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- From the Blog
The impact of sine and square waves in aluminum AC welding, Part I
- By Gina Cutts
When welding aluminum, welders use alternating current (AC) and primarily one of two waveforms, sine and square wave. Gina Cutts shares more about the former in her latest Aluminum Etc.
- From the Fabrinomics Newsletter
Dynamic Pricing Affects the Energy World
The energy sector is always volatile and lively. There are economic motivators as well as geopolitics, government mandates, and weather. Fuel is the ultimate inelastic good; its price has very little to do with short-term demand. If the price of gas at the pump changes, the consumer doesn’t react much. How can they? They grumble …
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- From The Fabricator
- From The Fabricator
Employee ownership: The best way to ensure engagement
- By Dan Davis
- Apr 15, 2024
- From The Fabricator
AI, machine learning, and the future of metal fabrication
- By Tim Heston
- Apr 14, 2024
- Industry News
- Mid Atlantic Machinery regional sales manager retires
- Economic activity predicted to be steady as workforce expansion slows, says report
- Hypertherm Associates implements Rapyuta Robotics AMRs in warehouse
- Netform announces merger with Vickers Engineering
- Finishing machine performs multiple processes with rapid media changeover
- Wheel line expanded to accommodate heavy-duty industries
- Protomet to expand manufacturing presence in Tennessee
- International Pipe announces asset purchase of Big Bear Pipe & Steel
- BLM GROUP appoints Intermountain regional manager
- Gema welcomes controller
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- Podcast:
- The Fabricator Podcast
- Published:
- 04/16/2024
- Running Time:
- 63:29
In this episode of The Fabricator Podcast, Caleb Chamberlain, co-founder and CEO of OSH Cut, discusses his company’s...
- Latest from Our Publications
3D laser tube cutting system available in 3, 4, or 5 kW
- Apr 16, 2024
- Laser Cutting
- Product Release
BLM GROUP USA has introduced the LT12 lasertube system for cutting light and heavy tubes and profiles up to 305 mm dia.
- From The Fabricator
Hyster recognizes Dealers of Distinction for 2023
- Apr 15, 2024
- Materials Handling
- News Release
Lift truck manufacturer Hyster Co., Greenville, N.C., has announced the recipients of its 2023 Dealer of Distinction Award, recognizing individual dealer performance and success during the year.
- From The Welder
ESAB unveils Texas facility renovation
- Apr 15, 2024
- Arc Welding
- News Release
ESAB held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open its newly renovated facility in Denton, Texas.
- From The Fabricator
Hess Ornamental Iron expands capabilities with new Pennsylvania headquarters
- Apr 15, 2024
- Shop Management
- News Release
Hess Ornamental Iron, a commercial and residential metal fabrication and repair company offering custom railings, stairs, fences, and gates, has moved its headquarters from Windsor, Pa., to a new 19,213-sq.-ft. facility in Red Lion, Pa. The relocation expands the company’s commercial fabrication capabilities and is expected to create 15 to 20 jobs. “The new facility will allow our team to optimize project schedules, increase production, and expand our commercial stairs, railings and miscellaneous metals capabilities,” said Hess Ornamental Iron owner Scott Hess. The new location also includes a showroom, that highlights a variety of residential and commercial products and capabilities. It is open to the public for walk-in visits Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Corrosion-inhibiting coating can be peeled off after use
- Apr 15, 2024
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Cortec offers VpCI-372 water-based, corrosion-inhibiting coating that can be applied directly to metal for protection in sheltered conditions.
- From The Fabricator
Dynamic Metal blossoms with each passing year
- By Dan Davis
- Apr 12, 2024
- Shop Management
- Article
Rose petals of the metal variety marked the path for Scott Hartrick’s career choice as a metal fabricator.
- From The Fabricator
Metal fabrication management: A guide for new supervisors
- By Mark Ernst
- Apr 12, 2024
- Shop Management
- Article
Skilled people in the shop underwent significant training and mentoring to become as good as they are. The same should hold true for shop supervisors.
ICM opens Colorado pipe fabrication shop
- Apr 11, 2024
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- News Release
Industrial Constructors/Managers Inc. (ICM) has opened a steel fabrication facility next to its Pueblo, Colo., office that gives the company a dedicated space to expand its pipe fabricating capacity, reports Mile High CRE.
- From The Fabricator
Cincinnati named 2024 Vets Indexes 4 Star Employer
- Apr 11, 2024
- Shop Management
- News Release
Vets Indexes has announced that Cincinnati Incorporated has earned the designation of 2024 Vets Indexes 4 Star Employer.
National Tube Supply names VP of operations
- Apr 11, 2024
- Tube and Pipe Production
- News Release
University Park, Ill.-based National Tube Supply, a supplier of mechanical tube and chrome bar, has hired Jim Morton as vice president of operations.
- From The Fabricator
McAfee Tool & Die redesigns website
- Apr 11, 2024
- Shop Management
- News Release
McAfee Tool & Die Inc., a provider of tooling and manufacturing services in Uniontown, Ohio, has unveiled a revamped website highlighting its core services of CNC machining, laser cutting, wire EDM cutting, and grinding.
- From The Fabricator
SOLV Metals seeks growth through collaboration
- By Tim Heston
- Apr 11, 2024
- Shop Management
- Article
Formed in 2023, SOLV Metals represents the merger of three industry players: Wisconsin Metal Parts, Lean Manufacturing Products, and QuikCut. The story reveals the subtle nature of consolidation in metal fabrication.
- From The Fabricator
DeWys Stainless Solutions moving to stand-alone facility
- Apr 11, 2024
- Shop Management
- News Release
DeWys Stainless Solutions (DSS), a division of DeWys Metal Solutions, is moving out of DeWys’ main site in Marne, Mich., into a stand-alone facility.
- From The Fabricator
White Cap acquires Crimson Steel Supply
- Apr 11, 2024
- Shop Management
- News Release
White Cap, a distributor of construction supplies and safety products for professional contractors, has acquired Oklahoma-based Crimson Steel Supply LLC.
- From The Fabricator
Yoe Construction adds second Pennsylvania location
- Apr 11, 2024
- Shop Management
- News Release
Yoe Construction has announced the addition of a new steel fabrication shop in Red Lion, Pa.
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