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Fabtech<\/p><\/div>\n

North America\u2019s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, FABTECH<\/a>, is being held next week at McCormick Place in Chicago.\u00a0 As always it will feature an array of educational programs, workshops, and more than 550,000 square feet showcasing the latest technology and equipment for the fabrication and manufacturing industry. FABTECH represents every step of the metal manufacturing process<\/a> from start to finish. It\u2019s where new ideas, products and technology are highlighted through interactive exhibits, education and networking.<\/p>\n

With 35,000 attendees and 1,500 exhibiting companies, you will have to carefully plan out your agenda for the November 18-21 conference to ensure you get to see everything you want before the Conference ends.\u00a0 Of course we hope you make time to see the latest in portable x-ray fluorescence technology and get a free demo of our XRF<\/a> metal alloy analyzers.\u00a0 (Click here to add Booth # S4117 and its map location<\/a> to your FABTECH agenda.)<\/p>\n

In addition, make sure you take advantage of FABTECH\u2019s Cocktails and Comedy event<\/a> that takes place Wednesday night in the FABTECH Theater, Grand Concourse.\u00a0 You should have gotten a complimentary admission and beverage ticket with your event registration.\u00a0 It\u2019s a great opportunity to connect with your peers and enjoy a night of laughs.\u00a0 The lively interaction between performers and the audience will have you falling out of your seat with laughter\u2026 at least that\u2019s how they promote it.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re spending a few extra days in Chicago, there is no shortage of things to do in the area.\u00a0 I would recommend touring the Art Institute of Chicago<\/a>, shopping the Magnificent Mile<\/a>, or stopping at Navy Pier<\/a>.\u00a0 And if you\u2019re looking for someplace to eat, head to North Michigan Avenue and go to one of my favorite restaurants, Heaven on Seven<\/a>.\u00a0 I think they serve the best gumbo outside of New Orleans, and offer a selection of more than 100 hot sauces.\u00a0 It\u2019s the spiciest food in Chicago.<\/p>\n

Hope to see you in Chicago!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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