CHICAGO – FABTECH 2025 was more than a showcase of innovation—it was a celebration of community. TMA’s Director of Development, Isaac Flex, hit the show floor with purpose, engaging with a remarkable group of treasured TMA members whose companies represent the backbone of American manufacturing.
Among those Isaac connected with:
Dean Sharkey – Precision Stamping Products
Chris & Nic Kaiser – Kaiser Manufacturing
Sean Costin – IP Automation Inc
Misty Melvin & Randy Hauser – Chicago Metal Fabricators
Bob Mikl, Colin Slaboden, Angela Ferdinardo & David Kinnard – Tower Metalworking Fluids
Chip Michaelsen – ODM Tool & Mfg. Co., Inc.
Brian Thornton, Jr. – Pat Mooney Saws
Representatives from Mazak Optonics Corporation, Amper Technologies, WARDJET Waterjet, and AXYZ CNC Routers
Dan Makinson – KNUTH Machine Tools USA
Alan Kasch, Alyssa Bralich & Matthew Eilers – All American Recycling
Marissa Plucinski – BL Duke
Matt Diener 🐝 & Cade McAbery – Bee Clean Specialties LLC
Each conversation was a chance to listen, learn, and strengthen the relationships that make TMA such a vital force in the manufacturing world. From automation and tooling to sustainability and innovation, these members are driving the industry forward—and Isaac was there to celebrate their work, their stories, and their impact.
