Business Logistics

Expanding Component Manufacturing Innovation: Introduction to the SBCA Unified File Format

Imagine purchasing a new piece of equipment and then finding out once it’s installed you can’t make it work the way it was intended because it doesn’t understand what your software is telling it.

President's Message: Covering Your Rising Costs Takes Trust

Communicating cost increases with our customers

Editor's Message: Some of the Most Valuable Things in Life Are Free

“We need to take every opportunity to sell more trusses!” That was the sentiment of many of the component manufacturers (CMs) sitting around the table at the most recent SBCA Marketing Committee meeting in Tampa, Florida.

Student Day

Thursday, October 24 • 1-4 pm

Introduce your students to the world of component manufacturing at BCMC 2019 in Columbus, Ohio!

What’s in Your Backyard?

One CM’s decision to reach out to a local community college is a win-win for all involved.

Upend Your Hip End Truss Sales

Lay-On Gables are an opportunity for component manufacturers.

Know Your Risk on the Road

Do you know how much coverage you have or what to do if a collision occurs?

Seeing Is Believing

Integra learns the benefit of giving a plant tour to young people.

Short-Span Challenge, Stronger Team

Building stronger teams may be as simple as some popsicle sticks and a few hours of creative fun.

Unsung Hero

A high-quality component is the result of many individuals’ expertise – including the person standing at the saw.