The Fabricator

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At the top of this week’s episode, Jordan Yost of Precision Tube Laser explains a unique gift he created to complement the iRcustom-made coffee table in The Fabricator Podcast studio. ?? Listen to episode 71: https://spoti.fi/3OlyYlc Discover more from the FMA Podcast Network here:?https://bit.ly/4fSFT1H Dan Davis | Lindsay L. | Dana Wiker | Griffin Hammond | Gareth Sleger | Rob DiVito | Anthony DiVito | Sarah Stork | TRUMPF North America #thefabricatorpodcast #metalart #welding #metalfabrication

“How am I going to do that?” On this episode of The Fabricator podcast, metal artist Sarah Stork explains her innovative technique for creating cassowary feathers out of metal. Listen to the episode ???? https://spoti.fi/3V17Uvq Explore more from the FMA Podcast Network: https://lnkd.in/gSjF8ynP Dan Davis | Lindsay L. | Dana Wiker | Griffin Hammond | Gareth Sleger #thefabricatorpodcast #metalart #welding #metalfabrication

In her latest blog, Lisa Wertzbaugher talks how a small-ball mindset can be beneficial for manufacturing businesses. "Sometimes it’s better to slow down sales activity and tackle fewer, but more strategic, initiatives that could be easy wins for a business." #businessstrategy #smallbusiness #manufacturing

?? "Art is a sum of patience." Sarah Stork joins The Fabricator Podcast this week to talk about her successful career as a metal artist after winning gold in the SkillsUSA welding sculpture competition. Former podcast guest Jordan Yost of Precision Tube Laser also joins us on the episode to talk about an awesome metal sculpture he made for our podcast studio. ???The episode drops this week. Stay tuned and up to date with the FMA Podcast Network: https://lnkd.in/gSjF8ynP Dan Davis | Lindsay L. | Dana Wiker | Griffin Hammond | Gareth Sleger #thefabricatorpodcast #metalart #welding #metalfabrication

Metal manufacturing is a fragmented business. Software and technology might drive some consolidation—but only to a point. In his latest blog, Caleb Chamberlain writes that two primary factors must exist for an industry to consolidate and remain consolidated: 1?? Industry homogeneity 2?? Market power derived from consolidation "Manufacturing isn’t about to be completely transformed by industry outsiders who can write software. Sure, some consolidation will happen, but there will still be hundreds, if not thousands, of sandboxes carved out horizontally and vertically in the supply chain." ?? https://lnkd.in/gyy2XNwC #metalfabrication #manufacturing #consolidation OSH Cut

???????? "It's for anybody who wants it."?Kyle Worzala and Nate Bowman?talk about how the 12 contestants of 3M Clash of the Grinders represent a trade that welcomes all walks of life and provides a career path for anyone. ?? The episode is out now: https://lnkd.in/gjPWPV3h ?? Watch seasons 1 and 2 from Clash of the Grinders: https://lnkd.in/gdj9c9Ks ?? Listen to more from the FMA Podcast Network: https://lnkd.in/gSjF8ynP Dan Davis | Josh Welton | Alisa Schilmoeller | Dana Wiker | Griffin Hammond | Gareth Sleger | Beau Wigington | Mackenzie Waldon, MBA | Mark Lukowski #thefabricatorpodcast #3m #clashofthegrinders #metalfabrication #welding #metalworking #skilledtrades

South Dakota-based HMMI (Horizontal Machining & Manufacturing Inc)?is all about the large, heavy steel weldments—anything from 2,500 to 80,000 lbs—in its sprawling 100,000-sq.-ft. facility . Among the shop’s current centerpieces is a four-seam boom welding system that was built specifically for HMMI, making it an attractive option for those selling crane equipment, boom trucks, or other industries that need heavy weldments, writes The Welder Editor Rafael Guerrero. “We’re trying to prepare for everything getting bigger and heavier,” says General Manager Mason Leiseth, MEng. “It's our vision to be the premier supplier of big and heavy weldments in North America." Its innovations in large boom manufacturing, its approach to hiring and retaining employees, and its ability to embrace change have led the Huron, S.D., shop to this point. “I like to say that we just treat everybody like a person,” adds HR and Material Manager Brandi Griffith. “We just work on developing our people right here." ?? https://lnkd.in/gq53ZWP6 #metalfabrication #fabshop #manufacturing #heavymetal #trades

?? "It's like competitive learning." This week on The Fabricator Podcast, Nate Bowman and Kyle Worzala talk with Dan Davis and Josh Welton about their roles with 3M Clash of the Grinders and the endless learning opportunities for everyone involved with the competition. ?? The episode is out now: https://lnkd.in/gjPWPV3h ?? Watch seasons 1 and 2 from Clash of the Grinders: https://lnkd.in/gdj9c9Ks ?? Listen to more from the FMA Podcast Network: https://lnkd.in/gSjF8ynP Dan Davis | Josh Welton | Alisa Schilmoeller | Dana Wiker | Griffin Hammond | Gareth Sleger | Beau Wigington | Mackenzie Waldon, MBA | Mark Lukowski #thefabricatorpodcast #3m #clashofthegrinders #grinding #metalfabrication #welding #metalworking

For three days in October, the Orange County Convention Center’s West Hall was busy with welders and fabricators for FABTECH Expo 2024. The Welder Editor Rafael Guerrero was on hand to find answers to questions on the mind of everyone who runs a weld shop. ???? Is laser welding right for my shop? ???? How can I get the most out of my abrasives? ???? How can I expose my work to a new audience? “I’ve had a lot of weld engineers, aerospace companies stop by, heavy equipment manufacturers looking for solutions,” said ?Eric Mueller of Edge Welding Supply. “That's what everybody is here looking for. ‘I've got a problem, what can you do to help me?’” ?? https://lnkd.in/gkhSm7Zv #fabtech #welding #metalfabrication