Triad/Merrick Machine Company proudly participated in the Building Component Manufacturers Conference (BCMC) 2025, held on October 1–2 in Omaha, Nebraska. This premier tradeshow featured the latest advancements in the building component industry, where Triad unveiled its cutting-edge equipment and the Generation III Knee Wall & Ladder Machine, seen by a large group of booth visitors. [For all photos, See PDF or View in Full Issue.]
Attendees at BCMC 2025 experienced firsthand Triad’s commitment to innovation with the display of industry-leading technologies, including the Autonomous ProFusion Sheathing Station and the revolutionary Ai Component Nailer. These state-of-the-art machines exemplify Triad’s dedication to enhancing efficiency and precision in manufacturing processes, catering to both high-volume and low-volume operations.
At the event, we introduced our new Generation III Knee Wall & Ladder Machine to fill a need within the industry. From customer comments, it was clear that Triad again hit the mark in anticipating an industry need, and came up with an economical, common-sense solution with this product. The Knee Wall & Ladder Machine gives manufacturers the versatility of framing from 10” to 60” for knee walls, pony walls, ladders, and soffit boxes. The machine accommodates vertical and flat rungs with a large variety of material size options.
With over 65 years of experience, Triad has been the leading manufacturer of automated, semi-automated, and manual wall panel equipment, sub-component systems, and Floor Builders. Our automated StairBoss Pro and newly updated Open Stringer Saw (OSS) are designed to address the diverse needs of our clients in the stairbuilding industry. No matter if you are a high-volume or low-volume operation, Triad has the experience you need and the right answers to help you grow.
Triad’s presence at BCMC 2025 underscores its role as a leader in the building component industry, continuously pushing the boundaries of technology to support manufacturers in achieving their goals. The introduction of the Generation III Knee Wall & Ladder Machine further enhances Triad’s extensive product lineup, promising to deliver improved performance and reliability.
For questions or to see these products for yourself, please feel free to call 800-568-7423 (ext. 133).
Save these dates for 2026! The Annual Triad–Ruvo National Trade Show will be held April 15–16, 2026 in Alda, NE, and the next BCMC show will be September 14–18, 2026 in Columbus. OH. We hope to see you there!