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METALfab is your show! As metal fabricators and those who serve their needs through various products and services, we understand what you want from your industry show. That’s why we work hard each year to find the best topics and instructors to teach you the information and build your knowledge so you can be successful.

METALfab also offers exceptional ways to connect through networking events.

Register now for METALfab 2024. See the links below to learn more:

Be sure to follow us on social media so you don’t miss any of our latest METALfab 2024 news! Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.

 


 
   

The late entry deadline for Top Job is Nov. 2, which will be here SOON. The following categories are close to being open:

  • Category G: Exterior Railings & Fences
  • Category J: Gates/Doors Nonforged
  • Category K: Gates/Doors Forged
  • Category L: Stairs Complete Commercial
  • Category M: Stairs Complete Residential
  • Category O: Unusual Ornamental Fabrication
  • Category P: Restoration
  • Category Q: Art/Sculpture

If you have any entries that fit these categories, submit them by the Nov. 2 deadline!

 
 
   

METALfab is a great way to build brand awareness and connect with decision makers as an exhibitor or sponsor. See the link below if you are interested in exhibiting or sponsoring METALfab 2024. You can review the 2024 floor plan, see who is exhibiting, download our prospectus and more!

The Exhibitor Services Manual was sent out to all exhibitors with a link and password last week. If an exhibitor did not receive it, they can contact The Expo Group at ExhibitorService@TheExpoGroup.com or at 972.580.9000.

 
NEF Auction Oct. 2023  
   

We need your help finding live auction items to make the live auction a success and a successful fundraiser. To learn more and get complete details, please see the link below.

Hurry! We need your live auction item information by TODAY, Oct. 18!

If you have any questions, please contact staff at 888.516.8585 or nef@nomma.org.

LIVE AUCTION

 
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The NOMMA Education Foundation (NEF) is participating in GivingTuesday, a Global Day of Generosity, on November 28, 2023.

NEF is excited to announce that it has two donors who have committed to give a total of $2,000 to match contributions given on GivingTuesday.

Please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to support NEF. If you want to make a GivingTuesday commitment, contact NEF staff at (888) 516-8585 or email NEF@nomma.org.

 
 

 

Last year, Nick Toll was awarded the Todd Kinnikin Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded to a deserving NOMMA member engaged in the fabrication of ornamental and miscellaneous metals to cover METALfab attendance expenses.


   
Carlsen Family Award  



This year, we’ll also be offering The Future Generation Carlsen Family Award. This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student pursuing metal fabrication education to attend METALfab.

The deadline is Dec. 20, but we encourage participants to apply early.

 

We know we covered a lot of great information in this newsletter. Here’s a recap for you:

 
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.
 
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Featured Top Job Contest Winner

Gold: Wiemann Metalcraft

Title of Entry: Greenhouse and Shade Structure
Material: Steel tube; steel plate and cast iron ornament for the shade structure; aluminum extrusions (some custom); cast aluminum ornament and glass for the greenhouse
Finish: Baked enamel paint and gold leaf
Total Labor Hours: 3500

I_Arts Work

Wiemann Metalcraft created both the greenhouse and the shade structure as site specific buildings for a residence, and all the design work was done by the fabricator. Inspiration and creative direction for the design came in part from current architectural and ornamental metal details the owner had elsewhere on their property. Wiemann also took cues from traditional greenhouse architecture. 

One of the many impressive elements of this project is the unique physical capabilities of the two structures. Both are professionally engineered for thermal, wind and seismic movements, right down to the concrete footings. 

Wiemann combined their expert design skills and fabrication prowess to create two truly unique structures that are as technicaly superior as they are lovely.

To learn more about Wiemann Metalcraft, and to see more of the company’s signature work, visit https://wmcraft.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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NOMMA Member Savings Program

The holidays are around the corner! Now is the time to take a look at your budget and see how you could be saving more before the hustle and bustle (and added expenses) of the winter season get underway.

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

NOMMA's MSP provides connections to many discounts that can help reduce both your operating and business expenses. Learn more here.

 
 

 

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