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Blog Posts - Page 60
- From The Welder
From burning metal to burning rubber
- By Josh Welton
- Nov 28, 2017
- Arc Welding
- Blog Post
Welder and blogger Josh Welton loves his trade. He also loves powerful muscle cars. What would you expect from someone who grew up around Motor City and once worked as a millwright at Chrysler? Muscle car aficionado or not, this story of some of his experiences resonates with anyone with a passion.
- From The Fabricator
2017: The year of unintended consequences for steel
- By John Packard
- Nov 16, 2017
- Metals/Materials
- Blog Post
The arrival of a new presidential administration caused many to think that it would crack down on certain types of imported steel. Tough talk led steel imports to spike, and lack of action has helped to maintain recent levels of import activity.
- From The Fabricator
Will the party continue?
- By Dan Davis
- Nov 16, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
This economic expansion, as dull as it has been at times, is nearing an historic length—and it might just might have some more life in it.
- From The Fabricator
“Buy American” requirements are weakened in defense spending bills
- By Stephen Barlas
- Nov 14, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
As Congress looks to reconcile House and Senate versions of defense spending bills, it is planning to reduce domestic spending requirements and to implement a pilot program intended to strengthen a defense network of small and medium-sized businesses.
- From The Fabricator
Laser cutting at FABTECH: Not just about inches-per-minute
- By Tim Heston
- Nov 10, 2017
- Laser Cutting
- Blog Post
When people and automation can't keep up with machines, the actual speed or power of this or that machine matters less. Flow matters more.
- From The Fabricator
FABTECH 2017—Day 4
- By Vicki Bell
- Nov 9, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Day 4 of the Chicago FABTECH may be the shortest day, but it’s still a happening day—very much so. New attendees arrive, and it’s student day, which means that many young people gain exposure to the immense scope of metal fabricating and related careers.
- From The Fabricator
FABTECH 2017—Day 3
- By Vicki Bell
- Nov 9, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Day 3 at FABTECH offered a glimpse into the future in terms of the economy, the fabricating industry, and technology. So much to see and do and so little time. This was a day in which a clone would have been nice.
- From The Fabricator
FABTECH 2017—Day 2
- By Vicki Bell
- Nov 7, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Today was a very busy day at FABTECH, both in terms of press conferences and traffic. To this editor, the traffic volume seemed even heavier than yesterday. Speaking of heavy, innovations seen today show a definite increase in R&D and innovation. The fabrication industry is growing, and exhibitors on the show floor expect the trend to continue.
- From The Fabricator
FABTECH 2017—Opening Day
- By Vicki Bell
- Nov 6, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
If opening day is any indication, FABTECH 2017 is a resounding success. For those who waited patiently for the exhibition to open, it likely was worth the wait. Here are a few highlights from one editor’s perspective.
- From The Fabricator
Controlled chaos—FABTECH setup
- By Vicki Bell
- Nov 5, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
If you come to FABTECH, you’ll be impressed by the size and scope of the show and the amazing technology on display. If you witnessed setup, you’d be even more impressed by the knack exhibitors have for taking a concept and making it come to life, much like fabricators do every day.
- From The Welder
Still Building America—Don’t let anything hold you back
- By Josh Welton
- Nov 2, 2017
- Arc Welding
- Blog Post
After becoming a quadriplegic, Jeremy Hannaford thought he was doomed. But when he was broke and needed a gift for his mom, the opportunity to weld presented itself . With no hand function, his technique is unorthodox, but he has mastered MIG and TIG.
- From The Fabricator
Are you ready for some FABTECH?
- By Vicki Bell
- Oct 30, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Will you be attending/exhibiting at FABTECH 2017? Here are some observations from an editor who is making her 18th visit this year.
- From The Fabricator
Work in a hurricane’s aftermath
- By Nick Martin
- Oct 25, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Hurricanes and other natural disasters wreak mass destruction. Much is lost, and it takes time to rebuild and recover. Fabrication shops play a vital role in these efforts. What happened at Barnes MetalCrafters following Hurricanes Harvey and Irma is a good example of what goes on in shops around the country.
- From The Welder
A work-in-progress
- By Josh Welton
- Oct 18, 2017
- Arc Welding
- Blog Post
“A work-in-progress” is a phrase familiar to fabricators. It represents the sum of all costs put into the production process to manufacture products that are partially completed. It also applies to so much more than manufacturing, something else fabricators and many others know so well. Josh Welton explains.
- From The Fabricator
Fabricators weather impact of recent storms
- By Chris Kuehl
- Oct 17, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
The third quarter Forming and Fabricating Job Shop Consumption Report from the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association reveals that metal fabricators are still doing pretty well even as some bounce back from recent weather events.
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