How are you feeling about going to FABTECH this year? I've made my travel arrangements already, but that was before COVID round-2. Now I'm on the fence. For those of you that were planning on going...Whats up? What are you thinking? How will you prepare? Reasons to go/no go? Share your thoughts.
Best regards,
Brian V.
I'll be there but I have multiple reasons to be in Chicago that week not just fabtech. I'll be there unless it's too much hassle with the covid restrictions. If it's bad, I will just look for a good bar to hang out at instead!
Ya think they'll let me wear a PAPR on the plane?😂
If that's the case...first one's on me. Your rigging pointers helped me "WOW" a couple customers and now upper management is "singing my praises". Fun Fact: Most carpenters up here have never seen/heard of a spud wrench.🤣
Less than a week to go. What are you excited to check out at the expo?
Who’s hanging out where?
Any must see booths or events?
Im looking forward to nerding out at the intermediate and advanced metallurgy talks.
I hope to see some new tools. I want to see the Ridgid saw in action!!
What kind of saw is it?
One that attaches to the pipe and cuts it fast and square. They just recently revealed it.
like a cold cut saw that attaches to the beveling tool? That sounds sweet? (Makes hand cranking motion by himself in front of computer)
Haha, exactly!
Wish it was in Seattle
Fabtech...Was...AWESOME!!!!
Free grinder wheels- Check
See all the newest toys- Check
50+miles of walking- Check
Above all else...The best part of Fabtech is the people. Never before have I felt like i was on the same wavelength with so many people at the same time. The best way to describe it; Its as if I just found a huge group of long lost friends I didn't know I had. I think Jody described it best when he described how good it is to be surrounded by "like minded people".
What I took from the experience:
-Jason Marburger is most likely the coolest and most innovative MFer on the planet. (His constant curiosity and improvement is contagious)
-An amazing new group of friends that go out of their way to learn and share their knowledge and experience with each other.
-A small glimpse into the female experience in the way that every booth you approach, the salesperson glances down at your chest to read your credentials. I'll admit I didn't realize how obvious quick boobie glances were...Sorry ladies.
-A new sense of confidence and excitement to learn and take on new challenges knowing I have so many people willing to share their experience with me if I need help overcoming an obstacle.
-Aren and JD are top picks for my team on "The Vice is Right" and "Wheel of Torsion".
Well said! It was a great week... I really needed to reconnect with that "like minded hive mind" we got going on. This week was rejuvenating and good for the soul. I'm going to be training all year to compete on "The Vise is Right!!"