Fabtech 2022 Recap

FABTECH 2022 recap

FABTECH made a strong return in 2022 with in-person attendance back up to pre-pandemic levels. The Three D Metals team was among the 1,200 exhibitors at North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event. Since Three D Metals is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the team chose to do a 70s-themed booth,… Read more »

Copper Sheet Electrical Applications

Copper sheet electrical applications

Copper is recognized for its many uses. From wiring to electrical switches, this popular metal can be found in homes, commercial operations, and even in the cloud. At Three D Metals, one of our largest production distribution lines is our copper sheeting. But where can you find copper sheets in the electrical industry? Keep reading… Read more »

Benefits of Oscillate-Wound Steel Coil

Benefits of oscillate-wound steel coil.

Oscillate winding, sometimes referred to as traverse winding, is the process of end-to-end winding of several slit steel coils, with the coil wrapping around itself in a single, symmetrical coil — similar to a spool of thread. Why would someone choose oscillate-wound coils over something like a ribbon-wound, or pancake, coil? Let’s break down the… Read more »

Three D Metals Celebrates 50 Years

Three D Metals celebrates 50 years.

In the late 1960s, Dave Dickens Sr. was working as a sales representative for a brass mill in Connecticut. When the mill’s president thought Dave’s commission should be reduced, Dave decided it was time to strike out on his own. The David D. Dickens Company was formed. Eventually becoming Three D Metals, the company has… Read more »

High Carbon Steel in Today’s Market

High carbon steel in today’s market.

One of the residual effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the metals industry has been continuous supply chain challenges. However, as we get further into 2022, we were seeing some of the markets return to normal, including the high carbon steel market. High Carbon Steel Availability in Today’s Market When the COVID pandemic hit the… Read more »

Career Opportunities After High School at Three D Metals

Career opportunities after high school at Three D Metals.

If you’re in high school or just starting college, you may be thinking about a career in trades or the metals industry. Even without a four-year degree, there are plenty of opportunities for a fulfilling, lifelong career and job advancement. In fact, today is a great time to think about a career in the metals… Read more »

What is a Typical Workday Like at Three D Metals?

Three D Metals employee working at machine, Three D Metals logo

If you’ve considered applying for a position at Three D Metals, you may be wondering what it’s like to work here or what your day-to-day responsibilities may be. There are many job opportunities available in the metals industry — from machine operators to welders to sales and more — and their responsibilities may vary depending… Read more »

Women in the Metals Industry: A Conversation

Women in the Metals Industry: A Conversation

According to a 2019 S&P Global survey of 66 companies in the metals and mining sectors, women made up only 3 percent to 29 percent of the companies’ workforce. At Three D Metals, women have always been an integral part of our company, from sales to manufacturing and front office. We continue to encourage women… Read more »