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When asked “What keeps you up at night?” metal fabricators are quick to point to the lack of workers and the economy.
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- Sep 13, 2023
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Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs awarded grant from NIST to develop nation’s manufacturing workforce
- Sep 13, 2023
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Baker Industries achieves ISO 14001 certification
- Sep 12, 2023
- Machining
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- Arc Welding
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When finishing aluminum, a metal fabricator needs to keep the material clear of contaminants and minimize heat.
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- Sep 11, 2023
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Dignity of Earth and Sky honors South Dakota’s Native American roots
- By Rafael Guerrero
- Sep 10, 2023
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The 50-ft.-tall Dignity sculpture in South Dakota, honoring the state’s Native American roots and community, is made of welded stainless steel.
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When considering upgrades, repairs, or new tube bending machines, metal fabrication shops should look beyond the equipment's technical capabilities and focus on business as a whole.
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