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MEMBERSHIP LISTING 28 DELETED FROM PDF. Behind the Scenes of ABC’s FOR CURRENT LISTINGs Extreme Makeover: Home Edition PLEASE VISIT: by Libby Walters www.woodtruss.com Get the “real” story on ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, from the perspective of Woodinville Lumber employees who worked around the clock to pull off a major miracle for a family in need. 42 Truss Plant Tours: A New Perspective by Molly E. Butz Plant tours are incredible learning experiences. Learn more about how to harness the power of your plant for educating your marketplace.

48 The Road to Re-entry: Walk a Mile… (Part 2 of 3) by Libby Walters Read the profiles of ex-felons now employed with Stark Truss Company and Bluegrass Truss Company. 38 Find out how they survived their re-entry into 88 the community after prison. Association Synergy Puts The Adult Learning Model: Think Like a Child the “Root” in Grassroots by Carl Schoening by SBC Staff With age comes wisdom—as well as the reluctance WTCA and TPI are working together on your behalf! to change and learn. Don’t let adult logic take away Discover why this association synergy is the foundation your curiosity and desire to constantly learn; for grassroots in the industry. think like a child!

See page 101 for details about exciting Departments Industry News developments at www.sbcmag.info! Adventures in Advocacy 94 Columns Chapter Corner 96 Editor’s Message • The Need for People Power, Not Powerful People 7 Calendar of Events 97 Publisher’s Message • Association Teamwork Provides Grassroots Foundation 10 Builder Banter 98 Technical Q&A • Tips for Homeowners: Removing Interior Walls 12 Industry News & Data 100 Safety Scene • Keeping Your Plant Safe by Keeping It Tidy 14 In Memoriam 101 BCMC 2005 • Exhibitor Registration: Marketing Made Easy Online 18 Classified Ads 102 Wood Truss Council of America Update 20 Advertiser Index 104

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April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 5 SBC Magazine Advertisers Sponsor the Growth of the Editor’s Message The Need for People Power, Structural Building Not Powerful People Components Industry! by Kendall Hoyd hanks, Libby. Another subject about which I am supposed to write, but 20052005 GoldGold AdvertisersAdvertisers “We need to talk about grassroots T know little or nothing. Yes, it is true that if I were to write about the few (advertisers appearing in all 9 issues) politics because it is truly the only things I do know anything about, the reader would be much worse off indeed, but ADT A Viking Company* Monet DeSauw* kind in which we component still, writing about this idea of “grassroots” is going to be a stretch for yours truly. Alpine Engineered Products* MSR Lumber Producers Council* manufacturers, by and large, It’s a political term, and it has to do with politics at a local or personal level, as A-NU-Prospect* Open Joist 2000* can participate.” opposed to politics as we often think about it—in centers of power and conducted BCMC* Panels Plus* by powerful people and interests. I think right about here is where I start to clue Commerical Machinery Pratt Industries into why Libby thinks it is a good idea to cover this subject in this issue. We need Fabricators* Qualtim, Inc.* to talk about grassroots politics because it is truly the only kind in which we com- Deacom, Inc. Rand Manufacturing* ponent manufacturers, by and large, can participate. Eagle Metal Products* Robbins Engineering* The Hain Company* Simpson Strong-Tie Co.* In my seven years of being involved with WTCA, I have met smart people, rich Holtec (USA) Corp.* Southern Pine Council* people, creative people, successful people, funny people, helpful people, and a lot Intelligent Building Systems* Stiles Machinery, Inc.* of wonderful people. I’m going to be frank with you; however, I haven’t met any Klaisler Manufacturing Corp.* Tolleson Lumber Co. Inc.* powerful people. Let’s be honest with ourselves. We don’t have any. As wonderful The Koskovich Company* Truswal Systems Corp.* and rewarding as it is, being president, executive director, or anything else of Lakeside Trailer* Turb - O - Web USA, Inc.* WTCA doesn’t get your calls to the White House returned. The easy thing to do, Mango Tech USA* USP Structural Connectors* having faced that realization, is to throw in the towel and leave the politicking to MiTek Industries* Wood Truss Council of America* the Powerful People, of whom we don’t know any. We stick to building our truss- es and wall panels, and flow along with the course of political events that we can’t 2005 Silver Advertisers control or influence. The alternative is to believe in the power of grassroots poli- (advertisers appearing in at least 5 issues) tics, which is to say, believe in one’s ability to have an influence over the course Canfor Precision Equipment Manufacturing of political events by the simple act of getting involved in some way, and estab- Finnforest USA* Princeton Delivery Systems lishing a person-to-person relationship with an honest-to-goodness Powerful International Paper - Wood Division Triad/Merrick Machine Co.* Person, such as a U.S. congressional representative. Maximizer Technologies, LLC* Tryco/Untha International, Inc.* (a component of The Fitzgerald Group, LLC) I wish I could tell you a story that concludes with a “David and Goliath” sort of Building ending. One in which one individual took on well-funded special interest groups 20052005 BronzeBronze AdvertisersAdvertisers and defeated their selfish and ruinous intentions by standing up, forcing his or her (advertisers appearing in at least 3 issues) way into the halls of power, and winning a brutal battle. I’d like that, but I don’t Hundegger USA LC TADANO America Corporation personally know any stories like that, and the ones I do know, actually happened Lacey-Harmer Company Temple-Inland in movies that you have probably already seen. NUCONSTEEL™ Vecoplan LLC Safety Speed Cut Manufacturing WEIMA America Inc. Nonetheless, I’m going to relate to you a story of which I do have first-hand knowl- the edge. For the last three years I have visited Washington, DC as part of our annual Thank you to these companies for their “a bunch of truss guys and gals go to Washington” effort (aka SBC’s Legislative significant support and sponsorship of at a glance Conference, see page 23 for details). In each of those three years, WTCA staff structural building component industry programs! has done an outstanding job making the process very easy for me. Lining up ❑ Our industry does not have any “Powerful appointments with my congressman and both Senators’ offices and preparing TM People,” but we can make a difference in me with materials that outlined how some of the important issues then in front of our industry by meeting with our legisla- decision-makers affect component manufacturers. Some examples are softwood Industry tors locally. We do not need to be power- lumber trade negotiations, tort reform and OSHA regulations. In each of those three ful to make a difference. years, I met with one of my actual Senators, and a staff member in the other two ❑ Like the grassroots in your lawn, compo- offices. My Congressman, Butch Otter (does that sound like an Idaho name or nent manufacturers are many and mostly what?!) was unable to meet—quite possibly as the primary issue I wished to For more information about our 2005 Program Advertisers small, but in aggregate, our influence can address related to fair trade, which is before the Senate for consideration as or advertising in general, visit the SBC web site at be powerful. opposed to the House. I was able to meet with the same really nice (read unfail- www.sbcmag.info, or call 608/310-6723. Together Continued on page 8 *Indicates Charter Advertiser Status • Listing based on contracts received as of 3/10/05. April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 7 TM Editor’s Message Continued from page 7 ingly polite) staff member all three years who attentively heard me Sales, Tech Support, out, and duly noted my position on these important issues. I’m not going to lie to you—at the time this seemed to me like a waste of Publisher Spares & Installation time, especially after strike three. Truss Publications, Inc. 6300 Enterprise Lane, Suite 200 • Madison, WI 53719 Last summer, a staff member from Congressman Otter’s Boise office Phone: 608/310-6706 • Fax: 608/271-7006 called me and asked if the Congressman could schedule a visit to our [email protected] • www.sbcmag.info plant. This surprised and alarmed me! The guy who I couldn’t reach Editor by traveling all the way to Washington, DC was trying to schedule a Kendall Hoyd tour of my plant and a meeting to discuss my issues. We set a date, Idaho Truss & Component Co. • [email protected] Sales Having delivered superior productivity gains for fabricators across Congressman Otter came out and we spoke at length. I learned that Art Director North America for over five years, MangoTech continues to deliver cutting-edge he has background in wood products manufacturing, we exchanged Melinda Caldwell automation for wood component manufacturers large and small, from coast to views, and here is the part where I think getting involved in this 608/310-6729 • [email protected] coast. Our cutting and fabrication solutions are available through a network of “grassroots” political effort started to make a difference. One of the Managing Editor & Circulation Director agents (check our website for a compete listing). issues I brought up as important to our company is immigration law. Libby Walters 608/310-6724 • [email protected] Known to many for his commitment to the market, Sales Director Francis Voss I came to learn in that meeting that Mr. Otter is staunchly opposed to is committed to sales with absolute integrity and operations that are second to any sort of loosening of immigration policies. For my plant, and for Advertising Manager & Editorial Review Suzi Grundahl none. Our efforts have been rewarded by several hundred fabricator sales; a list many of yours I suspect, this is an important issue because we sim- 608/310-6710 • [email protected] that continues to grow. Working closely to maintain this high standard with our ply can’t fill all of our jobs without hiring workers who were born in Sales & Marketing agents, MangoTech has a policy of direct company support on the spot in North Mexico and other Latin American countries. The sort of position Peggy Pichette America. Francis can be contacted toll-free at 866.GO.MANGO (866.466.2646), advocated by Mr. Otter could, if taken literally and acted upon literal- 608/310-6723 • [email protected] via cellular at 951.492.1278 or via e-mail: [email protected]. ly, dramatically harm our ability to produce our products. Kirk Grundahl Mango AutoWall Extruder So here I am, finding out in my office that I am diametrically opposed 608/274-2345 • [email protected] TechSupport/Spares Continuing our ongo- to my Congressman on this issue. This is where we get to the part Staff Writers for April 2005 ing commitment of first-rate support for our North American where I was surprised and glad I had gone to the effort of creating an Molly E. Butz • Stephanie Lowe • Sean Shields customers, Richard Vaughn has opened our new West Rachel Smith • Anna L. Stamm • Richard Zimmermann opportunity to meet Mr. Otter. We had a frank discussion about the Coast tech-support center for MangoTech. Richard has ramifications of both our positions, and I truly believe that the very Web Site Designer already had a big impact in meeting the tech supports Lora Gilardi business-friendly Congressman Otter developed an appreciation for 608/310-6711 • [email protected] needs of our clients in the U.S. and Canada. Richard’s vast my position, and I believe he started to understand how the undilut- hands-on experience includes several years working as the Accountant ed version of his position could adversely impact the local economy in Mike Younglove IT Manager of a large wood component manufacturing facility (truss & walls) in his district. We talked about some alternatives and possible compro- 608/310-6714 • [email protected] southern California where he gained invaluable experience in day-to-day plant mises, I gave him and his assistant Idaho Truss coffee cups (it’s not Computer Systems Administrator operations. Richard also oversees western spare parts inventory and is able to like I’m a lobbyist or something!), and we parted on excellent terms. Jay Edgar coordinate parts shipment from both coasts for the quickest delivery possible to our Now, I know that it is his job to part with everyone on good terms. 608/310-6712 • [email protected] expanding family of MangoTech machinery users. You can reach Richard by He’s a politician, and that’s what he does. But we went through sev- For advertising contact: phone (951.652.5001), fax (951.652.5356) or email ([email protected]). Peggy Pichette • Director of Sales eral issues in some detail that day, and we didn’t agree on all of them, [email protected] • Phone: 608/310-6723 and sometimes we just had to agree to disagree. But when we went Installation Mango Tech has four technical installers in North America, two operating out of the Eastern region including Canada, and two over immigration policies I believe that he learned something about Send all ad materials, insertion orders, MangoTech Length Measure/Cutter my business and many others that he didn’t know before, and in the contracts & payments to: operating out of the Central and Western regions, including Canada. These four end that could make a difference. I also believe that I established Truss Publications, Inc. installers are well-versed on the standard Mango products. They are supported myself as someone with information, and created a link that I can use 6300 Enterprise Lane • Suite 200 by visits from Australian installers as new products are introduced. Madison, WI 53719 to contact Mr. Otter in the future. Phone: 608/310-6706 • Fax: 608/271-7006 The recent addition of Richard and the new installers are a show of commitment I think the reason that they call it “grassroots” is because in your [email protected] • www.sbcmag.info and to our client base, with a promise of continual support and improvement in lawn, the roots of the grass are very many and very small, and are our services. For more in depth information about our AGENTS, PRODUCTS, The mission of Structural Building Components Magazine (SBC) is to increase the knowledge SERVICES and CUSTOMERS, visit our web site: starkly contrasted against the roots of say, your trees, which are much of and to promote the common interests of those engaged in manufacturing and distributing structural building components. Further, SBC strives to ensure growth, continuity and larger and stronger. Like the grassroots in your lawn, we component increased professionalism in our industry, and to be the information conduit by staying manufacturers are many and mostly small. But, if each of us had an abreast of leading-edge issues. SBC’s editorial focus is geared toward the entire structural www.mangotech.com building component industry, which includes the membership of the Wood Truss Council of opportunity to meet personally, exchange information and become America (WTCA), the Steel Truss and Component Association (STCA) and the Structural Component Distributors Association (SCDA). These associations make up an industry strate- or call: acquainted with our political representatives, those connections could gic planning committee called the Structural Building Components Council (SBCC). The aggregate into a lot of ability to influence the course of some future opinions expressed in SBC are those of the authors and those quoted, and are not necessar- ily the opinions of the associations listed above. 1-866-GO-MANGO political event. That influence, in turn, could have a huge impact on 1-866-GO-MANGO the futures of all of our companies. SBC Copyright ©2005 by Truss Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Mango Automation Retro Fit 8 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/mangotech.htm • TMAT (Truss Manufacturers Association of Texas) is looking forward to welcom- Publisher’s Message ing staff’s Tony Piek at both of their annual golf tournaments. They will also Association Teamwork Provides benefit from Tony’s expertise in quality Grassroots Foundation assurance, specifically in WTCA QC. • WTCA’s legislative staffer Sean Shields has worked with the Wood Truss Council by SBC Staff of the Capital Area (WTCCA) to connect ow do the industry’s grassroots grow? In this issue of SBC Magazine, with Dave Conover of the ICC. We will “Dependent people need others H we’ll count the ways by exploring how your industry associations, local work with Dave and the ICC on develop- to get what they want. chapters and loyal staff are sowing the seeds of change on your behalf. We’re ing stronger relationships with all our Independent people can get what thrilled to bring you the annual issue devoted to grassroots activities in the indus- chapters and the code development they want through their own try, complete with the WTCA membership listing and updates as to what’s hap- process. efforts. Interdependent people pening on the grassroots scene around the industry. Watch for future updates as staff continues combine their own efforts with If there is one word that sums up WTCA’s activities to advance and promote the use to cover chapter meetings and events the efforts of others to achieve of building components for the industry, it’s grassroots. This year, we’re bringing throughout the year! their greatest success.” grassroots to a WTCA chapter near you. Many of you may have noticed a new face Before you change the channel on reality —Stephen Covey, from The 7 Habits at your first chapter meeting of 2005. No, it’s not an Elvis impersonator; it’s of Highly Effective People a WTCA staff member! We’re coming to learn about local issues, assist with educa- television, don’t miss this issue’s anchor tional seminars, offer perspective, find out what it’s like to eat, sleep and breathe article. ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home building components, and share a little about what we’re working on every day at Edition, the feel-good, home improvement WTCA–National that can enhance your business. Most importantly, we’re there to reality show, is sweeping the nation—and listen and serve you. Here are some of the local issues that have been covered in the building components industry has chapter meetings around the country in the first few months of 2005: started to ride the show’s marketing wave in an extreme way! The staff at SBC • Jill Zimmerman of BCMC staff visited the Iowa Truss Manufacturers Association Magazine has been waiting for months (ITMA) in late January. She was influential in helping them implement a publi- for component manufacturers and their cations co-op program, which encourages chapter members to place bulk orders suppliers to get involved in one of these by offering potentially hefty discounts. The chapter also came up with a new projects so that the industry could show- warning tag idea that staff is implementing. case its value. We were thrilled when Roy • Whole house design was the hot topic du jour at the recent Joint Chapter Schiferl, Woodinville Lumber Company’s Meeting in Chattanooga, TN, involving the Alabama Component Manufacturers Vice President of Operations, called to say Association (ACMA), the Georgia Component Manufacturers Association his company had been recruited by nation- (GCMA), the Tennessee Truss Manufacturers Association (TTMA) and WTCA- al mega-builder Centex Homes to design, For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/adt.htm Kentucky. The discussion reinforced the notion that component manufacturers build, transport and frame all the compo- are in the midst of a changing marketplace. Working together, we can signifi- nents for the Dore family’s new home. SBC cantly influence the future of component design and manufacturing. The meet- staff went to Seattle to see how Woodinville took the project plant tours. In “Truss Plant Tours: A New Perspective,” SBC at a glance ing was attended by Kirk Grundahl, Lora Gilardi (staff contact for WTCA-KY and from plans to a completely framed home in just five days, a staff writer Molly Butz talks about the value she derived from ❑ This issue of SBC brings you the latest TTMA) and Libby Walters (ACMA and GCMA staff contact). virtual slam dunk for the Home Makeover production team. a recent plant tour. If you are of the mind that there’s noth- grassroots activities from WTCA Chapters • In southwest Florida, WTCA technical staff member Ryan Dexter and chapter On page 28, we reveal Woodinville’s real behind-the-scenes ing interesting or exciting to learn from a component plant, and staff, as well as the annual member- president Jim Swain are working together on membership development. The duo magic that reality television doesn’t show. you may be surprised to hear her point of view. ship listing. has been visiting non-members with the goal of recruiting new members for the As you consider what grassroots means to your company in Finally, in the second part of “The Road to Re-entry,” SBC ❑ Southwest Florida Truss Manufacturers Association (SWFTMA). One of the focal points of 2005 will be the context of the building components industry, we encour- Managing Editor Libby Walters reveals more about her talks WTCA staff’s attendance at quarterly • Rachel Smith of the WTCA technical staff attended the Mid South Component age you to use the trade associations that represent you as an with offenders who have been successful in life after their chapter meetings. We are here to support Manufacturers Association (MSCMA) at the beginning of March. In the past, this example of the true “roots” of the industry. Over the years, the incarceration. In this article, you’ll meet eight felons who all of our members; there is no better way chapter focused on local education; Rachel is providing support for the creation have started from square one to rebuild their lives. You’ll also than with local involvement. of a 2005 educational plan. WTCA/TPI relationship has been important to the success of the industry. In “Association Synergy Puts the ‘Root’ in Grass- hear from the management at Stark Truss Company and ❑ • WTCA–New York welcomed staff member Molly Butz at its January meeting and The synergy between TPI and WTCA has roots,” we invite you to take a glimpse into how small steps in Bluegrass Truss Company about a few of the business bene- set a foundation for even greater positive they are working together on the challenges of building labeling as well as the the right direction have paved the way for progress and oppor- fits they have received by participating in these rehabilitation industry work. implementation of local and state building code changes. programs. • The North Florida Component Manufacturers Association (NFCMA) will be work- tunity for component manufacturers and their suppliers. ❑ There is no doubt that our industry has ing with staff’s Barb Speer in 2005. Its hot button issue involves crane and erec- played a pivotal role in cost-effective res- One of the easiest and most effective means of incorporating We wish you all the best as you define grassroots in your own tion issues. The NFCMA and National will be working together to develop an edu- idential construction renovations. grassroots activities into your business plan is hosting truss way this spring. SBC cational program on the topic and make the appropriate revisions to BCSI 1-03.

10 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 11 If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then it may be a bearing wall. If you answered “no” to all the questions, then it is most likely a partition wall and can Technical Q&A safely be removed. Either way, you should consult with a local carpenter or engi- Tips for Homeowners: neer to determine how to proceed. SBC Removing Interior Walls To pose a question for this column, call the WTCA technical department at 608/274-4849 or email [email protected].

by WTCA Staff omeowners often call WTCA’s technical department with the classic Do you know the right questions H remodeling question, “Is this a load bearing wall?” Some callers are not to ask a homeowner who is able to articulate it as concisely, nor can they provide a very accurate description considering the removal of an of what the framing conditions are like. To respond to this problem, we created a interior wall for remodeling series of graphics to give them a few things to check in order to determine if the purposes? Here are some tips to wall in question can be removed. help you help them! Question Do 26-foot trusses (2x4 on 24" centers) need a middle wall support? I would like to remove a dividing wall in my 1960 ranch house and I don’t know if it’s load-bear- ing or not. How can I determine this? Figure 3. Answer It depends on whether the dividing wall is supporting the roof truss. If it is, then it is called a load-bearing wall and cannot be removed unless some other means of support is provided at that same location. If it is a non load-bearing wall (also called a partition wall) then you can safely remove the wall without changing the struc- tural performance of the truss. There are a couple of clues that help you determine if the wall is load-bearing or not. For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/ssc.htm 1. Is the wall running lengthwise down the middle of the house? (See Figure 1.)

2. Is there a beam or bearing wall under the wall on the story below? (See Figure 2.)

3. Does the roof truss have a metal plate con- nected joint located at the point where it bears on the wall? (See Figure 3.)

Figure 1.

at a glance

❑ Three basic questions can help a home- owner determine whether or not a wall is load bearing. ❑ A carpenter or engineer should be con- sulted before a homeowner proceeds Figure 2. with a partition wall removal. For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/deacom.htm

12 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 13 Safety Scene SouthernSouthern PinePine Lumber:Lumber: YourYour ChoiceChoice forfor TrussesTrusses

Southern Pine is preferred for roof and by Molly E. Butz floor trusses because of its high strength and s the temperature begins to rise and the busy construction season density for superior Good housekeeping is a whirls into full swing, housekeeping in a component manufacturing connector-plate holding A power. Grown in the USA, fundamental key to a safe plant can seem like a daunting task. In an effort to get projects completed and it’s readily available in a tures make [the importance of workplace and requires just out the door, everyone tends to work faster and potentially more carelessly. Yet, variety of sizes and strong a little effort to maintain! good housekeeping can be one of the easiest ways to avoid injuries on the job. safety] impossible to ignore,” visual, MSR and MEL According to the National Safety Council, workers are injured from slips, trips and he explains. Becht continues to grades....reasons why falls more than any other on-the-job injury. In other words, the majority of injuries take pictures on a daily basis, Southern Pine earns 55% of can be prevented as long as good housekeeping measures are used. Random tools, and then he uses them in safe- the truss market. cutoff pieces of lumber and banding scraps pose a threat to each and every work- ty signs, presentations and er when they are left in walkways, aisles and other areas where they might pres- emails. “If I see something out Online, the Southern Pine Council is your source for of place, or I notice something ent a hazard. design information, even I want fixed, I email the pro- Bob Becht, President of Chambers Truss in Fort Pierce, FL has taken his own a product locator. Visit: duction or maintenance man- www.southernpine.com approach to a safe workplace. Digital camera in hand, Becht takes his daily walk- ager with a brief explanation through of the plant with something specific in mind: housekeeping. Snapping and a photo or two. This pictures of safety hazards, he collects a series of photos and turns them into a makes it easy for everyone.” PowerPoint® slide deck. At each monthly meeting, Becht presents the slide deck Digital cameras are an inexpen- sive way to maintain good

housekeeping at any compo- 504/443-4464 • FAX 504/443-6612 nent manufacturing plant. And, as Becht has proved, it makes it For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/spc.htm easy for everyone involved. There are numerous simple digi- tal cameras available for as little as $100 • Keep fire extinguishers and fire sprin- and most of them easily attach to your PC. klers marked and free of obstructions. • Don’t wait! Fix hazards immediately or Once you’ve identified the problem areas, report them to a supervisor who has the developing policies to deal with these appropriate authority. concerns will keep them from happening in the future. Here are just a few tips to The best way to ensure good housekeep- keep your plant neat, clean and—most of ing is to develop an overall positive safety Before: Messy pile of scrap and banding blocks the walkway and After: Neat stack of scraps with banding put away makes for easy all—safe: culture in your facility. The basic rules are creates a potential tripping hazards. garbage removal and safe vicinity. simple: • Plan ahead by assigning responsibilities for clean-up. • Everyone must place an emphasis on ...workers are injured from slips, trips and falls more than any other on the job injury.... • Implement a program to make house- safety and health issues. Keep the electrical panels in the plant closed the majority of injuries can be prevented as long as good housekeeping measures are used. keeping part of the daily routine. • Each employee must accept personal and free from clutter at all times for increased • Keep aisles and walkways clearly responsibility for his or her own safety safety around equipment. at a glance to his safety committee on a large screen. The safety committee uses the slides to marked and free from debris/clutter. and health as well as that of others. pinpoint safety issues and formulate policies which are in turn passed on to the • Clean up spilled liquid of any kind immediately. ❑ With these basics in mind, you’re on the right track to a safe Bob Becht, “Mr. Truss Photo,” takes production managers for implementation. Becht has seen his “digital housekeep- • Properly dispose of oily or greasy rags. and healthy work environment. SBC digital technology to plant safety. ing” program immediately effect changes in the workplace. (To see an example of • Close all cabinets and drawers when you are done using ❑ Showing safety and health issues in a one of Bect’s presentations, visit Support Docs at www.sbcmag.info.) them. To pose a question for this column or to learn more about WTCA’s PowerPoint® presentation helps the staff • Properly store all tools/equipment. Operation Safety Program, contact WTCA Staff at 608/274-4849, email “The impact of the pictures leaves no room for argument. The production managers create innovative policies to improve • Neatly stack lumber and supplies. [email protected], or view the Operation Safety demonstration have no choice; they have to come on board with our safety policies, and the pic- workplace safety. • Use designated areas for smoking. online at www.wtcatko.com.

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by Don Groom, BCMC 2005 Chair lthough May 1 or “May Day” might be known to have begun as a spring The exhibitor Early Bird Deadline A festival long ago, in our world, May 1 is the BCMC early bird exhib- is right around the corner. Register it space DEADLINE. This means in order for exhibitors to take advantage of the online now to take full advantage discount for booth space at the Midwest Airlines Center in Milwaukee, you will of the marketing benefits! have to register by May 1. With last year’s record-shattering 86,750 square feet of exhibit space, you will not want to miss the May 1 deadline. We know you are busy this time of year and time is of the essence. This is why the BCMC Committee has made it easier than ever for you to register online. Simply go to www.bcmcshow. com and select “For Exhibitors” for all of the information you need to contract for booth space. With a few clicks of your mouse, you’re on your way to exhibiting in Milwaukee.

You will enjoy many marketing perks with your BCMC exhibit space registration. In fact, exhibitor presence isn’t limited to just the show floor. At BCMC, it’s our tradition to promote exhibitors throughout the year, allowing them to reach atten- dees all year long. For instance, did you know that when you sign up to exhibit at BCMC, your company profile and a link to your web site will appear on the BCMC web site as well as in SBC Magazine in the Official BCMC Show Guide and Recap issues (September/October and December respectively)? Each issue of SBC Magazine reaches thousands of component manufacturer CEOs and managers. The benefits of exhibiting at BCMC and advertising in SBC Magazine allow you to extend your tradeshow strategy and target advertising to create the highest pos- sible visibility to the structural building components industry. Plus, your company name will also appear in BCMC promotional ads and flyers, distributed to atten- dees on a weekly basis in the months leading up to the show.

While you are at the show, be sure to take a look in the BCMC Pocket Guide for your company’s name and location. It is yet another way we are serving you and the attendees at BCMC.

Another way to increase your visibility and also show your support of our industry is to participate in one or more of our sponsorship opportunities. This can be any- thing from continental breakfast, coffee break, banners located in the convention center, or hotel keys that are imprinted with your company logo. If you have a sponsorship idea, we’ll likely take you up on it. For details, please visit our spon- sorship web page at www.bcmcshow.com/projects/bcmcshow/sponsorship.php.

By exhibiting at BCMC, you become part of the largest component manufacturing at a glance focused tradeshow that there is. However, your journey does not end after BCMC. You will receive additional exposure on www.bcmcshow.com, in the Pocket ❑ BCMC is the “must go to” show of the Guide and in the September/October and December issues of SBC Magazine. structural building components industry. Moreover, don’t forget about all of the one-on-one contacts you will acquire at ❑ It is the place to see the latest industry the show. All of these are just added benefits of exhibiting at BCMC 2005 in products, services and equipment. Milwaukee, WI to help you create a better business with component manufactur- ❑ New ideas, sure to benefit your busi- ers throughout the industry. SBC ness, are always created at this fast- For more information about the 2005 BCMC show in Milwaukee, WI on October 12-14, visit the paced show. official show web site at www.bcmcshow.com or call 608/268-1161 ext. 9.

18 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/dricon.htm mouth. Why is it that easy? Because you know your business, you know your WTCA Board of Directors employees, and the facts merely illustrate simple truths. Arguments against bad Officers & Executive Committee Reps. Wtca Update legislation are not difficult to make. However, lawmakers will vote for bad bills if • President: Kendall Hoyd • Idaho Truss & Component Co. • 208/888-5200 • [email protected] no one ever comes to them and makes it! • President Elect/Treasurer: Donald Groom • Stark Truss Building Momentum Through Advocacy Co., Inc. • 330/478-2100 • [email protected] Convinced? If yes, don’t hesitate, go to www.sbcleg.com now and register for • Secretary: Barry E. Dixon • True House, Inc. dba True the 2005 SBC Legislative Conference. If no, but you’re on the fence, give us a call Truss • 904/757-7500 • [email protected] • Past President: Daniel Holland • Clearspan Components, or send us an email, and we’ll be happy to talk to you about the many addition- Inc. • 601/483-3941 • [email protected] by Sean D. Shields al reasons we can’t fit into this article on why you may want to go. Remember; • Robert J. Becht • Chambers Truss, Inc. • don’t picture yourself as a single blade of grass, picture yourself as an integral 772/465-2012 • [email protected] ou may be asking yourself, do I want to go to the 2005 SBC Legislative • Kenneth M. Cloyd • California Truss Co. • 909/657-7491 • part of the entire fairway on the 18th hole at Augusta Country Club. Now that’s [email protected] Conference in Washington, DC this year? Or, more likely you’re asking, Be a spokesperson for change Y • Dwight Hikel • Shelter Systems Limited • 410/876-3900 • power. SBC what is this Legislative Conference I’ve been hearing so much about? Hopefully, in [email protected] by attending the 2005 Legislative either case your next question is, how can I sign up? For more information about the 2005 SBC Legislative Conference, visit www.sbcleg.com or • Frank B. Klinger • Mid-Valley Truss & Door Co. • Conference! 956/428-7090 • [email protected] contact Sean Shields at 608/310-6728 or [email protected]. Well, I’m so glad you asked! It’s fast and it’s simple: visit www.sbcleg.com At-Large Representatives today, and in only five minutes you can register for the conference and be well on • Joseph J. Appelmann • Stock Building Supply • 818/256-1200 your way to being an effective grassroots advocate for your business and the struc- • Louis S. Blattner • Blattner Truss, Inc. • 304/233-4238 tural building components industry. New WTCA Members • Allen Erickson • Cal-Asia Truss • 925/680-7701 • Tony Harris • Stock Building Supply, Inc., • 407/291-2641 The concept is simple. Studies have conclusively shown the most effective • Ben Hershey • TruTrus • 602/252-1772 BK Design Services Pantheon Structures, Inc. • David Horne • Universal Forest Products, Inc. • 800/476- approach to influencing lawmakers is a personal visit from a constituent in their 9356 1123 Shenendoah Dr. 2474 Industrial Rowe home district. No hired guns. No slick talkers with briefcases full of money. Just • Tom J. Reaves • Component Manufacturing Company • Ellijay, GA 30540 Turlock, CA 95380 you and your extensive knowledge of your business operations and the problems 605/339-3647 706/635-4016 209/669-5774 • Rip Rogers • Trussway, Ltd. • 713/898-1026 that their laws can help fix or alleviate. Mr. Donald B. McNatt Mr. Robert Gilchrist • John A. Smith • Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Co. • 972/437-6100 You are the single most effective spokesperson for change in the legislative and Frame & Truss Manufacturers Risk Services-Nevada, Inc. • Steven A. Spradlin • Capital Structures Inc. • 479/783-8666 regulatory environment facing this industry, and that’s why your attendance at the Association of New Zealand 1210 S ValleyView Blvd #114 Directors Representing Chapters 2005 SBC Legislative Conference is critical. It is the perfect opportunity for you to PO Box 27219, Mt. Roskill Las Vegas, NV 89139 • Keith Azlin • U.S. Components, LLC • 520/882-3709 join forces with others in the industry and present a united message and voice to • Bruce J. Bain • Richco Structures • 920/336-9400 Auckland City, AUK New Zealand 702/678-6868 • Michael Balliet, Jr. • Bama Truss & Components • lawmakers on Capitol Hill. +64 27 452 1798 Mr. Joshua Schultz 205/669-4188 Mr. Robert K. Skipsey • Clyde R. Bartlett • Bluegrass Truss Co. • 859/255-2481 Truss Manufacturing Inc • Priscilla J. Becht • Chambers Truss, Inc. • 772/465-2012 By itself, one blade of grass can’t do anything impressive, but a whole lawn does wonders... Hesperia Truss, Inc. 97 Stanwell Rd • Rick Cashman • Florida Forest Products • 727/585-2067 • David A. Denoncourt • Steenbeke & Sons, Inc. • 9780 E Avenue Newington, CT 06111-4531 603/796-2974 If you are like most people reading this, you are currently thinking, “yeah, but it Hesperia, CA 92345 860/665-0000 • Jack Dermer • American Truss Systems, Inc. • 281/442-4584 • Simon Evans • Bay Truss Inc. • 510/232-0937 doesn’t really matter if I go.” I’ll make the argument that it does matter. That’s 760/244-8787 Mr. Larry Vernon Mr. Jeff Mason • Rusty Fennell • Stewart Truss LLC • 615/799-8787 why it’s called grassroots. By itself, one blade of grass can’t do anything impres- Verndale Truss, Inc. • James C. Finkenhoefer • Truss Systems, Inc. • 770/787-8715 sive, but a whole lawn does wonders for combating erosion, rejuvenating soil and Lukoff Engineering Associates 402 Northeast Clark Dr • Joseph D. Hikel • Shelter Systems Limited • 410/876-3900 giving you a great place to play a game of backyard football or work on your chip- 1999 East Route 70, Ste # L-4 Verndale, MN 56481 • John Hogan • Vivco Components • 816/449-2161 ping. It is through the combined strength of many individuals working together Cheery Hill, NJ 08003 218/445-5130 • John Huck • Home Lumber Company • 303/791-3715 856/424-5206 Mr. Brent Holm • David W. Hughes • Oregon Truss • 503/581-8787 that creates an unavoidable force within the halls of Congress. • Michael Karceski • Atlas Components, Inc. • 815/332-4904 Mr. Richard Lukoff, PE • Chris Lambert • Southeastern Materials, Inc. • 704/983-1144 Participation in the annual Legislative Conference in Washington, DC has steadily • Eric Lundquist • Allwood Building Components • increased each year since its inception in 2001. Be a part of building the momen- 586/727-2731 For more information about membership in WTCA, contact Anna (608/310-6719 or tum toward effective grassroots advocacy within this industry. If it’s your first time, • Glenn McClendon • Sun State Components, Inc. • [email protected]) or visit www.woodtruss.com. Listing as of March 14, 2005. 702/657-1889 I promise you’ll gain an experience you will never forget or regret. If you’re consid- • David Motter, P.E. • Tri-County Truss • 360/757-8500 ering coming back, but thought your last visit wasn’t as effective as it could have • Richard P. Parrino • Plum Building Systems • 515/327-0698 • Timothy Rouch • Gang-Nail Truss Co., Inc. • 559/651-2121 been, let us know and we’ll put you to work visiting federal agencies, whose • Gary Sartor • Stone Truss Company, Inc. • 760/967-6171 implementation of regulations directly affects our industry. WelcomeWelcome toto OurOur NewestNewest • Steven L. Stroder • Carter-Lee Building Components Inc. • at a glance 317/834-5380 In general, members of Congress propose legislation like clamping down on immi- SBCSBC Program Program AdvertiserAdvertiser • James M. Swain • Carpenter Contractors of America • ❑ 239/437-1100 We can help to make your Washington, gration laws or prematurely liquidating Canadian softwood lumber duties because • Terry Tontarski • Fabco - Tontarski, Inc. • 315/782-5283 DC legislative visit an experience that will someone has come to them and persuaded them it’s a good idea. The only way to International Paper Co. - Wood Div. • Dave Walstad • U.S. Components, Inc. • 609/518-9759 have an impact. convince them, and more importantly, their colleagues, otherwise is to show up in • Stephen Yoder • Stark Truss Co., Inc. • 330/478-2100 (Silver Advertiser) ❑ If you do not think your voice is important, their office with facts in hand and a compelling argument to share. Associate Member Directors • Gary Dunn, P.E. • Boise Building Solutions • 541/826-0200 just think what would happen to the laws We’ll make a deal with you. If you agree to show up at their door, we’ll provide the • Steve Hanek • USP Structural Connectors • 507/364-5425 in this country if everyone felt that way. Many Thanks for Your Support! • Charles C. Hoover, Jr., P.E. • Alpine Engineered Products • facts, and we guarantee the compelling arguments will easily flow from your 863/422-8685 • Joe Kusar • Tolleson Lumber Co., Inc. • 478/987-2105

20 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 21 Code Connection Building Code Involvement at National & Chapter Levels

by WTCA Staff ith the dominance of the International Code Council (ICC) family of codes United on the national and local W in the building code marketplace, one would expect there to be a greater level, component manufacturers uniformity across the country than when there were three model codes plus a num- ber of local codes. However, local adoption of the ICC codes does not give us the have a greater influence on complete uniformity that we would like. Due to local amendments as well as adop- building code changes tion of different editions of the ICC codes, a component manufacturer cannot that benefit the industry. assume that adoptions of the International Building Code (IBC) or International Residential Code (IRC) are the same from code jurisdiction to code jurisdiction.

WTCA and TPI are actively involved in monitoring, participating in and attempting to influence the direction that building codes are going at both the national level and local levels. It is important that WTCA chapters and the national organization participate in the process with the same set of goals. TPI/WTCA have developed a Code Development Policy to create and propose code changes that serve the best interest of the component manufacturing industry with broad-based support from building code officials and structural engineers, as well as to monitor code changes proposed by others.

WTCA chapters perform an important role in this process through monitoring local building code issues and being as actively involved with local code processes as practical.

WTCA chapters perform an important role in this process through monitoring local building code issues and being as actively involved with local code processes as practical. Our goal is to deal with proposed code changes that might affect com- ponent manufacturing as early as possible. Since there is an active involvement in building code and professional engineering issues at the national level, our indus- try will be best off to utilize the resources and experience that WTCA’s Engineering and Technology (E&T) committee and TPI Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) has to offer. Here are just a few reasons to work together on issues like this:

• There may already be a code resolution that has been discussed and developed by WTCA and TPI. • There may be alliances within the national code development community that can be tapped. at a glance • There is an existing process for reviewing code change proposals. ❑ We have learned that collaboration with Here are few additional recommendations for Chapters: all interested parties usually results in code changes that are better and more • Develop a Code Committee to monitor local and statewide code developments. easily implemented. This can typically be accomplished through periodic monitoring of state and local web sites. ❑ TPI and WTCA have developed a code • Provide frequent feedback to the WTCA E&T Committee and work with them change policy to guide industry code and TPI TAC to develop the tactics needed as code changes take place. developments. • Develop local and state relationships with groups involved in the code process ❑ The WTCA E&T Committee and TPI TAC or in the interpretation or enforcement of building codes such as engineers, are great resources of industry knowl- state PE boards, state agencies, builder organizations and material supplier edge that can help to avoid pitfalls. organizations. Continued on page 24

22 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info Code Connection TRIAD—THE NAME YOU KNOW AND TRUST Continued from page 22 IS THE TOTAL SOLUTION TO YOUR WALL Here is a brief summary of the TPI/WTCA Code Development PANEL EQUIPMENT NEEDS… Policy referenced above: High volume or low volume, Triad is there for you… • Code change issues and needs should be submitted to TPI FULLY AUTOMATED, SEMI-AUTOMATED, TAC or WTCA E&T for review and analysis. MANUAL OPERATIONS—TRIAD HAS BEEN THE • The WTCA E&T Committee will apply all existing knowl- TRIED AND TRUE LEADER FOR OVER 40 YEARS. edge, draft concepts and supporting arguments and work with the chapter on the best possible approach to revolv- ing the issue at hand. • All work will be reviewed by at least one TPI TAC and WTCA E&T member. • Support of building code officials or other interested parties that are willing to collaborate in reviewing, revising, improving and embracing the code change proposal will be sought. • Once we have completed our homework, we will imple- TRIAD SMARTWALL SYSTEM ment the best approach. Although the process may appear involved, much of it is TRIAD/MERRICK done through email and teleconference meetings, expediting MACHINE CO the process. Every effort is made to ensure the best probabil- Equipment For Wood & Steel Framing, Stair Manufacturing ity that truss industry generated code change proposals will be viewed favorably, adopted and implemented. SBC EXHIBITORS: REGISTER ONLINE AT PO BOX 130, ALDA, NE 68810 PH: 800-568-7423 OR 308-384-1780 EXT. 133 For more information about how to get involved in the code process, www.bcmcshow.com For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/triad.htm contact WTCA staff at 608/274-4849 or [email protected]. Roll Off Wall Panels Damage Free! STRONG LIGHTWEIGHT STABLE Submit your Application & Contract for Exhibit Space by May 1 to save money! ® Would you like to join WTCA? ® Do you have questions about exhibiting?

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24 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/bcmc.htm For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/robbins.htm etween reality dating shows, extreme (more like insane) sports challenges ...had the capability and vast flexibility we needed to pull this • Dave Motter - The Professional Engineer who oversaw all BehindBehind thethe B and surprise-we’re-giving-you-a-makeover-whether-you-like-it-or-not pro- off. They do components, framing and siding, and we needed the design work and coordination with Centex, making grams, many of us have had enough “reality.” Don’t turn that station yet. Not until their manpower and expertise to get the job done,” he noted. sure the plans were accurate. the building components manufacturing industry gets some long-overdue press for • Wayne Bridgen - Involved in providing enough extra Phase 2: Organization/Preparation/Logistics its role in home improvement shows like ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. materials (especially wood) on the jobsite (i.e., all the loose ScenesScenes ofof ABC’sABC’s “We set the tone for the project.” parts and pieces needed for construction). Craig MacKay, President of Woodinville Lumber, got the call If you’ve ever seen the show, you know the drill: a down-on-their-luck family gets • Ronnie Adjutant - Headed up the framing crew. from Centex on Tuesday, October 20. He and Vice President ExtremeExtreme Makeover:Makeover: sent to a sub-tropical locale for a week while their home gets a complete floor to • George Harris - Coordinated dispatch and logistical of Operations Roy Schiferl decided almost immediately to vol- ceiling makeover. In the case of Season 2’s Episode 11 (which aired January 9), the transportation. unteer for the project. By Monday, October 25, the Centex Dore family of Kingston, WA got much more than an extreme makeover, they got • Roy Schiferl - Selected and coordinated the team. Talked and Woodinville teams were holding the first of many meet- HomeHome EditionEdition a brand new home. about what the scope of the project was, pre-planned the ings to organize the building process, discuss structural ele- timeframes. If you are the ever-skeptical type who often yells “right—that could never happen” ments of the home, and plan for logistics. Larry paid • Brian Lampe - Engineer-of-Record and On-site Engineer. Woodinville Lumber at your TV, don’t retract that statement yet. It’s not your fault. Often what makes Woodinville a great compliment regarding their organization Uses Components to good reality television content (translation: good ratings) isn’t necessarily reality. early in the project. “One of my greatest memories of work- The production team gave Centex four weeks to draw up the Consequently, if you saw the episode, you didn’t hear that Woodinville Lumber in Turn Dreams into Reality ing with Woodinville was that first meeting. They had plans, get them approved, communicate with vendors, order nearby Woodinville, WA was behind the scenes and instrumental in making the thought of everything before the meeting: from big picture supplies and come up with a start-to-finish building sched- Dore’s dream of a brand new home come true in just five days. In other words, logistics to any other constraints that we might have over- ule. Larry said, “We were begging for an extra week or two. by Libby Walters Woodinville put the reality in this reality show. looked. They’re component and framing experts; we looked This is a process we usually complete over a five-month time to them to apply their experience to the period for a house of this complexity. It job,” he said. was really overwhelming.”

•••About the Dores Due to the enormity of “Project X” and The Dore home was to be one of the A single mother of three, Roseanne Dore lost her home to a fire in March 2004. She soon found out that her insurance the compressed timeframe in which it most complicated that Extreme Make- agent hadn’t renewed her homeowner’s policy, which left her unable to rebuild or clear the remnants of the burned struc- was to be completed, Centex drafted a over had ever seen. “We proposed one of ture from the lot. With no other option, she moved her daughters into the utility shed in the backyard, untouched by the fire. For many months, the girls went to friends’ houses to shower. The entire family was stuck using an old doorless out- complex flow chart of all possible items our stock plans, but it wasn’t accepted,” house on the property. To eat, they cooked on an outdoor propane camping stove. When not working hard to provide for to coordinate and delegated responsibili- Larry said. “The family had very specific her family as the local junior high school’s assistant cook, Roseanne donates her property to the local Girl Scouts for cam- ties among 15 “stage captains.” For requests and we had to figure out a way pouts and outdoor excursions. The Dore’s property is also the site of annual family reunions. instance, different Centex employees to accommodate them.” In the end, the were chosen to head up on-site quality home covered an expansive 3,400 square control, safety, PR/marketing, site utilities, trash and framing. feet, with seven bedrooms and six baths. A 1,600 square foot Phase One: The Commitment The project’s organizational charts were insane, Larry said. deck was also added. To add to the complexity and the com- “We can’t do this project without Woodinville.” “The schedule itself started on a 25-foot piece of paper, which pressed building timeframe, the construction site presented a Larry Fowler is the Director of Forward Planning in Centex Homes’ Seattle office. was eventually reduced to a double-sided 8-½ x 11, in fifteen- host of challenges for Centex and Woodinville to anticipate in Centex has a workforce of 6,000 employees nationwide and represents over 90 mar- minute increments,” he noted. Roy did the same, assembling the weeks leading up to the event. kets in 25 states. Centex was contacted by the Master Builders Association (MBA) a team of Woodinville’s best to head up different tasks: of Seattle in early October with an offer to be named builder on the Dore’s home, “At our first site visit, there were about 50 of us. We saw the he said. “When they offered us the chance to work on the project, all I knew is that • Fritz Pfaff - Panelized the floors decks and roof systems burned structure, well system, the temporary shed the fami- it would be a house in Kingston [18 miles from Seattle],” Larry remembered. “We for the porch and decks. ly was living in, horses, cows, boats and cars. The landscape only had a few days to make a decision.” • Kay McCaslin - Headed up the wall panels, stairs and was not flat at all. It was a tough site to work with given all two fireplaces required for the project. the contours and existing structures,” Larry said. The pro- Centex’s upper management from across the nation powwowed about the decision. • Brian Holt - Coordinated the pre-finished siding on the duction crew allotted the first two days of the project to “The show was still so new that we weren’t quite sure what to be scared of,” Larry preinstalled gable ends and oversaw the siding of the clearing the burned structure and the civil work it would take said. “I remember watching the show every Sunday thinking, ‘what a bunch of entire structure. to restructure the new building site. A new well/plumbing malarkey. They could never build a house in five days.’” Their decision was made • Jim Schumacher - As chief delegator and motivator, he system would also be installed during those first days. That on many conditions, one of which was that having Woodinville as a significant part- did a ton of PR for the company and encouraged the team left a total of five days—120 hours—in which to frame, side ner on the project would be vital to their overall success. “We knew Woodinville to press on. and decorate the Dore’s new home. Continued on page 30

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28 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 29 From the ferry’s drop-off point, there was Get a Hole only one access road into the property. Request a Fire “None of us were transportation experts, * Retardant Wood in One as Architectural Binder but it wasn’t hard to see that there was HeavyDuty... only one way in and no way out,” said a Distributor Larry. It didn’t take the team long to realize a temporary road would have to be built to or a ensure the smooth transport of materials, machinery and volunteers both in and out Manufacturer of the construction site. A traffic jam during the home construction would mean lost time. Not one minute could afford to be wasted if they were to complete the home on schedule. AIA 2005 NATIONAL CONVENTION Phase 3: Components FREE passAND DESIGN EXPOSITION (exhibit onl Pre-Construction May 19-21, 2005 • Las Vegas “We knew componentization and pre- y) booth #785 fabrication were the only way to go.” Reengineering Wood Components With just a few weeks to go until the open- For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/csi.htm ing day of taping, the Woodinville compo- *Sponsor of the Hole in One Giveaway nent design team waited anxiously for the at BCMC 2004. See you in Milwaukee in 2005! Behind the Scenes of ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition final plans to come through their fax www.openjoist2000.com Continued from page 29 machines. Behind the scenes, design engi- (800)263-7265 The site itself wasn’t the only issue Centex and Woodinville had to contend with. neer Dave Motter of Tri-County Truss said Weather, the transport of materials onto the grounds and the logistics of squeez- the home design was a moving target. [email protected] ing a total of 700 volunteers, vendors, production crew, law enforcement and the “Just when you thought they were set on For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/openjoist.htm public on the two-acre site. No small feat for two companies fighting to keep their the plans, they would move a wall or MMATERIALATERIAL regular customers and jobs from being held up by mammoth Project X. Woodinville rearrange a room,” he recalled. The com- Sales Manager Jim Schumacher said, “The one thing we said from the start was pressed time schedule called for this project could not impede or jeopardize the work for our normal customers.” Woodinville technicians to assert great HHANDLINGANDLING All rights reserved. flexibility. “The people we had doing the “We couldn’t let our regular customers think that we could not keep up with their truss and component design are top notch. work,” Roy noted. Centex had the same goal in mind. “Shutting down our business Save time. Increase productivity without They took the many changes in stride,” the need for extra manpower. And stop to complete this project was not an option for us. That took a big commitment from Dave said. To keep other projects on our staff and vendors throughout the planning phase,” Larry commented. cutting the wrong lumber. MiTek’s schedule, Roy remembered that everyone heavy duty conveyor and roller systems According to Larry, Seattle’s typical rainy fall season weighed heavily on his mind pretty much turned around the design and put the right lumber where you ©2005 MiTek Holdings, Inc. ©2005 MiTek in the weeks leading up to the project. “Weather was my biggest concern. The only manufacturing of components in a day need it – when you need it! Creating the Advantage. Now. thing to do was plan for rain,” he said. As we’ll see in the following sections, com- within receiving the plans. 800.325.8075 • www.mii.com ponentization and pre-fabrication was the answer to the threat of rain. Early on in the scheduling process, one Strongest Truss Trailer For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/mitek.htm Accessing the site proved to be another hurdle for Centex and Woodinville. The thing became clear: hauling prefabricated 130,000 PSI Steel site was located off a remote peninsula, west across the Puget Sound, which meant components was the only feasible way to One Piece Beam that the most efficient way to transport materials to the building site was via the frame the home in the scheduled timeframe. Roy said the “Even the gable ends were pre-sided and pre-painted. That Lifetime Warranty Edmonds/Kingston ferry. Covering about eight miles across the Sound, the ferry team knew ahead of time that every piece—prefabricated took a certain amount of innovation that I’ve never seen Many Galvanized Parts ride took about 30 minutes one way. The transport complications didn’t end there. decks, floors and walls—had to fit together like a puzzle. before,” he marveled. Continued on page 32 Bigger Rollers

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30 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 31 struction was simple: failure was not an option. Roy said, “With this being televised nationally, if the project turned out to be a disaster, it wasn’t going to be because of us.” With their fierce drive in tow, Woodinville was ready for anything.

A deadline to have all components ready for transport by November 10 was set because the production company wanted them to be delivered at least two days ahead of schedule. Team members recog- nized George Harris’ organizational tactics as the primary point of departure. He had received permission from nearby Kingston Lumber to use their yard as a staging and inventory control area. There, George and the logistics team sequenced all compo- THE BEST WOOD FOR A BETTER WAY TO BUILD. nents on semi-trucks—14 in all—in the exact order in which they would be needed by the framing crew on the jobsite. “If you AT IP WOOD, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED. didn’t have the right piece at the right time, it meant lost time,” said Wayne. “George’s materials sequencing was cru- cial because the walls couldn’t arrive on a truck before the floors. That would spell disaster for the framing schedule,” Kay McCaslin pointed out.

November 13: the day the components would be framed. The sense of adrenaline was ever-present. Ronnie Adjutant’s fram- ing team left Woodinville at 1:00 a.m. for the project site by bus, circumventing Puget Sound. They started framing at 5 a.m. instead of 6 as originally scheduled (see framing schedule). He scheduled 45 lead framers that day, creating teams of two and breaking them down into specific tasks. “Every guy had a partner to limit the

For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/precisionequipment.htm amount of tools on site,” he explained. “These are guys who typically don’t work For MSR and MEL manufactured to the highest quality Behind the Scenes... together, so I was really impressed to see standard, choose Southern Yellow Pine from IP Wood. Continued from page 31 how everyone got along. They just attacked it.” We know one size doesn’t fit all, so we offer a wide variety The final details of the house were complicated to say the Even with the temporary road in place, the volume of trans- of grades and sizes to meet your very specific needs. Use least. In addition to the family’s living quarters and the extra portation was a factor requiring constant attention. “The the best wood to build trusses with precision, save money space for a future bed and breakfast, Woodinville would three-mile country road leading into the property carried a and eliminate waste. For superior product quality, availability design and manufacture all components for an attached two- constant stream of vendors and VIPs destined for hospitality and high performance, we’ve got you covered. car garage, 1,600 square feet of covered front porch, new tents. There were dozens of semis parked all along the road horse shelter and a well house. The total square footage of and the police were on constant patrol,” Brian recalled. The Who would? IP Wood for you. components provided was over 5,000 square feet. heavy volume of traffic ultimately erased the crew’s two-hour lead on the production schedule. “At 11 a.m., we were exact- Phase 4: On Site at Project X ly two hours ahead of schedule,” Roy said. “We experienced “You could feel the synergy in the air.” a lull in activity because a truck carrying decorative drift- Call IP Wood today at 800-527-5907. Woodinville’s attitude going into the on-site building con- Ask about our quality products and our silver platter service. wood for an art piece on the front lawn blocked our access. Continued on page 34 www.ipwood.com

Copyright © 2005 International Paper Company. All rights reserved. 32 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/ipwood.htm show doesn’t spotlight. But don’t be fooled, sleep deprivation was a factor during con- struction. For instance, Ronnie was up for 46 straight hours. Roy noted that enforcing Fast.Accurate... proper safety was crucial because a major- ity of the volunteers were awake for a full 24 hours. “We made a point to make safety a primary focus,” he said. A few Wood- inville volunteers were sent home due to Behind the Scenes... by Brian Holt, the Dore home was fully sided in another eight fatigue-induced mistakes. Larry reported Continued from page 32 hours. that during the course of the construction, out of the 700 volunteers, there was one We couldn’t get the materials through,” Ronnie said. Toward Several employees commented that trust in their co-workers twisted ankle, one splinter and a cut. the end of the lull, plumbers and electricians were let into the played a big role in the process. “I realized I had to trust that “Craig and Roy were very conscious of structure earlier than scheduled, which created a literal the person in front of me would do their job accurately,” safety and focused on injury avoidance,” he power struggle. “I’d have ten guys on the roof and only one George said. “Everyone was working to make the next guy said. would have power,” Ronnie said. Those were just a few of succeed. That’s how we operate at Woodinville,” noted Kay. the unknowns that were impossible to predict in the pre- “It was a show of teamwork I’ve never seen before,” Roy Brian remembered the stress of balancing planning phase, Larry explained. stated with pride. mental and physical exhaustion with the spiked adrenaline rush. “The problem was A quick 13-½ hours later, Ronnie’s team had completed the George noted that the team learned to react very quickly to that there were framers on site for 12 hours, framing entirely. “It was an absolutely incredible feat in my changes on site. “You talk about problem solving, this was and the next team was ready to come in book,” Larry gushed. “From the Centex stage captains to the the epitome.” Wayne used the “duck in water” analogy to right behind you, all jazzed up and ener- various vendors to logistics, the house went up like nothing describe the collective Woodinville game face: “On the sur- gized. The dynamic was hard to handle at I’ve ever seen,” he said. “Every component—from the floor, face, it looked like we were gliding along the water, but times,” he said. Witnessing all the trades to the walls and roof—went together like magic. If there was underneath we were paddling like hell.” ever a time to prove that components are the most efficient on site working on a compressed timeline means of framing a house, it was this project,” said Roy. Led Fatigue is one of those unpleasant details that the television was raw talent at its best, said Larry. “It was a five-day non-stop adrenaline rush,” ® he noted. WTC A Phase 5: Coming Down. Build-Time Efficiency “I have a greater respect for home- CYBER A/T All rights reserved. building.” ™ Many Thanks to Our TTT The Turb-O-Web System SAVES up to $$$ on Web Lumber SAVE Craig MacKay has been president of • Fast, acccurate setups. Fastest processing. 16% ON WEB LUMBER! At the same Online Training Partners Woodinville since 1983. He commented on • The best in position resolution. time it provides saw and build-time the things that surprised him the most • Fewer calibrations required. efficiencies through increased throughput. about his company’s involvement in Project You can have it all with MiTek’s

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34 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 35 Behind the Scenes... to the pride our group took away from the project,” he said. Continued from page 35 Jim continued, “I was most proud of our company for offer- Woodinville employees were mutually complimentary of ing their JIT service. In a sense, that’s what Woodinville has Centex. George said, “Centex was very accommodating dur- been able to provide to our customer base with increased fre- ing our time on the construction site. In terms of logistics, quency. And it allowed the construction cycle to take 16 they made us their first priority,” he said. Brian Holt also hours instead of four weeks.” Jim has big plans to get the commented that Centex did an extraordinary job in manag- most mileage out of Woodinville’s involvement in Project X. ing the project’s logistics. “The thing went off without a In fact, plans are underway to create a DVD presentation of hitch,” he noted. the construction and framing process that will highlight each “In the end, we really did it for the cause, for the family,” said aspect of company. “Our customers may be aware of some of Fritz. In addition to Woodinville’s work on Project X, the the services we provide, but chances are they don’t know of company’s total donations to the community and charitable everything we have to offer,” he said. “With the labor mar- organizations are nothing short of extremely generous: an ket’s declining skill level, more customers will be ready to entire framing package for a battered women’s shelter, too take advantage of what we can offer,” Jim stated. many Habit for Humanity projects to count, Girl Scouts, Boy Woodinville’s extreme new office building is the next big hur- Scouts. Roy is proud of the company’s efforts to contribute to dle for the company to surmount. It is scheduled to be ready the community, but has no illusions about what that commu- in mid-April and the company can’t wait. nity involvement has done to make a name for Woodinville. “We have been very successful in getting out the message of Larry said Centex was incredibly fortunate to have had the the value of our components. It’s a big reason that wall panel opportunity to work with Craig MacKay and the Woodinville manufacturing has taken off for us,” he noted. staff. “I felt very fortunate to have been a little cog in this big wheel,” he said. “Working with the great people of Wood- Roy and Jim didn’t have to do much in the way of PR for inville was a pleasure. What an incredible privilege.” customers to recognize Woodinville’s work on Project X. Jim noted that those who approached them after the fact said Congratulations to Woodinville on an extreme job well done! they knew it was Woodinville helping. “It really contributed SBC

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respectively, all involved have worked relentlessly to build a relationship with a gy), would have changed the code to re- All rights reserved. Holdings, Inc. ©2005 MiTek quire labeling of trusses through the addi- shared vision for the future of the building components industry. The fundamental TM purpose is to make the maximum use of industry resources and to minimize or alto- tion of the following code language: “Each gether prevent duplication of effort and redundancy between the associations. The truss shall be labeled on the underside of goal is to focus each organization’s work on its specific mission and keep asking the bottom chord between the outside bear- ROOF TRACKER ourselves the question, “How do WE most effectively serve the best interests of the ing point and the center of each truss with More efficient than ever, this trackless component manufacturing industry?” the identifying label from the truss design roof truss roller press saves floor space – drawings.” The industry group’s goal was to increasing safety and worker productivity. The strong synergy of WTCA and TPI has resulted in phenomenal gains for the affirm the IRC Building/Energy Code Devel- industry over the years. You may recall the following monumental initiatives, made opment Committee’s committee disap- RoofTracker’s gantry head is compact. by WTCA and TPI on behalf of their respective memberships, setting an example proval of this change. TPI TAC’s Steve Cab- Its work surface is large and sturdy. Creating the Advantage. Now. of the industry’s true grassroots spirit. ler (MiTek Industries, Inc.) and Grundahl Slotted top tables give clear access to the jigging area. 800.325.8075 • www.mii.com Victory at ICC Hearings provided testimony that supported the Thanks to a working task group of WTCA and TPI members, the structural build- approach that ASNI/TPI 1 already takes For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/mitek.htm ing components industry achieved two favorable decisions from the International regarding this issue. Thanks to their testi- Code Council (ICC) at the Final Action Hearings in May 2004. Dave Brakeman, mony, the outcome at the hearing went in the industry’s favor. noted that a united voice for the industry is more influential than that of a single organization: “[The recent ICC code Steve Cabler, Charlie Goehring and Kirk Grundahl attended the hearings, rallying— Cabler remarked that the united industry effort paid off in the changes] are just one more example of how they are working in concert—for the WTCA and TPI memberships. During the week-long session, end: “With a coordinated team effort, we were successful in to protect the members’ interests. Our influence and our the general ICC membership considered two code change proposals of critical achieving the outcome planned. These hearings can be voice are being recognized through a lot of hard work by importance to the building components industry. unpredictable and broad support of a position is critical in people who did their homework and presented our case.” ICC getting the votes needed. In the end, lining up industry sup- at a glance Code change proposal, S14-03/04 (International Building Code - Structural) posed code change success: the result of deep-seeded grassroots port put us over the top. Solid relationships with building offi- ❑ the greatest challenge for the WTCA/TPI group, who first submitted the proposal organization in the industry. WTCA and TPI have proven that the cials, structural engineers and related industry associations “united we stand, divided we fall” cliché on minimum attic live loads for IBC and IRC consideration during code hearings in were a huge benefit to us in the hearings and will continue This foundation for success continues today. At the 2005 has solid merit. January 2003. The proposal had been accepted by the IRC Building/Energy Code Development Committee but defeated by the IBC Structural Committee, on to pay dividends for our industry in the future.” code change hearing for the 2006 International Fire Code, the ❑ When our collective focus is on serving grounds that the wording—not the concept—required further clarification. At the fire service proposed F45-04/05 for a new section in the code the best interests of our industry, there WTCA members voiced their appreciation for the group’s 2004 hearing, the group had to reverse the IBC Structural committee’s original dis- called “Section 507.4 - Identifying emblems for structures are no losers in the process. work on behalf of the industry. Rip Rogers of Trussway, Ltd. approval by majority floor vote and then get a modification to the first code pro- with truss construction.” The reason given for this code Continued on page 40

38 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 39 which emphasizes the importance of working together in the best interests of Specialized Knowledge • Years of Experience the industry. We need to use our associ- ations’ strengths to better the industry, When choosing an insurance company to rather than losing focus when there is a protect your hard earn assests: question of which association should be leading a particular charge.” This is the 1. Make sure they understand your business. essence of why a joint publications 2. Make sure they bring years of experience and agreement between both associations knowledge so they can provide you with the has proven to be so critical to our collec- exact coverage you require. tive success. It allows us to emphasize the importance of working together. And 3. Make sure they are dependable, dedicated the results speak for themselves. and qualified. Having a single voice in the marketplace MAKE SURE THEY ARE: has increased BCSI 1-03 sales to a level Sirak-Moore Insurance Agency, Inc. that was hard to predict—in 2004 we Building Components Division 4700 Dressler Rd NW • Canton, OH 44718 sold 23,295 books, which is roughly dou- PH: (330) 493-3211 • (800) 597-8102 ble the volume of bracing books sold in any one-year period in the past. This For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/sirak-moore.htm synergy has been felt with every joint product produced. This has also helped Association Synergy... with WTCA membership growth as 110 new members were Continued from page 39 added in 2004. No longer is there any confusion about who is change was: “This will assist the fire department in identify- the component manufacturer association. TPI has also bene- ing structures that may pose an inherent danger to early col- fited from our collective focus on quality by gaining 12 new lapse by the failure of truss construction thus saving lives of TPI Quality Assurance Program accounts. firefighters.” Through the relationships developed in the past At a February joint WTCA Chapter meeting (including and hard work at these hearings, this code change proposal TTMA, ACMA, GCMA, and WTCA-KY) in Chattanooga, TN, was recommended for disapproval by a 12 to 1 committee Grundahl spoke about the B-Series, developed and co-pro- vote. The benefit of this work at the code hearing were the duced by the two organizations. The most positive result of discussions and the relationships developed with the propo- the partnership, he said, is that when we are united, it sends nents of this code change, which are certain to help us as a stronger educational message to the marketplace. “We lis- this issue rises again in the future. tened to framers’ needs in applying bracing in the field and “Success in this environment is about providing credible also the needs of the component manufacturing industry in information and developing relationships that can be trust- its duty to inform. All of the changes we made in creating ed,” said Grundahl, who attended two weeks of code devel- BCSI came from the suggestions of a wide variety of partici- opment hearings at the end of February. “Our industry has pants in our various meetings. The development of BCSI is been very good at this and we continue to develop a solid the essence of all that it means to have an effective associa- foundation with the members of the ICC who are working tion—people committed to the best interests of all involved Robotic wall panel production? It’s finally here. diligently to make changes to the code. We have a great deal in our industry. And the true bonus is that there are no longer of respect for all involved within the ICC. These relationships two approaches to bracing education taking place in the mar- Are you ready to dramatically reduce manpower, increase production and improve quality? Now you can. Robotic technology allows will last a lifetime and have very positive effect on our indus- ket; there is one and the education affect in the marketplace you to eliminate problems and costs associated with labor on the factory floor. Weinmann automated panel technology from Stiles Machinery features a CNC controlled framing station and multi-function bridge. Stud placement, nailing, sheathing fastening and routing try,” he added. is being felt in many positive ways,” he said. functions are automated from the data received from your engineering or CAD programs. High speed production of one-off custom Joint Publications Spell Success WTCA Past President Mike Ruede articulated the positive home wall panels can now be accomplished at considerably lower cost when compared to the other wall panel systems. When you in the Marketplace effect of this relationship eloquently. “The shared vision of work with Stiles Machinery you receive industry leading training, software, 24/7 technical support, parts, and field service. 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40 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info www.stilesmachinery.com Your success is our business. fact, I’m having one with the Ohio Chapter Truss Plant Tours this month.” I thanked Marshall for the tour and asked ail-on-the-Fly... him what tidbits of wisdom about giving N Fly tours he could share. “ABC has been host- a new perspective ing truss plant tours for the last 30 years. by Molly E. Butz We’ve had more in the last five, just because of the technology advancements, such as computers in the workplace. We have tours for anyone, any customer or vendor, and even the competition is wel- have been working in the structural building components industry for more come to come and look around,” McCarty “If someone like me, someone I than two years now; you’ve probably even seen my byline in SBC articles responded. who works in the component now and then. As a member of the WTCA staff, I have been exposed to many won- manufacturing industry and has derful educational experiences, from attending the BCMC show and Open The competition? Very cool. access to hundreds of component Quarterly Meetings, to meeting with individual members of the industry in person But the real question is, of course, what’s manufacturers (CMs) at any time, and getting to know them over the phone. I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of the point? Why invite these people into learns something every time she our SBC Magazine team, every issue, and was a key team member in the devel- your facility and let them see how your sets foot in a plant, just imagine opment of WTCA’s Operation Safety program. Each person I talk with sheds a new operation works? McCarty was direct, “We light on the industry and I am opened up to yet another perspective on the day-to- the learning experience for some- feel that the tour benefits us as well as the day life in a component manufacturing plant. one outside of the industry!” people going through. It gives both parties Understanding what it’s like to own or manage a component manufacturing facil- a chance to communicate.” ity plays an important role in our responsibilities at WTCA and helps ensure that “We have also had many school groups as we work on various projects for the industry, we come through, from high schools and tech can convey the information in ways that will best schools, even at the university level,” benefit those engaged in manufacturing and dis- McCarty explained. “These have been very tributing structural building components. All rights reserved. Holdings, Inc. ©2005 MiTek beneficial and we were able to hire several One of the experiences I find most interesting, edu- people for our design/drafting department cational and enjoyable is visiting component manu- due to these tours!” facturing facilities. There’s nothing more defining OWEROWER RAMERRAMER Getting regular plant tours underway at PP FF for me than a look inside the daily operations, from your facility can be fairly simple and it’s an the folks in the design department to the people in Build panels better and faster with the Power ideal way to provide a valuable service to the fabrication areas. I find that wherever I go, there Framer framing table. You control production educational institutions, builders, building is always something to learn. Most recently, I visit- speed, creating higher throughput per shift! officials, specifiers, the fire service, local ed Automated Building Components in Dayton, OH. • Workers stay put. Panels move constantly legislators and even you. Yes, you! All of As part of the WTCA Ohio Chapter Association past high-production nail guns. these groups have an impact on your busi- (WTCAOCA) meeting, we gathered alongside President Marshall McCarty and Creating the Advantage. Now. ness, and what better way to help them • Everything happens automatically. scoped out his new 150' wide, 410' long shop. Big, open, what a great saw area, 800.325.8075 • www.mii.com understand exactly what you do than to and how interesting to see those babies in action! It was like something out of a invite them in to see it for themselves. A For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/mitek.htm sci-fi movie, each blade spinning, angulating and precisely cutting each 2x4 that hands-on experience can be an eye-opener passed through its grasp. Following the tour, the chapter met and discussed, and it also gives you the opportunity to among other things, how important it is to give plant tours. highlight your operation and show guests how the machin- answer the questions that arise. ery works, how the pieces are put together and what new I knew when I visited Automated Building Components that I would be putting this “I never thought that people would be as interested as they technologies are being used. Encourage your visitors to ask article together, and as I began mulling over the points I wanted to make about seem to be,” said Tom Nowak, President of Now Structures questions, and if safe and feasible, talk to your employees. offering plant tours, a thought came to mind: If someone like me, someone who in Nevada, MO. “It feels good to be part of the education For specific groups, such as legislators, you can describe at a glance works in the component manufacturing industry and has access to hundreds of process.” Nowak also responded to the OMP and gives tours how the products are used and the number of people you ❑ Truss plant tours give those outside our component manufacturers (CMs) at any time, learns something every time she sets of his facility on a monthly basis. “I invite anyone who is employ. This invites discussion about the industry, in gener- industry a chance to experience our foot in a plant, just imagine the learning experience for someone outside of the interested in seeing how a truss is manufactured, starting in al, and how it impacts your community as well as the state component manufacturing industry and industry! and even the country. change their perceptions. the design department all the way to where the trusses are In addition to my tour, I requested that the one of the questions on a recent SBC stacked for delivery.” ❑ Ken Cloyd, President of California Truss Company in Perris, A truss plant tour is easy to give a group One Minute Poll (OMP) ask “Truss plant tours: How often do you invite elected Not only will you be able to dispel myths and clear up any CA, sees a plant tour as an opportunity. “When I do a plant presentation about. Just use your passion, officials, the public, or other trades in to see your operation?” In reviewing the your profession and your expertise! confusion about the industry, this is also your opportunity to tour, the biggest thing that comes out of it at the end is a results, I noticed that Mr. McCarty had responded: “All the time, as a matter of Continued on page 44

42 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 43 Truss Plant Tours: A New Perspective Continued from page 43 changed perception,” Cloyd said. “The people that come through the plant have no idea how much  
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Floor Systems • Wall Panel Design • Continuous Load Path Call toll-free: 800.521.9790 www.truswal.com For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/truswal.htm n Part One of this series, we learned that recidivism is an offender’s relapse this was too good to be true. ‘Are they TRADITIONS I into crime after he or she has been released from prison. We also found out really going to hire us? Or will they leave that recidivism in the United States is high—67.5 percent, to be exact—and rising. us hanging when we get out?’” From AND Here is a summary of what factors likely contribute to the heightened number: Stark’s perspective, they needed Tony as much as he needed the job. In fact, Tony INNOVATION: • Lack of skills or training. Without adequate skills to put on a résumé or job joked about not getting vacation follow- application, a felon’s only option for employment are low-end, low-skill jobs that ing his release. “I had three days off may not be enough to sustain them financially. At that point, the choice to steal, Equipment to Walk a Mile... between my release and when I started sell drugs, or behave violently becomes an attractive option versus putting their to work for Stark,” he smiled. The param- save you TIME and (Part 2 of 3) time in to learn a skill and prove their work ethic. eters of Tony’s parole required that he by Libby Walters • Lack of emotional support or structure. Inmates who, when released from work from his home in lower Michigan. “I make you MONEY! prison, do not have the support of their families, friends and community have met Sam [Steward] in the MCI parking difficulty reintegrating. When they do not feel supported by the world around lot. He loaded a computer, a printer and them, their tendency is to relapse into old behaviors. The result is often re-arrest, a pile of plans into my trunk. I set myself followed by another period of incarceration. up at home and got to work.” • Lack of desire to change their lives. Just because an offender has served a A second chance, provided with 20-year prison sentence does not mean that they’ve magically learned right from Todd compassion and support, can make wrong. And it’s widely known that to change your lifestyle, you have to change Todd’s story is one that many of us can a world of difference to prison inmates your friends or your environment. Inmates who aren’t prepared to face that real- relate to. After graduating from high during their incarceration and after their release. ity will have difficulty making good choices as they face reintegration. school, he admitted he was “direction- • Lack of community/society acceptance. More often than not, offenders face less.” Lack of direction led him down a For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/klaisler.htm adversity from the community. This can be manifested in many ways: employ- dangerous path, and he eventually stole ers who have policies against hiring felons, landlords who refuse to house ex- some merchandise from a convenience store. Like Tony, he Mike received a murder conviction of 15 years to life. In 1986, cons, and others who may fear them based on prejudice or lack of trust. was not arrested on the scene, but drove to the police station he was sent to MCI. “I remember sitting by myself in the cell and turned himself in. Todd was charged with aggravated saying ‘I got nothing,’” he recalled. He started working in the There may be additional causes for the prevalence of recidivism in our robbery and was sentenced to six years in state prison. He OPI welding shop. He eventually met Tony and switched to nation; the four examples above give a solid basis in which to frame arrived at MCI in March 1997. a maintenance job. When Stark Marion started up, there was Part Two of “The Road to Re-entry.” We’ll now follow the paths of an opening and Mike was offered a position. “At that point, felons who have escaped that haunting recidivism rate. Their stories are His cell mate told him of the OPI job opportunities. At the I had no experience with computers,” he said. real, touching, devastating, tragic and triumphant. time, Todd was working toward his associate degree through a local technical college. Because OPI required that appli- Mike spent seven years working at Stark Marion, before he Tony cants not be enrolled in any education program, he decided was scheduled to go before the parole board. “The parole Tony was convicted of vehicular homicide and received a sentence of to quit technical school and instead took a clerk job in the board gave me five more years. That was the hardest call three to ten years in an Ohio state prison. He had been drinking one prison, hoping to climb the ranks and eventually land an OPI I ever had to make to my parents,” he said. Like Todd, Mike’s night, got in his car and hit a man on the side of the road. The man was job. When there was finally an opening in the Stark Marion family made every effort to provide continued support. “My rushed to the hospital, but died three days later from the injuries he sus- office, he jumped at the opportunity. He learned to design family made the three-hour drive [to MCI] twice a month,” he tained from the crash. wall panels, roof and floor trusses. “I applied myself from the noted. start because I was hungry for the chance to learn,” he said. Tony was sent to the Marion Correctional Institute (MCI) where he Mike said he would have likely gone back to a career in would serve the full ten years of his sentence. “Vehicular homicide is a The Stark management offered Todd a truss technician posi- trucking without the opportunity to work for Stark after his Tony, Mike and Todd are grateful for the opportuni- serious offense. And you’re going to pay the price,” he acknowledged. Tony tion in the months leading up to his release. His family toured release. “My parents went to meet Abner and Don at Stark in ty and support Stark Truss gave them to rebuild likened his stay at MCI to a 1993 movie starring Bill Murray. “It was like Groundhog Stark’s facilities and met with the staff he would be working a gesture of thanks for their generosity,” he remembered. “I their lives after completing their terms at Marion Day: you live the same day over and over again. Nothing ever changes,” he said. am so grateful to Stark for this incredible opportunity.” Correctional Institution in Ohio. with. Todd’s family served as an unconditional support sys- tem throughout his incarceration. His girlfriend stuck with Then something did change. Through the prison grapevine, Tony learned about The Learning Process & Communication him for the six-year duration. He said, “We planned to get Stark Truss Company’s truss design office and became persistent about getting a For people like Mike and Tony who started in the program’s married the day I got released.” By 4:30 on his release date, position. “[They] finally said yes. From the first day I was accepted in the program, infancy, communicating with the outside world proved to be at a glance they were married. “I don’t look back on my incarceration I put in a lot of hard work.” At first, the Stark program was very popular, everyone one of the greatest challenges they faced. Since Stark Marion with any regret,” he said. ❑ There are a number of factors that con- wanted to work there. In time, it became known the work was tough, Tony said. would be designing components for Stark locations in Texas, tribute to the recidivism rate in the U.S. “There were deadlines. There were customers,” he explained. He said the routine Mike face-to-face communication was an impossibility. Internet of getting up and reporting for a job every day prepared him to remember what real ❑ Stark and Bluegrass Truss battle the Mike’s story starts on a family farm in the Ohio countryside. use on the part of the inmates is considered a breach of secu- life was like. Most importantly, it passed the time. recidivism rate by providing felons with After finishing high school, he went to work at a trucking rity. As well, incoming and outgoing phone calls must first the support they need after leaving prison. Looking back on his release date, Tony said, “I wanted a job when I left that build- company. He got into a heated argument with a man and took be screened before an inmate has permission to talk to the caller. An additional distraction for both Stark Marion in- ❑ Read the personal accounts of a number ing. We saw so many people who came back to that prison because they didn’t his life. “I did not have a violent past,” he said. “I had never of former inmates who have found suc- have a job or support.” Despite years of working for Stark at MCI, Tony was skep- been in a fight before.” The police picked him up a few days mates and the outside world was the twice daily “count.” cess on the outside. tical that Stark would offer him a job. “The other inmates and I, we would joke that later for questioning; it was then that he turned himself in. Inmates were required to report to their cells for a physical

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48 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 49 said one of the hardest things was to get used to talking in 3D over the phone. “Danny Conaway [Commercial Multifam- ily Salesman in Texas] taught us how to communicate efficiently over the phone to maximize the time we had to problem solve,” Tony remembered. Tony, Todd and Mike credited Sam Steward for his unwavering patience and persistence to teach them truss design. “These are the ideal candidates to teach because their minds are so open to learning something new. We hit some rough spots in the beginning when the workload was a bit overwhelming. But they were able to take something away from every new experience,” said Sam. “You can choose to be lazy in prison; you could do noth- ing all day if you wanted. But we made a

For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/panelsplus.htm choice to be productive and learn a skill at the same time. We did just that,” Tony said proudly. The Road to Re-entry... Rich talked about his greatest reward working with the Continued from page 49 inmates. “We’ve got men who have worked with us for so head count. “It’s so they know we are alive or didn’t escape,” many years in MCI. Then they get out and are just filled with one inmate said. With these restrictions in mind, you can joy. They have such an impact on our company,” he said. imagine the communication hurdles faced by the inmates on Like Rich, Tim Willet has been working with the Stark Marion a daily basis. technicians for five years. He commented on the friendships Rich Ackley Manager of Stark’s Sherman, Texas plant com- he has built with the inmates. “I have developed a bond with mented on jumping the communication hurdles. “I learned these people. I trust them implicitly, like I would a close rather quickly to be mindful of their timeframe. When you friend,” he said. account for lunch, breaks and ‘count,’ they’re working for Stark Truss Vice President of Operations Don Groom strong- about 6.5 hours per day,” he said. “Initially, not being able to ly encourages any manufacturer or business considering a get in touch with them when it was convenient for me was program similar to the Stark Marion operation to research frustrating,” remarked Tim Willet, Plant Manager of Stark’s possible state tax incentives. “Stark has been able to take operation in Hearne, TX. “I just had to learn to work around advantage of tax breaks by hiring ex-offenders like Tony, their schedule and be flexible.” Todd and Mike,” he said. As for the cost investment associ- State holidays and unannounced prison lock-downs would ated with prisoner training, Don noted there is little differ- occasionally impede Stark Marion’s ability to operate. Rich ence between hiring someone off the street. “We’ve done a said, “One requirement is for a state guard to monitor [the lot of number crunching only to find that our total cost of inmates’ activity] at all times. Because the guards get all maintaining the program, and training inmates is no different state holidays off, the inmates can’t work on those days.” than if we’d hire off the street,” he said. “When they come Rich recalled an incident early on in the program’s existence to work for us, they are generally very loyal and thankful for that caused a mini-debacle: “There was an entire prison the opportunity.” lock-down because of an alleged breach of security via the Where Are They Now? Internet. That meant there was no possibility of us reaching Tony, Todd and Mike are still with Stark Truss, each grateful the Stark Marion guys.” Rich said that the experience taught to be out of prison. Tony credited Abner Yoder and Don the inmates to notify him in the event of a lock-down. Groom with giving him a chance. “Not only did I learn a skill, On top of jumping through hoops to get to the outside world, I got a chance to put my life back together,” he recalled. “In the inmates’ learning curve was another process to work the end, all [Stark] wanted us to do was succeed. And I am through. Tony remembered the first few months of the pro- grateful for the opportunity.” He works from a new office in gram. “When we were learning, we were dangerous!” He Lower Michigan, where he designs strictly multi-family proj- Continued on page 52

50 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/cfm.htm The Road to Re-entry... and Larry slid into a sales position, never looking back. “I had technician. I asked Mike [Cobb, GM] if he Continued from page 50 experience selling lumber, steel, windows and doors, so the would consider me for the job. He gave ects for Stark’s Texas plants. “I’m farther ahead [in life] than transition to sales was very natural,” he said. me a 30-day trial.” He picked up on truss design quickly and is still working in the most of my friends who didn’t go to prison,” Tony said. Larry said about 80 percent of existing accounts know about department. In March, he passed the his conviction and incarceration. “My new accounts don’t Mike continues to design trusses for Stark Truss, working Level I Truss Technician Training Course know about my history. I wait for the right time to tell them. from his parent’s home in northeastern Ohio and loving each with a score of 93.6 percent. and every day. Todd and his wife had their first child a few But I always tell them; I want them to hear it from me,” he months ago, and he currently works out of Stark’s Canton, said. Jonathon feels fortunate to have found a L to R: Bluegrass Truss employees Johnathon Cromer, support system at Bluegrass. “The OH location. Larry wears his loyalty for Bluegrass Truss on his sleeve. “I Greg Cartmill, Sonny Turner and Ray Johnson. important thing that I saw here was peo- won’t leave unless they close the door. [The management] Sam Steward watched each inmate from the Stark Marion ple who had been where I’d been—in prison. They made the choice to change their here treats me with respect. Clyde Bartlett [President of program walk out the door to freedom. “I walk them out and lives. I’ve learned to follow their example,” he said, noting that there weren’t many Bluegrass Truss] is the best man I ever met. He holds noth- send them off. That has been such a reward for me. I say, ‘so people out there willing to give him a chance to prove his abilities. “I feel sorry for ing over your head, just wants you to do your job,” he said. long, it’s been fun; I’ve got to get back inside and help anoth- addicts who never get help; prison saved my life,” he said. er guy get out,’” Sam said. Tim Willet said, “To see [the “This job keeps me busy; it’s the reason I’ve stayed sober. inmates] get out and succeed is an amazing experience. That and not wanting to hurt my family again.” Jonathon has a message for employers who may be guarded against hiring a felon: “I’d like people to know that just because someone is a felon doesn’t mean they They have embraced the opportunity to stay with Stark; Larry said when people harbor judgmental feelings toward a that’s a hell of a reward.” aren’t a hard worker. Even to let someone in at a low, entry level position, you can felon, the challenge to stay sober is even greater. “People see how motivated they are. If you never allow anyone in, you’d never know that. Rich Ackley explained that their prison program addresses don’t see that you’re a real person who made a bad decision. There are highly motivated felons out there—I’m proof.” the chronic shortage of skilled technicians in the industry. I wish they would give us a second chance; we deserve a “The bottom line is there are never enough skilled techni- second chance,” he noted. Sonny Turner, Second Shift Supervisor Sonny Turner was arrested in September 1998 for possession and trafficking of cians in the industry. We’re able to train a dozen men at a Greg Cartmill, Truss Technician cocaine. He was sent to federal prison in West Virginia for a four-year sentence. time from the ground up so they learn the right way to design Greg Cartmill owned a construction company prior to his He entered several different drug treatment programs to lessen his sentence. The the first time,” he said. “The bottom line is that I see this not arrest and conviction for cocaine possession. After entering day he was released, he looked for work at a number of different places. “Mr. Cobb only as a business opportunity, but a ministry. To me that an in-house drug treatment program and serving 18 months hired me right away to work in the shop,” he said. Before long, he was promoted means to help and serve others.” of his four-year sentence, he was released to live at Dismas. to sawyer, then saw supervisor. Current Production Manager Ray Johnson will be For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/eagle.htm “I knew I couldn’t go back to work for my former company,” retiring soon; Sonny is looking to take over Ray’s position when he retires. From an in-house prison program to a half-way he said. He talked with Sonny at Dismas and decided to house, one theme is consistent: compassionate apply at Bluegrass Truss also. Greg was offered a job on the Sonny talked about how his job at Bluegrass has helped to restore his confidence. employers working hard to give people who have second shift as a truss builder and after five months he had “It built my confidence up by working here because they gave me a chance, an made a mistake a second chance. We’ll now hear shown his desire to work hard and advance himself. “Mr. opportunity,” he said. “Being a convicted felon is a big strike against you. Just from employees at Bluegrass Truss Company who Cobb offered me a job as a truss technician and I have been watching everyday people’s reactions, you can imagine what a potential employer have changed their lives and their hearts thanks to doing that for the last 3-½ years.” Greg was recently let off might think. People like me deserve second chances.” He added that he would give opportunities provided by management. probation and has committed to stay with Bluegrass. Of the anyone a second chance because he was given one. management at Bluegrass Truss, Greg said, “They’re real Conclusion Larry Watson, Outside Sales people who don’t care what you’ve done in the past. They Carol Martin, U.S. probation officer in eastern Kentucky, noted that it has been a Larry Watson was in the wrong place at the wrong time with care about what you do in the future.” pleasure to work with Bluegrass Truss and watch the ex-offenders grow through the the wrong people. Although he didn’t have any drugs on him, Jonathon Cromer, Truss Technician reintegration process. “You’re hoping that through the treatment and resources the friends he was with did. They were busted for cocaine available they’ve decided to choose a new way of life and lead a productive lifestyle, possession, and because he was there, Larry was charged Jonathon was 20 years old at the time of his arrest. In July 2000 Jonathon was sent to federal prison on a methamphet- without being involved in criminal activity,” she stated. “The relationship that I have too. In hindsight, he said, “It was the best thing that ever developed with Bluegrass puts me in the position to help the ex-offenders achieve happened to me. If my lifestyle hadn’t changed, I would be amine drug possession charge. He would serve 30-month sentence in prison and spent another six months at Dismas. their goals,” Carol explained. “Not only does Bluegrass give people a second chance dead right now.” Addicted to cocaine, Larry went to rehab. for employment, but they are understanding and wholly supportive,” she added. “You have to hit rock bottom before you quit,” he stated. Throughout the period of his incarceration, he participated in numerous rehabilitation programs including an intensive 500- So it is with life, some make mistakes and need to pay a heavier price and others Larry was convicted of conspiracy to possess cocaine and sent hour drug program. of us make mistakes with not nearly as severe a price tag, but they are all mistakes to a Kentucky federal prison camp in February of 1997. There nonetheless. There is an innate yearning in every human being to be free and to “I was scared to death when I got out of prison. I didn’t have he served an 18-month sentence and was released to spend be needed. With their respective re-entry programs, Stark and Bluegrass Truss take anything,” he remembered. He looked for employment at a four months at Dismas halfway house. Like many others, Larry this natural yearning, add training with compassion and turn people back to the couple of places, but the employer had to be approved by started in the Bluegrass wall panel shop. “I didn’t necessarily community with the self-respect and confidence they need to succeed. In return, Dismas. “A lumber company offered me a job, but I couldn’t want to pound nails into a wall. But you have to start from the ex-offenders have a pattern of developing unparalleled loyalty for the company and take it because there was no phone available. Dismas had no bottom and work your way up,” he stated. After about a year, demonstrate a work ethic to be modeled by other employees. SBC he obtained his CDL license and became a delivery driver, way to check up on me,” he said. Dismas staff suggested that he try Bluegrass Truss. “I was hired to catch wood in the Don’t miss Part 3 of this series, as we go inside Marion Correctional Institute and meet inmates which he did for 1-½ years. A salesperson left the company, For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/maximizer.htm shop. Within four months they had an opening for a truss currently enrolled in the Stark Truss design program.

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Spenard Builders Supply Company - District Office Mr. William J. McMorrow 3131 S Country Club Rd Fort Smith, AR 72914 2800 Tully Road 2467 N. Dog River Dr. 17320 Northgate Dr PO Box 4085 Tucson, AZ 85713 479/783-3385 Hughson, CA 95326-9640 Phelps & Sons, Inc. ALABAMA Mobile, AL 36605 Eagle River, AK 99577-7592 Mesa, AZ 85211-4085 520/882-3709 ✧ 520/882-7996 (fax) Mr. Tom Moore 209/883-8000 ✧ 209/883-8001 (fax) PO Box 550 251/476-8343 ✧ 251/476-8353 (fax) 907/694-3527 ✧ 907/694-6918 (fax) 480/835-1031 ✧ 480/835-0015 (fax) www.us-components.com Mr. Shawn Overholtzer Addison Truss & Building Supply, LLC Cottonwood, AZ 86326 www.modernhomesinc.net www.sbsalaska.com www.foxgal.com Mr. Keith Azlin [email protected] PO Box 575 928/634-7541 ✧ 602/253-7627 (fax) CALIFORNIA Mr. Steven Elkins Mr. Stuart Crist Mr. Corby Biddle [email protected] Cleveland, AL 35049 84 Components Cal-Asia Truss ✧ Mr. Marvin Phelps 205/274-8789 205/625-4608 (fax) NFL Truss Company, Inc. Spenard Builders Supply Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. [email protected] 8380 Florin Rd 2300 Clayton Rd. Ste. 1400 www.tidwellconstruction.com PO Box 422 2460 Phillips Field Rd. Prescott Valley Truss, Sacramento, CA 95828 Concord, CA 94520 Mr. Jerry Tidwell Sumerdale, AL 36580 Fairbanks, AK 99701 11540 E. Santa Fe Loop Pratte Building Systems, LLC Western Truss & Components 916/381-7084 ✧ 916/381-3429 (fax) 925/680-7701 ✧ 925/680-4313 (fax) 3207 South 51st Ave [email protected] 251/989-2423 ✧ 251/989-2431 (fax) 907/452-5050 ✧ 907/450-2259 (fax) Dewey, AZ 86327 7145 Leupp Rd Mr. DeWayne Felthoff www.cal-asia.com Phoenix, AZ 85043-6210 Mr. W. H. Newberry Mr. Pete Bernel 520/775-3300 ✧ 520/775-3301 (fax) Flagstaff, AZ 86004 Mr. Allen Erickson Bama Truss & Components 602/269-3676 ✧ 602/484-7817 (fax) A.C. Houston Lumber Co. [email protected] www.foxgal.com 928/527-0066 ✧ 928/527-0157 (fax) [email protected] PO Box 266 Spenard Builders Supply 8481 Carbide Ct Mr. Ty Saunders Mr. Don Pratte Mr. George M. Buckingham Shelby, AL 35143 Phillips Frame & Truss, Inc. 1700 W. Parks Hwy Sacramento, CA 95828-5609 California Truss Company ✧ [email protected] [email protected] 205/669-4188 205/669-4789 (fax) PO Box 150 Wasilla, AK 99654 Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. 916/681-2901 ✧ 916/681-2967 (fax) 111031 Ranchitos St. www.bamatruss.com Magnolia Springs, AL 36555-0150 907/376-5237 ✧ 907/376-5254 (fax) PO Box 837 R & K Building Supply Western Truss & Components Mr. Mike Farley Lakeside, CA 92040 PO Box 4740 Mr. Pat Shugrue 251/965-7179 ✧ 251/965-9080 (fax) Mr. Bryan Gearry Gilbert, AZ 85299 124 N Lake Havasu Ave #105 [email protected] 619/448-9532 ✧ 619/448-9554 (fax) Mesa, AZ 85211 [email protected] Mr. Dan Neven 480/926-0077 ✧ 480/926-0079 (fax) Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 Mr. Mike Johansen 480/892-1200 ✧ 480/892-5909 (fax) Advanced Truss Systems, Inc. [email protected] www.foxgal.com 928/505-6591 ✧ 928/505-6593 (fax) Bennett Lumber Co. ARIZONA 42345 4th St East California Truss Company Mr. Jim Radowick www.randkbuildingsupplies.com Ms. Mica Barnett PO Box 307 R & S Truss Co., Inc. Ballard Building Components, Inc. Mr. John Neatherton Lancaster, CA 93535-5304 23665 Cajalco Rd Piedmont, AL 36272 PO Box 5210 PO Box 896 Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. Younger Brothers Components 661/940-8100 ✧ 661/940-6004 (fax) Perris, CA 92570 ✧ [email protected] 256/447-9663 256/447-2178 (fax) Birmingham, AL 35207 Eloy, AZ 85231-0896 PO Box 5068 7101 NW Grand Ave Mr. Joe Ellis 951/657-7491 ✧ 951/657-0486 (fax) Mr. James W. Bennett 205/323-3613 ✧ 205/323-6754 (fax) 520/464-1007 ✧ 520/464-1167 (fax) Sun City West, AZ 85375 Samons Components, Inc. Glendale, AZ 85301 www.caltruss.com 1505 Corona Dr Anderson Truss [email protected] Mr. John H. Schoppert Mr. Charlie H. Ballard 623/214-9497 ✧ 623/214-8681 (fax) 623/412-7979 ✧ 623/486-2082 (fax) Mr. Kenneth M. Cloyd Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 250 E Louise Ave www.foxgal.com www.ybcco.com [email protected] Buettner Bros. Lumber Co., Inc Spruiell Truss Co. Ballard Building Components, Inc. ✧ Lathrop, CA 95330 Mr. Jeff Methier 928/453-3133 928/453-7519 (fax) Mr. David Sherwood PO Box 1090 PO Box 635 1015 N McQueen Rd Ste 162 Mr. James R. Agne 209/858-5584 ✧ 209/858-4584 (fax) Centex Homes Cullman, AL 35056-1090 Sulligent, AL 35586-0635 Gilbert, AZ 85233-2321 Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. Yuma Truss Company Plant Manager Inland Empire Division ✧ 256/734-4221 256/737-8104 (fax) ✧ 480/649-0566 ✧ 480/649-0609 (fax) 4151 E Michigan St Schuck Component Systems, Inc. 3075 South Ave 4E 2280 Wardlow Circle, Ste. 150 205/698-9800 205/698-8031 (fax) Anderson Truss Mr. Alvin George Mr. Delbert Shone Tucson, AZ 85714 8205 N 67th Ave Corona, CA 92880-2896 Mr. Luke Spruiell Yuma, AZ 85365 1260 Furneaux Rd 520/571-1445 ✧ 520/747-3351 (fax) Glendale, AZ 85302-5542 ✧ 951/479-9525 ✧ 951/273-2113 (fax) Capitol Truss, Inc. [email protected] Ballard Building Components, Inc. ✧ 928/344-3566 928/341-1075 (fax) Marysville, CA 95901 www.foxgal.com 623/931-3661 623/937-3435 (fax) Mr. Najeh K. Edais Mr. R. Blair Nutting, P.E. 3165 Balm Rd Swift Supply, Inc. 8030 Spouse Dr., Suite D 530/749-6500 ✧ 530/749-6505 (fax) Mr. Jim Lensing www.schuckaz.com [email protected] Wetumpka, AL 36092 PO Drawer 1298 Prescott Valley, AZ 86314-6184 Plant Manager Central Valley Builders Supply ✧ Mr. Craig Steele 334/567-9295 334/567-9253 (fax) 520/779-1129 Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. 1785 Tanen St Atmore, AL 36504 Anderson Truss Mr. Michael Friedman 251/368-8800 ✧ 251/368-4491 (fax) Mr. Charlie Young 10527 South Frontage Sun State Components ARKANSAS Napa, CA 94559 of Northern AZ, Inc. 5550 Roseville Rd [email protected] www.swiftsupply.com Yuma, AZ 85365 Capital Structures 707/261-7928 ✧ 707/224-1255 (fax) Ballard Building Components, Inc. PO Box 4077 North Highlands, CA 95660-5710 Mr. David D. Swift 928/345-2178 ✧ 928/345-2187 (fax) 149 S 40th Street, Suite 15 www.cvbsupply.com City Lumber Company PO Box 1040 Kingman, AZ 86402 916/348-8835 [email protected] www.foxgal.com Springdale, AR 72764 Mr. Robert C. Jessell 3312 Bob Wallace Ave. SW Snowflake, AZ 85937 928/757-2700 ✧ 928/757-7900 (fax) www.andersontruss.com Mr. Jim Smith 479/725-2112 ✧ 479/725-2115 (fax) [email protected] Huntsville, AL 35805 Trusswalk, Inc. 928/536-4044 ✧ 928/536-9132 (fax) www.sunstatecomponents.com Mr. Earl Latham ✧ Mr. Steven Spradlin 256/533-0110 256/533-0187 (fax) www.ballardtruss.com Glendale Truss Industries Central Valley Builders Supply 151 Hinds Rd Mr. Mike Beck [email protected] Anderson Truss Company Mr. Richard L. Strobel Mr. David Scott 6840 W Frier Dr 535 N Pioneer Arab, AL 35016 [email protected] 8810 Sparling Ln ✧ [email protected] Glendale, AZ 85303-1313 Capital Structures Inc. Woodland, CA 95776 Construction Components, Inc. 256/753-2948 256/753-2974 (fax) Dixon, CA 95620-9605 623/934-9144 ✧ 623/934-7363 (fax) 900 Atlanta St 530/666-1200 ✧ 530/666-1759 (fax) PO Drawer 755 Ms. Stephanie Stafford BMC Construction 707/678-1636 ✧ 707/678-1630 (fax) Mr. Bob Barrette Fort Smith, AR 72901-5912 Mr. Samuel A. Jauchius Greenville, AL 36037 [email protected] 3310 W Cheryl Dr St 103 Sun State Components, Inc. Mr. Earl Latham ✧ 479/783-8666 ✧ 479/783-6321 (fax) 334/382-2657 334/382-6834 (fax) Phoenix, AZ 85051 Grant Road Lumber Company, Inc. 13550 W Peoria Ave Ste 2 Central Valley Truss Company Valley Building Components www.capstructures.com Barr Lumber Mr. Brooks Day 602/567-5808 ✧ 602/567-5862 (fax) 3361 E 36th St Surprise, AZ 85379 1465 Tanforan 102 Whitney Dr Mr. Steven A. Spradlin 250 Ross Ave [email protected] Ms. Liz Keller Tucson, AZ 85713 623/584-8151 ✧ 623/546-8865 (fax) Woodland, CA 95776 Muscle Shoals, AL 35661 [email protected] El Centro, CA 92243 ✧ 520/662-6100 ✧ 520/622-0564 (fax) www.sunstateaz.com 530/661-2394 ✧ 530/309-3777 (fax) Contractor’s Building Systems 256/381-4334 256/381-4335 (fax) BMC West Corporation 760/352-0615 ✧ 760/532-7739 (fax) Mr. Roger Westfall Mr. Terry S. Lillard Gator Joist, LLC Mr. Nick Mayer 300 Lanier Rd Mr. Billy W. Carpenter 3911 N Highway Dr Mr. Richard Thomas [email protected] [email protected] c/o Tri State Truss, 600 SW 1st St [email protected] Madison, AL 35758 [email protected] Tucson, AZ 85705 [email protected] ✧ Fort Smith, AR 72823 256/772-4920 256/464-7266 (fax) 520/292-0801 ✧ 520/292-0744 (fax) Holderness Supplies Triangle Truss, Inc. Construction Framing Specialists 479/641-2407 Bay Truss, Inc. www.cbstruss.com ALASKA Mr. Jeremy D. Trembley 450 E Irvington Rd 6740 W Germann MB 5036 2555 Zanelle Way, Ste. A Mr. Rick Freeman 181 Brookside Dr Mr. Scott Potter Builders Choice, Inc. Tucson, AZ 85714 Chandler, AZ 85226 Chico, CA 95928 Canyon State Truss, Inc. Richmond, CA 94801 [email protected] 360 E 100th Ave 520/889-1300 ✧ 520/889-1911 (fax) 480/990-8253 ✧ 480/990-8545 (fax) Gator Joist, LLC 530/342-5844 ✧ 530/342-5845 (fax) 1980 W Commerce Ave 510/232-0937 ✧ 510/232-0936 (fax) Anchorage, AK 99515 Mr. Eddy Garcia Mr. Dean Rana PO Box 4067 Mr. Jim Ratekin East Alabama Truss & Gilbert, AZ 85233 www.baytruss.com 907/522-3214 ✧ 907/522-3216 (fax) [email protected] Ft Smith, AR 72914 [email protected] Components, Inc. 480/497-4530 ✧ 480/497-4532 (fax) Mr. Simon Evans www.bcialaska.com Truss Design 800/526-0262 ✧ 479/709-9902 (fax) PO Box 334 Mr. Duane Gibbons PO Box 1591 [email protected] Mr. Mark Larson JMW Truss & Components Mr. Tom Moore Cordyl Truss, Inc. Centre, AL 35960-0334 2936 S. Avenue 3 1/2E Colorado City, AZ 86021 PO Box 1987 ✧ CTX Builders Supply BMC West Corporation 256/927-4540 256/927-4775 (fax) Spenard Builders Supply Yuma, AZ 85365 928/875-8787 ✧ 928/875-2811 (fax) H & T Truss Mill, Inc. Temecula, CA 92593 4805 W Jefferson PO Box 15245 Mr. Brad Young 4412 Lois Dr 928/726-6811 ✧ 928/344-4303 (fax) Mr. Carl Broadbent 95 Sealy St 909/928-8700 ✧ 909/928-8703 (fax) Phoenix, AZ 85043 Fresno, CA 93702-5245 [email protected] Anchorage, AK 99517 Mr. Richard Wilson Arkadelphia, AR 71923 Mr. Richard Kimball 602/353-8430 ✧ 602/353-8434 (fax) Trussco 559/456-9637 ✧ 559/456-2668 (fax) 907/261-9299 ✧ 907/261-9298 (fax) 501/384-5249 ✧ 501/384-5270 (fax) [email protected] Edwards Truss, Inc. Mr. Russ Mills PO Box 21765 www.bmcwest.com www.sbsalaska.com L & L Manufactured Components Mr. Randy Hathcock 1380 Elgin Cochran Rd Mesa, AZ 85277-1765 Mr. Will Gurski Mr. James W. Ford Desert Truss Inc. PO Box 5826 [email protected] DixieLine Lumber Truss Division Hamilton, AL 35570 Tucson, AZ 85703 480/889-3200 ✧ 480/517-1725 (fax) 2740 Tidelands Ave ✧ [email protected] 5404 West Montebello Ave BMC West Corporation 205/921-9607 205/921-9088 (fax) 520/884-5355 ✧ 520/629-9910 (fax) Mr. Jim Davis Latco, Inc. National City, CA 91950 Glendale, AZ 85301 4237 Murphy Rd www.edwardstruss.com Spenard Builders Supply Mr. Reed A. Snell [email protected] PO Box 9 619/263-6161 ✧ 619/477-6891 (fax) 623/516-0586 ✧ 623/516-0707 (fax) Modesto, CA 95358 Mr. Raymond Edwards 840 K St Lincoln, AR 72744 www.dixieline.com www.deserttruss.com Lumbermen’s Building Centers 209/545-0736 ✧ 209/545-4590 (fax) [email protected] Anchorage, AK 99501 479/824-3282 ✧ 479/824-4454 (fax) Mr. Keith Dolph Mr. Pat Bushell PO Box 128 www.bmcwest.com 907/261-9124 www.latcoinc.com [email protected] [email protected] Cottonwood, AZ 86326 Mr. Ace Anaya Ms. LeAnn Larson ✧ Mr. Martin Swope 928/634-2281 928/634-7929 (fax) [email protected] Mr. John Davis

56 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 57 Dolan Building Materials, Inc. HBC - Home Building Components Moss Lumber Company Thomas Home Center BMC West Corporation Hope Lumber & Supply Co. Universal Forest Products, Inc. FLORIDA PO Box 277700 13465 Gregg St. 5321 East Side Rd 1685 Sutter Rd 1232 Bergen Parkway 5920 Lamar St 4686 Ivy St A-1 Building Components LLC Sacramento, CA 95827-7700 Poway, CA 92064-7135 Redding, CA 96001 McKinleyville, CA 95519 Evergreen, CO 80437-1120 Arvada, CO 80003 Denver, CO 80216 PO Box 220 916/383-6501 ✧ 916/383-8157 (fax) 858/486-2471 ✧ 858/486-5651 (fax) 530/244-0700 ✧ 530/243-4027 (fax) 707/839-3222 ✧ 707/839-4315 (fax) 303/674-3301 ✧ 303/670-3525 (fax) 303/424-7716 ✧ 303/424-7732 (fax) 303/399-9972 ✧ 303/399-9810 (fax) Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Mr. William H. Eber www.hombuildingcomponents.com Mr. Randy Harnden www.ThomasHomeCenter.com Mr. Bob McCormack Mr. Larry Pomeroy www.ufpi.com 561/509-6000 ✧ 561/509-5997 (fax) Mr. Ryan T. Holmes [email protected] Mr. Thomas C. Rector Mr. Ron West El Dorado Truss Company, Inc. BMC West Corporation JMB Denver, LLC www.a1truss.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 300 Industrial Dr OB Lumber Inc. Truss Division 2100 E Prospect 6700 Race St Mr. John R. Herring Placerville, CA 95667-6828 Hesperia Truss, Inc. 2345 W Belmont Ave Tri State Truss Corp. Ft Collins, CO 80525 Denver, CO 80229 Universal Forest Products, Inc. [email protected] 530/622-1264 ✧ 530/622-0242 (fax) 9780 E Avenue Fresno, CA 93728 PO Box 628 970/482-1510 ✧ 970/482-8724 (fax) 303/286-8800 ✧ 303/286-8819 (fax) 1201 E. South Boulder Rd A-1 Building Components LLC Mr. Steven P. Stewart Hesperia, CA 92345 559/442-0652 ✧ 559/442-9801 (fax) Needles, CA 92363-0628 Mr. Jim Pask Mr. Collin M. Kostelecky Lafayette, CO 80026-2029 4451 St Lucie Blvd [email protected] 760/244-8787 ✧ 760/244-2215 (fax) Mr. Brian Domingos 760/326-3868 ✧ 760/326-4454 (fax) [email protected] 303/666-6800 ✧ 303/666-5123 (fax) BMC West Corporation Fort Pierce, FL 34946 www.hesperiatrussinc.com [email protected] Mr. Michael D. Terry www.ufpi.com Ellis Truss & Wall Panels PO Box 530 McWebb, Inc. 772/409-1010 ✧ 772/409-1020 (fax) Mr. Jeff Mason [email protected] Mr. Neil Pinkham of Southern California Pantheon Structures, Incorporated Ft Lupton, CO 80621 1209 Gorom Ave www.a1truss.com [email protected] [email protected] 16797 Live Oak St. 2474 Industrial Rowe Tri-K Truss Company 303/857-4391 ✧ 303/659-1117 (fax) Loveland, CO 80537 Mr. David J. Blotnick Hesperia, CA 92345 Homewood Truss Turlock, CA 95380 461 S Main St www.bmcwest.com 970/667-6365 ✧ 970/667-2231 (fax) Universal Forest Products, Inc. [email protected] 760/244-8566 ✧ 760/948-4256 (fax) PO Box 5010 209/669-5774 ✧ 209/669-3574 (fax) Porterville, CA 93257 Mr. Dave Highfield Mr. Robert E. McCreery PO Box 389 Adams Building Materials Mr. Jim Ellis Marysville, CA 95901-8501 Mr. Robert Gilchrist 559/784-8511 ✧ 559/781-0792 (fax) [email protected] Windsor, CO 80550-0389 BMC West Corporation 16090 Flight Path Drive [email protected] 530/743-8855 ✧ 530/743-8856 (fax) Mr. Larry Hansen 970/686-5631 ✧ 970/686-2127 (fax) Piedmont Lumber 2700 E Fourth St Rigid Component Systems Brooksville, FL 34604 Mr. Bryan Wagner www.ufpi.com Erickson Building Components 2659 Buss Dr. Trus Pro, Inc. Pueblo, CO 81001 4005 N Valley Dr 352/796-0096 ✧ 352/796-7752 (fax) [email protected] Ms. Jana McCullough 8350 Industrial Ave Santa Rosa, CA 95407 PO Box 850 719/544-0001 ✧ 719/584-3633 (fax) Longmont, CO 80504-9313 Mr. Kevin Harkless [email protected] Roseville, CA 95678-5946 Inland Empire Truss, Inc. 707/545-8498 Guadalupe, CA 93434 Mr. Bobby Day 720/652-4800 ✧ 720/652-4819 (fax) Adams Building Materials 916/774-1115 ✧ 916/774-1450 (fax) 10384 Dougherty Ave Mr. Shane Chapman 805/343-2555 ✧ 805/343-2377 (fax) www.rooftruss.com Ward-Vonne Inc. Truss Division BMC West Corporation - #305 291 Springview Commerce Dr Mr. James Damme Morgan Hill, CA 95037 www.truspro.com Mr. Greg Harms PO Box 479 Piedmont Lumber & Mill Co. 500 27th St Debary, FL 32713 408/776-8521 ✧ 408/776-8527 (fax) Mr. Steve Herring [email protected] Commerce City, CO 80037 Escondido Roof Truss Co., Inc. 7675 West 11th St. Greeley, CO 80631 386/668-7117 ✧ 386/668-9875 (fax) www.inlandtruss.com [email protected] 303/286-7511 ✧ 303/286-7513 (fax) PO Box 1625 Tracy, CA 95376 970/356-9000 ✧ 970/356-5320 (fax) Rocky Mountain Truss, Inc. Mr. Mike Provenza Mr. Alex Tan Ms. Gail Smith San Marcos, CA 92079-1625 209/832-8400 ✧ 209/832-3350 (fax) Universal Truss, Inc. www.bmcwest.com 5305 Steele St [email protected] [email protected] Adams Building Materials 760/744-4040 ✧ 760/744-6516 (fax) Mr. Doug Marstall PO Box 578 Mr. John M. Wilson Denver, CO 80216 155 Dyson Road www.escondidotruss.com Inland Empire Truss, Inc. [email protected] Fontana, CA 92334 303/293-8787 ✧ 303/293-8801 (fax) Wholesale Truss Company, LLC Building Components LLC Haines City, FL 33844 Mr. Mike Brubeck 1755 Brown Ave 909/823-9500 ✧ 909/823-6780 (fax) Mr. Michael Jorgensen 838 21 1/2 Rd. Piedmont Lumber-Truss Division 100 Front Street 863/422-1334 ✧ 863/422-7164 (fax) [email protected] Riverside, CA 92509 www.ufpi.com [email protected] Grand Junction, CO 81505 PO Box 365 Platteville, CO 80651 Ms. Judy Strickland 909/300-1758 ✧ 909/300-1768 (fax) Ms. Karen Wilson 970/241-1500 ✧ 970/245-8697 (fax) eWall Incorporated Calpella, CA 95418 970/785-2229 ✧ 970/785-2270 (fax) Sito, Inc. www.inlandtruss.com [email protected] Mr. Sean Mitchell Adams Building Materials, Inc. 900 Commerce 707/485-8781 ✧ 707/485-7893 (fax) Mr. Jeff Wiley 409 E First St Mr. David Baxter, P.E. [email protected] 2540 McJunkin Rd Chowchilla, CA 93610 www.piedmontlumber.com Villa Truss Otis, CO 80743 [email protected] Chase Lumber Truss Division Lakeland, FL 33803 559/665-3558 ✧ 559/665-2941 (fax) Mr. Dennis J. Bostwick 1320 E Victor Rd 970/246-3461 ✧ 970/246-3306 (fax) 17451 E 25th Dr 863/294-0611 ✧ 863/293-0812 (fax) Mr. Roger Welch Integrated Building Solutions, LLC [email protected] Lodi, CA 95240-0800 Mr. Jerry Patterson CONNECTICUT Aurora, CO 80011 www.abm.bz 874 Meadow View Dr 209/333-7117 ✧ 209/333-7134 (fax) Connecticut Truss Fox Hollow Capital Roof Components, Inc. 303/363-1010 ✧ 303/363-8282 (fax) Sterling Component Systems Mr. TJ Garrard Richmond, CA 94806 www.villatruss.com & Building Supply 55 Black Fox Way PO Box 1115 Mr. Pat Steeno 626 South Eleventh Ave. [email protected] 510/541-4324 Mr. Duane Hillabush 144 N Main Redwood City, CA 94062 Bishop, CA 93515 [email protected] Sterling, CO 80751 Mr. John Mick [email protected] Terryville, CT 06786 Adams Building Materials, Inc. 650/369-6300 ✧ 650/745-7360 (fax) 760/873-6845 ✧ 760/873-5798 (fax) 970/522-2464 ✧ 970/522-7632 (fax) [email protected] DMS Building Components, Inc. 860/589-3266 ✧ 860/582-4759 (fax) 2443 W Airport Blvd Mr. Christian Skieller Mr. Richard Lober Western Wood Fabricators Mr. Richard A. Fleharty 3508 N. El Paso St Mr. Tim Bobroske Sanford, FL 32771 [email protected] KBI Truss 3700 Riego Rd [email protected] Sierra Pre-Bilt, Inc Colorado Springs, CO 80907 [email protected] 407/323-2100 ✧ 407/323-2268 (fax) 3721 Feather River Blvd Elverta, CA 95626 Fresno Truss LLC PO Box 991 719/632-7271 ✧ 719/632-9773 (fax) Stock Building Supply www.abm.bz Marysville, CA 95901 916/991-4400 ✧ 916/991-4461 (fax) Truss Manufacturing Inc 300 N Minnewawa Grass Valley, CA 95945 Mr. Kevin Werre 3250 Astrozon Blvd Mr. Don Ciccone 530/740-7906 ✧ 530/740-7915 (fax) www.wwftruss.com 97 Stanwell Rd Clovis, CA 93612 530/477-8787 ✧ 530/477-9213 (fax) [email protected] Colorado Springs, CO 80910 [email protected] Mr. Tom Belser Mr. Michael Fisher Newington, CT 06111-4531 559/325-8387 ✧ 559/325-8432 (fax) Mr. Marc Charvoz 719/785-6301 ✧ 719/390-1756 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] Fort Collins Truss 860/665-0000 ✧ 860/667-3296 (fax) Adams Building Materials, Inc. Mr. Frank G. Sanchez [email protected] Mr. Gerald Bren 201 NW Frontage Rd. www.trussmfg.com 1801 7th St SW [email protected] Las Plumas Lumber Williams Lumber, Inc. Spates Fabricators, Inc. Fort Collins, CO 80524 Stock Components-Denver Mr. Larry Vernon Winter Haven, FL 33880 & Truss Co., LLC 7338 French Rd Gang-Nail Truss Co., Inc. 85435 Middleton St 970/484-7313 ✧ 970/491-9842 (fax) 6777 N. Downing St. [email protected] 863/294-0611 ✧ 863/293-0812 (fax) PO Box 3487 Sacramento, CA 95828 PO Box 3163 Thermal, CA 92274 Mr. Mark Weishaup Denver, CO 80229 www.abm.bz Riverside, CA 92519 916/383-1615 ✧ 916/383-8062 (fax) Truss Tech, Inc. Visalia, CA 93278-3163 760/397-4122 ✧ 760/397-4724 (fax) 303/289-5461 ✧ 303/288-8576 (fax) Mr. Greg Adams 909/681-2211 ✧ 909/681-1922 (fax) Mr. Sam Williams Foxworth-Galbraith PO Box 123 559/651-2121 ✧ 559/651-1832 (fax) www.spates.com Mr. Gerald Bren [email protected] Mr. Robert Kircher Lumber Company Stevenson, CT 06491-0725 www.gangnailtruss.com Mr. David C. Spates Wright Truss Co. Inc. [email protected] 3105 North Stone Ave Structural Component 203/452-0111 ✧ 203/452-0339 (fax) Anderson Truss Company Mr. Timothy Rouch [email protected] 45239 12th St East Colorado Springs, CO 80907 Systems, Inc. www.stevensonlumber.com 1730 NW Oakland Ave [email protected] Latham Truss, Inc. Lancaster, CA 93535 Stock Components-Lancaster 719/471-4500 2401 2nd Ave Mr. Joe DeMartino Lake City, FL 32055 PO Box 2094 661/949-1652 ✧ 661/949-1791 (fax) Gang-Nail Truss Company of Visalia 43755 N Division Mr. Ken Black Greeley, CO 80631 386/752-3103 ✧ 386/961-8290 (fax) Vallejo, CA 94592-0094 Mr. Dean Wright Universal Trusses, Inc. 351 W Cromwell Ste 116 Lancaster, CA 93535-4063 970/378-1559 ✧ 970/378-1561 (fax) Mr. George Anderson 707/562-3540 ✧ 707/562-3542 (fax) Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. 320 W Main St Fresno, CA 93711 661/948-6080 ✧ 661/948-6199 (fax) www.scstruss.com [email protected] Mr. Ralph Latham 4005 Interpark Dr Bldg B Branford, CT 06405 559/261-3051 ✧ 559/261-3061 (fax) Mr. Brian Barrick COLORADO Mr. Greg Kebbekus [email protected] Colorado Springs, CO 80907 203/488-7207 ✧ 203/483-1709 (fax) Arnold Truss Company, Inc. Mr. Mark Silva Alpine Lumber Co. [email protected] 719/598-4500 ✧ 719/598-0374 (fax) Mr. Louie D’Onofrio PO Box 3598 Longfellow Lumber Company, Inc. Stone Truss Company, Inc. 7301 Kearney St General Truss Company, Inc. Mr. Mike Fisher TrusFab Inc. Ocala, FL 34478-3598 89 Loren Avenue 507 Jones Road Commerce City, CO 80022 6947 Power Inn Road Oceanside, CA 92054 6181 Cty. Rd. 335 352/867-1420 ✧ 352/867-0269 (fax) Chico, CA 95928 303/288-3008 ✧ 303/288-3554 (fax) Home Components DELAWARE Sacramento, CA 95828 ✧ New Castle, CO 81647 Mr. Paul Arnold 530/893-0112 ✧ 530/893-0140 (fax) 760/967-6171 760/967-6178 (fax) www.alpinelumber.com 20400 E 26th Ave Sam Yoder and Son, Inc. 916/388-9300 ✧ 916/388-9333 (fax) 970/984-2336 ✧ 970/984-3533 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Matthew Dietz www.stonetruss.com Mr. Tom Sterkel Aurora, CO 80011-8108 9387 Memory Rd Mr. Dieter Jurgens Mr. Gary Sartor Mr. Thad W. Greene [email protected] 303/307-1441 ✧ 303/307-9755 (fax) Greenwood, DE 19950 Atlantic Truss Co, Ltd M.C. Truss, Inc. [email protected] Hanes & Associates Mr. Dennis Wilson Truss-Co, Inc. 302/398-4711 ✧ 302/398-9382 (fax) 2700 W Cypress Creek Road, Ste D120 1144 Commerce Alpine Truss 43903 North Division St 22060 S Hwy 550 www.samyoder.com Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 Sanger, CA 93657 T.C. Truss, Inc. 2200 Industrial Dr Home Components Lancaster, CA 93534 2624 El Camino Real North Montrose, CO 81401 Mr. David Siddons 954/491-3310 ✧ 954/491-8237 (fax) 559/876-3630 ✧ 559/876-3540 (fax) Montrose, CO 81401 4058 Camelot Cir 661/723-0779 ✧ 661/723-1734 (fax) Salinas, CA 93907 970/252-1818 [email protected] Mr. Kenneth W. Bucek www.mctruss.com 970/249-0801 ✧ 970/249-1296 (fax) Longmont, CO 80504-9697 Mr. Gregory F. Hanes 831/663-8787 ✧ 831/663-3440 (fax) Mr. Grady Colby [email protected] Mr. Larry Nisbett www.alpinelumber.com 303/485-9894 ✧ 970/535-4252 (fax) Universal Forest Products, Inc. [email protected] www.tctruss.com Mr. Robert VanEvery Mr. Jay M. Byers UBC Timber Roots Truss Plant 22976 Sussex Ave Bruce Component Systems, Inc. Mead Clark Truss Company, Inc. Mr. Gene Snuggs Hayward Lumber Company, LLC 27151 County Road M Georgetown, DE 19947 PO Box 730 PO Box 529 [email protected] BMC West Corporation Home Lumber Company PO Box 16009 Dolores, CO 81323 302/855-1250 ✧ 302/855-1269 (fax) Lecanto, FL 34460 Santa Rosa, CA 95402 7272 S Eagle St 8037 Midway Dr Monterey, CA 93940 970/565-9207 ✧ 970/565-9528 (fax) www.ufpi.com 352/628-0522 ✧ 352/628-5318 (fax) 707/576-3333 ✧ 707/523-0350 (fax) The Truss Company Centennial, CO 80112-4244 Littleton, CO 80125 831/643-1900 ✧ 831/644-7610 (fax) 494 S Fourth St Mr. Alan Bush Mr. Jeff Dedrick Mr. William B. Bruce www.meadclark.com 303/744-6161 ✧ 303/627-5100 (fax) 303/791-3715 ✧ 303/791-8551 (fax) www.haywardlumber.com Banning, CA 92220 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Les DelaBriandais Mr. Steve Harms www.homelumber.com Mr. Dennis Maddison 951/922-2532 ✧ 951/922-2632 (fax) Mr. John Huck United Frame Works, LLC Warren Truss Company Builders FirstSource Mid-Valley Truss Inc. Mr. John Hernandez BMC West Corporation Hayward Truss, LLC [email protected] 2326 Grand Park Dr 10 Aleph Dr 1700 N State St 4408 E. Fremont St. [email protected] 870 Paonia St 1200 W La Brea Ave Grand Junction, CO 81505 Newark, DE 19702 Bunnell, FL 32110 Stockton, CA 95215-4008 Colorado Springs, CO 80915 Santa Maria, CA 93458 970/254-8839 ✧ 970/254-8853 (fax) 302/368-8566 ✧ 302/368-8413 (fax) 904/437-3349 ✧ 904/437-3994 (fax) 209/464-7358 ✧ 209/463-6195 (fax) 719/574-7325 ✧ 719/574-7311 (fax) 805/928-7441 ✧ 805/928-9289 (fax) www.unitedframeworks.com Mr. Douglas B. Warren www.buildersfirstsource.com Mr. Stanley A. Nixon www.bmcwest.com [email protected] www.haywardlumber.com Mr. Travis McFate Mr. Jim Brunswick Mr. Pete Potter Mr. Ed Knight [email protected]

58 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 59 Builders FirstSource CBS Builders Supply, Inc. Engineered Structural Systems Kimal Lumber Company Ridgway Roof Truss Company, Inc. Space Coast Truss-Port St. Lucie U.S. Truss, Inc. Construction Components, Inc. 6550 Roosevelt Blvd. PO Box 120158 9508 N. Trask St. PO Box 969 PO Box 1309 201 Port St. Lucie Blvd. Ste. 202 3400 W. 45th St. 3147 Alto-Mud Creek Rd Jacksonville, FL 32244 Clermont, FL 34712-0158 Tampa, FL 33624-5137 Nokomis, FL 34274-0969 Gainesville, FL 32602 Port St. Lucie, FL 34984 West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Cornelia, GA 30531 904/772-6100 ✧ 904/772-1973 (fax) 352/394-2116 ✧ 352/394-1968 (fax) 813/961-1337 ✧ 813/961-4384 (fax) 941/484-3996 ✧ 941/484-3798 (fax) 352/376-4436 ✧ 352/371-3316 (fax) 772/873-9029 ✧ 772/873-9870 (fax) 561/686-4000 ✧ 561/687-3814 (fax) 706/776-6656 ✧ 706/778-5254 (fax) www.buildersfirstsource.com www.cbsbuilderssupply.com www.esstruss.com Mr. Paul Ambrose www.ridgwaytruss.com Mr. Scott A. Remick Mr. Erol S. Tuzcu Mr. Rickey Mitchell Mr. Christopher L. Rizer Mr. Bill Heine Mr. Mark Goble [email protected] Mr. Karl The Losen [email protected] [email protected] Stark Truss Company, Inc. [email protected] [email protected] Builders FirstSource CBS Builders Supply, Inc. Lemon Bay Truss & Supply Co. PO Box 20118 Universal Forest Products, Inc. Custom Truss Components, LLC PO Box 2997 7067 Sampey Rd Fernandina Lumber & Supply Co PO Box 5315 Santa Fe Truss Company, Inc. Bradenton, FL 34203 PO Box 217 PO Box 1033 Lake City, FL 32056-2997 Groveland, FL 34736 PO Box 763 Englewood, FL 34224-1428 PO Box 1298 941/755-5165 ✧ 941/755-6228 (fax) Auburndale, FL 33823 Zebulon, GA 30295 386/755-6894 ✧ 386/755-7973 (fax) 352/429-3760 ✧ 352/429-8219 (fax) Fernandina Beach, FL 32035-0763 941/698-0800 ✧ 941/698-0094 (fax) High Springs, FL 32655 www.starktruss.com 863/965-2566 ✧ 863/965-2572 (fax) 770/467-8354 ✧ 770/228-1722 (fax) Mr. Gary Dorris www.cbsbuilderssupply.com 904/261-3641 ✧ 904/261-6526 (fax) www.lemonbaytruss.com 386/454-7711 ✧ 386/454-1055 (fax) Mr. John Stahler www.ufpi.com Mr. Craig Spraggins Mr. Terry Gring Mr. Larry Ruckel Mr. Mike Vermeulen Mr. Laurie T. Wootton Mr. John Van Meter Builders FirstSource Stark Truss Company, Inc. Georgia Mountain Components [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 5100 78th Ave. #2 Florida Forest Products PO Box 560057 PO Box 318 Pinellas Park, FL 33781-2407 Central Florida Truss PO Box 1345 Lumber Unlimited Scosta Corporation Rockledge, FL 32956-0057 Universal Forest Products, Inc. Oakwood, GA 30566 727/548-4785 ✧ 727/548-4345 (fax) PO Box 455 Largo, FL 33779 PO Box 12267 3705 Commerce Center Dr 321/639-3475 ✧ 321/639-0814 (fax) 365 Emerald 770/534-0364 ✧ 770/287-0483 (fax) www.buildersfirstsource.com Bartow, FL 33831 727/585-2067 ✧ 727/585-1931 (fax) Jacksonville, FL 32209-0267 Sebring, FL 33870 www.starktruss.com Ocala, FL 34472 Mr. Bob Burkett Mr. Mark Blahnik 863/533-0821 ✧ 863/533-9517 (fax) www.ffptruss.com 904/356-5440 ✧ 904/356-9415 (fax) 863/385-8242 ✧ 863/385-8724 (fax) Mr. Gary Savage 352/687-3956 ✧ 352/687-8295 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Gary Newell Mr. Rick Cashman www.lumberunlimited.com www.scostacorp.com www.ufpi.com Builders FirstSource Gilmer Building Components Inc. [email protected] [email protected] Mr. David Myers Mr. Scott Stanley Mr. Anthony Baker 2901 Aileron Circle 1744 Whitepath Rd [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Sanford, FL 32773 Chambers Truss, Inc. Florida Keys Truss, Inc. Stock Building Supply, Inc. - Ellijay, GA 30540 407/322-0059 ✧ 407/322-5553 (fax) 850 NW 61st St PO Box 500222 Lumber Unlimited SCT Crescent City Truss Division W. Kost, Inc. 706/698-4224 ✧ 706/698-4225 (fax) Ms. Tammi J. Pettis Fort Pierce, FL 34982-6324 Marathon, FL 33050 PO Drawer 1437 105 Denver Rd. 3362 All American Blvd 4175 Martin Hwy Ms. Stephanie C. Cselle 772/465-2012 ✧ 772/465-8711 (fax) 305/743-5333 ✧ 305/743-5337 (fax) Palatka, FL 32178 Crescent City, FL 32112 Orlando, FL 32810 Palm City, FL 34990 [email protected] Builders FirstSource www.chamberstruss.com Ms. Kathleen C. Vaughn 386/328-1437 ✧ 386/325-5479 (fax) 386/698-2789 ✧ 386/698-2869 (fax) 407/299-1522 ✧ 407/299-9153 (fax) 772/286-3700 ✧ 772/288-4234 (fax) PO Box 17939 Harbin Lumber Company, Inc. Mr. Robert J. Becht [email protected] Mr. Jon Edmondson Mr. Christopher Kiser Mr. Tony Harris Mr. Wayne M. Thompson Tampa, FL 33682 560 Smith Rd [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 813/971-9633 ✧ 813/978-3575 (fax) Florida Roof Truss Company Manning Building Supplies Seminole Trusses, Inc. Lavonia, GA 30553 www.buildersfirstsource.com Classic Truss Co. Inc. PO Box 730 530 NW 1st Ave PO Box 69 Stock Components-Boca Raton W. W. Truss Co. Inc. 706/356-5041 ✧ 706/356-1576 (fax) Ms. Cindy O’Keefe 3101 Industrial Ave. #3 Ocala, FL 34478 Ocala, FL 34475 Midway, FL 32343 6421 Congress Ave Ste 113 1233 N US Hwy 1 Mr. Barron Harbin Fort Pierce, FL 34946 352/732-4245 ✧ 352/368-2870 (fax) 352/622-8175 ✧ 352/622-2640 (fax) 850/575-0102 ✧ 850/575-4413 (fax) Boca Raton, FL 33487-2858 Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Builders FirstSource Kelley Truss, Inc. 772/466-7219 ✧ 772/466-7246 (fax) Mr. Henry J. G. Moxon Mr. Kirby Manning www.nettally.com/sti 561/391-5956 ✧ 561/391-6307 (fax) 386/673-0441 ✧ 386/673-4328 (fax) 5135 Madison Ave. PO Box 159 www.classictruss.net Mr. C. Ray Barineau Mr. Thomas Mabry Mr. Ernie Wheaton Tampa, FL 33619 Florida Truss & Fabricators, Inc. Manning Building Supplies Dearing, GA 30808 Mr. Dan Mitchem [email protected] 813/248-1444 ✧ 813/241-9167 (fax) PO Box 6088 Truss Division Stock Components-Hudson Wakulla Lumber and Trusses 706/595-8004 ✧ 706/595-6360 (fax) [email protected] www.buildersfirstsource.com Vero Beach, FL 32961 11155 Phillips Pkwy Dr E Smyth Lumber Company - 9824 Ideal Ln PO Box 640 Mr. Ronnie Kelley Mr. Geoffrey Weston CMF Truss, Inc 772/567-1593 ✧ 772/778-5907 (fax) Jacksonville, FL 32256 Truss Division Hudson, FL 34667-4999 Crawfordville, FL 32326 [email protected] 13521 Poncedeleon Blvd Mr. Richard C. Mills, Sr. 904/268-8225 ✧ 904/260-2981 (fax) 2722 Apopka Blvd 727/868-1874 ✧ 727/862-5887 (fax) 850/926-8919 ✧ 850/926-8702 (fax) BWC Truss, Inc Lake Shore Truss, Inc. Brooksville, FL 34601 [email protected] www.mbs-corp.com Apopka, FL 32703 Mr. Gerald Miller Ms. Carol J. Barineau 7301 Highway 50 PO Box 536 352/796-5805 ✧ 352/796-6101 (fax) Mr. Mark H. Rose 407/299-1522 ✧ 407/299-9153 (fax) [email protected] Groveland, FL 34736 Forest Products Supply, Inc. - Stock Components-Panama City Lavonia, GA 30553 Ms. Marjorie Mchale [email protected] www.smythlumber.com 352/429-9429 ✧ 352/429-7429 (fax) Truss Division 730 Highway 231 West Coast Truss, Inc. - 706/356-2460 ✧ 706/356-2185 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Tony Scarbrough Mr. Don Sweeney PO Box 21359 Manning Building Supplies Panama City, FL 32405 Clearwater Office www.lakeshoretruss.com [email protected] Custom Designed Truss Co. Sarasota, FL 34276-4359 Truss Division Southern Building Products, Inc. 850/872-2400 ✧ 850/872-2425 (fax) PO Box 260279, Clearwater Location Mr. Todd Stayner 777 SW 12th Ave. 941/922-0731 ✧ 941/923-9402 (fax) 2035 Dobbs Rd. 4922 Dyer Blvd Mr. David Bauer Tampa, FL 33685-0279 [email protected] Carpenter Contractors of America Pompano Beach, FL 33069 www.forest-products.com Saint Augustine, FL 32086 West Palm Beach, FL 33407 813/887-3664 ✧ 813/889-0950 (fax) 2160 Andrea Ln Superior Truss Systems Leeds Building Products, Inc. 954/786-8800 ✧ 954/786-8804 (fax) Mr. Steve Rothenbach 904/829-6467 ✧ 904/829-0331 (fax) 561/848-6646 ✧ 561/840-7961 (fax) Mr. Gary Badders Fort Myers, FL 33912 8500 NW 58th St 2105 Barrett Park Dr Ste 101 www.customdesignedtruss.com [email protected] Mr. Robert Sutton www.gate.net/~stcwpb [email protected] 239/437-1100 ✧ 239/437-1200 (fax) Miami, FL 33166-3304 Kennesaw, GA 30144 Mr. Chris Smith Mr. John C. Byers www.carpentercontractors.com Freeport Truss Co. Inc. Midstate Roof Truss & Timber 305/591-9918 ✧ 305/591-9472 (fax) West Coast Truss, Inc. - 770/421-2950 ✧ 770/218-1778 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Ray Coay PO Box 577 PO Box 1977 Mr. Juan J. Duarte Tampa Office www.leedsbuilding.com Dansco Engineering Freeport, FL 32439-0577 Ocala, FL 34478 Southern Truss of Central [email protected] PO Box 260279, Tampa Location Mr. Gary Poulos Carpenter Contractors of America PO Box 3400 850/835-4541 ✧ 850/835-4532 (fax) 352/622-7252 ✧ 352/622-9338 (fax) Florida, Inc. Tampa, FL 33685-0279 [email protected] 941 SW 12th Ave Taunton Truss, Inc. Apollo Beach, FL 33572 Mr. Kevin Logan Mr. Robert L. Jones 4922 Dyer Blvd 813/887-4510 ✧ 813/887-3832 (fax) Pompano Beach, FL 33069 PO Box 630 Load Star - Wall Plant 813/645-0166 ✧ 813/645-9698 (fax) [email protected] West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Mr. Douglas A. LaChapelle 954/781-2660 ✧ 954/786-9016 (fax) Granger Truss Wewahitchka, FL 32465-0630 11388 Georgia Hwy 17 Mr. Samuel A. Greenberg 863/965-7173 ✧ 863/965-7383 (fax) [email protected] www.carpentercontractors.com 1180 Lane Ave S Naples Lumber & Supply Co., Inc 850/639-2337 ✧ 850/639-5599 (fax) Lavonia, GA 30553 Mr. William Smith Mr. Walter Benner Deco Truss Company, Inc. Jacksonville, FL 32205 3828 Radio Rd Ms. Abigail Taunton GEORGIA 706/356-5292 13980 SW 252nd St. 904/781-4119 ✧ 904/786-8480 (fax) Naples, FL 34104-3794 Southern Truss of Ft. Myers, Inc. [email protected] Mr. Randall Gailey Carpenter Contractors of America Princeton, FL 33032 Mr. Dan Mitola 239/643-7000 ✧ 941/643-5987 (fax) 95 6th Street, Page Park 84 Components 3900 Ave G NW TJ Truss Corp Load Star / Midway 305/257-1910 ✧ 305/257-1911 (fax) www.napleslumber.com Fort Myers, FL 33907 2310 S Stone Mountain Lithonia Rd Winter Haven, FL 33880-6201 HiTek Truss 2900 Industrial 33rd 170 Elan Ct www.decotruss.com Mr. Ron Labbe 239/277-5111 ✧ 239/277-5283 (fax) Lithonia, GA 30058 863/294-6449 ✧ 863/299-9940 (fax) 5167 Mariner Blvd. Fort Pierce, FL 34946 Midway, GA 31320 Mr. Mario Espiñeira, Jr. Ms. Angela Ower 770/482-8414 www.carpentercontractors.com Spring Hill, FL 34609 New Moon Enterprises 772/466-3388 ✧ 772/466-9329 (fax) 912/884-4848 ✧ 912/884-4849 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Scott Hughes Mr. James Nick 352/683-5682 ✧ 352/683-9467 (fax) 607 School St Space Coast Truss Inc. Mr. James J. White Mr. Tommy Pritchett Delta Truss, Inc. Mr. David C. Simon Apopka, FL 32712 900 Cox Road [email protected] A & A Truss Company, Inc. [email protected] Casmin, Inc. 3331 McLemore Dr [email protected] 407/464-0097 ✧ 407/464-1729 (fax) Cocoa, FL 32926 PO Box 1418 708 Duck Lake Road True House, Inc. dba True Truss Load Star, Inc. Pensacola, FL 32514 Ms. Denise L. Nutter 321/633-7511 ✧ 321/633-7544 (fax) Kennesaw, GA 30156 Lady Lake, FL 32159 Hope Lumber & Supply Co. 10411 Alta Dr #100 ✧ 11388 Georgia Hwy 17 850/474-1187 ✧ 850/474-0294 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Jeff Macik 770/428-5622 770/425-4254 (fax) 352/343-0685 ✧ 352/742-5306 (fax) 1500 W Main St Jacksonville, FL 32226-2301 Lavonia, GA 30553 Mr. Richard A. Weaver ✧ Mr. Keith Adams Ms. Jennifer Walls Pensacola, FL 32501 Panhandle Truss Company Space Coast Truss Inc. 904/757-7500 904/757-7336 (fax) [email protected] 706/356-4600 ✧ 706/356-1297 (fax) East Coast Lumber 904/432-1421 ✧ 904/444-9976 (fax) 1995 W Nine Mile Rd 9500 W Atlantic Ave www.truehouse.com Mr. Chris Moon 5285 St. Lucie Blvd Ms. Joyce K. Retherford Pensacola, FL 32534 Delray Beach, FL 33446 Mr. Barry E. Dixon Builders FirstSource [email protected] Fort Pierce, FL 34946 850/475-1050 ✧ 850/474-4150 (fax) 561/499-1090 ✧ 561/368-8037 (fax) [email protected] 6870 Mimms Dr. Casmin, Inc. Johnson’s Lumber & Supply, Inc. Lott Builders Supply 772/466-2480 ✧ 772/466-5336 (fax) Mr. Duncan Mitchell www.sctruss.com Atlanta, GA 30340 PO Box 895250 5338 Capital Circle NW Truss Systems LLC ✧ 1201 Peterson Ave N www.eastcoastlumber.com [email protected] Mr. Kirk Cruze 770/613-0002 770/613-9885 (fax) Leesburg, FL 34788 Tallahassee, FL 32303 3550 US-1 S. Douglas, GA 31533 Mr. Charlie Martinez [email protected] Mr. Sandy Tamargo 352/343-0680 ✧ 352/343-0926 (fax) 850/562-2178 ✧ 850/562-2874 (fax) Raymond Building Supply Corp. Bunnell, FL 32110 912/384-1800 ✧ 912/383-9285 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Cliff Blunt Mr. Mike Mehr 7751 Bayshore Rd Space Coast Truss Inc. 386/437-4410 ✧ 386/437-1117 (fax) Builders Truss Mfg Mr. David S. Lott East Coast Lumber - Truss Division [email protected] North Fort Myers, FL 33917-3506 3222 NE 24th Street Ms. Lynn McCarthy 1506 Bedell Ave Magbee Contractors Supply 2255 Avocado Ave. 239/731-8300 ✧ 239/731-3299 (fax) Ocala, FL 34470 [email protected] Woodbine, GA 31569 JW Trusses ✧ PO Box 149 Melbourne, FL 32935 www.rbsc.net 352/732-5002 ✧ 352/732-4175 (fax) 912/729-2283 912/729-2284 (fax) Casmin, Inc. / HQ 836 Horsemen’s Path Trussway, Ltd. - Southeast Division Auburn, GA 30011 321/254-1581 ✧ 321/254-1582 (fax) Mr. John K. Schmidt Mr. Richard Gee www.btruss.com PO Box 895250 Cantonment, FL 32533 8850 Trussway Blvd 678/425-2655 ✧ 678/425-2607 (fax) www.eastcoastlumber.com Mr. Norman Raber Leesburg, FL 34788-5250 251/943-7597 ✧ 251/943-7760 (fax) Raymond Building Supply Corp. Space Coast Truss Inc. Orlando, FL 32824 www.magbee.com Mr. Charlie Martinez [email protected] 352/343-0680 ✧ 352/343-0926 (fax) Mr. Joe W. Teel 2233 Murphy Ct 201 Paint Street 407/857-2777 ✧ 407/851-7899 (fax) Mr. Robert Magbee [email protected] www.casmin.com [email protected] North Port, FL 34289-9314 Rockledge, FL 32955 www.trussway.com Citadel Building Products, LLC [email protected] Mr. Mark A. Casp 941/429-1212 ✧ 941/429-1122 (fax) 407/633-7511 ✧ 407/633-7544 (fax) Mr. Jim Thomas PO Box 470 [email protected] www.rbsc.net Mr. Wayne Bell Thomasville, GA 31799 ✧ Mr. Michael E. Nilles 229/226-6440 229/226-6420 (fax) [email protected] www.citadelbuilding.com Mr. Gary Poole [email protected]

60 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 61 Mulherin Lumber Co. Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. HPM Building Supply Idaho Truss & Component Co. Anderson Truss Co. Inc. Hines Precision Components - Stock Building Supply, Inc. Classic Truss & Wood PO Box 2690 80 Martin Luther King Ave 16-166 Melekahiwa St PO Box 240 12418 Poordo Rd A Division of Edward Hines Lumber 1616 Windsor Rd Components, Inc. Evans, GA 30809-2690 Jefferson, GA 30549 Keaau, HI 96749 Meridian, ID 83680-0240 Pittsburg, IL 62974 510 Tyler Rd. Rockford, IL 61111 2709 Blackiston Mill Rd 706/736-2039 ✧ 706/736-0291 (fax) 800/779-0936 ✧ 706/367-8216 (fax) 808/966-5466 ✧ 808/966-9828 (fax) 208/888-5200 ✧ 208/888-0003 (fax) 618/982-9228 ✧ 618/982-2969 (fax) St. Charles, IL 60174 815/633-7070 ✧ 815/633-9814 (fax) Clarksville, IN 47129 www.mulherinlumber.com www.ufpi.com www.hpm-hawaii.com www.idahotruss.com Mr. Boyd E. Anderson 630/513-2461 ✧ 630/584-3932 (fax) Mr. Joel DeLuna 812/944-5821 ✧ 812/948-2177 (fax) Mr. Sean P. Grady Mr. Dave Riley Mr. Russell Kohashi Mr. Kendall Hoyd [email protected] Mr. Jessie Albright www.classictruss.com Tempo Components [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Jeffery Corbett Jack Walters & Sons, Corp. 110 Brennan Dr Atlas Components, Inc. [email protected] North Georgia Truss Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. Island Truss PO Box 6536 dba Walters Building Kirkland, IL 60146 1279 JFH Parkway PO Box 3068 PO Box 3645 Northwest Building Rockford, IL 61125 PO Box 455 815/522-3888 ✧ 815/522-7730 (fax) Contract Lumber Cartersville, GA 30120 Moultrie, GA 31776-3068 Lihue, HI 96766 Components, Inc. 815/332-4904 ✧ 815/332-5311 (fax) Fairfield, IL 62837 www.tempocomponents.com 1590 W Northfield Dr 770/387-4227 ✧ 770/606-0364 (fax) 229/985-4009 ✧ 229/890-2195 (fax) 808/245-3990 ✧ 808/245-4708 (fax) 8580 W Yosemite Mr. Michael Karceski 618/842-2642 ✧ 618/842-5235 (fax) Mr. Stephen R. Kannaka Brownsberg, IN 46112 www.ngt.bizhosting.com www.ufpi.com Mr. David Vickers Rathdrum, ID 83858 [email protected] www.waltersbuildings.com [email protected] 317/852-8996 ✧ 317/852-1077 (fax) Mr. Tom Powell Mr. Jim Ward [email protected] 509/891-6096 ✧ 509/926-6593 (fax) Mr. Fred Gilbert www.contractlumber.com Bear Creek Truss, Inc. Truss/Slater [email protected] [email protected] Mr. John Spiker [email protected] Mr. Brett Kramer 615 N Cty Rd 250 E PO Box 20 RSI Hawaii [email protected] Plymart, Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. 1081 Makepono St Roberts Truss, Inc. Tuscola, IL 61953 Jesse B. Holt, Inc. Virden, IL 62690 7468 Bankhead Hwy PO Box 757 Honolulu, HI 96819 1640 Sunset Strip 217/543-3329 ✧ 217/543-3124 (fax) PO Box 127 217/965-4911 ✧ 217/965-4914 (fax) Contract Lumber Company Winston, GA 30187 Union City, GA 30291 808/847-2077 ✧ 808/848-8221 (fax) Mountain Home, ID 83647 www.bearcreektruss.com Newton, IL 62448 Mr. Douglas S. Slater 14444 Herriman Blvd 770/949-3040 ✧ 770/947-0431 (fax) 770/472-3050 ✧ 770/472-3069 (fax) Mr. Ritchie Mudd 208/587-9396 ✧ 208/587-2970 (fax) Mr. Dave Rocke 618/783-8481 ✧ 618/783-3916 (fax) [email protected] Noblesville, IN 46060 Mr. Kevin Finn www.ufpi.com [email protected] Mr. Alan Roberts [email protected] Mr. Lee Holt 317/776-0993 ✧ 317/776-0983 (fax) W. Kost, Inc. Mr. Brian A. Brelsford [email protected] Mr. Ed Winders Qualitycraft Truss Systems Hawaii, Inc. Best Homes, Inc. Okaw Truss, Inc. 75 Koppie Dr [email protected] 4895 Old National Hwy PO Box 2037 Stock Components-Boise 1230 W. 171st St. 368 E SR 133 Gilberts, IL 60136-9641 Custom Built Components Atlanta, GA 30337 Valley Components, Inc. Kahului, HI 96733-2037 3210 E Amity Rd Hazel Crest, IL 60429 Arthur, IL 61911-6240 847/428-0600 ✧ 847/428-0839 (fax) 415 W 19th St 404/209-3020 ✧ 404/209-3024 (fax) PO Box 6100 808/877-0036 ✧ 808/877-0731 (fax) Boise, ID 83716 708/335-2000 ✧ 708/335-4891 (fax) 217/543-3371 ✧ 217/543-3376 (fax) Mr. Walter Kost Huntingburg, IN 47542 www.jwhomes.com Columbus, GA 31917-6100 Mr. Scott E. Loomer 208/426-8797 ✧ 208/426-8795 (fax) www.besthomesinc.com www.okawtruss.com [email protected] 812/683-8118 ✧ 812/683-8287 (fax) Mr. William Norman 706/689-3259 ✧ 706/689-3276 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Chris Zimmerchied Mr. Scott Arquilla Mr. Elvin M. Schrock www.bametalproducts.com Walnut Components, Inc. Mr. Steve Lennon [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Roger Thacker Stock Components-Coeur D’Alene 14970 2100N Ave Robert’s Components [email protected] PO Box 1508 Warner Robins Supply IDAHO 4975 Industrial Way Carpenter Contractors of America Rehkemper & Son Princeton, IL 61356-9756 LaGrange, GA 30241 Truss Division BMC West Corporation Coeur D’Alene, ID 83814-8931 dba R & D Thiel 3151 Cockrell Lane 815/875-3811 ✧ 815/872-0967 (fax) Davidson Industries, Inc. 706/884-1700 ✧ 706/882-6243 (fax) 441 Dunbar Rd 3715 Bombardier 208/765-3307 ✧ 208/765-2876 (fax) 2340 Newburg Rd Springfield, IL 62707 Mr. Scott Haurberg PO Box 800 Mr. R. B. Parker, Jr. Warner Robins, GA 31093 Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Mr. Gary Clay Belvidere, IL 61008 217/787-4214 ✧ 217/787-8781 (fax) [email protected] Franklin, IN 46131-9584 ✧ 208/523-6691 ✧ 208/522-6459 (fax) ✧ Mr. Henry Tipps ✧ [email protected] 478/328-6597 478/328-6697 (fax) Stock Components-Idaho Falls 815/544-1699 815/544-7132 (fax) 317/738-3211 317/738-3440 (fax) www.wrsupply.com www.bmcwest.com www.rotheil.com Walnut Custom Homes, Inc. www.dilumber.com PO Box 50161 Rehkemper & Son, Inc. - PO Box 605 Southern Structural, Inc. Mr. Phillip Jones Mr. Dan West Mr. Howard E. Gauger Mr. M.W. Carey 1000 Loudermilk Dr, Bld 300 Idaho Falls, ID 83402 Component Division Walnut, IL 61376-0605 [email protected] Marietta, GA 30060 Wheeler’s BMHC 208/528-2309 ✧ 208/528-2320 (fax) Central Illinois Truss, Inc. 17817 St Rose Rd 815/379-2151 ✧ 815/379-2011 (fax) 770/499-8382 ✧ 770/499-9091 (fax) 2 Riverside Industrial Park, NE 720 Park Blvd Ste 200 Mr. Will Punkoney 901 S Detroit Saint Rose, IL 62230 www.walnutcustomhomes.com Mr. Tryge B. Anderson Rome, GA 30161-7301 Boise, ID 83712-7764 [email protected] Morton, IL 61550 618/526-2269 ✧ 618/526-2810 (fax) Mr. Jeff Strick ✧ 208/331-4300 ✧ 208/331-4367 (fax) ✧ www.rehkempers.com Dura Panel Truss, LLC [email protected] 706/232-2400 706/233-4110 (fax) Valley Truss Company, Inc. 309/263-2071 309/263-2111 (fax) [email protected] www.bmhc.com/ Mr. Jerome G. Rehkemper 5740 Decatur Blvd www.wheelers.com 4100 S Eagleson Rd Mr. G. Todd Bonham Specialty Forest Products, Inc. Mr. Richard Blackwood Wheeler Lumber L.L.C. Indianapolis, IN 46241 Mr. James T. Manis Boise, ID 83705 [email protected] Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. 1518 Industrial Dr 8109 29th St W 317/821-8200 ✧ 317/821-1862 (fax) [email protected] Building Components of Idaho 208/362-1089 ✧ 208/362-0616 (fax) 122 E Chain of Rocks Rd Griffin, GA 30224 Component Systems Inc. Rock Island, IL 61201 www.duracompanies.com ✧ 1102 Franklin Blvd Mr. Jason Moodie Granite City, IL 62040 ✧ 770/228-4999 770/229-1653 (fax) Williams Bros. Lumber Co. 209 N Bridge St 309/787-1729 309/787-8307 (fax) Mr. Terry Murphy Mr. Thomas J. Hall 4094 Blueridge Industrial Parkway Nampa, ID 83687 [email protected] Eleroy, IL 61027 618/797-1220 ✧ 618/931-7523 (fax) Mr. Christopher Mielke 208/442-9500 ✧ 208/442-9501 (fax) ✧ www.robertsdybdahl.com FBi Buildings Norcross, GA 30071 Western Truss, Inc. 815/235-7176 815/235-1229 (fax) Structural Wood Systems ✧ Mr. Corey Elitharp Mr. Glynn Oster 3823 West 1800 South 770/813-2200 770/813-2206 (fax) 5319 S Apple St Mr. Gary Rich INDIANA of Georgia [email protected] Remington, IN 47977 www.wmsbros.com Boise, ID 83716 [email protected] Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. 84 Components PO Box 1658 219/261-2157 ✧ 219/261-3193 (fax) Mr. Ronald Gipson Coeur D’Alene Builders Supply 208/342-6228 ✧ 208/342-4801 (fax) 510 E 3rd St 181 S Burkart Blvd Kennesaw, GA 30156 Construction Supply www.fbibuildings.com ✧ [email protected] 655 W Clayton Ave Mr. Robert Crighton Milan, IL 61264-2815 Seymour, IN 47274 770/427-3742 770/427-9491 (fax) 2229 State St Mr. John Lehman www.structuralwoodsystems.com Williams Bros. Lumber Co. Coeur D’Alene, ID 83815 [email protected] Chester, IL 62233 309/787-1733 ✧ 309/787-6231 (fax) 812/523-8817 ✧ 812/523-6731 (fax) Mr. Bobby Simpson 403-a Dividend Dr 208/667-6481 ✧ 208/667-6483 (fax) 618/826-5063 ✧ 618/826-5601 (fax) www.robertsdybdahl.com Mr. Doug Nelson Georgetown Truss Company Inc Mr. Phil Adams Mr. Kirk Honeycutt PO Box 1 [email protected] Peachtree City, GA 30269 ILLINOIS www.chesterconstructionsupply.com 84 Components 678/364-8508 ✧ 678/364-9089 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Barry Marcinkowska [email protected] Georgetown, IN 47122 Truss Specialties, Inc. AccuBuild Inc. 840 South 550 West www.wmsbros.com [email protected] 812/951-2647 ✧ 812/951-2044 (fax) 2445 Old Covington Hwy SW Cornerstone Panel & Truss Inc. 875 Lawndale Ave Roof Structures Tipton, IN 46072 Mr. Rodney Evans Mr. Tim Youtsey Conyers, GA 30012 PO Box 1072 Springfield, IL 62707 Edward Hines Lumber Co. 18423 E Frontage Road 765/457-5545 ✧ [email protected] 770/483-1622 ✧ 770/483-1423 (fax) Williams Bros. Lumber Co. Hayden, ID 83835 217/529-4849 217/529-4977 (fax) 1000 Corporate Grove Dr Litchfield, IL 62056 Mr. Dennis Mattingly 208/772-7259 ✧ 208/772-5918 (fax) www.accubuildtruss.com 217/324-6661 ✧ 217/324-6658 (fax) Graber Post Buildings, Inc. Mr. John Truskosky 6 AJ Garcia Rd Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 Borkholder Buildings & Supply, LLP Pooler, GA 31322 Ms. Valerie Mesenbrink Mr. Daniel R. Griffin 847/353-7700 ✧ 847/353-3423 (fax) Mr. Ron Strohbeck RR1 Box 225 Truss Systems, Inc. PO Box 32 912/330-9991 ✧ 912/330-0792 (fax) [email protected] www.hineslumber.com Montgomery, IN 47558-9625 PO Box 1327 Alco White, Inc. Ruff Quality Components Nappanee, IN 46550-0032 www.wmsbros.com Mr. Edward M. Hines 812/636-7355 ✧ 812/636-7980 (fax) Oxford, GA 30054 Cramer Bros. Truss Co., Inc. 200 E. Washington Street 453 W. Monroe 574/773-3144 ✧ 574/773-2897 (fax) Mr. Steve Adams [email protected] Mr. Steve Graber 770/787-8715 ✧ 770/787-0072 (fax) 457 S Kings Rd Jacksonville, IL 62650 Monticello, IL 61856 www.borkholder.com ✧ [email protected] Mr. Richard W. Brown Nampa, ID 83687 217/245-1144 217/243-6122 (fax) Fischer Lumber Company 217/762-9332 ✧ 217/762-2393 (fax) Mr. Patrick M. McGuire, P.E. [email protected] HAWAII 208/466-4343 ✧ 208/466-4344 (fax) Mr. E. Dewayne White PO Box 38 www.hundmanlumber.com/ruff.html [email protected] Home Lumber Ariel Truss Hawaii, Inc. Mr. Mike Cramer [email protected] East Alton, IL 62024 Mr. Michael Ruff 11200 Delaware Parkway Truss Tech Industries, Inc. Builders FirstSource 91-291 Hanua St, Campbell Industrial Park [email protected] 618/259-7434 ✧ 618/258-4340 (fax) [email protected] Crown Point, IN 46308 4883-B Roy Carlson Blvd Alexander Lumber Co. PO Box 517 Kapolei, HI 96707 Mr. David C. Fischer 219/226-0000 ✧ 219/661-7568 (fax) Buford, GA 30518 Franklin Building Supply PO Box 831 Seigle’s Component Center Demotte, IN 46310 808/682-5859 ✧ 808/682-5620 (fax) [email protected] Mr. David Turner 770/271-1347 ✧ 770/271-9343 (fax) 515 Main St Aurora, IL 60507 255 Industrial Dr 219/987-2781 ✧ 219/987-2729 (fax) Mr. Sunil Ray ✧ www.trusstechind.com Jerome, ID 83338 630/844-5123 630/844-6594 (fax) Gateway Building Components Hampshire, IL 60140 www.buildersfirstsource.com K & K Industries, Inc. Mr. Jay Asgari Honsador Lumber Corporation 208/324-8161 ✧ 208/324-3159 (fax) www.alexlbr.com 607 N Main St Ste 100 847/683-5000 ✧ 847/683-5011 (fax) Mr. Michael Hinde RR #1 Box 170 100 Kukila St. Mr. Jim Davis Mr. Joseph F. Weber www.seigles.com Montgomery, IN 47558 [email protected] Columbia, IL 62236 Carter Woodcraft Company Hilo, HI 96720 [email protected] 618/281-4666 ✧ 618/281-3049 (fax) Mr. Brian Gibbert 812/486-3281 ✧ 812/486-3284 (fax) Trussway, Ltd. - Southern Division Alexander Lumber Co. Box 590 808/961-6000 ✧ 808/961-5892 (fax) www.tcistl.com [email protected] Mr. Gerald Stoll 4220 McEver Industrial Dr Gem State Truss Co, Inc. 1724 Loves Rd Pittsboro, IN 46167-0590 Mr. Patrick Cabreira Ms. Mary Pat Keller [email protected] Acworth, GA 30101 16255 Franklin Blvd Cortland, IL 60112 Seigle’s Millwork Center 317/892-6476 ✧ 317/892-6565 (fax) ✧ [email protected] 770/975-5777 ✧ 770/975-3322 (fax) Honsador Lumber Corporation - Nampa, ID 83687-8211 815/754-1000 815/754-0997 (fax) 1331 Davis Road www.carterlumber.com KA Components Mr. David Neves dba Ariel Truss Hawaii, Inc. 208/461-1234 ✧ 208/461-1183 (fax) www.alexlbr.com Harrisburg Truss Co. Elgin, IL 60123-1364 Mr. Mark Dripps 301 S. Kirkwood Dr 91-151 Malakole Road www.gemstatetruss.com Mr. Mike Henningson 1822 Barton 847/742-2000 ✧ 847/697-6521 (fax) Otterbein, IN 47970 Universal Forest Products, Inc. Carter-Lee Building Components Inc. Kapolei, HI 96707-1893 Mr. John Hubbard [email protected] Harrisburg, IL 62946-3893 www.seigles.com 765/583-3460 ✧ 765/583-3463 (fax) 100 Shoffner Dr 9028 Old State Road 67 808/682-2011 ✧ 808/682-5252 (fax) [email protected] 618/253-8787 ✧ 618/252-8516 (fax) Mr. Mark Vogelsburg Mr. Kolin L. Jones Folkston, GA 31537 Amwood Homes Mooresville, IN 46158 Mr. Steve Guynes Mr. Doug Heil [email protected] 912/496-3735 ✧ 912/496-4657 (fax) 4775 Prairie Hill Rd Southern Truss Co., Inc. 317/834-5380 ✧ 317/834-5390 (fax) [email protected] www.ufpi.com South Beloit, IL 61080-2538 5510 Hwy 13 W www.carterlee.com ✧ Mr. Billy Rippeon 608/365-8868 608/365-4542 (fax) Harrisburg, IL 62946 Mr. Steven L. Stroder [email protected] Mr. Chuck Keen 618/252-8144 ✧ 618/252-2063 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Dennis J. Murphy [email protected]

62 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 63 KA Components, Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. Plum Building Systems McCray Lumber Gossage Truss, Inc. TrimJoist Corporation Builders FirstSource Shelter Systems Limited PO Box 578 2702 N Colorado Ave 3737 Woodland Ave., Suite 100 5111 NW US 24 Hwy PO Box 1242 PO Box 8014 1 Seton Square Dr, Ste 5A 1025 Meadow Branch Rd Otterbein, IN 47970 Indianapolis, IN 46218 West Des Moines, IA 50266 Topeka, KS 66618 Russell Springs, KY 42642-1242 Lexington, KY 40533 Emmitsburg, MD 21727 Westminster, MD 21158 765/583-4491 ✧ 765/583-4845 (fax) 317/545-6870 ✧ 371/545-6871 (fax) 515/327-0698 ✧ 515/327-0718 (fax) 785/232-2828 ✧ 785/232-2614 (fax) 270/866-3784 ✧ 270/866-7220 (fax) 859/277-7078 ✧ 859/276-1380 (fax) 301/447-1703 ✧ 301/447-1707 (fax) 410/876-3900 ✧ 410/857-5754 (fax) Mr. Timothy Kerkhoff www.ufpi.com Mr. Kevin Riesberg www.mccraylumber.com Mr. Donald Gossage Mr. Robert Riggs www.buildersfirstsource.com www.sheltersystems.com [email protected] Mr. Dennis Sill [email protected] Mr. Mike Van Horn Mr. Mark Shockey Mr. Dwight Hikel Kentucky-Indiana Lumber Co., Inc. Trussway, Ltd. [email protected] [email protected] ReVosWel Lumber Parker Truss & Stuff PO Box 2289 7600 La Grange Rd. Ste. 200 Wagner Truss Manufacturing 320 35th St. 19797 County Rd 1077 Louisville, KY 40201 Pewee Valley, KY 40056 Builders FirstSource Kentucky-Indiana Lumber Co., Inc. PO Box 121 Marion, IA 52302 Parker, KS 66072 502/637-1401 ✧ 502/635-0567 (fax) 502/243-3933 ✧ 502/243-3745 (fax) 7490 New Technology Way Spencer Construction Co., Inc. / PO Box 4099 Napoleon, IN 47034 319/377-9868 ✧ 319/377-9869 (fax) 913/898-2775 ✧ 913/898-4685 (fax) www.ki-lumber.com Mr. David Konietzko Frederick, MD 21703 FABCO Evansville, IN 47724 812/852-2206 ✧ 812/852-2189 (fax) Mr. David Reed Mr. Rod Clinton Mr. Ron Mason 301/631-2282 ✧ 301/631-1619 (fax) PO Box 123 UBC Timber Roots 812/464-2428 ✧ 812/464-2903 (fax) Mr. Joe Wagner [email protected] www.buildersfirstsource.com Jarrettsville, MD 21084 Perfection Structural Components Kentucky-Indiana Lumber/ 351 United Ct Mr. Mark Hansen [email protected] Mr. Fred Schenkel 410/557-7666 ✧ 410/557-0036 (fax) Truss Plant [email protected] Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. 2821 Seward Ave. Lexington, KY 40509-0001 Mr. Don Testerman WEB Truss Company PO Box 1908 Topeka, KS 66616 PO Box 55506 859/263-5004 ✧ 859/263-5296 (fax) Builders FirstSource Madison Truss Company 79 Paul Foulke Pkwy. Des Moines, IA 50306 800/288-3966 ✧ 785/234-1009 (fax) Lexington, KY 40555 Mr. Ricky Powell 7490 New Technology Way Stock Building Supply 5426 N Olive Branch Rd Hagerstown, IN 47346 515/283-7100 ✧ 515/283-7141 (fax) Mr. Mike West 859/268-0953 ✧ 859/266-2592 (fax) Frederick, MD 201703 645 Mayo Rd. Madison, IN 47250 765/489-6261 ✧ 765/489-5380 (fax) www.robertsdybdahl.com Mr. Mike Meehan LOUISIANA 813/621-9831 ✧ 813/627-9131 (fax) Edgewater, MD 21037 812/273-5482 ✧ 812/273-6795 (fax) Perfection Structural Components 410/956-6100 Mr. Mark Wilkins Mr. Tom Lambertz Quality Truss Ms. Hillary Touchtone PO Box 7712 K-I Truss & Building Components www.carolinaholdings.com Mr. David Gosman [email protected] 139 UPS Rd Wichita, KS 67277 151 Breighton Cir Builders FirstSource Mr. Trent Godhard [email protected] IOWA ✧ Ruston, LA 71270 Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. 316/941-0142 316/941-0135 (fax) Shelbyville, KY 40065-8130 18 Industrial Dr [email protected] Precision Truss of Indiana Cascade Mfg Co 233 S. Clay Mr. Donald Busch 502/637-1401 ✧ 502/635-0528 (fax) 318/255-5959 ✧ 318/255-9332 (fax) Northeast, MD 21901 413 East Madison PO Box 220 Ottumwa, IA 52501-1750 Mr. Richard C. Hargrave Ms. Donna Terry 410/287-7797 ✧ 410/287-8197 (fax) Structural Systems, Inc. Kirklin, IN 46050 Cascade, IA 52033-0220 ✧ St. Joseph Truss Company, Inc. 201 Poplar Ave 641/682-7559 641/682-0134 (fax) Rogers Manufacturing Company www.buildersfirstsource.com ✧ 563/852-3231 ✧ 563/852-7391 (fax) 2257 169th Rd Kintec, LLC Thurmont, MD 21788 765/279-8848 765/279-8967 (fax) www.robertsdybdahl.com 801 Industrial Pkwy. Mr. Harry Plummer www.cascade-mfg-co.com Wathena, KS 66090-9722 PO Box 587 301/271-7734 ✧ 301/271-3733 (fax) Mr. Terry Dale Mr. Mike Bottorff ✧ West Monroe, LA 71291-9197 Mr. Ray J. Noonan, Jr 785/989-4496 785/989-3408 (fax) Pewee Valley, KY 40056-0587 Builders FirstSource www.ssi-midatl.com ✧ 318/396-5700 ✧ 800/736-5701 (fax) Premier Truss & Lumber Co. [email protected] Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. www.trussme.com 502/241-9456 502/241-5374 (fax) 4011 Rock Hall Rd Mr. Michael Hardman 18140 SR 331 1630 Grandview Ave Mr. Robert V. Poirier www.kintectruss.com www.rogersmfg.com Point of Rocks, MD 21777 Tippecanoe, IN 46570 Waterloo, IA 50703-2326 [email protected] Mr. Keith Kinser Mr. Larry Rogers 301/874-5151 ✧ 301/874-5389 (fax) The Paulis Company, Inc. 574/498-6516 ✧ 574/498-6389 (fax) 319/235-0391 ✧ 319/235-7623 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] www.buildersfirstsource.com 4834 Old Philadelphia Rd. Mr. Nathan Kauffmann Cascade Mfg Co — Eldridge Wheeler Lumber L.L.C. Aberdeen, MD 21001 www.robertsdybdahl.com Sentry Building Components Mr. Fred Schenkel 601 E Blackhawk Trail 1959 Old Hwy 50 NE Moser Panelized Housing, Inc. 410/272-6600 ✧ 410/272-6780 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Jim Lehman PO Box 1162 Eldridge, IA 52748 Waverly, KS 66871 2617 N Hwy 53 Cavco Homes, Inc. Mr. Sandy Paulis ✧ Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. 563/285-5825 ✧ 563/285-5831 (fax) Structural Component Systems, Inc. 785/733-2848 785/733-2850 (fax) La Grange, KY 40031 Jennings, LA 70546-1162 PO Box 75 ✧ ✧ 601 Berryman Pike www.cascade-mfg-co.com 2229 Industrial Park Rd Mr. Nick Bailey 502/222-5472 502/225-6834 (fax) 337/824-4865 337/824-4866 (fax) Cavetown, MD 21720 Universal Forest Products, Inc. ✧ Tipton, IN 46072 Mr. Marty Cavanagh Boone, IA 50036 www.aye.net/~mph www.crawfishnet.com/sentry/ 301/733-7940 301/824-3944 (fax) 1000 Tibbetts Ln ✧ ✧ 765/675-9032 765/675-2293 (fax) [email protected] 515/432-1536 515/432-1528 (fax) KENTUCKY Ms. Anna Moser Mr. Gregory N. Marcantel www.cavetown.com New Windsor, MD 21776 www.robertsdybdahl.com [email protected] 410/549-1000 ✧ 410/549-1160 (fax) Mr. Bob Creger Advanced Building Components, LLC [email protected] Mr. Charles Tolbert Mr. Erik Prock www.ufpi.com 120 Commerce Dr Southern Components, Inc. [email protected] Structural Component Systems, Inc. Piercefield Corporation, Inc. Casey Gowen Stark Truss Company, Inc. Cascade Mfg Co — Pleasantville 7012 Madison Ave. Ste F Radcliff, KY 40160 PO Box 18665 PO Box 29010 Chesapeake Building Components ✧ [email protected] 1317 N Owens St PO Box 552 Urbandale, IA 50322 270/351-3433 270/351-3490 (fax) Erlanger, KY 41018-0665 Shreveport, LA 71149 PO Box 2090 ✧ Rensselaer, IN 47978 Pleasantville, IA 50225 515/252-0302 Mr. Donald Basham 859/341-7767 ✧ 859/341-7699 (fax) 318/687-3330 318/686-5159 (fax) Easton, MD 21601-2090 ✧ MASSACHUSETTS 219/866-2772 219/866-2795 (fax) 515/848-3940 ✧ 515/848-3982 (fax) Mr. Alex Riesberg [email protected] www.piercefield.com www.socomp.com 410/822-6406 ✧ 410/822-7340 (fax) www.starktruss.com Mr. John T. Piercefield, Jr Mr. Robert L. Ward Mr. Edward Z. Basham, III Building Components Mr. Eric Bauer UBC Timber Roots Truss Plant Atlas Truss Company Mr. Craig Wagner [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] of New England, Inc. Citation Homes, Inc. 4283 Birch Ave. PO Box 425 PO Box 88 PO Box AF Hawarden, IA 51023 Irvington, KY 40146 Powell Structural Systems Chesapeake Engineered Palmer, MA 01069 ✧ Spirit Lake, IA 51360 712/552-1975 ✧ 712/552-1779 (fax) 270/828-3734 270/788-3741 (fax) 3565 Dixie Hwy Wood and Truss 413/283-8537 ✧ 413/283-8669 (fax) TK Constructors — Truss Plant 712/336-2156 ✧ 712/336-4779 (fax) Mr. Greg Collins Mr. Michael Stennett Dry Ridge, KY 41035 PO Box 1502 www.1866-Ijoists.com 2228 North Cammack St. ✧ MAINE www.citationhomes.com [email protected] Bluegrass Truss Company 859/428-9800 859/428-2333 (fax) Salisbury, MD 21802 Mr. Jim Cummings Muncie, IN 47304 Mainely Trusses, Inc. ✧ Mr. Mike Stineman PO Box 11731 www.powelltruss.com 410/548-2292 410/548-5883 (fax) 765/759-3800 ✧ 765/759-3804 (fax) PO Box 377 Component Building Systems, Inc. [email protected] Lexington, KY 40577 Mr. Ralph Mason Mr. Mark Filippelli Mr. Brad Sorrell Fairfield, ME 04937-0377 6 Foundry Village Rd 859/255-2481 ✧ 859/259-3330 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] Engineered Building Design, L.C. Wheeler Lumber L.L.C. 207/453-4911 ✧ 207/453-7652 (fax) Colrain, MA 01340 230 Hwy 1 & 92 1100 Hoak Dr Mr. Clyde R. Bartlett Mr. Mike Boulet Chopp & Co., Inc. 413/624-3469 ✧ 413/624-3460 (fax) TK Constructors, Inc. Washington, IA 52353 West Des Moines, IA 50265 [email protected] Power Truss Inc 11850 Pika Dr www.componentbuildingsystems.com Sprowl Building Components, Inc. 5141 W. Hessler Rd. ✧ 515/224-1909 ✧ 515/223-0076 (fax) PO Box 431 Waldorf, MD 20602 Ms. Laura Backman 319/653-6235 319/653-6154 (fax) PO Box 130 Muncie, IN 47304 Mr. David J. Mitchell Mr. Scott Easter Mayfield, KY 42066 301/932-5600 ✧ 301/843-4062 (fax) [email protected] ✧ ✧ Searsmont, ME 04973-0130 765/282-5500 765/759-7575 (fax) [email protected] 270/247-4180 270/247-9327 (fax) Mr. Matthew Cannon Boland, Maloney Lumber 207/342-5211 ✧ 207/342-5713 (fax) Quick Build Truss Company, Inc. Mr. Don Hamilton KANSAS 4010 Collins Lane www.powertruss.com Ms. Lynn Power Mr. George E. Sprowl, Jr Dunkirk Supply Inc. 2153 G.A.R. Hwy Truss Manufacturing Company, Inc. Central Kansas Truss Co., Inc. Louisville, KY 40245 [email protected] 2880 Dunkirk Way ✧ [email protected] Swansea, MA 02777 PO Box 418 Lumber Specialties Ltd. PO Box 257 502/584-6121 502/584-5857 (fax) Dunkirk, MD 20754 508/379-9077 ✧ 508/379-0333 (fax) Wood Structures Westfield, IN 46074 PO Box 38 Valley Center, KS 67147-0257 Mr. Richard Boland Southeast Truss, Inc. 301/855-5700 ✧ 301/855-8148 (fax) Mr. Fred L. Toppan ✧ ✧ PO Box 347 317/896-2571 317/896-3776 (fax) Dyersville, IA 52040-0038 316/755-3114 316/755-3330 (fax) 724 E Hwy 1223 www.dunkirksupply.com [email protected] Brewer’s Truss Company Biddeford, ME 04005-0347 Mr. Curt Fankhauser 563/875-2858 ✧ 563/875-2579 (fax) Mr. Jeffrey A. St. Clair Corbin, KY 40701 Mr. Mike Brown PO Box 37 207/294-5100 ✧ 207/282-2423 (fax) www.lbrspec.com 606/528-2193 ✧ 606/528-2193 (fax) [email protected] Reliable Truss & Components, Inc. Truss Systems, Inc. Idaho Timber Corp. of Kansas - Sandgap, KY 40481 www.wsitruss.com Mr. Steve A. Kennedy ✧ Mr. Steven D. Cornn 200 Welby Rd PO Box 191 Truss Division 606/965-2560 606/965-2562 (fax) Mr. Frank Paul Garrett Building Components New Bedford, MA 02745 515 Industrial Park [email protected] Boonville, IN 47601 Mr. Terry L. Brewer 1117 Broadford Rd 508/998-7877 ✧ 508/995-1724 (fax) ✧ Halstead, KS 67056 Wood Structures, Inc. (WSI Group) 812/897-3064 812/897-3069 (fax) [email protected] Stark Truss Company, Inc. Mt Lake Park, MD 21550 www.reliabletruss.com Mr. Stu Phillips 316/830-3001 ✧ 316/830-3167 (fax) Saco Industrial Park ✧ Midwest Truss Company, L.P. Builders FirstSource 120 Don Harris Rd 301/334-4080 301/334-1733 (fax) Mr. David Thomas Mr. Larry Carter Auburn, KY 42206 Saco, ME 04072 Trusses by Hobgood, Inc. 17606 212th St PO Box 157 ✧ Mr. Ted Wolf [email protected] Bloomfield, IA 52537-7214 [email protected] 270/542-4382 ✧ 270/542-7286 (fax) 207/283-9102 207/284-6153 (fax) PO Box 2776 Erlanger, KY 41018 Mr. Gerry Brucken Rigidply Rafters, Inc. 641/722-3675 ✧ 641/664-2316 (fax) ✧ www.starktruss.com Truss Engineering Corporation Evansville, IN 47728 Kaw Valley Framing 859/341-7025 859/341-7635 (fax) R.D. #2, Box 274 PO Box 51027 ✧ Mr. Titus Wagler Components, LLC Mr. John Bryant 812/867-2411 812/867-0239 (fax) Mr. Stephen Maine Oakland, MD 21550 Indian Orchard, MA 01151 PO Box 473 MARYLAND Mr. Bill Hobgood Plum Building Systems 301/334-3977 ✧ 301/334-9289 (fax) 413/543-1298 ✧ 413/543-1847 (fax) Bonner Springs, KS 66012 Caudill Truss Co. 84 Components [email protected] PO Box 30 1479 Van Thompson Rd Mr. Bernard Orendorf www.trussec.com 913/441-5870 ✧ 913/441-6160 (fax) Stock Components-La Grange 4488 Quad Counties Ct New Hampton, IA 50659-0030 Mount Sterling, KY 40353-9308 Mr. Joe Henley Universal Forest Products, Inc. ✧ www.kawvalleyframing.com 1800 Button Ln Mount Airy, MD 21771 S. Ramsco, Inc. PO Box 129 641/394-5718 641/394-4080 (fax) 859/498-4978 ✧ 859/497-0988 (fax) ✧ [email protected] Mr. Dean Taylor La Grange, KY 40031 301/829-2845 301/829-9223 (fax) 5179 Mountville Rd Granger, IN 46530 Mr. Bruce Kinney Mr. Lee Caudill [email protected] 502/222-1260 ✧ 502/222-6122 (fax) Mr. Rick Stultz Frederick, MD 21703-7849 Ultratec Inc. 574/277-7670 ✧ 574/277-0547 (fax) [email protected] ✧ Plum Building Systems Mr. Henry Combs 301/874-5660 301/874-5669 (fax) 290 Broadway St Mr. Dennis Sill Kropf Lumber Inc. Best Building Components, LLC 1805 N Main Central Kentucky Truss, LLC Mr. James H. Macrum Methuen, MA 01844 PO Box 310 Structural Component Systems PO Box 278 Osceola, IA 50213 PO Box 884 [email protected] 978/683-2400 ✧ 978/689-3554 (fax) ✧ Hesston, KS 67062 30 Kingbrook Parkway Maugansville, MD 21767-0278 641/342-6661 641/342-3706 (fax) Lexington, KY 40588 ✧ www.ultratecinc.com 620/327-4951 ✧ 620/327-4784 (fax) Simpsonville, KY 40067 301/739-4220 301/739-4222 (fax) Mr. Steve G. Baker 859/887-2053 ✧ 589/887-9409 (fax) Mr. Paul Briere http://www.kropflumber.com 502/722-2266 ✧ 502/722-2007 (fax) Mr. John E. Styer [email protected] Mr. Frank R. Reeves [email protected] Mr. Donnie Hostetler Mr. Steve Keplinger [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

64 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 65 Universal Forest Products, Inc. Maple Valley Truss Co., Inc. Trussway - Central Becker Truss, Inc. Minnesota Building Systems, Inc. Villaume Industries, Inc. MISSOURI Now Structures, Inc. PO Box 945 4287 East West Branch PO Box 27 PO Box 247 10700 West Highway 55 Suite 185 2926 Lone Oak Cir Rt 2 Box 126B BBL Buildings & Components, LTD. Belchertown, MA 01007-0945 Prudenville, MI 48651 Sparta, MI 49345 Becker, MN 55308 Plymouth, MN 55441 St Paul, MN 55121 Nevada, MO 64772 754 Semo Ln 413/323-7247 ✧ 413/323-5780 (fax) 989/389-4267 ✧ 989/389-7981 (fax) 616/887-8264 ✧ 616/887-9870 (fax) 763/261-5522 ✧ 763/262-0330 (fax) 763/546-0252 ✧ 763/546-0174 (fax) 651/454-3610 ✧ 651/454-8556 (fax) 417/667-3022 ✧ 417/667-5823 (fax) Perryville, MO 63775 www.ufpi.com www.maplevalleytruss.com Mr. Dean DeHoog Mr. Ray Roeder www.keystone-building.com www.villaume.com www.trussnow.com 573/547-8363 ✧ 573/547-1641 (fax) Mr. John Evans Mr. Richard Gurzenda [email protected] Mr. Joel R. Martin Mr. J. Nicholas Linsmayer Mr. Tom Nowak Trussway Central www.bblconst.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 3203 Brooklyn Rd Emmerich Wood Products, Inc. Wadena Timber Roots Mr. Tim D. Shepard Western Mass Truss Maverick Building Systems Jackson, MI 49203 3115 162 Ln NW P & M Truss Inc. PO Box 109 O S Holding, INC Beilsmith Brothers, Inc. PO Box 2197 8225 Goldie St 517/764-1405 ✧ 517/764-1433 (fax) Andover, MN 55304 PO Box 443 Wadena, MN 56482 2101 West Chesterfield Blvd PO Box 700 Westfield, MA 01086-2197 Walled Lake, MI 48390 Mr. Ted Garrett 763/427-4155 ✧ 763/427-8083 (fax) Isanti, MN 55040 218/631-2607 ✧ 218/631-2513 (fax) Springfield, MO 65807 St Charles, MO 63302 413/562-3861 ✧ 413/562-1681 (fax) 248/366-9410 ✧ 248/366-9413 (fax) www.emmerichwood.com 763/444-4174 ✧ 763/444-9595 (fax) Mr. Paul Eidenschink 417/865-5517 ✧ 417/865-7891 (fax) Universal Forest Products, Inc. 636/947-7277 ✧ 636/947-7784 (fax) www.westernmasstruss.net Mr. Mark R. Pearson Mr. Scott Powley Mr. Rick Patterson [email protected] www.ozarkstructures.com 2801 East Beltline NE Mr. George Beilsmith Mr. Keith B. Cressotti [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Wylie Burkhart Grand Rapids, MI 49525 [email protected] Bolin Truss & Supply Inc Michiana Truss, Inc. 616/364-6161 ✧ 616/364-5558 (fax) Engineered Building Plum Building Systems Ozark Structures 22956 Old Hwy 160 PO Box 738 www.ufpi.com Components Company One Carlson Parkway, Suite 120 Wells Truss Manufacturing Inc. 5731 W Hwy 60 Reeds Spring, MO 65737 MICHIGAN Dowagiac, MI 49047 Ms. Jennifer Meyer 146 Washington Ave S Plymouth, MN 55447 PO Box 70 Brookline Station, MO 65619 417/272-8620 ✧ 417/272-9091 (fax) A & R Truss Company, Inc. 269/782-5900 ✧ 269/782-5701 (fax) [email protected] Hopkins, MN 55343 763/258-0110 ✧ 763/258-0166 (fax) Wells, MN 56097-0070 417/865-5517 ✧ 417/865-7891 (fax) Mr. James Barnes PO Box 397 www.michianatruss.com 952/935-4902 ✧ 952/935-4901 (fax) Mr. Mike Stanton 507/553-6100 ✧ 507/553-6464 (fax) Mr. Mike Burkhart Universal Forest Products, Inc. [email protected] New Buffalo, MI 49117 Mr. Dennis Soule www.ebcotruss.com Mr. Donald Wilder 68956 US 131 Scherer Brothers Truss Division Pioneer Industries, LLC 269/469-0112 ✧ 269/469-3530 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Robert Milless [email protected] C & J Truss, Inc. White Pigeon, MI 49099 PO Box 119 PO Box 537 www.artruss.com [email protected] 6670 Mutton Hollow Michigan Wall Panel 269/483-2222 ✧ 269/483-2211 (fax) Albertville, MN 55301 Wood Assemblers, LLC Owensville, MO 65066 Mr. Donald A. Balzer Columbia, MO 65201 51537 Industrial Dr www.ufpi.com Glenbrook Lumber & Supply, Inc. 763/497-3324 ✧ 763/497-4339 (fax) PO Box 103 573/437-5131 ✧ 573/437-4106 (fax) [email protected] 573/443-2095 New Baltimore, MI 48047 Mr. Dennis Sill 5250 Glenbrook Ave www.schererbros.com Pine Island, MN 55963 Mr. Christopher J. Lenauer Mr. Harold Cunningham Advanced Truss Systems, LLC 586/716-3750 ✧ 586/716-3757 (fax) [email protected] Oakdale, MN 55128 Mr. Mike Peterman 507/356-4231 ✧ 507/356-4185 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] 6847 US 131 North Mr. William J. Martin 651/770-9071 ✧ 651/777-2417 (fax) Mr. Jay Wobig Wall-Fab Inc. Simonson Properties Co. Snow Hill Truss Kalkaska, MI 49646 www.glenbrooklumber.com [email protected] Con-tech Building Components, Inc. North American Forest PO Box 639 2455 12th St SE PO Box 116 231/258-5461 ✧ 231/258-5439 (fax) Mr. Gene Heger 366 W. 4th St. Products, Inc. Novi, MI 48376-0639 St Cloud, MN 56304 Moscow Mills, MO 63362-0116 Mr. James S. Peters [email protected] MISSISSIPPI Eureka, MO 63025 PO Drawer AC 248/380-1316 ✧ 248/380-9413 (fax) 320/252-9385 ✧ 320/252-9483 (fax) 636/462-7600 ✧ 636/462-7600 (fax) [email protected] 636/366-9100 ✧ 636/366-9030 (fax) Edwardsburg, MI 49112 Mr. David Boyce Grizzly Truss Fabricators www.simonson-lumber.com Bestbilt Systems, LLC Mr. Toney J. Mueller Mr. Rob Cody Allwood Building Components 269/663-8500 ✧ 269/663-2073 (fax) [email protected] 580 Mahnomen Dr. Mr. Kenneth Fuchs 103 Lowry Dr [email protected] [email protected] 35377 Division, 32 Mile Rd Mr. Mike Chaffee Bemidji, MN 56601 [email protected] Byhalia, MS 38611 Wendricks Truss, Inc. Stark Truss Company, Inc. Richmond, MI 48062-1301 [email protected] 218/751-1515 ✧ 218/751-1515 (fax) 662/838-2566 ✧ 662/838-3549 (fax) Elliott Construction Company PO Box 160 South Side Lumber 3284 PCR 806 586/727-2731 ✧ 586/727-5007 (fax) Mr. Michael K. Hoven www.bestbiltsys.com 21023 Parris Rd Ram Building Components Hermansville, MI 49847 PO Box 178 Perryville, MO 63775 Mr. Eric Lundquist [email protected] Mr. Rob Williams Pleasant Hill, MO 64080-8217 9500 Henry Ct 906/498-7709 ✧ 906/498-2124 (fax) Rogers, MN 55374-0178 573/547-9099 ✧ 573/547-9299 (fax) [email protected] 816/540-3709 ✧ 816/540-9111 (fax) Zeeland, MI 49464 www.wendrickstruss.com Integrity Truss, Inc. 763/428-4112 ✧ 763/428-4985 (fax) Clearspan Components, Inc. www.starktruss.com Mr. Dale K. Elliott Bear Truss Co. 616/875-8157 ✧ 616/875-8229 (fax) Mr. Kelly E. Plunger 19481 Leonard Rd. Mr. Dave Raasch PO Box 4195 Mr. Rick Weinkein PO Box 239 Mr. Jack Weaver Clearbrook, MN 56634 Meridian, MS 39304 Gateway Panel West Michigan Truss Stock Components-Cedar Structure Specialist LLC - DBA BCI St. Louis, MI 48880 218/776-2882 ✧ 218/776-2883 (fax) 601/483-3941 ✧ 601/693-7493 (fax) 3300 Panel Way Schaaf Lumber Company 404 S Maple Island Rd 19361 Tamarack St NW PO Box 935 989/681-5774 ✧ 989/681-4242 (fax) Mr. Fred Johnson www.clearspaninc.com St. Charles, MO 63301-4124 PO Box 566 Muskegon, MI 49442 Cedar, MN 55011 Rolla, MO 65402 Mr. Ken Luneack [email protected] Mr. Daniel N. Holland 636/949-9554 ✧ 636/949-9569 (fax) East Tawas, MI 48730 231/788-6330 ✧ 231/788-6238 (fax) 763/413-8222 ✧ 763/413-8236 (fax) 573/265-7094 ✧ 573/265-7096 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] www.gatewaypanel.com 989/362-4417 ✧ 989/362-8113 (fax) www.westmichigantruss.com Kylmala Truss www.carolinaholdings.com Ms. Maurie Davis Mr. Terry Turnbeaugh Bear Truss North Ms. Marjorie Schaaf Mr. Dan Bekkering 4985 Tuhkanen Dr Mr. John Finley [email protected] 11093 Johnson Rd [email protected] [email protected] Saginaw, MN 55779 [email protected] Heartland Truss, Inc. The Building Center, Inc. Mancelona, MI 49659 218/729-5719 ✧ 218/729-8389 (fax) Component Builders, Inc. PO Box 252 Skandia Truss Wolohan Lumber Company Truss Shop - Lumber Mart East Box 46 231/587-1070 ✧ 231/587-1073 (fax) Mr. Keith Kylmala PO Box 189 Plattsburg, MO 64477 9465 US 41 S 5700 US 31 South Box 232 Urich, MO 64788 Mr. Dave Bewley [email protected] Mooreville, MS 38857 816/930-3177 ✧ 816/930-2486 (fax) Skandia, MI 49885 Grawn, MI 49637 East Grand Forks, MN 56721 ✧ 660/638-4322 ✧ 660/638-4792 (fax) 662/842-7948 662/842-6307 (fax) Mr. John Fitzgerald Blink Truss Company 906/942-7171 ✧ 906/942-7150 (fax) 231/943-7000 ✧ 231/599-2390 (fax) Littfin Lumber Co. 218/773-1151 ✧ 218/773-7046 (fax) www.kctrussanddoor.com www.componentbuildersinc.com [email protected] 1379 Comstock St Ms. Liisa Niemela Mr. Peter Hartmann PO Box 666 Mr. Bob Peabody Mr. Richard Mattox Mr. Donn Shulse Marne, MI 49435 Winsted, MN 55395-0666 [email protected] Heartland Wood Products, Inc. [email protected] Standard Building Systems Wolohan Lumber Company [email protected] 616/677-3743 ✧ 616/677-1444 (fax) 320/485-3861 ✧ 952/473-1245 (fax) 121 N Interstate Dr 3147 Fruitridge Ave 1740 Midland Rd Truss Specialists, Inc. Thompson Truss Co, Inc. Mr. Mike Weed www.littfintruss.com Evergreen Lumber & Truss, Inc. Sikeston, MO 63801 Grand Rapids, MI 49544 Saginaw, MI 48603 PO Box 177 PO Box 408 Mr. Robert Mochinski 84 Central Industrial Row 573/471-0971 ✧ 573/471-9129 (fax) Century Truss Company 616/784-9963 ✧ 616/784-7083 (fax) 989/793-4532 ✧ 989/793-5066 (fax) La Crescent, MN 55947 New London, MO 63459 [email protected] Purvis, MS 39475 www.hwpi.biz of Michigan www.standardcompanies.com www.wolohan.com 507/895-8400 ✧ 507/895-6554 (fax) ✧ 573/985-3999 ✧ 573/985-3990 (fax) 601/794-8404 601/794-8405 (fax) Mr. Robert MacGillivray 7600 Kensington Ct Mr. Jason Gundy Mr. James L. Wolohan Lloyd Truss Systems Mr. Eric Aasen Mr. James H. Thompson Mr. Rick Holden [email protected] Brighton, MI 48116 [email protected] [email protected] PO Box 1118 [email protected] [email protected] 248/486-4000 ✧ 248/486-0880 (fax) Mankato, MN 56002-1118 Goldin Building Systems Corp. L & K Truss and Components Structech, a Division Wood Tech, Inc. United Building Centers Vivco Components www.centurytruss.com 507/387-4250 ✧ 507/625-4528 (fax) PO Box 2909 2808 Green St of Midway Engineering 670 76th St., S.W. 125 W 5th St, PO Box 5550 PO Box 260 Mr. Ronald P. Bergeron Mr. Eric T. Wasmund Gulfport, MS 39505-2909 Unionville, MO 63565 50253 Phillips Rd Byron Center, MI 49315 Winona, MN 55987 ✧ Maysville, MO 64469 [email protected] 228/896-7777 228/604-1550 (fax) 660/947-3688 ✧ 660/947-3605 (fax) Delta Truss Incorporated Dowagiac, MI 49047 616/455-0800 ✧ 616/455-2270 (fax) 507/452-2361 ✧ 507/457-6780 (fax) 816/449-2161 ✧ 816/449-2323 (fax) www.goldindustries.com Mr. Kenneth Walker PO Box 6007 269/782-8614 ✧ 269/782-2257 (fax) Mr. Mike Staples Manion Lumber and Truss, Inc. Mr. Doug Ossefoort Mr. John Hogan Mr. Marty Densmore [email protected] Saginaw, MI 48608-6007 Mr. Lee Franz [email protected] PO Box 67 [email protected] United Structural Components, LLC [email protected] 989/752-7141 ✧ 989/752-2445 (fax) Pillager, MN 56473 Lakeside Truss Company, Inc. Traverse Bay Truss 4141 30th Ave S Mr. Jeff Ross 218/746-3200 ✧ 218/746-3994 (fax) Phillips Building Supply PO Box 361 6265 Arnold Rd MINNESOTA Moorhead, MN 56560 MONTANA www.manionwholesale.com PO Box 3059 Crocker, MO 65452 Heart Truss & Engineering Williamsburg, MI 49690-9213 Acorn Lumber, LLC 218/236-4838 ✧ 218/236-4877 (fax) BMC West Mr. Steve Schaeffel Gulfport, MS 39505 573/736-5700 ✧ 573/736-5619 (fax) 1830 N Grand River Ave 231/267-9700 ✧ 231/267-9708 (fax) 915 Blue Gentian Rd www.usctruss.com ✧ PO Box 16270 [email protected] 228/868-2191 228/868-1165 (fax) Mr. Glen Helton Lansing, MI 48906 www.traversebaytruss.com Eagan, MN 55121 Mr. Ken Moore Missoula, MT 59808-6270 www.phillipsbuildingsupply.com [email protected] 517/372-0850 ✧ 517/372-1409 (fax) Mr. Rich Callen 651/994-0200 ✧ 651/994-0300 (fax) Marshall Truss Systems, Inc. 406/728-4750 ✧ 406/728-4296 (fax) Universal Forest Products, Inc. Mr. Gene Batia Mr. Curt Schaberg Mr. Mike Tappe 200 South 11th St McCray Lumber www.bmcwest.com Truss Technologies, Inc. PO Box 340 [email protected] [email protected] Marshall, MN 56258-0352 339 South Leonard Mr. Kevin Johnson PO Box A Acorn Lumber, LLC Minneota, MN 56264 507/537-0581 ✧ 507/537-0691 (fax) Pine Belt Truss Liberty, MO 64068 Letherer Truss, Inc. Cedar Springs, MI 49319 21600 Hamburg Ave 507/872-5195 ✧ 507/872-5185 (fax) PO Box 9 BMC West Corporation ✧ Mr. Woody Miller 816/781-4600 ✧ 816/792-3647 (fax) 851 Industrial Ct. 616/696-2300 616/696-3172 (fax) Lakeville, MN 55044 www.ufpi.com Soso, MS 39480 PO Box 5898 ✧ [email protected] Mr. Brad Bendure Clare, MI 48617 www.trusstechnologies.com 952/985-4299 952/985-5646 (fax) Mr. Tom Nomeland 601/729-4298 ✧ 601/729-4298 (fax) Helena, MT 59604 ✧ ✧ 989/386-4999 989/386-4979 (fax) Mr. James B. Defoe Mr. Craig Rudesill Mathew Hall Lumber/ [email protected] Mr. Pete Ward Mid America Truss 406/449-5553 406/449-5554 (fax) Mr. Steven C. Letherer [email protected] Component Division 9826 Big Meadows Rd www.bmcwest.com Trussman Inc. Verndale Truss, Inc. [email protected] PO Box 128 TrimJoist Corporation Jefferson City, MO 65101 Mr. Randy Hansen 79 W Howard St Automated Building Components 402 Northeast Clark Dr St Cloud, MN 56302 PO Box 2286 573/395-3400 ✧ 573/395-3410 (fax) M.R. Truss, Inc. Pontiac, MI 48342 PO Box 7 ✧ Verndale, MN 56481 Columbus, MS 39704 BMC West Corporation ✧ 320/252-1920 320/257-3586 (fax) Mr. Ferdinand A. Lehmen 8430 N Nelson Rd 248/335-3211 248/335-7607 (fax) Montrose, MN 55363 218/445-5130 ✧ 218/445-5919 (fax) 662/327-7950 ✧ 662/329-4610 (fax) 140 Industrial Ct ✧ www.mathewhall.com [email protected] Lake City, MI 49651 Mr. David Pilkinton 763/675-7376 763/675-3522 (fax) Mr. Brent Holm www.trimjoist.com Kalispell, MT 59901 ✧ Mr. Daniel Hall ✧ 231/229-4555 231/229-4872 (fax) www.trussabc.com Mr. Barry Sanford 406/756-5707 406/756-5972 (fax) Mr. Richard Lehr Mr. Jim Scheible www.bmcwest.com [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Joshua Backer

66 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 67 Kenyon Noble Truss Manufacturing Schake Construction, Inc. Silver State Components, Inc. DuBell Lumber Perfection Truss Company Rochester Lumber Company NORTH CAROLINA Glaize Components 885 Mammoth Way 20545 Sartoria Rd 1208 Wagner Ave PO Box 1449 PO Box 27427 6080 Collett Rd (Division of Glaize & Bro.) 84 Components Bozeman, MT 59718 Amherst, NE 68812 North Las Vegas, NV 89030 Medford, NJ 08055 Albuquerque, NM 87125-7427 Farmington, NY 14425 2312 Randolph Road 420 Dixon Dairy Rd. 406/586-0538 ✧ 406/586-0539 (fax) 308/826-2501 702/399-1000 ✧ 702/399-2259 (fax) 609/641-2100 ✧ 609/953-1783 (fax) 505/877-0770 ✧ 505/873-2438 (fax) 585/924-7171 ✧ 585/924-7173 (fax) Shelby, NC 28150 Kings Mountain, NC 28086 www.kenyon-noble.com Mr. Brent M. Schake Mr. Edward K. McCormick www.dubell.com Mr. James S. Stafford www.rochesterlumber.com 704/482-5774 ✧ 704/487-6944 (fax) 704/937-3210 ✧ 704/937-9358 (fax) Mr. Harlee Thompson [email protected] Mr. Doug DiMedio [email protected] Mr. Dale R. Bove www.glaize.net Sun State Components, Inc. Mr. Russ Stevens [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Dan Hood Spelts-Schultz Truss 4915 N Berg St Andrews Truss, Inc. Plum Building Systems 3522 W. 2nd St. North Las Vegas, NV 89031-2618 GE Fabricators, Inc. NEW YORK Roll Lock Truss Hickory Truss & Component Co. PO Box 1429 1202 E Railroad St Grand Island, NE 68803 702/657-1889 ✧ 702/312-1895 (fax) 269 Walnut St. Barden Homes PO Box 339 PO Box 1790 Andrews, NC 28901 Laurel, MT 59044 308/382-2953 ✧ 308/382-9223 (fax) www.sunstatenv.com Salem, NJ 08079 PO Box 310 Waddington, NY 13694 Hickory, NC 28603-1790 828/321-3105 ✧ 828/321-3265 (fax) 406/628-7800 ✧ 406/628-7823 (fax) Mr. Clark Brown Mr. Glenn McClendon 856/935-1830 ✧ 856/935-0092 (fax) Middleport, NY 14105 315/388-4442 ✧ 315/388-4219 (fax) 828/328-2055 ✧ 828/328-2425 (fax) Mr. Patrick R. Neely Mr. Mike Boswell Mr. Ron Reese 716/735-3732 ✧ 716/735-3752 (fax) Mr. Michael J. McGee www.hickorytruss.com Structural Component Systems, Inc. [email protected] [email protected] www.bardenhomes.com [email protected] Mr. Philip A. Maltba Simkins-Hallin Lumber Company 1255 Front St. Mr. Charlie Kinne Blue Ridge Building Components, Inc. PO Box 938 Fremont, NE 68025 The Truss Company, Inc. Timplex Corporation S. R. Sloan, Inc. Hope Lumber & Supply Co. [email protected] PO Box 1038 Bozeman, MT 59771 402/721-5622 ✧ 402/721-6170 (fax) 3310 Sirius Ave 1370 Rte. 23 South PO Box 560 126 Bessie Dr Dana, NC 28724 406/586-5495 ✧ 406/586-2653 (fax) www.scstruss.com Las Vegas, NV 89102 Wantage, NJ 07461 Barden Homes New Hartford, NY 13413-0560 Kings Mountain, NC 28086 828/685-0452 ✧ 253/369-5050 (fax) www.simkins-hallin.com Mr. Dave A. Christofferson 702/251-5600 ✧ 702/251-5700 (fax) 973/875-5500 ✧ 973/875-6732 (fax) PO Box 550 315/732-7855 ✧ 315/732-5315 (fax) 704/734-0787 ✧ 704/734-0788 (fax) Mr. Daniel J. Hinkle, Sr. Mr. Tom Simkins [email protected] www.ttclv.com www.timplex.com Tully, NY 13159 Mr. S. Ross Sloan www.wickes.com [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Richard Barkemeyer Mr. Douglas J. Slate 315/295-2800 ✧ 315/295-2789 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Mike Beam [email protected] [email protected] www.bardenhomes.com Builders FirstSource Trusses Inc. - DBA EBC Trusses NEVADA Saratoga Lumber Traders, Inc. Household Building Systems, Inc. Mr. Marc J. Hughston 12816 Hwy 64 E PO Box 1852 A.C. Houston Lumber Co. U.S. Components, Inc. 831 Route 67, Bldg 46 PO Box 1240 NEW HAMPSHIRE [email protected] Apex, NC 27523 Billings, MT 59103 PO Box 337410 210 Williamstown Ballston Spa, NY 12020-3648 Holly Springs, NC 27540 919/363-4956 ✧ 919/387-8565 (fax) 406/259-1814 ✧ 406/252-5199 (fax) N Las Vegas, NV 89033-0041 LaValley Building Supply, Inc. Berlin, NJ 08009 Collins Truss Systems 518/885-0194 ✧ 518/885-1041 (fax) 919/552-5933 ✧ 919/552-1827 (fax) www.buildersfirstsource.com Mr. Arthur L. Beebe 702/633-5000 ✧ 702/633-5111 (fax) PO Box 267 856/767-3153 ✧ 856/768-7796 (fax) 2742 6th Ave Mr. Randy J. Ahl Mr. William A. Rousseau Mr. Don Cernuto [email protected] www.achoustonlumber.com Newport, NH 03773 www.strober.com Troy, NY 12180-1516 [email protected] [email protected] ✧ [email protected] Mr. Michael M. Murray 603/863-1050 603/863-3964 (fax) Mr. Richard Jamieson 518/274-1300 ✧ 518/274-0404 (fax) Stock Building Supply Inc. Kent Trusses Inc. [email protected] www.lavalleys.com [email protected] www.collinslumber.com Builders FirstSource NEBRASKA 500 Duanesburg Rd. 4531 Chesapeake Dr Mr. Shawn A. Simonds Mr. Ed Collins 1135 Robeson St Advanced Building & BMC West Corporation U.S. Components, Inc. Schenectady, NY 12306 Charlotte, NC 28216 [email protected] Fayetteville, NC 28305 Components, Inc. 2587 Business Parkway 500 Summer Ave. Fabco - Tontarski, Inc. 518/355-7190 ✧ 518/630-0091 (fax) 704/399-2020 ✧ 704/399-2440 (fax) 910/485-1111 ✧ 910/485-6476 (fax) 1541 County Rd 11 Minden, NV 89423-8931 Romaro Structures, Inc. Lakewood, NJ 08701 22732 Duffy Rd Mr. Don Lucarelli www.kenttruss.com www.buildersfirstsource.com Mead, NE 68041 775/267-2255 ✧ 775/267-1735 (fax) 76 Northeastern Blvd., Unit 23B 732/363-8840 Watertown, NY 13601 Mr. Mike Fields T.C. Murphy Lumber Co., Inc. Mr. Don Clack 402/624-2044 ✧ 402/624-2062 (fax) www.bmcwest.com Nashua, NH 03062 Mr. David A. Conley 315/782-5283 ✧ 315/788-9481 (fax) [email protected] 3911 State Rt. 8 www.abcwalls.com Mr. Rick Seavy 603/598-8787 ✧ 603/598-1919 (fax) Mr. Dan Tontarski Builders FirstSource Universal Forest Products, Inc. - Wevertown, NY 12886-1801 Longleaf Truss Company Mr. Randal Johansen Mr. Vernon Ouellette [email protected] PO Box 530 BMC West Corporation #349 518/251-2424 ✧ 518/251-2427 (fax) PO Box 225 [email protected] [email protected] High Point, NC 27261 650 Innovation Dr #A 159 Jackson Rd Matthews & Fields Lumber Co. www.tcmurphy.com West End, NC 27376 336/884-5466 ✧ 336/884-5921 (fax) Christensen Lumber Co. Reno, NV 89706-0425 Steenbeke & Sons, Inc. Berlin, NJ 08009 PO Box 10 Mr. Rudd Vanvoorhis 910/673-4711 ✧ 910/673-5175 (fax) www.buildersfirstsource.com 714 South Main 775/359-7300 ✧ 775/359-7087 (fax) 112 High St 856/767-0043 ✧ 856/767-1526 (fax) Henrietta, NY 14467 [email protected] Mr. Frederick Taylor Mr. Bo Hubbard Fremont, NE 68025 Manager Boscawen, NH 03303 www.ufpi.com 585/334-5500 ✧ 585/359-2160 (fax) [email protected] Triangle Building Products Corp. 402/721-3212 ✧ 402/721-1154 (fax) 603/796-2974 ✧ 603/796-2601 (fax) Mr. William H. Darden www.matthewsandfieldslumber.com Builders FirstSource-Charlotte General Building Systems, Inc. 2599 Route 112 Orange Truss Company www.logger.com www.steenbekes.com [email protected] Mr. Scott Fields 7770 Caldwell Rd 3752 N Bruce St Medford, NY 11763-2519 PO Box 830 Mr. Dan M. Demuth Mr. David A. Denoncourt Harrisburg, NC 28075 North Las Vegas, NV 89030 Woodhaven Lumber Mid State Truss Co. Inc. 631/654-3500 ✧ 631/654-3526 (fax) Mebane, NC 27302-0807 [email protected] [email protected] 704/455-6444 ✧ 704/455-9800 (fax) 702/642-1010 ✧ 702/399-5997 (fax) 200 James St, PO Box 870 307 Joe Rd Mr. Keith A. Parker 919/563-6550 ✧ 919/563-0460 (fax) www.buildersfirstsource.com Heritage Homes of Nebraska, Inc. Mr. Ron Barrette Lakewood, NJ 08701-4103 North Pitcher, NY 13124 [email protected] Mr. Clyde O. Belangia, Jr. NEW JERSEY Mr. Toby Brundage PO Box 37 [email protected] 732/901-0030 ✧ 732/886-5088 (fax) 315/653-7354 ✧ 315/653-7750 (fax) Universal Forest Products, Inc. PFB Company Wayne, NE 68787 84 Components www.woodhavenlumber.com Mr. Jeffrey D. Smith Carpenter Contractors of America Glendale Truss Industries 11 Allen St PO Box 91175 402/375-4770 ✧ 402/375-4773 (fax) 109 N State Rt. 31 Mr. Alan Robinson [email protected] 190 Gillis Hill Rd. 6255 Range Rd Auburn, NY 13021 Raleigh, NC 27675 www.heritagehomesofne.com Pennington, NJ 08534 [email protected] Fayetteville, NC 28306 Las Vegas, NV 89115 ✧ Niagara Truss & Pallet LLC 315/253-2758 ✧ 315/253-2254 (fax) 919/847-2067 ✧ 919/676-2039 (fax) Mr. Kevin Stolzman 609/730-0305 609/730-0614 (fax) 910/875-7575 ✧ 910/875-5419 (fax) 702/632-3001 ✧ 702/632-2580 (fax) 5626 Old Saunders Settlement Rd. www.ufpi.com Mr. Paul Bartholomew [email protected] Mr. Jeff Vanderpool Mr. Jay Gulliet Mr. William P. Hall NEW MEXICO Lockport, NY 14094 Mr. Nate Peone [email protected] Midwest Truss Inc [email protected] Component Technology A.C. Houston Lumber Company 716/433-5400 ✧ 716/433-8400 (fax) [email protected] Centex - Raleigh Piedmont Components of Shelby LLC PO Box 545 328 S. 2nd St., #84 West PO Box 6330 Mr. Gary S. Clark 2301 Sugar Bush Rd, Ste 400 Imperial Laminators Universal Forest Products, Inc. PO Box 878 Sutton, NE 68979 Millville, NJ 08332 Farmington, NM 87449-6330 Raleigh, NC 27612 1200 Triumph Court ✧ Northeast Panel & Truss, LLC 13989 E Schutt Rd. Shelby, NC 28150 402/773-2180 ✧ 402/773-2181 (fax) 856/825-0300 856/825-0059 (fax) 505/327-9891 ✧ 505/327-9580 (fax) 919/760-1098 Las Vegas, NV 89117 PO Box 1927 Chaffee, NY 14030-9763 704/482-0645 ✧ 704/482-7458 (fax) Mr. Lewis Schelkopf www.cttruss.com www.achoustonlumber.com Mr. Rhett D. Garland 702/234-9825 ✧ 702/562-9520 (fax) Kingston, NY 12402 ✧ Mr. Mack Strickler [email protected] Mr. Jack Stolze Mr. Tim Worcester 716/496-5484 716/496-5490 (fax) Mr. Todd Bybee 845/339-3656 ✧ 845/339-5096 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] www.ufpi.com Comtech, Inc. [email protected] Millard Lumber DBA Engineered Mr. Bruce C. Hutchins James Truss Company Mr. Steve Slowik PO Box 40408 Lumber Systems Component Technology Champion Truss Inc. [email protected] Regal Industries, Inc. 4220 Donovan Way [email protected] Fayetteville, NC 28309 310 N 2nd Street 66 Columbia Rd PO Box 12402 ✧ PO Box 509 North Las Vegas, NV 89030 PDJ Components, Inc. 910/864-8787 910/864-4444 (fax) Lincoln, NE 68508 Somerville, NJ 08876 Albuquerque, NM 87105 Universal Forest Products, Inc. Hope Mills, NC 28348 702/642-7548 ✧ 702/642-6281 (fax) ✧ 35 Brookside Ave www.comtechfay.com ✧ 402/435-7993 ✧ 402/435-2168 (fax) 908/722-9100 908/722-3429 (fax) 505/873-8787 ✧ 505/877-8451 (fax) 11 Falls Industrial Park Rd 910/425-8162 910/423-0054 (fax) Mr. Gail D. Van Aken Chester, NY 10918 Mr. Tom Hollinshed Mr. John Hyland www.cttruss.com www.championtruss.com Hudson, NY 12534 Mr. Matthew Williams [email protected] 845/469-9191 ✧ 845/469-4611 (fax) ✧ [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Robert Goldman Mr. Gilbert Blea 518/828-2888 518/828-2891 (fax) [email protected] Mr. George Ketchum Pacific Truss & Components Inc [email protected] [email protected] www.ufpi.com CTX Builders Supply Millard Lumber, Inc. [email protected] Southeastern Materials, Inc. 5805 Emerald Ave Mr. John Daly 2100 Sterling Dr. PO Box 45445 Concord Truss Company Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. PO Box 279 Las Vegas, NV 89122 Quality Components [email protected] Albemarle, NC 28001 Omaha, NE 68145 432 S. Evergreen Ave. 522 N Telshore Blvd ✧ Albemarle, NC 28002 702/433-8268 ✧ 702/433-8278 (fax) Framing Systems, Inc. 704/983-6748 704/986-6009 (fax) ✧ 402/896-2800 ✧ 402/896-2865 (fax) Woodbury Heights, NJ 08097 Las Cruces, NM 88011 Universal Forest Products, Inc. 704/983-1144 704/983-2995 (fax) Mr. Keith Goff ✧ 44 Old Mohawk St., Building 10 Mr. William Norman www.millardlumber.com 856/845-3848 856/845-0831 (fax) 505/522-0513 ✧ 505/522-2461 (fax) 13 Winkler Rd www.smaterials.com [email protected] Whitesboro, NY 13492 Mr. Charles A. Leininger Mr. Richard Phalines www.foxgal.com Sidney, NY 13838 Eastern Building Components Mr. Chris Lambert 315/768-1167 ✧ 315/768-3056 (fax) ✧ [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Daniel Brunson 607/563-1556 607/563-1559 (fax) 200 Emmet Rd. [email protected] Reno Truss, Inc. www.QCWallPanels.com 2185 Green Vista Dr. Ste. 212 [email protected] www.ufpi.com Dunn, NC 28334 Millard Lumber, Inc. Mr. Dan Webb ✧ Stock Components -Raleigh Sparks, NV 89431 Mr. Jeffrey Page 910/892-2300 910/892-2411 (fax) P.O box 445, 11200 N 148th Foxworth-Galbraith Truss Co. [email protected] PO Box 58515 775/322-8755 ✧ 775/333-7328 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Gary Vann Waverly, NE 68462 Diamond M Lumber and Highway 180 E Raleigh, NC 27658 Mr. Michael Beebe Riverside Truss ✧ 402/786-3030 ✧ 402/786-3086 (fax) Components Silver City, NM 88061-8416 Valente Building Systems Inc. Eastern Building Components 919/850-8250 919/850-8300 (fax) PO Box 9 Mr. Broch Muhs 1883 Route 38 505/538-5355 ✧ 505/538-2521 (fax) 527 Queensbury Ave PO Box 12305 www.carolinaholdings.com Sierra Truss Company, Inc. Riparius, NY 12862 85 Industrial Parkway Southampton, NJ 08088 www.foxgal.com Queensbury, NY 12804 New Bern, NC 28561 Mr. Jimmy Brown Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. ✧ 518/494-2412 ✧ 518/494-4234 (fax) ✧ ✧ Carson City, NV 89706-7757 609/261-2701 609/261-2749 (fax) Mr. David Potter 518/798-4009 518/798-3176 (fax) 252/638-6506 252/638-3629 (fax) 1109 S. 19th St Mr. Larry Stephenson Stock Components-Henderson 775/246-1818 ✧ 775/246-1882 (fax) Mr. William M. D’Angelo Mr. John Buyaskas Mr. Dennis Harke Omaha, NE 68108-3197 Nixon Truss Co. Inc. [email protected] 604 Sugarloaf Rd. www.sierratruss.com [email protected] [email protected] 402/341-3246 ✧ 402/341-8539 (fax) PO Box 1147 EBC Wall Panel Plant Hendersonville, NC 28792 Mr. David Hamilton ✧ www.robertsdybdahl.com Portales, NM 88130 William B. 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68 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 69 Stock Components-Kernersville Universal Forest Products, Inc. 84 Components Central Ohio Building Components Prefab Building Components Stock Components-Dayton OKLAHOMA Fields Truss Company PO Box 1547 6985 Kinro Rd 8777 Ryan Rd 400 Marne Dr 1115 Enoch Dr 2124 Northwest Parkway 6784 Williams Hwy Ardmore Construction Kernersville, NC 27285 Liberty, NC 27298 Seville, OH 44273 Newark, OH 43055 Middletown, OH 45042 Dayton, OH 45426 Grants Pass, OR 97527 506 S Washington 336/993-4541 ✧ 336/993-4375 (fax) 800/476-9356 ✧ 800/476-9146 (fax) 330/769-2229 ✧ 330/769-4835 (fax) ✧ 614/763-3052 (fax) 513/424-7114 ✧ 513/424-1088 (fax) 937/837-9400 ✧ 937/837-9450 (fax) 541/862-7207 ✧ 541/862-8407 (fax) Ardmore, OK 73401 www.carolinaholdings.com www.ufpi.com Mr. Tom McCartney Mr. Bernard Hickman Mr. David Callsen Mr. Tom Steck Mr. Carl Stader, Jr. 580/223-2322 ✧ 580/223-8905 (fax) Mr. Tom Walker Mr. Mark Campbell [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 84 Components Timmerman Truss, Inc. Mr. Mark Ellis [email protected] [email protected] 1225 West Alexis Rd. Columbus Roof Trusses, Inc. Rindler Truss, LTD PO Box 277 [email protected] Lumbermen’s Building Centers Stock Components-Middlesex Universal Forest Products, Inc. Toledo, OH 43612 2525 Fisher Rd 24 Dull Rd. Ansonia, OH 45303 63153 New Anderson Rd. En-Fab Corporation PO Box 279 3621 Hawkins Ave 419/476-8400 ✧ 419/476-0138 (fax) Columbus, OH 43204 Saint Henry, OH 45883 937/337-0561 ✧ 937/337-6015 (fax) Bend, OR 97701 PO Box 727 Middlesex, NC 27557 Sanford, NC 27330-9519 Mr. Dan Jones 614/272-6464 ✧ 614/272-6469 (fax) 419/375-4095 ✧ 419/375-4457 (fax) www.timmermantruss.com 541/388-8817 ✧ 541/382-7117 (fax) Broken Arrow, OK 74013 252/235-4530 ✧ 252/235-4145 (fax) 919/775-7357 ✧ 919/774-1527 (fax) Mr. Tony Iacovetta Mr. Marvin Rindler Mr. Ken Timmerman Mr. John Hoch Amish Timber Framers Inc 918/251-9647 ✧ 918/251-9648 (fax) Mr. Chad Jordan www.ufpi.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 11627 Hametown Rd Mr. George McMillen Lumbermen’s Building Centers Mr. Ronnie Shoffner Stock Components-Monroe Doylestown, OH 44230 Contract Building Components Smokey, Inc. Trusco, Inc. [email protected] PO Box 1129 [email protected] 2980 Mason St 330/697-5110 ✧ 330/658-5690 (fax) 14540 Industrial Parkway 2646 E Lytle-Five Points 12527 Porr Rd. Clackamas, OR 97015 Higgins & Sons Roof Truss Co. Monroe, NC 28110 www.amishtimberframers.com Marysville, OH 43040 Dayton, OH 45458 Doylestown, OH 44230 503/657-8644 ✧ 503/657-4469 (fax) Route 4, Box 130 704/283-8179 ✧ 704/283-0402 (fax) NORTH DAKOTA Mr. Jeff Orr 937/644-0739 ✧ 937/644-0766 (fax) 937/885-7625 ✧ 937/885-3585 (fax) 330/658-2027 ✧ 330/658-4979 (fax) Mr. Lee Howe Tecumseh, OK 74873 www.carolinaholdings.com Advanced Truss Fabricators Inc. [email protected] www.starktruss.com Mr. Jerry Idle www.truscoinc.com 405/997-5455 ✧ 405/997-5225 (fax) Lumbermen’s Building Centers Mr. Corey Misenheimer PO Box 2282 Mr. Jeff Coulter Mr. Maurice Buchanan Automated Building Southeast Ohio Truss www.higginsandsons.com 1221 N. 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Main Ave. Mr. John Brenner [email protected] www.truscoinc.com ✧ West Fargo, ND 58078-1312 Custom Prefab Contractors 918/249-0909 918/249-9774 (fax) Klamath Falls, OR 97601-0274 Mr. Gene Lohrman ✧ The Building Center Inc. 701/281-0871 ✧ 701/281-1789 (fax) Automated Building 2086 Renwick Dr Stark Forest Products www.hopelumber.com 541/884-3144 541/882-8021 (fax) Components, Inc. [email protected] 8900 South Blvd Mr. Brad Starry Poland, OH 44514 PO Box 80808 Mr. Phil Alger www.lumbermens-building.com Charlotte, NC 28273 1565 Bairdstown Rd 330/757-3374 ✧ 330/757-7684 (fax) Canton, OH 44708 Truss-Worthy, Inc. [email protected] Mr. Gordon Dahl 704/552-8182 ✧ 704/552-8549 (fax) Farroh Roof Truss Company, Inc. North Baltimore, OH 45872 www.cpcwallpanels.com 330/478-6063 ✧ 330/478-6058 (fax) 7991 Memorial Dr [email protected] Mid-America Lumber Inc. Mr. Ed Norris PO Box 45 419/257-2831 Mr. Dennis Holisky www.starktruss.com Plain City, OH 43064 PO Box 2005 Lumbermen’s Building Centers [email protected] Minot, ND 58702-0045 Mr. Brian Synder [email protected] Mr. Timothy Harold 614/873-3458 ✧ 614/873-3203 (fax) 701/852-1717 ✧ 701/852-3144 (fax) Lawton, OK 73502 PO Box 359 Automated Building [email protected] Mr. Michael Bickley ✧ Truline Truss, Inc. Mr. Steve Farroh Dealers Lumber Company 580/353-3828 580/353-0198 (fax) Pangent, OR 97389 Components, Inc. ✧ PO Box 878 [email protected] PO Box 9131 Stark Truss Company, Inc. UBC Timber Roots www.midamericalumber.com 541/926-3955 541/926-2225 (fax) Sparta, NC 28675 2359 Grant Rd Columbus, OH 43209 PO Box 80469 PO Box 1128 Mr. Terry Smith Mr. John Johnson 336/372-2226 ✧ 336/372-8420 (fax) G.F. Truss, Inc. North Baltimore, OH 45872 614/252-2123 ✧ 614/252-5420 (fax) Canton, OH 44708 Mansfield, OH 44901 [email protected] Lumbermen’s/Truss-Span www.trulinetruss.com PO Box 5514 419/257-2152 ✧ 419/257-2779 (fax) www.dealerslumber.com 330/478-2100 ✧ 330/478-6359 (fax) 419/526-3132 ✧ 419/526-3090 (fax) Newell Wood Products 5077 Table Rock Rd. Mr. Daryl W. Blevins Grand Forks, ND 58206-5514 www.abctruss.com Mr. John R. Montgomery www.starktruss.com Mr. Paul F. Parsons PO Box 2873 Central Point, OR 97502 [email protected] 701/775-3173 ✧ 701/775-7151 (fax) Mr. Marshall B. McCarty [email protected] Mr. Stephen Yoder Universal Forest Products, Inc. Muskogee, OK 74402 541/664-1214 ✧ 541/664-4276 (fax) Mr. Stuart Johnson [email protected] [email protected] Truss Builders Inc. Fagen’s Building Centers 9237 Avon Lake Rd 918/686-8060 ✧ 918/686-7420 (fax) Mr. Mike Whitcomb 501 US Highway 17 N. Mid-States Truss Co. Buckeye Components, LLC 12005 Council Dr Stark Truss Company, Inc. Lodi, OH 44254 Mr. Ed Newell Oregon Truss Holly Ridge, NC 28445-7833 PO Box 9139 1340 State Route 14 N Jackson, OH 44451 4933 Southway St SW 330/948-4220 ✧ 330/948-1703 (fax) [email protected] 3520 N Hwy 97 910/329-3151 ✧ 910/329-1664 (fax) Fargo, ND 58106-9139 Columbiana, OH 44408-9626 330/538-2900 ✧ 330/538-2020 (fax) Canton, OH 44706 www.ufpi.com Pryor Truss Company Bend, OR 97701 Mr. Dan Ottaway 701/237-3279 ✧ 701/293-9443 (fax) 330/482-5320 ✧ 330/482-9931 (fax) www.fagens.com 330/478-2181 ✧ 330/478-1192 (fax) Mr. Bob Casal PO Box 830 541/382-6000 ✧ 541/317-9208 (fax) Mr. Wayne Briggs Mr. Robert Holmes Mr. Lee Mellott www.starktruss.com [email protected] Truss Builders Inc. Pryor, OK 74361 Mr. Gary Case [email protected] Mr. Courtney Erb 10401 Chapel Hill Rd. Builders FirstSource Halsey-Myers Wood Products, Inc. Warren County Lumber and Truss 918/825-1715 ✧ 918/825-1727 (fax) [email protected] Oregon Truss Morrisville, NC 27560 Northland Truss Systems, Inc. 1242 Reading Rd 2890 S Main St 1111 W. Main St Mr. Tony Delk PO Box 5787 919/467-9988 ✧ 919/481-3255 (fax) PO Box 133 Mason, OH 45040 Middletown, OH 45044 Lebanon, OH 45036-0827 [email protected] Salem, OR 97304-0787 www.trussbuilders.com Abercrombie, ND 58001-0133 513/398-1822 ✧ 513/398-5624 (fax) 513/423-4601 ✧ 513/423-6747 (fax) 513/932-9663 ✧ 513/932-2169 (fax) Texhoma Truss Systems 503/581-8787 ✧ 503/399-8787 (fax) Mr. Dan L. Ottaway 701/553-9160 ✧ 701/553-9161 (fax) www.buildersfirstsource.com Mr. Todd Myers Stark Truss Company, Inc. www.warrengoodwood.com PO Box 833 www.oregontruss.com [email protected] Mr. Terry Short Mr. Mark Vinson PO Box 535 Mr. Marvin Halsey Hostetler Metal & Truss Durant, OK 74702-0833 Mr. David W. Hughes [email protected] Edgerton, OH 43517 [email protected] Builders FirstSource 580/924-6798 ✧ 580/924-1299 (fax) Trussway, Ltd. 29187 New Castle Rd 419/298-3777 ✧ 419/298-2726 (fax) [email protected] 4000 Piedmont Pkwy, Ste 217 Plum Building Systems 11933 US Route 62 Walhonding, OH 43843 Wausau Homes, Inc. Mr. David Kempe www.starktruss.com Pacific Lumber & Truss High Point, NC 27265 301 E. 26th St. Winchester, OH 45697 740/427-9239 ✧ 740/427-9246 (fax) PO Box 146 [email protected] Mr. Duane Miller 5974 SW Jean Rd 336/883-6966 ✧ 336/883-6939 (fax) Williston, ND 58801 937/695-9033 ✧ 937/695-0057 (fax) Mr. Titus D. Mullet Waverly, OH 45690 [email protected] Lake Oswego, OR 97035 www.trussway.com 701/774-8147 ✧ 701/774-0316 (fax) www.buildersfirstsource.com [email protected] 740/947-2529 ✧ 740/947-3724 (fax) OREGON 503/635-7731 ✧ 503/635-5947 (fax) Ms. Nancy Boles Mr. Jim Bruha Mr. Wayne Lung Mr. Mike Price Lumbercraft Action Truss, Inc. www.paclumber.com Truss Systems, Inc. Cardinal Truss & Components, Inc. [email protected] PO Box 12794 Truswood, Inc. 5200 Winchester Pike Stark Truss Company, Inc. Mr. Bob Cairns PO Box 90035 1321 S 12th St 6868 Canal Rd Canal Winchester, OH 43110 Waynedale Truss & Panel Co. Salem, OR 97309-0794 1490 Truss Rd SW Precision Roof Trusses, Inc. Raleigh, NC 27675-0035 Bismark, ND 58504 Lockbourne, OH 43137-9224 614/833-6655 ✧ 614/833-6688 (fax) 8971 Dover Rd 503/585-4720 ✧ 503/370-9136 (fax) New Philadelphia, OH 44663 11550 SE Jennifer St 919/787-8787 ✧ 919/783-0617 (fax) 701/222-1353 ✧ 701/222-1359 (fax) 614/491-4924 ✧ 614/491-5740 (fax) Mr. Chris Kealey Apple Creek, OH 44606 Mr. Doug Enger 330/339-5000 ✧ 330/339-4006 (fax) Clackamas, OR 97015-9091 Mr. Richard L. Watts Mr. Wayne Friesz Mr. Dennis Imbrock 330/698-7373 ✧ 330/698-2295 (fax) Ohio Valley Truss Co. www.starktruss.com BJ’s 503/656-2983 ✧ 503/656-2647 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Jeremy R. Fry Carter Woodcraft Company PO Box 365 Mr. Doug Wolf 2525 Hyacinth St NE www.precisionrooftrusses.com [email protected] Universal Forest Products, Inc. W. B. Components, LLC PO Box 5194 Hillsboro, OH 45133 Salem, OR 97301 Mr. Greg Knutson PO Box 399 8826 76 St SE Kent, OH 44240-5194 937/393-3995 ✧ 937/393-3918 (fax) WEB Truss Company 503/399-1342 ✧ 503/399-1435 (fax) Quality Truss Co. Bunn, NC 27508 Edgeley, ND 58433 330/673-6100 ✧ 330/678-6134 (fax) Mr. Will G. Bohrer 250 Maple St Mr. Joe Gardidpy Stark Truss Company, Inc. PO Box 428 919/496-6143 ✧ 919/496-5751 (fax) 701/493-2046 ✧ 701/493-2945 (fax) www.carterlumber.com Plain City, OH 43064 Panel Barn Lumber, Inc. 4320 N Leavitt Rd BMC West Corporation Redmond, OR 97756 www.ufpi.com Mr. Clarence Wipf Mr. Neil Sackett 614/873-9782 ✧ 614/873-5636 (fax) PO Box 164 Warren, OH 44485 PO Box 1349 541/923-2759 ✧ 541/923-0023 (fax) Mr. Jeff Kinyo ✧ Mr. James N. Sears Wadena Timber Roots Carter Woodcraft Company Shandon, OH 45063-0164 330/847-8765 330/847-6653 (fax) Sherwood, OR 97140 Mr. Ronald E. Kinville [email protected] 636 Parkway Dr 490 Prospect St 513/738-3633 ✧ 513/738-4032 (fax) www.starktruss.com Whitewater Building Products, Inc. 503/925-8746 ✧ 503/825-4625 (fax) [email protected] Universal Forest Products, Inc. Wahpeton, ND 58075 Salem, OH 44460 Mr. David R. Schneider Mr. Robert Blyer 6255 Kilby Rd www.bmcwest.com Truss Components of Oregon, Inc. 5631 S NC Hwy 62 701/642-1466 ✧ 701/642-1477 (fax) 330/332-2223 ✧ 330/332-2367 (fax) Harrison, OH 45030 Mr. Steve Wethern Powell Structural Systems PO Box 468 Burlington, NC 27215 Mr. John Grueneich Mr. Dale Webber 513/202-9400 ✧ 513/202-1158 (fax) PO Box 810 Clearspan Truss Inc. Cornelius, OR 97113 800/476-9356 ✧ 800/476-9146 (fax) [email protected] www.wwbpi.com Carter Woodcraft Company - Delaware, OH 43015 Stark Truss Company, Inc. 955 N Main St 503/357-2118 ✧ 503/359-5242 (fax) www.ufpi.com Mr. Larry Cartmell Center 795-1 740/549-0465 ✧ 740/549-0474 (fax) 2000 Landmark Blvd Independence, OR 97351 Mr. Fred Prosser Mr. Don James OHIO [email protected] 3520 State Route 795 www.powelltruss.com Wash. CourtHouse, OH 43160 503/838-6869 ✧ 503/838-6816 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] ✧ 84 Components Millbury, OH 43447-9658 Mr. John Maley 740/335-4156 740/335-6144 (fax) Woodcraft Floor & Roof Truss, Inc. Mr. Louis Swing ✧ Universal Forest Products, Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. 50 Park Ave 419/836-1333 419/836-1150 (fax) www.starktruss.com 1076 Mink St SW Component Truss Products, Inc. PO Box 296 PO Box 788 Pataskala, OH 43062 www.carterlumber.com Mr. Jeff Coulter Pataskala, OH 43062 ✧ PO Box 4032 Woodburn, OR 97071-0296 Dallas, NC 28034 740/964-9623 740/964-9628 (fax) Mr. Ken Hiser 740/927-9015 ✧ 740/927-2461 (fax) Tualatin, OR 97062 503/226-6240 ✧ 503/981-9509 (fax) 704/922-0027 ✧ 800/476-0031 (fax) Mr. Bob Moscati Mr. Kevin Lewis 503/670-9485 ✧ 503/670-9469 (fax) www.ufpi.com www.ufpi.com [email protected] www.countrybuildings.com Mr. Pete Follett Mr. Charlie Shaffer Mr. Jonathan Oliver [email protected] [email protected]

70 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 71 PENNSYLVANIA Eckman Lumber Company, Inc. Pocono Truss, Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. Carolina Truss Systems, Inc. Dakota Craft, Inc. Component Building Systems, Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. 1280 Main Rd. RR2 Box 2086A, W Main St 3778 Oneida Valley Rd PO Box 1049 PO Box 2488 2898 Sullivan Gardens Pkwy PO Box 766 84 Components Lehighton, PA 18235-9403 Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Emlenton, PA 16373 Summerville, SC 29484 Rapid City, SD 57709-2488 Kingsport, TN 37660 Ooltewah, TN 37363 151 Trusty Truss Dr 610/377-2460 ✧ 610/377-3929 (fax) 570/421-4077 ✧ 570/424-8460 (fax) 724/867-1100 ✧ 724/867-0676 (fax) 843/875-0550 ✧ 843/871-0603 (fax) 605/341-6100 ✧ 605/348-7609 (fax) 423/349-6586 ✧ 423/349-6246 (fax) 423/238-4267 ✧ 800/476-9413 (fax) Coal Center, PA 15423 www.eckmanbc.com Mrs. Bonnie C. Beach Miller www.ufpi.com www.starktruss.com www.dakotacraft.com Mr. Stephen Kerney www.ufpi.com 724/938-6000 ✧ 724/938-6003 (fax) Mr. Jack W. Eckman [email protected] Mr. Larry Kroh Ms. Farrah Redmon Mr. Alan Thornburg [email protected] Mr. Eric Walden Mr. John Reckner [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] R & R Components, Inc. Huskey Truss & Building Supply 84 Components Fairman’s Roof Trusses Inc. 76 Bowman Rd Wood Fabricators, Inc. Load Star Dakota Craft, Inc. Wall Panel Plant PO Box 682023 Witt Building Material Co., Inc. 1019 Rte 519 1020 Craig Rd York, PA 17404-8793 938 Lancaster Pike 928 West 5th North St 11835 Quaal Road Franklin, TN 37068-2023 PO Box 51346 Eighty Four, PA 15330 Creekside, PA 15732 717/792-4641 ✧ 717/792-2678 (fax) Quarryville, PA 17566 Summerville, SC 29483 Black Hawk, SD 57718 615/791-0100 ✧ 615/791-6232 (fax) Knoxville, TN 37950-1346 724/228-8820 ✧ 724/228-1294 (fax) 724/349-6778 ✧ 724/349-5883 (fax) www.rrcomponents.com 717/284-4849 ✧ 717/284-4656 (fax) 706/356-5041 ✧ 706/356-1576 (fax) 605/787-5319 ✧ 605/787-5328 (fax) Mr. Craig Plummer 865/588-5331 ✧ 865/584-6148 (fax) Mr. Kurt Ott Mr. David A. Fairman Mr. Jason L. Groft Mr. David A. Nickle Mr. Fred Hibbett Mr. Karl S. Feiler [email protected] Mr. Rick Lanz [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Load Star, Inc. Engineered Truss Systems Kilby Truss, Inc. 84 Components Foremost Industries, Inc. Rigidply Rafters, Inc. York P-B Truss, Inc. 4905 Ingram Bypass 1400 E. Benson Rd. PO Box 5256 405 Keystone Blvd 2375 Buchanan Tr. W 701 E. Linden St. 3487 N Susquehanna Trail Effingham, SC 29541 Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Kingsport, TN 37663 TEXAS Pottstown, PA 19464 Greencastle, PA 17225 Richland, PA 17087-9720 York, PA 17402 843/676-0343 ✧ 843/676-0341 (fax) 605/334-0350 ✧ 605/335-0932 (fax) 423/239-9091 ✧ 423/477-0377 (fax) Alamo Truss & Components, Inc. 610/326-8425 ✧ 610/326-4864 (fax) 717/597-7166 ✧ 717/597-5579 (fax) 717/866-6581 ✧ 717/866-7237 (fax) 717/779-0327 ✧ 717/779-0467 (fax) Mr. Randy Wells Mr. Daryl A. Paclik Mr. Ralph Kilby 5251 Tacco Dr Mr. Alan Foster www.foremosthomes.com Mr. Timothy W. Riegel, PE www.yorkpbtruss.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] San Antonio, TX 78244 Allensville Planing Mill Inc. Mr. Ralph C. Michael Mr. Robert S. Ream 210/662-7575 ✧ 210/661-7541 (fax) S. R. Sloan, Inc. Precision Roof Truss Mayfield Truss LLC McGuffin Truss & Components, Inc. PO Box 177 [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Leroy Garcia 87 Pinedale Industrial Rd 214 E Victor Hill Rd. 18425 SD Hwy 25 PO Box 1639 Allensville, PA 17002 [email protected] H. M. Stauffer & Sons, Inc. Orwigsburg, PA 17961 Duncan, SC 29334 Willow Lake, SD 57278-5403 Morristown, TN 37816 717/483-6386 ✧ 717/483-6542 (fax) PO Box 567 570/366-8934 RHODE ISLAND 864/486-8770 ✧ 864/486-0813 (fax) 605/625-3314 ✧ 605/625-3315 (fax) 423/581-7495 ✧ 423/587-0696 (fax) All Pan, Ltd. www.apm-inc.net Leola, PA 17540-0567 Mr. Eric Gottfried Trussco Inc. www.precisionrooftruss.com Mr. Kent E. Namken Mr. Frank McGuffin 322 Riley Rd Mr. Richard Carson 717/656-2811 ✧ 717/656-4906 (fax) PO Box 839 Mr. Ronald L. Oliver [email protected] [email protected] Houston, TX 77047 [email protected] Salem Millwork & Truss, Inc. Mr. John K. Griffith North Kingstown, RI 02852 [email protected] 713/434-8343 ✧ 713/434-8270 (fax) 100 Industrial Dr. Superior Truss Systems LLC Orgain Components B.T. Truss Systems, Inc. 401/295-0669 ✧ 401/295-5760 (fax) www.allpan.com Hills Creek Truss Company Delmont, PA 15626-1013 Quality Woodtruss, Inc 111 Industrial St PO Box 969 PO Box 230 www.trussus.com Mr. Mike Giovinazzo 329 N. Williamson Rd. 724/468-5701 ✧ 724/468-8155 (fax) 7843 SC Hwy 395 Belle Fourche, SD 57717 Clarksville, TN 37041 Blandon, PA 19510 Mr. Richard Duckworth Blossburg, PA 16912-1212 Mr. Michel J. Ferris Newberry, SC 29108 605/723-1300 ✧ 605/723-1301 (fax) 931/645-3324 ✧ 931/647-4058 (fax) Allied Truss 610/944-9429 ✧ 610/944-9469 (fax) [email protected] 570/638-2164 ✧ 570/638-3441 (fax) [email protected] 803/276-1112 ✧ 803/276-1512 (fax) Mr. Merv Raisanen www.orgainbldg.com PO Box 158 Mr. William Tomeo, Jr. Mr. Joe Searfoss Mr. Tommy Buzhardt Mr. Jerry L. Robertson Bullard, TX 75757 [email protected] Shelly Enterprises, Inc. SOUTH CAROLINA Truss Pro’s Inc. [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 903/894-9394 ✧ 903/894-6272 (fax) 3110 Old State Rd PO Box 250 Babcock Lumber Company Agtruss, Inc. www.alliedtruss.com Lezzer Cash & Carry Telford, PA 18969 Razor Component Systems, Inc. Britton, SD 57430 Raney & Harrison Construction Inc. PO Box 8348 PO Box 281 Mr. Rick Kindle Scofield St 215/723-5108 ✧ 215/723-7523 (fax) PO Drawer 2050 605/448-2202 ✧ 605/448-5651 (fax) PO Box 219 Pittsburgh, PA 15218-0348 Bishopville, SC 29010 [email protected] Curwensville, PA 16833 Mr. Kenneth Slotter ✧ Ridgeland, SC 29936 www.trusspros.com Decaturville, TN 38329 800/321-6163 ✧ 412/351-1522 (fax) 803/428-2122 803/428-4022 (fax) 814/236-0220 ✧ 814/236-1666 (fax) 843/726-3387 ✧ 843/726-4508 (fax) Mr. Terry L. Fredrickson 731/852-2252 ✧ 731/852-2641 (fax) American Truss Systems, Inc. Mr. David Daugherty Stock Components-Myerstown Mr. Harrison Williams Mr. Maurice Lezzer www.razortruss.com [email protected] Mr. Hugh Raney 1502 Strawn Rd 50 W. Stoever Ave. [email protected] Berks Products Corporation [email protected] Mr. Michael P. Cahoon Houston, TX 77039-2022 Myerstown, PA 17067 UBC Timber Roots Truss Plant Raney Truss Nashville PO Box 421 Atlantic Building Components & 281/442-4584 ✧ 281/442-5664 (fax) Lezzer Truss Systems, Inc. 717/866-2167 ✧ 717/866-5333 (fax) Stark Truss Company, Inc. 1707 W. Havens 7620 US Hwy 70 S, Ste 251 Reading, PA 19603 Services, Inc. www.americantrusssystems.com PO Box 217 www.carolinaholdings.com 1650 N Old Laurens Rd Mitchell, SD 57301 Nashville, TN 37221 610/374-5131 ✧ 610/375-1469 (fax) 880 Jameson Rd. Mr. Jack Dermer Curwensville, PA 16833 Mr. Richard Edris Gray Court, SC 29645 605/996-0668 ✧ 605/995-1088 (fax) 615/673-2676 ✧ 615/352-9944 (fax) Mr. Richard B. Dodson Easley, SC 29640 [email protected] 814/236-0975 ✧ 814/236-0979 (fax) ✧ 864/409-0354 ✧ 864/409-0360 (fax) Mr. Dan Stolp www.raneytruss.com Stock Components-Paradise 864/859-9425 864/859-5219 (fax) Berks Products Corporation Mr. John Lloyd www.starktruss.com [email protected] Mr. Steve Harrison Associated Truss & Lumber Co. PO Box 369 Mr. Darryl Holloman PO Box 421. [email protected] Mr. Doug Blackburn [email protected] PO Box 851629 Paradise, PA 17562-0369 Reading, PA 19603 Atlantic Building Components & Mesquite, TX 75185-1629 Lezzer Truss Systems, Inc. 717/768-8244 ✧ 717/768-3460 (fax) TENNESSEE Rogers Manufacturing Company 610/683-7391 ✧ 610/683-3031 (fax) Services, Inc. 972/226-1973 ✧ 972/226-9253 (fax) PO Box 217 www.carolinaholdings.com 84 Components 1035 Graham Rd Mr. Dave H. Schlenker 1998 Cane Gully Rd www.associatedtruss.com Curwensville, PA 16833 Mr. Kent Sell Stock Components-Florence 136 Wheeler St. Ashland City, TN 37015 [email protected] Moncks Corner, SC 29461 Mr. David Gerhauser 717/268-8900 ✧ 717/268-8902 (fax) 843/565-3999 ✧ 843/565-3193 (fax) 4190 Alligator Rd LaVergne, TN 37086 615/792-8722 ✧ 615/792-4944 (fax) Sturdy Built Manufacturing Inc. [email protected] Builders Support & Supply Inc Mr Ed Gray www.atlanticbcs.com Timmonsville, SC 29161 615/287-0184 ✧ 615/287-0189 (fax) www.rogersmfg.com PO Box 187 3407 W 14th St Mr. James Broach, Jr, PE 843/346-5977 Mr. Jon Uldrich Ms. Tracie Mayberry Bayou City Truss Inc. Loc Inc. East Freedom, PA 16637 Erie, PA 16505-5247 Mr. Larry Hoffman 12928A Willow Chase Dr #304 2727 W 18th St 814/696-7911 ✧ 814/696-7916 (fax) Anderson Truss Company Stewart Truss LLC 814/454-9663 ✧ 814/838-6050 (fax) Boozer Lumber Company Houston, TX 77070 Erie, PA 16505 www.sturdybuilt.com Universal Forest Products, Inc. PO Box 33 PO Box 518 www.builderssupport.com PO Box 90679 281/808-9448 ✧ 281/442-2466 (fax) 814/833-7734 ✧ 814/833-6765 (fax) Mr. Christopher Patete PO Box 2039 Alcoa, TN 37701 Dickson, TN 37056 Mr. Sam Gyuratz Columbia, SC 29290-1679 Mr. Greg Dermer www.locinc1.com [email protected] ✧ Conway, SC 29526 865/983-9485 ✧ 865/983-3328 (fax) 615/799-8787 ✧ 615/799-7932 (fax) [email protected] 803/776-1326 803/783-3433 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Matthew F. Lazenby www.boozer.net 843/248-0123 ✧ 843/248-5372 (fax) Mr. John Prospero www.stewartlumber.com/stewart_truss.html Toll Integrated Systems, Inc. Carter Woodcraft Center - Mr. Robert S. Jones www.ufpi.com [email protected] Mr. William T. Stewart Bison Building Materials - Center 18-1 Montgomery Truss & Panel, Inc. 449 S. Pennsylvania Ave. Mr. Kelvin Causey Truss Division [email protected] Appalachian Components Co., Inc. [email protected] 1567 Smith Township State Road PO Box 866 Morrisville, PA 19067-1297 441 Railroad St ✧ [email protected] 4334 Roan Creek Rd Atlasburg, PA 15004 Grove City, PA 16127 215/736-0111 215/736-9773 (fax) Builders FirstSource The CS Truss Company, Inc. Maxwell, TX 78656 ✧ Universal Forest Products, Inc. Mountain City, TN 37683 724/947-2281 ✧ 724/947-4540 (fax) 724/458-7500 724/458-0765 (fax) Mr. Manfred Marotta 151 Dewberry Rd PO Box 466 512/357-2773 ✧ 512/357-2974 (fax) www.montgomerytrus.com Cowpens, SC 29330 PO Box 528 423/727-8280 ✧ 423/727-5296 (fax) Sweetwater, TN 37874-0466 www.carterlumber.com Triple D Truss, LLC Mr. Tim Brown Mr. Chuck Montgomery, IV 864/463-1631 ✧ 864/463-9035 (fax) Santee, SC 29142 Mr. Todd Poole 423/337-7270 ✧ 423/337-7270 (fax) Mr. Robert Spencer 78 W Dunkle Rd [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Randall S. Thomason 803/854-3277 ✧ 803/854-3708 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Chris A. Seiler Cussewago Truss LLC Mill Hall, PA 17751 www.ufpi.com BMC West Corporation ✧ [email protected] Automated Building Systems, Inc. [email protected] 23416 Middle Rd Northeast Building Components 570/726-3328 570/726-3442 (fax) PO Box 1599 Mr. Joe Daves PO Box 537 Cambridge Springs, PA 16403 655 Amalia La Ms. Miriam Esh Builders FirstSource [email protected] Tindell’s, Inc. Abeline, TX 79605 Southampton, PA 18966 801 S Washington Ave Johnson City, TN 37605 2612 Byington-Solway ✧ 814/763-3229 ✧ 814/763-6709 (fax) Trusco, Inc. 915/692-8450 915/695-9957 (fax) 215/364-6010 ✧ 215/364-1603 (fax) Greenville, SC 29611 423/926-2158 ✧ 423/926-4891 (fax) Knoxville, TN 37921 Mr. John J. Otto 182 Painter Rd SOUTH DAKOTA www.bmcwest.com Mr. Scott Fletcher 864/269-8110 www.automatedbuildingsystems.net 865/691-6505 ✧ 865/691-5658 (fax) Smithton, PA 15479 Mr. Mark White Custom Truss, Inc. Mr. Dustin Stouffer Component Manufacturing Co. Mr. Jerold R. Howard www.tindells.com Northeast Building Systems 724/872-4120 ✧ 724/872-4140 (fax) 40 Conneaut Lake Rd PO Box 84808 [email protected] Mr. Steve Batchelor BMC West Corporation Greenville, PA 16125 PO Box 536 www.truscoinc.com Builders FirstSource Sioux Falls, SD 57118-4808 PO Box 9008 B & S Building Supply, Inc. [email protected] 724/588-9720 ✧ 724/588-9725 (fax) Pottstown, PA 19464 Mr. Keith L. Dewing 357 Worthington Cir. 605/339-3647 ✧ 605/339-2651 (fax) Austin, TX 78757 ✧ 367 Hwy 25-32 Mr. Don Patterson 610/326-3050 610/326-1844 (fax) [email protected] Myrtle Beach, SC 29588 www.reavesbuildings.com Tri-State Truss Company, Inc. 512/465-4200 ✧ 512/465-4222 (fax) White Pine, TN 37890 Mr. Jory Schwoyer 843/626-2990 ✧ 843/626-2790 (fax) Mr. Tom J. Reaves PO Box 3810 www.bmcwest.com Truss Tech, Inc. 865/674-0039 ✧ 865/674-0099 (fax) D L Truss L.L.C. www.buildersfirstsource.com [email protected] Cleveland, TN 37320 Mr. Jeff Seltz Pioneer Pole Buildings, Inc. PO Box Q Mr. Michael Phagan ✧ 155 Jalyn Dr Mr. Danny Nicoulin 423/472-3389 423/476-9198 (fax) [email protected] 716 S Rt. 183 Mifflintown, PA 17058 D & D Truss Company [email protected] New Holland, PA 17557 ✧ Mr. Mike Ellis 717/355-9813 ✧ 717/355-2018 (fax) Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 717/436-9778 717/436-9008 (fax) Builders FirstSource - Shaw, Inc. 1240 Industry Road, Sturgis Industrial Park BMC West Corporation ✧ Builders FirstSource [email protected] Mr. Daniel Lapp 888/448-2505 570/739-1449 (fax) www.trusstech.ws PO Box 1546 Sturgis, SD 57785 425 Airline Dr Ste 200 PO Box 860 www.pioneerpolebuildings.com Mr. Jeffery E. Whitesel Sumter, SC 29151-1546 605/347-4377 ✧ 605/347-6134 (fax) Universal Forest Products, Inc. Coppell, TX 75019 Piney Flats, TN 37686 Mr. Bob Greene [email protected] 803/778-1921 ✧ 803/773-4731 (fax) Mr. David A. Huggins 317 Harbour View Dr 972/304-1229 ✧ 972/304-1209 (fax) [email protected] www.buildersfirstsource.com 423/538-8102 ✧ 423/538-5625 (fax) Johnson City, TN 37615 U.S. Components, Inc. www.bmcwest.com Mr. Gifford M. Shaw www.buildersfirstsource.com 423/282-2397 ✧ 423/282-2391 (fax) PO Box 1119 Mr. Danny McQuary Mr. Lester Bennett Mr. Mike Farmer Morrisville, PA 19067 215/295-8074 ✧ 215/295-8892 (fax) Mr. Greg Presley

72 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 73 BMC West Corporation Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Co. North Texas Truss Titan Truss Co UTAH American Standard Building Jones Building Systems Truss Tech Inc. PO Box 971010 7150 Industrial Ave 705 E 4th St 1908 FM 362 Systems, Inc. Accomack Industrial Park, 18541 Parkway Automated Structures Inc. and Sales Inc. El Paso, TX 79997-1010 El Paso, TX 79915 Littlefield, TX 79339 Brookshire, TX 77423 PO Box 4908 Melfa, VA 23410 1678 S. 1900 W 2141 James Hagood Hwy 915/598-5421 ✧ 915/594-3324 (fax) 915/778-9751 ✧ 915/778-9758 (fax) 806/385-5533 ✧ 806/385-5556 (fax) 281/375-7400 ✧ 281/934-2800 (fax) Martinsville, VA 24115 757/787-3014 ✧ 757/787-1161 (fax) Ogden, UT 84404 Halifax, VA 24558 www.bmcwest.com www.foxgal.com www.northtexastruss.com Ming Zhu 276/638-3991 ✧ 276/632-0748 (fax) ✧ Mr. Thomas J. Hill 801/732-9300 ✧ 801/732-2112 (fax) 434/572-1379 434/572-1358 (fax) Mr. Roy Gardner Mr. Joe Ortiz Mr. Travis Nolte www.asbsystems.com Mr. Ronnie Jones TrussMate, Inc. Mr. Mark T. Watts Trussway, Ltd. - Eastern Division [email protected] Mr. James A. Lester [email protected] BMC West Corporation Home Lumber 12901 W State Hwy 29 11540 Shannon Dr BMC West Corporation [email protected] 7065 County Rd 712 PO Box 80 Panel Truss Texas, Inc. Liberty Hill, TX 78642 Fredericksburg, VA 22408 117 South 1600 West Massaponax Building Components Frisco, TX 75034-2083 Thompsons, TX 77481 PO Box 817 512/515-5970 ✧ 512/515-5974 (fax) American Truss and Panel 540/898-3477 ✧ 540/898-3885 (fax) Orem, UT 84058 8737 Jefferson Davis Hwy. 972/335-4646 ✧ 972/335-4422 (fax) 281/238-1100 ✧ 281/238-1006 (fax) Henderson, TX 75653 www.trussmate.com Company, LLC. Mr. Darren Hedrick 801/224-0541 ✧ 801/224-3676 (fax) Fredericksburg, VA 22407 www.bmcwest.com www.lbmlp.com 903/657-7000 ✧ 903/657-7474 (fax) Mr. Steve Nguyen 1175 Willow Run Dr 540/898-0013 ✧ 540/898-6156 (fax) www.bmcwest.com Truswood, Inc. Mr. John Paterson Mr. Steve Harms www.paneltruss.com Abingdon, VA 24210 Mr. Daniel Chinault, Sr. Trussway, Ltd. Mr. Trent Sessions 501 Truswood Ln. [email protected] Mr. Donnie Powers 276/676-0066 ✧ 276/676-0034 (fax) [email protected] BMC West Truss & Components 1001 Cypress Creek Rd., Ste. 406 Newport News, VA 23608-8637 [email protected] BMC West Corporation - Ms. Frances M. Wall 3620 FM 482 Hope Lumber & Supply Co. Cedar Park, TX 78613 Oregon Truss Co., Inc. 757/833-5300 ✧ 757/833-5400 (fax) ✧ Salt Lake Truss [email protected] New Braunfels, TX 78132 2101 Brand Dr Pro-Tech Manufacturing, Inc. 512/244-0573 512/244-7363 (fax) PO Box 520 PO Box 87 Mr. Brian O’Connor ✧ Berry Truss & Component Shop, Inc. 830/625-3417 830/625-6891 (fax) McAllen, TX 78503 9993 Doerr Ln Mr. Mike Dozier West Jordan, UT 84084-0520 Bristol, VA 24203 [email protected] www.bmcwest.com 956/682-0665 ✧ 956/682-0663 (fax) Schertz, TX 78154-9401 PO Box 350 276/466-8787 ✧ 276/466-8686 (fax) Trussway, Ltd. - Southwest Division 801/565-3500 ✧ 801/565-3570 (fax) Truswood, Inc. Mr. Michael Gonzales Mr. Jaycent Reimnitz 210/651-5888 ✧ 210/651-6709 (fax) Chilhowie, VA 24319 Mr. Chad Roegner PO Box 111577 www.bmcwest.com 813 Hillcrest Rd. [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Clyde B. Culpepper 276/646-5333 ✧ 276/646-3464 (fax) Houston, TX 77093-1577 Mr. Mike Olms Proffitt Lumber Company, Inc. South Hill, VA 23970 ✧ www.berryhomecenter.com Builders FirstSource Hope Lumber & Supply Co. R. E. Sweeney Company, Inc. 713/691-6900 713/691-2064 (fax) Burton Lumber and Hardware Co. Mr. Tom Bishop 1118 W Danville St 804/447-6565 2001 Bryan St, Ste 1600 PO Box 249 PO Box 1921 www.trussway.com PO Box 27206 South Hill, VA 23970-3502 Mr. Brian O’Connor Better Living Components, Inc. ✧ Dallas, TX 75201-3017 Prosper, TX 75078 Fort Worth, TX 76101 Mr. Greg Frey Salt Lake City, UT 84127-0206 434/447-7191 434/447-8787 (fax) ✧ ✧ ✧ PO Box 7723 Universal Forest Products, Inc. 214/880-3500 214/880-3599 (fax) 972/346-3431 972/346-3535 (fax) 817/834-7191 817/831-8914 (fax) 801/952-3800 ✧ 801/952-3801 (fax) Mr. Garth Proffitt Trussway, Ltd. - Western Division Charlottesville, VA 22906-7723 3812 Cook Blvd www.buildersfirstsource.com www.hopelumber.com Mr. Don Degroot www.burtonlumber.com PO Box 125 434/978-1666 ✧ 434/978-7146 (fax) Riverside Roof Truss, Inc. Chesapeake, VA 23323 Mr. John D. Roach Mr. Randy Servage [email protected] Ms. Debbie Israelson ✧ Hurst, TX 76053 Mr. James D. Smith 733 River Park Dr. 757/485-3190 757/485-2590 (fax) ✧ [email protected] Builders FirstSource Hope Lumber & Supply Co. - Rio Truss, L.P. 817/589-1467 817/589-1741 (fax) [email protected] Danville, VA 24540 www.ufpi.com Austin Truss Store #24 ✧ 902 N Mill St PO Box 2163 Mr. Buster Dorman Dixie Component Systems, Inc. 434/793-0217 434/799-8767 (fax) Mr. Dave Robertson Lewisville, TX 75067 PO BOX 857 McAllen, TX 78505 Blue Ridge Truss & Supply, Inc. www.riversiderooftruss.com [email protected] Universal Forest Products, Inc. 353 N. 3050 E. 972/221-7632 ✧ 972/221-0038 (fax) Jarrell, TX 76537 956/682-9822 ✧ 956/686-2367 (fax) PO Box 66 Mr. C. Keith Walden 1801 Timberlake Dr Saint George, UT 84790 Universal Forest Products, Inc. www.buildersfirstsource.com 512/746-2540 ✧ 512/746-2590 (fax) Mr. Brent Thornton Woodstock, VA 22664 [email protected] Arlington, TX 76010 435/628-3649 ✧ 435/674-9815 (fax) PO Box 269 Mr. Lee Beusse 540/459-1787 ✧ 540/459-1788 (fax) Mr. Victor Rojas [email protected] ✧ Mr. John Wuehler 817/640-7117 817/608-0517 (fax) www.blueridgetruss.com Roper Brothers Lumber Fishersville, VA 22939 Johnson Components, Inc. ✧ CTX Builders Supply Rushin Truss Company www.ufpi.com Solid Truss Mr. Bill Wevers, Jr. Company/Component Div 540/943-2737 540/949-4197 (fax) 5345 E Houston St PO Box 1679 1010 Squire Dr Mr. Paul G. Johnson, P.E. 1255 West 2550 South 215 Harpersville Road www.ufpi.com San Antonio, TX 78220 Builders FirstSource - Buda, TX 78610 Wylie, TX 75098-5201 [email protected] Ogden, UT 84401 Newport News, VA 23601 Mr. Michael Sours 512/295-2401 ✧ 512/295-2287 (fax) 210/310-0023 ✧ 210/310-0025 (fax) 972/442-3544 ✧ 972/442-4010 (fax) Culpepper Truss 757/595-4920 ✧ 757/595-9572 (fax) [email protected] Universal Forest Products, Inc. 801/334-0663 ✧ 801/334-0664 (fax) Mr. Joe Flores Mr. Thomas R. Pavlich Mr. Kevin St. John 13234 Airpark Dr www.roperlumber.com 12185 Crownpoint Dr Mr. David Berry Universal Forest Products, Inc. [email protected] [email protected] Elkwood, VA 22718 Mr. Jason Riffe CTX Builders Supply San Antonio, TX 78233 [email protected] PO Box 504 540/727-8801 ✧ 540/829-2507 (fax) [email protected] Lampasas Building ✧ 2800 Surveyor Blvd, Bldg 3 San Antonio Truss Co, Inc. 210/655-6053 210/655-4248 (fax) Stock Components-Lindon www.buildersfirstsource.com Pearisburg, VA 24134-0504 Components of Texas ✧ Carrollton, TX 75006 1010 Culebra Rd www.ufpi.com 101 S Geneva Rd Mr. Fred Schenkel Ruffin & Payne Incorporated 540/921-1286 540/921-2665 (fax) ✧ PO 668 972/245-8531 972/245-8534 (fax) San Antonio, TX 78201 Mr. Eric James Lindon, UT 84042 PO Box 27286 www.ufpi.com Lampasas, TX 76550 ✧ Central Valley Truss, Inc. Mr. Mike Stucky 210/736-9629 210/736-9630 (fax) [email protected] 801/785-0255 ✧ 801/785-0252 (fax) Richmond, VA 23261 Mr. Scott Weeks [email protected] 512/556-2180 ✧ 512/556-2956 (fax) www.satruss.com 12044 Brocks Gap Rd. 804/329-2691 ✧ 804/321-4940 (fax) [email protected] Universal Forest Products, Inc. - Mr. Steven Richins Mr. Dan Claussen Mr. Felix Guerra, III Fulks Run, VA 22830-2217 Mr. John Barnett #271 Custom Homeworks, Ltd. [email protected] Stock Components-Ogden 540/896-3803 ✧ 540/896-1037 (fax) Virginia Trusses Inc. [email protected] 1400 Goforth Rd 9933 Harwin Dr 290 W Harris St Mr. Charles M. Peery, Jr. Skyline Building Systems - PO Box 46 Lone Star Truss, LLC Kyle, TX 78640 Division of Valley Blox Houston, TX 77036 Scholl Forest Industries, Inc. Ogden, UT 84401 Yorktown, VA 23690-0046 ✧ PO Box 1538 512/262-5000 ✧ 512/262-2065 (fax) Chesapeake Structural Systems, Inc. 2025 Beery Rd. ✧ 713/532-8115 713/532-8116 (fax) PO Box 41558 801/621-0700 ✧ 801/621-0699 (fax) 757/253-8787 757/253-2519 (fax) Mabank, TX 75147 www.ufpi.com 2401 Roxbury Rd Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Mr. Jimmy Cai Houston, TX 77241-1588 Mr. Ron Kallas Mr. Donald E. Wiggins [email protected] 903/887-3196 ✧ 903/887-2239 (fax) 713/329-5300 ✧ 713/329-5303 (fax) Mr. Jim Hill Charles City, VA 23030 540/434-9497 ✧ 540/434-0845 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Scott Van Der Vliet www.schollforest.com [email protected] Stock Components-Salt Lake City 804/966-8340 ✧ 804/966-8345 (fax) www.skylinetruss.com El Paso Truss Inc. Wausau Homes, Inc. Mr. Ward Scholl 1580 W 3860 South Mr. Richard E. Dyson Mr. John McKinney Loredo Truss Company, Inc. Universal Forest Products, Inc. - 9931 Railroad Dr Salt Lake City, UT 84119 [email protected] 854 Glazier St PO Box 140006 [email protected] #272 Stock Building Supply, Inc. El Paso, TX 79924 801/973-7020 ✧ 801/977-0620 (fax) South Hill, VA 23970 ✧ Austin, TX 78714-0006 18602 Katy Freeway First Colony Homes Inc. 716 Ripplebrook Dr ✧ 915/751-0025 915/751-0609 (fax) Stark Truss Company, Inc. Mr. Ron Kallas 434/955-2040 434/955-7444 (fax) Mr. Luis Mendiola 512/926-9518 ✧ 512/928-1602 (fax) 407 W 6th St Houston, TX 77094 PO Box 224 Culpeper, VA 22701 Mr. Chris Buzzell [email protected] www.loredotruss.com Hearne, TX 77859 281/829-5716 ✧ 281/829-5731 (fax) Stock Components-St. George Calverton, VA 20138 540/825-3924 [email protected] Mr. Sonny Loredo 979/477-6676 www.ufpi.com 269 N. 3050 East 540/788-4222 ✧ 540/788-1204 (fax) Mr. Saul Roberts Empire Truss & Building [email protected] www.starktruss.com Mr. Joel D. James St George, UT 84790 Mr. Mark Rohrbaugh Components Stock Components-Culpepper WASHINGTON [email protected] 435/652-0708 ✧ 435/652-0709 (fax) [email protected] 8180 State Hwy 75 S M.G. Building Materials Mr. Tim Willett 651 Maddox Dr Armstrong Lumber Co. Inc. Mr. Johnny Wooley Huntsville, TX 77340 Truss Division [email protected] Universal Forest Products, Inc. - Glaize & Brother Culpeper, VA 22707 2709 Auburn Way N. 936/295-0189 ✧ 936/295-0192 (fax) 9405 Highway 81 South Stark Truss Company, Inc. #350 UBC Timber Roots 345 Golden Eagle Dr 540/825-3924 ✧ 540/825-6810 (fax) Auburn, WA 98002-2418 Mr. Casey Collum San Antonio, TX 78211 200 Cody Ln 10851 Miller Rd 800 S. Chestnut St. LaCrosse, VA 23950 www.carolinaholdings.com 253/833-6666 ✧ 253/833-5878 (fax) [email protected] 210/798-0650 ✧ 210/798-0655 (fax) Sherman, TX 75090 Dallas, TX 75238 Salt Lake City, UT 84104 434/757-1234 ✧ 434/757-1235 (fax) Mr. Chris D. Hawkins www.armstrong-homes.com Mr. Tag Simler, PE 903/893-5329 ✧ 903/892-6754 (fax) 972/880-3099 801/443-4400 ✧ 801/433-4405 (fax) www.glaize.net Mr. Chuck Walker First Truss & Lumber Timber Truss Housing Systems, Inc [email protected] www.starktruss.com www.ufpi.com Mr. Mark D. Statham Mr. Steve Amos [email protected] 2202 E Scyene Rd Mr. Lester Raborn 1540 Airport Rd Ste. 210 M.G. Building Materials, Inc. Mr. Rich Ackley Glaize Components BMC West Corporation Mesquite, TX 75181-1022 [email protected] West Truss Inc. Charlottesville, VA 22911 469/916-3177 ✧ 972/733-4749 (fax) 9501 Hwy 81 South Stock Components-Austin 5776 W Axel Park Rd 296 Arbor Ct 804/978-7964 3200 35th Ave NE www.colemanhomesdfw.com San Antonio, TX 78211 4501 Burleson Rd Zarsky Lumber West Jordan, UT 84088 Winchester, VA 22602 Mr. Dwayne Payton Everett, WA 98205-3212 Mr. Art Whitlock 210/623-4770 ✧ 210/623-4602 (fax) 604 E Rio Grande St 801/280-3212 ✧ 801/280-3216 (fax) 540/665-0078 ✧ 540/667-7147 (fax) 425/303-0661 ✧ 425/303-9825 (fax) Austin, TX 78744 Timber Truss Housing Systems, Inc. [email protected] Mr. Larry E. Grothues 512/444-3172 ✧ 512/444-0101 (fax) Victoria, TX 77901-6035 Mr. Craig P. Crosby www.glaize.net www.bmcwest.com 361/573-2479 ✧ 361/573-4807 (fax) Mr. Shep Campbell PO Box 996 Mr. Todd Grogan Mid-Valley Truss & Door Co. www.calcasieu.com [email protected] Fort Worth Lumber Company www.zarsky.com [email protected] Salem, VA 24153-0996 5820 Millennium Drive Mr. Roman Moreno ✧ BMC West Corporation PO Box 969 Mr. Dan Coleman VIRGINIA 540/387-0273 540/389-0849 (fax) Fort Worth, TX 76101-0968 Harlingen, TX 78550 Textruss Component Building, Inc. Hanover Fabricators www.timbertruss.com PO Box 7015 817/293-5211 ✧ 817/293-3487 (fax) 956/428-7090 ✧ 956/423-4439 (fax) PO Box 9735 Zarsky Lumber Co., Inc. Allied Systems/Annandale Millwork 11130 Leadbetter Rd. Mr. Al James Issaquah, WA 98027 www.fortworthlumber.com Mr. Frank B. Klinger Austin, TX 78766 PO Box 248 Corporation Ashland, VA 23005 [email protected] 425/391-8000 ✧ 425/391-2072 (fax) Mr. Gerald Babbitt [email protected] 512/836-4830 ✧ 512/836-0019 (fax) McAllen, TX 78505-0248 119 Arbor Ct 804/798-6036 ✧ 804/798-3042 (fax) Mr. Loren Pawloski 956/630-4275 ✧ 956/928-0653 (fax) Winchester, VA 22604 www.hanoverfabricators.com Toll Integrated Systems, Inc. N. B. Roof and Floor Trusses Mr. Ben Doyle BMC West Corporation Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Co. www.zarsky.com 540/665-9600 ✧ 540/665-9679 (fax) Mr. L. Shaw Blackmon 510 Davis St 4214 East U.S. Hwy 84 [email protected] 9721 40th Ave SW 17111 Waterview Parkway Mr. Phillip D. Steffy Mr. Robert Frogale [email protected] Emporia, VA 23847 Gatesville, TX 76528 ✧ Tacoma, WA 98499-4395 Dallas, TX 75252-8094 Timber Tech Texas, Inc. [email protected] 434/634-8888 434/348-2678 (fax) 972/437-6100 ✧ 972/454-4251 (fax) 254/865-7556 ✧ 254/865-8859 (fax) PO Box 989 Homestead Building Systems, Inc. www.tollbrothers.com 253/582-1444 ✧ 253/588-4535 (fax) www.foxgal.com Mr. Joe Nolte Cibolo, TX 78108 8220 Birch St Mr. Christopher A. Johnson www.bmcwest.com Mr. Walter Foxworth 210/658-7057 ✧ 210/658-8970 (fax) Manassas, VA 20111 [email protected] Mr. Jim Gallagher www.timbertechtexas.com 703/331-5600 ✧ 703/331-5601 (fax) Mr. Gary L. Weaver Mr. Dave Baird [email protected]

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Fluaitt 304/462-8660 ✧ 304/462-8590 (fax) www.blenkerco.com www.selecttrusses.com www.wausauhomes.com www.canatruss.ca www.locketruss.com [email protected] www.babcocklumber.com Mr. Jason Blenker Mr. Daniel Pogreba Mr. Frank Opatik Mr. Luc Grenier Mr. Gary Lalonde Evergreen Truss & Supply Mr. Kevin D. Nichols [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] PO Box 1283 Tacoma Truss Systems, Inc. [email protected] Deer Park, WA 99006 20617 Mountain Hwy. E Brunsell Lumber & Millwork Stock Components-Delavan Windsor Building Systems CDN Frame Works Mitsui Home Canada, Inc. 509/276-5088 ✧ 509/276-5080 (fax) Spanaway, WA 98387 Blattner Truss, Inc. 1204 E Lincoln St 1849 Hobbs Dr 301 S Stoughton Rd Building Systems Inc. 19707 94A Avenue www.e-truss.net 253/847-2204 ✧ 253/847-2207 (fax) #1 Industrial Park Rd Mt Horeb, WI 53572 Delavan, WI 53115 Madison, WI 53714 Box 399 Langley, BC V1M 2R1 Mr. Mike Culp Mr. Michael L. Hart, Jr. McMechen, WV 26040 608/437-7183 ✧ 608/437-7475 (fax) 262/728-0110 ✧ 262/728-7727 (fax) 608/241-2185 ✧ 608/241-5229 (fax) Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N5 604/882-8415 ✧ 604/882-8413 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] 304/233-4238 ✧ 304/233-4284 (fax) www.brunselllumber.com Mr. Tom Therkelsen www.windsorhomesinc.com 250/832-1503 ✧ 250/832-1504 (fax) Mr. Michael Hasel Mr. Louis S. Blattner Mr. Joseph Michels, P.E. [email protected] Mr. Virgil Waugh www.cdnframeworks.com [email protected] Evergreen Truss Company, Inc. Tectonix [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Marvin Skjerpen 6302 NE 127th Ave 1850-93rd Ave SW Code Plus Components Stock Components-Green Bay [email protected] Modulex Inc. Vancouver, WA 98682-5819 Olympia, WA 98512 200 Lynnhaven Dr 1745 Moraine Terrace Wisconsin Truss, Inc. 3040 Hamel Blvd 360/256-2300 ✧ 360/892-0017 (fax) 360/943-5433 ✧ 360/352-1529 (fax) Martinsburg, WV 25401 Green Bay, WI 54303 609 Industrial Park Rd Clyvanor Ltd Quebec City, QC G1P 2J1 Mr. Michael Eskridge Mr. Mason Manning, Sr. 304/274-5700 ✧ 304/274-2030 (fax) Cedarburg Lumber Co., Inc. 920/496-5094 ✧ 920/498-1219 (fax) Cornell, WI 54732 2125 95th St 418/681-0133 ✧ 418/681-3080 (fax) Mr. Norman Casagrande PO Box 999 Mr. Bill Raymakers 715/239-6465 ✧ 715/239-6731 (fax) St Georges, QC G6A 1B7 www.modulex-international.com Louws Truss, Inc. The Truss Company & [email protected] Cedarburg, WI 53012 Mr. Daniel Schulner 418/228-7690 ✧ 418/228-0479 (fax) Mr. Martin Dechene 6149 Guide Meridian Rd Building Supply Truss Systems, Inc. 262/377-2345 ✧ 262/377-4263 (fax) [email protected] www.clyvanor.com [email protected] Lynden, WA 98264 PO Box 1770 Truss America 1650 E Elm Dr www.cedarburglumber.com Mr. Stephane Blanchette 360/398-7161 ✧ 360/398-2826 (fax) Sumner, WA 98390 PO Box 41 Little Chute, WI 54140 Mr. William A. Wernecke, Jr. [email protected] Pacific Group www.louwstruss.com 253/863-5555 ✧ 253/891-1163 (fax) Blue Creek, WV 25026-0041 920/687-1100 ✧ 920/687-1124 (fax) WYOMING PO Box 70 Mr. Jack Louws www.thetrussco.com 304/965-0073 ✧ 304/965-3362 (fax) Custom Component Company Mr. Sean Whalen Laramie Trusses D. J. Jackson Engineered Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L0 [email protected] Mr. William M. Matheny http://www.trussamerica.com 1955 Norwood Court [email protected] PO Box 7444 Truss Comp. 250/743-5584 ✧ 250/743-2282 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Delford Chaffin Racine, WI 53403 Laramie, WY 82073 RR #1 www.pacific-homes.com Lumbermen’s Building Centers Trussco [email protected] 262/632-8840 ✧ 262/898-6802 (fax) 307/745-0289 ✧ 307/745-0235 (fax) Saint Pauls, ON N0K 1V0 Mr. Bob Bakker 10310 E. Montgomery Tri-County Truss, Inc. W6254 Cty Rd BB www.customcomponentcompany.com home.earthlink.net/~laramietrusses/ 519/271-1104 ✧ 519/271-3163 (fax) [email protected] 15599 Ashten Rd Universal Forest Products, Inc. Spokane, WA 99206-4220 Mr. Darrell J. Graf Appleton, WI 54915 Mr. Matthew McFate www.djjacksontruss.com ✧ Burlington, WA 98233-3615 PO Box 188 ✧ 509/924-2420 509/924-2583 (fax) 920/739-8199 920/739-3701 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Dan Jackson Pacific Truss 360/757-8500 ✧ 360/757-8758 (fax) Ranson, WV 25438 K-Wood Truss Rafters, Inc. www.lumbermens-building.com Mr. John Winkler [email protected] 4144 Wilkinson Road Mr. Tim Borg www.tricountytruss.com 800/488-8474 ✧ 304/728-8497 (fax) 23368 Little Wood Lake Rd [email protected] Teton Truss Victoria, BC V8Z 5A7 Mr. Gary Lund www.ufpi.com Grantsburg, WI 54840 PO Box 5211 Epic Truss Systems Ltd. 250/881-1551 ✧ 250/881-7344 (fax) Lumbermen’s Building Centers Truss’s Plus, Inc. Mr. Chris Joseph 715/689-2503 ✧ 715/689-2925 (fax) Etna, WY 83118 890 Riverside Rd Mr. Jim Symmons 5519 20th Street PO Box 226 [email protected] Ms. Cynthia Leonard 307/883-4943 ✧ 307/883-4941 (fax) Abbotsford, BC V2S 7P6 Tacoma, WA 98424 [email protected] Mayville, WI 53050-0226 Mr. Bill A. Neeb 604/850-3522 ✧ 604/850-3533 (fax) Prairie Truss ✧ Truss Components of Washington ✧ 253/926-8018 253/926-8357 (fax) 920/387-2524 920/387-2528 (fax) www.epictruss.com Box 936 PO Box 14667 WISCONSIN Manion Truss and Components Titan Truss LLC Mr. Larry Saathoff Mr. Gerhard E. Steinbach Mr. Kevin Mindel Stonewall, MB R0C 2Z0 Tumwater, WA 98511-4667 Amwood Homes, Inc PO Box 1527 [email protected] 1108 14th Street #431 204/467-9597 ✧ 204/467-9602 (fax) Lumbermen’s Building Centers [email protected] 360/753-0057 ✧ 360/956-3109 (fax) PO Box 311 Superior, WI 54880-0417 Cody, WY 82414 Mr. Jake Maendel 115 N 11th St www.trusscomponents.com Janesville, WI 53545-0311 715/395-7890 ✧ 715/395-7894 (fax) Trussworks, Inc. 307/587-9934 ✧ 307/587-4977 (fax) Fonthill Lumber Ltd Walla Walla, WA 99362 Mr. Aaron Dickhoff 608/756-2989 ✧ 608/756-3443 (fax) 11054 N Olson Rd www.titantruss.com RCM Modulaire Ltee ✧ Mr. Mark Laiti PO Box 340 509/525-4000 509/525-0752 (fax) [email protected] www.amwoodhomes.com Hayward, WI 54843-9956 Mr. Denny McVey 28 Industrial Road [email protected] ✧ Fonthill, ON L0S 4E0 Mr. Loren Hempel Mr. Earl Marquis 715/634-2000 715/634-6828 (fax) [email protected] 905/892-2641 ✧ 905/892-5681 (fax) St. Benuit Labre, QC G0M 1P0 Trus-Way of Tri-Cities, Inc. Nelson Truss, Inc www.trussworksinc.com 418/227-4044 ✧ 418/227-3654 (fax) Lumbermen’s Building Centers [email protected] Mr. Paul Nemy PO Box 808 4 Artisan Dr Mr. Jeff Miles Truss Craft www.rcmmodular.com 4213 South 47th Ave Pasco, WA 99301 Automated Building Edgerton, WI 53534 PO Box 20325 Hunt Builders LTD Mr. Gilbert Trudeau West Richland, WA 99353 509/543-7594 ✧ 509/543-7596 (fax) Components, Inc. ✧ UBC Timber Roots DePere Cheyenne, WY 82003-7008 ✧ 608/884-6141 608/884-3443 (fax) PO Box 365, 249 River Ave. [email protected] 509/627-0288 509/627-2897 (fax) Mr. Steve Turner PO Box 133 www.nylumber.com PO Box 5907 307/635-1635 ✧ 307/635-4803 (fax) Cochran, AB T0L 0W0 Mr. Linney Landrum [email protected] Chetek, WI 54728 Mr. Steven M. Johnson DePere, WI 54115 www.trusscraft.com 403/637-8798 ✧ 403/637-8787 (fax) Rockett Lumber ✧ 920/983-4200 ✧ 920/983-4300 (fax) 3350 Wolfedale Rd Lumbermen’s/Truss-Span 715/924-4867 715/924-2585 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Richard Palmer Mr. John Hunter Trus-Way, Inc. Mr. Ken Bouchonville Mississauga, ON L5C 1W4 3136 B St. NW www.trussabc.com [email protected] PO Box 5005 Mr. Terry Elwood Noffke Lumber, Inc. Hunt Builders LTD (WSI Group) 905/275-1800 ✧ 905/279-7984 (fax) Auburn, WA 98001 Vancouver, WA 98668-2511 ✧ 1601 Bowen St PO Box 694, 20 Mills St. www.rockettlumber.com 253/833-1050 253/735-1126 (fax) 360/750-1470 ✧ 360/750-1493 (fax) Automated Building Oshkosh, WI 54901-3043 CANADA Morrisburg, ON K0C-1X0 UBC Timber Roots Truss Plant Mr. Stephen Rockett Mr. Dave Houchin Mr. Steve Turner Components, Inc. 920/235-3080 ✧ 920/235-3061 (fax) Adam Lumber Inc. 613/652-2559 ✧ 613/652-2349 (fax) W4892 County Rd O [email protected] Marson & Marson Lumber, Inc. PO Box 532 Mr. Greg Noffke PO Box 20 Mr. Randy Halverson Tru-Truss, Inc. Appleton, WI 54913 Rockett Lumber East PO Box 218 Sharon, WI 53585 Waterloo, QC J0E 2N0 2750 Hogum Bay Rd NE ✧ Olympic Building Components 920/735-1769 ✧ 920/735-1781 (fax) ✧ Kent Trusses Limited 17 Cigas Rd Leavenworth, WA 98826-0218 262/736-2500 262/736-6655 (fax) 450/539-1858 450/539-2585 (fax) Lacey, WA 98516-3123 W209 N17150 Industrial Dr Mr. Gary Faulkender 301 Bryne Dr Unit 9 Courtice, ON L1E 2T1 509/548-5829 ✧ 509/548-6372 (fax) www.trussabc.com Mr. Kirk Stoddard 360/491-8024 ✧ 360/491-8028 (fax) Jackson, WI 53037 Barrie, ON L4N 8V4 905/434-1900 ✧ 905/434-9776 (fax) Mr. Ken Marson Mr. Aaron Roush [email protected] Mr. Jack Harmon 262/375-5789 ✧ 262/375-5790 (fax) 705/733-3414 ✧ 705/733-2292 (fax) www.rockettlumber.com Automated Products, Inc. www.cedarburglumber.com All-Fab Building Components Mr. Denis Blanchette Northwest Truss VanderPol Building Components UBC Timber Roots Truss Plant Mr. Harrison Sillen 1812 Karau Dr (AB) Inc. [email protected] 11050 Harris Rd 841 E Badger Rd Mr. Greg Goeks PO Box 189 [email protected] Pasco, WA 99301 Marshfield, WI 54449 [email protected] 805 - 53016 Hwy 60 Lynden, WA 98264-9502 ✧ Brownsville, WI 53006 Kent Trusses Limited Soo Mill & Lumber Co. Ltd 509/545-9003 ✧ 509/967-3809 (fax) 715/387-3426 715/384-4218 (fax) Acheson, AB T7X 5A7 360/354-5883 ✧ 360/354-1584 (fax) Richardson Industries, Inc. 920/269-4786 ✧ 920/269-4920 (fax) ✧ PO Box 190 539 Great Northern Rd Mr. Larry Goodwin Mr. John Bujalski 780/962-4484 780/962-5585 (fax) www.vanderpol.com [email protected] PO Box 904 Mr. James Jagdfeld www.all-fab.com Sundridge, ON P0A 1Z0 Sault Ste Marie, ON P6B 5A1 [email protected] ✧ Mr. Jeff VanderPol Sheboygan Falls, WI 53085 [email protected] Mr. Vince Mattia 705/384-5326 705/384-7691 (fax) 705/759-0443 ✧ 705/759-3901 (fax) [email protected] Beaver Builders Supply Inc. ✧ Oso Lumber and Hardware, 920/467-2671 920/467-2222 (fax) UBC Timber Roots Truss Plant [email protected] www.kenttruss.com Mr. Paul MacGillivray N6838 Builders Ct www.richcostr.com Mr. Jeff Allan Truss Division Woodinville Lumber & Truss PO Box 620530 [email protected] 21015 State Rd. 9 NE Holmen, WI 54636 Ms. Martha Vande Leest All-Fab Building Components Inc. PO Box 287 ✧ Middleton, WI 53562-0530 Kent Trusses Limited Arlington, WA 98223-8260 608/526-3232 608/526-6742 (fax) PO Box 189 Tandelle Truss Woodinville, WA 98072-0287 Richco Structures 608/836-1941 ✧ 608/836-9612 (fax) 15 Cedar St. N #201 1917 Mallard Rd 360/435-8397 ✧ 360/403-3244 (fax) Mr. Greg Stellrecht Stony Mtn, MB R0C 3A0 425/488-8500 ✧ 425/398-3559 (fax) 1409 Red Maple Rd Mr. Jeff Gorsuch ✧ Timmins, ON P4N 6HB London, ON N6H 5M1 www.osolumber.com [email protected] 204/344-5404 204/344-5160 (fax) www.woodinvillelumber.com De Pere, WI 54115 [email protected] 705/268-8800 ✧ 705/268-8809 (fax) 519/471-1360 ✧ 519/471-3471 (fax) Mr. Reuben Cook www.all-fab.com Mr. Roy Schiferl Best Lumber 920/336-9400 ✧ 920/403-7100 (fax) Mr. Larry Frost Mr. Hugh Hayes [email protected] Valley Trusses, Inc. Mr. Rich Harrison 1680 Cornell Rd www.richcostr.com Woodinville Truss, Inc. PO Box 101 Landmark Truss & Lumber, Inc. [email protected] Oso Truss Company Green Bay, WI 54313 Mr. Gene Geurts All-Fab Building Components Inc. PO Box 1326 ✧ Kaukauna, WI 54130 30480 S Fraser Way PO Box 1176 920/662-9600 920/662-9603 (fax) 1755 Dugald Rd. Tecumseh Truss Systems Inc. Woodinville, WA 98072-1326 920/766-0601 ✧ 920/766-0602 (fax) Abbotsford, BC V2T 6L4 1855 Manning Rd. Darrington, WA 98241 www.BestLumberCompany.com Winnipeg, MB R2J 0H3 425/483-4101 Mr. David Sprangers ✧ 604/854-5766 ✧ 604/857-9773 (fax) Tecumseh, ON N8N 2L9 360/436-2115 ✧ 360/436-1320 (fax) Mr. John Ringer 204/661-8880 204/661-6973 (fax) Mr. Malcolm D. Anderson Richco Structures www.landmarklumber.com 519/979-9473 ✧ 519/735-0688 (fax) www.osolumber.com [email protected] Walters Buildings www.all-fab.com [email protected] Hwy FF W989 Mr. Blaine Reimer Mr. John Tavares www.tecumsehtruss.com Ms. Brenda Gaston Best Trusses and Wall Panels PO Box 388 Haven, WI 53083 [email protected] [email protected] Mr. David Handelsman PO Box 317 ✧ Allenton, WI 53002-0388 Roof Truss Supply, Inc. WEST VIRGINIA 920/565-3986 920/565-2533 (fax) ✧ [email protected] Marshall, WI 53559-0317 262/629-5521 262/629-5233 (fax) PO Box 532 Allensville Planing Mill Inc. www.richcostr.com 608/655-3455 ✧ 608/655-3419 (fax) www.waltersbuildings.com Woodinville, WA 98072 701 Mid-Atlantic Pkwy Mr. Merle Nett ✧ www.besttrusses.com Mr. Craig Walters 425/481-0900 425/485-7950 (fax) Martinsburg, WV 25401 Mr. Kevin McCarthy [email protected] Mr. Dave Eastman 304/264-5900 ✧ 304/264-1415 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Todd Yoder

76 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 77 Timber Top Trusses Ltd. WTCA CHAPTERS North Florida Component Wood Truss Council PO Box 7819 Manufacturers Association of North Carolina As of March 3, 2005 Alabama Component PO Box 763 PO Box 279 Grand Falls, NB E3Z 3E8 Manufacturers Association ASSOCIATE ✧ Fernandina Beach, FL 32035 Albemarle, NC 28002 506/473-5722 506/473-5729 (fax) PO Box 266 Fuhrmann Engineering Services, LLC Wilbur T. Yaxley, P.E. NAHB Research Center 904/261-3641 704/983-1144 www.timbertop.nb.ca Shelby, AL 35143 1205 S Platte River Dr, Ste 100 Forensic Engineer 400 Prince George’s Blvd. Mr. Josh Myers Mr. Chris Lambert MEMBERS Mr. Steve F. Toner, PE 205/669-4188 Denver, CO 80223 2946 Forest Cir Upper Marlboro, MD 20774-8731 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Michael Balliet 303/715-9885 ✧ 303/715-9890 (fax) Seffner, FL 33584-5772 301/249-4000 ✧ 301/430-6180 (fax) ✧ Timberfield Roof Truss [email protected] Northwest Truss Wood Truss Council Mr. Thomas D. Fuhrmann 813/657-1840 813/653-0921 (fax) www.nahbrc.org Fabricators Association of Michigan, Inc. Please note that WTCA Associate Members [email protected] Mr. Wilbur T. Yaxley, PE Mr. Michael Luzier 2016 Oxford St East California Engineered Structural 6149 Guide Meridian Rd PO Box 6007 [email protected] London, ON N5V 2Z8 Components Association are categorized based on the classification Lukoff Engineering Associates National Association of Home ✧ Lynden, WA 98264 Saginaw, MI 48608-6007 519/659-2711 519/659-2714 (fax) 181 Brookside Dr 1999 East Route 70, Ste # L-4 Builders 360/398-7161 989/792-6800 notes on their WTCA Membership Applica- ASSOCIATION Mr. Murray Dietz Richmond, CA 94801 Cheery Hill, NJ 08003 1201 15th St. NW www.nwtfa.com Mr. Denny Metiva [email protected] 510/232-0937 tion. In many cases, these companies may 856/424-5206 ✧ 856/751-3849 (fax) American Forest & Paper Washington, DC 20005-2800 Mr. Jack Louws [email protected] Association ✧ Ultratec Structures Inc. Mr. Simon Evans www.lukoffengineering.com 202/822-0576 202/266-8141 (fax) [email protected] provide more services than that classifica- 1111 19th St. NW, Ste. 800 235 Rue de la Station [email protected] WTCA - Arizona Mr. Richard Lukoff, PE Mr. David Kaufman South Carolina Component 13550 W Peoria Ave Ste 2 tion indicates. Look for a detailed “Associ- [email protected] Washington, DC 20036 Laurier Station, QC G0S 1N0 Central Florida Component ✧ National Frame Builders ✧ Manufacturers Association Surprise, AZ 85379 202/463-2700 202/463-2785 (fax) 418/728-3449 418/728-3516 (fax) Manufacturers Association ate Member/Product Listing” in the Aug- MDC Holdings, Inc. Association 6300 Enterprise Ln, Ste 314 623/584-8151 http://www.awc.org www.ultratec.qc.ca PO Box 895250 3600 S Yosemite St 4840 W 15th St Suite 1000 Madison, WI 53719 Mr. Terry Lillard ust 2005 issue of SBC Magazine. Mr. John Showalter, Jr., P.E. Mr. Michel Beaudoin Leesburg, FL 34788-5250 Denver, CO 80237 Lawrence, KS 66049 608/274-4849 [email protected] [email protected] 352/343-0680 303/773-2727 ✧ 303/804-6941 (fax) American Institute of Timber 785/843-2444 ✧ 785/843-7555 (fax) [email protected] ARCHITECT Construction Universal Forest Products, Inc. Mr. Charles Stillwaggon WTCA - Illinois Mr. Andrew Harris www.nfba.org 7012 S. Revere Parkway, Suite 140 PO Box 69 [email protected] South Florida Truss & Component PO Box 6536 John J. Hare RA, PE Mr. John Fullerton Mfrs. Assoc. PO Box 8260 Merv Aranha Englewood, CO 80112 [email protected] Thorndale, ON N0M 2P0 Colorado Truss Rockford, IL 61125 ✧ 3105 Oleander Ave Turnersville, NJ 08012 2830 Concession Drive, Rt. 1 303/792-9559 303/792-0669 (fax) 519/461-1180 ✧ 519/461-0903 (fax) Manufacturers Association 815/332-4904 Northwestern Lumber Association Fort Pierce, FL 34982-6324 856/589-9302 ✧ 856/589-9302 (fax) Glenco, ON N0L 1M0 www.aitc-glulam.org www.ufpi.com 20400 E 26th Ave Mr. Michael Karceski 1405 Lilac Drive North, Ste 130 772/465-2012 Mr. John J. Hare, RA, PE 613/391-5104 Mr. R. Michael M. Caldwell Mr. Edward Davis Aurora, CO 80011 [email protected] Minneapolis, MN 55422 www.sfwtca.com [email protected] Mr. Mervyn Aranha [email protected] [email protected] 303/307-1441 763/544-6822 ✧ 763/595-4060 (fax) Ms. Perky Becht WTCA - Indiana [email protected] Mr. Dennis Wilson Canadian Wood Council www.nlassn.org Universal Forest Products, Inc. [email protected] 9028 Old State Road 67 ARCHITECT/ENGINEER [email protected] Phillips-Manos Consulting 99 Bank St, Ste 400 Mr. Gary Smith 110 Montee Guay Mooresville, IN 46158 Structural Engineers, P.C. Southern Nevada Component Alliance Structural Engineers, LLC Ottawa, ON K1P 6B9 Lacolle, QC JOJ1VO Georgia Component 317/834-5380 Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Manufacturers Association 17355 Village Green Dr 1845 Bookfield Ct 613/747-5544 ✧ 613/747-6264 (fax) 011 450 246 3829 ✧ 011 450246 2687 Manufacturers Association Mr. Steve Stroder Assoc. (member of Southern Pine Council) 4915 N Berg St Houston, TX 77040 Frederick, MD 21701 www.cwc.ca (fax) PO Box 318 [email protected] ✧ ✧ PO Box 1788 North Las Vegas, NV 89013 713/466-4620 713/466-5809 (fax) 301/668-0314 301/668-9815 (fax) Ms. Ioana Lazea www.ufpi.com Oakwood, GA 30054 Forest Park, GA 30268 702/657-1889 WTCA - Kentucky Mr. Thomas A. 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Florida Building Material 8038 Marcel Vileneuve [email protected] Mr. John Goodrich [email protected] 1123 Shenendoah Dr. Sherwood, OR 97140 Association Laval, QC H7A 4C5 [email protected] Truss Manufacturers Ellijay, GA 30540 503/625-2200 PO Box 65 450/665-2444 ✧ 450/665-4535 (fax) Mid Atlantic Wood Truss Council Association of Texas WTCA Ohio Chapter Association 706/635-4016 Mr. Stanley Suddarth, PhD, P.E. Mount Dora, FL 32756-0065 Mr. Jonathan Mathieu 210 Williamstown Truss Plate Institute PO Box 989 PO Box 80469 Mr. Donald B. McNatt 352/383-0366 ✧ 352/383-8756 (fax) [email protected] Berlin, NJ 08009 Tech Management, Inc. 218 N Lee St Cibolo, TX 78550 Canton, OH 44708 [email protected] www.fbma.org 856/767-3153 144 Annwood Rd Alexandria, VA 22314 Watford Roof Truss Ltd. 210/658-7057 330/478-2100 Mr. Bill Tucker Mr. Dave Walstad Champion Engineering Inc. Palm Harbor, FL 34685 703/683-1010 330 Front St Mr. Al Sifuentes Mr. Stephen Yoder ✧ [email protected] [email protected] 2644 Nutwood Trace 727/785-6907 727/781-4678 (fax) www.tpinst.org Watford, ON N0M 2S0 [email protected] [email protected] Duluth, GA 30097 Mr. Brian F. Keane, P.E. Frame & Truss Manufacturers Mr. Michael A. Cassidy 519/876-2612 ✧ 519/876-3200 (fax) Mid South Component West Florida Truss Association 770/622-0931 ✧ 770/622-0932 (fax) [email protected] Association of New Zealand [email protected] Mr. Mark Boyd Manufacturers Association PO Box 1345 Mr. Kevin L. Champion, P.E. PO Box 27219, Mt. Roskill [email protected] PO Box 4195 Thornton Tomasetti Group Largo, FL 33779 [email protected] Auckland City, AUK New Zealand Meridian, MS 39304 1617 JFK Blvd, Ste 545 727/585-2067 +64 27 452 1798 ✧ +64 9 534 4898 (fax) 601/483-3941 Christy/Cobb, Inc. Philadelphia, PA 19103 Western Wood Products NEW ZEALAND Mr. Rick Cashman www.ftma.co.nz Mr. Daniel N. Holland 2320 Highland Ave. South, Ste 100 215/627-6300 ✧ 215/627-6323 (fax) Association Carters [email protected] Mr. Robert K. Skipsey [email protected] Birmingham, AL 35205 www.thettgroup.com 522 S.W. Fifth Ave., Suite 500 64 - 68 Harris Road [email protected] Portland, OR 97204-2122 Western Component 205/933-1080 ✧ 205/933-1088 (fax) Mr. Eric Larsen East Tamaki, Aucklnd 1701 Minnesota Truss ✧ Manufacturers Association [email protected] Housing Inspection Foundation 503/224-3930 503/224-3934 (fax) 64-9-2727200 ✧ 64-9-2727201 (fax) Manufacturers Association www.christycobb.com PO Box 1129 1224 North Nokomis www.wwpa.org Mr. Grant Crowhurst PO Box 7 Ms. Judith Stickley TrussEngineering.com Clackamas, OR 97015 Alexandria, MN 56308 Mr. Michael O’Halloran Montrose, MN 55363 [email protected] PO Box 335009 503/657-8644 320/763-6350 ✧ 320/763-9290 (fax) [email protected] UNITED KINGDOM 763/675-7376 CRU Building Corporation North Las Vegas, NV 89033 Mr. Lee Howe Mr. Greg Burnham Mr. Jim Scheible 217 E Jarrettsville Rd, Suite 2 702/480-4072 ✧ 702/631-3465 (fax) William Henry Martin Ltd. [email protected] [email protected] BUILDER [email protected] www.trussengineering.com Allfield Court, Condover Forest Hill, MD 21050 Centex Homes Wisconsin Truss Manufacturers ✧ Mr. Michael A. Mallett, P.E. MSR Lumber Producers Council Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK SY5 7AP Missouri Truss Fabricators 410/893-5079 410/893-5097 (fax) 27200 Tourney Rd Association [email protected] PO Box 6402 00.44.1.743.874.550 ✧ Association www.crucorp.com Valencia, CA 91355 PO Box 189 Helena, MT 59604 00.44.1.743.874.650 (fax) PO Box 260 Mr. Ken Smith Tru-Truss Engineering 661/433-5050 Brownsville, WI 53006 888/848-5339 ✧ 888/212-5110 (fax) www.whmltd.com Maysville, MO 64469 1783 Arroyo Vista Way Mr. David Wiens 920/458-8325 Engineering Technologies www.msrlumber.org Mr. Gerald Martin 816/449-2161 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Mr. Dale Vinson 237 S. Westmonte Dr, Ste 240 Ms. Kathy James Pila Carpentry Corp. [email protected] Mr. John Hogan 916/933-4148 [email protected] Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 [email protected] 69 Moffatt Ave [email protected] ✧ Mr. Charles Truax 407/682-9800 407/682-5800 (fax) See ad on page 90. Brampton, ON L6Y 2P1 Wood Truss Council Mr. Mike Coughlin [email protected] ✧ of the Capital Area 905/460-0747 905/460-0747 (fax) West Point Engineering PO Box 2090 Mr. Jerzy Czebreszuk 7201 N Dreamy Draw Dr. Ste 150 Easton, MD 21601 [email protected] Phoenix, AZ 85020 410/822-6406 602/943-1477 ✧ 602/943-1969 (fax) Mr. Craig Dewees Mr. Jack Trummer [email protected]

78 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 79 Residential Building Structures CONNECTOR/HANGER ENGINEERING/ EQUIPMENT The Koskovich Co. Inc. Triad/Merrick Machine Company FIRE RETARDANT I-JOIST & LVL 4412 South Beverly Dr 905 N Broadway PO Box 130 MANUFACTURER TECHNICAL DEALER/BROKER WOOD TREATMENT Boise Aliquippa, PA 15001 Rochester, MN 55906-6843 Alda, NE 68810 R.H. Tamlyn & Sons, LP CONSULTANT Stiles Machinery, Inc. Arch Wood Protection PO Box 2400 724/375-3916 ✧ 724/375-3916 (fax) 507/286-9209 308/384-1780 ✧ 308/384-8326 (fax) 13623 Pike Rd Bracken Engineering, Inc. 3965 44th St SE 1955 Lake Park Dr #250 White City, OR 97503-0400 Mr. Jim Verostek 507/285-1730 (fax) www.triadruvo.com Stafford, TX 77477-5103 4899 W Waters Ave, Suite A Grand Rapids, MI 49512 Smyrna, GA 30080 541/826-0200 ✧ 541/826-0262 (fax) [email protected] www.omnisaw.com Mr. Lowell Tuma 281/499-9604 ✧ 281/499-8948 (fax) Tampa, FL 33634 616/698-7500 ✧ 616/698-9411 (fax) 770/801-6600 ✧ 770/801-1990 (fax) www.bcewp.com Mr. Jerry E. Koskovich [email protected] www.tamlyn.com 813/243-4251 ✧ 813/243-9530 (fax) www.stilesmachinery.com www.archchemicals.com Mr. Gary Dunn, P.E. [email protected] COMPONENT SAW Mr. Miguel Gonzales www.brackenengineering.com Mr. Michael T. Miller Mr. Scott Hoffman [email protected] MANUFACTURER [email protected] Mr. William C. Bracken, PE, CGC [email protected] See ad on page 107. EQUIPMENT [email protected] The Fitzgerald Group, LLC [email protected] See ad on page 41. WHOLESALER/ I-JOIST PO Box 62066 Simpson Strong-Tie Co. BROKER/RESELLER Coffman Engineers, Inc. FORENSIC MANUFACTURER Colorado Springs, CO 80962-2066 PO Box 2969 Eide Machinery Sales, Inc. 800 F St CONSULTANT Jager Building Systems Inc 719/528-5445 ✧ 719/528-5444 (fax) Dublin, CA 94568 PO Box 11397 Anchorage, AK 99501 Aries Engineering, Inc. 16045 Business Parkway www.maximizertechnologies.com 925/560-9000 Minneapolis, MN 55411-0397 907/276-6664 ✧ 907/276-5042 (fax) Mango Tech USA 5014 Hwy 78 Ste F Hagerstown, MD 21740 Mr. Randall L. Fitzgerald 925/833-1490 (fax) 612/521-9193 ✧ 612/521-9307 (fax) www.coffman.com PO Box 545 Lilburn, GA 30047-5732 301/791-1582 ✧ 301/791-3643 (fax) [email protected] www.strongtie.com www.eidemachinery.com EQUIPMENT San Jacinto, CA 92581 770/972-2786 ✧ 770/972-2788 (fax) www.jagerbuildingsystems.com Ms. Kelly Sias Mr. David R. Booker Mr. G. Mitchell Eide FINANCING 951/652-5001 ✧ 951/652-5356 (fax) www.arieseng.com Mr. David Niderberg HOLTEC (USA) Corporation [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] PO Box 2190 Premier Capital Group, Inc. www.mangotech.com Mr. Thomas R. Zgraggen, P.E. dcovington@jagerbldgsys See ad on page 45. Deadlines Engineering, Inc Brandon, FL 33509-2190 2578 Enterprise Road, Ste. 356 Mr. Francis Voss Global Machinery Broker, Inc. [email protected] 1203 Main St 813/754-1665 ✧ 813/752-8042 (fax) USP Structural Connectors Orange City, FL 32763 See ad on page 9. PO Box 2113 INSURANCE Morro Bay, CA 93442 Construction Science and www.holtecusa.com 703 Rogers Dr 800/662-5955 ✧ 407/682-0400 (fax) Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 ❉ 805/772-3502 ✧ 805/772-4070 (fax) Engineering, Inc. Bowermaster & Associates Mr. Sam Rashid Montgomery, MN 56069 Mr. Clem Law 623/935-2981 ✧ 623/935-0289 (fax) www.deadlinesengineering.com 218 E Main St PO Box 100 [email protected] 507/364-5425 ✧ 507/364-5178 (fax) www.globrokers.qpg.com/ Mr. Aaron M. Reed, PE, MBA Westminster, SC 29693 Downey, CA 90241 See ad on page 4. www.uspconnectors.com Mr. Ray E. Switzer, Jr. ✧ [email protected] EQUIPMENT LEASING 864/647-1065 ✧ 864/647-1076 (fax) 888/825-4322 562/862-3482 (fax) Mr. Tim Comstock SERVICES Nortruss QLD Pty Ltd [email protected] PO Box 179 Mr. Sean W. Abernathie, PE www.bowermaster.com [email protected] John E. Meeks, P.A. OFC Capital Machinery Boutique, Inc. [email protected] Mr. Richard Langton Consulting Engineer Coolum Beach, QLD 4573 See ad on page 97. 576 Colonial Park Drive Ste 200 ✧ PO Box 10642 [email protected] 26 Coral Center, Ste. 5, 3045 N Federal 61/7 54 462 808 61/7 54 463 243 (fax) GWZ Engineering Roswell, GA 30075 Zephyr Cove, NV 89448-2642 Highway www.nortruss.com.au 100 Wytheview Dr Diversified Insurance Industries, Inc. ◗ 800/336-4949 ✧ 800/942-4631 (fax) 775/588-8250 ✧ 775/588-8920 (fax) Monet DeSauw Inc. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306-1415 Mr. G. Ross Rayner Wytheville, VA 24382 2 Hamill Road, Suite 155 www.ofccap.com www.machineryboutique.com 3100 Dogwood Dr 954/561-9561 ✧ 954/561-9563 (fax) [email protected] 276/228-5338 Baltimore, MD 21210 Fulton, MO 65251 Ms. Velma Eddy Ms. Nancy Matousek ✧ Mr. John E. Meeks, P.E. Pacific Automation Ltd - MiTek Mr. George W. Zuurbier 410/433-3000 410/433-3440 (fax) 573/642-4900 [email protected] www.dii-insurance.com [email protected] EQUIPMENT 9415 48 St SE [email protected] 573/642-3736 (fax) Macoser, Inc. Mr. Robert Bruns Koehlinger Engineering MANUFACTURER Calgary, AB T2C 2R1 Hudson International www.desauw.com ✧ PO Box 667789 [email protected] CRANE 10848 A Street, Rte 212 403/279-2128 403/279-4958 (fax) 487 Devon Park Dr, Ste 210 Mr. Jerrold Taylor Advanced Recycling Equipment, Inc. Charlotte, NC 28266 MANUFACTURER Bolivar, OH 44612 Mr. John MacLean Wayne, PA 19087 E & E Insurance Brokers Inc. [email protected] 850 Washington Road 704/392-0110 ✧ 704/394-0410 (fax) Tadano America Corporation 330/874-1163 ✧ 330/874-1304 (fax) [email protected] 610/975-4600 ✧ 610/975-4699 (fax) Ste 1720 - 1066 West Hastings St See ad on back cover. Saint Marys, PA 15857 www.macoser.com 333 Northpark Central Dr Ste Z Mr. Stanley E. Koehlinger, P.E. ✧ www.hudsonies.com Vancouver, BC V6E 3X1 814/834-4470 814/834-3483 (fax) Panels Plus Mr. Marco Pozzo Houston, TX 77073 [email protected] Mr. Philip J. Alterman, P.E. 604/685-9878 ✧ 604/685-9808 (fax) TCT Manufacturing, Inc. www.advancedrecyclingequip.com 505 West Front St [email protected] 281/869-0030 ✧ 281/869-0040 (fax) [email protected] Mr. David Parry 1217 Robie Ave Nesbit Enterprises Mr. Don Kunkel Albert Lea, MN 56007 www.tadanoamerica.com ✧ Tryco/Untha International, Inc. Mt Dora, FL 32757 1367 School St [email protected] 507/377-5370 507/373-7110 (fax) Prugar Consulting, Inc. Harden & Associates ◗ ✧ Mr. Hidetoshi Iga PO Box 1277 352/735-5070 352/735-5071 (fax) Indiana, PA 15701 www.panplus.com 7550 Lucerne Drive, Ste 409 PO Box 2286 [email protected] Clark Industries Inc. Decatur, IL 62525-1277 www.tctwebsaw.com 724/357-9891 ✧ 724/357-9891 (fax) Mr. Stan Axsmith Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 Jacksonville, FL 32203 816 E Callan St. 217/864-4541 ✧ 217/864-6397 (fax) Mr. Jim Urmson Mr. Richard Nesbit [email protected] 440/891-1414 ✧ 440/891-1454 (fax) 904/421-5363 ✧ 904/634-1302 (fax) ENGINEERED WOOD Monett, MO 65708 www.tryco.com [email protected] [email protected] ✧ See ad on page 50. www.prugarinc.com www.hardenassociates.com PRODUCTS 417/235-7182 417/235-8262 (fax) Mr. Kent West Mr. Jack Schulz Mr. Jerome F. Prugar, P.E. Mr. Richard H. Pierpont COMPUTER SOFTWARE Anthony Forest Products Company Robbins Design Service [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 105 W Main St [email protected] Deacom, Inc. PO Box 1877 Wasserman & Associates, Inc. Victoria, IL 61485 Wade-Trim, Inc. Holmes Murphy & Associates ◗ 950 West Valley Road, Suite 3000 El Dorado, AR 71731 Commercial Machinery PO Box 620 ✧ 309/879-3258 ✧ 309/879-3256 (fax) PFP Technologies PO Box 618 230 2nd St SE Ste 212 Wayne, PA 19087 870/862-3414 870/862-6206 (fax) Fabricators, Inc. Alma, NE 68920 Mr. Ed Robbins, P.E. PO Box 2294 Gaylord, MI 49734 Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 610/971-2278 ✧ 610/971-2279 (fax) www.anthonyforest.com 16775 Industrial Pkwy. 308/928-9116 ✧ 308/928-9227 (fax) [email protected] Malaga, WA 6944 989/732-3584 ✧ 989/732-6391 (fax) 319/896-7708 ✧ 319/896-7651 (fax) www.deacom.net Mr. Kerlin Drake Lansing, MI 48906 www.wasserman-associates.com ✧ +61/8 9 249 4542 www.wadetrim.com www.holmesmurphy.com Mr. Jay Deakins [email protected] Sheppard Engineering, P.C. 517/323-1996 517/323-8939 (fax) Mr. Leonard Wasserman +61/8 9 249 4596 (fax) Mr. John G. Ernst, P.E. Mr. Jim Kapsch [email protected] 966 Livernois www.cmfstealth.com Distribution Open Joist 2000 Inc. Mr. Edward G. Joseph www.pfptech.com.au [email protected] See ad on page 13. 334 Cornelia St #338 Troy, MI 48083-2709 FASTENER SUPPLIER ✧ [email protected] Mr. John Forlani FORKLIFT Pennsylvania Lumbermens Plattsburgh, NY 12901 248/585-4240 248/585-7371 (fax) Paslode MANUFACTURER See ad on page 51. [email protected] Mutual Insurance Co. 514/952-3945 ✧ 800/263-7265 (fax) Mr. John Gruber, P.E. 888 Forest Edge Dr Princeton Delivery Systems Inc. 170 S. Independence Mall West www.openjoist2000.com [email protected] Renaissance Technology Enterprises Vernon Hills, IL 60061-3105 955 W Walnut St Philadelphia, PA 19106 Mr. Michel Beauchamp PO Box 1162 847/634-1900 ✧ 847/634-8091 (fax) Canal Winchester, OH 43110 215/625-9233 ✧ 215/592-4097 (fax) [email protected] Ephrata, WA 98823 www.paslode.com ✧ Intelligent Building Systems ✧ 614/834-5000 614/834-5075 (fax) www.palumbermens.com See ad on page 30. Barry Stoll, PE 800/201-1992 509/267-3159 (fax) Mr. Pat Ryan 8465 Hamilton Rd www.ren-tech.net www.piggy-back.com Ms. Ellen McGurrin Southaven, MS 38671 344 Dunn Street The Hain Company [email protected] Mr. Butch Hunter PO Box 238 Ms. Kris Craft-Alberti [email protected] 662/342-3434 ✧ 662/342-3435 (fax) Barberton, OH 44203 Senco Products, Inc. [email protected] Rescue, CA 95672 [email protected] Sirak-Moore Insurance Agency, Inc. ❉ www.intelbuildsys.com 330/745-5635 8485 Broadwell Rd 530/295-8068 Yale Materials Handling 4700 Dressler Rd NW Mr. Lowell T. Wood Mr. Barry Stoll, PE S. Huot Inc. Cincinnati, OH 45244 530/295-0468 (fax) Corporation Canton, OH 44718 [email protected] [email protected] 1000 Ste Therese 513/388-2088 ✧ 513/388-2081 (fax) www.haincompany.com 1400 Sullivan Dr. 330/493-3211 ✧ 330/493-0642 (fax) See ad on pages 16-17. Sullivan & Associates Engineering, Inc. Québec City, QC G1N 4N3 www.senco.com Mr. Dan Martin ✧ Greenville, NC 27834 Mr. Douglas D. Davenport International Paper Company PO Box 770031 418/681-0291 418/681-3742 (fax) Mr. Terry Dullaghan ✧ [email protected] 800/233-9253 252/931-7873 (fax) [email protected] PO Box 1391 www.shout.com [email protected] Coral Springs, FL 33077-0031 See ad on page 106. www.yale.com Savannah, GA 31402 Mr. Gaston Tanguay Taylor, Turner & Hartsfield 954/755-2648 SFS intec, Inc. Mr. John Piccolo 912/238-7032 ✧ 912/238-7602 (fax) [email protected] Insurance Services, Inc. ❉ Mr. Jerry Sullivan, P.E. Hundegger USA LC Box 6326 [email protected] Mr. Jim McGhin PO Box 308 [email protected] Box 969 Safety Speed Cut Manufacturing Wyomissing, PA 19610 Cumming, GA 30028 Les Chantiers de Chibougamau Ltée Charleston, UT 84032 13943 Lincoln Street NE 610/790-2660 ✧ 610/376-0932 (fax) GANTRY SYSTEM Sweatt Engineering 770/889-8600 ✧ 770/887-8507 (fax) Keymark Enterprises, Inc. 185 Dorval Ave, Suite 304 435/654-3028 ✧ 435/654-3047 (fax) Ham Lake, MN 55304 www.sfsintecusa.com MANUFACTURER 4516 Boat Club Rd, Ste 118 ✧ www.tthins.com 6707 Winchester Cir Suite 102 Dorval, QC H9S 5J9 www.hundeggerusa.com 763/755-1600 763/755-6080 (fax) Mr. Matthew Gordon Klaisler Manufacturing Corp. Fort Worth, TX 76135 Mr. Mark Verbeke Boulder, CO 80301 514/633-9661 ✧ 514/633-0833 (fax) ✧ Mr. Kip Apostol www.safetyspeedcut.com 3314 Prospect St 817/999-3135 817/838-8400 (fax) Stanley Bostitch [email protected] 303/443-8033 ✧ 303/443-9054 (fax) www.nordicewp.com [email protected] Mr. Tom Houska Indianapolis, IN 46203 Mr. Gary L. Sweatt, P.E. 1 Briggs Dr www.keymark.com Ms. Karon Jakubonis [email protected] 317/357-3898 ✧ 317/357-3921 (fax) [email protected] East Greenwich, RI 02818 Ms. Mariann Adams [email protected] www.klaisler.com TigerStop LLC 401/884-2500 ✧ 401/884-4250 (fax) [email protected] Tyrrell Engineering Mr. Terry W. Hubbard Shepley Wood Products 12909 NE 95th St www.bostitch.com 2121 Meridian St E, Ste 1B [email protected] 216 Thornton Dr Vancouver, WA 98682-2426 Mr. Terry O’Connor Edgewood, WA 98371 ✧ See ad on page 49. Hyannis, MA 02601 253/568-7991 ✧ 253/568-8137 (fax) 360/254-0661 360/260-0755 (fax) [email protected] 508/862-6200 ✧ 508/862-6012 (fax) Mr. Daniel J. Tyrrell www.tigerstop.com www.shepleywood.com [email protected] Mr. Spencer B. Dick Ms. Heidi Matton Grinsell [email protected] [email protected] ❉ Indicates WTCA Insurance Broker Program Expert Partner ◗ Indicates WTCA Insurance Broker Program Partner

80 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 81 LASER EQUIPMENT Bennett Forest Industries Temple-Inland Forest Products Hampton Tree Farms, Inc. Todd Drummond Consulting PROFESSIONAL Rural Builder Magazine SAFETY SUPPLIES 1250 Ironwood Drive, Suite 320 PO Drawer N 9600 SW Barnes Rd Ste 200 41 Coventry Dr 700 E State St Lacey-Harmer Company SERVICES Conney Safety Products Coeur d’ Alene, ID 83814 Diboll, TX 75941 Portland, OR 97225-6666 Sunapee, NH 03782 Iola, WI 54990 4270 NW Yeon Ave Conner Gwyn Schenck PLLC PO Box 44575 208/664-3299 ✧ 208/664-3099 (fax) 936/829-5511 ✧ 936/829-1731 (fax) 503/297-7691 ✧ 503/203-6618 (fax) 603/763-8857 ✧ 815/364-2923 (fax) 715/445-2214 ✧ 715/445-4087 (fax) Portland, OR 97210 PO Box 20744 Madison, WI 53744-4575 Mr. Jim Scharnhorst www.temple.com www.hamptonaffiliates.com www.todd-drummond.com www.ruralbuilder.com 800/367-9992 ✧ 503/222-0073 (fax) Greensboro, NC 27420 608/271-3300 ✧ 800/845-9095 (fax) [email protected] Mr. Mike Warren Mr. Mike Phillips Mr. Todd Drummond Mr. Scott Tappa www.laceyharmer.com 336/691-9222 ✧ 336/691-9259 (fax) www.conney.com [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Sam Cope Buchanan Lumber Sales Inc. Tolleson Lumber Co., Inc. LMC - Lumbermen’s www.cgspllc.com Mr. Thomas G. Galle [email protected] PO Box 10280 PO Box 970 Merchandising Corp. Mr. A. Holt Gwyn The Softwood Forest [email protected] Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6T7 Perry, GA 31069 PO Box 6790 OTHER SERVICES [email protected] Products Buyer Virtek Vision International Inc. 807/343-6385 ✧ 807/345-5734 (fax) 478/987-2105 ✧ 478/987-0160 (fax) Wayne, PA 19087-8790 Auto Saw Corporation 1235 Sycamore View 785 Bridge St Doug Bennett SAW MANUFACTURER www.bls-tb.com www.tollesonlumber.com 610/293-7000 ✧ 610/293-7095 (fax) 240 Corporate Dr Memphis, TN 38134 Waterloo, ON N2V 2K1 13426 East Lakeview Rd. McGinnis Saw Service Inc. Mr. Pino Pucci Mr. Joe Kusar www.lmc.net Sibley, LA 71073 901/372-8280 ✧ 901/373-6180 (fax) 519/746-7190 ✧ 519/746-3383 (fax) Lakeside, CA 92040 PO Box 1300 [email protected] [email protected] Mr. John T. Keeley 318/377-0690 ✧ 318/377-6095 (fax) www.softwoodbuyer.com www.virtekvision.com 619/993-4487 ✧ 760/434-0289 (fax) Dewey, AZ 86327 See ad on page 106. [email protected] Mr. Charles Landry Mr. Gary Miller Mr. Ed Bianchin, P.Eng. Mr. Doug Bennett 928/632-9405 ✧ 928/632-7490 (fax) Canadian Forest Products Ltd. [email protected] #301-1700 W 75th Ave Metropolitan Lumber Company Bentley Syler [email protected] www.mcginnissawservice.com 900 Jorie Blvd., Suite 150 5000 Syler Kramer Road Widman Associates, Inc. Mr. Dan McGinnis LEGAL SERVICES Vancouver, BC V6P 6G2 Douthit Consulting Services ✧ Oak Brook, IL 60523 Burton, TX 77835 601 West Broadway Avenue [email protected] The Law Office of J. Michael 604/261-5111 604/264-6217 (fax) PO Box 957 630/990-2400 ✧ 630/990-2482 (fax) 979/289-4400 Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2 McGroarty, Chtd. www.canfor.com Van, TX 75790 Vista Machines Inc. www.metrolumberco.com Mr. Bentley Syler 604/675-6923 ✧ 604/675-6924 (fax) 7381 W Charleston Blvd, Ste 130 Mr. Tim Mosley 903/963-7975 ✧ 903/963-5741 (fax) 19 Monarch St Mr. James Brown www.widman.com Las Vegas, NV 89117-1571 [email protected] Vaagen Brothers Lumber, Inc. Chimney & Performance Mr. Staton Douthit Littlestown, PA 17340 702/388-1717 ✧ 702/388-1725 (fax) 565 W. 5th Ave. [email protected] Inspection Services, LLC Ms. Janice Matautia 717/359-9212 ✧ 717/359-4222 (fax) Charles Ingram Lumber Co., Inc. Eric H. Wright [email protected] www.geocities.com/harrelsonesq Colville, WA 99114 North Star Forest Materials 13145 W Scarborough Dr www.angleboss.com 4930 Planer Road ✧ 15 N Washington Ave Ms. Susan M. Harrelson, Esq. 509/684-5071 509/684-2168 (fax) PO Box 14327 New Berlin, WI 53151-6166 Mr. Paul Dennis Effingham, SC 29541 Apopka, FL 32703-4217 [email protected] 843/662-1483 ✧ 843/667-8645 (fax) Mr. Butch Sager Saint Paul, MN 55114-0327 262/821-1080 RECRUITING/ [email protected] [email protected] ✧ www.chimneyperformance.com 407/814-1566 PLACEMENT SPECIALIST Pagel, Davis & Hill, P.C. Mr. T. Furman Brodie 651/644-9807 651/644-9520 (fax) Weinig Group Mr. David J. Zamaites Mr. Eric H. Wright GR Morris & Associates, Inc. 1415 Louisiana St 22nd Floor [email protected] Weldwood of Canada Limited www.weekesforest.com PO Box 3158 [email protected] [email protected] 1172 Country Club Ln Houston, TX 77002 PO Box 2179 Mr. Dennis Fahey Georgia-Pacific Corporation Fort Worth, TX 76112 Mooresville, NC 28117 713/951-0160 ✧ 713/951-0662 (fax) Vancouver, BC V6B 3V8 [email protected] Michigan Timber Reload LLC Loeffler Marketing Services 704/799-0100 ✧ 704/799-7400 (fax) PO Box 740075 ✧ 4851 Manteo Ln 817/457-9995 ✧ 817/457-9998 (fax) Mr. Kent J. Pagel 604/893-2967 604/893-2961 (fax) Seaboard International PO Box 90458 www.weinigusa.com Atlanta, GA 30374-0075 Winston-Salem, NC 27127 www.gr-morris.com [email protected] ✧ Mr. Mike Casey Forest Products, Inc. Burton, MI 48509-0458 Mr. Robert Slater 800/652-4777 404/230-5644 (fax) 336/785-8745 ✧ 336/785-8745 (fax) Mr. Gary R. Morris PO Box 6059 810/742-8787 ✧ 810/742-8776 (fax) Shapiro Fussell Wedge www.gp.com/build Weyerhaeuser Company Mr. Bill Loeffler [email protected] Smotherman Martin & Price, LLP Mr. Jim Kaake PO Box 800 Nashua, NH 03063-6059 Mr. Keith C. Bluhm SHREDDING ✧ [email protected] HRIC One Midtown Plaza Ste 1200, Kamloops, BC V2C 5M7 603/881-3700 603/598-2280 (fax) [email protected] EQUIPMENT Gilman Building Products Company 8795 Vaughn View Ext 1360 Peachtree St 250/372-2217 ✧ 250/828-7598 (fax) www.sifp.com Mike L. Mullins Construction DISTRIBUTOR 581705 White Oak Rd Montgomery Supply Pueblo, CO 81005 Atlanta, GA 30309 Ms. Helen Griffin, P.Eng. Mr. John B. Heroux 2909 Erich Drive 1867 Old Tomoka Rd WEIMA America, Inc. Yulee, FL 32097 719/485-4900 ✧ 719/485-4901 (fax) 404/870-2200 ✧ 404/870-2222 (fax) ✧ [email protected] Wickliffe, OH 44092 Ormond Beach, FL 32174 3678 Centre Circle 904/548-1000 904/548-1011 (fax) 386/257-5002 ✧ 386/676-2993 (fax) www.hric.com www.shapirofussell.com LUMBER WHOLESALER/ Viking Forest Products 936/718-2860 Fort Mill, SC 29715 Mr. Philip A. Skoropat Mr. Mike L. Mullins Ms. Barbara Voss ✧ Mr. H. Fielder Martin BROKER PO Box 39811 Mr. William T. Carneval 803/802-7170 803/802-7098 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Atlantic Forest Products, LLC Minneapolis, MN 55439-0811 [email protected] www.weimaamerica.com Hood Industries ✧ The JobLine, Inc. Ms. Vikki Van Dam 240 W Dickman St 952/941-6512 952/941-4633 (fax) Specialty Timbers, Inc. Mr. Richard Nava LUMBER COOPERATIVE PO Box 17317 Baltimore, MD 21230 www.vikingforest.com PO Box 9105 PO Box 1339 [email protected] Hattiesburg, MS 39404 PO Box 607827 ENAP, Inc. 410/752-8092 ✧ 410/539-2494 (fax) Mr. Matt Brekke El Paso, TX 79982 Seeley Lake, MT 59868-1339 601/264-2962 ✧ 601/296-4766 (fax) Orlando, FL 32860-7827 ✧ 121 Executive Dr Mr. Jason Quenzer [email protected] 636/694-0603 ✧ 636/694-2626 (fax) 800/289-5627 800/606-5628 (fax) STRUCTURAL www.hoodindustries.com 407/290-5133 ✧ 407/290-2554 (fax) New Windsor, NY 12553 [email protected] www.artecpisos.com.mx www.thejobline.com ENGINEER Mr. Ronald W. Coker Mr. Brad Cooke 845/564-4900 ✧ 845/564-2547 (fax) LVL MANUFACTURER Mr. Richard Nava Mr. Thomas McAnally Callahan Associates, Inc. [email protected] BC Lumber & Manufac Co Inc. [email protected] 57 W Timonium Rd Ste 112 www.enap.com Finnforest USA The Truss Office [email protected] PO Box 9118 98 Azalea Circle Timonium, MD 21093 Mr. Mark Judson Lecours Lumber Co. Limited PO Box 545 Management Recruiters of Chicago- Greensboro, NC 27429 Paul J. Ford and Company 410/561-1980 ✧ 410/561-9522 (fax) [email protected] PO Box 9000 ✧ Roseville, MI 48066-0545 Boynton Beach, FL 33436-6742 West Loop 336/574-0110 336/574-0770 (fax) ✧ 3670 Maguire Blvd Ste 110 www.callahaninc.com Calstock, ON P0L 1B0 586/296-8770 ✧ 586/296-8773 (fax) 561/734-5208 561/734-5208 (fax) 222 S Morgan St Ste 3B ✧ Mr. Bill Conner Mr. Joe Lawson Orlando, FL 32803 Mr. Edward E. Callahan, P.E.,FASCE LUMBER DEALER 705/362-5980 705/463-3519 (fax) [email protected] www.finnforestus.com 407/898-9039 ✧ 407/897-3662 (fax) Chicago, IL 60607 [email protected] ✧ [email protected] Curtis Lumber Company Inc. Mr. Ernest Desgroseilliers Mr. James R. Gilleran www.pjfweb.com 312/666-9506 312/666-9560 (fax) Bloch Lumber Company 885 Rt. 67 [email protected] [email protected] VELUX America Inc. Mr. Kevin Toye www.mrchicagoloop.com Control Engineering Associates 123 N Wacker, Ste 525 104 Ben Casey Dr Mr. Dan Meikle 712 N 77 Sunshine Strip, Ste 8 Ballston Spa, NY 12020-3689 Maibec Industries, Inc. Tembec Inc. ✧ Chicago, IL 60606 Petite & Associates [email protected] Harlingen, TX 78550 518/885-5311 518/885-1126 (fax) 660 Rue Lenoir ✧ PO Box 1100 Fort Mill, SC 29708 312/466-4500 312/782-3156 (fax) ✧ 3449 N Shingle Rd 956/421-5656 ✧ 956/421-5659 (fax) www.curtislumber.com Saint Foy, QC G1X 3W3 Timmins, ON P4N 7H9 803/396-5718 864/941-4870 (fax) Princeton Search Group www.blochlumber.com Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Mr. Charles Durivage, P.E. Mr. Jon Hallgren 418/659-3323 ✧ 418/653-4354 (fax) 705/360-1299 ✧ 705/360-1230 (fax) www.veluxusa.com ✧ 8200 Haverstick Road, Ste 240 Mr. Gregg S. Riley 530/677-6682 530/677-4672 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] www.maibec.com www.tembec.com Mr. Forrest Mason Indianapolis, IN 46240 [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Larry Petite Mr. Jacques Bussiere Mr. Bruce Baird 317/257-5411 ✧ 317/259-6886 (fax) Felten Group, Inc. LUMBER DISTRIBUTOR [email protected] Continental Timber Company Inc. www.princetonsearch.com 3602 East Greenway Rd, Ste 100 PO Box 316 PAST PRESIDENT PROMOTIONAL & BlueLinx Corporation Pope & Talbot, Inc. MARKETING/ MARKETING PRODUCTS Mr. Jack G. Ritter Phoenix, AZ 85032 360 Inverness Dr South Valley Center, KS 67147 (RETIRED) [email protected] ✧ PO Box 8171 ✧ MANAGEMENT It’s Your Choice 602/867-2500 602/867-2503 (fax) Englewood, CO 80112 316/755-2361 316/755-1285 (fax) CONSULTANT Don Hershey Portland, OR 97207 20165 N. 67th Ave., Suite 118 RLS & Associates www.feltengroup.com 303/706-8107 ✧ 303/706-8646 (fax) Ms. Lori Stotts 6871 W Briles Rd 503/220-2750 ✧ 503/220-2755 (fax) Haverford Capital Advisors, Inc. Glendale, AZ 85308 13558 White Tail Dr. Mr. Greg Felten www.bluelinxco.com [email protected] Peoria, AZ 85383-7015 www.portal.com 41 Leopard Rd Suite 305 623/537-3376 ✧ 623/537-3375 (fax) Tyler, TX 75707 [email protected] Mr. David Landoch 630/466-4135 Mr. Craig Broady Cox Lumber Company Paoli, PA 19301 www.iyc-usa.com 866/322-9700 ✧ 734/264-4720 (fax) Jordan Engineering Group, LLC [email protected] ✧ Mr. Don Hershey [email protected] PO Box 1219 610/407-4020 610/407-4028 (fax) Mr. Curt Cress www.rlsandassociates.com 4908 E McDowell Rd, Ste 103 Hot Springs, AR 71902 www.haverfordcapital.com Lee Vulgaris Seneca Wholesale Lumber Co Rayonier Wood Products [email protected] Mr. Randy Stefanowicz Phoenix, AZ 85008 501/624-5666 ✧ 501/624-3350 (fax) Mr. Kirk A. Rebane PO Box 1100 ✧ 5400 W Northern Ave #103 1830 Golden Isles East [email protected] 602/244-8400 602/244-9100 (fax) Mr. Gary E. Cox [email protected] Marion, MA 02738 Glendale, AZ 85310 Baxley, GA 31513 PUBLICATION Mr. Robert H. Jordan ✧ [email protected] 508/748-2260 623/939-5155 623/939-6766 (fax) 912/367-1587 ✧ 912/367-1570 (fax) Qualtim, Inc. Layman’s Lumber & Panel Guide RECYCLING PRODUCTS/ [email protected] Mr. Alan Stills Mr. Lee Vulgaris CONSULTANT www.rayonier.com East Coast Lumber Company, Inc. 5937 Meadowood Dr Ste 7 PO Box 706 KRW Consulting Group, LLC Mr. Bill Richardson PO Box 58 Madison, WI 53711-4125 Leonard Sylk Burlington, NC 27216 Vecoplan, LLC 1881 Commerce Dr, Ste 109 LUMBER MILL Climax, NC 27233 608/271-1176 ✧ 608/271-7006 (fax) 350 N. Highland Ave 919/304-5105 ✧ 800/237-6912 (fax) PO Box 7224 Swanson Group Inc. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-2134 Beadles Lumber Co. 336/685-5812 ✧ 336/685-4236 (fax) www.qualtim.com Merion Station, PA 19066 www.laymansguide.net High Point, NC 27264 ✧ PO Box 250 847/734-0128 847/734-0131 (fax) PO Box 3457 www.eastcoastonline.com Ms. Suzanne M. Grundahl 609/261-4300 ✧ 609/261-4100 (fax) Mr. Matt Layman 336/861-6070 ✧ 336/861-4329 (fax) Glendale, OR 97442 www.krweng.com Moultrie, GA 31776-0987 Mr. Keith D. Yow [email protected] Mr. Leonard Sylk [email protected] www.vecoplanllc.com 541/832-1190 ✧ 541/832-1177 (fax) Mr. Daniel Roig, S.E. P.E. 229/985-6996 ✧ 229/985-0344 (fax) See ad on page 101. [email protected] Mr. Len Beusse www.swansongroupinc.com Empire Wholesale Lumber Co. R. E. Taylor & Associates [email protected] www.pineonline.com [email protected] Mr. Bob Maurer PO Box 1248 #501-543 Granville ST. Mr. Joe Castleberry Mulhern & Kulp Structural Bath, OH 44210-1248 Vancouver, BC V6C 1X8 Engineering, Inc. ✧ 330/665-7800 330/665-7888 (fax) 604/801-5996 ✧ 604/801-5997 (fax) 20 South Maple St., Suite 150 www.empirewholesale.com www.woodmarkets.com Ambler, PA 19002 Mr. Peter A. Carroll Mr. Russell Taylor 215/646-8001 ✧ 215/646-8310 (fax) [email protected] [email protected] www.mulhernandkulp.com Mr. Michael Mulhern, PE [email protected]

82 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 83 Norman Scheel, S.E. Pratt Industries TRUSS PLATE TURBO WEB SUPPLIER 5022 Sunrise Blvd. 2979 West Bay Dr, Ste 19 MANUFACTURER Turb-O-Web USA, Inc. Fair Oaks, CA 95628 Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770 Alpine Engineered Products, Inc. 2665 N Atlantic Ave, #400 916/536-9585 ✧ 916/536-0260 (fax) 727/584-1414 ✧ 727/584-2323 (fax) PO Box 2225 Daytona Beach, FL 32118 www.nsse.com www.prattinc.com Pompano Beach, FL 33061-2225 888/887-2693 ✧ 321/747-0306 (fax) Mr. Norman Scheel, S.E. Mr. Danilo Claveria 954/781-3333 www.turb-o-web.com [email protected] SK&A Engineers 954/973-2644 (fax) Mr. John Griffith See ad on page 30. 1709 N St www.alpeng.com [email protected] Washington, DC 20036 Mr. Chris Cronje See ad on page 34. 202/659-2520 ✧ 202/659-1097 (fax) [email protected] www.skaengineers.com See ad on pages 54-55, 95. Mr. Guy Razzi [email protected]

STRUCTURAL Precision Equipment Manufacturing INSULATED PANEL 2719 40th Avenue North MANUFACTURER Fargo, ND 58102 Cherokee Metal Products 701/237-5161 ✧ 701/280-0946 (fax) Energy Panel Structures PO Box 1520 UNIVERSITY www.mfg.precisionequipmfg.com PO Box 238 Morristown, TN 37816 University of Wisconsin - Madison Mr. Bill Adams Graettinger, IA 51342 423/586-7831 ✧ 423/586-0483 (fax) 1415 Engineering Dr ✧ [email protected] 712/859-3219 712/859-3275 (fax) www.masengills.com Madison, WI 53706-1607 ✧ www.epsbuildings.com Rand Manufacturing Inc. Mr. Wayne Masengill 608/262-7711 608/265-8213 (fax) Mr. Chris Spaeth PO Box 90035 [email protected] www.engr.wisc.edu Raleigh, NC 27675 Prof. Steven Cramer, P.E. CompuTrus, Inc. THIRD PARTY 800/264-7620 ✧ 252/475-1470 (fax) [email protected] 31945 Corydon Rd INSPECTION AGENCY www.randmanufacturing.com Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 PFS Corporation Mrs. Ashley W. Brown USED TRUSS 951/245-9525 ✧ 909/343-3180 (fax) 2402 Daniels St See ad on page 103. MANUFACTURING www.computrus.com Madison, WI 53718 EQUIPMENT DEALER Mr. William T. Turnbull 608/221-3361 ✧ 608/223-5560 (fax) Wood Truss Systems, Inc. [email protected] www.pfscorporation.com PO Box 517 Mr. Michael Slifka, P.E. Eagle Metal Products Yorktown, IN 47396-0517 PO Box 1267 765/751-9990 ✧ 765/751-9991 (fax) Mabank, TX 75147 www.woodtrusssystems.com ✧ Risk Services-Nevada, Inc. TREATER (WOOD) 800/521-3245 903/887-1723 (fax) Mr. Jay R. Halteman www.eaglemetal.com [email protected] 1210 S ValleyView Blvd #114 Cox Wood Preserving Company Mr. Jerry Burney Las Vegas, NV 89139 PO Box 1124 [email protected] 702/678-6868 ✧ 702/678-6677 (fax) Orangeburg, SC 29116-1124 WALL PANEL See ad on page 53. EQUIPMENT MANUFAC- www.riskservices.com 803/534-7467 ✧ 803/534-6328 (fax) TURER/SOFTWARE Mr. Joshua Schultz www.coxwood.com [email protected] Mr. Bruce R. Palmer Viking Engineering & [email protected] Development Inc. Timber Products Inspection, Inc. 5750 Main St NE PO Box 919 CSI-Chemical Specialties, Inc. Minneapolis, MN 55432 Conyers, GA 30012 200 E Woodlawn Rd Suite 350 800/328-2403 ✧ 763/571-7379 (fax) ✧ MiTek Industries, Inc. 770/922-8000 770/922-1290 (fax) Charlotte, NC 28217 www.wallpanelassembly.com 14515 N Outer Forty Ste 300 www.tpinspection.com 704/522-0825 ✧ 704/527-8232 (fax) Mr. Rick Autey Chesterfield, MO 63017 Mr. Patrick Edwards www.treatedwood.com [email protected] 314/434-1200 ✧ 314/434-5343 (fax) [email protected] Mr. David Fowlie See ad on page 11. [email protected] www.mii.com Mr. Thomas J. Manenti Diacon Technologies Ltd. [email protected] TRAILER 135-11960 Hammersmith Way See ad on pages 2-3, 31, 35, 39, 43, 99. MANUFACTURER Richmond, BC V4A7K5 604/307-0529 ✧ 604/271-4266 (fax) A-NU-PROSPECT www.diacom.com PO Box 89 Mr. Terry C. Stigings St. Marys, ON N4X 1A9 [email protected] 519/349-2202 ✧ 519/349-2342 (fax) www.trusstrailer.com EcoTreat, Inc. Mr. Joe Wilhelm 33 Market Point Dr Robbins Engineering, Inc. See ad on page 24. Greenville, SC 29607 PO Box 280055 864/527-0497 ✧ 864/288-4608 (fax) Tampa, FL 33682 www.ecotreatinc.com 813/972-1135 ✧ 813/978-8626 (fax) Mr. Clayton R. McKee www.robbinseng.com [email protected] Mr. Dionel Cotanda [email protected] Lakeside Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. Osmose, Inc. See ad on pages 26-27. PO Box 638 PO Drawer 0 Crocker, MO 65452 Griffin, GA 30224-0249 573/736-2966 ✧ 573/736-5515 (fax) 770/233-4200 ✧ 770/412-0819 (fax) www.rollerbed.com www.osmose.com Mr. Lee J. Kinsman Mr. John Taylor [email protected] [email protected] See ad on pages 92-93. Truswal Systems Corporation TRUSS DESIGN REVIEW 1101 N Great Southwest Pkwy Graber Supply LLC Arlington, TX 76011 491 Gap Newport Pike 817/633-5100 ✧ 817/652-3079 (fax) Atglen, PA 19310 www.truswal.com 610/593-3500 ✧ 610/593-2510 (fax) Mr. Carl Schoening Mr. Reuben Graber [email protected] [email protected] See ad on pages 46-47.

84 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info Structural SteelSteel TrussTruss && ComponentComponent Component AssociationAssociation MembershipMembership Distributors Association Membership NUCONSTEEL Regular 1020 Shady Oaks Dr. Supplier Associate Members Denton, TX 76205 Members Members Simpson Strong-Tie Co. 940/383-0593 Regular Members Silver Supplier PO Box 2969 All-Span, Inc. 940/484-8301 (fax) Allied Studco B & B Systems, LLC LRC Products Members Dublin, CA 94568 9347 All-Span Dr. Mr. Courtney Hanson 2525 N. 27th Avenue 312 W. Tremont Ave. PO Box 737 Finnforest USA - Engineered Wood Div. 925/560-9000 Bridgeville, DE 19933 [email protected] Phoenix, AZ 85009 Charlotte, NC 28203 Warsaw, IN 46581-0737 PO Box 545 925/560-1496 302/349-9460 www.nuconsteel.com 602/352-7641 Mr. David W. Griffith 574/267-6561 • 574/267-8572 (fax) Mr. Tawn Simons 302-349-9461 (fax) 602/352-7620 (fax) 704/377-9777 Roseville, MI 48066-0545 Okaw Truss, Inc. Mr. Philip Barkey [email protected] Mr. JJ Carter Mr. Michael Meek 704/376-1975 (fax) 586/296-8770 • 586/296-8773 (fax) 368 E. State Route 133 [email protected] www.strongtie.com [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Jim Gilleran Arthur, IL 61911-6240 www.lrcproducts.com See ad on page 45. www.allspaninc.com www.studco.com www.bbcontractingco.com [email protected] 217/543-3371 Roberts & Dybdahl, Inc. www.finnforestus.com Cascade Manufacturing Co. 217/543-3376 (fax) Alpine Engineered Products Light Gauge Steel PO Box 1908 PO Box 220 Mr. Elvin Schrock PO Box 2225 Engineers Association Cascade, IA 52033-0220 [email protected] Pompano Beach, FL 33061-2225 (LGSEA) Des Moines, IA 50306 Bronze Supplier 563/852-3231 www.okawtruss.com 800/786-5006 1201 15th Street, NW, Suite 320 515/283-7100 • 515/283-7141 (fax) Members 563/852-7391 (fax) 361/798-4774 (TX fax) Washington, DC 20005 Mr. Carl Seidler USP Structural Connectors Pacific Coast Truss Mr. Michael Noonan Mr. John Carpenter 202/263-4488 [email protected] Anthony Forest Products Co. 703 Rogers Ave. Fabricators [email protected] [email protected] 202/785-3856 (fax) www.robertsdybdahl.com PO Box 1877 Montgomery, MN 56069 263 N. Covina Lane El Dorado, AR 71731 507/364-7333 www.alpeng.com [email protected] Schultz, Snyder & Steele Lumber Central Kansas Truss Co., Inc. City of Industry, CA 91746 870/862-3414 • 870/862-6206 (fax) 507/364-5673 (fax) See ads on pages 54-55, 95. www.lgsea.com PO Box 24124 PO Box 257 626/968-4595 Mr. Kerlin Drake Mr. Tim Comstock Valley Center, KS 67147-0257 626/968-4395 (fax) Steel Framing Alliance Lansing, MI 48909-4128 [email protected] [email protected] 316/755-3114 Ms. Jeanne Davenport 1201 15th Street, NW, Suite 320 517/349-8220 • 517/349-8377 (fax) www.anthonyforest.com www.uspconnectors.com 316/755-3330 (fax) [email protected] Washington, DC 20005 Mr. Ken Dugopolski See ad on page 97. Mr. Jeffrey A. St. Clair 202/785-2022 [email protected] Sentry Building Components Louisiana-Pacific [email protected] Truswal Systems Corp. 202/785-3856 (fax) PO Box 1162 www.ssslbr.com Engineered Wood Products Division 1101 N. Great Southwest Pkwy Mr. Don Allen, P.E. Century Truss Company Jennings, LA 70546-1162 2706 Highway 421 North Arlington, TX 76017 [email protected] Snavely Forest Products of Michigan 337/824-4865 Wilmington, NC 28401 817/633-5100 www.steelframingalliance.com 2700 Emory Rd. 7600 Kensington Ct. 337/824-4866 (fax) 910/762-9878 • 910/763-8178 (fax) 817/652-3079 (fax) Finksburg, MD 21048 Brighton, MI 48116 Mr. JC McMillan Pagel, Davis & Hill PC Mr. John Dawick Mr. Antonio Justice 410/517-3900 • 410/517-3933 (fax) 248/486-4000 [email protected] 1415 Louisiana St 22nd Floor [email protected] [email protected] Mr. Clark Spitzer Associate Members 248/486-0880 (fax) www.crawfishnet.com/sentry/ Houston, TX 77002 www.lpcorp.com www.truswal.com [email protected] Mr. Rick Wyble 713/951-0160 Pagel, Davis & Hill PC Summit Structural Stud See ad on pages 46-47. www.snavelyforest.com Norbord Industries, Inc. [email protected] 713/951-0662 (fax) 1415 Louisiana St 22nd Floor Panel & Trusses 1 Toronto St. Suite 500 www.centurytruss.com Mr. Kent Pagel Stark Truss Company, Inc. Houston, TX 77002 10646 Dutchtown Rd. Toronto, ON Canada M5C 2W4 [email protected] PO Box 80469 713/951-0160 • 713/951-0662 (fax) Gem State Truss Co., Inc. Knoxville, TN 37932 416/365-0700 • 416/777-4415 www.pdhlaw.com Canton, OH 44708 Mr. Kent Pagel 16255 Franklin Blvd. 865/675-2686 Mr. John Marson 330/478-2100 • 330/478-6359 [email protected] Nampa, ID 83687-8211 865/675-1580 (fax) Qualtim, Inc. [email protected] 208/461-1234 Mr. Todd Gerringer 5937 Meadowood Dr Ste 7 Mr. Don Groom www.pdhlaw.com Western Metal Lath www.norbord.com 208/461-1183 (fax) [email protected] Madison, WI 53711-4125 [email protected] 6510 General Drive Qualtim, Inc. Mr. John Hubbard www.summittruss.com 608/271-1176 www.starktruss.com Pacific Woodtech Corporation Riverside, CA 92509 5937 Meadowood Dr Ste 7 [email protected] 608/271-7006 (fax) 1850 Park Lane TEAM Panels International 909/360-3500 Trussco Inc. www.gemstatetruss.com Mr. Kirk Grundahl Burlington, WA 98233 Madison, WI 53711-4125 1600 W. Harvard 909/360-3333 (fax) PO Box 839 [email protected] 360/707-2200 • 360/707-2211 (fax) 608/271-1176 • 608/271-7006 (fax) Metal Truss of Indiana, Inc. Englewood, CO 80110 Mr. John Maciel North Kingstown, RI 02852-0879 www.qualtim.com Mr. Michael St. John Mr. Kirk Grundahl PO Box 17708 303/935-8575 [email protected] 401/295-0669 • 401/295-5760 (fax) See ad on page 101. [email protected] [email protected] Indianapolis, IN 46217 303/935-8140 (fax) www.wmlinc.com Mr. James Strader, P.E. www.qualtim.com 317/690-2882 Mr. Gregg Miller www.pacificwoodtech.com Wheeling Corrugating Co. [email protected] • www.trussus.com See ad on page 101. 317/881-3173 (fax) [email protected] Rosboro Lumber 1134 Market Street U.S. Glu-Lam Inc. Mr. Joseph M. Barr www.teampanels.com PO Box 20 Wheeling, WV 26003 4245 W. 166th St. [email protected] Springfield, OR 97477 304/234-2619 Oak Forest, IL 60452 541/746-8411 • 541/726-8919 (fax) 304/2342343 (fax) 708/535-6506 • 708/535-6573 (fax) Mr. David Boltz Mr. Michael Kirkelie Mr. John Flaherty [email protected] [email protected] www.usglulam.com www.wheelingcorrugating.com www.rosboro.com

86 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 87 The Adult Learning Model: Think Like a Child

by Carl Schoening

any of you may know I had the very wonderful opportunity to experience M fatherhood again a year ago. This has been an incredible year for me. I have enjoyed watching in bewildered awe how my beautiful little girl, Jacy, has grown and learned new things with each passing day. She now only has to watch something being done once for her to try to imitate the action and a few times to master it. This has been mostly a fun experience except when she has watched her mother or I do something around the house that we don’t want her to do because it may be dangerous, like plugging in or unplugging an appliance.

I started thinking about how much Jacy has learned in a very short period of time and began wondering why we, as adults, don’t have the same desire to learn new things. I have come to the conclusion that we have either forgotten how to learn or that we simply don’t want to learn. In either case we are worse off for it.

As our industry continues to evolve we must keep up with the latest technology or be resigned to always do things as we have traditionally done them, becoming stagnant and letting the industry and profit opportunity pass us by. I suppose that it could be that our curiosity and wonder of the world has become diluted by our daily grind, urgency to produce and belief that we have mastered all we need to know. It brings me back to the industry’s grassroots themes like perpetual learn- ing, ongoing technological evolution and breakthrough innovation to advance the use of building components.

A few weeks ago I was stunned as Jacy took her first steps and is now scurrying Have we forgotten how to learn about playing and learning every day. By watching her, I have noticed that the as adults? Teach yourself process of learning something new begins with the first step, the first sense that to learn by thinking like a child. there is something new to learn and movement toward that knowledge. Now when I leave the house to head to the office or airport, I stop in on Jacy and get that reminder. I embark on each day with a renewed sense of wonder and look forward to finding new skills and mastering those things I have learned. It makes my days full and fulfilling. Everything seems fresh and every experience—no matter how frequently performed—is a life lesson.

...the process of learning something new begins with the first step, the first sense that there is something new to learn and movement toward that knowledge.

I challenge each of you to watch children at play and relearn how to learn. Keep an open mind and don’t let adult logic keep you from experiencing the wonders of at a glance the world. Recently I was told about an experiment that a highly regarded business consultant performed: ❑ If you look at your business through the For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/canfor.htm He visited a kindergarten classroom and on the blackboard (well, really a white dry eyes of a child, will you see things dif- erase board…just one more thing to make you feel the march of time) he placed a dot. ferently? Without further explanation he asked the children, “What is that?” Hands flew up all ❑ Become an idea guy, here’s how. over the room. One said it was a star in the sky, another said it was a freckle, another

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Hitting Closer to Home by Sean D. Shields

Okay, let’s have a show of hands of those who have attended the Legislative Of course, a District-based meeting doesn’t have to occur in the legisla- Conference in Washington, DC in the past and either were unable to meet tor’s office. As Kendall found, taking them on a tour of your manufactur- with your actual Congressperson, or you did, and they seemed less than ing facility can be also be very effective. While you are less likely to have attentive in your meeting. It may be that your particular lawmaker is not time for a one-on-one meeting, you have the benefit of being able to show engaged in the many important legislative and regulatory issues facing our your lawmaker first-hand the nature of your business and size and scope industry, but more likely, it stems from the fact that lawmakers are inundat- of your operations and employment base. Nothing says “economic ed with requests, concerns, information and arguments. growth” more concisely than a few truckloads of building components, fresh off the assembly line, leaving your plant on their way to a jobsite. You’ve undoubtedly read about the power, there’s plenty of it within the hallowed halls of our national Capitol. You’ve heard about the money, There are a number of ways these meetings can be arranged. If you which seems to flow as freely as the Mississippi while lawmakers are already have a relationship with your lawmaker, either through past in session. Naturally, these two entities converge at some point, and it Legislative Conference attendance or a similar experience, you may generally is in the company of our nationally elected members of choose to contact their local District office yourself to schedule a meet- Congress. Shocked? Probably not. ing when they plan to be in town. But, if you don’t relish the idea of doing all the talking yourself, you may want to schedule a District meet- However, what’s missing in this discussion is the vast amount of vital ing through your WTCA Chapter, where multiple companies can send decision-making and weighing of issues jam packed in every moment representatives to a single meeting. In addition, WTCA staff is always of a lawmaker’s day. If they don’t meet with you, or they don’t seem here to help you in any way that we can. Just give us a call if you are engaged, it’s because they’re wrestling with an untold number of other interested in pulling together a meeting. issues that seem to them to be of vital importance. I don’t mean to sound too idealistic, but lawmakers do care about you and your busi- Don’t worry, you don’t have to go to a meeting with your lawmaker ness concerns, whether or not they appear to at the moment you are empty handed. WTCA staff is currently compiling a full complement of scheduled to meet with them during your conference visit in May. talking points on a number of national issues facing this industry. Much like the materials prepared for the meetings at the Legislative Confer- They care because you are their constituent, and you represent real ence in May, these talking points can help you in delivering strong facts jobs, economic growth, affordable housing and local prosperity. You and industry perspective to your elected officials. There are also full- and your employees are the very individuals who have handed them color state maps illustrating the local breadth of the building compo- the reigns of responsibility, and they will listen to what you have to say. nents industry, as well as the new WTCA Policy Handbook for 2005. As Kendall Hoyd noted in his Editor’s Message (page 7), going to Additional materials are also being added to the new SBC Legislative Capitol Hill, with all its excitement and high-profile pressure, can be web site (www.sbcleg.com), which you can always check for the latest just the beginning in the process of developing a relationship with your information or legislative and regulatory issues. legislator. They do listen, amidst all the distractions, but may not be able to be as attentive as they would like to be. However, as Kendall A District office meeting is one of many relationship-building tools. It can notes, these meetings can lead to much more attention during a more serve as an important step in building that bridge toward having an advo- relaxed meeting in the home district. cate for you on national issues. However, there really is no substitute for showing your personal commitment, and traveling to their Congressional For this reason, in addition to your participation in the SBC 2005 office in Washington, DC. It may be a wild and crazy place, but it’s where Legislative Conference in Washington, DC on May 4-6, we’re encour- the actual decisions are made and the votes are cast. Scheduling these aging component manufacturers and suppliers to set up meetings with national meetings is essential in order for our industry to be heard, but their lawmakers while they are in their local District offices. As men- each visit can be made more successful if the groundwork is already laid tioned in the January/February column, U.S. House of Representatives at an earlier meeting within the District office. generally have one to three offices, while U.S. Senators can have up to seven located in major population centers around the state. The con- If you would like more information on how to set up a District meet- cept is that, given the relatively calmer and slower paced environment ing or plant tour, or how to get your local WTCA Chapter involved, of their District office, you will have more success in forging a one-on- give me a call at 608/310-6728, or send an email to sshields@ one relationship and in generating an understanding of your concerns. qualtim.com. SBC

94 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/alpine.htm Chapter Corner Calendar of Events Check out WTCA’s web site at www.woodtruss.com for the most current calendar information.

April Rensselaer, NY. For more information, contact Anna at WTCA-National, For more information about WTCA Chapters and how to become more involved, contact Anna L. Stamm (608/310-6719 or [email protected]) or Danielle Bothun • 19: Central Florida Component Manufacturers Association (CFCMA) 608/310-6719 or [email protected]. (608/310-6735 or [email protected]). Contributions to Chapter Corner, including pictures, are encouraged. Submissions may be edited for grammar, length and clarity. Chapter Meeting. For more information, contact Chapter President Chuck May Stillwaggon at 352/343-0680 or [email protected]. wood lumber situation and lumber prices. The next meeting and golf • 3: Southwest Florida Truss Manufacturers Association (SWFTMA) Chapter Spotlight tournament will be April 21 in Dallas. • 19: Tennessee Truss Manufacturers Association (TTMA) Chapter Meeting. Chapter Meeting. For more information, contact Chapter President For more information, contact Chapter President Jerry Robertson at Jim Swain at 239/437-1100 or [email protected]. Two New Chapters Join WTCA WTCA–New York 931/645-3324 or [email protected]. At the January meeting, New York Chapter members prepared for the • 4-6: WTCA Legislative Conference & Open Quarterly Meeting, We are pleased to announce that two new chapters upcoming builders’ association and state code council meetings. In par- • 20: WTCA-Northeast Chapter Meeting. Holiday Inn, Worcester, MA. For Washington, DC. Contact WTCA Staff for details (608/274-4849, have joined WTCA. Welcome aboard Minnesota ticular, they reviewed proposed changes that would affect building story more information, contact Anna at WTCA-National, 608/310-6719 or [email protected]). All are welcome to attend! [email protected]. Truss Manufacturers Association (MTMA) and height, minimum uniformly distributed live loads, truss to wall connec- • 11: Chapter Teleconference. For more information, contact Anna at Western Component Manufacturers Association (WCMA). tions and fire code provisions. A letter to the State was approved also with • 21: North Florida Component Manufacturers Association (NFCMA) WTCA-National, 608/310-6719 or [email protected]. With MTMA in Minnesota and WCMA covering Oregon and south- provisions that members hoped would enhance clarity, provide uniformi- Chapter Meeting. Embassy Suites, Jacksonville, FL. For more in- • 12: Mid Atlantic Wood Truss Council (MAWTC) Chapter Meeting. ern Washington, we now have 32 chapters representing members ty between the IBC, IRC and IFC, and enhance fire safety. The next steps formation, contact Anna at WTCA-National, 608/310-6719 or KatManDu Restaurant, Trenton, NJ. For more information, contact Anna at across 37 states! in the labeling process were considered also as the notice of rule adop- [email protected]. WTCA-National, 608/310-6719 or [email protected]. tion was published in December. Following the lengthy discussion on If you would like more information on the chapter in your area, • 21: South Florida Truss & Component Manufacturers Association codes and rules, members turned toward chapter business matters and • 12: Wisconsin Truss Manufacturers Association (WTMA) Chapter give them a call! Contact information for each chapter president (SFTCMA) Chapter Meeting. For more information, contact Chapter meeting topics. It was proposed that the chapter move toward three meet- Meeting. For more information, contact Chapter President Dale Vinson at is listed on the WTCA web site and in the membership directory President Perky Becht at 772/465-2012 or [email protected]. ings per year instead of four, with the fourth being replaced by an infor- 920/458-8325 or [email protected]. on page 78 of this issue of SBC Magazine. Otherwise, contact • 21: Truss Manufacturers Association of Texas (TMAT) Membership mal gathering at BCMC. Possible meeting speakers were considered. The • 17: California Engineered Structural Components Association Southern Anna or Dani at WTCA-National. Meeting & Golf Tournament, Dallas, TX. For more information, contact next meeting will be April 21 at the NRLA Educational Center in Rensselaer. Region Chapter Meeting, 3:00-6:00 pm, The Mission Inn, Riverside, CA. Anna at WTCA-National, 608/3106719 or [email protected]. Furthermore, if you are in one of the few states left where no WTCA–Northeast For more information, contact Anna at WTCA-National, 608/310-6719 or chapter has formed yet, then let’s see what we can do about that! • 21: WTCA-New York Chapter Meeting. NRLA Educational Center, The main topic in January was setting the agenda for the year, and all [email protected]. Contact WTCA and we’ll help you and the fellow WTCA members agreed education was an excellent focus. The chapter will reach out to in your area set up a chapter. Chapters are WTCA’s local eyes and homebuilders and contractors and continue its programs for building ears and are our single most important source of information inspectors. Maintaining a presence at educational seminars has helped affecting what our industry’s work priorities should be. They are keep a consistent application of the codes. More education helps also a very valuable way of establishing solid working relation- bridge the gap with joist and rafter framing in those instances where it ships, so that our industry has the strongest team possible appears they are nearly exempt from the same codes as are aplied to should a need arise that requires immediate action. SBC trusses. For its April meeting, the chapter will invite the Rhode Island code enforcement committee to attend. Under chapter business, the members agreed to begin providing monetary support for the national Chapter Highlights board representative to travel to WTCA Board meetings. Annual chap- Joint Chapter Meeting ter dues for the company sponsoring the rep will be paid by the chap- The Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky and Tennessee Chapters held a very ter and a plaque to thank them for their support will be purchased. successful Joint Chapter Meeting on February 11 in Chattanooga, TN. Following the meeting and a poll of the chapter members, it was deter- Approximately forty members from all four chapters participated in the mined that the upcoming meetings in 2005 will be switched to lunch meeting and dinner. Featuring a roundtable discussion on issues of inter- meetings and the meal will be paid by the chapter. The next meeting est to members, the evening could not have gone better. The discussion will be held at noon on April 20 at the Holiday Inn Worcester. included the BSCI series of documents, sealed placement plans and WTCA Ohio Chapter Association electronic seals, the new Truss Load Guide, whole house design, contracts The chapter was pleased to start the year by continuing its practice of and warranties, and third party inspections. Chapter members were able combining a meeting with a plant tour and appreciated the opportunity to to strengthen their relationship with WTCA staff and each other, and they tour Automated Building Components’ brand new plant in Dayton. At the may have begun an annual joint meeting tradition. meeting, members discussed the simplified method versus the matrix Truss Manufacturers Association of Texas method, the problems with poles barns, and increases in plate and lumber At its first meeting of the year, the chapter happily accepted posses- sizes. Members shared their experiences and reiterated how important it is sion of the new WTCA #1 Chapter Traveling Trophy for winning the to follow the code. The chapter will ask the national office to address these 2004 Membership Drive (see page 85). Two guest speakers were wel- issues. After lunch, conversation turned to the chapter’s educational efforts comed. WTCA staff member Tony Piek delivered a presentation on In- and distribution of the Carbeck fire performance CD. Members were Plant WTCA QC as well as highlighted the array of products and serv- encouraged to give truss plant tours to introduce firefighters to the truss ices WTCA has developed to support members’ businesses. Barbara industry in a very hands-on way. It was agreed the next meeting would be Douglas of the Lumber Association of Texas (LAT) discussed the soft- combined with a golf tournament and will be planned for July. SBC For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/usp.htm

96 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info 97 Housing Starts Housing starts hit a 17-month low in June, as the single family sector fell 9.5% to 1.489 million (SAAR). Weakness in the multifamily activity was more subdued, but still down 3.7%. Permits, an Builder Banter PANELS. SSTACKED.TACKED. indicator of future activity, were not much better, falling 8.2% and 6.2% for total starts and single family respectively.

Online Database of Construction Waste Recyclers The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that the nation generates 136 million tons of waste each year. The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Construction Waste Management program promotes the responsible disposal of this waste, which includes con- crete, asphalt, masonry, wood and other materials, much of which can be recycled or processed for reuse if handled properly. The online database is a service for those seeking information about companies that haul, collect and process debris from construction projects. The database is housed on the “Whole Building Design Guide” portal and can be accessed at www.wbdg.org. [Source: Building Safety Journal, December 2004, p. 69] New ToolBase.org Feature ToolBase.org has added a new feature to its line-up: a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) data- base with technical questions submitted by members of the homebuilding industry and answers provided by ToolBase’s Hotline and Ask an Expert Staff. The database is searchable by keyword, or you can access a topic by category, including: Affordable Construction Technologies; Codes, Regulations & Standards; Failures and Failure Prevention; Natural Disasters; Remodeling and Analysis & Outlook: Housing fell unexpectedly much more. Access the ToolBase.org FAQ Knowledge Base at www.toolbase.org. [Source: in June, but in line with other economic data— ToolBase News, Winter 2005, p. 2] retail sales, industrial output, and payroll growth all slowed—suggesting that June did see a minor Green Building Initiative for Residential Builders slump. However, housing fundamentals remain A new Green Building Initiative (GBI) is making “going green” a little easier for residential solid. The economy is simply taking a “breather,” builders. GBI is designed to help builders, developers, architects and building owners to better and this is actually good because it takes some pressure off the FED to raise rates more aggres- understand green building, as well as to provide access to tools that will help people in residen- sively. Apparently, the bond market feels the same tial and commercial construction incorporate green building techniques into their businesses. way, as yields have come off a bit with prices The focus of this not-for-profit organization is a marketing and education initiative, rather than a showing some appreciation. Looking forward, a standards-setting group. It is supported by a broad cross-section of organizations and individu- new concern is “are we headed for an economic als with an interest in residential and commercial construction. To learn more, visit slowdown?” As I mentioned above, the consensus is that the economy is simply hitting a “bump in www.theGBI.com or call 877/424-4241. [Source: LBM Journal, December 2004, p. 6] the road,” and this may be good because the economy was accelerating a bit too fast anyway. Home Builders Remain Confident In March Job creation is much better than it was the previ- A modest increase in home mortgage rates over the past month hasn’t dampened builder enthu- ous two years; the world economy (Asia particu- siasm in the market for new single-family homes, according to the latest National Association of larly) remains strong and thankfully China seems Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), released March 15. 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Announcements Joe Kannapell has been pro- MITEK INDUSTRIES, INC. RESTRUC- moted to regional vice presi- TURES & NAMES PRESIDENT dent. In this role, he will have On March 14, MiTek announced that it has overall responsibility for sales restructured its U.S. Business Unit, MiTek In- and service in the Mid-Atlantic Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics dustries, Inc. and Southeastern states. Industry News

“The building components market is changing Tom Mort has been promoted SBC Staff recently upgraded Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics and this restructuring allows us to better address to regional vice president. In the technology used to deliver the evolving needs of our customers...,” said this role, he will have overall re- Industry News on our web site: Gene Toombs, chairman and CEO of MiTek. “Our sponsibility for sales and serv- www.sbcmag.info. goal with these changes is to create an even bet- ice in the Northeast and Eastern ter overall experience for our customers.” Great Lakes states. Both Kannapell and Mort will Staff will be providing weekly also take on the role of executive account man- updates to the site and Source: www.consumerresearchcenter.org The restructuring includes several internal pro- agers for a select group of multi-location, nation- reminders to our readership motions to newly created positions: FEBRUARY 2005 ISM BUSINESS SURVEY AT A GLANCE al customers. [For full release, visit www.sbc- via email. Watch your inbox mag.info/mitek.htm.] SBC Series Index Direction Feb vs Jan Rate of Change Feb vs Jan Tom Manenti has been pro- for the latest news headlines moted to president. In this Visit www.sbcmag.info for additional from SBC Magazine! ISM Manufacturing 55.3 Growing Slower role, he will be responsible for industry news & announcements! Index (formerly PMI) the overall business of MiTek New Orders 55.8 Growing Slower Source: Federal Reserve Board Industries, Inc. in the USA. Production 56.7 Growing Slower Dick Marriott has been pro- InIn MemoriamMemoriam Stay moted to senior vice presi- Employment 57.4 Growing Slower Ronald Wright dent–sales. In this role, Mar- Ronald Wright, 67, a cowboy, welder and entrepreneur who for many years owned Production Equipment Connected! riott will be responsible for the Supplier Deliveries 53.9 Slowing Faster and Engineering in Haltom City, TX, passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2005, at his home on the management of the sales force, Brazos River in Parker County. Mr. Wright was born May 24, 1937, in Redwood City, CA. After high Inventories 48.6 Contracting From Contracting Midwest and Western focus, and customer rela- Chapter Teleconferences are a great way to school, he worked as a cowboy for various ranches in Colorado and Texas. He also worked for several tions activities. Customers’ Inventories 42.5 Contracting Faster keep informed about issues that affect the years at Clary Corp. in Fort Worth. He started his own machinery manufacturing business in Haltom City, industry as well as to network with other where he developed long-term relationships with customers around the world. He was well-known for his Prices 65.5 Increasing Slower Steve Cabler has been pro- component manufacturers. Join these outrageous antics and practical jokes, as well as his unfailing generosity. He retired in 1998 and moved moted to senior vice presi- to his home in the Brazos River community of Soda Springs, where he enjoyed spending time with his upcoming calls: Backlog of Orders 50.5 Increasing Unchanged dent–engineering and tech- family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Deborah; daughter Wendie Lunsford; sons, Riff Wright, nical services. He will lead Exports 57.4 Growing Faster April 13 • May 11 • 1 pm ET Trace Wright, Toby Wright and Jacob Patterson; and seven grandchildren. A more extensive look at MiTek’s engineering and tech- Wright’s contribution to the industry is forthcoming in SBC Magazine. Call Anna for details at 608/310-6719. Imports 60.7 Growing Slower nical development teams, as well as oversee the Submissions to “In Memoriam” can be emailed to [email protected]. Photos are encouraged and will run as space allows. internal and field technical support groups. Submissions may be edited for grammar, length and clarity. For an in-depth explanation of this summary, go to www.ism.ws/ISMReport/ROB032005.cfm.

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102 April 2005 Structural Building Components Magazine www.sbcmag.info For reader service, go to www.sbcmag.info/rand.htm MiTek Industries, Inc. Qualtim, Inc. Tolleson Lumber Company Inc. Pgs: 2-3, 31, 35, 39, 43, 99 MiTek is the single-source suppli- Pg: 101 Qualtim is a technical marketing company dedicated Pg: 106 Tolleson Lumber Company is a family owned business that Advertiser Index er for component manufacturers. We offer 20/20 “Perfect Vision”® soft- to assisting companies that transact business in the structural building has produced quality southern yellow pine lumber since 1919. Our state ware, eFrame® whole house design software, integrated management and component market. We offer a broad range of marketing services. Our tal- of the art sawmills are located in Perry, Georgia and Preston, Georgia, with production software along with engineering services, connector plates, ented staff creates ads, product brochures and web sites. Our technical a combined capacity in excess of 200 million board feet annually. Gold Program Advertiser builders products, and steel trusses...also the very latest in com-ponent work consists of forensic engineering/expert witnessing and general struc- Production includes #1, #2, and MSR grade marked lumber. In addition manufacturing equipment; saws, presses, material handling systems, laser tural engineering and fire performance consulting. At Qualtim, we guaran- to truck shipments our mills have rail service on CSXT and NS. We also Silver Program Advertiser Bronze Program Advertiser projection systems, inkers—and more. Check out our new wall panel divi- tee a fair day’s work for a fair day’s pay. maintain on the ground inventory of MSR lumber in Aurora, Illinois, La sion. It features industry-leading eFrame® and WalPlus®+ design soft- Lora Gilardi • 608/310-6711 • 608/271-7006 fax Crosse, Wisconsin and Reading, Pennsylvania. 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Truswal Roof Truss Gantry and the FatMan™ Floor Truss System. believes in offering the best personal customer service—and, is the only integrated software system, dramatically increases the productivity of Eagle Metal Products Kim McGowan • Email: [email protected] every user. Alpine also offers TrusSteel, the world leader in cold-formed Open Joist 2000 Doug Folker • 813/972-1135 ext. 268 • 813/978-8626 fax plate company to staff a 24-Hour Help Line! Truswal is also the home to Pg: 53 Serving the building components industry for over 20 years Web site: www.ipwood.com steel trusses, construction hardware, and FR-Quik fire-resistant systems. Pg: 30 Open Joist 2000 offers an all wood open-webbed trim-mable Email: [email protected] • Web site: www.robbinseng.com Truswal Spacejoist TE. Truswal is committed to being the most innovative with connector plates, engineering services, design software and truss truss. 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The 2005 show Pg: 30 Pratt Industries has been in the manufacturing business for the equipment. An ever expanding product line includes the recently intro- Email: [email protected] • Web site: www.strongtie.com savings in lumber, saw time & assembly time. Now entering its 4th big is October 12-14 in Milwaukee, WI. The Hain Company past 30 years. Any type of transportation equipment Pratt can build it. Four duced single blade linear feed Omni-Miser Cut-off and Marking System plants, over one million sq. ft. of manufacturing plant space. Quality work- year in the USA many truss fabricators are asking themselves “Why waste Pg: 106 We specialize in developing solutions for lumber and truss Sirak-Moore Insurance Agency, Inc. 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Our list of machinery includes the “Hain Danilo “Dan” Claveria • 727/584-1414 • 727/584-2323 fax on a national basis. As an Independent Insurance Agency, we represent Automated Material Handling Equipment. All are automation “firsts” in the Email: [email protected] • Web site: www.prattinc.com Pg: 89 Canfor - (Canadian Forest Products Ltd.) is North America’s Measuring System,” “Hain Quick Rafter Cutter,” “Hain Vent Block wood processing industry. some of the top insurance companies in the country. Because of our size USP Structural Connectors Machine,” and the new “Hain Sub-Component Nailer.” We are also a and volume, the placing of large or difficult policies is handled quickly largest producer of SPF lumber. Canfor producesKiln Dried SPF framing Jerry Koskovich • 507/286-9209 • 507/285-1730 fax manufacturer’s representative for some of the top names in the compo- Precision Equipment Mfg. and accurately by our professional commercial lines staff. 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