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Our cover story illustrates the potential of NFC.
SBCA is moving in a new direction to serve you even better.
I’m honored to serve as SBCA’s new executive director.
A company is acquired for its earnings, but valued for its EBITDA percentage.
A builder’s perspective on how CMs can grow market share
Skandia Truss in Skandia, Michigan (also known as Snow Country because its annual snowfall averages over 167 inches), focuses on quality trusses and customer satisfaction using exclusively MSR lumber, dry storage, and the motto, “Think Snow Load.”
SBCA makes Structural Details available to architects, engineers, contractors, designers, code enforcement officials and others involved in construction applications using metal plate connected wood trusses (MPCWT).
Production crews and designers depend on one another every day, yet the two departments can find themselves at odds: Was the callback caused by a poor design or a quality control issue in production? In this two-part series, learn how these CMs are breaking down barriers between the two departments. Part 1 focuses on how to create cross-functional teams to improve communication and increase engagement. Part 2 (coming in early 2021) will cover how breaking down barriers between these departments will have a positive effect on company culture.
The SBCAMN (MTMA) business meeting will be before the Minnesota Twins game on Aug. 11th.
A component manufacturer submits its bid or proposal to a customer. Rather than signing the bid, the customer issues its purchase order. In response the manufacturer issues a sales acknowledgement. Each of the forms contains terms and conditions of sale on the back. Some or all of the forms either get signed or none of them are signed. If a dispute later arises, how does it get resolved? Kent Pagel discusses best practices and answers the questions CMs have regarding this all too common battle of the forms.
There are some valuable takeaways from this chaotic year.
We will look back at 2020 as the Year of the Pivot.
Meet four individuals recently recognized as industry leaders by their peers.
CMs and framers win and lose together – the NFC ensures everyone wins.
Learn how one seasoned framer/CM team was primed to shine on a project like this.
Taking a fresh approach to your job descriptions is a necessary step toward successful hiring.
The Structural Building Compon-ents Association of the Capital Area (SBCACAP) held its seventh annual golf outing in October at the Evergreen Country Club in Virginia.
We are here to share your ideas and expand the industry’s best practices.
There is a lot to be excited about in 2021!
Consider these strategies for reducing employee turnover.
Learn how one CM has perfected their Just-in-Time delivery approach.
A CM, a framer, and a supplier collaborate to significantly innovate shear walls.
Register for access to the San Antonio OQM virtual meeting details.
OQM Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
3:30-5p Get to Know SBCA's Staff
6-9p Group Dinner
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Production crews and designers depend on one another every day, yet the two departments can find themselves at odds: Was the callback caused by a poor design or a quality control issue in production? In this two-part series, learn how these CMs are breaking down barriers between the two departments. In Part 1, Tony and Zach focused on how to create cross-functional teams to improve communication and increase engagement.
This week, Justin Binning and Ken Timmins with American International Forest Products recap the lumber market activity over the past few months and how it has affected lumber trade. Justin discusses factors that are contributing to the supply and demand of lumber and provides insight on lumber costs and how customers are reacting. Ken talks about the increase in housing starts and how procuring lumber and strategizing can help component manufacturers (CMs) navigate volatile market conditions. To that end, both Justin and Ken discuss recent events in the market and offer suggestions on how CMs can take advantage of buying opportunities by looking ahead, making informed purchasing decisions and preparing for future lumber needs.
Justin has been with AIFP since 2010 with a focus in Southern Yellow Pine and Ken has been with AIFP since 2017, specializing in Fir species. Both specialize in high grade lumber for the component manufacturing industry.
Strike Force and Committee Updates Agenda
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
11:00am – 12pm and 1:00-2:00pm CT
Hilton Palacio del Rio
The Salón del Rey
San Antonio, TX
- Strike Force 1: TPSx
- Version 1 File Format ready for review/testing by TPI group
- Jess Lohse met with Jay Jones and John Croll in November
- Timing not right to include TPSx in Digital QC Version 1, that will likely go into programming for Version 2
- Committee: IT Committee
- Version 1 File Format ready for review/testing by TPI group