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WHERE: Division 5 Metalworks
WHEN: May 16 – 17

Save the date to join us in Kalamazoo, Michigan for the Upper Midwest Chapter meeting! Details will be announced on the NOMMA Community Calendar as they are available. You can contact Rob Rolves with questions: rrolves@foremanfab.com.

 
   

WHERE: Webinar
WHEN: May 21 at 2:00 PM ET

FREE for Members ($50 for non-members)

Join us for a NOMMA webinar: Demystifying Glass Railing Systems. Join us as we take a deep dive into heavy glass handrail and guardrail systems. This course will review glass sizing, thicknesses and when laminated glass must be used.

 
Lewis Brass & Copper Co. Inc.
D&D Technologies (USA), Inc.
 

Get your company name in front of hundreds of metals industry professionals – sponsor a NOMMA webinar for only $400!

Capitalize on targeted exposure: reach a focused audience of industry professionals who are interested in continuing education for themselves and their employees. You get branding on all webinar marketing, a live introduction and video commercial. Upcoming webinar opportunities include Glass and Bonding.

 
Prevent Callbacks Before They Happen!
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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Congratulations to La Forge De Style on being selected by Signatures Singulières Magazine for its 2025 Address Book, which lists the talents and know-how of the French Haute Decoration. A well-deserved honor!

Take a look at the download available on the homepage of signatures-singulieres.fr.

Visit La Forge De Style's website to learn more and see some of the talented team's signature work.

News and image courtesy of La Forge De Style: www.facebook.com/laforgedestyle.

 
 
  L-R: Barry Zekelman, Mickey McNamara, Tom Muth

Zekelman Industries
Zekelman Industries, North America’s largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer, has revamped its leadership to support future growth. CEO Barry Zekelman will continue to focus on corporate strategy and market challenges while handing over some day-to-day operations to newly appointed president Mickey McNamara, who has been with the company for 17 years. Additionally, Tom Muth has been promoted to lead the pipe and tube division, building on his success in driving expansion and innovation. These changes aim to boost operational excellence, technological progress, and customer value as the company pursues new opportunities.
Read full release at www.zekelman.com.

 

We're pleased to share this exciting progress update from the Metal Museum!

"Check out these stunning drone photos of the soon-to-be new home of the Metal Museum in Overton Park!
Renovations are underway to transform this historic space into a vibrant hub for metal arts, education, and community. Stay tuned for updates as we breathe new life into this iconic building!"

Follow along with the building progress on the Metal Museum's Facebook page.

  

Images courtesy of @mmc_builds.

 

If you didn't get a chance to check out our Jan/Feb issue of O&MM Fabricator, hop over to our digital edition archives and take a look! The March/April edition will be out before you know it, and we're looking forward to hearing your feedback and suggestions for our upcoming issues.

Here are a few of our favorite features:

Case Study: Cantilever Gate Solutions for the City of Alton

Historical Metalwork Documents Find a Permanent Home

A Quantum Leap: Work Tables Ch. 2, with Quantum Machinery Group

 
Chicago Metal Rolled Products
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Featured Past Top Job Contest Winner
 

It's almost here! Top Job voting begins April 3rd. Stay tuned for further details about our online voting process as we get closer to the date.

If you'd like a little inspiration while you're waiting, visit our Top Job Gallery digital archives and dive into some of our past Top Job entry projects!

 
Custom Curved Metal Stair Stringers
Chicago Metal Rolled Products®
Chicago Metal Rolled Products is the industry leader in curved stair stringers and handrails.  Our work can be found in large commercial applications as well as private residences.  Our innovative online Stringer Calculator provides our clients with accurate computation, improved communication, and increased quality fabrication of helical stair stringers and handrails. 
View our portfolio here
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AWS.org
The latest welding terminology standard from AWS is now available. This updated reference includes new terms for additive manufacturing and nondestructive examination to support accuracy in welding documentation.
Visit the AWS bookstore to learn more.
 
USA Today
President Trump confirmed this week that the 25% steel and aluminum tariffs remain unchanged with no exemptions, and additional reciprocal duties will take effect on April 2. The move is intended to bolster domestic industry, although it has already led to retaliatory measures by Canada and the EU and increased market uncertainty.
 
Safety & Health Magazine 
A Harvard University survey in partnership with the de Beaumont Foundation found that 60% of workers with chronic conditions haven’t disclosed them to their employers, while 76% manage symptoms during work hours. Many face stigma and limited flexibility, with challenges ranging from inadequate paid leave to difficulty taking time off. Experts suggest that more open employer-employee conversations could help address these hidden challenges, improving employee retention and well-being.
 
 

 

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