Formtek is excited to announce that Paul Williams will join the conference panel and speak at the upcoming METALCON 2022 event happening in October. METALCON will take place in Indianapolis, Indiana from October 12-14, 2022. While at METALCON, attendees will have the opportunity to hear Paul as he speaks as part of the Rollforming for the Metal Construction Industry: Part 2 session. Attendees will benefit greatly from listening to Paul Williams, VP, Business Development, share his insights and experience in roll forming for the metal construction industry.
Paul’s presentation, “Creative Options for Punching/Shearing/Cutoff Challenges in the Metal Building Industry,” will help you understand the different types of punching and cutoff systems required for automating roll forming lines for the metal construction industry. Areas to be covered include punching systems for purlins, studs, joists, corner beads, vertical commercial siding, stationary punching systems with servo-feeds, flying punching systems with electronic measuring, high-speed rotary punching units, cut off systems for roof panels, siding panels, purlins, studs, joists, and more. Topics also include measurement and acceleration methods, pre-shear and post-cutoff systems, and what type of press is best for each application. For more information visit the workshop link.
METALCON attendees can also hear Paul present another topic in this same session: “Advanced Roll Forming of Steel Framing Components.” This presentation will provide insight into the latest advancements in roll forming system technology for the steel framing industry. Discussions will focus on automated equipment changeover for material thickness, cross sectional variations, punched opening locations, and part lengths. Handling of the finished product in high-speed operations will be discussed. Also addressed will be the level of operator training required and the advantages of programmable rotary punching and cutoff systems. Included will be specific examples of these technologies being utilized in the manufacture of steel framing products. For more information visit the workshop link.
Both sessions are part of Roll Forming for the Metal Construction Industry: Part 2, which will be held on Thursday, October 13, 2022 from 8:30AM-12PM.
Don’t miss your chance to hear Formtek’s own industry expert, Paul Williams, share his thoughts and industry experience. If you can’t attend the event, you can connect with Paul before or after the show to discuss your metal forming and fabricating needs through our Contact Us page.
Paul will present these two highly anticipated topics relevant to forming and fabrication industries during the METALCON event. Paul has over 38 years’ experience in the tool and die and roll forming industries as a Toolmaker, Field Service Technician, Die Design Engineer, Sales Application Engineer, Product Line Manager, and currently as the VP, Business Development.
Paul received his schooling from the Tooling and Manufacturing Association in tool and die making and engineering and has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Paul has been with Hill Engineering since 1988 and has been a speaker and conference chairman for FMA, PMA, and SME conferences. With his experience and knowledge, he has also authored several technical articles for leading industry publications. Paul served on the Fabricators and Manufactures Association Board of Directors as an Associate Director during 2013-2014, and is a current member and past chairman of FMA’s Roll Forming and Technology Council.
About METALCON
METALCON is the only global event devoted exclusively to the application of metal in design and industrial, institutional, light commercial, and residential construction. Every year, designers, builders, developers, contractors, fabricators, and suppliers from more than 50 countries attend METALCON where they connect with 300 companies exhibiting the latest products, solutions, services and game-changing technologies. METALCON's dynamic exhibit hall, vibrant atmosphere, and extensive education educational programs contribute to its enduring success.
About Formtek
Formtek is a group of long-established metal forming equipment manufacturing companies, each with a well-known name and a history of providing innovative and reliable equipment to the metal forming and metal processing industries. Dedicated to the highest industry standards and technical accountability to their domestic and international customers, Formtek specialists comprise a well-built team of management, sales engineers, and support staff who pride themselves on being true experts with an in-depth knowledge of all our brands of equipment. With several brands spread across many facilities spanning three continents, as well as a network of dealers covering six continents, Formtek’s expansive network is here to support your metal forming and fabricating equipment needs. The Formtek family of brands includes B&K, Dahlstrom, Hill Engineering, Lockformer Custom Machinery, Tishken, Winpro, and Yoder. For more information, visit our brands page.