Isaac Braun

"Structural steel fabrication is our specialty! 🔩 From beams to frameworks, trust Greater Wisconsin Sheet Metal for all your structural needs. Our experts ensure every detail is perfect! 🏢 #StructuralFabrication #SteelExperts #QualityEngineering"

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Owner Resource Group's purchase of Standard Iron & Wire Works in January 2022 wasn't your standard strip and flip acquisition. Tim Heston writes how investors have helped an already successful metal fabrication company grow, which has landed the Minnesota fabricator at No. 17 on the 2024 FAB 40 list. "They’ve been very supportive,” says CEO Brian Hazelton, “not just organically, but looking to see how we can grow with the right acquisition. A good match has to make financial sense, but from a cultural standpoint, we’re looking for companies that follow servant leadership models. If you don’t have a good cultural match, it’s very hard to get [the combined] organization pulling in the right direction.” Read the article: https://lnkd.in/gwDuTxCr Check out the rest of the 2024 FAB 40: https://lnkd.in/eUvQuBg #FAB40 #metalfabrication #sheetmetal #fabrication #manufacturing #businessgrowth #mergersandacquisitions #fabshop

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Vibration analysis is a powerful tool in predictive maintenance, helping to detect equipment issues before they lead to costly breakdowns. However, setting up an effective vibration monitoring program isn’t always straightforward. From handling complex data to overcoming skill gaps, there are several challenges that can hinder success. In this article, we explore the common obstacles faced during the implementation of vibration analysis and provide practical solutions to help your organization maximize its benefits. Ready to enhance your maintenance strategy? Read on to learn more! https://lnkd.in/dAQxaMrb #vibrationanalysis #vibrationanalysisuae #conditionmonitoring #machinehealth #vibrationproblems #vibrationsolutions #engineeringproblems #vibration #predictivemaintenance #proactivemaintenance

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Learn more about Vortex Metal Manufacturing ‘s capabilities as sheet-metal provider for all things HVAC! Register below!

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WHAT IS IRONMAN DOING NEXT TO CS844? I took this picture when I first went to LECO 's world headquarters in Michigan. A total rookie at the time,I was puzzled by the radiating "beating heart". It turns out the glowing 4 tube arrangement is an independent furnace (TF4) to "prep" the crucibles. A certain temperature. A certain number of minutes. This can be very useful when measuring very low levels of Carbon and Sulfur. So what exactly could be on, or in the crucibles to warrant such a procedure? More info on such instruments: https://lnkd.in/eZ44ja3Z https://lnkd.in/e5wJ-rSW

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I forgot to mention how well the mesh bed leveling works! You can see the big X that was made on the first layer. #LFAM #AdditiveManufacturing

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Oh the weather outside is frightful. Growing tired of throwing away 70 lbs of each hammer out every time you do a hammer change? You use replaceable tips but still throw away 70% of the tips. That is downright terrifying. Linning up 3" hammer pins while holding a 60, 70 or 80 lbs. hammer while your coworker smashes the pin in. Hopefully you can hold still long enough to get the pin started. Back aching, ear splitting finger smashing , its the stuff of nightmares As our thoughts change to winter. I can't help but think of the immortal woodroom manager telling me, "You know it's spring, we just run like garbage during spring slabbing season." Now is when you should be planning to eliminate that bottle neck and profit stealing downtime. It doesn't have to be this way,. Plan now to make that nightmare disappear. Come see John Rawlings , Judi Tyacke-Rawlings  and me Chris Veley at the International Biomass Conference & Expo March 18th-20th in Atlanta, 2025. We know bark, Hardwood, Softwood, Basswood, Cedar, Acacia and more. We bring our 90 years of combined experience to understand your application challenges. It's easy being green, saving green, being green when you have the right team on your side, Rawlings Manufacturing Inc  & Material Control Solutions L.L.C.. Stop fearing spring and everything about your old swing pig and get a real machine. Rawlings. Give me a call 866-476-9861 or visit our website, https://lnkd.in/gG7rwxkx #forestproducts #pulpandpaper #wood  #biomass #energypellets Biomass Magazine American Forest & Paper Association Biomass Fuel Pellet Machinery

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380 feet of truss work and counting!  https://lnkd.in/gtQMgbBx #IndustrialManufacturing #IndustrialFabrication #MetalCraftsmanship #IndustrialSolutions #EngineeringExcellence #SouthernFabrication #CustomSolutions #DesignBuild

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Learn more about managing moisture during construction in an article that I was fortunate enough to get to contribute. The lessons learned are valuable insights into project management when incorporating mass timber. https://lnkd.in/eEG8zVZk

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There's still time to sign up for our next Intro to Predictive Maintenance and Vibration Analysis class coming up October 15-17. https://lnkd.in/gQTbiS_g #predictivemaintenanceexperts #predictivemaintenance #vibrationanalysis #pdmtraining #vibrationanalysistraining

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In this Question Line video, Jason responds to a question regarding radial hole patterns as datum features, discussing how to set up the datum reference frame, how the datum reference frame controls degrees of freedom, and how to apply the Maximum Material Boundary. https://hubs.la/Q02yRZM20 #gdandt #datumfeatures #datumreferenceframe

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As the steel markets continue to remain steady, so does our commitment at Grand Rapids Iron & Metal to keep things moving. Our philosophy is simple: burn and turn the material because cash flow is key. In a business where timing is everything, we stay on top of processing and selling material swiftly, ensuring that you benefit from a steady cash flow. By maintaining a consistent pace, we help our customers maximize value and keep their operations running smoothly, regardless of market conditions. At Grand Rapids Iron & Metal, we understand that in the recycling industry, momentum matters. That’s why we’re dedicated to maintaining a steady flow of materials, turning scrap into opportunity with efficiency and precision. Trust us to keep the wheels turning and your business thriving. Contact Grand Rapids Iron & Metal today to learn more about how our burn-and-turn approach can benefit you. #MetalRecycling #SteelMarkets #CashFlow #GrandRapidsIronAndMetal

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🔍 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 A 101-year-old iron casting foundry in Minneapolis is shutting down permanently due to stringent air permit requirements from the EPA and MPCA. Despite their best efforts, the foundry struggled to implement effective pollution control measures, leading to an exceedance of particulate matter limits during a 2023 inspection. The upgrades that were necessary for reducing particulate emissions, including continuous monitoring and a bag house leak detection system, were unfortunately not implemented, ultimately leading to the plant's closure.   Auburn FilterSense’s Baghouse Leak Detection System, the B-PAC™ series, is widely adopted in the industry and recognized by the EPA for its dependable emission monitoring and baghouse control. Auburn FilterSense technology not only supports compliance but also helps companies stay proactive by efficiently detecting process failures, minimizing unplanned downtime, reducing product loss, and cutting back on maintenance time.   𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗨𝗦 𝗘𝗣𝗔 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 Highlighting the Benefits of a Baghouse Leak Detection System (BLDS) : https://lnkd.in/e76b5H6a   Don't wait until it's too late—protect your business and improve efficiency with Auburn FilterSense’s reliable pollution control solutions. 🌍 #Sustainability #EmissionMonitoring #IndustrialEfficiency #Compliance #CleanAir

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Check out our latest blog post about Non-Destructive Testing Personnel Qualification and Performance to AWS Structural and Bridge Welding Code. Learn how NDT personnel ensure safety and reliability in steel structures and bridges. #NDT #AWS #StructuralWelding #BridgeWelding #QualityAssurance https://wix.to/iqvZCF0

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We've highlighted this week a custom carbide drill used to rough the bottom diameter and angle of a bore. Contact Valley Tool for all your custom tooling needs. #customtooltuesday #shortleadtimes #manufacturing #cnc #carbide #cncmachining #customtools #customtooling #cnctools #cnctooling #valleytool #carbidetools #customs #toolingsolutions #manufacturingindustry #manufacturingsolutions #cuttingtools #cuttingtool #customcuttingtool

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