A Look at Shield Wall Media’s Record-Breaking Event in Manheim, Pennsylvania
Shield Wall Media’s second-annual Post-Frame Builder Show, held June 25-26 in Manheim, Pennsylvania, marked the highest attendance of any of the company’s previous trade shows and doubled 2024’s inaugural Post-Frame Builder Show in Branson, Missouri.
Over 1,100 attendees had the opportunity to visit almost 100 exhibitor booths. Guest speakers presented information sessions on Wednesday and Thursday morning from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. before the show floor opened, allowing attendees to expand their knowledge, ask questions, share experiences, and network with others in the construction industry.
One of the highlights of the informational sessions was Wednesday morning’s “Barndominium Business Panel” Q&A, hosted by Randy Chaffee of Source One Marketing; T.J. Norris of The Barndo Co.; Keith Dietzen of SmartBuild Systems; Stephanie Caffee of First Federal Bank of Kansas City; and Trent Wagler of Graber Post Buildings.
Highlights of the 2025 Post-Frame Show
Following are highlights from the show in Manheim.
Attendees get breakfast before the opening informational sessions. Shield Wall Media shows are known for their excellent catering.
Stephanie Caffee of First Federal Bank of Kansas City explains the details of barndo financing and what builders need to know about its unique niche.
SmartBuild Systems is a complete design system for buildings, carports, barndominium interiors, roofing, and reroofing. The software quickly generates a 3D model, material lists, pricing, proposals, and construction documents.
Solanco Building Supply, located near Manheim, sells a wide range of building materials.
Show attendees had in-depth discussions with exhibitors with the opportunity to examine products in person.
Post Protector creates a barrier between wood posts and moisture to prevent them from rotting.
Superior Trusses brought a scale model home showing how their truss system works.
Mark Stover of Perma-Column discusses why post-frame’s greatest strength is the post in his seminar “Post-Frame Foundations.”
Titan Steel reps explain their product benefits to several attendees.
Wednesday morning’s “Barndominium Business Panel” Q&A session was well attended. It was hosted by industry experts Randy Chaffee of Source One Marketing; T.J. Norris of The Barndo Co.; Keith Dietzen of SmartBuild Systems; Stephanie Caffee of First Federal Bank of Kansas City; and Trent Wagler of Graber Post Buildings.
ST Fastening Systems manufactures post-frame and steel-frame fasteners for use in agricultural, industrial, commercial, and residential metal roof and sidewall applications.
Next Post-Frame Builder Show will have a fresh new look!
The Post-Frame Builder Show is growing in 2026, bringing even more opportunities for businesses in the low-rise building industries. This event is built for decision-makers who need reliable sources for materials and solutions in pallet, truckload, or container quantities. It’s a place where suppliers and buyers can connect directly—whether you’re working with regional distributors or companies from the plain communities. Exhibitors will be ready to share the products, equipment, and know-how that help keep operations running smoothly, purchasing competitive, and businesses moving forward.
The next Post-Frame Builder Show will be held June 10-11, 2026, at UPMC Arena, York Expo Center, York, Pennsylvania.
