checking others work, customer service, inside sales, software maintenance, network administration, training, and filling in for the Design Manager as needed. Software experience includes MiTek, Truswal, Comsoft/IBS, TJ Expert, AutoCAD, and I am willing to learn new software.

February 2018 #10223 Page #88 ID: C11760 Management/Operations/Sales - Building Components, LBM Manufacturing Relocation: USA - ALL States, Arizona, California, Colorado, Alabama, Florida, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, New Hampshire, South Carolina I am an Accomplished Manufacturing and Operations Leader with a history of increasing responsibility. My proven experience covers contractor building materials and manufacturing to the construction and turnkey fields. I have over 16 years of management and leadership experience, and am seeking a management position with a progressive company that offers advancement commensurate to job performance.

ID: C11324 Designer/Estimator - Truss/Panel/I-Joist/ Single & Multifamily Relocation: South Carolina

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

10 Years experience. Quoting and designing pre-fabricated roof and floor truss systems for custom residential, tract builders, and commercial construction. Light wall panel quoting. Provided excellent work quality in self sufficient manner while working from my home office. Provided excellent customer support. Software: MiTek, eFrame, AutoCAD, TJ Beam. WTCA-I, CSI Graduate.

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ID: C17224 Remote Truss Designer | Remote Truss Design Manager Relocation: USA - ALL States, Georgia 5 Star candidate! Wants to start remote and is not opposed to relocation once he is comfortable with the company and their location. Tested senior designer in under an hour. MiTek software, single family, commercial, mega multifamily expereince. This is one of the best candidates I have seen this year. Definitely "A" list... I'm not saying more about him for confidentiality reasons.

ID: C18266 Senior Sales Management | General Manager | Regional Manager Relocation: Arizona, California, Texas, USA - Southwest Proven Engineered Wood Components industry leader with 20 years of experience. Expert level knowledge of wood trusses, wall panels, I-joist and related products. Seeking a long-term leadership position with a progressive company. Built and developed new start up locations from 0 to upwards of 45 million dollars in annual revenue.

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ID: C11638 General Manager/Division Manager - Truss/ Panel/EWP/Lumber Relocation: Colorado, Conneticut, Delaware, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, North Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Oregon, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, New Hampshire, Vermont An energetic, out-of-the-box, problemsolving, executive with a science-based holistic approach to manufacturing, building products and other business operations; I am recognized for my vision, business acumen, integrity, work ethic and capability to cultivate durable professional relationships. Practitioner of “Lean and JIT” manufacturing principles, setting metrics, improving key performance indicators, reducing costs, expanding production capacity and sales – all improving the bottom line. Skilled in business analysis, strategic planning, market and sales development; ability to drive multi-million dollar growth, institute “Best Practices” for small to medium emerging and expanding companies, managing budgets to $ 30M with full P&L accountability and oversight. FAX: 800-524-4982

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The Hiring Zone - Available Candidates .com, inc. 20+ Years of truss/panel/EWP manufacturing multiple plants and design teams, worked Remote / Satellite Truss Designer Roof / and business management experience. In closely with material suppliers on take offs Floor truss design utilizing Mitek Sapphire design software. Project estimating, 2006 at the height of residential construction and estimating. including roof system, floor system, and wall distributed $ 24.0 in Lumber, Architectural Millwork and Windows and $ 8.5 M in I've worked for decades in the construction panels. Responsible for 100% of quoting and manufactured wood components. In this industry. Not only in new construction, preparations for production for our #2 and position optimized design and production but additions and remodels as well using #4 clients. Maintained a database for a major process, which increased output and reduced innovative designs for added value and to tract builder, producing 5-8 house a week. labor and material costs. Hired trained and drive down cost. In addition to experience mentored middle management; negotiated with MiTek, Wallbuilder and other design Truss & Engineered Wood Products Design union labor contracts. Implemented software packages, I have extensive manual Manager / Sales. Oversaw all aspects “Lean and JIT” fabrication procedures; trig/math skills. I use these to back check of Truss & Engineered Wood Products consolidated raw material inventory, questionable loads as well to design from operations and sales. Maintained personal implemented batch fabrication process scratch in the field when needed. I have also sales accounts, as well as developed new and continuous production flow. Enhanced written tutorials for the training of others clients. Customer service from the quote scheduling system to accurately track and checked other designer's work as a stage to production, including verifying production and achieve on-time delivery, Design Manager at a Panel Plant. All things sight conditions and field measuring. established QC metrics, quality assurance being equal, I love working in components Produced production drawings and reviewed We’re here when you need help! and OSHA-approved safety programs. whether designing, cutting, building or / corrected design staff, MiTek / Truss Joist visit: www.thejobline.com software. Responsible for maintaining After 2006, helped company downsize and setting components at the site. email: mail@thejobline.com lumber / plate inventory. then worked as a consultant for turn around opportunities. Computer literate, Alpine and or call Thomas McAnally MiTek experience, Microsoft Office. ID: C11630 for Personalized Service ID: C16126 Truss Designer | Remote Truss Designer STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL! Truss Design Manager | Location Manager Relocation: South Carolina | MIT ID: C18250 Remote Senior Light Gage Steel Truss/ 13 years' experience in truss design. 2 Relocation: Texas, USA - South, USA Attention Candidates! Panel Designer. years as Design Manager. Scored near Southwest, Utah, USA - Western Is your JobLine Candidate Profile Relocation: Texas Senior Designer with only a calculator, Presentation Ready? Request a Go to Top level Light Gage Steel Senior Remote MiTek, AutoCAD, FASTBeam, TJ Beam I'm dedicated to being the best in what Meeting on-line conference to review your Designer with Truss and Panel and well as software. Has worked remote and in office. I do. Aside from being one of the top current JobLine Candidate Profile. We can metal frame commercial project experience. Considering relocation as shown. 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Design wall panels; create career, but to share my knowledge and 18 years Design experience with 3 as a wall panel section and placement plan using skills with others. WTCA QC/QA, MiTek Senior Designer. Primary duties: design, AutoCAD/MITEK design programs. Create Sapphire, CAD, BSME. TheJobLine searches year around for layout, and optimization. Secondary fabrication reports and send to fabricator candidates that meet our employer ’s duties: checking others work and repairs. along with approved sections, placement requirements. With our state of the art Software used: MiTek Sapphire, Robbins, plans, and panel elevations. Is looking to ID: C15958 website, multiple job board subscriptions, Operations/Plant Manager - Millwork | truss designer testing, and the JobLine Keymark, and AutoCAD. Component work remotely. 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In addition to being and advancing to multi-plant operations Put me on your team and I will show you ID: C18242 a newer wall panel designer, I have learned manager. Door experience includes how having theJobLine as your “Recruiter Wall Panel Designer | Truss Designer software such as Mitek Sapphire, Revit managing three Production Managers and Down the Hall” can solve your hiring needs. Relocation: Wisconsin 11 years' experience designing Wall Panels, 2017, Bluebeam Revu 2016. I have recently five Production Supervisors, consisting of 3 designing Trusses. Out since the crash but done jobs such as designing garages and 300 hourly employees producing 11,000 interested in getting back into the job. Past adding on additions to homes. Jobs I have doors and 10,000 face frames per day. 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Hiring Zone - Available Candidates • Coordinating between Architect, Structural Engineer and General contractor to find conflicts to prevent the delay in schedule during the construction phase. • Full Design of wall panels and the layout of the panels and bundles to speed the framing of floors and trusses. Wall Panel Designer.

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ID: C17213 Remote Truss Designer Relocation: California My professional objective is to obtain a position with a Building Components Manufacturer that will allow me to work forty-plus hours per week from anywhere in the United States. I am a production specialist and work best given the freedom to work on my own with multiple projects setting in my queue. With me, pressure produces results. I enjoy working on Custom, high-end residential projects where the design is challenging. I also enjoy working on tract developments and multi-family projects but bigger, more complex projects are more rewarding and offer a since of accomplishment. One of the key factors to my success is my ability to visualize structure. I know how to put buildings together in the most practical and efficient way. Thom's Notes: Candidate has been out of truss design a few years but has been in total envelope design for Architects including PHONE: 800-289-5627

ID: C16169 Remote Truss Designer | Remote Wall Panel Designer Relocation: USA - ALL States My objective to find a company that I can use my skills to work as a remote designer. I have a successful design business now but would like to be part of a growing company with benefits. Has MiTek and ITW software experience. Excellent test scores. 5 Star candidate.

ID: C11827 Remote Estimator - Truss/EWP/Lumber/ Construction Relocation: Alabama, Florida, Georgia Read and interpret blueprints and drawings, generate quantity take-offs on building materials, design I-joist floor systems, design 2x floor systems, design stick built roof/ceiling joist systems, create layouts for the above roof/floor systems, as a Remote Estimator. Bachelor's Degree in Building Construction. Tested 73 on the JLTDSE.

ID: C13445 Truss Designer | Wall Panel Designer | Truss Cutting Technician Relocation: Texas, Arizona 2 years' experience. Perfect entry level candidate. Design light gauge steel walls and trusses for residential homes and small commercial buildings. AutoCAD certificate with Architectural focus. From the candidate: I have a strong architectural background and come from a construction family. I've seen or worked in most facets of the construction field. From masonry work to framing to roofing since I was a teenager. I'm very passionate about what I do , self motivated and always strive to be the best. Very picky with my work and I don't like to do anything wrong and failure is not an option for me. I always try to do whatever is needed to achieve company goals.

ID: C16034 Truss Designer, Truss Designer - SmallMedium Multifamily, Wall Panel Designer, Wall Panel Designer - Remote, Senior Wall Panel Designer, Wall Panel Design Manager Relocation: Massachusetts As Senior Architectural Panel Designer Coordinating architectural and structural plans to develop manufactured walls sections for install in field such tasks as:

ID: C11781 Truss Design Manager Relocation: New York Worked on the most complicated custom projects, commercial buildings, and apartment complexes. Quickly became a team leader and was considered company wide as an expert in truss framing and computer applications. Provided training for a group of 30 experienced component designers in topics including load tracking, truss and layout optimization, and hardware specification. Optimization training helped to reduced material costs by 5%. Developed departmental procedures to increase consistency and accuracy of all designs and estimates. Reduced errors on repetitive projects by 25% by creating the master project file database, which organized and provided fast and easy access to project information. Streamlined estimating process for commercial construction projects. Analyzed the final cost of completed projects and applied results to new estimates. Reduced estimating time by 75% Managed up to 10 designers/sales reps. Software: MiTek, AutoCAD.

ID: C15999 Outside Sales - Truss | Wall Panel | EWP | Installed Sales Relocation: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia 16 years' experience in outside sales of trusses, wall panels, engineered wood components, stairs and other building materials. Projects range from tract to high volume multifamily apartments. Has developed new territory, improved sales in lagging markets, and met or exceeded sales goals in most years. Has turn key installed sales experience, and has limited design skills from the past. Please inquire for additional information. Easy relocate.

ID: C15995 Truss Designer - MiTek Relocation: Florida Truss Designer. Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, and cutting/production documents. Secondary duties: checking others work. Software used: MiTek and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses and roof trusses. Market experience includes single family, multi-

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ID: C11596 Design Manager/Senior Designer - Truss/IJoist/EWP Relocation: Quebec, Ontario, Alberta Schedule design work (Roof and Floor) to my design team, re-check all design prior to production, and training of my team. I also design roof and floor system for the custom home we get. I also get involve in sales as a technical representative. Software: MiTek, AutoCAD, Keymark, Alpine. Distribue le travaille (Ferme de toit & Poutrelle de plancher) pour mon equipe, Agis comme personne ressource,fais la verification final avant la production et dessine les plans de montage du toit et du plancher pour les maisons plus complex assignee a mon equipe. J'ai aussi un role de representant technique. Programme: Mitek, AutoCAD, Keymark, Alpine

ID: C15891 Truss Production Manager | Supeprvisor Relocation: Colorado Oversaw day-to-day operations of plant, trained new employees on all plant machinery, ensured plant met production deadlines, shipping and receiving of materials, loading of finished product onto trucks for delivery, documentation of managerial related records, forklift certified. 7 years' experience, began as a sawyer. My objective is to utilize my experience in production work and building trusses, and working with a strong team in an established company. Continue to learn new procedures, systems, skills, and earn more about the truss building industry. I enjoy working with my hands, building things, and having a sense of pride in the high quality of the end product.

ID: C15857 Senior Truss Designer | Remote Truss Designer | Design Manager Relocation: California Truss Designer. Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, cutting/production documents, and takeoff. Secondary duties: checking others work, scheduling, repairs, customer service, inside sales, and field measurements. Software used: MiTek and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses, roof trusses, I-Joists, EWP, and hardware. Market experience includes tract, single family, single family custom, multifamily, and light commercial. My volume was varied depending on projects. Has used MiTek, Alpine, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office programs. FAX: 800-524-4982

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The Hiring Zone - Available Candidates .com, inc. market reports to make bulk purchases, The candidate has been out of the industry, ID: C10810 working in parallel jobs, and wants to return Designer/Inside Sales - Truss decreasing effects of lumber pricing spikes and maximizing profitability. Led QA teams to a design position. Scored Senior Designer Relocation: Virginia using an HP calculator, 8 years after his and customers through the resolution of last truss design job. Speed was faster than 6 years design experience, 1 inside sales. design and production errors, back charge average too. It may take a little time for Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, resolution, and sales negotiations. Increased him to get up to speed on the latest software. cutting/production documents, and takeoff. overall productivity by 40% through Ranked 5 out of 5 in our system. Secondary duties: scheduling, repairs, lean processes and best practice analysis. customer service, inside sales, and field Facilitated Root Cause Safety Investigations measurements. Software used: MiTek, in regards to safety and equipment failures. ID: C11251 AutoCAD, and CAD - Other. Component Management - Truss/Panel/EWP experience includes floor trusses and roof Increased plant output capacity from $250k Relocation: USA - ALL States trusses. Market experience includes tract, a month to $1mil a month in primary facility. single family, single family custom, multi- Managed the sourcing and procurement Oversaw all areas of operations and family, light commercial, and agriculture. of $1-3mil in raw materials, supplies, and production as well as managers of those My volume was varied depending on equipment for the entire facility. Scheduled areas, a total of 35 employees. Led company projects. Past carpenter and framer. Has all in and outbound freight of approximately from operating in red to the black in first an engineering related associates degree/ 25-50 truckloads weekly. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here when you need help! year. Responsible for P & L. Brought drafting visit: www.thejobline.com labor percentage from 26% to 14-15%. email: mail@thejobline.com Increased gross margin by 10%. Led process Compensation: $45k+ ID: C11239 of branching into new areas of structural VP Operations/Multi Plant - Truss/Panel/ or call Thomas McAnally building components in a strategic alliance EWP/Lumber for Personalized Service with Keymark Enterprise. Relocation: Texas ID: C14506 STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL! EWP Designer | Estimator | Inside Sales Compensation: $60k+ Multi-plant operations manager with Relocation: Virginia Available Candidates extensive P&L, executive, and operations systems. Manage all operations including Experienced with AutoCAD, iLevel, TJ experience. Responsible for 10+ locations, production management and scheduling, ID: C15796 Beam, and TJ xPert software to produce single family, multifamily, commercial. fleet procurement and management, all Production Manager - Truss framing layouts for TrusJoist engineered More information available in resume and HR functions and all accounting/banking Relocation: North Carolina, Florida wood products. Responsible for working profile. functions. with builders and retailers to create the 20 years experience. Oversaw all the Truss most cost effective solution for their project. Compensation: TBD production and also the warehouse. In the Creating quotes from layouts. Calculate ID: C11264 Truss department, I made sure the line had gravity loads and sizing wood products to Thom's Notes: I have recruited for this Senior Management: Building Components/ what materials they needed to build, usually support the load. Understanding the IRC candidate when he was VP of Operations Systems for the next days orders. I tried to keep building code for wood-framed structures. over multiple plants. He rates 5/5 on our Relocation: USA - ALL States, Alabama, them at least one day ahead, unless there Explaining structural framing details to scale. Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, were special orders. I made sure production builders and salespeople. Training other Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, quotas were meet. I helped to set budgets for designers in load development and design South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Arizona the Truss and warehouse, then maintained software. ID: C11348 that budget. In the warehouse, I made sure Sales/Management - Truss/Panel/EWP/ Director of Field Operations/Field workers were pulling the orders correctly Software Engineering Mgr./Senior Manufacturing then also loading them correctly on the ID: C12325 Relocation: USA - Eastern, Florida, USA E n g i n e e r, S y s t e m s D e v e l o p e r a n d truck. I instilled a clean work area ethic in Truss Production Manager, Truss Plant - South Implementer of residential construction my employees. I hired, fired and trained Manager component processes ranging from cost all the truss department and warehouse Relocation: Texas, Colorado, USA - Eastern, I have worked in the wood component controls, engineering design, manufacturing employees. When needed I would get on USA - South business since 1980. Over the years I have equipment, procedures, quality assurance the production line to help out, give breaks worked for plate & Software Vendors, and complete installation of the building or to just have a little fun at doing my old Daily responsibilities include staffing, Truss Manufacturers, started my own components. job. Between the two departments I was organizing and distributing work onto plant truss business and have run other peoples responsible for approximately 40 people. floor based on reaching productivity goals, businesses. I have pretty much done every Plant Manager for a manufacturer of Built roof and floor trusses, loose lumber daily scheduling of in and outbound freight, job you can find in a truss plant at least to engineered cold roll form steel structural packages. coordinating deliveries with customers, fill in when needed. My objective is to find components for the residential and light quality and process audits, and daily safety a company where I can use my experience commercial building industry. 2 foreman and audits. to help promote a profitable and safe work 15 personnel, managed sub-contractors for ID: C15763 environment. field erection and resolved field engineering Remote Truss Designer - MiTek, Multifamily Program lead for the execution of a second problems. Relocation: Kentucky manufacturing facility development plan; completed on time and on budget. ID: C12315 Divisional President/Director of Operations Truss Designer with 3 years experience, Established initiatives that increased sales COO/CFO/GM/SM - Truss/Panel/EWP/ for a$200M commercial building contractor. Sapphire, AutoCAD, MBA, and some ITW from $50k a month to $500k a month. LBM Within two years managed start up of a software experience. "Looking to work Responsible for logistical duties such as Relocation: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, separate self-sufficient profitable $5M for a well established truss company as a planning shipment, coordinating delivery Michigan, Ohio manufacturing and erection subsidiary remote designer in both wall panels and with couriers, and keeping the customer of engineered class-A steel and cold roll truss design. I want to continue to grow my informed of product arrival times of 10 Drove growth in Sales that necessitated form steel structural components for the design skills so that I can be the best designer to 25 truckloads weekly. Managed the recruitment of mid-level managers (Sales commercial and multi-family building than I can be. I enjoy the design aspect of inventory of items so as to stay within & Production) to help grow the Company. industry. Directed 4 managers in all business the job and look forward to working through the $500k lumber, $50k plates, and $35k Grew commercial and multi-family operations and 60 personnel nation wide. projects one day at a time." Experience with non-manufactured budget requirements. sales with over 100% growth in total residential, commercial, and multifamily Developed and utilized Excel SS with revenue. Developed and implemented design, with emphasis on multifamily. past lumber market trends and current improved plant management and safety

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email: mail@thejobline.com or call Thomas McAnally for Personalized Service STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL! Available Candidates Member of a multi company design build teams to provide more economical construction projects.

ID: C10234 Outside Truss Sales/Technical | Estimator Relocation: Colorado, Wyoming 35 years construction experience, 25 in truss sales. Sells Trusses wholesale. Sells Trusses to Builders and Owner Builders and service the account through Design, Pricing, Production, Delivery, Installation, and problem solving. Also service National accounts which involves solving all the in-field problems. Dealing directly with the project Supervisor on missing trusses, damaged, missing plates, trusses don't plane, don't work, design errors, bad deliveries, dealing also with the building inspectors, and project engineers. Will also consider a remote estimator position. Compensation: Mid $30's base plus commission.

ID: C15679 LGS Truss & Panel PE Relocation: USA - Eastern, USA - South As Engineering Manager I was responsible for oversight of all technical and engineering engagements. Design of light gauge metal trusses, wall panels, shear walls, for hotels, retirement homes and other commercial and residential structures. Making jobs viable by replacing red-iron with light gauge metal was key to solidifying more projects. I was actively engaged in computer software development of truss design and coordinating overseas programming efforts PHONE: 800-289-5627

into truss layout. As Senior Technical Services Engineer, I held the nation-wide responsibility for all light gauge cold-formed steel truss engineering including field applied repair design. I provided technical advice and counsel to our staff and functioned as a subject matter expert (SME) for all three product divisions. As a result, I augmented my professional registrations to include 38 States, 1 District, and 1 Canadian Province.

ID: C15673 Outside Sales - Truss/EWP/I-Joist Relocation: North Carolina I was responsible for calling on builders and retail lumberyards selling floor and roof trusses, LVL, EWP and hardware. I would talk to the builder or lumberyard salesperson to see what there exact needs were and would then do a hand takeoff to generate pricing. I was also available do make job site visits if there were any situations that needed resolved. I went to my new employer as an Account Manager we used Mitek along with management software. I was able to take 95% of my existing customers that knew how good a job I always did for them. I was able to grow the market from $0.00 to $2,500,000. I worked with track builders, custom home builders and light commercial. With my education and passion for the building industry it was easy for me to do my job. I enjoy dealing with people, reading blue prints and being able to provide my customers with valued engineering, a quality product and outstanding customer service.

ID: C15658 Senior Truss Designer Relocation: Saskatchewan As Design Manager: Primary duties: in house design staff supervision with a remote team (of designers) based in India, shop quality control, monitoring of work flow from sales to production and designer's training. Secondary duties: design, layout, optimization, and cutting/production documents checking others work, customer service, field measurements. Software used: MiTek and AutoCAD. Component experience includes floor trusses, roof trusses, I Joists, EWP, hardware, and lumber. Market experience includes single family, single family custom, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects. As Senior Truss Designer: Primary duties: design, layout, optimization, and cutting/ production documents. Secondary duties: checking others work, scheduling, field measurements, and training. Software used: MiTek. Component experience

Hiring Zone - Available Candidates includes roof trusses, hardware, and lumber. Market experience includes single family, single family custom, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. My volume was varied depending on projects. Canadian citizen, eligible for NAFTA visa. BSCE

ID: C10042 Designer/Estimator/Inside Sales - Truss Relocation: Utah I have 8 years industry experience and 7.5 years experience in this position. Markets include tract, single family, custom, high end, multi-family, light commercial, and agriculture. Products include floor trusses, roof trusses, I-Joists, lumber, and complete framing packages. My primary duties include design, layout, optimization, cutting/ production documents, and takeoff. I was also responsible for checking others work, repairs, customer service, inside sales, field measurements, training, and filling in for the Design Manager as needed. Software experience includes MiTek, TJ Expert. Compensation:$50k+

ID: C14608 Truss Designer Relocation: Florida My objective is to be a part of a Design Team where I can contribute to the success of the company. I like challenging projects, and consider it my job to complete my assigned work on time, not just punch a time clock and leave problems at the door. With that being said if needed I will put in extra hours to complete the task at hand. I got laid off as a truss designer back in 2007 and have done many things to keep food on the table. I have two years of Alpine experience as a designer and 4 years as a Truss Engineer II, plus 20 years of AutoCAD experience. Prior to that I was a layout designer for commercial floor plans and equipment. Please consider giving me a chance. I will work hard and get back up to speed fast. I have a certificate in Architectural Technology, plus training from Alpine, AutoCAD and Microstation. Compensation: Very Reasonable

ID: C10410 Outside Sales/Sales Manager/Product Manager - Modular/Building Components. Relocation: Illinois, Wisconsin, California, Colorado, USA - Southwest, USA - ALL States, British Columbia, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Quebec, South Carolina, Alberta, Canada - Western/Central

February 2018 #10223 Page #92 Market penetration, product management and project management specialist with over 15 years of experience. Works with Architects, Engineers, Building Inspectors, Manufacturers, and end users to develop, sell and produce projects including Tract Homes, Modular Homes (Single and Multi Story), and Component Packages. This is not a blue sky guy. He has hands on experience in Lumber Sales, Modular Home Sales, Builder/Developer Sales, and managing new products from concept, design, engineering, approvals, manufacturing, marketing, to successful sales programs. MBA: Marketing & Finance. Compensation: Open based on job and location.

ID: C14490 General Manager | Operations Manager | Turn Around Relocation: Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington DC, West Virginia, Arkansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Wisconsin, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kansas Full P&L turnaround of a family owned light gage steel panel manufacturing company. Turned it form a mom and pop, into a large, functioning manufacturing company that had systems, KPI programs, personnel development, and a growing customer base. Ready to help take your company to the next level.

ID: C11976 Design/Estimating/Sales - Truss/LGS Relocation: New York Experienced wood & cold formed steel truss designer with 12 years experience using MiTek Industries and Aegis Metal Framing products and software. Seasoned sales professional with 8 years experience selling; wood roof & floor trusses and accessories, metal roof trusses and accessories, and the sale of component design and engineering services. A highly motivated designer and sales person with a proven track record for achieving excellence, building long term business relationships, and providing impeccable service to contractors, engineers, architects, and developers throughout New York and New England. Specialize in design build and defense contracting from early pre-bid/qualification stages through installation.

Specializing in Sales Management, and Builder/Developer sales of Modular Homes and Engineered Building Components.

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Do you set your employees up to fail or succeed? Thomas McAnally The

JobLine In a prior life, many moons ago, I experienced different programs when it came to employee reviews and evaluations. Some were formalized, and others happened only when you had enough guts to ask your boss for a raise. Two companies that I worked for had programs which stood out in my mind as great. They were tools that could not only evaluate the employee but also evaluate the company’s human assets. Let’s look first at the “No guts, no glory” system, or gathering courage to ask for a raise. While some employers may feel giving regular subjective evaluations and, if pleased, a raise is giving money away, the risks can outweigh the savings. Some employees have no problem waltzing through the boss’s door and asking for a raise. They have done their homework and can articulate reasons why they warrant more. If the boss is in a good mood, the raise may happen. If not, chalk it up to bad timing. For those who have a hard time asking for a raise, anxiety and resentment can grow when they feel slighted. When someone is working hard, but not getting recognition in the form of a raise or promotion, they may stop working hard or look for another job. Some people find it easier to change jobs than ask for a raise. Pepsico Building Systems Division and Williams Scotsman are two companies I thought had good systems. Both employed a standardized review program, called Standards of Performance that set, measured, and evaluated performance based on expectations that both the employer and employee agreed to the previous year. What made them work was that every supervisor had to review every one of their direct reports annually and make recommendations to their boss based on the results. In addition, people were reviewed based on the prior year’s Standards of Performance and then set the ensuing year’s Standards of Performance based on attaining a realistically higher level of performance. If they accomplished the level spelled out in the standard, their job was considered acceptable and they usually got a cost of living increase. If they achieved more, they excelled and could receive a more substantial raise. If they failed to meet the standard, they were usually subject to a performance improvement program, intended to show them how to meet the standard. Bottom line, everyone knew what was expected, who was responsible to review them, and what they would be measured against, their Standards of Performance. What makes using Standards of Performance work is that the goals are realistic and define what the company expects if the employee does their job. Not some pie in the sky goals they should attain that are above and beyond normal, but what is acceptable performance. The employee has a chance to review and accept or question their standards for the next year. That “Buy In” from both employee and employer gives a basis to measure performance throughout the year and to discuss any shortfalls, the reasons and solutions to regain their footing and be on tract for an acceptable year. I am not saying that you can’t set exceptional goals that are somewhat over the top, but not all people are overachievers. If you have an acceptable level of performance set out in their standards of performance, you have both a tool to measure by, and to discipline if needed. It also gives the employee a clear understanding of what is expected. Always setting goals that force people to reach too high can set them up to fail or feel inadequate, even at a basically acceptable level. Next Month: How do you define Standards of Performance?

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When? | What? | Where? FEBRUARY 2018

February 2 – 3 February 7 – 8 February 8 – 9 February 14 – 16 February 14 – 16

American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) Design & Build Conference – Gulf Coast Building Material Suppliers Assoc. (BMSA) Annual Building Products Show American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) Winter Conference National Frame Building Assoc. (NFBA) Frame Building Expo Northeast Retail Lumber Assoc. (NRLA) Lumber & Building Material (LBM) Expo

Clearwater, FL Hickory, NC Tampa, FL Columbus, OH Providence, RI

February 19 – 21 February 19 – 22 February 20 February 21 February 21 February 26 – 28 February 28 February 28 Feb. 28 – March 2

LBM Advantage Annual Meeting and Tradeshow University of Texas Building Professional Institute (BPI) – Houston Northwestern Lumber Assoc. (NLA) Iowa Lumber Convention Central Florida Wood Solutions Fair Iowa Truss Manufacturers Assoc. (ITMA) Legislative Breakfast Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) 2018 Conference Independent Dealers Education Association Services (IDEAS) Show Northwestern Lumber Assoc. (NLA) Nebraska Lumber Dealers Convention 2018 ProSales 100 Conference

Orlando, FL Houston, TX Altoona, IA Orlando, FL Des Moines, IA Orlando, FL King of Prussia, PA La Vista, NE San Antonio, TX

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Tampa, FL New Orleans, LA Atlanta, GA

March 19 – 21 March 19 – 23

Structural Building Components Assoc. (SBCA) Open Quarterly Meeting International Wood Products Assoc. (IWPA) World of Wood Convention Southern Forest Products Assoc. (SFPA)/Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Assoc. (SLMA) Spring Meeting & Expo National Lumber & Building Material Dealers Assoc. (NLBMDA) Legislative Conference ICC Educode

March 20 – 22

Mass Timber Conference

Portland, OR

March 21 – 23

Lumbermens Merchandising Corp (LMC) Annual Meeting

Tampa, FL

March 22 – 24 March 27 – 28

JLC Live New England INTEX Expo

Providence, RI Orlando, FL

Washington, D.C. Las Vegas, NV

APRIL 2018 April 3 – 6 April 8 – 10 April 8 – 10 April 11 – 12 April 11 – 13 April 16 – 18 April 19 – 21 April 19 – 22 April 25

Lumbermen’s Assoc. of Texas & Louisiana (LAT) Annual Convention North American Wholesale Lumber Assoc. (NAWLA) Leadership Summit Western Wood Products Assoc. (WWPA) Annual Meeting Atlantic Builders Convention (ABC) NASCC: The Steel Conference Structural Design Topics in Wood Construction at Virginia Tech Structural Engineering Institute (SEI) Structures Congress 2018 Associated Building Material Distributors of America (ABMDA) Annual Convention Southeast Wood Solutions Fair

May 1 – 3 May 2 – 4 May 8 – 10 May 8 – 10 May 14 – 16 May 21 – 24 May 23

Structural Building Components Assoc. (SBCA) Open Quarterly Meeting American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) Design & Build Conference – Southeast National Hardware Show Industry Week Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Conference & Expo Housing Leadership Summit University of Texas Building Professional Institute (BPI) – North Texas Chicago Wood Solutions Fair

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JUNE 2018

June 6 – 8 June 7

Orlando, FL Fairfield, CA

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Florida Building Material Assoc. (FBMA) Summer Conference West Coast Lumber & Building Material Assoc. (WCLBMA) Associates/Dealers Golf Tournament National Fire Protection Assoc. (NFPA) Conference & Expo Forest Products Society (FPS) International Convention Frame Australia 2018 Conference & Exposition American Institute of Architects (AIA) Conference on Architecture

June 25 – 29

11th National Conference on Earthquake Engineering

Los Angeles, CA

June 27 – 28

Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC)

San Francisco, CA

July 18 – 21 July 19

Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Assoc. (SLMA) Annual Conference Seattle Wood Design Symposium

Las Vegas, NV Madison, WI Melbourne, Aus New York, NY

JULY 2018 Beaver Creek, CO Seattle, WA

AUGUST 2018 August 7 – 9 August 7 – 10 August 16 – 18 August 20 – 23 August 22 August 28

Structural Building Components Assoc. (SBCA) Open Quarterly Meeting Building Officials Assoc. of Texas (BOAT) Annual Conference American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) Design & Build Conference – Mid-Atlantic World Conference on Timber Engineering (WCTE) Lumbermens Merchandising Corp (LMC) Hardware Express Texas Wood Solutions Fair

September 19 – 21 September 26

Construction Suppliers Assoc. (CSA) Annual Conference & Expo Boston Wood Design Symposium

San Francisco, CA Amarillo, TX Philadelphia, PA Seoul, South Korea Las Vegas, NV Austin, TX

SEPTEMBER 2018 Destin, FL Boston, MA

OCTOBER 2018 October 3 – 5 October 18 October 18 – 19 October 21 – 24 October 23 – 26 October 23 – 24 October 24 – 27 October 28 – 30

Mountain States Lumber & Building Material Dealers Assoc. (MSLBMDA) Fall Conference Mid-Atlantic Wood Design Symposium Florida Building Material Assoc. (FBMA) Fall Golf Tournament ICC Annual Conference with Building Safety & Design Expo Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) Lumbermens Merchandising Corp (LMC) Forest Products & Building Materials Expo National Council of Structural Engineering Assoc. (NCSEA) Structural Engineering Summit Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Assoc. (STAFDA) Convention & Trade Show

Denver, CO Washington, D.C. Orlando, FL Richmond, VA Milwaukee, WI Philadelphia, PA Chicago, IL Phoenix, AZ

NOVEMBER 2018 November 7 November 8 – 10

Bay Area Wood Design Symposium North American Wholesale Lumber Assoc. (NAWLA) Traders Market

San Francisco, CA Chicago, IL

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What You Should Know About the New DGH Fire Wall Hanger Options By Paul McEntee, Manager of Engineering, R&D

Does everyone do year-end performance reviews to discuss how you did on your project objectives and professional development goals? I love meeting with my team to recap all their amazing accomplishments for the past year, discussing long-term career plans and figuring out the steps we will take to implement those plans over the next six months, year, and beyond. I hate, hate, hate, hate doing all the paperwork that HR requires – but I am done with it now, so I’ll get over it.

One of our new product objectives for 2017 was to create a new fire wall hanger that could be installed before the drywall. Creating a joist hanger that can span a gap while still meeting the target loads was a challenging task. We released the DG series of fire wall hangers in July. I discussed the use of fire wall hangers in Why Fire-Rated Hangers Are Required in Type III Wood-Frame Buildings.

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Before we finished developing the DG series of hangers, we had already started design and testing for skewed and offset top-flange options. As much as engineers love buildings that look like rectangular boxes, the real world isn’t always square, and framing isn’t always perpendicular.

My colleague, Randy Shackelford, did a series of blog posts about how to specify a hanger, which covered joist hangers, truss hangers and custom hangers. Among the many issues Randy discussed, an important one for engineers is that customized hangers with skews or offset flanges have load reductions. Some reductions are small, and some can be large. One thing the reductions have in common is they are determined through testing.

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Like other skewed or offset top-flange hangers, modified DGH hangers have load reductions due to differences in performance when compared to the standard versions. With many of our hanger options, we provide adjustment factors, which Randy covered in his posts mentioned above. Since there are only four loads for the skewed or offset DGH hangers, we tabulated and published the allowable loads in a new flier, F-C-DGHSKEW.

I am still adjusting goals for my team for 2018. Maybe we’ll see about proposing a building-code change to require buildings to be square. Until then, Simpson Strong-Tie will keep your hanger options open.

The article What You Should Know About the New DGH Fire Wall Hanger Options appeared first on Simpson Strong-Tie Structural Engineering Blog. To sign-up to receive the Engineering Blog in your inbox go to seblog.strongtie.com/subscribe.

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New Quik Drive® PRODW Drywall System Provides Faster, Easier Drywall Installation in a Sturdy, Lightweight Tool Pleasanton, Calif. – Simpson Strong-Tie, the industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has developed a new, lightweight auto-feed screw driving system for drywall applications, expanding its popular Quik Drive product line. The new Quik Drive PRODW drywall system has a lighter-weight tool body with enhanced durability and ergonomics so drywall installations can be completed more efficiently and cost-effectively. Builder and contractor benefits of the Quik Drive PRODW drywall system include a collated-screw feed mechanism designed to provide consistent and efficient screw delivery, a self-locking depth adjustment for accurate drive depth and a fully rotatable driver adapter for fastening in hard-to-get areas. Curved, collated strips hold screws away from the tool’s nose to prevent scratching or marring the surface of materials, and a hardened-steel feed pawl improves reliability. Quik Drive auto-feed screw driving systems allow one-handed operation for improved speed, safety and ease of use, and the Quik Drive PRODW drywall system’s lighter weight results in less user fatigue and improved driving for fewer delays or wasted screws on the worksite. “With construction labor markets still facing a critical shortage of workers, it’s increasingly important to design tool and fastener systems that can provide solutions to improve efficiency and reliability on the jobsite,” says Galen Longley, product manager for Simpson Strong-Tie. “From replacing just a few sheets to hanging all the drywall in a mid-rise building, Quik Drive auto-feed systems require less training and are the ideal solution for a first-day apprentice and seasoned veterans alike.” Backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty the Quik Drive PRODW drywall system can be used for attaching drywall, DensGlass® and other sheathing to wood or cold-formed steel (CFS) and comes complete with PRODW drywall attachment, a collated-screw quiver and a Makita® 4,000 rpm screwdriver motor. The PRODW drywall attachment is also sold separately. The PRODW is compatible with collated Simpson Strong-Tie® DWF/DWFSD drywall-to-CFS screws and DWC/DWHL drywall screws. For more information about the Quik Drive PRODW drywall system, visit strongtie.com/prodw.

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News & Announcements New SHH Steel Header Hanger Provides Fast and Easy Solution for Supporting Lay-In and ColdFormed Steel Box Headers

Pleasanton, Calif. – Simpson Strong-Tie, the industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has developed a new steel header hanger to support cold-formed steel framing box headers as well as large-flange lay-in headers used in curtain-wall construction. The new SHH steel header hanger is engineered to ease installation by reducing drywall buildup, and screw count has been minimized with extensive component assembly testing. Common in low- and mid-rise construction of multifamily and commercial building projects, cold-formed steel framing has emerged as a reliable and durable alternative to light-frame wood construction. The SHH steel header hanger is designed to transfer gravity and lateral loads from headers to the jamb studs and to help support the header assembly during installation. In addition, the SHH steel header hanger has contractor-friendly geometry to reduce drywall buildup with a coped gusset to avoid the bottom track header legs. Extensive testing by Simpson Strong-Tie has enabled a wide array of available hole patterns to accommodate different load levels while minimizing installation costs and reducing screw count. “As cold-formed steel framing increases in popularity, there is an opportunity to optimize installation times and material costs by innovating new structural connector solutions,” says Clifton Melcher, senior product manager for Simpson Strong-Tie. “The SHH steel header hanger is designed with features to make drywall installations faster and easier while ensuring even load distribution to the jamb studs with minimum eccentricity.” The SHH6 is manufactured in steel thicknesses of 54 mil (16 ga.) and 68 mil (14 ga.) and is intended for use with 6” (min.) box headers. The SHH3, manufactured from 68 mil (14 ga.) steel, is intended for 3 5/8” or 4” (max.) box headers and large-flange lay-in headers. Screw-hole layouts at the jamb studs accommodate flange sizes of 1 5/8”, 2”, 2 1/2”, 3” and 3 ½” in addition to built-up jamb configurations. All SHH steel header hangers feature a galvanized G90 finish. For more information about the SHH steel header hanger for use with cold-formed steel framing, visit strongtie.com/SHH.

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Simpson Strong-Tie Renews Partnership with Habitat for Humanity to Help Build More Disaster-Resilient Homes

ATLANTA – Simpson Strong-Tie is renewing its partnership with Habitat for Humanity to continue supporting the housing organization’s efforts to make homes resilient to disasters. This is the 12th consecutive year of the partnership to help more families in need of a decent and affordable place to call home. To date, the manufacturer of structural product solutions has contributed more than $2.75 million toward Habitat’s mission. The company will donate structural connector framing hardware and prefabricated shear walls for new construction and will continue to support Habitat Strong, a program that backs building disaster-resilient homes in weather-sensitive areas. “We are excited to be partnering with Simpson Strong-Tie for the 12th year,” said Lynda Smith, senior director of corporate relations for Habitat for Humanity International. “Their support is incredibly valuable as we work to support communities affected by recent disasters.” “Our long-standing partnership with Habitat for Humanity allows us the opportunity to provide not only monetary and product support, but also technical, engineering and volunteering resources that support the organization’s work. We are also very proud to be the primary sponsor of the Habitat Strong program and look forward to continued collaboration with Habitat this year and beyond,” noted Simpson Strong-Tie CEO Karen Colonias.

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News & Announcements NAHB Launches ‘Safety 365’ Campaign

Posted January 19, 2018 on NAHB Now | The News Blog of the National Association of Home Builders Reprinted with permission

To support building industry professionals in obtaining the information and resources they need to help keep residential construction workers safe, NAHB created a new member and public awareness campaign called Safety 365. The campaign is a joint effort of the NAHB Construction Safety Committee and Builders Mutual Insurance Co., which has supported NAHB’s workplace safety efforts since it worked with the association in 2006 to launch the SAFE awards. Through posts on the NAHBNow blog, newsletter stories, tweets and other efforts, Safety 365 will highlight a different aspect of construction workplace safety each month and also promote safety off the job by offering materials to help keep home owners safe when they’re working on DIY projects. It even has its own hashtag for social media posts: #safety365. “This is a great opportunity to help our members focus on protecting the most important asset in our industry: The safety of our employees and those who come to our jobsites,” said Construction Safety Committee Chair J. Gary Hill, a home builder and developer from Greensboro, N.C. “Safety 365 is also a recruitment tool. Home building jobs are good jobs and we want to convey to young men and women considering various career paths to look closely at the trades as not only providing a secure future, but a safe one as well.” The campaign will align with NAHB’s vast array of educational resources, safety training materials, and news updates to help educate employers and workers on the various safety and health hazards the industry faces on the jobsite, and to better understand and comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements. “Builders Mutual is thrilled to take part in such a critical initiative that looks to protect the health and well-being of the employees that build the American dream each and every day,” said Mike Gerber, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for Builders Mutual. “If the building industry continues to work together to raise the awareness of safety on the job-site, then home builders and their employees are better positioned for long-term success.” For additional information, contact NAHB AVP for Labor, Safety and Health Rob Matuga.

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News & Announcements Katerra Raises $865M as it Redefines the Construction Industry

Proceeds from this round will enable accelerated customer deployment of Katerra’s platform services, additional factories to meet nationwide demand, and further R&D efforts. Menlo Park, January 24, 2018 – Katerra, a technology company redefining the construction industry, announced today an $865 million Series D funding round led by the SoftBank Vision Fund. The financing will be used to fund Katerra’s continued manufacturing expansion and for further investment in its R&D efforts.

In connection with the investment in Katerra, Jeffrey Housenbold of SoftBank Investment Advisers will join Katerra’s board of directors. Redefining construction Katerra’s service model and technology platform are focused on delivering better, faster, and cheaper building projects. The company’s unique approach and tools include: •

A vertically integrated team to provide end-to-end building services within a single partner, including architecture, interior design, engineering, material supply, manufacturing, and construction. Katerra’s proprietary technology drives this integration by connecting Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools and computational design directly to its global supply chain infrastructure for ease of material ordering, manufacturing, tracking, and delivery.

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Integration between factories and construction jobsites, offering greater precision, higher productivity, and quality control. With materials and products arriving at construction sites just-in-time and ready to install, a Katerra job site more closely mirrors a process of precision-sequenced product assembly than traditional construction.

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A unique design approach combining product standardization with customization, providing the efficiency of manufacturing without sacrificing design freedom.

“The construction industry is ripe for digital disruption” said Michael Marks, chairman and co-founder of Katerra. “Katerra leverages its own software platform to remove time and costs from building development and construction. This new round of funding will enable us to further invest in R&D and continue to scale the business.” Founded in 2015, Katerra has already accomplished the following in less than three years: •

Accumulated more than $1.3 billion in bookings for new construction, spanning the multi-family, student and senior housing, and hospitality sectors

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Amassed a global team of more than 1,300 people, attracting senior leadership and talent from groundbreaking technology brands such as Apple, Google, HP, Nokia, Sandisk, and Flextronics

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• A global supply chain of curated, high-quality products, eliminating middlemen and passing on the savings directly to Opened a fully operational manufacturing facility in Phoenix, clients. AZ with a roadmap in place for multiple additional domestic factories, including breaking ground on a mass timber factory Founded in Menlo Park, California, Katerra was started by Michael in Spokane, WA. Marks, Jim Davidson, and Fritz H. Wolff. Combined, they have decades of experience in the technology, manufacturing, real estate “The $12 trillion construction industry is extremely fragmented with and private equity industries. tens of thousands of companies using minimal levels of technology. While labor-productivity growth has skyrocketed in the overall Existing investors include Foxconn, Greenoaks Capital, DFJ Growth, global economy, the construction industry has averaged only 1% Khosla Ventures, and Louis M. Bacon, the founder of Moore Capital annual productivity growth over the past two decades,” said Jeffrey Management, LP. Housenbold, managing partner for SoftBank Investment Advisers. •

“Katerra is leveraging the latest technologies to radically transform the way people build. Drawing on his experience leading Flextronics, Michael’s unique vision and talented team are taking the great lessons of electronic manufacturing and applying them to an industry that is in dire need of change. We are excited to support Katerra as they expand across markets and geographies and unleash a new wave of productivity.” New investors in the round include: Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), a private investment fund managed by Soros Fund Management LLC, Tavistock Group, Navitas Capital, DivcoWest, and others. PHONE: 800-289-5627

About Katerra Katerra is a technology company optimizing every aspect of building development, design, and construction. The global team includes leaders in design, software and building engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and construction. Founded in 2015, Katerra has a growing number of domestic and international offices, factories, and building projects. Media Contact Robin Clewley VP, Marketing & Communications, Katerra Robin.clewley@katerra.com

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News & Announcements MiTek’s SAPPHIRE® Supply Offers New Functionality for ProDealers SAPPHIRE Supply Adds New Features That Unify Sales and Estimating, Further Improving Workflow Accuracy and Collaboration CHESTERFIELD, MO – January 25, 2018 – (BUSINESS WIRE) – MiTek® USA just announced that its SAPPHIRE Supply software solution has added new features and functionality for its lumber and building material “ProDealer” users. Designed specifically to meet the needs of lumber and building material dealers, SAPPHIRE Supply is a single-source software solution that uniquely combines complete, multi-category materials estimating and structural frame design. SAPPHIRE Supply also incorporates the building material supplier’s product SKUs (and pricing) to create a complete “whole house” quote, while performing analysis and design on a wide range of structural products, including leading proprietary engineered wood products (EWP), dimension lumber, and metal connectors and hangers. Recent functionality added to SAPPHIRE Supply now allows multiple estimating jobs to be referenced together in a single file. This allows users to have multiple operators working on different aspects of a project, yet able to see what one another is doing through linked or referenced 3D models. Now it is easier for estimators, EWP designers, wall designers, truss designers and others to collaborate with great ease, especially useful on large multifamily projects. Additionally, SAPPHIRE Supply’s improved product selection interface allows a search and selection for MiTek Builder Product offerings, with quick access to product images, their MSRP, and what Code Report references may apply to the product. Since SAPPHIRE Supply is part of the SAPPHIRE Suite, SAPPHIRE Supply allows dealers who are suppliers of MiTek Builder Products and their MiTek component manufacturers to collaborate by sharing common Building Information Models (BIM), all of which can be viewed on MiTek’s free SAPPHIRE Viewer software. SAPPHIRE Supply uses a single shared structural model, offering lumber dealers a unified solution for efficient, consistent and accurate modeling and estimating across their organizations. Since SAPPHIRE Supply is based on the geometry of a structural model, the software can also generate SKU-based materials counts for non-structural materials, such as drywall, house wrap and even millwork. SAPPHIRE Supply’s flexible formula-builder, coupled with the power to define accumulation rules, results in accurate material counts to match how materials are actually supplied. Verifiable bills of materials (BOMs) can be generated with exacting precision and are visually tracked within the 3D structural model. About MiTek Industries MiTek Industries is a diversified global supplier of software, engineered products, services, and equipment to the residential, commercial, and industrial, construction sectors. MiTek Industries’ passion for our associates’ well-being and for our customers’ success through continuous process improvement is the company’s hallmark. A Berkshire Hathaway company (NYSE: brk-a, NYSE: brk-b) since 2001, the Company has operations in more than 40 countries on six continents. Learn more: www.MiTek-us.com/ and www.Mii.com.

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BuilderMT’s Model Expert™ Wins a 2018 Top Product Award from Constructech This is BuilderMT’s 38th Technology Award DENVER – January 25, 2018 – (BUSINESS WIRE) – BuilderMT, a MiTek® company, announced today that it has won its 38th technology award, the 2018 Top Product award from Constructech. With this 38th award, BuilderMT maintains its status as the #1 award-winning residential home building technology provider. This is leadership position BuilderMT has held for more than a decade. See the full award listing in Constructech magazine. The award was earned by BuilderMT’s ModelExpert™. Working in tandem with Sales Simplicity’s Feature Manager™, ModelExpert is a new digital toolset for estimating any set of house plans and options that a builder can invent or configure. ModelExpert™ allows builders to create a standard estimating method for their entire organization, based on the way estimators naturally think about, measure, estimate, purchase, and construct house plans and options. “ModelExpert™ is one of our newest modules, but it is part of a years-long commitment to integrating BuilderMT and Sales Simplicity into a single platform,” said Tom Gebes, President of BuilderMT and Sales Simplicity. “ModelExpert™ offers our users more precision and effectiveness in the selling, estimating, bidding, and purchasing processes.” About BuilderMT For the home building industry at large, BuilderMT (a MiTek® company) provides highly-customizable workflow and building-processmanagement software that works in tandem with leading accounting systems and other wireless and jobsite productivity tools, such as CRM and warranty management. For 20 years, BuilderMT systems have been purchased by more than 1,000 home builders and cumulatively used as a desktop workflow tool by upwards of 10,000 home building professionals. To learn more, visit www.BuilderMT.com, or call (888) 757-1991 ext. 271. About Sales Simplicity Sales Simplicity (a MiTek® company) is the creator and marketer of leading sales automation, content management, lead management, eMarketing and reporting management tools for new single-family, semi-custom and custom homes, condos, and multi-family housing, or for use by realtors. Learn more: www.SalesSimplicity.net or call (480) 892-2500. About MiTek MiTek USA is a division of MiTek Industries, a diversified global supplier of software, engineered products, services, and equipment to the residential, commercial, and industrial construction sectors. A Berkshire Hathaway company (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B), MiTek has operations in more than 40 countries on six continents. Learn more: www.MiTek-us.com and www.MII.com. Contacts For BuilderMT John D. Wagner jdwagner@wagnerpr.com PHONE: 800-289-5627

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Cold-formed steel roof trusses on a school in St. Louis, MO Provided by Cascade Mfg Co.

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The Last Word... Will the Component Industry be Next? Disrupters have destroyed retail chains (Jeff Bezos at Amazon.com), threatened the car industry (Elon Musk at Tesla), and are now targeting the component industry (Bill Gates et. al.)? Mr. Gates and leading venture capitalists have placed separate bets totaling nearly a Billion dollars that they believe will transform our industry:

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Æ In November 2017, through his Cascade Investment Group, Mr. Gates paid $80 Million for a 24,800 acre tract less than an hour from Phoenix and intends to “create a forward-thinking community … embraces cutting-edge technology … (built around) autonomous vehicles.” Æ On January 24, 2018, Katerra announced that they raised $865 Million to “redefine the construction industry … accumulated $1.3 Billion in bookings for new construction … amassed global team of 1300 people … opened manufacturing facility in Phoenix … roadmap for multiple domestic factories … broke ground on mass timber factory in Spokane.” A game changer or Déjà vu all over again? Æ On January 1, 1960, another disrupter like Gates, Del Webb, opened 5 model homes outside Phoenix attracting a weekend crowd of 100,000 people, and garnered a Time magazine cover story. Our company installed a truss machine literally in the middle of the desert to service the project. Trusses were forklifted to nearby home sites. Æ On October 31, 1971, a well-funded innovator, Stirling Homex, “stole” the biggest show of industrialized housing, INBEX (Industrialized Building Exposition), in Louisville with its massive plans (and hype) to revolutionize factory-built housing.

After 50 years of “plodding along” is our business ripe for change? This is definitely not the Last Word on this subject … more to follow …

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