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METALfab 2010

Convention Guide

The Worlds Largest Ornamental

Iron Education Expo & Exchange

Come join us for

Tulsa, Oklahoma March 36, 2010


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Schedule for METALfab 2010

Wednesday, March 3

6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Welcome Reception/First Time

Attendee Orientation

Thursday, March 4

7:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. Opening Breakfast and Annual

Membership Business Meeting w/ Keynote

9:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Education Sessions

RunninganOrnamentalIronBusiness

ActivityBasedCosting

UsingCADasaManagementandSalesTool

SolidModeling

Paint Finishes and Patinas Hands-on class**


RunninganOrnamentalIronBusinessCustomerRelationshipManagement

UsingCADToCreateDemos/ShopDrawings

Stair/RailMeasuringandLayout

Air Hammer Tech & Forging Hands-on class**

11:45 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Lunch on your own

2:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Education Sessions

WhatisYourBusinessWorth?

GuardandHandRailEngineering101

Use/InstallCableRailSystems

PlasticineClayMetal Fold Forming Hands-on class**


SuccessionPlanning

ADAAccessRamps

Use/InstallGlassRailSystems

PlasticineClay


5:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Expo Opening Top Job Voting

Friday, March 5

8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Expo Open Top Job Voting


BluePrintReadingandPlanTake-Offs

Use/InstallCableRailSystems

VideoShopTours,Group1

Paint Finished and Patinas Hands-on class**


SuccessionPlanning

Use/InstallGlassRailSystems

HarnessNOMMAsOnlineTools



Stair/RailMeasuringandLayout

StressManagement

TechnologyToolsoftheField

Metal Fold Forming Hands-on class**

12:00 p.m. 12:55 p.m. Lunch with the exhibitors


CodeUpdatewithTechAffairsCommittee

GuardandHandRailEngineering101

HarnessNOMMAsOnlineTools


2:30 p.m. 3:45 p.m. Education SessionsProjectEstimatingforRailings

CoreDrillingandAnchorAttachments

VideoShopTours,Group2

Metal Fold Forming Hands-on class **

4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Top Job Jamboree

7:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Theme Dinner

Saturday, March 6

9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Shop Tours

6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Awards Banquet


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Activity Based CostingUnderstanding Your

Shops True Cost StructureDave Lechleitner, Exact-Job Boss SoftwareSetting up your ERP system to correctly capture and allocatecosts to jobs can be a daunting task. Join the experts in a no-

nonsense session to discuss how the costing methodology em-ployed by most shops falls short and does not accurately reflectthe true cost of doing business. In this session, you will learnhow to correctly allocate costs to jobs in the shop and how toset up your ERP system to correctly apply overhead costs tojobs. At the end of the session, you will understand how a shopadopting ABC will avoid costing and pricing mistakes that can

cost a business profit that can never be recovered.

Using CAD as a Management and Sales ToolDave Filippi, FabCAD Inc.This class demonstrates how computer aided design (CAD)

software can increase sales, production, and managementsproductivity. Topics range from creating true life demo draw-

ings to installation simulations.

Using CAD to Create Ornamental Demo

and Shop DrawingsDave Filippi, FabCAD Inc.This is a demonstration of how CAD software can create eye-catching demonstration drawings and accurate shop drawings.Using digital prototyping, attendees will see how to place thefabricated item on a picture of the customers house. Also,there will be a demonstration of simulating a gate installation

to reduce field time, as well as a discussion of what productsand add-ons are available to help new users to start drawingwork minutes after installing the program.

Solid ModelingIf you wonder how solid modeling CAD software can be usedfor design, this class is for you. Stairs, rails, fences, mechanicaldevices and sculptures are just a few of the projects where solidmodeling (3D CAD) can help.

Stress ManagementWill Keeler, Keeler Iron Works

Managing stress is all about taking charge: Taking charge ofyour thoughts, your emotions, your schedule, your environ-ment, and the way you deal with problems. This class will helpyou attain your ultimate goal: A balanced life, with time forwork, relationships, relaxation, and fun plus the resilience tohold up under pressure and meet challenges head on.

Code UpdateGreg Terrill, Division 5 Metalworks; Rick Ralston, Feeney Archi-

tectural Products; Todd Daniel, NOMMA StaffReceive an update from NOMMAs Code Advisory Coun-cil. Attendees will also receive a briefing on the latest news

and projects of the Technical Affairs Division, such as the

NAAMM-NOMMA Metal Stair & Railing Manual. In addi-tion, this session provides an opportunity to get answers to allyour code related questions.

Technology Tools of the Field

Mark OMalley, OMalley Welding and FabricatingBy combining tools you may already own, Mark will share how

his shop is using technology to improve accuracy in the fieldto produce quicker, more accurate layouts and build it rightthe first time. Field installation techniques will be discussed aswell.

Guard & Handrail (Railing) Engineering 101David York, York Metal Fabricators Inc.This class covers the basics of how to calculate basic engineer-ing for design, materials, attachments, and mountings. Thissession will also provide formulas and examples.

Video Shop Tours and Shop LayoutJames Minter, Imagine Ironworks, Video Shop Tour CoordinatorA multimedia tour of member shops with emphasis on

managing workflow from materials delivery to getting the jobout the door. This session provides great ideas that you canincorporate in your shop.

Running an Ornamental Iron BusinessBreck Nelson and Joel Hoerr, Kelley Ornamental IronWhat insurances do you need? LLC or S-Corp? Leasing equip-

ment vs. purchase? These and so many more questions will be

answered from shop owners who have been there and expe-rienced much of the same pains in starting and running anornamental iron shop.

Use/Install Cable Railing SystemsTom Zuzik, Artistic Railings Inc.This session covers product availability, structural concerns,how to estimate and quote, and code issues, as well as installa-tion and fabrication.

Use/Install Glass Rail SystemsSteve Engebregsten, The Wagner Companies

This session focuses on wet glaze, dry glaze, glass infill, codeissues, structural concerns, and base attachment.

ADA Access RampsTony Leto, The Wagner CompaniesFrom design to materials and placement, this class covers allthe points of working on ADA access ramps.

Core Drilling vs. Anchor AttachmentsFind out what you need to know about grouts, anchors, andepoxies. This class will also cover drilling equipment and at-taching posts in to exterior concrete, block, brick, stone, paver

blocks, granite, and many other masonry mountings. We will

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deal with weather conditions, seasonal installation, and covermultiple manufacturers products.

Harness NOMMAs Online ToolsTodd Daniel, NOMMA Staff

Receive a tour of NOMMAs brand new Members Only area.Learn about our forums, knowledge repository, blogs, List-

Servs, and more. Well even teach you how to Twitter!

Stair/Rail Measuring and LayoutJR Molina, Big D MetalworksField measuring on any stair job can be difficult. There is morethan one way to measure straight and curved stairs, and thisclass will cover different options. Many out-of-town jobs have

to be measured and brought back to the shop for fabrication,which can create challenges for the staff at the shop to under-stand the measurements. This session will help you fool-proof

the process.

Succession PlanningCurt Witter, Big D MetalworksThe process of determining critical roles within the company,identifying and assessing possible successors, and providingthem with the appropriate skills and experience for presentand future opportunities is critical to the business owners exitstrategy. During this class you will learn the important stepsto succession planning, which include these important steps:Recruitment and staffing, training and development, and per-formance and compensation management.

Plasticine ClayBring your wooden mallet, plasticine clay, and learn basic forg-ing and design principles. The clay is ideal for learning basicdesign and forging techniques.

Customer Relationship Management &

The Importance of Customer LoyaltyDave Lechleitner, Exact-Job Boss SoftwareUnderstanding your customer is the key to surviving in thecurrent business climate. But, many small manufacturers mis-takenly believe that if the customer is satisfied they will order

again. In todays climate of heavy price competitiveness andcut-throat competition, service to the customer and activitiesto build customer loyalty is the only way to ensure that yourcustomer will come back to you again. Come to this session tounderstand how Customer Relationship Management (CRM)has to move beyond just logging your customers last contactwith you to building an entire culture that is customer-centricand putting systems in place to ensure that happens.

Blueprint Reading and Plan Take-OffsMark Koenke, Germantown Iron and Steel Corp.This class will help companies understand what they are look-

ing at and what to look for, such as potential shortfalls. It also

includes construction spec reading and CSI numbering. Anopen discussion will follow.

Project Estimating for Railings

(Guards and Handrails)

Tom Zuzik, Artistic Railings Inc.This class looks at pricing by the foot and explain the pitfallsof using this method. For example, should a 20-foot straightpiece of railing on a concrete platform core drilled be pricedthe same as five pieces of railing on steps 4-foot long each? Thegoal of this class is to show how by the foot pricing compareswith time and material.

What is Your Business Worth?This class looks at business valuation, brokers, standard ap-praising, analyzing the financials, and what is included in thevalue of your business. Who should you hire to do this? Who

can you go to for help?

Shop ToursSaturday will be an amazing day of tours and exciting demos.Shop tour visits include Wiemann Metalcraft, Airgas, Iron D-cor, and American Precision Prototyping. Check the NOMMAwebsite (www.nomma.org/metalfab) for shop tour updates.

Hands-on Classes

for METALfab 2010Hands-on classes require a full or one-day registration and anadditional ticket (fee) $20 for each class (maximum of fourtickets per registrant). The hands-on classes will be availableon a first come, first served basis with a limit of 50 people perclass, so register early! Transportation to these off-site classeswill be provided by shuttle bus, which is included in the $20

ticket fee. Registrants for the hands-on classes are asked tobring their own protective eye wear and earplugs.

Paint Finishes and PatinasDavid Wareham, Gilders PasteCreating a patina is both a science and an art. In this session

youll learn how to use chemicals to create a wide variety offinishes and textures. Discover how temperature and humidityboth play a role in the final effect. The class will also cover theuse of pigments and surface pre-treatments to create an evenwider variety of coloration.

Air Hammer Tech & ForgingWiemann MetalcraftLearn the basics of free-hand forging using the air hammerand dies. This session will review various forging techniquesand show you how to create simple elements, such as speartips. The class will also cover tips for efficiency and improving

speed.

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the 60s, 70s, and some 80s, along with some home grown R&B.While listening to the fabulous music of the Wrought IronRockers, enjoy the delicious food and an opportunity to bid onoutstanding auction items. The silent and live auctions will beheld during this event. Be sure to bring your wallet so you can

take home some of the wonderful items donated to benefit the

NOMMA Education Foundation.

Saturday, March 6

Annual Awards Banquet6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The final event is the Annual Awards Banquet. During thisspecial time the new officers and directors are installed, specialrecognition is given to outstanding NOMMA members, andthe Ernest Wiemann Top Job Awards winners are announced.

The grand finale of the evening is the awarding of the MitchHeitler Award for Excellence, which is the top award chosen

from the gold award winners.

Top Job CompetitionThe annual Ernest Wiemann Top Job Contest provides energyand excitement throughout convention week. During gallery

hours, NOMMA member companies will be given the oppor-tunity to vote on their top three choices in 16 categories. Oncevoting ends the action continues during the Top Job Jamboree,where images are flashed on a screen and entrants describetheir outstanding work. On Saturday, the excitement is in theair as the contest winners are announced during the AwardsBanquet. The grand finale is the presentation of the MitchHeitler Award for Excellence, which is given to one gold awardwinner that shows exceptional craftsmanship.

Photo credits: Main image on cover and the Tulsa images on page2 are courtesy of the Tulsa Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Hotel

Marriott

Southern Hills1902 East 71st St.Tulsa, OK 74136

Room rate: $99 plus applicable state and local taxes. Tomake reservations at the Tulsa Marriott Southern Hills for

the 2010 Convention, call (866) 530-3760, and request theconference rate for National Ornamental & MiscellaneousMetals Association. The rate for the conference is $99.00per night plus applicable state and local taxes. If you wishto register online go to www.nomma.org/metalfab for thelink to the hotel. Hotel registration deadline: February

9, 2010.

Metal Fold FormingFold forming is a system of metal forming developed between1980 and the present, which is the concrete result of a concep-tual approach to metalsmithing that emphasizes forming usingthe metals characteristics. It is about following what the metallikes to do. Rather than forcing form upon the material formsare to some extent derived from the natural tendencies of theplasticity, ductility and elasticity of the metal.

Special Events

for METALfab 2010

Wednesday, March 3

Welcome Reception/First Time

Attendee Orientation

6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.This event is a great way to kick off the week. Enjoy great foodand beverage while visiting with friends and making new ac-quaintances. The reception will also include an orientation for

first time attendees.

Thursday, March 4

Opening Breakfast

& Annual Membership Business Meeting7:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m.

Join us for a delicious continental breakfast. This is the mem-

berships opportunity to participate in the annual member-ship business meeting where officers and directors are elected,committee reports are submitted, and special recognitionsare given. Also, as a special treat for attendees, past presidentBreck Nelson will be the keynote speaker.

Expo Grand Opening & Reception5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

This is your first opportunity to visit with the exhibitors at theexpo while learning more about the products and services. Goto www.nomma.org/metalfab for a list of the exhibitors at the2010 Expo.

Friday, March 5

Expo Open All Day/Lunch on the Show Floor8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

On Friday, you will get to visit with exhibitors from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. and enjoy lunch. There will also be demos in the machin-

ery tent outside the hotel front entrance.

Theme Dinner/NEF Auction Get Your

Kicks on Route 667:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Join the Wrought Iron Rockers, featuring blues harp legend

George Bandarra for an exciting evening of classic hits from

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METALfab 2010 Convention & Expo Registration FormMarriott Southern Hills Tulsa, OK March 3 6, 2010Register for METALfab 2010 in four easy steps. Please fill out a separate form for each person attending, except for guest or optional event tickets thaare for a Spouse registrant. See the Convention Guide or www.nomma.org/metalfab for course and event descriptions.After February 19, 2010, all registration fees will increase by $100.00 so send in your form early!

Step 1: Registration Options choose your registration type$350 NOMMA MemberFullRegistration (Includes all scheduled events except hands on classes**.)

$550 Non-Member Full Registration - (Includes all scheduled events except hands on classes**.). Metal Museum Members may take a $55.00 (10%) discount off the non-member registration rate for a total of $495.00.

$185 NOMMA Member One DayRegistration - (Includes all scheduled events for selected day except hands on classes**.)

Thursday, March 4 Friday, March 5 Saturday, March 6$385 Non-Member One Day Registration - (Includes all scheduled events for selected day except hands on classes**.)

Thursday, March 4 Friday, March 5 Saturday, March 6

Hands-on Class** Registration a hands-on class** ticket may be purchased in conjunction with a full or one dayregistration. They may not be purchased separately. Transportation will be provided to the class from the hotel. There is

a limit of 4 classes per full or one-day registrant for an additional charge of $20 per class. Please register early thereare 50 spaces in each class each day. Hands on class** registration will not be available on line.

Paint Finishes and Patinas** Thursday, 3/4 $20, 9:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Friday, 3/5 $20, 8:00 a.m. 9:15 a.m.

Air Hammer Tech & Forging** Thursday, 3/4 $20, 10:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Friday, 3/5, $20, 9:20a.m 10:35 a.m.

Metal Fold Forming** Thursday, 3/4 $20, 2:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. Friday, 3/5 $20, 10:40 a.m. 11:55 a.m.Air Hammer Tech & Forging** Thursday, 3/4 $20, 3:30 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Friday, 3/5 $20, 1:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m.Metal Fold Forming** Friday, 3/5 $20, 2:30 p.m. 3:45 p.m.

Spouse Registration attendees accompanying a full, or one day registrant who is purchasing spouse or guest tickets. There isno charge for this registration except for the price of the tickets. The Recognition Breakfast, Theme Dinner, Shop Tours and theAwards Banquet are included in Full, Additional, and appropriate One Day registrations. We do not offer a childrens rate for theseevents. Please provide a name so that we can prepare a badge in advance.

$35 Welcome Reception (3/3/10) Name for badge____________________________________ $25 Opening Breakfast (3/4/10) Name for badge____________________________________

$55 Theme Dinner (3/5/10) Name for badge____________________________________

$45 Awards Banquet (3/6/10) Name for badge____________________________________

$45 Shop Tours (3/6/10) Name for badge____________________________________Step 2: Payment Method select payment type

Check (payable to NOMMA in U.S. dollars on U.S. bank) Check #_____________American Express MasterCard VISA DiscoverCard #________________________________________________________Exp. Date__________________Name on card__________________________________________________Card CVV_________________Signature_______________________________________________________________________________

Please fill out a separate form for each full or one day registrant duplicate as needed. Continue on back


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Step 3: Tell Us About Yourself

Name:________________________________________________________ Please check the appropriate ribbons

for inclusion in your registration packet:Company ______________________________________________________________ New Member

First Time AttendeeAddress:_______________________________________________________________ Fabricator Member

NW Supplier MemberCity: __________________________________________________________________ Regional Supplier Membe

Local Supplier MemberState: __________Zip:_________________Country:____________________________ Affiliate Member

Committee ChairEmail:___________________________________________________________ Committee Member

Chapter President

Phone:_____________________________Fax:__________________________ Chapter Member NEF Contributor Gold Member-20+ years

On-site Emergency Contact Number:_________________________________________ Past President BODOfficer

Person to contact in case of emergency:________________________________ NEF TrusteeOfficer Speaker/Presenter

Step 4: Attendee Profile- tell us about your business

This portion of the registration must be completed for processing. Check here if you are not involved in the business.If you are not involved in the business this is all of the information needed. Thank you.List three (3) products you hope to purchase from contacts at METALfab 2010:

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

1)Primary type of business: 2) Annual Gross Sales: 3) Your role in purchasing 4) Job descrip Fabricator Below $1 million Final Say Owner General Supplier $1 - $2.5 million Recommend Manager/Foreman Contractor $2.5 - $5 million Specify Other____________Other_________________ Over $5 million

Additional Information

Registration Registrants will be able to pick up their packets at the registration desk in the lobby of the Marriott Southern Hills.

Cancellations If received in writing prior to February 26, 2010, we will be happy to refund your registration fee less a 15%administrative fee. Understandably fees cannot be refunded for registrations cancelled after that date. Registrations are

nontransferable without the written permission of NOMMA.Cameras Photography and videotaping are not permitted on the show floor, education sessions, or Top Job Gallery.Emergency Contact We would like to have a phone number and name of a contact in case of an emergency. This person would bcontacted only in the event that you were unable to contact them yourself.

Return to: Questions?

METALfab 2010 Call (888)516-8585 extension 101 or email [email protected].

805 South Glynn St., Ste. 127, # 311 For updated informationgo to www.nomma.org/metalfab

Fayetteville, GA 30214 Online Registration is available on the NOMMA website Fax: (888) 516-8585 www.nomma.org.

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