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| FabCast | FabCast: Fabrication Basics 101 | Aug. 5, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Welding Structural Tubing 101 | Aug. 10, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
• Develop an understanding of the basic welding processes • Select the right consumables, shielding gas, and equipment • Use the right joint designs for the application • Set the correct welding parameters to optimize weld appearance and minimize spatter |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Advanced Fabrication 102 | Aug. 12, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Tube Mill End-to-End Series - Mill Coolants and Lubrication Systems | Aug. 19, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
• Understand the relationship of your mill line and lubrication • Select the best tube mill coolant to increase productivity and lower operating costs • Explore new lubricant technologies |
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| Short Course | Fundamentals of Press Brakes | Aug. 23, 2010 Amada America, Inc. Schaumburg, Ill. |
• Discover the secrets of press brake operations • Learn the math calculations for determining accurate bend deductions • Select the proper forming method and tooling for the material and product • Understand a common language to use industry terms correctly |
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| Short Course | PSMO Prep Course and Exam | Aug. 24, 2010 Amada America, Inc. Schaumburg, Ill. |
• Take the PSMO prep course and exam in one day • Prepare for the test in the morning before taking the exam in the afternoon • Get a refresher course on fabrication fundamentals and learn testing strategies to achieve a passing score |
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| Short Course | Press Brake Safeguarding | Aug. 25, 2010 Amada America, Inc. Schaumburg, Ill. |
• Understand the various types of safety devices specific to the press brake • Learn about the responsibility matrix and the importance of complying to safety standards • Select the appropriate safeguarding device for your machine |
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| FabCast | FabCast: 10 Tooling Laws | Aug. 31, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
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| Conference | Wind Energy Conference: Opportunities for Suppliers | Aug. 31 - Sept. 1, 2010 Kirkwood Community College Cedar Rapids, Iowa |
• Tour of ACCIONA Wind Turbine Generator Assembly Plant • Overview of wind industry and procurement procedures • Technical presentations on fabricating and machining wind turbine components |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Finance for Non-Financial Managers | Sept. 8, 2010 10 AM - Noon CT |
• Learn the definitions for the most used financial terms • Understand the information in a balance sheet and income statement • How costs from manufacturing, engineering and sales are accounted for and how you can influence them |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Toll Processing: Evaluating Costs in Supply Chain Options | Sept. 9, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
• Evaluate supply chain alternatives to manage risks and minimize liabilities • Increase value to customers by optimizing your operation's key efficiencies • Reduce costs and increase profits by assessing total supply chain costs • Build better relationships with both customers and suppliers |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Tube Mill End-to-End Series - Latest Technology in Mill Cutoff Equipment | Sept. 16, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
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| Conference | LaserFab Chicago 2010 | Sept. 21-23, 2010 Mitsubishi Laser/MC Machinery Systems Wood Dale (Chicago), Ill. |
• Presentations and roundtables on advanced laser applications • Tours of Chicago Tube & Iron, LDI Industries, Midland Metal Products, and Ace Metal Crafts • Open houses at Mitsubishi Laser, Mazak Optonics, Amada America, Inc., and Prima Finn-Power |
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| Conference | STAMPING Journal® Forum | Sept. 29-30, 2010 NIU Hoffman Estates Hoffman Estates (Chicago), Ill. |
• Improve productivity and increase your bottom line with dynamic sessions • Integrate all the processes in your stamping operation together to improve the quality of your stamped parts with insights from the Designing Stamped Parts Roundtable • Gain new strategies on how to better engage your people and improve your company cutlure in a peer-facilitated roundtable • Develop potential partnerships with competitors, customers and suppliers during valuable networking events |
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| Conference | Pipe & Tube Pittsburgh 2010: Technology for Profitable Production | Oct. 3-5, 2010 Holiday Inn Pittsburgh Airport Moon Township (Pittsburgh), Pa. |
• 20 presentations and four roundtable discussions featuring updates on seamless and welded tubular product technology and processes • Keynote from FMA's Economist Chris Kuehl and Market Overviews from Preston Pipe and SteelOrbis • Video plant tours of Baosteel, Brass & Copper Company, Drawn Metal Tube Company, Latrobe Steel, and V & M Starr • Dinner/tour event at Old Economy Village • Networking Reception and Tabletop Exhibits |
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| Conference | Coil Processing Workshop & Exhibition | Oct. 4-6, 2010 Hilton NASA Clear Lake Houston, Texas |
• Improve efficiency and optimize your slitting and leveling operations • Gain practical insights on how lasers and other cutting methods can expand your operation and help you to better serve your customers • See diversification at work on a tour of American Strip Steel • Meet and exchange ideas with industry colleagues in the metals processing industry over dinner and a special tour of NASA's Johnson Space Center • Investigate dozens of solutions to your processing problems during the exhibit viewing |
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| Conference | The FABRICATOR® en Español Leadership Summit Conferencia para Ejecutivos de la Industria Metal Mecánica | Oct. 13-14, 2010 Westin San Luis Potosí San Luis Potosí, S.L.P. MÉXICO |
• Interactúe con líderes de la industria para discutir los retos y oportunidades que enfrenta la industria Metal-Mecánica en México • Conozca las estrategias que lo llevarán a incrementar la copetitividad de su compañía en el mercado global • Contacte a clientes y colegas de la industria |
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| Conference | The FABRICATOR® en Español Leadership Summit Conferencia para Ejecutivos de la Industria Metal Mecánica | Oct. 13-14, 2010 Westin San Luis Potosí San Luis Potosí, S.L.P. MEXICO |
• Interact with industry leaders to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing today's metals industry in Mexico • Learn strategies for making your company more competitive in the global marketplace • Connect with customers and colleagues |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Tube Mill End-to-End Series - Bundling and Packaging Systems | Oct. 28, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
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| Conference | Conference at FABTECH | Nov. 2-4, 2010 Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta, Ga. |
• Variety of technical seminars, conferences, professional programs, and practical sessions covering everything from technical to economic, operational, and management issues |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Tube Mill End-to-End Series - What's New in Mill Drive Systems | Nov. 18, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
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| FabCast | FabCast: Tube Mill End-to-End Series - Pipe and Tube Mill Safety and Related Process Problems | Dec. 16, 2010 10-11:30 AM CT |
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| Conference | FMA's 15th Annual Toll Processing Conference | March 2-4, 2011 Disney's Boardwalk Resort Lake Buena Vista, Fla. |
• Don’t miss it! Mark your calendar for next year’s event. |
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| Conference | The FABRICATOR®'s Leadership Summit: 6th Annual Metal Matters | March 2-4, 2011 Disney's Boardwalk Resort Lake Buena Vista, Fla. |
• Focus on business growth and improving operations • Unique format of industry-relevant keynotes, peer-facilitated roundtables, creative workshops, and fun networking • 2011 conference details coming soon! • Check out information from this year's event! |
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| Conference | World Class Roll Forming Workshop | April 19-20, 2011 Mich. |
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| Conference | ALAW Laser Applications Workshop | May 3-5, 2011 Plymouth, Mich. |
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| Conference | Safety Conference 2011 | May 10-11, 2011 Amada America, Inc. Schaumburg (Chicago), Ill. |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Preventive Maintenance | On Demand |
• Identify the benefits of preventive maintenance • Assess wear and tear of machinery and peripherals • Classify who is responsible for which interval check • Compose a corrective action checklist to rectify any damage |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Shearing Basics | On Demand |
• Understand the function of each of the shear components • Setup a shear to make the perfect cut • Safely operate the shear to make quality cuts every time • Use proper gauging to make complete parts |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Inspection & Quality Control | On Demand |
• Follow good quality control practices throughout the entire production process • Build a part according to the customer's specifications • Assess part quality by using common inspection tools |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Fundamentals of Press Brakes | On Demand |
• Use common industry terms correctly • Calculate your own bend deductions • Select the press brake, bending method, and tooling based on the material you're forming and the part you're creating • Determine the correct v-die opening in order to achieve the correct inside radius and avoid part distortion • Maintain a safe working environment |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Steel Buying Fundamentals for Purchasers | On Demand |
• Understand how steel is made and the marketplace so you can purchase the right material • Recognize how you can use the supply base to make better decisions and reduce your costs |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Fundamentals of Tube Mill Operations | On Demand |
• Understand the principles of tube mill operations from start to finish |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Introduction to Tube Bending Operations | On Demand |
• Understand the principles behind bending • Properly use and setup each tool used in the rotary draw bend method • Recognize and correct common bend defects |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Hand & Inspection Tools for Precision Sheet Metal Operators | On Demand |
• Select the best tool for specific tasks • Understand the benefits and limitations of each tool • Confirm inspection tools have been correctly calibrated before using • Inspect finished parts for conformance to desired specifications |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Blueprint Reading & Part Layout | On Demand |
• Identify dimensions, tolerancing information, materials list, and engineering notes on a blueprint • Use a blueprint to build a part to the customer's specifications |
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| e-Fab | e-Fab: Math Calculations for Sheet Metal Fabrication | On Demand |
• Check your math skills by completing practice problems • Determine the number of parts that can be made out of a piece of metal using area and perimeter • Find the missing angle of a triangle using basic trigonometry |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Practical Lean Tools: Beyond 5S | On Demand Archive Date: Nov. 6, 2009 |
• Improve your bottom line by eliminating the waste in your operation • Move beyond 5S by utilizing other important practical lean tools |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Practical Lean Enablers: Sustaining 5S | On Demand Archive Date: Oct. 22, 2009 |
• Start and sustain a solid 5S process using continuous improvement |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Leveling Flat Rolled Materials for Operators | On Demand Archive Date: Oct. 14, 2009 |
• Improve flatness in your coil processing operations • Recognize the root cause of various shape defects and how to improve them • Understand the different equipment options available today |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: End Forming Stainless Steel Tube | On Demand Archive Date: Oct. 8, 2009 |
• Gain tips and tricks to end form your stainless steel tubes |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Advantages of Laser Based Profile Inspection for Roll Formers | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 30, 2009 |
• Learn what laser based profile measurement is • Save time and money over conventional inspection methods while being more reliable |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: SJ Virtual Forum #3 - Product & Technology Innovations | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 29, 2009 |
• Investigate how new selections in lubricants can improve part quality and help the environment • Efficiently stamp and form AHSS materials using new tooling materials |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: SJ Virtual Forum #2 - Tool & Die Solutions | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 22, 2009 |
• Keep your dies in working order by utilizing die protection • Improve tooling quality by following 10 tooling laws • Select your tool steel for the process |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: SJ Virtual Forum #1 - Stamping Solutions | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 15, 2009 |
• Integrate your stamping operation with new software • Retrofit your stamping press for transfer operations • Find cost-effective ways to troubleshoot problem parts |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Finding and Measuring Waste and its Effects: The Value Stream Map | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 10, 2009 |
• Learn how to identify waste in your operation • Utilize such tools as Value Stream Maps, simulations, and perform your pre-lean assessment |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Forming Stainless Steel Tube | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 10, 2009 |
• Produce quality bends in your tube and pipe |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Lasers 101 | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 27, 2009 |
• Understand what a laser is and how it works • Recognize the different types of lasers and machines available |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Metal Folding and Panel Bending: Is it a Break Away from Press Brakes? | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 25, 2009 |
• Explore metal folding and panel bending as another alternative to press brakes |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Free Money for Training | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 25, 2009 |
• Utilize government funds to pay for training |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Fabrinomics - Business Growth Opportunites for Fabricators | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 20, 2009 |
• Learn what growth opportunities are available for fabricators in the alternative energy, medical, and transportation industries |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: The Basics of Waste, Flow, and Variation | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 13, 2009 |
• Streamline flow and cut waste • Begin to understand the impact waste can have on your operation • Learn basic tools you can use to eliminate waste |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Stainless Steel Tube Cut-to-Length II | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 13, 2009 |
• Understand automated laser tube cutting |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: What Your Trainers Aren't Teaching You About Press Brakes | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 11, 2009 |
• Develop a basic understanding of press brakes |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Stainless Steel Tube Cut-to-Length I | On Demand Archive Date: July 9, 2009 |
• Develop an understanding of the complete cut-to-length process |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Developing an Effective Continuous Improvement Program | On Demand Archive Date: June 25, 2009 |
• Develop an effective Continuous Improvement program |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Shape Control of Flat Rolled Metals | On Demand Archive Date: June 17, 2009 |
• Learn the theory behind leveling |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Manufacturing of Stainless Steel Tube | On Demand Archive Date: June 11, 2009 |
• In-depth study of the processes of a tube mill |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Anatomy of a Wind Turbine | On Demand Archive Date: May 27, 2009 |
• Explore the fabricator's role in supplying wind energy components to major OEMs |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Driving Up Productivity - Financial and Non-Financial Incentives | On Demand Archive Date: April 29, 2009 |
• Improve employee engagement using financial and non-financial incentives |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Plate Cutting with Lasers | On Demand Archive Date: March 12, 2009 |
• Learn how to effectively use lasers to cut thick plate |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Cash is King | On Demand Archive Date: March 11, 2009 |
• Recognize the importance of cash flow, cash management, and cash improvement for your bottom line |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Roll Form Basics | On Demand Archive Date: March 11, 2009 |
• Improve your general knowledge of roll forming and roll form product design |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Finance for Non-Financial Managers | On Demand Archive Date: March 4, 2009 |
• Improve your bottom line by understanding basic financial terms |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Fundamentals of Stamping Presses | On Demand Archive Date: Jan. 23, 2009 |
• Understand how the stamping press works |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: The Incredible Power of Lean - Real Improvement in Real Life | On Demand Archive Date: Jan. 22, 2009 |
• Learn how to adapt traditional lean elements for your unique company |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Robotic Vision Technology | On Demand Archive Date: Oct. 23, 2008 |
• Learn how robotic vision technology can help improve your operation |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Machine Safeguarding of Fabrication Equipment | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 11, 2009 |
• keep your employees safe and injury free • Develop an effective model that will ensure that you successfully safeguard all of your equipment • Understand the future trends in standards and regulations |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Best Practices in Part Nesting | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 20, 2008 |
• Learn how nesting software can improve your oxyfuel, plasma, laser, waterjet, and turret punch operations • Understand what to look for in nesting software and how to integrate into your system • Learn how to develop parts using your software |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: 10 Steps to Increase Cash Flow | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 8, 2008 |
• Master a simple 10 step process that will enable you to increase your cash flow and grow your bottom line • Improve your invoicing • Strengthen your customer relations |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Bringing Lean Manufacturing to Your Press Brakes by Design | On Demand Archive Date: July 16, 2008 |
• Learn how to engineer parts from flat blanks of different gauges for a single die set |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Laser Safety | On Demand Archive Date: June 18, 2008 |
• Develop a plan for minimizing the hazards that come from using lasers for material processing |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Automation & Its Cost Justifications | On Demand Archive Date: May 6, 2008 |
• Learn how to use robotics to better utilize your employees |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Sustaining Lean Manufacturing | On Demand Archive Date: Dec. 12, 2007 |
• Gain essential tips for sustaining lean manufacturing |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Understanding Air Forming and It's Effects on Design | On Demand Archive Date: July 18, 2007 |
• Understand the air forming process |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Practical Lean Accounting: A Proven System for Measuring and Managing the Lean Enterprise | On Demand Archive Date: July 13, 2007 |
• Understand ten basic mistakes of accounting and performance measuring • Learn the fundamentals of Lean accounting practices and performance measurement • Apply Lean performance measures and accounting practices |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: The Global Economy - A Focus on China | On Demand Archive Date: June 20, 2007 |
• Understand the influence China has on the Global Economy |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Lean Above the Shop Floor | On Demand Archive Date: May 4, 2007 |
• Apply lean principles to your office |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Plasma Cutting Techniques | On Demand Archive Date: March 30, 2007 |
• Understand the capabilities and imitations of plasma cutting techology |
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| Short Course | FabCast Archive: Laser Cutting Techniques | On Demand Archive Date: March 21, 2007 |
• Understand the capabilities and limitations of laser cutting technology • Recognize the differences between available laser cutting technologies |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Practical Lean for the Job Shop Leader | On Demand Archive Date: Jan. 19, 2007 |
• The basics of Practical Lean for fabricators |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Equipment Acquisitions - A Focus on Leasing | On Demand Archive Date: Nov. 15, 2006 |
• Determine whether you should buy or lease equipment |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Cutting Technology Comparisons - Waterjets | On Demand Archive Date: Oct. 17, 2006 |
• understand how waterjets compare to other cutting technology |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Your Future Workforce | On Demand Archive Date: Sept. 21, 2006 |
• What workers of the future will demand from their employees' basic education skills • Addressing the needs of a work force that is diverse not just in ethnicity, gender, and age but also in the area of career expectations |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Good Quoting and Cost Estimating Practices | On Demand Archive Date: Aug. 2, 2006 |
• Develop accurate quotes in a timely manner • Estimate the cost of a job based on materials, labor, and time to complete the job |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Ready, Set, Win! Maximizing Shareholder Value | On Demand Archive Date: June 29, 2006 |
• Importance of strategic planning for both short-term and long term return • Operational aspects that drive business value, including management, competitive management, customers, process improvement, and product strategy • Financial considerations that drive business value, including data, forecasts, assets, cash flow, and tax matters |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Practical Lean - Managing Practical Lean (Part 3) | On Demand Archive Date: June 14, 2006 |
• Lean management and leadership • Organizing the Practical Lean initiative |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Practical Lean - Elements for Fabricators (Part 2) | On Demand Archive Date: May 3, 2006 |
• Getting started with Practical Lean |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Practical Lean - The Basics (Part 1) | On Demand Archive Date: April 5, 2006 |
• Cut waste and optimize production in your operation |
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| FabCast | FabCast Archive: Maximizing Your R&D Tax Credits | On Demand Archive Date: Feb. 22, 2006 |
• Understand the R&D Tax Credit • What you need to do to use the R&D Tax Credit |
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