The Fabricated Metals Podcast

The Fabricated Metals Podcast

The Fabricated Metals Podcast is the official podcast from Processed Metal Innovators, where strategy meets execution in the world of modern manufacturing. Hosted by Chris Conard and Dana Hansen, each episode dives into the real-world trends, tools, and technologies transforming metal fabrication — from sourcing smarter and shortening lead times to boosting efficiency across your production line. Whether you’re a procurement lead, plant manager, or operations executive, this podcast equips you with actionable insights to optimize your supply chain and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry. Tune in, level up, and keep forging ahead — with PMI.

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February 18, 2026 28 mins

In this episode of the Fabricated Metals Podcast, host Dana Hansen sits down with Chris Kennard, Denny, and Dan from Process Metals Innovators (PMI) to explore what real cost savings look like in metal manufacturing—and why focusing on part price alone often misses the bigger picture.

The conversation starts with a common challenge: most customers begin with a request for a quote, but true savings are driven by much more than price...

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Automation is no longer a future concept in manufacturing — it’s a competitive necessity. In this episode of The Fabricated Metals Podcast, host Dana Hansen is joined by Eric Lewis, Plant Manager at PMI, and Chris Conard, President of PMI, to explore how automation is reshaping modern metal fabrication.

From PMI’s first ABB welding robot to collaborative robots (cobots), advanced stamping automation, linear transfer systems, and hi...

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Every great product begins with people. In this episode of The Fabricated Metals Podcast, we dive into how Process Metals Innovators (PMI) is preparing the next generation of skilled professionals through its brand-new training center. Designed to blend classroom instruction with hands-on experience, this initiative is transforming how employees and students alike engage with manufacturing.

In this conversation, host Dana Hansen is...

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Every great product begins with a promise—but that promise can quickly unravel when supply chain problems stand in the way. Missed deadlines, scattered suppliers, and costly delays don’t just disrupt operations; they jeopardize trust and growth. Instead of battling constant roadblocks, imagine having a clear, reliable path that frees your time, eliminates inefficiencies, and ensures your projects run smoothly from start to finish.

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Innovation, customer focus, and 100% employee ownership come together in a story of growth, resilience, and purpose. It’s a journey that begins with humble roots, evolves through decades of dedication, and finds strength in putting people first. At its core is the belief that customers deserve solutions that simplify challenges, reduce stress, and create lasting value. Along the way, employee ownership has transformed not only the ...

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