Galaxy Associates acquires Challenge Inc. Apr 15, 2009
Challenge, founded in 1972, manufactures chemicals for the metal pretreatment, metal fabrication, decorative finishing and wastewater treatment industries, among others. It also operates a testing laboratory. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Fast Facts: Iran Apr 14, 2009
Industries: petroleum, petrochemicals, fertilizers, caustic soda, textiles, cement and other construction materials, food processing (particularly sugar refining and vegetable oil production), ferrous and non-ferrous metal fabrication, armaments. Industrial production growth rate: 3. (CBS News -- World)
SubAir grows on home turf Apr 13, 2009
They have a new metal fabrication division ... It cost them about $300,000 for the expansion, not including the cost of moving all the metal fabrication down from the Northeast. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Chickamauga man charged with having weapons on school grounds Apr 9, 2009
He has degrees in criminal justice, vocational education and administration/supervision, and teaches welding and metal fabrication at the academy. He was a Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) recipient, although a year is not given. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Something special Apr 1, 2009
Slawinski started his working career at 18 in the metal fabrication business when he joined Years later, at Krug, he was shop fabricator and later ran the custom metal division. Hamels worked since 1972 as a millwright, welder, maintenance employee and superintendent for several employers including the former , 3M O-Cel-O in the Town of Tonawanda, and finally American Axle. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
CEMCO, Inc. Presents 'Physics and Function of Vertical Shaft Impact Crushing' at AGG1 2009 Aggregates Forum & Expo in Orlando, FL. Mar 28, 2009
CEMCO, Inc. offers full scale engineering services, a large capacity machining operation, CNC, robotic and computer automated custom metal fabrication as well as OEM, ODM and OBM manufacturing services. To witness the power of VSI crushing technology for yourself, please contact CEMCO, Inc. at 505. (PR Newswire)
In its 40th Year, Ancra Takes Advantage of the Economic Environment to Expand and Set New Safety and Pricing Standards for the Industry Mar 20, 2009
New products such as the Second Deck Pallet Deck and the Captive Track System are now available to Ancra distributors, representing one of the largest distribution networks in the nation and enhanced services such as complete metal fabrication, including custom welding, press break and stamping are also now being utilized by customers. "The entire industry will benefit from competitive pricing that can now be achieved through our increased buying strength," said Abato. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Fortin Ironworks founder dies at 87 Mar 12, 2009
Fortin founded the ornamental and metal fabrication company in 1946 after serving in World War II from 1942 to 1945. According to the company s Web site, Fortin s business began as an iron repair shop in a building attached to the home Fortin shared with his wife, Josephine. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Integrity Manufacturing apparently ceases operations Mar 7, 2009
At one time, the metal fabrication firm, which opened in February 2007, reportedly employed as many as 400 people. Earlier this year, company owner Randall Waldman said Integrity Manufacturing had about 200 workers. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Stimulus for schools? Mar 7, 2009
That would provide two classrooms and a shop area for expanded courses like welding and metal fabrication, said Superintendent Greg Lowe. The district also is seeking 135,000 to put rubber on its athletic track and a security fence around the facility. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Integrity apparently shuts down Mar 6, 2009
At one time, the metal fabrication firm, which opened in February 2007, reportedly employed as many as 400 people ... Along with the sale of the property where Integrity Manufacturing has operated its metal fabrication business, Eclipse Bank s suit also seeks other collateral used to secure the loans and other assets. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Troop 89 learns metalworking from the pros Mar 4, 2009
It only seemed natural, then, that when the metal working badge was due, the local troops came prepared to learn from some of the area masters ~ Neil Mansfield and the Assabet Valley metal fabrication students. Bright and early on a Saturday morning, Troop 89 Scouts from Medfield, with leaders Richard Sauro, Jeff Bennotti, and Mike McGowan, traveled to Marlborough to spend the day in the shop at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, making various projects that would lead to their metal... (Medfield Press, MA)
Minuteman offers postgrad programs Mar 2, 2009
Programs are offered in the following areas: Advanced automotive technology (tuition costs apply; students have the option to earn an associate degree from Middlesex Community College and / or a certificate from Minuteman), carpentry, collision repair technology, cosmetology (tuition costs apply), culinary arts, dental assisting (tuition costs may apply), early childhood and care, electrical wiring, electromechanical/robotics & automation technology, graphic communications, Heating, Ventilation... (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Trappings of Texas: Western Art & Cowboy Gear Feb 27, 2009
He is a master of metal fabrication for the ranch or ranch house. In 1988, Buddy started making spurs on a full time basis. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Altitude gets Good Design awards in Chicago Feb 11, 2009
Additional applications served are the metal fabrication industry, Positive Material Identification (PMI) in petroleum refining/petrochemical industries, Flow Accelerated Corrosion modeling in the nuclear power industry, and environmental monitoring and site assessment, among others. Altitude is a collective of creative thinkers united in a common purpose: to bring their clients business success. (Somerville Journal, MA)
G&G Steel opening new plant in Iuka; could add up to 140 jobs Feb 10, 2009
G&G Steel joins a metal fabrication cluster in the area that includes , , , , , and. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Open house on careers Feb 8, 2009
Tuesday, Feb. 10, students and their parents are invited to an open house in the CTE wing to learn more about the various programs available, such as carpentry and cabinetmaking, conservation and horticulture, culinary arts, early education and child care, and metal fabrication and welding. Students in the CTE programs receive the same academic education as their classmates, but they receive four years of training in a specific technical program, which provides skills in preparation for a career... (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Firms sick of health care costs Mar 29, 2008
"I'm scared to death," said the novice lobbyist, who runs a metal fabrication company in Buffalo. But he had a story to tell, a story echoed by the dozens of other small-business owners who descended on Albany. (Albany Times Union)
Sculptor Jane Klein's 'Stretch' part of ArtQuest 2008 Mar 28, 2008
She studied metal fabrication and welding at trade schools in New York and Florida and works in her studio in Lake Worth, Fla. Klein's work has won numerous awards. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
A milestone in Massachusetts Mar 27, 2008
It s no longer adequate to know, for example, only metal fabrication, auto repair or culinary arts and little or nothing about world literature or history. Having a strong grounding in English, math, science and social studies is necessary to excel in today s ultra-competitive marketplace, and is absolutely essential for those who switch careers later on. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
American Metal & Technology, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2007 Financial Results Mar 25, 2008
HEBEI, China, March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Metal ology, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AMGY) ("American Metal," the "Company"), a leading manufacturer in the People's Republic of China engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of high-precision metal casting and metal fabrication products to European and U.S. markets and microprocessor- controlled electronic circuit boards in China, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31,... (PR Newswire)
Test plane made of composites could help air industry soar Mar 22, 2008
"We're going up against 70 years of traditional metal fabrication.". Non-metal parts have been used in commercial and military aircrafts for more than a decade. (USA Today -- Money)
American Metal & Technology, Inc. Announces Conference Call to Discuss Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2007 Results Mar 21, 2008
HEBEI, China, March 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Metal ology, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AMGY) ("American Metal," the "Company"), a leading manufacturer in the People's Republic of China engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of high-precision metal casting and metal fabrication products to European and U.S. markets and microprocessor-controlled electronic circuit boards in China, today announced it will conduct a conference call at 9:00 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, March 25, 2008, to... (PR Newswire)
More of this story Mar 18, 2008
Quality metal fabrication is accomplished with the latest CNC machining and water jet equipment and dies. Mal McGhee, general manager since 1992, stated that 2007 was a very successful year for Muskogee. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Utility workers essential commodities Mar 16, 2008
That's me," said Tony Brennan, director of research and development at San Antonio-based limousine manufacturer LCW Automotive. Brennan, 50, closed his Pennsylvania custom auto shop and brought a quarter-century of experience when he reunited in 2004 with Ken Boyar, owner of LCW Automotive. Both worked together in the auto body business in Brooklyn in the 1970s. Brennan's repertoire of trades includes electrical, metal fabrication, and woodwork.His experience and breadth of practical skills... (Boston Globe)
Indiana unit fights identity theft Mar 10, 2008
Metal Fabrication Growing, fast paced metal fabrication busi-ness has the following immediate openings. Purchasing Spec. (Terre Haute Tribune Star)
Milwaukie woman accused of killing ex-husband Feb 29, 2008
Police arrested a woman suspected of killing a man at a Milwaukie metal fabrication plant on Thursday. Watch KGW report. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Ag Power students have access various jobs Feb 28, 2008
7 billion mill in Mobile, and there's a lot of supposition that we might be able to attract some companies to locate on this side of the border that will use their steel," Moon said.The students in Paul Orr's Agricultural Power and Machinery classes at the Webster County Career and Technology Center are on the cutting edge of today and tomorrow's job market.The welding and metal fabrication lessons prepare students to work in the new burgeoning automotive and steel industries. The graduates of... (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
Building for the Future Feb 15, 2008
"The great thing about robotics is that it combines many different technologies. The students learn about metal fabrication, precision machining, electronics, pneumatics and software programming, just to name a few. "Students are introduced to the engineering design process, which teaches them to have a well-thought-out design before starting to build. They also learn that some failures and redesigns are inevitable to insure the best final product is built. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
Executive Suite: 'Pimp My Ride' guy knuckles down, finds fame Feb 11, 2008
"It's stressful," says Sean Mahaney, the metal fabrication chief, because of the compressed schedule for finishing vehicles. The hip clientele "want what's cool right now." Then there is Friedlinghaus, who lords over every project. (USA Today -- Money)
LSI to enter digital billboard market Feb 3, 2008
The equipment will be installed at the company's Northern Kentucky metal fabrication facility. LSI didn't detail the cost of the system, but said in a news release that it's "one of the largest capital investments in the company's history.". (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Advisory board planning new ways to attract industry Feb 2, 2008
Those industries include aviation, research and development, technology, oil and gas, metal fabrication and manufacturing. There were several local industry representatives on hand to add to Whittakers initial list. (New Iberia, LA)
Task team to decide allocation of power Jan 31, 2008
The industrial policy framework released last August gave priority to four main sectors: capital/transport equipment and metal fabrication; automotives and components; chemicals, plastic fabrication and pharmaceuticals; and forestry, paper and furniture. Davies was confident that the motor industry would "continue to be prioritised in terms of the allocation of power". (Business Report, South Africa)
Study looks at what we doResults show work-force potential of western Pinal County residents Jan 20, 2008
She added that with the proposed Union Pacific classification yard south of Eloy, many spin-off industries such as plastics extrusion, ethanol plants, lumber truss manufacturing, warehousing, metal fabrication and biodiesel plants could be attracted to the area. Ringer said that workforce analysis studies allow regional economic development professionals to provide statistics and data to companies that may be considering relocating to an area. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Chart Industries is Elevated to NASDAQ Global Select Market Listing Jan 17, 2008
Metal Fabrication Headlines. More Finance RSS Feeds. (Primezone Releases)
Word on the Street Jan 14, 2008
Breckenridge said Jones has a natural gift for metal fabrication. Jones built a 6,000-pound, wood-burning pizza oven for a Santa Maria man and is designing a special unit for Ducks Unlimited. (Fresno Bee)
Inpro/Seal Expands Shaft Sealing Product Line For Powder And Bulk Applications With Articulating Shaft Seal That Handles Severe Radial Run-Out And Axi Jan 13, 2008
Secondary Navigation. Sun Jan 13, 2:01 AM ET. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Bassett Mechanical names new president Dec 28, 2007
The company specializes in industrial refrigeration, mechanical systems, HVAC, industrial ventilation, metal fabrication, plumbing and piping, laser cutting, testing and balancing, maintenance and repair services. Related Industry News. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Dennis M. Oates Named President and CEO of Universal Stainless & Alloy Products Dec 26, 2007
Previously, he held the post of President and Chief Operating Officer for Connell Limited Partnership, a privately held company in metals recycling and metal fabrication, where he realigned a portfolio of businesses and improved manufacturing processes. Mr. Oates began his career in the steel industry at Lukens Steel Company, a subsidiary of Lukens Inc., where he held positions of increasing responsibility, ultimately becoming President and Chief Operating Officer of Lukens Steel and directing... (Primezone Releases)
Williams receives national recognition for local efforts as MHS ag instructor Dec 20, 2007
She now teaches classes in metal fabrication, structure content and agriculture structures/building trades. She has also implemented an ag careers course, which allows students job-shadowing opportunities in their areas of interest. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
River Ridge gets interim executive director, approves land sales Dec 19, 2007
As Business First reported last week, Jeffersonville manufacturer Complete Metal Fabrication is buying 3. 5 acres. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Art restored to its full power Dec 18, 2007
Each area is dedicated to a phase of restoration - mechanical refurbishing, body and metal fabrication, upholstery and trim, paint and finish. Typically, the cars are prewar or older racing and eventing cars worth millions. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Getting traction with truck bed liners Dec 12, 2007
O'Hara is a self-described "gear head" who owns 14 off-road trucks and formerly worked in sales and engineering in the diesel generator and metal fabrication industries. Pages: 1. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Nearly 100 years old and preparing to race Dec 11, 2007
Noank Marine Service was responsible for logistics; bronze casting by the Mystic River Foundry and metal fabrication by Clint Wright of Noank. Mystic Marine Stainless and Connecticut Machine & Marine of Groton did metal fabrication and machining. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Photo Finish Dec 6, 2007
Frank Sheriff, a metal fabrication instructor, works on a window display for the Mendonca Building downtown. Graduate student Dan Carbone uses a chain saw to carve a giant monkey out of plastic foam for a sculpture class project. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
'Idol' runner-up knows exactly what he wants Dec 6, 2007
An only child, he converted his father's barn into a $30,000 studio, caulking windows and doing metal fabrication to pay off the loan. Under the name Bshorty, he looped his beatboxing and sang at regular weekday gigs at local venues. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Three local companies move to bigger facility at 2300 South St. Nov 27, 2007
Bert Jensen & Sons is a metal fabrication and job shop; Jensen is the third-generation president of the Racine company founded in 1922. The firm employs about 50 people and does much of the fabrication work for Ingram and Ultra. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Blue Hills Technical School open house Nov. 28 Nov 20, 2007
We offer technical training in: AutomotiveCollision Repair & Refinishing, Automotive Technology, Computer Technology, Construction Technology, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Design and Visual Communications, Drafting/CAD, Electrical Technology, Electronics, Graphic Communications, Health Assisting/Early Education and Care, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, and Metal Fabrication and Joining Technologies. Demonstrations will be conducted in many of these programs. (Canton Journal, MA)
BUDGET: Trading with Europe Nov 16, 2007
The Foundation, he said, had also trained 60 youth in metal fabrication. The Minister said The President's Special Initiatives (PSI) programme trained 3,200 sewing operators at the Clothing Technology Centre in Accra and negotiated with two new investors in garment and textiles to operate in Ghana. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Police arrest juveniles in connection with brewery fire Nov 13, 2007
He said the building was used mostly for storage, but part of it housed a metal fabrication business. The area used for that business was largely unharmed by the blaze, Bennyhoff said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Meet the 2007 general election city council candidates Nov 4, 2007
She has held a variety of jobs, from being a cashier to farming to sheet metal fabrication. She has never held public office before but said she thinks she would do well on the council because she would treat all people fairly, regardless of their background, when they brought their issues before the city. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Simclar, Inc. Announces Consolidation of Metal Fabrication Operations Nov 3, 2007
Nov. 2, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Simclar, Inc. (NasdaqCM: - ), a multi-plant electronics contract manufacturer announced today that it will be consolidating its metal fabrication operations into its Matamoros, Mexico facility and that this decision will result in the discontinuance of operations at its Winterville, North Carolina facility ... Sam Russell, Chairman and CEO, stated, ``In 2005, we made the decision to invest in sheet metal fabrication as part of a strategy to become an integrated... (Primezone Releases)
Taking time to preserve a landmark Nov 3, 2007
Richards said that the metal fabrication department of Northeast Metro Technical School in Wakefield has refurbished the four decorative urns that stand atop the tower. For some time, the roof has created many problems inside the school, which was built in 1949 by Reading architect George Sidebottom. (Reading Advocate, MA)
SFI expands, grows revenue by 50% under new ownership Oct 31, 2007
Release of the Blackline Plow has forged the way for SFI's expansion from metal fabrication to proprietary product manufacturing. "It's putting us in a totally different arena," says SFI vice president Richard Quinn. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Precise Fabrication set to grow with new facility Oct 30, 2007
The company specializes in custom laser cutting, progressives metal fabrication including weld assemblies that allow for short to long production run quantities. Since it started, Precise Fabrication's main business has been with the lawn and turf care industry, Janzen said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Ecovation Heads the 2007 Top 100 List of Fastest-Growing Businesses Oct 26, 2007
McAlpin Industries, Inc.Sheet metal fabrication, stamping, product development, design, value added assembly services, and zinc plating. Manning & Napier Advisors, Inc.Independent investment advisor. (WOKR13 Rochester)
New Watertown robotics squad gears up to win Oct 26, 2007
United Electrical Controls, a local manufacturer of internationally recognized controls and sensors, will be making available its metal fabrication facilities for team use. A123 Systems is also lending a hand with supplying a battery for the robot. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
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Half of his business is metal fabrication, the other half, which he enjoys tremendously, is metal art ... Half of Gorman s business is metal fabrication, the other half is pure art. (Ridgecrest Daily Independent, CA)
Laser Machining Company Announces Factory Relocation Oct 20, 2007
These capabilities include quality laser cutting, precision machining, sheetmetal fabrication and a variety of other metal assembly processes such as hardware insertion, metal stamping, metal bending and riveting ... Specializing in new and used metal fabrication machinery: turret press, turret punch, press brakes, shears. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
How's business? Oct 18, 2007
"The RADC and Chamber are also addressing workforce challenges."We have a large need for welders," Rath said. "We're very fortunate to have Daktronics and RVI here, but there is a lot of industry here that depends on metal fabrication and welders. "We've pretty much tapped the workforce in this area, so we're either going to have to retrain people to take those positions or do em-ployee recruitment outside our area."It's also an area where our high school students, and even at middle school,... (Redwood Falls Gazette, MN)
The boy who cried Columbine: court told of teen's threat Oct 17, 2007
Mr Miller heard evidence from the father of the boy before the court that his son had been suspended from school, had started a metal fabrication course at TAFE and intended to do his school certificate later. He was happy to be out of the school environment and wanted to put the past behind him. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Annual open house planned at Southeastern Regional School Oct 17, 2007
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School offers quality vocational training in the construction area as well as graphic communications, automotive tech, computers, health career, cabinet making, metal fabrication, machine tech, early childhood and others. Beverly Pusateri announced that the Southeastern Technical Institute programs of Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Dental Assisting, Office Technology, and Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning will also be staffed for the... (Easton Journal, MA)
Fashion mogul recognized Oct 16, 2007
The company was architectural and artistic metal fabrication firm which installed the metal for the Bartle Hall Sky Stations in downtown Kansas City. Page 1 of 2. (University News, MO)
Custom Metal Fabricating continues its growth with a new facility Oct 14, 2007
Bob, who has 18 years of experience in metal fabrication work, started what s today known as Custom Metal in April 2000 at the family s home near Bangor, Wis ... WHAT: Custom Metal Fabricating Inc., a business that does metal fabrication and repair work. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Selling a cool idea in hot markets Oct 11, 2007
Chilldisc is an offshoot of Kent's 8-year-old metal fabrication company, , where the patented disc was invented. Chilldisc employs eight while Monster Metal Werkes employs 10. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
