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Registration is now open for a new member orientation for NOMMA members. New Member Connect is for new and existing members of NOMMA.

The staff wanted to educate members about the vast benefits portfolio available to them so they can maximize their membership and find the greatest value for their investment. The orientation will also be an excellent opportunity for members to connect and network with one another.

REGISTER NOW

 

The 2024 Top Job Contest is open! Entries submitted on or before September 21 can take advantage of early entry pricing.

The price goes up September 22. The last day to submit an entry is Thursday, November 2. Prepare your best entries and submit them before time runs out.

The Ernest Wiemann Top Job Contest is a peer-judged competition to honor outstanding work. NOMMA members worldwide compete for awards in 17 categories, including forged and non-forged work ranging from gates and stairs to furniture and accessories.

Submission Deadlines Pricing

 On or before Sept. 21, 2023

 $150 /entry
 $300 / joint venture

 Sept. 22 – Nov. 2, 2023

 $175 /entry
 $350 /joint venture

ENTER NOW

 

Planning for METALfab 2024 is underway. The event will be held in Nashville from Jan. 23-26, 2024 with Exhibits taking place Jan. 24-26, 2024. More details on education sessions will be released soon.

If you are interested in exhibiting or sponsoring, see the link below. You can review the 2024 floor plan, review our sponsorship opportunities, download our prospectus and more! 

Contact Jim Hawarden, Director, Exhibits and Sponsorships, at 314-561-6717 or METALfab@nomma.org to discuss what opportunities might work best for your business.

SPONSORS/EXHIBITORS

 

We are pleased to recognize the following volunteers who were approved by the NOMMA Board of Directors to serve on the NOMMA Education Foundation (NEF) Board of Trustees:

Chris Holt
Chris Holt

Karine Maynard

David Pietrocola

Chris, Karine, and David will join Rob Rolves, Steve Witaschek, Greg Brockman, and Peter Zadrozinski who are continuing their service on the Board of Trustees. Please help us congratulate these volunteers and thank them for helping advance NEF’s mission.

 
Lewis Brass & Copper Co. Inc.
D & D Technologies (USA), Inc.
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D & D Technologies (USA), Inc.®
D&D Technologies® Shut It® industrial metal gate hinges feature high-temperature sealed bearings allowing the hinges to be powder coated while installed on the gate, no greasing or maintenance required on sealed bearings. EVER! Hinges are adjustable and offer near frictionless movement. SureClose® gate hinges and hinge-closers are hydraulic, commercial-grade closing solutions for a range of heavy duty commercial, industrial and residential gates. D&D continually sets new standards in design, performance, craftsmanship and innovation. 

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A special thank you to our education foundation trustees whose terms have concluded. We appreciate you volunteering your knowledge and time to further NEF’s mission.


Jay Shah

Mark O'Donnell

Scott Joyner

Please help us thank and celebrate our volunteers for their service. We could not be successful without their support.

 

METALfab is scheduled for early 2024. The event will be held in the country music capital of the world, Nashville Jan. 23-26, 2024, with Exhibits taking place Jan. 24-26, 2024. We are getting some final details in place to open registration next month. Check your Inbox and our social media for more information.

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We have a great incentive if you are reading this newsletter and still need to join NOMMA! We’ve put together an online class on code compliance, avoiding project flaws, and how changes to local codes can affect your business.

This online class, taught by Tom Zuzik, recaps common project flaws and mistakes that fabricators need to look into and notice on daily projects. It also teaches them what changes they need to be aware of locally with new code adoptions.

Get access to the class for free when you join NOMMA today. But hurry! This special is only available through August 31.

JOIN TODAY

 
 
   

 

This issue of O&MM Fabricator magazine is sizzling like summer with helpful content! Some articles to check out:

  • The Power of Trade Schools and Why They Need Our Support
  • Monumental Welding Techniques
  • Software and Workload Management Strategies
  • Avoiding Tax Audits the Right Way

READ NOW

 
Member News
 
   
 NOMMA is pleased to welcome the following new members into the association family.
 
 
   
 
NOMMA extends its thanks to the following members who have recently renewed.
 
Chicago Metal Rolled Products
Bezdan
Featured Top Job Contest Winner

Gold: LMC-HB Corp

Title of Entry: Nickel-Silver Grilles
Material: Stainless steel hollow sub-structure with custom nickel-silver profiles
Finish: Brushed nickel-silver with clear lacquer
Total Labor Hours:1000

LMC-HB_Cat F_2023

For the charismatic design of these five grilles, LMC-HB Corp drew inspiration from a gate they had previously created for the same residence. The dimensions come in at 9'7" x 6' 1". LMC came up with a custom installation frame, which allowed them to set the griles upright from a rigging point. 

The company paid attention to every detail from start to finish, including the innovative design and all of the fasteners, which invisible. 

To learn more about LMC-HB Corp and to see more of the company's signature projects, visit www.lmc-hb.com.

 
Custom Curved Metal Stair Stringers
Chicago Metal Rolled Products®
Chicago Metal Rolled Products manufactures curved custom stair stringers for elliptical, reverse curved, and varying width spiral staircases.  Our circular metal stringers are always true and plumb and double-checked for 100%-dimensional accuracy.  This residential project included 8x3x5 rectangular tube helically curved to a 156” radius outside with 22’ good arc on a 33-degree pitch.
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Featured Stories
Source: Popular Mechanics

In a groundbreaking revelation, scientists have observed metal pieces mending themselves after cracking, defying conventional scientific theories. This breakthrough, documented by researchers from Sandia National Laboratories and Texas A&M University in the journal Nature, challenges existing norms and could revolutionize engineering.
The newfound phenomenon holds the potential to enable self-healing engines, bridges, and airplanes that reverse wear and tear, enhancing durability. While self-healing materials have been developed, metals' ability to repair themselves has long been deemed fiction.
The observed self-healing crack occurred during an experiment at a US Department of Energy facility, where a nanoscale piece of platinum reversed damage, contradicting expectations. This discovery hints at a new era of resilient materials.
 
Source: WishTV.com
 
Nucor, a leading US steel producer and recycler, is set to establish an advanced plant in Crawfordsville, Indiana by mid-2025. The company's $115 million investment will result in an automated facility adjacent to its current mill. The upcoming plant, scheduled for construction in late 2023 or early 2024, is projected to create around 200 jobs by 2027.
 
NOMMA Member Savings Program

Take advantage of special financing and lighting savings through NOMMA's Member Savings Program partners.

SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
Get financing for 6, 12 or more months and increase sales by up to 20% 
Why offer financing? Because research shows that the average ticket price of a first purchase is much higher for customers who use a consumer credit card.

With financing through your company, customers will have more time to pay off their purchase(s) whether it takes 6, 12, or even more months - in a way that's comfortable for their budget.

Register today to find out why so many NOMMA Members are using Synchrony, and receive a $300 incentive.

BATTERIES PLUS BULBS
SLA Batteries: good, better, best
Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) batteries are a reliable energy storage solution. Their robustness, cost-effectiveness, and maintenance-free operation have made them popular in both consumer and industrial settings. SLA batteries come in different types, each catering to specific applications and offering distinct advantages. 

  • Good: Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) Batteries. AGM batteries are an excellent entry-level choice for users seeking a dependable power source without breaking the bank. 
  • Better: Gel Batteries. Gel batteries represent a step up in performance compared to AGM batteries. 
  • Best: Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) Batteries. For those seeking top-tier performance and cutting-edge technology, Li-ion batteries are the way to go.

Batteries Plus can help you determine what choice is best for your operation, at substatial savings. Register for your Batteries Plus savings through NOMMA's MSP today.

 
 

 

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