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Blog Posts - Page 55
- From The Additive Report
Tackling additive manufacturing with an open mind
- By Tim Heston
- Sep 12, 2018
- Additive Manufacturing
- Blog Post
“But that’s how we’ve always done it.” “It will never work.” “Are you nuts?” Fabrication is a mature business, so when new techniques like additive manufacturing come along, resistance abounds. How do you overcome it? Take the first step.
- From The Fabricator
Trump loosens steel and aluminum import restrictions
- By Stephen Barlas
- Sep 10, 2018
- Metals/Materials
- Blog Post
Argentina, Brazil, and South Korea are no longer subject to the tariffs, according to a presidential proclamation. This could make sourcing steel and aluminum trickier down the road as other countries look to negotiate their own deals to get out from under the tariffs.
- From The Fabricator
7 Questions for FABTECH keynote Kyle Petty
- By Kate Bachman
- Sep 5, 2018
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Racing icon Kyle Petty will be the keynote speaker at FABTECH® 2018 in Atlanta on the morning of Wed., Nov. 7. Here, he relays some of his thoughts on his many roles and experiences—on a pit crew; as an eight-time NASCAR-race-winning driver; as the son of NASCAR’s “The King” Richard Petty; and as a regular media commentator, race team businessman, and generous philanthropist.
- From The Welder
Still Building America—A family affair
- By Josh Welton
- Sep 4, 2018
- Arc Welding
- Blog Post
A welder for 20 years, Mike Coleman credits spending time in his grandpa’s shop with sparking his interest in welding. Since 2013 Mike has been running his own shop, with help from his wife and daughter.
- From The Fabricator
Top 5 in 365—Articles about manufacturing software
- By Vicki Bell
- Aug 30, 2018
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
This installment of “Top 5 in 365” is about manufacturing software, tools that allow metal fabricators and manufacturers to stay in control of their operations. Choosing the right software and integrating it properly are critical elements of manufacturing efficiency.
- From The Fabricator
No single quality playbook
- By Dan Davis
- Aug 29, 2018
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Fabricators are a suspicious lot. Successful shops know what helped to build the business and its reputation. That’s why they don’t jump on every trend, such as ISO 9001 certification. Sometimes it just doesn’t fit what they do.
- From The Fabricator
Trade war fallout
- By Vicki Bell
- Aug 28, 2018
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
When steel tariffs were first proposed, the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association Intl. and other organizations that represent metal manufacturers shared their concerns with decisionmakers that these tariffs would be harmful to the industry. These fears are being realized, and the negative effects are far-reaching.
- From The Fabricator
A little shop music
- By Vicki Bell
- Aug 27, 2018
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Music hath charms to sooth the savage breast, or so it’s been said. Played in a shop, it can relieve stress and boost productivity. However, disagreements over what type of music should be played and whether it should be played at all can create discord. Responding to a question in a recent “Fabricating Update,” fabricators shared their opinions about working to music.
- From The Fabricator
Trump tweets make steel pricing difficult to predict
- By John Packard and Tim Triplett
- Aug 16, 2018
- Metals/Materials
- Blog Post
President Donald Trump’s tweet and tariffs targeting Turkey are just one example of how the White House makes it hard for manufacturers to be confident in their planning.
- From The Fabricator
Top 5 in 365—Articles about finishing
- By Vicki Bell
- Aug 15, 2018
- Finishing
- Blog Post
This installment of “Top 5 in 365” is about finishing. The finished product’s appearance depends on its use and is a critical part of the job. How do you achieve the desired and specified finish? These articles provide valuable information to help you with this important process.
- From The Welder
Still Building America—Conversation leads to new career for Ed Littlefield
- By Josh Welton
- Aug 6, 2018
- Arc Welding
- Blog Post
Accounts of what inspires people to pursue their careers are always interesting. Take welder Ed Littlefield, for example. A late-night conversation with an inebriated pipe welder and an email from Ed’s mom that same night had him on the road the next day in pursuit of a welding career. He did the work and then some; he has a successful career and hopes one day to teach the next generation of welders. Josh Welton interviewed Ed for the “Still Building America” series. Read on.
- From The Fabricator
Lawmakers call for changes in tariff exclusion process
- By Stephen Barlas
- Aug 3, 2018
- Metals/Materials
- Blog Post
Some companies are finding that they aren’t getting feedback about their requests for exclusions from the steel and aluminum tariffs, if they were able to pull together their exemption requests at all. As a result, Congress is calling on the Department of Commerce to get its act together.
- From The Welder
Top 5 in 365—Articles about cutting and weld prep
- By Vicki Bell
- Aug 3, 2018
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Blog Post
This installment of “Top 5 in 365” is about cutting and weld prep, essential processes in most fabricating operations. The articles cover several different cutting methods and tips for preparing both ferrous and nonferrous metals. Preparation is key.
- From The Welder
The self-taught machinist and Arch Motorcycle: Part II
- By Josh Welton
- Aug 1, 2018
- Arc Welding
- Blog Post
Part I of Josh Welton’s interview with Arch Motorcycle’s head of manufacturing, Ryan Boyd, discussed Ryan’s background and move from his own shop to Arch. This part focuses on the creative process, building the machines, and what Ryan’s involvement has meant to him on a personal level.
- From The Fabricator
The self-taught machinist and Arch Motorcycle: Part I
- By Josh Welton
- Jul 30, 2018
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Making the leap from self-taught machinist to Arch Motorcycles’ head of manufacturing makes for an interesting story. Here is Part I, as told via a conversation between interviewer Josh Welton and Ryan Boyd.
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