Usually Framed Faces focuses on one person, however, today we celebrate a couple who have not only built a business together, but have done so successfully and happily working together whilst raising a family. Let’s face it, most of the frame and truss sector are family owned businesses and even though Programmed Timber Supplies in […]
Reflecting on the Past As we mark our 20th anniversary, it’s hard to believe that it all began in 1999 with an empty rented shed in Seven Hills, Sydney. With 26 years of industry experience under our belts, including managing small and large business units, we decided it was time to strike out independently. Standing […]
Wondering what’s been happening at Programmed Timber Supplies recently? Let’s just say we’ve hardly had a moment to catch our breath! From cutting and docking to ripping, treating, and bundling, we’ve been flat-out ensuring we deliver our valued customers the highest quality timber products. But why just read about it when you can see it […]
The frame and truss sector is currently engaged in a lively discussion about the role of steel, specifically Folded Light Gauge Metal (FLGM) framing. This conversation has sparked a broader question about the terminology used to describe companies in this sector. Fabricators or Manufacturers? Historically, companies supplying frames and trusses have been known as ‘Fabricators’, […]
Understanding Productivity Amid Market Changes Evaluating the productivity of a business can be challenging, especially when market fluctuations come into play. While it’s crucial to benchmark business production, it becomes even more significant when demand is either rising or falling. So, how can we track business production if sales start to decline due to market […]
Harnessing Solar Energy In a significant step towards sustainability, we’ve transformed our St Marys processing facility into an official ‘Power Station’. We’ve installed 469 photovoltaic panels, each with a capacity of 260 watts, on the facility’s roof. This 122 kW system now provides a substantial portion of the site’s power requirements. Investment and Commitment While […]
The Incident On a Monday morning, just after half-eight, a massive explosion abruptly shattered our tranquil weekend thoughts. Our neighbouring solvent recycling plant had burst into flames, instantly transforming our operation into a scene resembling a war zone. Enacting the Emergency Response Plan The explosion and ensuing fire triggered our Emergency Response Plan. This was […]
Last year marked a significant milestone for our St Marys processing facility by installing a Microtec Goldeneye scanner on our main component docking line. This is where the quality of our product is initially determined. The Shift from Manual to Automated Grading Traditionally, most of the timber grading for components was done visually by highly […]
At Programmed Timber Supplies (PTS), we’ve recently initiated a conversation with numerous frame and truss plants, challenging them to reconsider their traditional assumptions about timber usage and the cost of component production. Our aim is to shed light on the potential for significant cost savings and optimisation in the industry. The Old vs. The New […]
Expanding Our Services In response to the growing demand for H2-F (Blue) pine, we at Programmed Timber Supplies (PTS) have taken a significant step forward. We’ve installed our own Blue treatment line, expanding our capabilities and services. Now, not only can we offer our manufactured products in H2-F (Blue), but we can also provide contract […]
Harnessing New Technology We’re excited to announce a new offering at Programmed Timber Supplies – the production of clear end zone components for frame and truss manufacturers. Thanks to the installation of our state-of-the-art Golden Eye scanner, we’re now able to produce components with a CLEAR END ZONE. What is a Clear End Zone? This […]
We’re thrilled to announce the successful installation of some of the world’s most advanced timber scanning technology at Programmed Timber Supplies. This cutting-edge technology, used in the production of components, ensures our customers benefit from enhanced quality control and a more tailored product offering. This technology allows us to meet far more precise specifications consistently, […]
We’re thrilled to announce that Programmed Timber Supplies has once again been recognised for our innovative approach at the 2015 TABMA Awards. We’re incredibly proud to have received the award for ‘Most Innovative Member’ for the third time. This honour is a testament to our ongoing commitment to developing new and innovative products and services. […]
The Power of Pre-Made Components Fabricators who invest in pre-made components can streamline their manufacturing process, producing and invoicing more finished products. For the past 18 years, Programmed Timber Supplies (PTS) has been producing components to supplement their customers’ production. The reasons for choosing pre-made components vary from one fabricator to another, but the common […]
Selecting suitable timber for structural applications involves understanding various design properties to determine the correct dimensions and stress grades. The process of timber structural grading evaluates numerous design characteristics, such as bending strength and stiffness, compression strength, tensile strength, and shear strength, among others. Here at Programmed Timber Supplies, we aim to demystify the process […]
We’re thrilled to announce a significant milestone at Programmed Timber Supplies (PTS) – we’re now processing over one million plantation-grown timber components per month, and the numbers are still climbing! A Million Reasons to Celebrate One million. It’s a number that’s hard to visualise. But imagine each piece of timber, each carefully crafted component that […]