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Dale Lawson June’s Peer Recognition Winner

_MG_0208Dale Lawson, a Fabrication Welder was recognized by Jessie Ballinger, an employee of our Engineering Department, for “Going Above and Beyond.” Dale received his nomination for working through his lunch as a customer waited for a rush part. Along with Dale, Dwayne Link was also recognized by Jessie for working through lunch to assist the same customer. Their dedication and team work were much appreciated by the customer allowing him to meet his customer’s urgent need.

As winner of the month’s nominations Dale received 2 Reds tickets and a travel tumbler. Congratulations and a grateful thank you to Dale for his commitment in meeting our customer’s needs!

Expanding Capacity With Addition of Third Trumpf Laser

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A-1 Fabricators and Finishers is expanding capacity with the addition of a third Trumpf Trulaser 3030, 4000 watt laser. Installation is currently underway with anticipation of our newest laser being utilized into production by July 20th. Each of our lasers provide an average cutting rate of 150” per minute; varying with material types and thickness , accommodating sheet sizes to 60” x 120” as well as some structural tubing. Material thickness capabilities can vary dependent upon material type. I.e., ferrous carbon materials of up to ¾” can be accurately processed and non ferrous materials, aluminum, and stainless steels, up to ½” and shim stock material as thin as .001”. Laser cutting process provides many advantages:

  • Clean smooth cut edges
  • Greater accuracy
  • No burrs or dust formation
  • Ability to cut complex shapes
  • Faster than conventional cutting process

(Click on link for laser demonstration) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j94tZ_BC8oA)

Dennis Doane, President and Owner of A-1 Fabricators and Finishers stated “Growth is the investment into our future. The investment of equipment and additional resources is essential in to the support of our commitment to continuous improvement and growth. We have an obligation to our employees, their families, and community to provide stable employment opportunities for future generations.”

Utilizing the additional 50,000 sq ft of manufacturing being realized with the construction of our newest facility provides the required space needed to accommodate the additional laser as well as expand key fabrication processes. The laser cutting of material is the beginning operation of the manufacturing process and will allow for a 33% increased capacity throughout the manufacturing process. The A-1 Fabricators and Finishers team is looking forward to the exciting advancements and opportunities being presented and have embraced the atmosphere of change.

A-1 Fabricators & Finishers Fabrication welcomes Daniel Blackburn to Engineering Team

Ban Blackburn dblackburn@a1fab.biz Ph. (513) 724-0383 Fax (513) 724-0387

Dan Blackburn
dblackburn@a1fab.biz
Ph. (513) 724-0383
Fax (513) 724-0387

A-1 Fabricators and Finishers is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Blackburn to our Fabrication Engineering Team in support of our current and future growth and development. Dan brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, having spent the last 15 years in the fabrication industry, where he was instrumental in developing and supporting many fabrication projects.

Joe Strack , Fabrication Engineering Manager stated “ Dan’s years of fabrication experience, positive attitude, and background in customer relations has already made him a key addition to our engineering team”. We view his appointment as a sign of our commitment to continuous growth and dedication to our customer satisfaction. We were fortunate to have found and engineer with the qualifications that Dan possess and are confident that he will play a key role in the future our Engineering Team.”

Dan is an Alumni of Southern State where he obtained his Engineering Degree. He is native to Southern Ohio and currently resides in Brown County with his family. Much of Dan’s off time is spent coaching Youth Baseball and Basketball. He is an avid Bengal fan, “Who Dey” and enjoys riding his motorcycle and golfing.

Expansion Update

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Progress in the expansion is well under way. Structural support beams have all been constructed and the building is beginning to take shape. Contractors have been busy laying in the plumbing lines this week. Anticipation of the added capacity to our assembly and painting process is becoming reality. The excitement of prospective opportunities and advancements to our capabilities is being realized.

Peer Recognition

June’s Peer Recognition Recipient

       “Jeff Eubanks” 

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Jeff, an employee in our weld department, was nominated for recognition this month by Randy Patton, a fellow welder. He was nominated for his willingness to always assist others. Jeff has been nominated nearly every month if not every month. Jeff’s name was drawn from June’s nominations and received, as a token of our appreciation, $50.00 in cash and 2 tickets to a Cincinnati Reds game.

Congratulations!

Expansion Moving Forward For Local Batavia Business

bataviaA-1 Fabricators & Finishers is moving forward in the expansion of local Batavia business. Foundation is near completion for this 50,000 sq ft manufacturing facility and construction appears to be back on schedule. Slated for completion in early summer the expansion of this turnkey fabrication facility will provide the resources for continued growth and additional services opportunities. Conveniently located next to the already established A-1 Fabricators & Finishers manufacturing facility on Curliss Lane allows for continued growth in the existing fabrication turnkey operation. Expansion will provide additional employment opportunities of skilled and general labor positions within the community. Company President, Dennis Doane, stated “Having embraced innovative thinking and commitment to continuous improvement has afforded our company continued success and growth … Through this growth we are investing into the future of our business, community, and employees.”

Expansion Underway

expansion-underwayA-1 Fabricators & Finishers’ is scheduled to resume construction efforts of an additional facility with completion anticipated for early summer.  Conveniently located next to the already established A-1 Fabricators manufacturing facility on Curliss Lane in Batavia, Ohio the expansion will allow for continued growth of the existing fabrication turnkey operation.

Established in 2004, growth and expansion is no stranger to this operation. The company was relocated from a 40,000 square foot facility in Williamsburg to their current facility on Curliss Lane in the spring of 2009. The 100,000 square foot facility was built to allow for growth and designed for continuous flow manufacturing. Only a few short years later they are found to once again be investing into the future of the company. Currently employing more than 70 employees, the expansion will provide additional employment opportunities for both skilled and general labor position within the community.

Company President, Dennis Doane commented, “A-1 Fabricators and Finishers’ expansion supports the commitment to our employees, customers, and community of continued improvement and growth for future generations”. “Our growth is attributed to the investment in resources and services that allow us to provide fabricated products from Concept to Reality”.  “Utilizing leading edge equipment and experienced employees has provided the foundation to grow and diversify our one-stop fabrication facility“.

Contact Us

4220 Curliss Lane
Batavia, OH 45103

P: 513.724.0383
F: 513.724.0387

Quotes or Questions:
Dennis Doane – President
Joseph Strack – Senior Engineer