Wendy Boyd

What to Consider Before Purchasing an Automated Linear Saw

Wendy Boyd

I’ve had the privilege of working with frame and truss manufacturers for many years now, and I’ve seen firsthand how the right equipment can transform a business. If you’re thinking about investing in an automated linear saw, I can honestly say, you can reap many benefits...

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May 2025
Issue #17310
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Ben Hershey

Forging the Future: Workforce Development in Offsite Manufacturing

Ben Hershey

The offsite manufacturing sector stands poised for transformative growth. Innovations in automation, lean manufacturing, and prefabrication are reshaping the way we build. Yet amidst all this change, one critical element demands urgent attention: Our workforce. Across the industry, leaders...

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May 2025
Issue #17310
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Ed Serrano

Optimizing Every Inch: Why Space Utilization Matters in Frame & Truss Manufacturing

Ed Serrano

Imagine a factory floor where every square foot contributes to efficiency and productivity. That’s the power of lean manufacturing: a philosophy centered on maximizing value and eliminating waste. In the fast-paced world of prefabricated frames and trusses, space optimization isn’t...

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May 2025
Issue #17310
Page 62
Triad | Merrick Machine Company Team

Celebrating Excellence at the Triad/RUVO Annual National Trade Show

TRIAD / Merrick Machine Company Team

Approximately 50 companies journeyed to Alda, NE in April for our National Trade Show and Product Showcase hosted by Triad/RUVO (Merrick Machine Company). This “By Invitation Only” event welcomed attendees from across the US, Canada, and Brazil to our manufacturing facility in the...

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May 2025
Issue #17310
Page 86
Jeff Brown

Setting Our Sights on Innovation and Expansion at Panels Plus

Jeff Brown

As we move into a new year, I want to take a moment to share what’s been going on at Panels Plus—and what you can expect from us going forward. We’ve always prided ourselves on delivering equipment that works hard and lasts, but we’re not content with standing still. The...

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May 2025
Issue #17310
Page 94
Carl Villella

2025 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook

Carl Villella

As we transition into spring, now is a good time to assess the dynamics of our current economic outlook. Earlier Optimism and Shifting Factors It is important to recall that the initial outlook for 2025 was more optimistic. This earlier sentiment was largely predicated on expectations of...

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May 2025
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Page 103
Wendy Boyd

Importance of Factory Layouts and Investing in the Right Machinery!

Wendy Boyd

Factory layouts are important in any industry, and none more so than in the structural building components industry. Not only do factory layouts allow you to simplify and streamline workflow processes, but they can also assist you in maximizing your productivity and improving overall...

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April 2025
Issue #17309
Page 19
Todd Drummond

Proper Time Management is Essential for Proactive Management Best Practices

Todd Drummond

When it comes to the daily tasks of any executive, there doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day to implement everything that needs to be done. From sales to troubleshooting, there are constant interruptions in your day that keep you from accomplishing those goals you tell yourself need...

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April 2025
Issue #17309
Page 28
Marco Gagnon

Custom Equipment for Any Project

Marco Gagnon

At Element Equipment, we pride ourselves in our custom machinery solutions. Since entering the market in 2021, we’ve made it our mission to look for additions to our equipment offerings that will add more automation to ease the pain of assembling building components. We are committed to...

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April 2025
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Page 70
Kathryn Pedde

Hardware + Software Integration with JAX, The Wood Retriever

Kathryn Pedde

When we started down the path of creating the JAX automated retrieval system, it had to work with our existing saws from three different suppliers. So, one of our first tasks was to bring their disparate cutting files into a common format to feed JAX. We also had to bring the sequence of jobs...

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April 2025
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