Wendy Boyd

Machinery Software That Works For You!

Wendy Boyd

Looking at the year ahead, a number of predictions have said the manufacturing landscape in the US is set to grow. This is being driven by several factors including advances in technology, increasing use of automation, and changes within the economy, as well as changes to the workforce with a...

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March 2025
Issue #17308
Page 19
Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

Gear Up for Winter Work Just Like Winter Sports!

Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

This winter season has been marked by severe weather conditions, including bitterly persistent cold and heavy snowfall. Thankfully, we’ve continued to install outdoor Lumber PickLines, which is a testament to the robustness and operational effectiveness of Enventek’s forklift...

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March 2025
Issue #17308
Triad | Merrick Machine Company Team

Planning for the Triad National Trade Show

TRIAD / Merrick Machine Company Team

As Triad celebrates 65 years in this great industry, we’re finalizing the plans for our 16th Annual Trade Show! The event is being held on April 9–10 at Merrick Machine Company in Alda, Nebraska. Our product showcase will feature our latest machines, including the PreStage Framing...

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March 2025
Issue #17308
Page 55
Steve Shrader

Getting Up to Speed at Hundegger: The Future of Automation is Here

Steve Shrader

This is set to be a groundbreaking year for Hundegger as we continue to lead the charge in automation and smart manufacturing solutions. With innovation accelerating across the wood processing industry, Hundegger remains at the forefront—delivering intelligent, high-precision systems that...

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March 2025
Issue #17308
Page 60
Ed Serrano

An Ink-redible Advantage: The Vekta P3 Revolutionizes Frame and Truss Printing

Ed Serrano

Pssst...do you want to know a secret? Not all printers (and their ink) are created equal. If you are struggling with inaccurate or incomplete printing on your production line, you’re missing out on a crucial efficiency boost. The Vekta P3 printer is THE industry-shaking, custom-built...

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March 2025
Issue #17308
Page 66
Darrin Schramm

5 Reasons Why Your Wall Panel Production is Underwhelming

Darrin Schramm

Any given fall Sunday, we get to watch our favorite football team and, if we understand the sport, we can see what they do well and where they are lacking. Each game is full of statistics, and the statistics tell us where our team ranks in relation to previous games, other teams, past years, and...

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March 2025
Issue #17308
Page 72
Wendy Boyd

Benefit from a Wall Line Solution That Fits Your Business!

Wendy Boyd

When it comes to wall frame lines, they aren’t all made equally. At Spida Machinery, we pride ourselves on providing solutions that are comprehensive, innovative, and most importantly, designed for your manufacturing needs and budget. The beginning of the year is often a time to reflect...

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February 2025
Issue #17307
Page 17
Joe Kannapell, PE

Wall Panel Technology, Part IX: More Panel Automation From American Suppliers

Joe Kannapell, PE

Handling studs and plates to build walls is easy, but handling oversized sheets of OSB and sheathed wall panels is not. Fortunately, two inventors in the Midwest have lightened the load. Automated Sheathing Saw: Since he began his career at Monet DeSauw 30 years ago, David Ohnesorge has been...

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December 2024
Issue #16305
Page 10
Richard Pedde

Following the Flow with JAX-UC

Richard Pedde

The flow of lumber through the plant is the lifeblood of a component manufacturing business, so taking steps to protect and improve that flow is essential for keeping your business healthy. This is an objective we took to heart when creating our JAX system. With JAX, The Wood Retriever, a...

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December 2024
Issue #16305
Page 90
Wendy Boyd

Spida’s Personal Approach Brought to Life at BCMC

Wendy Boyd

We’re now back at work in our facility in Jacksonville, Florida after a positive experience at the Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) in Milwaukee. A big thank you to SBCA and all those involved in organizing such an awesome event. An event of this scale is no easy feat to...

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November 2024
Issue #16304
Page 17
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