Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

F1 Pit Stop Each Truss

Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

Performing an F1 pit stop for each truss is how to Feed the Beast! Truss builders know that assembling each truss on the truss tables is just like what an F1 pit stop crew does. Both F1 pit stop crews and truss assembly crews strive for efficiency, quality, safety, and teamwork, with a shared...

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October 2024
Issue #16303
Page 44
Erin Ohnesorge

When Saws Go Rogue

Erin Ohnesorge

Forget about “Rogue One,” ROGworx Automation has three heads that are better than one! If you haven’t met the guys yet, then you need to come by the ROGworx booth at the Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) in Milwaukee, WI this month. So, who are the R-O-G in...

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October 2024
Issue #16303
Page 53
Ed Serrano

Revolutionizing Frame and Truss Manufacturing: The Power of Real-Time Optimization

Ed Serrano

In today’s fast-paced frame and truss manufacturing environments, efficiency and waste reduction are paramount. Traditional production methods often fall short in meeting the demands of modern businesses, paving the way for Real-Time Optimization (RTO) and Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery to...

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October 2024
Issue #16303
Page 58
Joe Kannapell, PE

The Last Word: BCMC Hits & Misses

Joe Kannapell, PE

Some surprises are in store at the BCMC Show this year, especially the stunning news that the biggest robotics maker won’t be there and won’t be showing up anywhere. But, the demise of House of Design (HoD) wasn’t because of their equipment, which worked serviceably (for more...

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October 2024
Issue #16303
Page 158
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
Issue #16302
Page 44
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
Issue #16302
Page 52
Joe Kannapell, PE

The Last Word: Material Handling Bunk-to-Table

Joe Kannapell, PE

Adding the last links to the chain of material handling – bunk-to-saw and saw-to-table – is intricately executed by Hundegger at Sunpro’s major expansion in St. George, Utah – and it’s cool! Yes, here in the northeastern-most part of the Mojave Desert, the Clyde...

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September 2024
Issue #16302
Page 154
Wendy Boyd

Spida’s Jacksonville Open House

Wendy Boyd

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...

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August 2024
Issue #16301
Page 17
Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

Doing Your BCMC Homework

Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

It is that time of year again. With just two months until BCMC 2024 in Milwaukee, WI, here is some BCMC homework as you begin considering capital expenditures (CapEx). It is crucial to go beyond just the financial metrics like ROI and take into account several qualitative factors. And yes, all...

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August 2024
Issue #16301
Page 40
Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

Time to Make Time for a Feed The Beast Plant Tour!

Edmond Lim, P.Eng.

We’ve reached July and BCMC in Milwaukee, WI is only three months away. Whether you’re planning on traveling to Milwaukee or not, I highly recommend that you take the time to make time to attend our upcoming Feed the Beast truss plant tour! [For all photos, See PDF or View in Full...

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July 2024
Issue #16300
Page 42
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