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The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
Release Date: 05/25/2022
Mark Butterfield - President of Manufacturing, MX Holdings
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
Welcome to Shape Makers, the podcast series from the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC). AEC represents over 75% of North America's aluminum extrusion production. In this series, we explore key issues affecting extruders, suppliers, and users of aluminum extruded products. Our guest speakers dive into topics like aluminum extrusion Fairtrade cases, industry efforts to attract and retain skilled workers, how extrusion products meet stricter building and energy codes, the increasing use of extrusions in vehicles, and much more. Join Jason Weber from the AEC as he chats with industry...
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Environmental Tool - Extrusion & Decarbonization - Part 1
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
Lynn Brown of the AEC and Shane Tredup of Custom Aluminum discuss decarbonization efforts in the extrusion industry, highlighting the growing demand from customers for information on carbon footprint, scope one, two, and three emissions, and decarbonization plans. Industry tool for aluminum extruders to track carbon emissions. ACC aims to create industry tool for extruders to track carbon footprint and reduce it by 20%. Tool to calculate carbon emissions for extruders, covering multiple products and methodologies. Discover the tool's capabilities, including...
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ET'24 Preview with Rob Nelson of ALMAG Aluminum
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest Rob Nelson Executive Vice President at ALMAG Aluminum. ALMAG ALUMINUM ALMAG’s history began in 1953, when Edward Peacock founded ALMAG Aluminum and Magnesium Ltd. manufacturing decorative door grilles. ALMAG’s first aluminum extrusion press started production in 1959. Mr. Peacock...
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Process Analysis+Optimization - ET'24 In Conjunction Workshop
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
Jason Weber visits with Prof. Lorenzo Donati about the upcoming ET'24 In-Conjunction Workshop on Process Analysis & Optimization 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fee: $595 Instructors: Professors from the Manufacturing Technologies Group at the University of Bologna, Italy Learn how to optimize and analyze the aluminum extrusion process in this one-day intensive course from the experts at the Manufacturing Technologies Group at the University of Bologna in Italy. They have worked extensively with European extruders and die makers to optimize die design, improve welding phenomena in...
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Anodizing Essentials - ET'24 In Conjunction Workshop
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
George Oh & Judy Runge join Jason Weber of the AEC to discuss their upcoming Anodizing Essentials Workshop at this years ET'24 event in Orlando. For more details visit: AAC Anodizing Essentials Class 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fee: $495 AAC members / $895 nonmembers Instructors: AAC member anodizing experts Anodizing Essentials is part of the Aluminum Anodizers Council's (AAC) "School for Anodizers" that teaches more than the fundamentals of anodizing. This one-day class is designed to increase the knowledge and ability of anyone involved in operating an anodizing line....
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ET'24 Preview with Gary Jones
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 57 Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest ET'24 track chair, Gary Jones. Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC, and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committees and groups. Also take a peak into which papers and tracks Bill is the...
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Technical Sessions & Getting the most @ ET'24 with Bill Rogers
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 56 Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest ET'24 track chair, Bill Rogers. Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC, and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committees and groups. Also take a peak into which papers and tracks Bill is the most...
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Jerome Fourmann - Chairman of ET’24
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 55 Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), sits down with our distinguished guest ET'24 chairman, Jerome Fourmann. Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC, and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committees and groups. About Jerome: Jerome Fourmann, Global Technical Director and...
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Brook Hamilton President of Bonnell Aluminum
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
SHAPEMAKERS EPISODE 54 Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC) sits down with our distinguished guest Brook Hamilton – President of Bonnell Aluminum. Listen as they discuss the upcoming ET’24 Seminar, the 75th Anniversary of the AEC and how to maximize your membership benefits by getting involved in AEC committee’s and groups. W. BROOK HAMILTON PRESIDENT Prior...
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Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC)
The Shapemakers by The Aluminum Extruders Council
Welcome back to another riveting episode of SHAPEMAKERS, where we explore the fascinating world of shaping industries and innovations. In this special edition, we are honored to have Jason Weber, the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), as our distinguished guest. Episode Highlights: Introduction to Jason Weber: Dive into the professional journey of Jason Weber, unraveling his role as the VP of Operations and Government Affairs for the Aluminum Extruders Council. Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC): Gain insights into the pivotal work...
info_outlineThe competition for today’s talent has never been more fierce. Young talent graduating and searching for a career are faced with a variety of options and most manufacturing companies are struggling to find ways to attract this needed talent to help them run and grow their business. The aluminum extrusion industry is no exception. Duncan Crowdis, leader of AEC’s Academic Engagement and New Talent Development Team and Shane Tredup of Custom Aluminum Products interview Savanah Kinney, a graduating engineering student with Illinois State University, to explore those seemingly elusive characteristics, both in the type of industry and the type of company, that attract today’s generation of students as they research options to start their career.