Susan Woods
Managing Editor
Susan Woods is the managing editor for all of Techgen Media’s publications. She has more than 19 years’ experience writing for the metalworking industry. In addition to metal fabrication, she has covered the machining side as well. Susan is a graduate from Western Illinois University. She lives in the Chicagoland area with her husband and two children. In addition to spending time with family, she also enjoys reading, gardening and rooting for Chicago’s numerous sports teams.
Welding Productivity
Welding helmets that feature the latest advancements go a long way in keeping the welder under the hood
February 13, 2023
Welding Productivity
Automating the weld grinding process with a robotic grinding cell proves beneficial
November 2, 2022
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
Metal scrap handling conveyors play an important role in reducing risk of worker injury while increasing stamping efficiency
September 7, 2022
Shop Floor Lasers
A coil-fed laser blanking line can speed up cut times for blanks
August 1, 2022
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
Long-lasting protection for plasma cutting tables significantly reduces the impact of slag buildup
June 6, 2022
ppe
Welding Productivity
Choosing the right protective welding gear minimizes safety risks and maximizes productivity
April 11, 2022
norton
Welding Productivity
The new president of Wire Wizard discusses the future of the company
April 11, 2022
made for welders
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
All-around TIG welder fits in with today’s needs for high-tech welding
March 7, 2022
stamp it
FAB Shop Magazine Direct
Stamping equipment providers discuss the industry and the latest technology advancements
March 7, 2022
TIG welder
Welding Productivity
A weld cleaning system for stainless steel replaces outdated, two-step weld cleaning processes
December 8, 2021
weldcote
Modern Abrasives and Deburring
Grinding and finishing aluminum presents specific challenges to producing good results
December 4, 2021
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