Tim O'Toole

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Advancing Member Value: STI/SPFA’s 2026 Strategic Projects

The STI/SPFA Board of Directors approved an ambitious series of projects designed with one clear goal in mind: delivering enhanced value to members. These initiatives are shaped by direct member…

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House Small Business Committee Hearing on Domestic Manufacturing

Last month, Harry Moser testified before the House Small Business Committee at its Hearing on Domestic Manufacturing, emphasizing the need to strengthen U.S. competitiveness to accelerate reshoring. During the hearing, Harry…

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Legislative Advocacy Committee Update – December 2025

The STI/SPFA Legislative Advocacy Committee met on December 9 to review key developments in Congress, regulatory activity, and the association’s priorities heading into 2026. Below is a brief summary of…

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Steel water pipe installation

7 on 7 with Kyle Couture

STI/SPFA recently spoke with Kyle Couture, Marketing Manager for AMERICAN SpiralWeld Pipe Co., about his career in the steel fabrication industry. STI/SPFA: Tell us about the history of your company.…

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STI/SPFA Unveils New Strategic Plan

The Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association (STI/SPFA) has released an updated strategic plan following approval by the Board of Directors in September. The refreshed plan establishes a clear roadmap…

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Listen Before Leading: A Hard Lesson on Change

I pride myself on being a forward thinker. My aim is always to do what’s best for my team because I’ve learned that the strength of any company rests on…

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7 on 7 with Dennis Dechant

STI/SPFA recently spoke with Dennis Dechant, Vice President of Engineering at Dechant Infrastructure Services, about his career in the steel fabrication industry. STI/SPFA: Tell us about the history of your…

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Principles That Define Leadership

The Standard Beyond Profit and Growth A successful leader can drive profit margins and growth that look strong on paper, but numbers alone do not define leadership. The true measure…

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FIREGUARD® steel tank being filled with lightweight thermal insulation material.

7 on 7 with Emily Stewart

STI/SPFA recently spoke with Emily Stewart, National Sales Manager of Light Products and Marketing Manager at The Strong Company, Inc., about her career in the steel fabrication industry. STI/SPFA: Tell…

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Liquid Hydrogen/Gateway Project

Product Profile: Liquid Hydrogen/Gateway Project

CB&I New Castle in New Castle, Del. was awarded the 2023 STI/SPFA ASME Pressure Vessel of the Year for the ⁠⁠Liquid Hydrogen/Gateway Project⁠⁠ project. We had an opportunity to speak further with…

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