Sheet Metal Unleashed

Dean Fowell FABTECH 2025 What to Expect & How to Win Your Week EP 15

🔥 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Dean Fowell Tells you about Fabtech 2025 Make sure to visit OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES AT BOOTH A2123 CUTTING. BENDING. AUTOMATING. PERFECTING. At the Edge of Perfection, MC Machinery brings serious firepower—20kW, 12kW, and 6kW Mitsubishi Electric fiber lasers with ASTES4 automation that sorts like a pro. Experience precision bending with Adira press brakes. Diamond press brakes powered by FastBEND and RIBS automation from Acieta. We’re also debuting MC Finishing, leveling up your post-processing game. As always, our legendary Gold Standard Service team is standing by—plus a few surprises you’ll have to see to believe

Eric Scott Certified Welder Fabricator Carolinba Fab Works EP 15

Certified welder/fabricator Troy, NC carolinafabworks@gmail.com Beardoctane code Eric10. Knoxfrc-CFW10. Krknapparel-Eric15. Bluecollargrind CFW10 https://www.instagram.com/carolina_fab_works/ [https://www.instagram.com/carolina_fab_works/] https://www.tiktok.com/@eric.scott81   🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW This podcast dives deep into the pulse of the sheetmetal, fabrication, and manufacturing industries. Hosted by professionals for professionals, we bring you raw, unfiltered conversations with fabricators, engineers, machine builders, shop owners, software experts, welders, and innovators from across the globe. Whether you're on the shop floor or behind a CAD screen, this is your go-to platform for insight, inspiration, and industry connection. Each episode covers a wide spectrum of topics including: Sheetmetal fabrication and welding techniques Press brake, laser, plasma, waterjet, and CNC machine innovations CAD/CAM and offline programming tools (ToolShop, Radan, etc.) Automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing Shop stories and journeys from industry leaders and everyday builders Troubleshooting common shop problems and productivity tips Industry news, technology trends, and future forecasting Real talk about running a fabrication business—from quoting and staffing to scaling and sustaining   👨‍🏭 WHO IT’S FOR This show is for: Sheetmetal workers and welders Manufacturing business owners Engineers and CAD/CAM programmers Shop managers and production leaders Machinery dealers and equipment specialists Students and apprentices looking to break into the trades Anyone passionate about building, fabricating, and innovating with metal 🌎 JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY We’re building a worldwide network of tradespeople, technicians, engineers, and innovators who live and breathe metal. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Connect with our growing community through: 🔗 Subscribe to our channel for new episodes, machine reviews, shop tours, and tech breakdowns 💬 Comment below and join the conversation—your experience matters 📣 Share with your team, your shop, or anyone who loves fabrication 📸 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn (@SheetmetalTV) for daily content and behind-the-scenes footage 🌐 Visit our website: www.Sheetmetaltv.com for exclusive merch, resources, and podcast links 🔥 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Eddie Rich – From Fabricator to Mechatronics Engineer Join us as we sit down with Eddie Rich, a seasoned fabricator turned mechatronics engineer. With deep knowledge in lasers, press brakes, fabrication, and CAD/CAM software, Eddie’s journey is a masterclass in growth, adaptability, and innovation in manufacturing. We’ll dive into: His transition from the fab floor to engineering Lessons learned working with high-tech machinery His take on automation, robotics, and the future of fabrication Advice for fabricators looking to level up in the trade 🔧 TOOLS, TECH, AND TOPICS COVERED: Machines: [Press Brakes, CNC Lasers, Plasma Cutters, etc.] Software: [ToolShop CAD/CAM, Radan, ERP/MES tools] Skills: [TIG/MIG Welding, Forming, Nesting, Offline Programming] Industry Buzz: [Smart factories, Industry 4.0, Supply Chain updates] 🎧 LISTEN ON THE GO: Prefer audio? Find us on: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music • iHeartRadio • Google Podcasts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheetmetaltv/ [https://www.instagram.com/sheetmetaltv/] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjkrHEGVwgD4C7OSL31wF [https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjkrHEGVwgD4C7OSL31wF] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sheet-metal-unleashed/id1805144843 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sheet-metal-unleashed/id1805144843] Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-l3D6qph8qTK2 [https://www.podbean.com/user-l3D6qph8qTK2] 🛠️ GET FEATURED OR SPONSOR AN EPISODE Want your shop, product, or software highlighted on the show? Reach out to us at dean@sheetmetaltv.com 📢 LET'S TALK SHOP. REAL PEOPLE. REAL SHOPS. REAL STORIES. Thanks for tuning in to the Sheetmetal TV & Fabrication Sheetmetal Unleashed Podcast. Whether you're bending metal, burning wire, or running code, this podcast is here to bring the industry together—one conversation at a time. #SheetmetalTV #ManufacturingPodcast #FabricationLife #CNCmachines #PressBrake #WeldingLife #ToolShop #RadanSoftware #Automation #Metalworking #SmartManufacturing #Industry40 #JobShop #CADCAM #ShopTalk #MadeInUSA #FabricatorsUnite #sheetmetalworker

Aaron Neefe | Acc Manager | Industrial Alloys EP 13

🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW This podcast dives deep into the pulse of the sheetmetal, fabrication, and manufacturing industries. Hosted by professionals for professionals, we bring you raw, unfiltered conversations with fabricators, engineers, machine builders, shop owners, software experts, welders, and innovators from across the globe. Whether you're on the shop floor or behind a CAD screen, this is your go-to platform for insight, inspiration, and industry connection. Each episode covers a wide spectrum of topics including: Sheetmetal fabrication and welding techniques Press brake, laser, plasma, waterjet, and CNC machine innovations CAD/CAM and offline programming tools (ToolShop, Radan, etc.) Automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing Shop stories and journeys from industry leaders and everyday builders Troubleshooting common shop problems and productivity tips Industry news, technology trends, and future forecasting Real talk about running a fabrication business—from quoting and staffing to scaling and sustaining 👨‍🏭 WHO IT’S FOR This show is for: Sheetmetal workers and welders Manufacturing business owners Engineers and CAD/CAM programmers Shop managers and production leaders Machinery dealers and equipment specialists Students and apprentices looking to break into the trades Anyone passionate about building, fabricating, and innovating with metal 🌎 JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY We’re building a worldwide network of tradespeople, technicians, engineers, and innovators who live and breathe metal. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Connect with our growing community through: 🔗 Subscribe to our channel for new episodes, machine reviews, shop tours, and tech breakdowns 💬 Comment below and join the conversation—your experience matters 📣 Share with your team, your shop, or anyone who loves fabrication 📸 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn (@SheetmetalTV) for daily content and behind-the-scenes footage 🌐 Visit our website: www.Sheetmetaltv.com for exclusive merch, resources, and podcast links 🔥 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Aaron Neefe | Acc Manager | Industrial Alloys 🔩 This Week on Sheetmetal Unleashed: Spotlight on Industrial Alloys, Inc. (IAI Fab) 🔧 In this episode, we sit down with the team behind Industrial Alloys, Inc., one of the Southeast’s most trusted names in metal distribution and precision fabrication. Based in Indian Trail, North Carolina, IAI Fab has been bending steel and pushing boundaries since 1983. From 5-axis CNC plasma and high-power fiber laser cutting to rolling, welding, forming, and machining—they’re a true full-service fabrication house built to serve industries that demand speed, accuracy, and quality. 🎙️ Topics we cover: How IAI Fab became a one-stop-shop for metal distribution and fabrication Their investment in technology—from 6kW fiber lasers to advanced CNC machines What it takes to be ISO 9001 certified and a Level-1 government supplier How they handle rush jobs, custom cuts, and full-scale assemblies with precision Why customers across defense, construction, automotive, and OEMs trust them Whether you're a fabricator, machinist, or just love metalworking—this episode will inspire and inform. 🔗 Learn more: https://iaifab.com 📍 Located in Indian Trail, NC | Serving customers nationwide 📞 Call: (800) 772-6176 💬 Drop a comment if you’ve worked with IAI Fab or have questions for their team! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on the bell for more real-world shop talk every week on Sheetmetal Unleashed! #MetalFabrication #SheetMetalLife #IAIFab #CNCPlasma #FiberLaser #Welding #ManufacturingPodcast #SheetmetalUnleashed #FabricationShop #MadeInUSA 🎧 LISTEN ON THE GO: Prefer audio? Find us on: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music • iHeartRadio • Google Podcasts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheetmetaltv/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjkrHEGVwgD4C7OSL31wF Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sheet-metal-unleashed/id1805144843 Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-l3D6qph8qTK2 🛠️ GET FEATURED OR SPONSOR AN EPISODE Want your shop, product, or software highlighted on the show? Reach out to us at dean@sheetmetaltv.com 📢 LET'S TALK SHOP. REAL PEOPLE. REAL SHOPS. REAL STORIES. Thanks for tuning in to the Sheetmetal TV & Fabrication Sheetmetal Unleashed Podcast. Whether you're bending metal, burning wire, or running code, this podcast is here to bring the industry together—one conversation at a time. #SheetmetalTV #ManufacturingPodcast #FabricationLife #CNCmachines #PressBrake #WeldingLife #ToolShop #RadanSoftware #Automation #Metalworking #SmartManufacturing #Industry40 #JobShop #CADCAM #ShopTalk #MadeInUSA #FabricatorsUnite #sheetmetalworker

Dean Fowell From Hammer to Hydraulic The History of the Press Brake EP12

🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW This podcast dives deep into the pulse of the sheetmetal, fabrication, and manufacturing industries. Hosted by professionals for professionals, we bring you raw, unfiltered conversations with fabricators, engineers, machine builders, shop owners, software experts, welders, and innovators from across the globe. Whether you're on the shop floor or behind a CAD screen, this is your go-to platform for insight, inspiration, and industry connection. Each episode covers a wide spectrum of topics including: Sheetmetal fabrication and welding techniques Press brake, laser, plasma, waterjet, and CNC machine innovations CAD/CAM and offline programming tools (ToolShop, Radan, etc.) Automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing Shop stories and journeys from industry leaders and everyday builders Troubleshooting common shop problems and productivity tips Industry news, technology trends, and future forecasting Real talk about running a fabrication business—from quoting and staffing to scaling and sustaining   👨‍🏭 WHO IT’S FOR This show is for: Sheetmetal workers and welders Manufacturing business owners Engineers and CAD/CAM programmers Shop managers and production leaders Machinery dealers and equipment specialists Students and apprentices looking to break into the trades Anyone passionate about building, fabricating, and innovating with metal 🌎 JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY We’re building a worldwide network of tradespeople, technicians, engineers, and innovators who live and breathe metal. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Connect with our growing community through: 🔗 Subscribe to our channel for new episodes, machine reviews, shop tours, and tech breakdowns 💬 Comment below and join the conversation—your experience matters 📣 Share with your team, your shop, or anyone who loves fabrication 📸 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn (@SheetmetalTV) for daily content and behind-the-scenes footage 🌐 Visit our website: www.Sheetmetaltv.com for exclusive merch, resources, and podcast links 🔥 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Dean Fowell your Host Going Solo, From Hammer to Hydraulic: The History of the First Press Brake” This time, Dean’s flying solo and taking you on a journey through time — from blacksmith hammers to the birth of hydraulic muscle and CNC precision. 💥 Discover how the press brake evolved into one of the most essential machines in modern fabrication. Whether you're a shop floor vet or just getting started, this one's for the metalheads. 🔧⚙️ 🔧 TOOLS, TECH, AND TOPICS COVERED: Machines: [Press Brakes, CNC Lasers, Plasma Cutters, etc.] Software: [ToolShop CAD/CAM, Radan, ERP/MES tools] Skills: [TIG/MIG Welding, Forming, Nesting, Offline Programming] Industry Buzz: [Smart factories, Industry 4.0, Supply Chain updates] 🎧 LISTEN ON THE GO: Prefer audio? Find us on: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music • iHeartRadio • Google Podcasts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheetmetaltv/ [https://www.instagram.com/sheetmetaltv/] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjkrHEGVwgD4C7OSL31wF [https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjkrHEGVwgD4C7OSL31wF] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sheet-metal-unleashed/id1805144843 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sheet-metal-unleashed/id1805144843] Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-l3D6qph8qTK2 [https://www.podbean.com/user-l3D6qph8qTK2] 🛠️ GET FEATURED OR SPONSOR AN EPISODE Want your shop, product, or software highlighted on the show? Reach out to us at dean@sheetmetaltv.com 📢 LET'S TALK SHOP. REAL PEOPLE. REAL SHOPS. REAL STORIES. Thanks for tuning in to the Sheetmetal TV & Fabrication Sheetmetal Unleashed Podcast. Whether you're bending metal, burning wire, or running code, this podcast is here to bring the industry together—one conversation at a time. #SheetmetalTV #ManufacturingPodcast #FabricationLife #CNCmachines #PressBrake #WeldingLife #ToolShop #RadanSoftware #Automation #Metalworking #SmartManufacturing #Industry40 #JobShop #CADCAM #ShopTalk #MadeInUSA #FabricatorsUnite #sheetmetalworker

Robert Mann BluTec Machinery EP 11

🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW This podcast dives deep into the pulse of the sheetmetal, fabrication, and manufacturing industries. Hosted by professionals for professionals, we bring you raw, unfiltered conversations with fabricators, engineers, machine builders, shop owners, software experts, welders, and innovators from across the globe. Whether you're on the shop floor or behind a CAD screen, this is your go-to platform for insight, inspiration, and industry connection. Each episode covers a wide spectrum of topics including: Sheetmetal fabrication and welding techniques Press brake, laser, plasma, waterjet, and CNC machine innovations CAD/CAM and offline programming tools (ToolShop, Radan, etc.) Automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing Shop stories and journeys from industry leaders and everyday builders Troubleshooting common shop problems and productivity tips Industry news, technology trends, and future forecasting Real talk about running a fabrication business—from quoting and staffing to scaling and sustaining   👨‍🏭 WHO IT’S FOR This show is for: Sheetmetal workers and welders Manufacturing business owners Engineers and CAD/CAM programmers Shop managers and production leaders Machinery dealers and equipment specialists Students and apprentices looking to break into the trades Anyone passionate about building, fabricating, and innovating with metal 🌎 JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY We’re building a worldwide network of tradespeople, technicians, engineers, and innovators who live and breathe metal. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Connect with our growing community through: 🔗 Subscribe to our channel for new episodes, machine reviews, shop tours, and tech breakdowns 💬 Comment below and join the conversation—your experience matters 📣 Share with your team, your shop, or anyone who loves fabrication 📸 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn (@SheetmetalTV) for daily content and behind-the-scenes footage 🌐 Visit our website: www.Sheetmetaltv.com for exclusive merch, resources, and podcast links 🔥 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Robert Mann, From Fabricator to VP of Sales we will talk with Robert from BluTec Machinery and get to know more about him and BluTec Machinery. 🔧 TOOLS, TECH, AND TOPICS COVERED: Machines: [Press Brakes, CNC Lasers, Plasma Cutters, etc.] Software: [ToolShop CAD/CAM, Radan, ERP/MES tools] Skills: [TIG/MIG Welding, Forming, Nesting, Offline Programming] Industry Buzz: [Smart factories, Industry 4.0, Supply Chain updates] 🎧 LISTEN ON THE GO: Prefer audio? Find us on: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Music • iHeartRadio • Google Podcasts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheetmetaltv/ [https://www.instagram.com/sheetmetaltv/] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjkrHEGVwgD4C7OSL31wF [https://open.spotify.com/show/0WjkrHEGVwgD4C7OSL31wF] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sheet-metal-unleashed/id1805144843 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sheet-metal-unleashed/id1805144843] Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/user-l3D6qph8qTK2 [https://www.podbean.com/user-l3D6qph8qTK2] 🛠️ GET FEATURED OR SPONSOR AN EPISODE Want your shop, product, or software highlighted on the show? Reach out to us at dean@sheetmetaltv.com 📢 LET'S TALK SHOP. REAL PEOPLE. REAL SHOPS. REAL STORIES. Thanks for tuning in to the Sheetmetal TV & Fabrication Sheetmetal Unleashed Podcast. Whether you're bending metal, burning wire, or running code, this podcast is here to bring the industry together—one conversation at a time. #SheetmetalTV #ManufacturingPodcast #FabricationLife #CNCmachines #PressBrake #WeldingLife #ToolShop #RadanSoftware #Automation #Metalworking #SmartManufacturing #Industry40 #JobShop #CADCAM #ShopTalk #MadeInUSA #FabricatorsUnite #sheetmetalworker