This dynamic workshop presented by the Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA) offers a series of expert-led presentations crafted specifically for current roll formers and newcomers ready to break into the metal construction industry.

“Considerations for Metal Building Roll formers” (presented by Shawn Huffman and Josh Beck)
Participants will be challenged to think about panel, purlin, and trim roll forming in a production environment. How does technology apply to return on investment? What is the balance between technology and resources? Does automation help the bottom line? Understand equipment used in the production of metal building components, what components to look for when investing in equipment, and technology and efficiency as it relates to productivity.

“Introduction of Robotics and Automation to the Roll forming Industry” (presented by Josh Beck)
This presentation offers a comprehensive look at the "how" and "why" behind integrating robotics and automation into your roll forming operations. It covers five key areas: bridging workforce gaps by leveraging automation, enhancing safety, and preventing injuries, demonstrating practical examples of where automation fits within the process, addressing and mitigating concerns related to robotics and perceived complexity, and maximizing ROI. Attendees will gain valuable insights into implementing automation in their operations and understanding the tangible benefits it can deliver.

"Improve Profitability & Competitiveness through Computer Integrated Manufacturing” (Presented by Andy Allman)
Learn how to eliminate production mistakes, minimize scrap, and improve your responsiveness to customer needs. Integrated roll forming and trim shop machine controls support downloading of production schedules, ensure the correct coil is used for every order, and can track everything that happens at each machine. Find out the true production capacity of your machines and who your best operators are. Use OEE to monitor productivity and Pareto analysis to help prioritize your continuous improvement efforts. As competition becomes more intense, you cannot afford to be stuck with a manual production control system.

“Proper Roll Form Tooling Setup and Troubleshooting” (Presented by Steve Ebel)
Discover best practices for setting up and documenting roll form tooling. The session will also guide you through inspection of your roll former, methods for maintaining the machine face alignment and calibration techniques to achieve the best possible setup of roll form tooling. You’ll learn to build standardized processes for roll form tooling manufacture and pick up practical troubleshooting tips for the tooling and setup.

METALCON 2026

Roll Forming for the Metal Construction Industry: Part 1

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