Wood truss construction surged in popularity in the 1960s and ’70s, but back then most buildings that used metal-plate-connected wood trusses had flat ceilings. With today’s CAD and BIM technology, ...

We want the project owners we work with to have the pleasure of seeing their clients or guests look up when they enter the building trusses immediately create a lasting impression. Whether it's a ...

In Episode 11 of the Building My Dream Workshop series, I tour a truss manufacturing plant to see how roof trusses are built, then begin installing them on the workshop structure. This episode ...

Nov. 4—SHIPSHEWANA — In an effort to keep up with the needs of area construction companies, Alpha Building Center in Shipshewana has constructed a new near-fully automated truss facility. "Everybody ...