While Ductmate and others were changing transverse duct construction in the '80, another cadre of businesses began bringing the industry into the computer era.
The Emporia, Kansas college offers students two different pathways in its welding technology program and helps ready them for life after college through both classroom and hands-on instruction.
The welding technology program, which is led by American Welding Society-certified instructors, boasts two offerings: a technical certificate and an associate's degree.
From its beginnings as a one-man operation to an industry-leading global innovator in roll forming and value-added solutions, Samco Machinery is excited to be celebrating its 50th anniversary.
SNIPS Industry Icon David Daw reviews the developments of the HVAC Sheet Metal Industry in the 1970s – including the transition from sheet stock to coil.
Saving labor was a priority in the 1970s as much it is today. One of the biggest developments in the ‘70s (and ‘80s) came from transitioning away from fabricating rectangular sheet metal duct “straights” using galvanized sheet stock, instead using 12,000 pound, 48” and 60” coils.
Daw has changed the course of the sheet metal industry several times over his 50-plus year career, and he says he’s not done yet. That’s why he’s SNIPS 2021 Sheet Metal Industry Icon.