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A peddinghaus publication for fabricators making today’s skyline possible

ACL Steel

The Devil is in the Detail Page 6

Harrell’s Metal Works

Doherty Steel

Stepping Up in the Steel Industry Page 8

A Family Affair Page 12

The MultMaster Measurement System Peddinghaus Debuts Bevel Cutting Plate Processor Raptor Software Update Getting To Know Bob Meltzer Peddinghaus Returns to SteelFab 2014 - United Arab Emirates Peddinghaus Prepares for NASCC 2014 Toronto One Play at a Time Tri-State Ironworks, Inc. Peddinghaus’ Customers Win at SAISC Steel Awards 2013 Peddinghaus Impacts at IMTEX Forming 2014-Bangalore, India www.steelfabreview.com

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from the editor Times are A-Changing

Drilling = Dollars

So what does this “walk down technology lane” have to do with structural steel fabricators and shop methods? Easy:

The CNC beam punch line has served our industry well. But time does march on.

Drilling has surpassed punching of steel profiles for two decades. One reason is today’s method of using recycled materials in our steel mills which yields much higher tensile strength materials. Its’ physics, the tougher the material, the harder it is to punch a hole – especially a slotted hole.

1. I n 1979, the technology of the day was punching holes 2. I n 1981, the structural drill line was introduced and featured hole drilling 3. B y 2014, technology has advanced to high speed carbide drilling, plasma arc writing, tapping, countersinking, and milling to create slotted or “obround” holes Yep, the times they are a-changing, and the technology for fabricating structural steel in your shop has changed too.

Lyle Menke Evolution of Change: Music to Fabricated Metal In 1979, a rock group called the Buggles released a song entitled “Video Killed the Radio Star”.

This was the very first music video “song” that launched MTV in 1981.

Music videos changed the face of music: out with traditional bands; in with more photogenic groups that could make clever videos and appeal to a younger crowd. The next technological revolution with this kind of effect on music was the Internet which spawned the iPod, iPhone, etc.

Punching Up Profit The popularity of punching was manifested in the need for “obround” or slotted holes that facilitated erection of large fabricated sections. During erection, the most common sight was an ironworker wielding his spud wrench while positioning beams and locating holes.

In the 1970’s Peddinghaus (under trade name Fabriline) introduced the first automated CNC beam punch lines for beams/ columns, channel and angle iron. Who could forget the 3 press or 5 press systems with hydraulic hole punching that became leading edge technology for the progressive fabrication shop?

Punching’s popularity never waned, and Peddinghaus designed and manufactured a new beam punch line machine, called the BPL-1000/5 in 1990. At that time, it was still the best tool for the job, and surprisingly many BPL’s are still operating every day.

What is surprising is that some fabricators still use the beam punch line in their fabrication shop. Sometimes it is used as a supplement to their drill line for lighter sections.

But today’s carbide technology powers not only high speed drilling, but also capability to tap, countersink, scribe part numbers, and mill.

Today’s progressive fabricators are investing in the right technology for their fabrication shop. They look critically at material flow, labor costs, and tonnage capabilities. The biggest advantage is often in the capacity to run higher tonnage and more sophisticated projects – in much shorter process times.

Profitable Fabricators Two of the fabricators in this issue of the SFR fit this category: Harrell’s Metal Works and Doherty Steel invested in new drill technology – the Peddinghaus Advantage-2 drill line. Read their stories to learn the dramatic effect that new technology and improved material handling had upon their fabrication business. In today’s world of “tight margin” fabrication projects, you need every advantage over your competition.

Music has come a long way since the first videos in 1981; steel fabrication follows closely – with our own kind of “Heavy Metal.”

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from the CEO NASCC: Time to Celebrate Steel!

It’s hard to believe the NASCC Conference is only a few short weeks away. Yep, we will see you in Toronto on March 26 – 28 at The Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

At the NASCC, Wednesday night was commonly known as “Peddinghaus night!” We enjoyed hosting a wonderful event with our customers and industry friends. However, this year the AISC has decided to have a different format.

The AISC has chosen to host their own “Welcome to NASCC” event on Wednesday evening. Obviously, the AISC sponsors the show, and I’m very excited for them to have this opportunity since Peddinghaus has had so much fun on that night.

We looked at Thursday night, but there are many other events and functions already booked, and we don’t want to intrude on any of our industry friends. Thus, I promise you that in 2015, Peddinghaus will come up with another new event concept that will have everyone buzzing!

Anyhow, stop by our booth, you can still participate in the “Peddinghaus Experience”.

Don’t Fall to Pieces At the NASCC, you will have the opportunity to experience the hottest new equipment from Peddinghaus. You can experience new products that are changing the way fabricators process more steel with less labor.

Need a hand with handling these smaller pieces?

Peddinghaus has the answer with our all new MultMaster. When working with a Peddinghaus saw/drill, your material handling issues on small sections are now solved. A stock beam can generate multiple pieces which can minimize scrap and material handling on your shop floor.

Some people will tell you that they have a “better mousetrap” for handling small stub pieces. Don’t run to Europe…the answer is designed and manufactured in Bradley, IL – by Peddinghaus.

Put This on Your Plate Welcome to the world of the HSFDB-C model heavy plate processor! The new technologies engineered into this dynamo have already changed methods for processing plate. A bevel torch, 4 inch/100 mm thickness, 12 station tool changer that carbide drills, taps, marks, countersinks, hard stamping, mills slotted holes and face mills plate. It is the talk of the industry! Oh yes, it delivers a finished part to an exit conveyor – no hands!

We know our friends in the steel service center industry are already clamoring for this innovative money maker. Stop by and check it out at the show!

Some fabricators – and especially steel service centers - have an issue handling small pieces that are created when you mult beams/columns and similar profiles.

Anton Peddinghaus Steel Construction: Pointing UP! As you all know, I love to travel and visit customers where I get the opportunity to talk steel with structural fabricators. It doesn’t matter the tonnage or the geographic location, I get no greater enjoyment than discussing our industry with our customers.

During my travels, it is quite evident that larger fabricators are doing well. History tells us that when the “big guys” are filled with new projects, we see more work going to smaller fabricators. In conclusion, it looks like 2014 will be a good year for everyone in our industry!

Those fabricators who invested in new technologies are now starting to realize the benefits of their investment. Don’t you love it when a plan comes together!

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Anton Peddinghaus Continued from page 3

Steel and Family – The Perfect Recipe for Success As you read the customer stories in the

I have to admit that I truly have a passion for Peddinghaus

issues of the Steel Fab Review, do you

Corporation and the steel fabrication industry. I know that it

ever notice a pattern? Most of the steel fabricators are family owned businesses – started by Grandpa or Dad, with the kids working and learning their business acumen from their parents and grandparents. As you know, Peddinghaus is the same; we are a family owned business founded by my Great Grandfather in 1903. Maybe that is why I have such a passion for Peddinghaus Corporation and the steel construction industry. I identify so much with each fab shop owner because we both share the same values, goals, and challenges of running a family owned business.

is in my blood, because I feel my heart pumping every time I walk into a customer’s fabrication shop.

They say that with age comes wisdom. I don’t know if that is true, but I can tell you that with every passing year, I feel that I may actually be getting a little smarter! Along with our customers, I have learned to truly value conservative business methods and practices.

I especially value the one business method that many of us in the steel industry are grateful to share – our family!

Remember my glass is always half full! Join me for a beer in Toronto!

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The MultMaster Measurement System Peddinghaus Pushes Past the Competition Through countless studies, tests, and thousands of satisfied customers around the world, Peddinghaus has proven Roller Measurement technology to be the superior method of length dimensioning for structural machine tools. Roller Measurement is now even more universal in its application with the addition of the

The MultMaster operating process is as follows: 1. M aterial is advanced into the system, and the operator engages the machine 2. T he machine then drills and saws (including trim cut) parts sequentially using the Roller Measurement system of the drill line until the material has nearly exited the machine

optional MultMaster measurement system.

This new technology from Peddinghaus eliminates any sort of operator intervention during the sawing process of small parts, and proves to be superior to old fashioned forms of gripper measurement by providing continuous pass through production.

For a tandem installation where a band saw is positioned after the Advantage-2 drill, the system can be equipped with an optional MultMaster measurement system. The MultMaster works as an extension of the Roller Feed Measurement system in order to perform cuts which may otherwise require manual positioning and saw engagement during programs with many small pieces.

The MultMaster uses the Roller Feed Measurement system for paramount accuracy.

Once the saw is engaged, the MultMaster returns above the conveyor so the next part can be conveyed to the machine for non-stop production.

3. B efore the material exits the drill (which would result in the machine losing automated measurement capabilities) the MultMaster is lowered to the conveyor and enters the machine 4. Once inside the machine, the MultMaster adheres to the material 5. Once adhered to the material, the drill line clamps the MultMaster, and releases material, thus transferring Roller Feed measurement to the MultMaster, which works as an extension of the material in production 6. The MultMaster then extends to the saw for the final cuts in a program 7. Once material is clamped in the saw for its final cut, the MultMaster releases material, and returns to its station above the infeed roller conveyor 8. Before finishing the final cut of a program, the next piece of material can be positioned, and prepared for production - meaning no waiting for a gripper style measurement device to return to a loading position The MultMaster is ideal for all structural sections including beam profiles, angle iron, HSS tubing, and channels. Service centers, specialty fabricators, and more are already using this technology for their production.

Experience the MultMaster LIVE in booth 1711 at the NASCC in Toronto!

Short pieces are no problem with Peddinghaus.

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ACL Steel - Kitchener, Ontario

The Devil is in the Detail Competing in a Complex Marketplace Fabricators in all corners of the globe are automating and the result is lower production cost. This means that whether or not an individual fabricator chooses to automate, the industry as a whole will continue to grow more efficient.

As market prices drop, margins shrink, and the solution to this issue is to participate in the industry wide automation trend.

ACL Steel Left to Right: Paul Seibel, President; Lindsay Doerr, HR Manager; and Brad Doerr, Shop Coordinator

Just over an hour outside of Toronto, Ontario, the city of Kitchener plays host to a leading structural fabricator within the region - ACL Steel. ACL Steel (which stands for accountable, credible, leaders in steel) is a proud Canadian Institute of Steel Construction member and active SteelPLUS network participant. Known for fabricating multi-story structures, office buildings, big box buildings, food processing plants, and mining facilities, ACL Steel is capable of producing as much as 38 tons of fabricated steel in a single 9 hour shift. Like many fabricators, ACL is a family business, with a keen understanding of what it takes to succeed in an ever changing steel fabrication marketplace.

The information from SDS/2 is seamlessly transferred to machines for operation.

ACL Steel had purchased a drill line before the recession. As the market has stabilized projects are becoming available, however, prices remain low. With no solution for their detail components (angle parts and plate parts), the team at ACL understood that automating these operations was the only way to continue to reduce costs.

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Automating Angle and Plate Production While researching angle lines and plate processors all brands on the market were examined. Paul Seibel, president of ACL Steel, recounts the search for new machinery, “We had visited tradeshows and watched equipment in operation. In addition, we leveraged our connections at SteelPLUS and the CISC to learn about all of our options on the market. We had heard nothing but good things about Peddinghaus’ technology, spare parts, and support.

In the end we chose Peddinghaus.”

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in regards to their angle line. They set out to examine what the machine had actually done for them in terms of productivity.

Brad states, “we used to have two ironworkers and a band saw working two shifts to keep up with our fitters and have since replaced this with our Anglemaster-HD. I wanted to see what the true difference was, so one day we had one of our workers make standard clip angles. In a 9 hour shift, our shop employee was capable of making 100 clips using a saw, ironworker, and centerpunch. We then took the exact same parts and ran them on the AnglemasterHD in 18 minutes.

That was impressive.”

Brad’s production comparison proved

the angle line to be dramatically faster on standard sections, but ACL Steel has the machine has also since installed an proven itself on the Anglemaster-HD heaviest of materials. angle line, and The HSFDB-B plate processor at ACL Steel is compact and versatile.

Capable of processing HSFDB-B plate angle up to 8×8×1" processor within their facility. Each machine was chosen due / 200×200×25 mm, the machine has had the opportunity to to specific attributes of the system. In terms of ACL’s plate process full stock lengths that couldn’t have been entertained by production, Paul elaborates, “The HSFDB does everything we ACL before. need. It drills, taps, mills, cuts, you name it. The biggest thing is that it is compact. A burn table would have taken up as much as 45’ x 15’ / 13 m x 4.5 m, whereas the Peddinghaus system takes When asked if Peddinghaus had met his expectations, Paul up a much smaller space and is capable of doing so much.” agrees, but goes one step further, “Peddinghaus stands behind their machines. When we need parts, we get them the next day. When Did ACL achieve their goals? Brad Doerr, shop coordinator, we need a technician, they send explains the result of their decision, “We understood that when one. I have visited Bradley, you have to sub out work, you lose money. and was impressed with how Every time you sub something out, you the company operates. I are reducing your margins. With our would say that they are much new machines from Peddinghaus like ACL. They stand behind we don’t have that. Also, if we need their products 100%, and do a part we just make it as opposed whatever it takes to make sure to waiting to have it done by an the customer gets exactly what outside company. We loved our plate they need.” processing vendor, but this machine has made us that much more cost effective and responsive.”

Leaders Share Vision

Peddinghaus Provides Results

Beyond plate production, a study was conducted by the team at ACL

ACL Steel’s Anglemaster-HD has proven to be 30 times faster than manual production for clip angles.

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Harrell’s Metal Works - Grenada, Mississippi

Stepping Up in the Steel Industry Harrell’s Metal Works, a family owned business located in Grenada, Mississippi, was founded in 1985 to serve the ornamental iron and miscellaneous metal industries. As time passed, Harrell’s evolved into a full-service structural fabrication firm specializing in subcontracted work.

Understanding that acting as a ‘middleman’ meant lower profit margins, the Harrell’s team realized that they were destined for greater feats. Under owner and operator, Randy Harrell, the business stepped out of subcontracted work and into operating as a major structural steel fabricator.

Harrell’s Metal Works Left to Right: Hunter Harrell, Project Manager & Estimator; Randy Harrell, Owner; Bradley Barrett, Shop Operator

Moving Towards Automation & the Future of Harrell’s With 40 employees at their Grenada, Mississippi location, Harrell’s faced challenges to increase production.

Limitations from their old punch line only allowed for punching up to ¾” (19 mm) material and resulted in Harrell’s needing to outsource their heavier work. “It wasn’t uncommon to sub out $20,000 for larger projects,” Randy stated. Time restrictions and dated machinery made it difficult and costly for Harrell’s to compete for significant projects in the Southeastern USA steel market.

Randy explained. Although Randy and his team were uncertain of a drill line’s speed versus the punch line, they began the search for a new machine.

Quality over Cost

With multiple options in the market for automated machinery, Randy looked to Peddinghaus Corporation for his new shop investment. “You get what you pay for,” Randy explained. “With Peddinghaus, I saw quality.” A trip to Bradley, IL, where Peddinghaus’ global headquarters is located, was all that Randy and his team needed to make the final decision. Randy was not only impressed with the facility and the Harrell’s made the switch from an old beam punch presentation of the machinery, but also line to an Advantage-2 high speed drill line in order to understood and related to the familyexpand their business and increase production. based business and its values. “From Wanting to make their mark in the Anton (Peddinghaus) on down, I was treated nicely and the steel industry, Randy, along with his son, Hunter Harrell, overall experience was above my expectations.” Randy said.

Project Manager and Estimator, and Shop Operator, Bradley When comparing similar family business ethics and morals Barrett, took the first steps forward in adding a drill line to from Peddinghaus to Harrell’s, Randy stated, “That’s how the shop. “I knew in order to grow and increase capacity, I we do business.” had to get an automated drill line,”

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The Advantage-2 high speed drill line was the best option for Harrell’s production needs. The drill line includes three powerful drill spindles for drilling an array of profiles. Features such as an optional five station tool changer, smart spindle motors, and Roller Feed Measurement all contribute to Harrell’s success. Shop Operator, Bradley Barrett, found Peddinghaus’ modern software, Raptor, to be easier to use than previous applications.

“Once you are trained to use Raptor, it is easy,” Bradley, explains.

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simple. With just a few clicks, the machine is ready to run.”

Past projects of Harrell’s include Swayze Field known as the “Ole Miss” (University of Mississippi) baseball stadium, the state-of-the-art, LEEDcertified learning facility at the “Ole Miss” School of Law, and McCool Hall at Mississippi State University. Harrell’s is feeling more confident since purchasing the Advantage-2 drill line and are ready to take on bigger projects throughout the country. Shocked by its results, Harrell’s couldn’t believe that their new drill line was actually faster than the old punch line. “We were surprised when we turned the machine on and the first few beams went through,” Bradley described.

drill is twice as fast as the punch line.

Randy, Hunter and Bradley, are now capable of extending their business to additional markets and competing with larger fabricators. With their new drill line, determination, and family values, Harrell’s is looking forward to many successful years to come.

“We want people to do business with us because of our quality of work and how we treat our customers through the process. We are truthful and stand behind our work 100%,” explains Randy.

Production Proof with Peddinghaus Harrell’s team is “amazed” with their new drill line’s speed. Fitters are no longer waiting on the beam punch line. “The drill line did better than what I thought it would,” Randy said. Harrell’s has seen results by doubling their capacity as the

With their new Advantage-2 high speed drill line, Harrell’s has doubled their capacity and are amazed with its speed versus their old punch line.

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Peddinghaus Debuts Bevel Cutting Plate Processor at

FABTECH 2013

November 18th-21st, industry elite experienced the future of steel fabrication technology…

FABTECH 2013, the largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event in North America, achieved record-breaking success on November 18th-21st. A total of 40,667 attendees visited 1,573 exhibitors located within the 650,000 square foot / 60,000 square meter McCormick Place exhibition center in Chicago, IL. “While breaking our own records is impressive, most important were the reports we received from the attendees and exhibitors,” said John Catalano, FABTECH show co-manager. “Attendees were impressed with the record size and scope of the show and the number of new products and innovative technologies on display.”

Peddinghaus Corporation experienced its own success as they proudly presented the latest steel fabricating technology over the four-day expo. Live demonstrations and a special networking event was not all that Peddinghaus had up its sleeve. Introducing the newest machine to the HSFDB plate processing family, the HSFDB-C, Peddinghaus stole the show with advanced technology never before released by machine tool manufacturers.

The HSFDB-C performs operations such as drilling, scribing, countersinking, tapping, milling, oxy-fuel and plasma cutting with the ability to cut up to 4” (100 mm) thick plate. This machine captured the attention of onlookers as the only true CNC processing machine to provide bevel cutting capabilities for both oxy-fuel and Live demonstrations of the Ring of Fire thermal processing center along with the Advantage-2 high speed drill line and the 410-DG band saw were all on display for FabTech attendees.

plasma cutting. The HSFDB-C comes with an expansive 12-station tool changer and Signomat hard stamp part marking system. This plate processing machine benefits fabricators with less material handling and lower scrap.

Booth #S945 did not disappoint as attendees also witnessed demonstrations of the Peddinghaus Ring of Fire 360° thermal processing center, the Advantage-2 high speed drill line and the 410DG band saw.

Outside of the show booth, guests at this year’s networking event got to experience music, food and fun at the Four Seasons Hotel. Chicago sports legend, Mike Ditka, made a special appearance as the guest speaker for the night.

Chicago sports legend and football Hall of Famer, Mike Ditka, entertains guests at the Peddinghaus networking dinner event.

Peddinghaus left its mark at FABTECH 2013 Chicago, IL among attendees and fellow exhibitors. Find them at this year’s FABTECH 2014 held on November 11th-13th in Atlanta, GA where you can mingle with Peddinghaus and its team of experts.

For more information on FABTECH 2014, visit: www.fabtechexpo.com

The debut of the HSFDB-C plate processor with bevel cutting capabilities was a crowd pleaser at FabTech 2013.

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Doherty Steel - Paola, Kansas

A Family Affair

the business, then Dennis and his sister introduced the first automated systems to the firm as it grew. Under Dennis and Lisa’s leadership, the firm has developed an impressive repertoire of commercial and industrial projects. Noteworthy tasks such as the renovation of the University of Kansas’ Allen Fieldhouse Basketball Arena (home of the Jayhawks), the renovation and expansion of Arrowhead Stadium (home of the Kansas City Chiefs NFL football team) and building of Kaufman Stadium (home of the Kansas City Royals MLB baseball team) prove that Doherty Steel has long been a major player in the marketplace.

Left to Right: Dennis Doherty, President; Lisa Stephen, Controller; Chase Doherty, General Manager; Chance Coherty, Shop Foreman

The question is, “how does a family

In 1959, James Doherty established what would later become Doherty

to succeed?” The answer lies in the

Steel in his parent’s garage. Just as many fabricators, James’ early

contributions of the next generation.

work in ornamental iron led him into the structural steel business.

Working closely with their father Dennis,

Today James’ son Dennis (president) and daughter Lisa (controller)

Chase and Chance have used their

manage the firm, with Dennis’ sons Chance (shop foreman) and Chase

ambition, and understanding of modern

(general manager) climbing the corporate ladder.

technology to put Doherty Steel onto a

As a family business, Doherty steel has been passed down through the generations with each leaving something unique. James started

business such as Doherty Steel continue

whole new level.

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A Fresh Take on the Family Business Doherty has long relied upon CNC equipment to maintain their production. Their 120,000 square foot / 11,000 square meter production facility in Paola - KS is staffed by an average workforce of 40 shop employees, and can move some serious material. Never resting on their laurels, the team at Doherty knew there were better machines out there than their existing punching and drilling lines.

Chance sums up the scenario best, “The punching was getting out of date and we were doing bigger things. We were growing and I saw what the newest machines from Peddinghaus could do. Once you put a pencil to paper everything makes even more sense. Replacing our older drill and punch were one thing but the PeddiWriter was no question in my mind.”

The Peddinghaus Advantage-2 drill line uses high speed carbide tooling, and has replaced a punch line, and older drill line at Doherty Steel.

Dennis affirms Chance’s statement, “Chance showed us the PeddiWriter and at first I wasn’t real excited about it. You know, I’m old school but Chance pushed us and we came up with the fact that we couldn’t live without that particular machine.”

A New Partnership with Peddinghaus Doherty steel replaced their existing drilling and cutting machines with a new shade of green, and some serious Peddinghaus productivity.

Immediately the difference was apparent. “The PeddiWriter has probably cut on average 3-4 man hours per guy out of our production,” stated Chase, “Beams that used to take one and a half hours to lay out now take eight to ten minutes. Right now we have it add the piece mark, saw cut mark, stiffener locations with individual piece marks, and weld symbols for the individual pieces.”

The PeddiWriter automatically applies an array of information to structural profiles, including weld symbols

Chance recalls his first production run with the PeddiWriter, “A while ago we did a project that had a column about 35' (11 meters) long, and I think it was a W14×90, so it was a bigger column. I had physically laid it out and it took an hour or hour and a half at most. Once we had the machine in I knew I wanted to run that piece first. The machine did it in 8 minutes. That is exactly what we wanted it to do.”

Beyond the PeddiWriter, Dennis attests to the difference that the new PCD-1100/3C (Advantage-2) drill line has made in their production.

“Compared to our old drill and punch lines the new drill is just amazing, this thing eats steel. The drill is outrunning everything including our two saws in the machine bay. I don’t know what else to say, it’s just fast and accurate.”

The Siemens control of the PeddiWriter boasts a 19” screen for ease of operation.

Doherty Steel Does with it Takes The team at Doherty stays ahead of the competition by never settling for the status quo. As Chase and Chance continue to be more involved in the business, Dennis knows his firm will continue to lead “You know, I hate to say it but I am getting a little older and the boys, are really good with the latest software and machines that come out these days. What I have always told them is that you have to always be looking ahead at where you should be. I think Peddinghaus has done a really good job at coming out with products that fabricators really need, and listening to the feedback that they’ve gotten from users. We’ve had a lot of the competitors’ equipment and I really truly feel that is the difference. It’s no different than our business; it’s about taking care of the customer, and I think that’s Peddinghaus’ top priority.”

First in line for production, the PeddiWriter at Doherty Steel has proven to increase efficiency, and the quality of work at Doherty Steel.

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New Features Added to Raptor Software!

Eliminate the need to re-nest DSTV+ batch files by importing them into Raptor.

Raptor software continues to expand with the addition of several powerful features. These features all amount to faster programming, and streamlined production.

New capabilities for the import and export of DSTV+ files, export of standard DSTV files, and an updated feature for the importation of Peddimat files are proving useful to fabricators in all corners of the globe.

DSTV+ File Import and Export Capability Select MRP systems are capable of exporting batch nested files in a format known as DSTV+. This file type plays an important role in the automated development of cut sheets for production. Raptor is capable of importing and exporting these DSTV+ files for production on equipment. This eliminates the need to manually batch nest files, which have already been batch nested within a third party MRP software.

DSTV File Export Capability

Program an array of machines by exporting DSTV files from Raptor.

Raptor is capable of exporting part information into a DSTV file format (including scribes, copes and holes). All enhancements or corrections applied within Raptor are included within the exported DSTV file using this feature. The DSTV export module brings the power of Raptor to third party CNC machinery that can import files of this type. This means any machine that can accept a DSTV file can be programmed by Raptor.

Peddimat IMPORT as well as Export The Peddimat Import and Export feature provides users the ability to create new Peddimat files or utilize existing Peddimat files with Raptor. This option allows users complete flexibility in regards to legacy software compatibility. Existing files created within Peddimat are accepted with no problem, eliminating the need to reprogram parts. Conversely, Raptor can be used to create Peddimat files for operation on late model Peddinghaus machinery.

Available for Late Model Peddinghaus Machines Interested in using Raptor on an existing Peddinghaus machine installation? That’s no problem! Raptor is not only available for the latest Peddinghaus machinery, but for late model equipment as well.

Import existing Peddimat files - eliminate the need to reprogram existing data!

Visit www.peddinghaus.com/raptor for a full listing of available postprocessors

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Getting To Know…

Bob Meltzer

Chief Operating Officer at Peddinghaus Corporation, South Carolina Over a year ago, Bob Meltzer celebrated his 35th Anniversary with Peddinghaus Corporation. These were his thoughts on the morning of that milestone day: “As I walked to the door this morning, I paused for a moment to reflect on the thought that I had been coming to Peddinghaus for 35 years now. It was kind of overwhelming to realize that for more than two-thirds of my lifetime I have been doing this very same thing for this very same company. I am, and always will be, so very proud of where I work and what I have accomplished.”

With now more than 36 years under his belt with Peddinghaus, Bob Meltzer, Chief Operating Officer at Peddinghaus Corporation South Carolina (PCSC), is responsible for overseeing 56 employees at the Andrews location. Bob upholds the most important role of C.O.O. by ensuring that Peddinghaus delivers quality products to meet and exceed customers’ expectations.

Bob, can you begin by telling us about your background with Peddinghaus? How did you reach your current role?

I began my career at Peddinghaus in Bradley, IL back on August 17, 1977 with my first job as a shipping and receiving clerk. I am thankful to my friend, Terry Chinn, chief operating officer at Peddinghaus Corporation in Bradley, IL, for letting me know that Peddinghaus was hiring. At that time, I was 18-years-old and recently graduated from high-school. I had an interview in the morning and started working in the afternoon. That is how it all began.

In my career with Peddinghaus, I have held several positions including my initial clerk position, production control, weld shop supervisor, production control & planner, general manager of PCSC and finally my current role since 2006 as chief operating officer at PCSC.

Bob Meltzer, Chief Operating Officer at Peddinghaus Corporation South Carolina, celebrates more than 36 years with the company.

How did these previous positions help prepare you for your role today?

Referring back to the beginning with my first job at Peddinghaus, it taught me responsibility. I had to be here. I had to be on time. I had to earn respect from people. I had to learn and do a great job daily. I went into a brand new environment not knowing anything about Peddinghaus and have built my career by learning as much as I could in every aspect of each job I held. It’s a running joke in the stockroom that I know the part number of every part.

It is important to excel at all levels of jobs, to go above and beyond.

Many times I took on roles I knew little about and made the best of it.

Peddinghaus gave me a big opportunity to make something out of myself. I seized the opportunity to do so and have advanced by working hard.

What can you tell us about the Peddinghaus plant in Andrews, South Carolina?

I have been at this location for 16 years. At PCSC, we currently utilize 60,000 square feet / 5,500 square meters for manufacturing, an off-sight warehouse facility of approximately 30,000 square feet / 2,750 square meters and another 5,000 square feet / 500 square meters of office space.

We perform similar operations comparable to the Bradley, IL location. We have a machine shop, weld shop, assembly, stockroom, shipping, receiving, production, purchasing and engineering departments.

Why is the Andrews location an important key to Peddinghaus production?

We are very streamlined and take the “lean, mean” approach to manufacturing by doing more and more. Welding, machining and purchasing parts for JIT (just in time) deliveries help control enormous inventory levels. I think we have a much better flow to the work here as this plant was built new and that was one of the keys to getting it to run smoothly. We are a manufacturing facility without all the outside distractions.

The amount of work that goes out of this small manufacturing facility is second to none. What is accomplished from such a small group is phenomenal. Our location being within one hour of two major airports (Charleston and Myrtle Beach), within one hour of the Port of Charleston and within three hours of the Port of Savannah has always given us an advantage over shipping and receiving.

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Bob Meltzer Continued from page 15

How has PCSC grown since its opening in January 1997?

When the plant opened there were approximately 15 employees and only Bob (right) alongside Linda Meltzer, 45,000 square feet / 4,000 Purchasing Manager (left) square See meters us at of space for manufacturing the angle lines and plate duplicators. In 1999, an on booth #2059. additional 15,000 square feet / 1,500 square meters was added for Planning & Scheduling manufacturing all FABTECH Peddinghaus conveyors and quiet glides. In 2006, featured at the manufacturing of Ocean Machinery products moved down here beginning with the Avenger, followed closely by the Clipper and then the Liberator.

Our current production includes angle lines (AFPS-643, AFCPS-823, Revolution, Anglemaster-HD), plate duplicator punches (F-1170, FPD-1120), conveyors and Quiet Glides for all Peddinghaus orders including plate line conveyors and Ocean Machinery products (Avenger, Clipper and Liberator).

What is a typical day like as a C.O.O.?

My daily routine consists of coordinating and delegating the many tasks that need to be accomplished in order to uphold Peddinghaus’ standards. The most important goal as C.O.O. is making sure our quality products are delivered in a timely manner to exceed customer expectations. My favorite part of the position is my morning walk to say “good -morning” to everyone and acknowledge each employee by name. Then in my afternoon walk, I get to see progress and what was accomplished as a group that day.

In your 36 years, how would you say Peddinghaus’ fabrication technologies have advanced?

From the early days with Peddinghaus anvils, vices and hand shears to the current fully automated plate lines, angle lines and material handling, the Peddinghaus sales team listens to our customers.

Peddinghaus takes the customers’ needs back to the engineering departments who then design machines to satisfy the manufacturers using our equipment worldwide. Peddinghaus has always made machine improvements to satisfy our customers’ demands in ways needed to improve their quality of parts and reducing the cost to produce those parts.

What do you feel makes Peddinghaus stand out from its competitors?

This is definitely due to our employees at Peddinghaus. I am constantly reminded from salesmen, customers and even our competitors that Peddinghaus people make a difference. Our employees on the floor, on the phones, our service technicians and everyone in between are the difference that makes Peddinghaus stand out from all others in the world.

Bob (pictured right), and Richie Jennings, Weld Shop Supervisor (pictured left), review production on the in-house AFCPS-833 Revolution which is used for making Peddinghaus machine components in Andrews.

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Peddinghaus Returns to SteelFab 2014 -United Arab Emirates January 20th-23rd, 2014, Peddinghaus was proud to exhibit the industry’s latest technology in the Middle East…

The 10th annual SteelFab exhibition was held January 20th-23rd, 2014, at the Expo Centre Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates.

Peddinghaus was in attendance along with nearly 300 exhibitors displaying more than 700 international brands of machinery and equipment. SteelFab is the largest exhibition of its kind in the Middle East and African region for metal working, metal manufacturing, and steel fabrication.

East and Europe to working for a leading machine tool provider, Roland understands market factors and project management aspects of many operation settings.

During the four day exhibition, Peddinghaus gave local fabricators a look at the industry’s latest technology and shared in-depth knowledge on all machinery innovations in today’s market.

Representatives were available to customers from around the world to answer any questions about their production needs.

For information about Peddinghaus in the Middle East, contact International Sales Manager, Roland Jones at Roland@peddinghaus.co.uk

At SteelFab 2014, Peddinghaus once again proved to be an innovative industry provider with local support and advanced technology for the Middle East. Visit the Peddinghaus stand at next year’s SteelFab to witness the future of fabrication.

Peddinghaus is dedicated to fabricators globally and provide business leaders in the Middle East the best support available for customers’ needs. Peddinghaus proudly employs local service technicians devoted to the region for faster response times and 24-hour technical support 7 days a week to guarantee service for all time zones with every machine purchase.

Continuing in the commitment with business leaders around the world, Roland Jones, Peddinghaus’ International Sales Manager for the Middle East, has extensive experience as a plant manager and can recognize the difficulties fabricators face in today’s market. From overseeing multiple plants throughout the Middle

The International Sales Team was ready to serve the fabricating needs of the Middle East at SteelFab 2014-United Arab Emirates.

Peddinghaus Prepares for NASCC 2014 in Toronto Visit Booth #1711, March 26th-28th and step into a fabricator’s fantasy! will be running programs It’s that time of year for throughout the show. The the exclusive conference first machine of its kind, the dedicated to structural HSFDB-C is the only true plate steel: the NASCC! processor with bevel cutting Hosted by the American technology.

Institute of Steel •A 320 G-HSS semi-automatic Construction (AISC), the band saw from our tool North American Steel division saw line.

Construction Conference •A 140 ton PeddiMax No. 1 will not disappoint. With Ironworker with combined over 200 exhibitors and section shear, punch unit, 3,500 attendees expected notching devise, and at the Metro Toronto The Peddinghaus booth at the NASCC showcases the latest innovations in modern automatic length stop system Convention Centre, structural steel technology. will be on display. One look Peddinghaus Corporation at the PeddiMax No. 1 and it is evident that Peddinghaus’ is ready to reveal the latest in modern steel technology. reputation for long lasting ironworkers remains unchanged.

Don’t miss live demonstrations on ALL of the following • Live demonstrations of Peddinghaus’ Raptor software will be in booth #1711: showcased throughout the exhibition. With modules to import; • A complete Advantage-2 drill line and DG-1100 band saw modify, inspect, create; or export part data; this software can system with the all new MultMaster measurement system will be optimize production with faster programming. demonstrated throughout the show. Ideal for processing large volumes of short pieces, the MultMaster is Peddinghaus’ answer for steel service centers, and manufacturers alike.

To learn about all of Peddinghaus Corporation’s machine tool • An HSFDB-C plate processor with advanced features including technology at this year’s NASCC in Toronto, visit booth #1711. bevel cutting, SignoMat part marking, expansive 12-station tool changing and the ability to cut up to 4” (100 mm) thick plate

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One Play at a Time Tri-State Ironworks, Inc.-Memphis, TN Running the ball, staying one-step ahead of the defense, and scoring touchdowns are all actions that will help lead your team in winning an American football game. For All-American running back, Barry Todd, outscoring opponents was a way of life until an unfortunate accident forced Barry out of his favorite sport.

Unable to continue to play college football, Barry became a union ironworker. In an industry that Barry describes as “more cutthroat than I have ever seen,” he brought his competitive edge and winning spirit from the field to the fab shop.

Bill Bradshaw, Vice President (pictured far left); and Barry Todd, President/Owner (pictured far right); alongside the team at Tri-State Ironworks, Inc.

Making their Way into the Game Tri-State Ironworks began in October 1994 when Barry Todd, president and owner, invested a meek $2,500 to start out in the steel industry. With the determination to succeed, Barry began by processing subbed-out work for larger fabricators.

Founded on core values, Barry exuded what he described as “loyalty, honesty and trust” into his structural steel business.

The next step in Barry’s game plan was “building the best team that you can build.” Growing from small fabricating projects to commercial and industrial fabrication took years of ‘practice.’

Barry and his team were up for the challenge. Never looking back, Tri-State pushed forward into the business. Currently, the firm specializes in what Barry describes as “anything steel.”

Steel Processed with Pride Tri-State’s current portfolio boasts a wide range of steel projects including educational, industrial, religious, retail, office, and miscellaneous work extending throughout the Mid-South region of the United States. The team’s hard work was most recently recognized when four of

their projects were selected by the AIA for the 2013 Building Memphis Awards. Projects show cased were the FedEx Pedestrian Bridge, the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) Airways Transit Center, the Legends Park multiuse building, and the Salvation Army Kroc Community Center.

Tri-State’s most recent development includes fabrication for the multi-million dollar Memphis Pyramid Arena renovation.

The project involves turning the NBA Memphis Grizzlies’ former home into retail space for Bass Pro Shops Inc. and other attractions to thrive in 2014.

Tri-State’s fabricating inventory included a PCD-1100/3B drill line, a 1250-510 straight cut band saw and an AFPS-643 angle line all from Peddinghaus Corporation. Barry knew it was time to add another piece of equipment to the roster in order to meet timelines and faster production for larger work. “The bigger you want to get, the more equipment you need to stay competitive,” Barry explained.

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One Play at a Time Tri-State Ironworks Continued from page 18

Constructive Coaching Acting on commitment to their industry partners, the TriState team went back to their trusted playbook and contacted Peddinghaus Corporation. Most customers of Peddinghaus credit the visit to the Peddinghaus’ Corporate headquarters located in Bradley, IL as the deciding factor in choosing them as their trusted provider of equipment. Barry was impressed with the plant, its presentation, quality machinery and family-oriented business principles, however, it was Kevin Woods, Southeastern Regional Manager for Peddinghaus he commended for assisting in the final decision. “We are lucky to have our salesman, Kevin, who told us what we needed,” Barry said. “I didn’t take all of Kevin’s advice, but I later realized that it was good advice. He’s not just full of hot air all the time! I definitely know that when he gives us a recommendation it’s a thoughtful and accurate suggestion.”

Welders are hard at work with increased production at Tri-State.

With coaching from Kevin, the Tri-State team added an HSFDB-B plate processor from Peddinghaus to their line of equipment. Barry brags that the results from the plate machine “are as good as the drawing” and has seen both production and quality increase dramatically since its installation.

Tri-State Triumph Barry and his team at Tri-State continue to grow by utilizing the latest steel fabricating technology in their Memphis facility. By understanding the need to stay current on steel fabricating trends, Barry makes use of his competitive edge to succeed in the steel industry. “Barry is an athlete with a competitive nature that will never fail,” stated Bill Bradshaw, vice president of Tri-State.

Tri-State added an HSFDB-B plate processor to their fabricating line-up that includes a PCD-1100/3B drill line, a 1250-510 straight cute band saw and an AFPS-643 angle line all from Peddinghaus.

The proof is in the production results with clip angles from the AFPS-643.

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Peddinghaus’ Customers Win at the SAISC Steel Awards 2013

Peddinghaus Makes an Impact at IMTEX Forming 2014-Bangalore, India

Congratulations to Genrec Engineering and TASS Engineering!

January 23rd-28th, Peddinghaus Corporation exhibited the latest modern steel fabrication technology at the International Forming Technology Exhibition, IMTEX Forming 2014. Held at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), India, IMTEX is known as an exclusive business-to-business exhibition on the extensive range of forming technologies in all engineering applications.

Peddinghaus, along with 500 exhibitors

Left to right: Mike Lomas (SAISC Chairman), Spencer Erling (SAISC), Bottom Row: Mike Borello (Genrec Engineering), Howard Fox (Genrec Engineering), Michael Moller (Genrec Engineering) Top Row: Gert Lange (Genrec Engineering) , Ernest von Claer (Hitachi Power Africa) and Mark Marais (Hitachi Power Africa)

2013 marked another successful year for the steel construction industry in South Africa. On September 19th, the South African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) celebrated its 32nd annual Steel Awards simultaneously in the cities of Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. 50 entries of various construction projects were received this year for recognition of excellence in the use of structural steel.

Peddinghaus Corporation is proud to be a member and a sponsor of the SAISC Steel Awards. Congratulations to customers, Genrec Engineering and TASS Engineering, on their recent successes: • Genrec Engineering won in the overall category and in the mining and industrial category with the Medupi Power Station, the main frame and boiler grid supports project. Genrec served as the quantity surveyor, steelwork contractor and the detailing company for the project team.

• TASS Engineering won in the tubular category as the steelwork contractor for the Standard Bank Rosebank building, known as 30 Baker Street, located on the corner of Baker and Oxford Roads in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

from 24 countries, exhibited to an estimated 40,000 attendees. Visitors witnessed recent trends in forming technologies from around the world. At booth #A117 in hall 2A, small fabrication shops to larger structural steel fabricators were anxious to see what Peddinghaus had to offer for their fabrication needs. With no inquiry too big or small, Peddinghaus Corporation displayed expertise in all areas of their machinery.

Peddinghaus technology has proven to be an innovator and global leader in structural steel fabrication and is proud to be partners with business leaders throughout the Middle East. By providing local spare parts inventory and an unmatched 24 hour/day technical support center, our customers throughout the region have the tools they need for to succeed. Visit the Peddinghaus booth at IMTEX 2015 and see what CNC solution is right for you.

Mike Lomas, Chairman of the SAISC (left); Paul Deppe, Vice President of the Associaton of Steel Tube and Pipe Manufacturers of SA (center); TASS Engineering winner Rob Mylroie (right)

Peddinghaus is proud to be long-time partners with international business leaders and is committed to fabricators worldwide. The SAISC Steel Awards 2014 will be held September 18th with the deadline for entries April 30th. Peddinghaus looks forward to this year’s project winners in structural steel excellence.

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