Four years ago Will Peasley graduated from high school at the age of 16 and immediately launched his own fabrication business. Now he’s ready for college courses in engineering that he believes will bolster his business, all while maintaining his position as lead fabricator and welder for a Caterpillar dealership. Peasley is busy. (Continue Reading)
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TheFabricator.com: Safety Never Goes Out of Style
With the popularity of the “do-it-yourself” and “handmade” movements come both hope and fear. Hope for our future is represented by bright young minds learning a virtual cornucopia of new skills. In some instances, they even find a niche they are passionate about and, thus, excel in. The fear takes hold as we watch them … Read More
TheFabricator.com: A few of my favorite tools
Different shops have different tools, based on different needs. Sometimes, even the smallest tool or that accessory you didn’t know you needed becomes the most essential and favorite. (Continue Reading)
Still Building America: Trisha Falconē rebuilds her life through welding
Pivotal life moments can define who we are. Trisha Falconē gathered up the broken pieces of her life after experiencing great personal loss and turned them into a career as a welder and fabricator. Here’s how she did it. (Continue Reading)
TheFabricator.com: Equipping your shop—what to buy first?
You’re ready to set up shop and are wondering which piece of equipment to buy first. If you’ll be welding, buying the right machine might be your No. 1 purchase. Which machine depends on what you want to do. (Continue Reading)
Don’t fight the power—Extension cords in the shop
Do your shop tools run poorly, overheat, and die untimely deaths? It could be the extension cords you are using. Here’s why. (Continue Reading)