UPCOMING MEETING DATES
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FEB 20th
Holston Gases Nashville Facility Tour of New Plant (Holston Gases-Nashville) |
MAR 17th (Tues)
Past AWS Pres-David Landon A Triple Pass of the Torch (World Testing - Mt Juliet) |
APR 16th
To Be Determined Details to come (TBD) |
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NEXT MEETING: World Testing, TUESDAY, March 17th...
Holston Gases, Nashville, TN...Thanks to Grant Sartain and Kyle Holston Gases, we will be meeting at their facility in Nashville for our February meeting. To learn more about Holston Gases and how they can serve you, visit their website at https://www.holstongases.com/our-story/.
Thanks to the generosity of Holston Gases and their great staff, we will enjoy a meal sponsored by them for this meeting.
Date: Thursday, February 20th
Time: 6 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Holston Gases - Nashville (32)
Address: 109 Centennial Circle
Nashville, TN 37209
Website: https://www.holstongases.com/
Phone: 615-329-1941
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Thanks to the generosity of Holston Gases and their great staff, we will enjoy a meal sponsored by them for this meeting.
Date: Thursday, February 20th
Time: 6 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Holston Gases - Nashville (32)
Address: 109 Centennial Circle
Nashville, TN 37209
Website: https://www.holstongases.com/
Phone: 615-329-1941
RSVP
Holston Gases Tour from Feb 20th Meeting
Thanks to Grant Sartain, Nashville Branch Manager, and Kyle Robertson, Clarksville Branch Manager, of Holston Gases for hosting a great meeting at the new Nashville facility. They provided a good meal in a wonderful meeting space, followed by a very enlightening tour.
If you weren't able to make it, I dare say Grant would be happy to get you into the Nashville facility or Kyle in the Clarksville facility for a look around.
Thanks, again, Grant and Kyle.
If you weren't able to make it, I dare say Grant would be happy to get you into the Nashville facility or Kyle in the Clarksville facility for a look around.
Thanks, again, Grant and Kyle.
More about Holston Gases, February Meeting Sponsor!
OUR STORY
Holston Gases was founded in 1958 by Pat Baxter and Bob Walsh in Knoxville, Tn. They were a 2-man operation that grew to employ many others. They did so through personal attention and superior effort made to satisfy their customers needs.
In 1976, Baxter bought out Walsh. In 1981, Pat’s son Bill joined the company, then in 1983 growth began in earnest. By 1990 there was a need for additional management depth, and Robert Anders joined the company. Over the next few years, Anders and Baxter groomed additional management talent internally. They also added people from national companies who sought the family owned, independent atmosphere that Holston offered.This combination has worked well.
Today, Holston has grown to 34 locations in 6 states, with customers in 11 states. Steady, strategic acquisition continues, on top of a strong commitment to internal growth in existing locations.
Managers typically take over a branch operation and stay there for many years, running it as if it was their own business. They are part of the community and become involved in business, social and recreational activities. They take pride in representing Holston Gases and in their role in local industry and commerce. And they take the lead on our various efforts at “giving back” to our communities. This is part of our business philosophy.
We are proud of where we have come from, proud of where we are, and excited and optimistic about where we are going. And we would be proud to earn your business, build a relationship, and keep you as a valued, long term customer.
Holston Gases was founded in 1958 by Pat Baxter and Bob Walsh in Knoxville, Tn. They were a 2-man operation that grew to employ many others. They did so through personal attention and superior effort made to satisfy their customers needs.
In 1976, Baxter bought out Walsh. In 1981, Pat’s son Bill joined the company, then in 1983 growth began in earnest. By 1990 there was a need for additional management depth, and Robert Anders joined the company. Over the next few years, Anders and Baxter groomed additional management talent internally. They also added people from national companies who sought the family owned, independent atmosphere that Holston offered.This combination has worked well.
Today, Holston has grown to 34 locations in 6 states, with customers in 11 states. Steady, strategic acquisition continues, on top of a strong commitment to internal growth in existing locations.
Managers typically take over a branch operation and stay there for many years, running it as if it was their own business. They are part of the community and become involved in business, social and recreational activities. They take pride in representing Holston Gases and in their role in local industry and commerce. And they take the lead on our various efforts at “giving back” to our communities. This is part of our business philosophy.
We are proud of where we have come from, proud of where we are, and excited and optimistic about where we are going. And we would be proud to earn your business, build a relationship, and keep you as a valued, long term customer.
Jan 16, Welding Products Presentation
WIRE WIZARD PRESENTATION...Our very own Heath Jackson, territory representative for Wire Wizard, as well as 2nd Vice Chair of the Nashville Section, presented on welding products for various uses. It was an informative technical talk the offered good discussions following.
THANKS, HEATH!
Special March Meeting!
Our March meeting will be on a Tuesday night to accommodate our special guest speaker. We will be honored to have David Landon, past AWS President, speaking to our group on "A Triple Pass of the Torch: Technology, Heroism, and Mentorship."
In this presentation, the first pass of the torch will reflect on the technological advances that are commonly found in manufacturing and, more specifically, in the welding field today. Welding has moved past the dark, dirty, and dangerous occupation of the 20th century to one filled with the technology of super hero movies. In the second pass of the torch, the presentation will focus on qualities that make heroes attractive. Landon will reflect on the heroes that have influenced him throughout his career. The third pass of the torch is a challenge to be a hero yourself through mentorship.
You don't want to miss this great opportunity to learn, fellowship and meet a past AWS president.
See Dave's bio here...
In this presentation, the first pass of the torch will reflect on the technological advances that are commonly found in manufacturing and, more specifically, in the welding field today. Welding has moved past the dark, dirty, and dangerous occupation of the 20th century to one filled with the technology of super hero movies. In the second pass of the torch, the presentation will focus on qualities that make heroes attractive. Landon will reflect on the heroes that have influenced him throughout his career. The third pass of the torch is a challenge to be a hero yourself through mentorship.
You don't want to miss this great opportunity to learn, fellowship and meet a past AWS president.
See Dave's bio here...
Annual Christmas Dinner Party a Good Time at Logan's
Our Annual Christmas Dinner Party turned out to be another good time for the section members in attendance. Aside from a great meal and a wonderful server, we celebrated with some gift giving.
Heath Jackson (Wire Wizard) and Curtis Duncan (Section Chair), along with the section, provided gift bags for the ladies and a drawing for prizes for the men.
David Porter (TCAT Hartsville) provided to nice gifts to Curtis Duncan (Section Chair) and Bob O'Neal (Section Treasurer) to show appreciation for their service to the section.
Heath Jackson (Wire Wizard) and Curtis Duncan (Section Chair), along with the section, provided gift bags for the ladies and a drawing for prizes for the men.
David Porter (TCAT Hartsville) provided to nice gifts to Curtis Duncan (Section Chair) and Bob O'Neal (Section Treasurer) to show appreciation for their service to the section.
Great Student Night at TCAT Smyrna
Our Annual Student Night was a big success! A hearty thanks to Joy Rich, Director of Experiential Learning (TN Board of Regents), who shared some of her passion and goals for SkillsUSA for Tennessee, as well as SkillsUSA nationally. She introduced us to her SkillsUSA State Officers. There seemed to be a consensus that the AWS Nashville Section, along with other sections across the state, would be supporting SkillsUSA more intentionally with greater participation of resources, both with people and finances.
After the discussions wound down, we enjoyed a good Whitt's Barbecue dinner, some fellowship, and, of course, gave away some great prizes.
Special thanks to Holston Gases and Wire Wizard (our very own Heath Jackson) for donating the prizes we gave to students. There was over $500 worth of prizes donated and given away.
We are also very grateful to Marshall Brown and the team at TCAT Smyrna for the wonderful hospitality in hosting this event.
After the discussions wound down, we enjoyed a good Whitt's Barbecue dinner, some fellowship, and, of course, gave away some great prizes.
Special thanks to Holston Gases and Wire Wizard (our very own Heath Jackson) for donating the prizes we gave to students. There was over $500 worth of prizes donated and given away.
We are also very grateful to Marshall Brown and the team at TCAT Smyrna for the wonderful hospitality in hosting this event.
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Plant Tour at AO Smith
Thanks to Eric Peterson for hosting our meeting and AO Smith plant tour. Also, thanks to Frank for being a great tour guide and Rose for being such a gracious hostess (with great coffee!). We are grateful for the pizza dinner they provided and a wonderful meeting space prior to a very interesting and informative tour.
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DEMONSTRATION: SWEATING BEARINGS
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Thanks to Barry Allen and TCAT Lebanon for hosting our last meeting in September. We always appreciate their hospitality.
Special thanks to Alex Stout of Hamilton Machine for giving a great talk and demonstration on sweating bearings, as well as answering questions.
(Photos from the event can be found on the photos page)
Special thanks to Alex Stout of Hamilton Machine for giving a great talk and demonstration on sweating bearings, as well as answering questions.
(Photos from the event can be found on the photos page)
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You may cancel the transaction at any time by clicking the "Return to AWS Nashville Section - District 8" link to the lower left of any PayPal page before you complete payment.
