MetalForming LLC
Deciding the next step for your metal shop
By Emma Peterson. Looking to expand your business’s metal fabrication capabilities? Industry experts share their thoughts on how to invest wisely. Metal roofing and building materials have been on the rise and they’re definitely here to stay. As the popularity of metal in the construction industry has risen, there ...
The MetalForming advantage
By Emma Peterson. Learn how MetalForming’s unique position between customer and supplier advances the industry. Integrating innovative tools and practices can save you both time and money in the long run, but the implementation process can have its own challenges. In this MetalTalk™ webinar, Karen Edwards speaks with Chad Rowe, ...
Futuristic folding
By Emma Peterson. Check out this live demonstration of the Schröder PowerBend Multi. A great part of attending trade shows and conventions like the International Roofing Expo (IRE) is getting to do hands-on learning. This can be facilitated in continuing education spaces but is also fostered on the trade floor ...
So, you are going to add metal to your offering
MCS Influencer Ken McLauchlan says there are some important discussions to have when looking to get into the metal industry. What market segments are you wanting to go into? Residential (interior/exterior) (walls/roofs) Commercial (light duty/negotiated or specified) Agricultural (location/accessibility/regional) What is driving the additional offering? What are the products you are buying currently (trims/panels for roof ...
The power of a profile manipulator
By Emma Peterson. Improve safety and efficiency with the right tool, and the training to back it up. In this MetalTalk™, Karen Edwards spoke to Chad Rowe, Ken McLauchlan and Stephen Gosk from MetalForming about 2024 fabrication technology. One of the major pieces of machinery they discussed was profile ...
LIVE from FRSA with MetalForming - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Chad Rowe of MetalForming. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Intro: Hello everyone, and welcome back. My name's Karen Edwards, and I am coming to you with Chad from Metal Forming, live from the ...
LIVE from FRSA with MetalForming - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Ken McLaughlin of MetalForming. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Intro: Hey, we are back on the sound stage live from the FRSA show sponsored by Beacon as our sound stage. And I'm so ...
Revolutionize your metal bending with Schechtl and MetalForming
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the new tools on the market and the upgrades for your existing machines in 2024. In 2024, while at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), MetalForming introduced the new Schechtl MAX-F machine. This machine brings some unique and powerful new features to the market. Chad Rowe, ...
Moving into metal manufacturing
By Emma Peterson. Four areas to consider before making the move into sheet metal forming and bending. The metal industry is growing with each day, and it is a lucrative market to jump into. But there are considerations before making the leap, which Ken McLauchlan and Chad Rowe went over ...
Sharpen your tools and upgrade your software
By Emma Peterson. Upgrade your Schechtl Folder with new, cutting-edge features today! MetalForming is the leading distributor of metal folding machines in North America and they have maintained that position by continually improving customer service and mechanical efficiency. Their goals are focused on pushing innovation while maintaining a focus on ...







