Steel Fabricators` Review

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A PEDDINGHAUS PUBLICATION FOR FABRICATORS MAKING TODAY’S SKYLINE POSSIBLE
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STEELFAB OF CHARLOTTE
A True Testament to the Power of Partnerships
IN THIS ISSUE
SteelFab of Charlotte
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Ros Casares
Turning the Key to Unlock the Future of Steel Supply
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Peddinghaus Spain S.A.
Manufacturer of CNC Machine Tools and Material Handling Systems 8
Structural Steel Systems Ltd.
Fully Remanufactured Peddinghaus Machines
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NASCC Recap
Strengthening the Bonds that Hold our Industry Together
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Barone Steel Fabricators
Legacy of Craftsmanship – Father to Sons
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Jose “Pepe” Cavazos
Getting To Know Director of Latin American Operations
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AS Bond 003 – Quebec, Canada
Distributor Spotlight
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South African Fab Shop Tour
Mark Your Calendar for November 4, 2009
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ROS CASARES
Turning the Key to
Unlock the Future
of Steel Supply
Why is Ros Casares
considered the Spanish
leader in Steel Service
Center and Structural
Rafael Bedia knows the
Steelwork/Fabrication?
Why do they set the pace value of providing superior
in Industrial Distribution customer service.
and Transportation Logistics? Because Grupo Ros
Casares has become a vital link in the supply chain
for modern companies who seek the services of
a progressive organization dedicated to customer
satisfaction. Ros Casares does it all – from
supplying a cut to length steel profile to a complex
fabricated member. No job is too big or too small
for one of the most advanced steel suppliers in the
Spain/Portugal peninsula.
See the full story on page 6
Riding the leading edge of steel fabrication together; Brian Schlenker, Russell Barngrover, Ron Sherrill and R. Glenn
Sherrill Jr. know the secret to success – satisfied customers and quality craftsmanship.
“It has been said that a man is known by the company he keeps. And it is no more true than in business, where
men are known by the companies they create and the clients they serve.” — This statement by J. Glenn Sherrill,
founder of SteelFab Incorporated, is evident today at their Charlotte, North Carolina headquarters. 54 years
since its inception SteelFab, Inc. continues to be a family owned and operated organization driven by customer
satisfaction and powered by an incredibly talented group of individuals.
Now with six major locations across the United States and over 750 company-wide employees SteelFab has proven
themselves to be one of the premier fabricators leading the steel construction industry today. The amount of
growth that SteelFab has experienced since their humble beginnings as an ornamental handrail manufacturer is a
true testament to the power of partnerships. Proud owners of 14 Peddinghaus machines at their Charlotte location
alone, the SteelFab and Peddinghaus partnership has proven to be a winning combination.
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BARONE STEEL FABRICATORS
Located in the heart of New York City (the borough of
Brooklyn) is a unique structural steel fabricator with
deep family roots. Two brothers, Nick and Ralph Barone,
guide the firm with enthusiasm – fed by the kindred
spirit of a dedicated work ethic and commitment to
quality. This devotion to steel was an inherited trait
from their father, Vincent Barone, who was not only a
fabricator, but a true metal craftsman.
Brothers Nick and Ralph Barone fabricate efficiently in
the core of the Big Apple.
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STEEL FABRICATORS’ REVIEW
SUMMER 2009
Peddinghaus has Been Busy – For You!
Yes, we read the newspapers and listen to the media
about today’s economy. But Peddinghaus remains
busy serving you and our industry! Here are only a
few items we’ve been working on since the NASCC
in Phoenix:
Lyle Menke
Hola – SFR now
Multi-Lingual
This issue of the Steel Fab
Review marks a milestone for
the publication! All future issues
will be published in Spanish as
well as the English language.
Our editorial staff is humbled
by the global acceptance of this
publication and we are in awe
that our circulation has grown to
over 15,000 worldwide.
Our readership is comprised of
structural steel and heavy plate
fabricators, steel service and
stocking centers, general metal
working shops and those firms
doing business in the steel
construction, bridge fabrication,
agricultural, mining, railroad and
related fabrication industries.
Machine Enhancements
• BDL 1250/9D has “tapping” in each spindle for
web and flange holes
• HSFDB 2500 plate machines capable of
HPR 400 amp hy-definition plasma cutting –
superlative speed, cut quality and part marking
Software Enhancements
• Peddimat production tracking software
• Check part productivity – or monitor any portion
of machine production
• Peddimat “Tool Wear” Counter for Peddinghaus
drill lines – a great way to monitor tool life with
today’s expensive tooling
• Improved integration with industry softwares
• User Meeting participation: FabTrol (May), Tekla
(August) Design Data (September) AceCad (TBA)
ISO certification 2001:9008 proving our International Quality
Standards
Enhanced customer service – Call Center open 15 hours
per day
Thank you to our loyal
readers and our advertisers.
We salute you!
Mark your calendars for Steel
Day 2009 – September 18, 2009.
As noted in the last issue of the
STEEL FABRICATORS’
REVIEW, the AISC is organizing
an industry wide initiative to
promote steel – the lifeblood of
our industry.
What is Peddinghaus doing to assist this initiative?
Here’s just a glimpse of what Peddinghaus has planned:
We will open our doors to the industry – especially
Architects, General Contractors and Fabricators to
visit our facility to see world class fabrication machine
tools in action.
With our diverse product line, we will demonstrate hole
creation in all its methods:
• punched
• drilled with twist drills
• drilled with high speed carbide
• holes created thermally with plasma
We will host live demonstrations of material handling
— beams, columns, tubing, angle, channel
Band sawing demonstrations
Peddinghaus R & D – Leading Edge Technology
Sure we are working on new machine designs and
concepts! Jim Magnuson heads up our Engineering R
& D department. Jim is a Peddinghaus “veteran” with
over 30 years of Peddinghaus experience as a field
service tech AND as our V.P. of Engineering.
Jim and his staff have been working on some great
new designs that will totally revolutionize the way
you fabricate steel. Interested? Give us a call, and
arrange for a visit to Bradley – we’re only 90 minutes
from Chicago’s airport. We’ll even pick you up!
Say Yes to NASCC
We welcome your thoughts and
ideas on topics and features that
affect our industry. These are
trying times for many involved
in our market, so it is important
for every industry partner to
cooperate and communicate
with peers.
Steel Day 2009
say
Another successful NASCC
Conference was held
April 1 - 4 in Phoenix, AZ.
The world of steel construction converged on the
new Phoenix Convention Center – consisting of
over over 18,000 tons and fabricated by Schuff Steel.
What a perfect setting for such an important industry
event!
Peddinghaus wishes to thank Roger Ferch, President;
Scott Melnick, Vice President, and especially Ms.
Katey Preston, Director of Meetings and Conferences,
for their continued dedication to the growth and
progress of this conference. The high attendance in a
difficult time speaks volumes for the quality of the
programs.
Part identification marking via mechanical or thermal
methods
Plate nesting with thermal cutting via scrap saving
common cut line and chain cutting methods
Travel and Learn
with Peddinghaus
Peddinghaus is also considered the “Unofficial Tour
Guides of the Structural Fabrication Industry”.
We are happy to always sponsor tours
of fabrication shops in geographic
locations throughout the world.
For Steel Day 2009, we will
provide the same courtesies.
Let us know your interest, and
we will explore the opportunities!
Give us a call.
Network Now
In challenging economic times, what is a common business direction? Some advise to “hunker down” and wait
it out. Not very sound advice in our opinion. This is a
time of OPPORTUNITY!
An important business tenet is too always PARTNER
UP! Talk to your industry peers, and get their opinion
on local markets, industry trends and issues that affect
your business. A small investment of your time could be
a pivotal turning point for your business. So say “YES”
to the future!
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FROM THE CEO
Dear Customers and Friends,
I recently spent the July 4th weekend with my in-laws at their home near Lake Michigan
in Indiana. As you may know, I was born in Germany, but I have to say that one of my very
favorite holidays is the Fourth of July or American Independence Day.
For three days, businesses in the USA come to a standstill…
For three days, businessmen forget all about the daily
“opportunities” and “challenges” that we all face… (as you
can conclude, I’m not a very good liar… business consumes
most of our thoughts.)
Anton Peddinghaus
However, after spending time with my family, and sharing the experience of a fireworks
presentation with my kids, my perspective began to change. Perhaps it was the expression of awe reflected my kids’ eyes as they watched a skyrocket explode high in the night
sky, but I felt the same feeling about business in the structural steel marketplace - it
will soar again and business will only get better.
Perhaps this current economy is a good wake
up call for me and my Peddinghaus teammates.
It certainly brought all of us back to reality –
very quickly!
Thanks for Visiting NASCC
On the business side, the NASCC this past
April in Phoenix was a different kind of success.
My compliments go again to the AISC – Roger
Ferch, Scott Melnick, and Katey Preston for
their hard work in preparation. The conference
was very well attended, and our booth was very
busy with visitors/guests and old friends
renewing acquaintances. I was very pleased to
see so many of you attended Peddinghaus’
Opening Day event that was held at Chase
Field in downtown Phoenix. I was very pleased
to meet many of our customers and I really
enjoyed our lively discussions. This feedback
is invaluable as Peddinghaus continually seeks
to improve.
Say Yes to the Future –
There will NEVER be a Better Time
Additionally, our clients in the Eastern North
American time zone have the opportunity for an
“earlier start” to keep them productive.
Here’s a service tip that I would like to pass on
to all of you. Make sure your Peddinghaus
machine is hooked up to a network cable. Also,
invest in a simple web camera and interface with
your system. These two simple additions will
prove to be invaluable when it comes to efficiently diagnosing a problem or question and
successfully resolving it.
Summer Reading
Serving You Better… the Peddinghaus Way
Despite a tough economy, I am happy to report
that we are closing in on a company goal set last
year. We are a step closer to full 24/7 call center
customer assistance. Our Call Center is now
open from 2 am until 5 pm CST. This gives you
now over 15 hours of customer service and parts
assistance. I have already heard from our international customers how this helps them.
Even though we all get the feeling that the worst
is over, I would like to share some information
from a book that I truly enjoyed and found
quite pertinent to today’s business climate. The
book is entitled “How The Mighty Have Fallen”
by Jim Collins.
While reading this book, questions came to
mind that I needed to ask myself.
“Was Peddinghaus on its way to taking too
much risk?”
“Did we care enough for our core business?”
“Did Peddinghaus become somewhat over
confident?”
“Was part of our success just ‘luck’?”
w w w. s t e e l f a b r e v i e w. c o m
Don’t be lulled into total inactivity if your business is off a little. This is the prime opportunity
to examine your workshop. Take a critical look
at material flow, beam handling and hidden
overhead costs.
Consult with a Peddinghaus distributor or
Regional Sales Manager. We have specialists in
shop layout and performance that stand ready to
assist you. An evaluation costs you nothing and
we supply the engineering expertise. Just take a
look at the SteelFab of Charlotte aticle in this
issue.
We have all been advised to think “long term”.
There will never be a better time to invest in the
future. Abundant business the past years provided profit for all of us. Government tax incentives
are in place to assist your capital investment –
now is the time!
Speaking of investment… now is a perfect time
to invest in people. Many technical specialists
are available for all positions including engineers, detailers and welders. The labor market is
excellent now, so take advantage of it!
Enjoy the Summer! No matter your choice of
beverage – fill it to the top! Remember… at
Peddinghaus… the glass is always MORE than
half full.
say
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Humble Beginnings
In 1955 J. Glenn Sherrill opened SteelFab near the Charlotte International Airport specializing in
furnishing and installing ornamental handrails as well as porch columns. His previous experience
as part owner of another structural shop in Salisbury, NC gave him the confidence and knowledge
needed to set out on his own. After acquiring the essentials – a portable engine welder, stake
bed truck, 300 amp rectifier welder, pipe and bolt threader, a drill press and plenty of hand
tools –SteelFab hired its first employee and opened their doors for business.
The two employees that made up SteelFab’s
workforce operated out of an old barn while
Blanche Sherrill (Glenn Sherrill’s wife) maintained all of the necessary bookkeeping. Over
the course of the first fifteen years, the company
evolved into fabricating small structural projects
including stairs, handrails, and copious amounts
of base plates for a local precast supplier. By
1970 revenues reached $600,000 per year. This
early success was the company’s first major
benchmark in the structural steel community.
A Family Business Is A Good Business
In the years between 1970 and 1976 Glenn’s
three sons, Phillip, Ron, and Don, entered the
business. As with any young businessmen they
were full of ideas, ambition and a contagious
passion for success. Up until this point, connection materials were produced on an ironworker.
Wide flange and heavy sections of beams were
thermally cut by hand and all holes were drilled
manually using portable magnetic drills.
The energetic Sherrill brothers brought a new
vigor to these processes and looked to automate.
The first introduction to automation was a
beam punch line purchased in the early 1980s.
With this initial taste of CNC efficiency
SteelFab started fabricating projects of over
1,000 tons for many of the local Charlotte contractors. Realizing that automation was a great
way to expedite procedures and cut costs,
SteelFab began to explore the future potential.
In the earlier part of the 1990s the partnership
between SteelFab and Peddinghaus grew with
the addition of their first 9 spindle drill line.
The ability to continue quoting larger projects
and fabricating them in a much more efficient
process with the automated drilling of heavy
structural members was a continued catalyst for
innovation. Over time as both companies have
grown Peddinghaus and SteelFab’s relationship
has continued to evolve at each of their six
major shop locations with a list of Peddinghaus
work horses that include:
SteelFab’s main office in Charlotte, North Carolina is home to powerful partnersh
• 7 Coping Machines
• 5 Angle Lines
• 3 Beam Punch Lines
• 4 Plate Duplicators
• 3 Plate Processors
• 11 Band Saws (including mitered, straight cut,
and cold saws)
• 7 Drill Lines
And the latest addition to their machine shop...
• The BDL-1250/9D high speed carbide drill
line
A Dedication To Efficiency
SteelFab’s success is not only due to their superior
levels of service and dedication to customer
satisfaction – but a remarkable sense of efficiency
throughout the company. Russell Barngrover,
Vice President and Plant Manager is a seasoned
steel fabrication veteran who came to SteelFab
in Charlotte with a mission – to improve the
The Peddinghaus 823 Anglemaster is still a reliable
workhorse even after more than a decade of service to
SteelFab.
SteelFab copes with large projects with streamlined
shopflow and superior technology like this ABCM-1250/3
coping machine.
The Peddinghaus F-1170 Fabripunch provides a powerful
base for plate production.
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Working side-by-side, the Peddinghaus BDL-1250/9D and BDL-1250/9B are no strangers to the jumbo W14x730 columns
required for many of SteelFab’s projects.
powerful partnerships in productivity.
existing shop and production methods, create
the most effective use of space and to cut costs
at every level of operations. Having joined
SteelFab after the addition of the CNC equipment Russell was tasked with working around
existing structures as well as incorporating much
of the on-hand equipment.
“The first thing I noticed when I came to
SteelFab was that all of the automation was
INSIDE of the building! I wanted to move all of
the machines outside that we could. You need to
have your inside areas dedicated to welding, fit
up, painting, etc. Now our copers, angle line,
The BDL-1250/9D and 9B are each paired with Peddinghaus 1250-510 band saws inside this shed. Material is stored on the
cross transfer systems and fed from either side using Rollerfeed technology.
beam lines, band saws, and cambering machine
are all outside in a network of sheds paired with
material handling. It just makes sense to do it
that way, the Peddinghaus machines are
designed for that.”
The fabrication shop in Charlotte is a tribute
to much of what modern CNC equipment has
to offer. Wide arrays of both new and old
technologies are mixed together in a unique
environment that creates an unprecedented level
of shop flow. Having worked hand in hand with
Peddinghaus' shop layout experts, Russell added
buildings, poured new concrete foundations
and retrofitted the existing facility to create the
perfect fit for their shop workflow.
“Greg Carpenter, Peddinghaus System Engineer,
was a tremendous help in the design of SteelFab’s
current setup. When he visited and did the walkthrough with me here in Charlotte it was apparent
that he was very knowledgeable. We have since
removed a non-Peddinghaus system that consistently
fell short of our standards and installed the new
BDL-1250/9D high speed carbide drill line in its place.
We’re now drilling 5" (127 mm) flanges on W14x730
beams in about 39 seconds compared to 2 minutes
with our previous drill.” — Russell Barngrover
How fast is the new machine? Russell’s
observations reflect that of other BDL-1250/9D
users, stating that he has seen as much as a
50% increase in production throughput.
With similar control technology, SteelFab operators are able to switch to any of the other Peddinghaus machines which
increases productivity.
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ROS CASARES
Turning the Key to Unlock the Future of Steel Supply
Like many successful steel stocking and fabricating companies,
Ros Casares started from a humble beginning. Mr. Francisco Ros
Casares founded the firm in 1954 as a steel stocking center for the
growing metal working markets in Spain. As the firm grew and
• Complete steel supply – an enormous inventory of structural shapes and
sizes to draw upon. From profiles to angle iron to flat stock and plate
• Complete fabrication ability of structural shapes – cutting, drilling,
punching, shearing, blast cleaning and painting
• Engineering expertise from project concept through final completion –
supported by CAD detailing
• Trucking/Transportation logistics to insure on-time deliveries to the job site
prospered, Arcelor Steel purchased a 50% interest in Grupo Ros
Casares. However, under the steady management of the family
founders, the company continued to flourish financially. With the
thought that “a family business is the best business”, in 2001,
the Ros Casares family bought back the 50% interest from Arcelor.
Why Peddinghaus Drill & Saw Lines?
Mr. Rafael Juan Bedia Cotarelo is the General Manager of the Ros Casares
facility in Aviles. He commented on the history Peddinghaus drill and saw
lines have with Ros Casares.
“The first Peddinghaus drill line was installed about fifteen (15) years ago
at the Ros Casares facility near Vitoria, Spain. The machine was a
Peddinghaus model TDK 1000/9 nine spindle drill line and served us
Mr. Roberto Gegunde, a programmer for Ros Casares, is capable of creating files from within the office and save them to a server where machine operators can easily access them without
ever needing to leave the shop floor.
Family Business Prepared for Success
With their target set for future growth and expansion Mr. Franciso Ros
Casares, current President, and his two sons, Mr. Francisco Juan Ros Garcia
and Mr. German Ros Garcia direct the company.
Ros Casares has positioned itself well in the steel construction, steel supply,
and general metalworking market in the Iberian Peninsula. With multiple
locations throughout Spain – and international divisions in France and
Poland, the firm is poised for continued growth. By providing multiple
services to the industry, Ros Casares has established itself as the logical
source for steel resources for many customers in the region.
A Full Range Of Capabilities
What makes Ros Casares such a dynamo in this area? Simple. It boasts a full
range of ability making Ros Casares a unique supplier of all steel products
needed for any type of project. From simple profiles to complicated sections,
Ros Casares has the capability to complete the job. Here are just a few of the
services Ros Casares offers customers:
very well over the years. We even moved it to another facility where it still
operates today,” says Mr. Rafael Bedia.
“When we chose to expand, we consulted with Peddinghaus who worked
very closely with us on all aspects of the purchase. From layout to installation on through the training, everything was explained in detail and handled
very professionally.”
“In 2008, we incorporated two more Peddinghaus saw and drill lines into
our facilities. We added these new lines featuring the Peddinghaus PCD
1100 multi-spindle drill and the DG 1100 miter band saw and couldn’t be
more pleased with the results.”
“We purchased these systems because we understood the need to improve
our overall beam productivity. An added bonus to the increased efficiency
the Peddinghaus machines brought was the reduced fabrication costs by
decreasing our man hours per ton.”
“Why Peddinghaus machines? Their technology is unsurpassed and their
machines carry large capacities which suit our fabrication requirements perfectly. The drill and saw lines are fast, strong, and efficient. Absolutely the
best there is.”
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The Market Demands – Ros Casares and Peddinghaus Deliver
Mr. Rafael Bedia continues…
“At one time in Spain, welded connections were commonly used in the
design and fabrication of steel structures. This required many man hours
in the fabrication shop and drove up the cost for steel buildings. Now, the
bolted connection has replaced the traditional welded connection and
has received total acceptance here in our market. Steel buildings can now
be fabricated and erected much quicker, leading to a competitive edge for
our firm.”
“The Peddinghaus equipment fits this market demand here in Spain perfectly. The productivity and efficiency of the Peddinghaus machines has made
us extremely competitive. Our delivery times have gotten even better and we
are obtaining new jobs. With the help of the Peddinghaus lines, Ros
Casares has been able to grow along with its customers.”
With 2 Peddinghaus DG-1100 band saw lines, Ros Casares expedites cutting processes
with unrivaled speed and efficiency.
“Turn Key” Means Everything
No matter the geographic location or the market, when a firm can provide a
complete package at a competitive price - their chances of receiving the project order is extremely good.
Ros Casares has a 55 year history of providing the “complete package” to
its customers in the steel building marketplace. Every structural component
from flat sheet to plate to channel to angle iron to beams and profiles are
available. Their multiple locations and engineering expertise increase the
comfort level for their customers – or their “business partners” as they are
referred to at Ros Casares.
Ros Casares operates their business by some basic business principles that
remain timeless:
• Team work
• Responsibility
• Sincere dialogue
• Determination and resolution
• Intelligent organization of the Project
When you are developing a project, having a partner who operates by these
beliefs is the foundation for success – no matter the size of your “key”!
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Peddinghaus Spain S.A.
Service is important to Peddinghaus customer around the
world – and Mr. Txema Garcia of Peddinghaus Spain assures
they receive the very best care.
Peddinghaus Spain produces world class machine tools for the global market in this state of the art facility near Vitoria,
Peddinghaus Spain (PESA) was established in 1973
with a manufacturing facility located in Alava,
Spain. With over 3600 square meters of floor space,
the firm is mainly focused on manufacturing.
Located in one of the most industrial areas of the
country, PESA is a direct response to the needs of
machinery and equipment for the structural steel,
steel construction, steel stocking/warehousing, and
related metal working market.
Pesa is a total manufacturer of CNC machine
tools and material handling systems. These
systems are mainly installed in the European,
African, and Asian markets in coordination with
Peddinghaus drill lines, saw lines, plate machines
and Anglemasters. The PESA Engineering
department is specialized in the design and
preparation of plant layouts and provides sound
advice for optimizing fabrication shop work flow
and processing. Each project is different and it is
our goal that the customer has the best solution:
using minimum interior shop space by placing
conveyors and cross transfer systems outside the
main shop building. This avoids the costly use
of cranes, which increase fabrication costs.
The Peddinghaus material handling systems are
modular, and a customer can “start small” with a
minimum investment and grow the fabricating
system’s capacity as the business flourishes.
Sofia Benguria (right), Managing Director of PESA, and
Peddinghaus engineers meet with customers and help
them design the perfect layout for their needs and budget.
An effective material handling layout is a priority for
progressive steel fabrication facilities – this line was
manufactured at Peddinghaus Spain.
Pesa provides trained service technicians who
are responsible for installation, commissioning
and training on these systems throughout the
global market.
Sofia Benguria,
Managing Director of
Peddinghaus Spain
Juan Manuel Oliveira,
Peddinghaus Regional
Manager
Universal steelworkers are also manufactured at
PESA and distributed internationally. A benchmark Peddinghaus product, the steel-workers
maintain a strong, robust design which yields
decades of productive use – even in the harshest
climates.
Coming months:
• We are organizing with ASCEM (Association
for the Construction of Metal Structures,
Barcelona) a fabricator tour of New York city
in the month of October. A similar tour was
made in China last year.
• Peddinghaus will also be in attendance
as a sponsoring member at the
Congress of the ECCS (European Convention
for Constructional Steelwork) on
September 16 – 18 in Barcelona.
We look forward to seeing all of our industry
colleagues at this meeting.
Peddinghaus will work closely with ASCEM (Association for the Construction of Steel Structures) Barcelona for a
fabricators tour highlighting steel construction in New York City.
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Spain & Portugal Get
A Peddinghaus Team
Fabrication Expert
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Peddinghaus Corporation Re-Certified to ISO 9001:2008
Peddinghaus Corporation has recently
completed a comprehensive reassessment
of our Quality Management System to the
requirements of ISO 9001:2008.
Roland Jones is a structural steel
fabrication expert with experience in all
phases of structural work. From material
handling, drilling, sawing and plate processing to blast cleaning and painting –
Mr. Jones has done it all!
He will now lend his steel construction expertise to customers in Spain and
Portugal by working closely with Mr. Juan Manuel Oliviera, Peddinghaus Sales
Manager for the region.
A Production Expert Providing Bottom Line Results
Mr. Jones has a wealth of experience in the design and build of fabrication facilities. He has designed many various systems focused on efficient material handling
from yard to shop floor – and optimized numerous production lines from processing through fabrication and painting.
Roland can offer practical help and advice to Spanish and Portuguese clients on
any issues relating to the removal of processes that cost money, but add no value
to the end product. Improvements in these areas will help increase productivity,
efficiency and your bottom line profits.
Mr. Roland Jones can be contacted any time through any Peddinghaus global
location. Or, you can contact him directly via e-mail at [email protected],
telephone + 34 945 46 5370 (Peddinghuas Espana in Vitoria) or mobile phone
+ 44 773 899 3680.
The reassessment activities were completed
by NQA-USA auditor Bob Kukla over
the course of (3) four-day audits of the
facilities in Bradley, Illinois, and Andrews,
South Carolina, USA.
This accomplishment embodies
Bob Kukla (left) of NQA Quality
Peddinghaus Corporation’s commitment
Assurance congratulates Peddinghaus’
to quality. This revision of the ISO 9001
Adam Gromer (right) on achieving ISO
standard was released in November of
2008 and we moved quickly to ensure that 9001:2008 certification status.
all new requirements were satisfied within 6 months. Since registered
organizations are not required to comply until November 2010,
Peddinghaus Corporation is one of the first companies to achieve
certification to the new revision.
Peddinghaus Corporation established a Quality Management System in
2000 in order to assure that we continually evaluated and improved our
processes with the aim of increasing customer satisfaction.
The auditor sited many areas of strong performance including our
Customer Service Department’s training protocol for Field Service
Technicians, our commitment to taking preventive action to preclude future
problems and the recent certification of all Peddinghaus Corporation
welders to AWS D1.1, “Structural Welding Code.”
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Continued from page 5
“I remember when landing a 1,000 ton job was a big
deal. Now we process 1,000 tons in a week! It’s amazing what our machines have done for our capabilities
in meeting short deadlines and keeping costs down.”
— R. Glenn Sherrill Jr.
Clearer channels of communication have also
opened new doors to the company. By utilizing
a barcode system paired with portable computerized tablets, shop supervisors can scan a piece of
material and receive the complete drawing and
details without ever leaving the floor or calling
for assistance.
“All of the new technology we have implemented
has truly opened new doors for SteelFab. Last year
all of SteelFab's shops combined fabricated over
100,000 tons of steel. That wouldn't have been
possible without our Peddinghaus equipment.”
— R. Glenn Sherrill Jr.
Shop employees can scan profiles (above) using a barcode scanner and view complete drawings on a portable
computerized tablet (below) – eliminating the need to
track down a computer and search through an endless
array of drawings.
Poised For Success – How SteelFab Is
Staying Strong Now And Into The Future
SteelFab is a company true to who they are – a
humble group whose pride comes not from their
own successes but from the satisfaction of their
customers. After a look at where they have been
the future is full of optimism at SteelFab. The
fabrication shop in Charlotte is still busy and
they are prepared for the next upturn in the
world’s economy.
“SteelFab is a company dedicated to the customer
and that's how we succeed. We truly value the
relationships we have created with all of our
customers. Our company thrives on repeat business
and a high level of quality. I am proud to say that
in our over 50 years of business we have not once
been involved in any sort of litigation. It's just not in
our nature.” — Ron Sherrill
The BDL-1250/9D operator at SteelFab can navigate the
user friendly Siemens 840Di control with ease.
“We are very optimistic for the future of the Steel
Fabrication Industry. Our philosophy is to look at the
long term picture and not just the short term gains.
In our 50 plus years in business we have seen a
lot of ups and downs - this isn't our first recession.
Eventually the market will boom again and when
that happens SteelFab will be there to reap the
benefits. Our partnership with Peddinghaus will
play a powerful factor in this next generation of
SteelFab’s success." — Ron Sherrill
The inside of the SteelFab shop is machine-free. All drills, copers, beamlines, saws and more are outside the building in
small enclosures – creating valuable space for fit-up and welding.
Crane use is minimized with the implementation of a simple material transport system that runs on a set of tracks.
Employees utilize a control to move material throughout the shop without interrupting other processes.
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Peddinghaus Machines —
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The Benefits Of A Full Rebuild
Peddinghaus trained and certified technicians perform a thorough inspection of all SSSL equipment to ensure that the quality of the finished product resembles a brand new Peddinghaus
machine. A thorough inspection of all electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components result in the remanufacture or replacement of aged parts.
Thinking of Buying a Machine Cheaply at Auction? Think Again — Look Out For the Hidden Costs!
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NASCC RECAP
To our Industry Friends
and Colleagues,
On behalf of the entire staff and
management of Peddinghaus
Corporation, I would like to thank you for your participation in this year’s
NASCC conference in Phoenix, AZ. It is remarkable that the 2009 NASCC
Conference achieved such a good attendance, while other trade show venues
have seen a marked decline the past year. This is a strong testament to the
commitment and vision each attendee posseses in regards to the future
growth of the steel construction industry.
The Peddinghaus 2009 Motorcycle Fabrication Tour
41 industry professionals joined the tour that traveled across the state of
Arizona. As usual, Peddinghaus combined “business with pleasure”. The
group visited four various sized structural fabrication shops during the tour.
A big Peddinghaus “thank you” goes to Schuff Steel, Bellemont and Phoenix;
Agate Steel, Scottsdale; and TW Steel in Chandler, AZ for opening their
doors to the group. It is always interesting for structural shop personnel to
compare notes on the latest fabrication techniques.
Through the many networking and social events offered at this year’s
conference, the bonds that hold our industry together continued to
strengthen. Peddinghaus is pleased to have had the opportunity to bring
industry members together to share in the camaraderie. By bringing
colleagues together from all over the globe, Peddinghaus assisted in
creating positive educational dialogue to chart the course for the bright
future of our industry.
Thank you to those who visited Peddinghaus at any
of our NASCC networking opportunities:
The tour also included visits to two of the
most scenic locations in the world – beautiful “Red Rock” Sedona
and the majestic Grand Canyon. Everyone in the group was awestruck
by the magnificent splendor of the Grand Canyon – a true highlight
of the trip.
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Peddinghaus’ Superb Networking Event:
“Opening Day to a New Era of Fabrication”
Peddinghaus Booth 101
It was the place to be to witness cutting edge technology in action!
Peddinghaus was pleased to host approximately 1,000 industry professionals
for a very special networking event staged at the spectacular home of Major
League Baseball’s Arizona Diamondbacks – Chase Field in downtown
Phoenix. As the Gold Sponsor for the NASCC, Peddinghaus took this
opportunity to expand industry networking to a new level of interaction.
Peddinghaus was pleased
to welcome attendees
from all parts of the
steel construction
industry including
fabricators, detailers,
general contractors,
software engineers,
programmers, erectors, AISC members,
steel suppliers, galvanizers, and welding professionals.
The evening’s entertainment
truly provided something for
everyone:
• Schuff Steel’s own Project
Manager, Jim Madden
with his band
“Redneck Revolution”
• Country music sensation,
Whitney Duncan, who thrilled the crowd
Dedicated to technology, Peddinghaus
exhibited three new machines at this year’s
NASCC – designed for all facets of structural
steel fabrication. The lineup included:
• The industry’s first true carbide
drill line – the BDL-1250/9D
• The pinnacle of plate processing –
the High Speed HSFDB-2500
• The revolutionary thermal processing system – Ring of Fire – the one
machine that truly “does it all”
Join Us in Orlando in 2010!
Thank you once again to those who joined us
in Phoenix for another great North American
Steel Construction Conference. It is our
sincere wish for you to join us at next year’s
Conference in Orlando, Florida, and see what
we come up with for 2010!
• MLB’s Hall of Fame baseball pitcher,
Jim Palmer, with his message of teamwork
and perseverance
• Great cuisine and enjoyable baseball
related games for active participants
• An awe-inspiring
Grand Finale that
left everyone
in the stadium
buzzing
Lyle Menke
VP of Marketing
Peddinghaus Corporation
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Barone Steel Fabricators
Where Were You When the
Lights Went Out?
The date was July 13, 1977. The time was about
9:30 pm, when a series of events plunged New
York City into total darkness. A succession of
lightning strikes, compounded by equipment
malfunction, literally turned off the lights in
New York City. This was the largest power
outage ever experienced in such a concentrated
area, and it was not a time for the faint of heart.
How did this Blackout affect Barone Steel? Well,
Vincent Barone was a miscellaneous fabricator
specializing in decorative and ornamental iron
gates and fences. The affect of the Blackout
proved to be a real boost for his business. Many
retailers were seeking security roll-up gates
for their businesses and properties not only for
decoration but also for protection. Barone
Steel Fabricators was on its way with firm
financial footing and a reputation for customer
satisfaction with superb craftsmanship.
Barone is no stranger to working by moonlight – day or night Barone gets it done.
Barone’s Next Generation:
Structural Fabricators
Let’s jump ahead to 1993, and the next era of
Barone Steel Fabricators. Two energetic young
fabricators finally get the opportunity to exhibit
their craftsmanship at their first real “paid” fabrication job. Ironically, it turns out that their old
Brooklyn High alma mater – Xaverian High
School – needed a new decorative fence for the
perimeter of their property.
Within months, their first true structural
fabrication job – 50 tons for the First Yeshiva
Temple in Borough Park, Brooklyn – was
completed. The Barone brothers were on the
job, and the rest is history.
You Belong in the City….
Fabricating structural steel in the heart of New
York City is no easy task. It doesn’t make it any
easier when your business growth forces you to
consistently seek more shop fabrication space.
Nick and Ralph Barone have moved their
fabrication facility FOUR (4) times! They
started out with a 2,000 square foot shop; then
doubled to 4,000 square feet; then upgraded to
10,000 square feet; finally their present location
has over 22,000 square feet of shop space. They
are currently in the process of negotiating the
The small shop space at Barone requires machines that pack a powerful punch in a small footprint.
purchase of the building next door, which
will add another 15,000 square feet – totaling
37,000 square feet of fabrication shop capacity.
All of it within Brooklyn – to continue providing superior customer service to their
customer base as well as to maintain their loyal
shop employees.
NASCC Conference Provides Basis for
Decision Makers
As Barone’s business grew, Nick and Ralph
knew they needed to make a decision about the
future of the firm. As AISC members, Nick
traveled to some of the NASCC conferences
(Seattle, Long Beach, and Baltimore) to learn
more about the industry and the advantages of
machine automation.
Nick was convinced it was time to replace the
“M & M’s” (Measuring tape and Magnetic
drills) with structural automated equipment.
“We were able to move some of our shop
employees off the mag drills into fabrication jobs
that were much more productive,” said Nick.
“It opened our eyes to the possibilities – and
profitability; we knew then it was the way to
go”, added Ralph.
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Automation
Challenge
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The Barone brothers accepted the challenge of
automation with the purchase of a Peddinghaus
Anglemaster in 2005 and a Fabripunch F1170
plate processor in 2006.
“It opened our eyes”…
Business grew steadily for Barone, but the
Brothers knew they were only scratching the
surface of their fabrication potential. Then
opportunity came knocking.
Ari, the PCD-1100 and DG-1100 operator, started as a painter and material handler but has made an easy transition to
machine tool operator with the help of Peddinghaus Technology.
Energy Efficient Peddinghaus Drill
Empowers Low Cost Loan
“In 2006, the State of New York, “Empire
Zone”, was offering low cost loans for
small business growth; in a program called
NYSERDA,” advised Nick, “this program was
based upon energy saving initiatives for business
that were environmentally sound. But you had
to prove the energy savings”.
The Anglemaster purchased in 2005 was Barone's first
taste of true CNC accuracy.
“We investigated purchasing an automated drill
line from Peddinghaus – the model PCD 1100
multi-spindle with a material handling system”.
duction, the Peddinghaus guys made a quick
recommendation – you need a band saw to
complete your drill line. The obvious question
was “why?” – we have a good system flow now.
“Examine your throughput, and calculate how
much you spend on cutting of sections - then
evaluate the value of scrap, remnants, etc that
can be utilized with a little more planning…”
was the comment.
“We did exactly as Peddinghaus suggested,”
advised Ralph, “and we invested in a Peddinghaus
DG 1100 band saw that we paid off in about 8
months – a pretty good return on investment.”
“We asked Peddinghaus for assistance, and their
Engineers jumped in to help! They showed us
many ways that the PCD saved energy - and
money for us.
PCD 1100 Energy Saver for Barone
“We got a loan at 1% interest from NYSERDA!!
Do you know why? The investigation proved
that the PCD was an energy saver for our shop:
The F-1170 Fabripunch is the perfect fit for shops where
floor space is limited.
1. The three spindle design enabled multiple
holes to be drilled simultaneously
2. The Signoscript marking system saved time
and power
3. The compact design saved shop floor space
4. Simply, more fabrication work could be done
in a shorter amount of time – saving energy –
electricity, gas, etc. – while increasing efficiency
The PCD 1100 multi-spindle drill line was
installed in October 2007, and has performed
exceptionally well. “The drill line expanded our
productivity – and is what truly enabled us to
grow as a company”, explained Nick.
Miter Saw ‘Completes’ the System
About 6 months after the PCD drill installation,
Barone invited the Peddinghaus team for a visit to
their facility “next time you are in New York…”
All beams – large or small – are no problem for the
effectiveness of the PCD-1100 multi-spindle drill line.
Peddinghaus stopped in to visit and surveyed
the PCD installation. In evaluating their pro-
With roller feed technology, multiple beams can be loaded
and processed in a single pass without the operator
needing to leave the control and reload the machine.
New Yorkers Tell It Like It Is!
Like true New Yorkers Nick and Ralph will tell
you directly – and EXACTLY – their opinion,
and what is on their mind. Here are their
responses to a few questions.
How has Purchasing Peddinghaus Technology
Helped Your Firm?
“It has not just helped Barone Steel – it has changed
our lives!”
“Right now, we feel we can bid any job. Peddinghaus
equipment has opened up new markets for Barone
Steel.”
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The Hotel Le Blue in Brooklyn – yet another Barone
Project.
This beam had a camber so extreme that they doubted it
could be done. But a call to Peddinghaus service showed
the way that made it happen.
“A few years ago, if someone came to us with a
50 ton job... it would seem like building Yankee
Stadium to us – now we can process a 50 ton job
over a weekend!”
“If we didn’t have the Peddinghaus PCD/DG system
with the plate machine and Anglemaster, we would
need minimum 30 more shop people…”
Is your Peddinghaus PCD/DG saw drill line hard
to operate?
“Our drill line operator was formerly a painter! The
Siemens control is easy to understand and the
machines run like a dream.”
The Barone brothers with their machine operator
Ariosto Cruz.
“We love the automation in our shop because the
equipment is so accurate and fast; it is a real labor
saver for our shop guys. They are happy because it
decreases chance of injury.”
How is Peddinghaus Service?
“Outstanding! The guys in their call center are
excellent!”
“One time we had a severe camber problem with a big
column from the mill – a W30x391 that was bowed
pretty badly – it almost looked like a half-moon… We
called the Peddinghaus service guys, and they
instructed us how to adjust the conveyor drives so the
rollers could 'free wheel'. The PCD drives took over,
and we quickly ran the column with over 60 holes, and
it was perfect! All holes, their proper dimensions and
all in the right place!”
Plenty of Power for the Future
Many times in the STEEL FABRICATORS’
REVIEW, we write about family businesses that
thrive in the structural steel fabricating industry.
Firms that have passed from generation to
generation; firms with every family member
involved; firms with fathers/sons actively
involved - you name it.
What makes Barone Steel unique? Two brothers
– Ralph and Nick Barone – work tirelessly side
by side in operating the business. They work
together like “hand in glove”.
What does that mean? Well, not many siblings
share the same office for fifteen (15) years. And
not many truly enjoy each other's company.
“We inherited our work ethic from our parents;
we each have our own strengths and weaknesses,
and we tend to complement each other that way.
Though we are brothers, we never travel the
same path.”
How is your market today - Summer of 2009?
“The greatest pleasure for us is to see how every
job comes together. Our greatest thrill is to visit a
job site and watch it all come together during
erection – unbelievable!”
“Obviously it could be better – but we are not
complaining. We have work – a nice backlog, and
we have just received some additional jobs.
Not high tonnage work, but projects that we can
be profitable on. “
Vincent Barone would be very proud of the
accomplishment of his family business – no
more blackouts – only bright skies and plenty
of power!
“Those guys know their stuff!”
With our Peddinghaus equipment, we are confident
bidding on any sized job, says Ralph Barone.
Bidding on bigger projects like the one above was once
just a dream. But with our Peddinghaus equipment, they
have become a reality says Nick Barone.
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GETTING TO KNOW…
Jose “Pepe” Cavazos
Director of Latin American Operations
What brought you to the Steel
Fabrication/machine tool industry?
My education is in mechanical engineering, and
my first job out of the university was at a company that processed steel products for highway
construction. When highways were designed our
company manufactured parts that were critical
in the structure of the highway, as well as the
guard rails, and signs. They also made many
parts for bridges that were made out of tubing
and steel plate and different types of sheet metal.
My job there was in maintenance and project
management. If we added a new product or
new machine I was in charge of the installation
and operation of the equipment, and it’s use for
production. Eventually my company made the
move into the tower fabrication industry which
is very lucrative if you can meet the tight deadlines. Our company bought Peddinghaus equipment for creating these towers and substations.
I got to know the Peddinghaus people because
of their machines, and after being with that
company for about 6 years I decided to go
into another plant that was involved with the
automotive industry. When I left the company,
a Peddinghaus distributor told Peddinghaus
Corporate that I had left. Since they needed a
service technician in the Latin American market
and that I was no longer with the partner
company, they offered me a position as a field
service technician.
What roles have you played since joining the
Peddinghaus family of employees?
First I was a service technician, but then after a
while they had decided I would be a service
technician and sell machines at the same time.
Shop tours of various facilities, led by Mr. Cavazos, help educate the industry on latest production techniques to increase
productivity.
So for some time I was installing and servicing
the machines that I was selling. When business
picked up in Latin America we opened our own
office, hired more service technicians and office
personnel. At that point I became Director of
Latin American Operations. Today we have
4 service technicians, a salesman, an office
manager, myself, and 10 dealers throughout
Latin America. We have truly grown into a company that caters to the Latin American market.
What change have you seen in Peddinghaus
since you began?
Years ago before I started with Peddinghaus, it
seemed like more of an American company that
seldom ventured beyond those borders. Today
Peddinghaus has truly grown into a global
company and it is evident by the service centers,
manufacturing plants, and offices all over the
globe. Latin America is just one example.
We have also become a very service oriented
company. We do not just want to sell a
machine, we sell a promise that we will do
whatever we can for our customers to get the
most value out of their investment.
How can you describe the Latin American
fabricator when compared to others you have
seen in your time at Peddinghaus?
In the Latin American market we are not
strangers to a fluctuating economy. We have
seen the market go up and down many times in
recent decades. Fabricators have learned to adapt
to these fluctuations by investing in the modular
systems Peddinghaus offers. They usually want
to start with a minimal investment pay it off in
one job. With Peddinghaus you can start with a
drill, and then add a saw, then an angle line,
then a coper and a plate machine. These
machines can all work together, or independently.
You can plan your growth with small investments – one at a time. Many of the applications
include infrastructure, oil industry, mining,
high rise buildings, sea ports, bridges, electrical
transmission towers, substations, etc.
In what ways do you see fabricators
adapting to today’s market conditions
using technology?
In today’s market due to the amount of bidding
and the level of work available you see fabricators bidding projects, then once they win the
bids they have to sometimes double their
capacity in a very short amount of time to
accommodate the job. The only way to have
capacity for these projects is through technology.
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Can you describe the Peddinghaus Latin
American Operations and the people you have
working with you there?
We have more than 250 installations in this area
and to service these installations we have a powerful workforce of field service technicians stationed in Brazil and México. Our technicians
Tarcisio Furlan and Marco Castro service the
area of South America while Victor Reyes covers
Mexico, Central America and the north part of
South America. Manuel Salinas is our service
coordinator who creates the schedules for the
technicians, gives phone assistance, and takes
care of customer emergencies.
We service more than 95% of machine technical
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the other 5%, we have a technician within a
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of machine shipments to the region and the
importance of correctly and quickly shipping
parts to Latin America, we also created a
position for exports and logistics, this position
is covered by Iza Rosas.
Can you elaborate on your early days as a
Peddinghaus Service technician? One of your
earlier trips took you to North Dakota in the
dead of winter to fix an Anglemaster, how did
you like your first experience of the
Midwestern winter?
When I first started at Peddinghaus I was in
Brazil during the middle of the summer (middle
of the winter in North America). The weather
could not be better in the city of Bello
Horizonte where I was. I was talking to my boss
John Schilling and asking him how the weather
was in Chicago – that specific day, it was about
-5°C (about 22°F). I had made a big mistake
making fun of it and saying how wonderful the
weather was in Brazil at that time.
Marco Castro
Victor Reyes
Iza Rosas serves as office manager and logistics coordinator in the Peddinghaus office in Monterrey, Mexico.
Manuel Salinas coordinates the schedules of the powerful
service workforce placed within the region as well as
handles service calls and customer emergencies.
Next year in January, I was sent to North
Dakota to do big installation which took me
over three weeks. The temperature was -30°C
(about -22°F). The only winter clothes I had
was for temperature of 0°C (32°F) because
Monterrey does not typically get much colder
than that. When I called my boss to complain
about it, he just reminded me how good Brazil
was the year before. I learned my first important
lesson in this kind of job. If you find paradise,
do not make fun about other places and keep it
for yourself!
Distributor Spotlight
AS BOND 003 – QUEBEC, CANADA
Quebec holds a very special place within the steel
construction industry. A short drive through this province
of Canada will prove to any bystander that this is steel
country. This unique concentration of steel fabricators
combined with a deep respect for the French language and
culture requires a machine tool manufacturer that offers
Mr. Sylvain Boucher,
owner, AS Bond 003.
a concentrated and specialized service level.
Peddinghaus’ local distributor Agent Sylver Bond 003 - owned and operated by industry
expert Sylvain Boucher – is Quebec’s connection to the Peddinghaus family of employees. The bilingual organization maintains two skilled service technicians dedicated
specifically to the province of Quebec. Both have been trained at Peddinghaus’ in
Bradley, Illinois and the Andrews, South Carolina locations with special training directly
from Hypertherm for machines that utilize thermal cutting. Their years of expertise offer
Quebec's fabricators an unmatched level of service and industry knowledge.
Located strategically in Victoriaville, QC, Sylver Bond is in the heart of the province –
able to serve the northern, southern, eastern, and western parts needs within a 2 hour
drive. “We currently keep an inventory of over 100,000 parts at our office in Victoriaville
for our customers. It is what we would expect if we were the customer – parts and
service when we need it."
Sylvain speaks with pride about the level of service he is able to offer his customers –
“I am glad to say that our customers receive the service and commitment from
Peddinghaus that they deserve. Peddinghaus really focuses on protecting their
customers’ investments and AS Bond shares that feeling. A machine doesn’t make
money when it’s not working – that’s why people trust Peddinghaus.”
For more information on
AS Bond 003, Inc. please
visit www.asbond003.com
or call 819-357-6897.
Mr. Jimmy Paquette,
Quebec service technician.
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SOUTH AFRICAN FAB SHOP TOUR
As Only Peddinghaus Can
Peddinghaus has always served as the unofficial “Tour Guides to the World of
Structural Steel Fabrication”. We have sponsored tours to the Middle East, UK,
Ireland and Latin America internationally and all the geographic regions within the
USA and Canada.
These tours serve to educate fabricators and industry members on new techniques
and innovation in structural steel fabrication. Peddinghaus always enjoys a little
sightseeing along the way and has developed its own eclectic style for mixing
business with pleasure along the way.
In November, we will again sponsor a world class tour to the
“most beautiful country at the end of the world” – exotic South Africa.
The group will depart from Frankfurt airport to Johannesburg on
November 4, 2009 and return on November 11.
Here is a Brief Itinerary:
November 4
November 5
November 6
November 7
November 8
November 9
November 10
November 10
Frankfurt to Johannesburg (night flight)
Visit Tubular Holdings & Genrec
Visit Konti Industries and Cosira; Travel to Pilanesberg
Lodge, a renowned game reserve
Early morning visit to a wild game reserve – some time
to relax, visit and take in the sites
Visit historic Pilanesberg (afternoon flight)
Visit steel fabricator Scott Steel & Transcape
Sightseeing: Visit natural wonder “Table Mountain”;
includes wine tasting, city tour – with a late night
departure to Frankfurt
Arrival in Frankfurt
Actual travel rates & fees will be charged for the trip.
For further trip details, Contact tami-day @ peddinghaus.com or
Ms. Brigitte Steudtner b.steudtner @ peddinghaus-pfp.de
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