Comprehensive Plant Audits Boost Production Efficiency Jack Van Cleave Alpine recommends that truss manufacturers conduct regular, comprehensive plant efficiency reviews to improve productivity. The goal of these audits is to increase board feet production rates and evaluate production effectiveness. Audits also help prioritize equipment replacement schedules to... Read More December 2015 Issue #08197 Page 14
Maintenance Technicians Sean Hubbard Technology has changed the aspect of truss and wall panel production over the last decade. The continued advancements in technology have also changed the dynamics required to support that equipment. Staffing requirements and staffing abilities vary by Component Manufacturer. In smaller... Read More December 2015 Issue #08197 Page 21
Hurry and Wait! Rod Wasserman Thank you to all who viewed our Framing Table with Single Tool Programmable Panel Bridge at the BCMC Show in Milwaukee! Many have asked why should I consider a Single Table Wall Assembly System with Single Tool Panel Bridge? Over 40 years ago Triad introduced the Exterior Wall Panel Line... Read More December 2015 Issue #08197 Page 32
December 2015 Lumber Market Blueprint Matt Layman Evaluation November was a funky weather month. The east fielded above average rainfall, the western mountains got some snow, even though most temperatures were above average over the entire nation. There are pockets of pent up demand, like northern TX and Oklahoma, although on the whole,... Read More December 2015 Issue #08197 Page 38