Component Connection

Hardy Wentzel explains what CLT is, what prompted its original development, and what is driving its current adoption in North America.

Mike Bugbee shares his perspectives on the evolution of the component manufacturing industry through the lens of his long career at Simpson...

Listen as Gene Frogale and Jeff Taake relate on how their organizations have reacted to COVID-19 and their outlooks for the immediate future in the...

Mike Ruede and Scott Ward discuss the various challenges COVID-19 has created for their businesses and what they are doing to overcome them.

Joe Hikel and Steve Stroder discuss their reactions to the COVID-19 pandemic and how they're leading their businesses through the various challenges...

Dave Mitchell and Zach Shepherd discuss how they are evolving EBD to grow while still retaining a loyal customer base in a competitive market.

Scott Arquilla shares how his family got started in the homebuilding industry and the unique challenges they faced operating in the Chicago market.

Jason Ward shares best practices for hiring new employees, creating a positive workplace culture, and understanding applicable HR-related regulations.

Reggie Stoltzfus shares his experience as a component manufacturer (CM)and member of the Ohio House of Representatives.

Dean DeHoog shares his own approach to management and gives insight into the US LBM culture.

Chris Tatge shares how CMs can benefit from partnering with their framers and provides insight into how the framing industry is evolving.

Mike Ruede shares his thoughts on what component manufacturers could do to better promote their businesses and how SBCA’s strategic plan fits in.