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Todd Drummond

Why Are So Many Companies Unknowingly Losing Millions?

Todd Drummond

Millions of dollars are being lost by many companies that don’t recognize they have a problem — Does your LBM company have more than $50 million combined sales? Quantified as a ratio of sales, according to Six Sigma case studies, the cost of poor quality, defined as waste,...

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September 2024
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Glenn Traylor

Are You Interpreting Member-to-Member Gaps Correctly?

Glenn Traylor

In a recent discussion with several very well-informed industry folks, it became clear to us that interpretation of member-to-member gaps may not be clear. In particular, we need to take a closer look at Chapter 3 Quality Criteria for the Manufacture of Metal-Plate-Connected Wood Trusses of...

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September 2024
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Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

To Cull or Not to Cull (at the Saw)

Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

Should we cull lumber at the saw? That is the question posed by Joe Kannapell, P.E. in The Last Word in the July issue, “Where to Cull Lumber.” As Joe discusses: “So where in the process should we cull lumber? To minimize touches, it can be done when the bands are broken on a...

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September 2024
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MiTek Staff

MiTek to Showcase Innovative Solutions at BCMC | FS 2024

MiTek Staff

As a global pioneer in the building components industry, we’re looking forward to presenting our integrated solutions suite at the upcoming Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) | Framer’s Summit 2024. Our booth at the event will feature best-in-class software, automated...

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September 2024
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Panels Plus Team

Transform Your Production With Panels Plus

Panels Plus Team

Is downtime affecting your production efficiency and holding you back from reaching your full potential? At Panels Plus, we’re passionate about transforming the panelizing industry with durable and innovative solutions that boost efficiency and streamline operations. As a leading provider...

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September 2024
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Carl Villella

Equipment Finance Companies to the Rescue

Carl Villella

Many companies took advantage of the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) in 2021 by bidding on projects to rebuild the nation’s roads, bridges, ports, and broadband networks. But the economic climate of 2021 when the bids were placed was much different than the...

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September 2024
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Ben Hershey

Harnessing Data: The Key to Advancements in the Structural Building Industry

Ben Hershey

In the building industry generally and industrialized construction specifically, the utilization of data has become increasingly pivotal. This trend parallels the data-driven advancements seen in Formula 1, where precision, speed, and strategic insights derived from data have revolutionized the...

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September 2024
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John Holland

Innovation Through Legacy: Transforming Truss Design with Paragon

John Holland

What if the future of truss design isn’t just about developing better tools, but redefining the entire process from the ground up? On August 15, we publicly announced Paragon — a product that will change the way trusses are designed and built. A product that took years of...

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September 2024
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Greg Bates

Insights and Innovations in Component Manufacturing

Greg Bates

The component manufacturing industry, specifically of roof and floor trusses, is undergoing significant transformation. To delve deeper, we spoke with Todd Drummond, a seasoned expert and long-time consultant with extensive knowledge and experience in the field of truss manufacturing. You can...

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September 2024
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Thom McAnally

Is Customer Service Still Important?

In the past, businesses prided themselves on exceptional customer service, especially in addressing warranty claims and service lapses promptly and effectively. Unfortunately, recent years, particularly since COVID, have seen a significant decline in this vital aspect of business. Take, for...

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