For fabrication shops, equipment performance is measured by more than speed. It also comes down to how quickly production can recover when something unexpected happens. At General Sheet Metal & Mechanical (GSM), keeping production moving is a priority. According to President Sean Keehn, that requires a machinery partner who can respond quickly, reduce downtime, and… Read more

General Sheet Metal & Mechanical (GSM) has earned a reputation as one of the Washington D.C. metropolitan area’s leading sheet metal contractors. Processing approximately 3.5 million pounds of sheet metal annually while serving markets that include data centers, casinos, commercial tenants, and other large-scale projects, the company has experienced sustained growth that continues to accelerate.… Read more

What happens after equipment is delivered? For many organizations, that’s when the real challenges begin. The Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation (SMART) Local 100 Training Center is responsible for preparing apprentices to work with modern sheet metal machinery in real-world environments. That responsibility goes beyond simply having access to the latest equipment. It requires… Read more

Training the next generation of sheet metal fabrication workers requires direct exposure to the tools and processes used in today’s fabrication shops. At the Sheet Metal Air Rail & Transportation (SMART) Local 100 Training Center in Suitland, Maryland, that responsibility is embedded in a five-year apprenticeship program that blends classroom instruction with jobsite experience. Apprentices… Read more

For Metro Test & Balance, keeping fabrication operations running efficiently demands more than reliable equipment. It requires a sheet metal fabrication partner that understands manufacturing realities and stands behind every machine. According to James Noto, vice president of Metro Test & Balance, that level of service and support is exactly what his team has found… Read more

Metro Test & Balance has been making, selling, and installing ductwork in the Washington, D.C. market since 1992, supporting projects across the region while also operating dedicated testing and balancing divisions. As vice president of operations, James Noto oversees every system that turns raw sheet metal into installed ductwork — and every hour those systems… Read more

At Metro Air, precision in fabrication drives every project, from warehouses and hospitals to laboratories and educational facilities. The company’s work in ductwork manufacturing and installation depends on reliable machinery and trusted service partners who understand the demands of a mechanical systems environment. For Jared Bechard, director of virtual design and construction (VDC) and manufacturing,… Read more

Expanding sheet metal fabrication capabilities requires more than new equipment purchases or added floor space. It demands the right partner to ensure every machine delivers measurable performance and long-term value. For Metro Air, a full-service mechanical contractor serving the Kansas City market since 1970, that partner has been 1987 Machinery. Under the direction of Jared… Read more

The process of selecting fabrication equipment isn’t just about specs, cost, or even brand recognition. For HVAC sheet metal shops like Kogok Corporation, the right machine is the one that saves time, eliminates bottlenecks, improves welding prep, and is backed by support that’s responsive when it matters most. Founded in 1995, Kogok Corporation manufactures and… Read more