04/14/2025
Lapham-Hickey’s first annual “Females in Fabrication event” was a huge success.
We saw a remarkable turnout from students who ventured from the classroom into our fabrication shop. A tour of our facilities provided students with a unique perspective on the fabrication shop floor operations.
The students then participated in welding activities, creating projects from blueprints, with 5 students experiencing welding for the first time.
Lunch was provided, and students heard from leading women in the industry about their journeys in manufacturing careers.
All participants went home with new welding jackets, gloves & PPE, Rytec swag bags & event shirts. Notable prizes were awarded, including a raffle for welding helmets, and each participant became eligible for $15,000 in scholarships to Fox Valley Technical College courtesy of Lapham-Hickey cares. Our sincerest appreciation goes to our collaborating sponsors, including Miller Electric, Rytec, Lincoln Electric, Linde, Fox Valley Technical College, and the Oshkosh Area School District, whose collective efforts made this event possible. We eagerly anticipate next year’s event, taking pride in paving the way for future careers in metal fabrication.
Lapham-Hickey Steel, your partner in production.