Be it joy or tragedy, we learn a lot along the way. We learn to adapt, adjust, and plan where we can. Especially during unpredictable times, planning and adapting are key to managing the roller coaster, along with a good attitude and a desire to keep moving forward. We can’t change the...

Since Spida Machinery began over 40 years ago, we’ve consistently adapted to ensure our products meet market demands, grown our team and expertise, and focused on ways we can continuously improve. We’ve looked at ourselves and asked hard questions, identified areas that needed...

George “Sid” Ketchum, cofounder of the Wood Truss Council of America (WTCA), and an exceptionally generous man, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024. Sid had a long and distinguished career in the truss business, beginning in 1973 when he took over PDJ Components, a...

The industry was on display at the 2024 Building Component Manufacturers Conference in Milwaukee last month, and by all accounts it was a great show. From what I’ve heard, the venue was welcoming, the attendees enthusiastic, and the exhibitors eager to show what they have to offer. Many...

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...

When it comes to investing in machinery and equipment for your frame or truss production, a number of factors are normally part of the decision making – what efficiencies will this product provide, what pain points does it need to alleviate, how will it aid my growth or overall profits,...

We’re thrilled to announce another successful Do What You Can Day, our annual companywide event dedicated to giving back to our communities. This year, we’re especially excited about our partnership with the ACE Mentor Program of America, which aligns perfectly with our commitment to...

What an amazing week we had in July—we had the privilege of welcoming a number of suppliers and fabricators to our Jacksonville Open Days! This was a tremendous way to welcome everyone to our new facility in Jacksonville, FL. [For photos, See PDF or View in Full Issue.] We really...

With only two months until the next Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC), everyone is hard at work preparing for the show! BCMC last year was successful. We look forward to this opportunity each year to connect with our customers, industry professionals as well as showcasing the...

If you are production oriented, I’m betting that you have frequently looked at your watch, phone, or computer to see what time it was. Time is a precious commodity, especially when you are supporting production. When I was a kid, first starting out in manufacturing as a sweeper, and came...