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CHAIR
Travis Crate, CWI, CWE -
1ST VICE CHAIR
Richard Whitcomb -
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Robert D. Fugate -
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News and Events
Plant Tour of Venango Steel
March 6, 2026
Join us on Tuesday, March 31 at 5PM for a plant tour of Venango Steel. We will discuss what is produced and types of welding processes used. Learn more about Venango Steel here. After the meeting there will be a gathering at a local restaurant for further discussion.
Plant Tour of Swartfager Welding Inc. on February 25
February 3, 2026
Come join us in Knox, PA for a plant tour of Swartfager Welding Inc. on Wednesday, February 25 at 5:00 PM. Please bring safety shoes and safety glasses, they are required. ➡️RSVP by Monday, February 23 – email Robert Fugate (rfugate@vtc1.org) or Travis Crate
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