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From the Fabricator Podcast for Glass & Glazing Pros

From the Fabricator Podcast for Glass & Glazing Pros
Author: Max Perilstein
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This is the companion podcast to the first ever glass and glazing industry blog- "From the Fabricator"- join Max Perilstein of Sole Source Consultants each month for interviews and details into the most important subjects in the industry.
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Honored to have two industry heavyweights on this time. I start with Devin Bowman of TGP & Allegion. I've known him a long time and admire all he's accomplished. Really insightful run through the various protective spaces and much more. Then industry legend Paul Daniels of FHC joins me. Great to hear about Paul's path, evolutions in our space during his career, why training matters and more. Good stuff all around and I think you will enjoy both talks! T...
This new episode of the “From the Fabricator” podcast is loaded up for you, it’s a real dandy. This time out, I begin with Kevin Hardman of Hardman Glazing Management. You may know him from several different avenues, including his legendary Tools Tuesday pieces, but he goes much deeper than all of that. Really cool guy with some excellent stories, and his family's past is similar to mine, going back to the 1800s. Fun one all the way around. Then I jump deep into ...
A new episode of the "From the Fabricator" podcast is now available for your holiday listening/watching pleasure. Mark Seeton of Vitro was an excellent time for me, he answered a few glass geek questions for me, including what the game-changing product in our space from his organization was, and the biggest industry change over the span of his career. Plus, he legit stunned me on the “fun” question, too. And his input on the forecast was very insightful/helpful. Then I...
Fun new episode of the From the Fabricator podcast is HERE. I caught up with two dynamic people with interesting backgrounds. I start with Karolina Styk of Press Glass. Super bright and passionate for our industry. It was cool to hear about her journey from Poland to the US and how she’s really leaned into the whole glass industry space, both in products and culture. Next, I visited with Corey Thompson of Pellucere. Impressive guy with serious credentials, ...
Fun new podcast episode is up! The latest From the Fabricator features two individuals whose Fathers were in the business, and they have applied the lessons learned from them to make significant strides in their own careers. I start with Brady Nails of MT Contracting in Montana. Extensive conversation that had a ton of interesting nuggets, including training and recruitment, along with insight on AI in the industry. Then Mike DeFrank joined me. Mike just landed a...
New podcast for you covering two ends of the spectrum. I’ve got a company that is almost 100, and then one that is just getting going. It was very cool stuff. Kicking it off, I had Said Elieh and Peter Stattler of Bendheim. These two were very entertaining and informative, and I loved gaining insight into the iconic Bendheim brand and process, as well as what they’re seeing out there. Then I connected with the super sharp Ted Baumgardner of Guthrie Automation/Gut...
NEW "From the Fabricator” podcast for you, and once again, I am super lucky to have extraordinary guests. This time out, we start with Brian Risinger, the brilliant owner at Country Glass & Mirror and also the current President of the Texas Glass Association. Brian is super sharp and authentic to the core. An interesting path to today, and then some really frank insights on our space and how to improve it. Fun conversation on all, especially the comparison of “The ...
The latest From the Fabricator podcast is live with two incredible guests. I kick it off with James Hatch of Kovach. He and I may have chatted a bit over the years, but this was my first extended time with him, and I was extremely impressed. What he’s done and the excitement around what Kovach does is something to behold. Great stuff. Then to a person and company that I think will be big in our industry and not for glass or glazing but improving the performance o...
Welcome back to the latest From the Fabricator podcast! This time out, we've got 2 people from legendary companies in our space. Sneh Kumar of Kawneer kicks things off and we cover a wide range of items from sustainability to natural light/occupant comfort and more. Then Kyle Sword of Pilkington NSG steps in and we run through his career, growing the industry, collaboration and much more. Really fun pair of guys with fascinating backgrounds! Thank you for checkin...
A new episode of the From the Fabricator podcast is out, and as always, more insights to share from very cool and talented people. I lead off with Pat O’Connor of the Glass & Metal Alliance. He and his group have a big show in Atlantic City at the end of the month. (See below for a link). Pat is a fascinating guy who, thankfully, landed in our industry and is making a difference daily. He also has an infectious enthusiasm. Fun conversation and I think we’re going t...
Welcome to the latest From the Fabricator podcast! I start with Nick Davy and Adrian Winoto of Smart Material company Andluca. They are two fascinating guys who have studied the past and are creating that true next-generation product line. Very excited about their potential and it was an enjoyable conversation, despite me ripping on dynamic glass. (which I admit is a blind spot for good reason) Next was Kirk Beeche of Greg Beeche Logistics-GBL. Fascinating and p...
The newest episode of the From the Fabricator Podcast is now live! This time out has a Windy City flavor with two Chicago icons taking center stage. Leading off is Vipul Bhagat of Skyline. Fascinating and genuine guy who kept making points that had me saying “love that” repeatedly. Vipul delivered a lot of food for thought on the market, selling and improving our overall space. It was awesome. Also, a blast to catch up once again with Tom O’Malley of Clover Archi...
Welcome Back! This time out I kick it off with Steven Acker of Wicona/Hydro. Steven has seen it all- and then some in a very stellar career in our industry so cover that, we talk repurposing of buildings and the first ever Acker Building Index (my “ABI”- not the one below) hits on where things are going in our world. Impressive guy and company! Next was Nick St. Denis of KMR Media & Research for his yearly visit looking at the forecasts. He took a look at 2024, wo...
Happy New Year, and welcome back to the From the Fabricator podcast! A new season kicks off with two great guests. Leading off is Marc Deschamps of Walker Glass. Bird Friendly Glass takes the main role and Marc's overall insight is refreshing. Then, I was thrilled to welcome Scott Lowe of The Beck Group. Scott's company is a leading Design-Build Firm with 9 NA Locations and a presence all over the world. We talk architecture, development, building and more....
Back at it again with the From the Fabricator podcast. This time out we start with Scott Smith of LTS. Great guy and tons of insight into our world from the past through the present and into the future. Next up Conley Oster and Gary Chen talk robots and advancement. These guys started RAISE Robotics and are simply brilliant. Great takes in here and also how this can solve the labor challenges out there. THANK You for listening and checking it out!! Th...
Welcome back to the From the Fabricator podcast! This time out we've got the amazing Keith Daubmann of D3 Glass, MyArchitecturalGlass, and MyShowerDoor and the very interesting Jason Godfrey of UFP Packaging. Lots of interesting conversation from taking big chances to trying to new things. We covered it all! Thank you for listening! And a thank you to our episode sponsor- FHC! Stop gambling with your hardware. When you specify or purchase FHC entrances, railings or frameles...
Welcome back to the From the Fabricator podcast! This time out we've got Jason Isackson of Sentinel Facades, a new company in a very popular space. Jason gives a rundown on all that is going on in that process. Next is Michael and Carolyn Spellman as they breakdown machinery solutions, VIG and more. They've brought so many groundbreaking technologies to our space and it was great to see what they have happening now and into the future. Thank you for checking it out! Th...
Getting ready for GlassBuild? I am too! This special edition hits it all... from the show side to great exhibitors who will be exhibiting the latest and greatest. Katy Devlin of NGA kicks it off, followed by Alan Kinder of Guardian Glass. Then the duo of Art Huard and Shawn McHale of NVOY Fire Rated join and we wrap up with an update from Kyle Lindersmith of Burkle. Thanks for checking it out! SEE YOU AT GLASSBUILD! Thank you to the episode sponsor FHC! FHC is Da...
The latest From the Fabricator podcast features three greats again. Leading off is Diana San Diego of SAFTI First. Some excellent deep dives into sales and marketing and fire rated/specialty products. Then Chris Cordle of the Specialty Fenestration Group talks Lean Manufacturing and Operations. Good lessons there. Last, we wrap it with Merv Campbell of Omni Cubed. Material Handling and Safety- so crucial and a massive focus of Merv's company. Thank you for ...
The latest From the Fabricator is a special super-sized edition featuring three tremendous industry leaders. Leading off Syndi Sim, new to Q-Railing but an industry vet catches us up on her move along with a ton of energizing info and perspective. After that Jenni Chase of the National Glass Association covers the crucial push into Workforce Development and all that goes with it. Last we wrap it up with the legend Chuck Knickerbocker of TGP. The conversation covers a l...