capacity

By fulcrum

Capacity is where small, vitally important manufacturers finally tell their stories. Hear how small business owners, entrepreneurs, and operations leaders overcome challenges to build amazing manufact... more

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The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.

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February 14, 2025 Scott & Courtney Johnson of Johnson Metal Works
Johnson Metal Works is a specialty subcontractor for structural fabrication, erection, and industrial manufacturing in Bozeman, Montana. In this conversation, husband-and-wife duo Scott and Courtney Johnson walk us through their journey from traditional employment to running their own metal fabrication business — sharing the risks, rewards, and real-life lessons along the way.They share about the emotional and practical sides of entrepreneurship: planning for growth, managing risk, and navigating the balance between family and business. Scott and Courtney also detail how they’ve scaled Johnson Metal Works, emphasizing team culture, open communication, and maintaining a collaborative environment.Listen in for insights on fostering a strong company culture, fueling sustainable growth, and embracing change—both personally and professionally. If you’re looking to grow a fabrication business, their story offers plenty to learn and apply.Learn more about how JMW is “manufacturing Montana” at https://www.johnsonmetalworks.com/
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1h 17min
January 07, 2025 Grady Cope of Reata Engineering & Machine Works, Inc.
How did Grady Cope go from working on oil rigs to running a machine shop? And how did he grow from operating a manual mill and lathe to managing a 25,000 sq. ft. facility filled with advanced CNC machines?
Fulcrum Founder & CEO Sunny Han sits down with Grady to hear the story of how he started and grew Reata Engineering & Machine Works—and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
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About Grady:
Grady Cope is the President & CEO at Reata Engineering & Machine Works in Englewood, Colorado. Grady started his career as a mechanic working on offshore oil rigs but found his way into machining through the advice of a friend. He started his shop with a manual mill and lathe in 1993, and grew the shop to become the customer service oriented, tech focused business Reata is today.
Reata is a high-mix, low-volume job shop, specializing in complex parts and assemblies for the medical, aerospace, and semiconductor industries. The combination of multi-axis CNC machines, lights-out capabilities, and digital manufacturing tools allows Reata to offer short lead times to customers.
Grady is an active leader in the manufacturing community, having served as:
- Former Chairman, National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA)
- Former Chairman, Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Association (CAMA)
- Board Member, National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS).
He is passionate about addressing the skilled labor gap by inspiring the next generation of manufacturers. Grady works with local schools and colleges to help students and parents understand the importance and excitement of careers in manufacturing.
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59min
December 02, 2024 Cody Goff of Vilonia Metal Works
Cody Goff is the 3rd-generation owner of Vilonia Metal Works in Vilonia, Arkansas. Vilonia Metal Works specializes in laser cutting, forming, and fabricating for the restaurant industry. Learn more at www.viloniametalworks.com.
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48min
November 12, 2024 Jonathon Friedl of Black Mountain Manufacturing
Black Mountain Manufacturing Founder Jonathon Friedl joins Fulcrum Founder & CEO Sunny Han to share his journey from studying to be a doctor to running an innovative sheet metal fabrication and machine shop in Greeley, Colorado.
Listen in to hear wild tales from welding in the oil industry to figuring out how to sustain a rapidly growing manufacturing startup.
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49min
October 24, 2024 Greg Fuller & Jason Snyder of MetalFab Group & Stainless Works
MetalFab Group & Stainless Works President Gregory Fuller and Vice President Jason Snyder chat with Fulcrum CEO & Founder Sunny Han about their growing businesses. MetalFab Group is the job shop side of the business, focused on laser cutting and sheet metal fabrication, and Stainless Works is the product division, building performance exhaust systems — two different business models sharing resources all under one roof.
Hear about the difficulties of transitioning from 1st to 2nd generation ownership, how Gregg and Jason helped align the team, and the importance of creating a positive culture as a means to drive growth.
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1h 6min
April 02, 2024 Matt Soucie of CAMM Metals
In this episode of the Capacity Podcast, President of CAMM Metals Matt Soucie shares his story. From humble beginnings in his father's garage to becoming a key player in the precision sheet metal fabrication industry, Matt shares the trials, triumphs, and transformative strategies that propelled CAMM Metals to the forefront of aerospace, military, industrial machines, and medical industries.
Hear about the importance of quality, the power of strategic customer selection, and the impact of a positive work culture in driving success.
Don't miss Matt's invaluable insights on leadership, family business dynamics, and the critical decisions behind machinery investments and process engineering that have shaped CAMM Metals into a model of manufacturing excellence.
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45min
December 14, 2023 Sarah and Chris Doyle of Advanced Precision Machining & Independent Machine Company
The Father-daughter duo leads two manufacturers in Escanaba, MI: Sarah heads up operations at Advanced Precision Solutions (APS) while Chris continues to build both companies as President and CEO.
APS is a machine shop making customized products for industrial, food, and automotive customers. Independent Machine Company (IMC) is a steel fabricator for the railroad industry, holding the title of largest after-market supplier of gear cases and plows for the locomotive industry worldwide.
In this Capacity episode, Chris shares his journey from robotics to owning two manufacturers, Sarah gives insight into building a great culture, and more.

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49min
November 01, 2023 Stephen Reh of Rehtek Machine Co.
Manufacturing leader Stephen Reh joins Fulcrum CEO Yu Sunny Han to talk about how he went from discovering CNC machines to becoming the President of Rehtek Machine Co.
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1h 9min
October 16, 2023 Abraham Ingersoll of Badger Metal & Machine Fabrication
Owner of Badger Metal & Machine Fabrication, Abraham (Abe) Ingersoll, shares his experiences from working in the industry to establishing his own business, emphasizing innovation, team spirit, and the importance of embracing new technologies.
From the impacts of laser welding to future visions of AI in manufacturing, Abraham and Fulcrum CEO Sunny Han chat about the past, present, and future of machining and metal fabrication. Hear about the challenges and triumphs of running a business, the value of community and collaboration, and the evolving landscape of CNC machining and fabrication in an age of rapid technological advancement.
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1h 4min
August 28, 2023 Ann Mountjoy of Common Fibers
CEO and founder Ann Mountjoy shares her approach to leading Seattle-based fabricator, Common Fibers. Operating from a 20,000-square-foot hub, Common Fibers creates carbon fiber parts in aerospace, automotive, and beyond.
Ann discusses her open-book philosophy, emphasizing industry growth through shared knowledge. Learn about the value of cross-training, versatility, and a craftsman-like mindset in overcoming early challenges and ensuring long-term success.
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57min

FAQs about capacity:

How many episodes does capacity have?

The podcast currently has 14 episodes available.