Tim O'Toole
STI/SPFA recently spoke with Coby Hayes, General Manager at J. L. Houston Company, about his career in the steel fabrication industry. STI/SPFA: Tell us about the history of your company.…
The Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association (STI/SPFA) announced its 2026 Patrick Kennedy Leadership Award recipient, recognizing individuals for outstanding leadership and contributions to the steel fabrication industry. “We are…
The Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabricators Association (STI/SPFA) announced the 2026 Safety Award recipients, recognizing companies for achievements in workplace safety. “We are pleased to recognize this year’s award recipients…
The STI/SPFA Board Member Spotlight highlights the leaders who help guide the association and support its mission. Each feature introduces a board member, their company, and their role in the…
The 2026 STI/SPFA Weld of the Year Awards were presented on Tuesday, September 22nd at the STI/SPFA Future|Now Conference in Mobile, Ala. The awards recognize exemplary work of the talented…
U.S. industrial revitalization will require sustained investment in workforce training and advanced technologies to build new collar skills and strengthen global competitiveness. It also depends on rebuilding a full manufacturing…
Welding was always the backup plan for Kyle Siems—until it became the best decision he ever made. At 19 years old, Kyle found himself at a crossroads. College was…
Hannah Beezie, has been named Technical Services Engineer for the Steel Tank Institute/Steel Plate Fabrication Association (STI/SPFA). “We are delighted to have Hannah join our team,” said Tim O’Toole, Executive…
STI/SPFA recently spoke with Sam Horstmann, Vice President of Operations at Mass Tank Sales Corp., about his career in the steel fabrication industry. STI/SPFA: Tell us about the history of…
More strategic capital investment, in conjunction with a larger, highly skilled U.S. workforce, will be what turbocharges reshoring. Adopting advanced technologies, including automation and robotics, AI and IoT, enhances productivity,…
