
The Fabricator Podcast features conversations with the people who make things out of metal—fabricators, welders, shop owners, and manufacturing leaders. Hosted by The Fabricator Editor-in-Chief Dan Davis with rotating co-hosts, the show explores manufacturing, the skilled trades, and the culture surrounding them. Part of the FMA Podcast Network.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 104 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyEntrepreneurshipBusiness | |||

We’re joined by Chicago-based metal artist Eric W. Stephenson, founder of LunaBurn Studio and a fifth-generation craftsman. In addition to his own extensive career creating metal sculpture, Stephenson spent the final 23 years of Richard Hunt’s life w... more
Jeanette Vecchio Smith and Ken Pecho from Chicago Metal Rolled Products join us on our 100th episode to talk about CMRP’s role in shaping the Las Vegas Sphere. Ken, lead project engineer at Chicago Metal Rolled Products, and Jeanette, a manager at CM... more
Colin Cosgrove, president and CEO of Laystrom Manufacturing in Chicago, returns to The Fabricator Podcast to discuss how a mid-sized fabrication shop can plan for growth intentionally while maintaining flexibility, culture, and operational focus.
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In this episode of The Fabricator Podcast, Maxwell Keeler of Electro-Mechanical Integrators (EMI) explains how modern tube plasma cutting systems handle multiple material profiles, enable tab-and-slot construction, and remove much of the math and lay... more
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Good show. Keep hp the good work
Guests are good to hear from. Cut the stuff out in the first few minutes of each podcast. Pointless conversation.
I would like to hear an interview with the OG Jody Collier and Overkillracingandchassis.
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Conversations with leaders in the metal fabrication and manufacturing industry are central to this audio experience, focusing on the intricacies of metalwork, from welding innovations to business strategies. Topics range from specific techniques like laser cutting and metal shaping, to broader themes such as workforce development, apprenticeships, and mental health awareness within the trades. Notably, the discussions often emphasize the importance of personal narratives, showcasing how individuals navigate their careers in an evolving industry, thereby fostering community connections and inspiring future talents.
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