Pat Patterson | Manufacturing Engineer | Sheetmetal TV 07

🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW This podcast dives deep into the pulse of the sheetmetal, fabrication, and manufacturing industries. Hosted by professionals for professionals, we bring you raw, unfiltered conversations with fabricators, engineers, machine builders, shop owners, software experts, welders, and innovators from across the globe. Whether you're on the shop floor or behind a CAD screen, this is your go-to platform for insight, inspiration, and industry connection. Each episode covers a wide spectrum of topics including: Sheetmetal fabrication and welding techniques Press brake, laser, plasma, waterjet, and CNC machine innovations CAD/CAM and offline programming tools (ToolShop, Radan, etc.) Automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing Shop stories and journeys from industry leaders and everyday builders Troubleshooting common shop problems and productivity tips Industry news, technology trends, and future forecasting Real talk about running a fabrication business—from quoting and staffing to scaling and sustaining

👨‍🏭 WHO IT’S FOR This show is for: Sheetmetal workers and welders Manufacturing business owners Engineers and CAD/CAM programmers Shop managers and production leaders Machinery dealers and equipment specialists Students and apprentices looking to break into the trades Anyone passionate about building, fabricating, and innovating with metal

🌎 JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY We’re building a worldwide network of tradespeople, technicians, engineers, and innovators who live and breathe metal. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. Connect with our growing community through: 🔗 Subscribe to our channel for new episodes, machine reviews, shop tours, and tech breakdowns 💬 Comment below and join the conversation—your experience matters 📣 Share with your team, your shop, or anyone who loves fabrication 📸 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn (@SheetmetalTV) for daily content and behind-the-scenes footage 🌐 Visit our website: www.Sheetmetaltv.com for exclusive merch, resources, and podcast links 🔥 FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE:  Pat Patterson  “From Navy Veteran to Fabrication Shop: Pat Patterson shares his journey and lessons learned in the trade.”

🔧 TOOLS, TECH, AND TOPICS COVERED: Machines: [Press Brakes, CNC Lasers, Plasma Cutters, etc.] Software: [ToolShop CAD/CAM, Radan, ERP/MES tools] Skills: [TIG/MIG Welding, Forming, Nesting, Offline Programming] Industry Buzz: [Smart factories, Industry 4.0, Supply Chain updates]

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🛠️ GET FEATURED OR SPONSOR AN EPISODE Want your shop, product, or software highlighted on the show? Reach out to us at dean@sheetmetaltv.com 📢 LET'S TALK SHOP. REAL PEOPLE. REAL SHOPS. REAL STORIES. Thanks for tuning in to the Sheetmetal TV & Fabrication Sheetmetal Unleashed Podcast. Whether you're bending metal, burning wire, or running code, this podcast is here to bring the industry together—one conversation at a time.

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