Rollforming Magazine

12/06/2024

When times are tough, it's important to remember that both good and bad times are temporary. With recent shifts in the construction industry, businesses must adapt to survive economic downturns. Identifying core competencies helps companies focus on what they do best while exploring new opportunities.
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

By Todd E. Miller, President, Isaiah Industries When times are difficult, people say, “Tough times never last.” But when times are good, people never say, “Good times never last.” The hard truth is that while tough times never last, neither do good times. Businesses that operate with this in...

12/05/2024

Change is constant in life, especially in manufacturing, where organizations need to adapt to various market and economic shifts. One way to create positive change is through "kaizen," a Japanese term meaning "change for the better" or continuous improvement. Effective implementation of kaizen involves leadership, commitment, and fostering a culture that values everyday improvement.

By Kenneth P. Lambert, Jr. The Greek philosopher Heraclitus of Ephesus is quoted as having coined the phrase “The only constant in life is change.” Change is always happening, whether or not we want it. In the manufacturing realm, as with nearly every facet of the business world, we hustle to st...

12/04/2024

Hixwood hosted an open house on October 5 to celebrate its new 20,000-square foot expansion in Stanley, Wisconsin, attracting about a thousand attendees. The event raised awareness through local ads and word of mouth, as many community members had never visited the facility.

Hixwood held an open house from 2-7 p.m. October 5 to celebrate the completion of its most recent expansion in Stanley, Wisconsin.  A thousand people attended and had a first-hand look at the new 20,000-square foot building. To build awareness for the event, the company advertised in the local shop...

12/03/2024

True Metal Supply has been established in Knoxville by Adam Clark and Mason Burchette, who left their previous jobs to pursue their passion for metal roofing. True Metal Supply aims to build strong customer relationships and offer training for contractors on installation and sales techniques related to metal roofing.

Sometimes you have an itch that’s just gotta get scratched. That’s what Adam Clark and Mason Burchette discovered while developing successful careers for another company in an industry for which they had a growing passion. As they helped build the success of a southern Tennessee roll-forming bus...

12/02/2024

Roll former manufacturers keep updating designs to stay competitive and help customers avoid problems with equipment. A frequent issue noted by Metal Rollforming Systems (MRS) is that operators often make incorrect adjustments to tooling. This can cause expensive damage to tools.

Roll former manufacturers routinely research ways to keep equipment designs competitive. This means responding to market changes, as well as looking for ways to help its roll-forming customers avoid problems arising during equipment operations. Combatting Improper Adjustments A common problem Metal....

11/29/2024

Always nice to look back on past shows and see how much we have grown in the last 2 years since then. Thank you all for for your continued support! 👏

The third annual Construction Rollforming Show was held October 26-27 in New Orleans. The new location enticed attendees from surrounding states to come check out the only trade show dedicated to the construction roll forming industry. Tradesmen made the trip from Mexico, Montana, Texas, Missouri, a...

11/28/2024

11/27/2024

If you don't know what to ask for, you might not get the right metal coil for your needs. It is essential to ask the right questions when ordering coil to ensure it meets your customers' expectations.

By Karen Knapstein If you don’t know what to ask for, odds are you won’t get what you need. Asking the right questions is the first step in getting the coil you need to fill your customers’ orders to their satisfaction. Coil width and thickness are two of the most obvious factors that affect m...

11/26/2024

The tube bending industry is currently thriving, as shared by Wendell Hochstetler, CEO of Cold Spring Carports, a custom metal fabrication shop in Abbeville, South Carolina.

The tube bending industry is doing well according to Wendell Hochstetler. As CEO of Cold Spring Enterprises, he would know; the company bends a lot of tubing. That said, they are more than tube bending, they are a full-service custom metal fabrication shop in Abbeville, South Carolina. Hochstetler m...

11/25/2024

When evaluating which machine to purchase, businesses often think used equipment is the cheaper option, but assessing the total cost over its usable life is crucial.
Metal Rollforming Systems

Shield Wall Media completed the 2022 State of the Industry Survey. One result stood out as unique. Across almost all market segments, companies are expanding to add metal forming and roll forming equipment. All respondents:27% were adding equipment Metal roofers:32% were adding equipmentAdvertisemen...

11/22/2024

Despite the difficulties of custom manufacturing, Roll Former finds satisfaction in delivering unique solutions for customers, who sometimes believe their requests are impossible.
Roll Former LLC

By Linda Schmid In the beginning, there was ONE machine. Ewald Stellrecht created a panformer machine to allow builders to create their own roofing panels, thereby avoiding the high prices of pre-formed panels and the intensive labor required to create them manually. The orders poured in and in 1978...

11/21/2024

Successful organizations focus on having the right individuals in each role and managing them effectively. Relying only on resumes or using a "trial by fire" approach to hiring often leads to poor outcomes.

By Dolly Penland, Business Results The most successful organizations ensure they have the right people in each role being managed in the best possible way. Knowledge, skills and experience are not enough to ensure success. Too many companies try to rely solely on an application or a resume as a way....

11/20/2024

Wytheville Metals (Premier Building Solutions) serves a diverse customer base, including roofing contractors, builders, and homeowners. They have seen a rise in demand from the storage building market and primarily work in residential areas, though they also engage in agricultural and commercial projects.

J.R. Kauffman founded Wytheville Metals in Southwestern Virginia in 2003. J.R.’s son Rick, the current owner, recalls: “Back in 2002 I was helping my dad on a dairy farm in Maryland. We were tired of milking cows. Dad had a sister in a construction supply business selling metal and accessories a...

11/19/2024

Saving money in production might be as simple as rearranging machines on the shop floor. The location of machines, storage of materials, and traffic patterns all affect costs.
CIDAN Machinery

Saving some money in your production process may be as simple as moving machines on your shop floor. Where your machines are located, where you have your materials and finished items stored, and your traffic flow patterns can all have an impact on your bottom line. It sounds like common sense, but R...

11/18/2024

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11/18/2024

Changing how you operate a business often needs research, planning, and investment. Buying a roll forming line for the first time is no exception. A good roll former manufacturer can help ensure the investment is wise and suited to your needs.
The Bradbury Group can help!

By Ben Schmidt, Industry Sales Manager – Metal Buildings, Trim & Decking, The Bradbury Group Changing the way you do business will always require some research, plenty of planning and some sort of investment. Purchasing your first in-house roll forming line is certainly no exception. A respectable...

11/15/2024

State of the Industry: Keep On Rolling in 2023
A look back on the outlook of 2023
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11/14/2024

We will be having the great James Radford Band entertaining us at the Happy Hour for Garage Shed & Carport Magazine Show this year. You will not want to miss it!

The Weight (Take a load off F***y) by The Band