Summer is in full swing, and on this episode of the From the Fabricator podcast, we've got two fantastic talents from our space.  First up is Jason Douglas of HB Fuller. Interesting and smart path taken and now a part of some of the most popular materials in around.  Then John Trainor jumps on for a wide range of topics and insights.  Fun to catch up there.  Thanks for listening!! This pod was brought to you by FHC: Some say “All-Glass Entrance,” but EVERYONE says HERC-DOOR.The most-recognized and perhaps most-specified glass entrance system on the market is also the easies ..read more

For the 50th episode of the From the Fabricator podcast, we dedicated the time to the crucial subjects of Mental Health, Addiction, Recovery, and Support.   Max is joined by Cal Beyer of SAFE Project (www.safeproject.us) and David Argus of Karas and Karas Glass.  A wide range of subjects was covered but really focused on the workplace, what's happening, what can and has been done to help, and just an overall important learning experience from two incredible humans. A must listen.  Thank you. This podcast is grateful for the support from FHC. Frameless Hardware Company. Save Big ..read more

The supersized holiday edition of the From the Fabricator podcast is here! We kick it off with a dive inside—demountable interiors and more—with Tom O'Malley of Clover and Kevin Mayer of PurOptima. Then, we pivot to labor, training, education, and more with Travis Nevins and Matt Fox of IUPAT. There are lots of interesting nuggets throughout! Thank you for listening! And Thank you to our new sponsor FHC! There’s a new sheriff in town! FHC, the Frameless Hardware Company, just opened its doors to a new Service Center in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area, providing Texas and surrounding states with loc ..read more

The latest episode of the From the Fabricator podcast features Kyle Sharp of Sharp Glass and Chris Giovannielli of Kawneer.  Wide range of topics from the family business to new technology, to market conditions, and much more. Thank you for taking a listen!! From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111 ..read more

Wide ranging podcast this month! Deep dive into paints and finishes with Neil Chrisman III of Picura (also known from his days at Spectrum) and Chris Incorvaia of Edge Facades followed by a great run by Tom Donovan of Thompson IG where he talks new tech, smart business moves and more. Thanks for checking it out! From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111 ..read more

Welcome back to our 4th episode of 2024! We kick it off with a great chat with Aaron Pine of Construction Specifications.  Tremendous insight into the design world from a leader in that field.  Then on to the great pair of Christina Elia and Brad Leamon of The Shower Door Guy.  Fun and wide ranging conversation on trends, co-ops, family business and more!  Thanks for checking it out!! From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba ..read more

BONUS!  We've got a special extra episode... Matt Kamper of Woodbridge Glass joins us for a wide-ranging conversation that surely will get you going.  Plus we dive deep into the upcoming BEC event in Nashville.  After Matt, we do the same with Kyle Lindersmith of Burkle including the trends and moves on the laminated side of things and of course GPAD.   Thanks for listening!!  From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409 ..read more

Yes- back by popular demand!  Two past guests return! Forecast time with KMR's Nick St. Denis.  Great insight into the past/present/future. Then Lippert's Tim Widner joins and we cover the whole range of the glass world- similar to Tim's career where he's done everything. Thanks for checking it out! From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111 ..read more

We're back in 2024 and the first episode is live!  We kick it off with the dynamic duo of Sterling Guyette and Luke Jacques of Insulite.   Then we move to Stefanie Couch of Build Women and her new CRM Grit Innovations.   Both segments feature a ton of insight from inventory and logistics to culture and growth.  Lots covered... thanks for giving it a listen! From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111 ..read more

The latest From the Fabricator podcast is here!  This time out we have Trey Taylor of BEES Inc and Henry Taylor of Kawneer.  (no relation)  Two good people with tons of insight on the market, trends, training, labor and much more. Thanks for checking it out! From the Fabricator- #Glass and #Glazing hosted by Max Perilstein, Managing Partner of Sole Source Consultants. Connect with Max on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111 ..read more