Formtek is thrilled to share some exciting news! As part of our commitment to keeping you at the forefront of industry trends and innovation, we're delighted to announce that Brian Rodgers, Senior Application Sales Engineer and one of the leading minds at Formtek, will be speaking at the upcoming Fabricators & Manufacturers Association's (FMA) World-Class Roll Forming Workshop 2024!
Brian Rodgers is renowned in the field of roll forming for his expertise, vision, and dedication to advancing manufacturing technologies. His contributions have consistently pushed the boundaries of what's possible in the industry, and we couldn't be more excited to have him share his insights with attendees at this prestigious event.
During his presentation, Brian will delve into the latest advancements in roll forming techniques, providing invaluable insights that are sure to inspire and inform. From material innovations to process optimization strategies, attendees can anticipate a deep dive into the tools and methodologies shaping the future of fabrication.
If you are interested in learning the ins and outs of roll tooling installation, this is the session for you. Brian will share his knowledge about standards for proper roll tooling installation and setting up lines to ensure product quality and process efficiency. The proper tooling setup is essential for the success of any roll forming operation. A good tooling setup is repeatable and can be easily adjusted as necessary. Learn how to evaluate a setup, make necessary tooling adjustments, and document your setup so it can be easily repeated in the future.
Catch his presentation “Roll Forming Tooling Installation” on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 1:50 PM – 2:35 PM.
For our valued customers, this is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge from a true industry expert. By attending Brian's session, you'll not only stay abreast of the latest trends but also gain practical insights that can be applied to your own manufacturing processes, driving efficiency, quality, and innovation within your operations.
FMA's World-Class Roll Forming Workshop 2024 is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about manufacturing excellence. With Brian Rodgers among the distinguished speakers, it's an event you won't want to miss. The World-Class Roll Forming Workshop takes place in Louisville, KY, from June 5-6, 2024.
If you're as excited as we are about Brian's participation in this prestigious event, we encourage you to register now to secure your spot. Don't miss this chance to connect with fellow industry professionals, learn from the best, and be at the forefront of roll forming innovation as well. For more information and to register, visit FMA's official event page.
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The World-Class Roll Forming Workshop will also feature the ever-popular Roll Forming Jeopardy game, hosted and developed by Formtek’s Paul Williams, for attendees to test their knowledge about all things roll forming. Catch the reception and the game on Wednesday at 5:15 PM – 7:15 PM. During the reception, attendees will play a full round of Jeopardy with workshop speakers acting as judges to validate answers. The crowd gets in on the fun by throwing hints to players that need them. This is where bragging rights are won! The game has grown in popularity over the years and is always fun.
We're incredibly proud to have Brian Rodgers represent Formtek at FMA's World-Class Roll Forming Workshop 2024. His participation underscores our shared commitment to innovation, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in manufacturing. For more details and registration information about World-Class Roll Forming Workshop 2024, visit the official event website. We look forward to seeing you there!
Brian began his experience as a roll form operator and realized he had a great interest in roll form methodology and entered an apprenticeship program to learn troubleshooting and department leadership. During the apprenticeship, his duties included new tooling tryout, troubleshooting of roll form processes, set up, and leadership. Brian became a supervisor with duties including scheduling and troubleshooting of 22 roll mill lines, 25 operators, and set up personnel. He then expanded into tool engineering where he focused on new tooling and continuous improvement projects. Additional duties included new tooling and equipment buy offs.
Today, Brian is a Sr. Applications Engineer, where his experience helps create solutions for Formtek customers in the industry of roll forming through equipment and tooling. Brian is a member and past Chair of FMA’s Roll Forming Council.
Attend the only completely comprehensive roll forming conference the industry has to offer on June 5-6, 2024 in Louisville, KY! This comprehensive roll forming conference offers 15 workshops presented by industry experts covering every aspect of the industry – from equipment, tooling, lubrication, safety, automation, and more. A networking reception featuring the popular Roll Forming Jeopardy tradition, a tour of voestalpine Roll Forming Corp Jeffersonville, and an exciting optional event at Churchill Downs makes this a conference you don’t want to miss.
The Fabricators and Manufacturers Association, International (FMA) is a professional organization with more than 2,500 individual and company members working together to improve the metal processing, forming, and fabricating industry. Membership spans the United States, Canada and Mexico, and reaches into more than 30 other countries.
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.