Metal Supermarkets Announces Winners of 10th Annual 'Metal My Way' Competition

Hundreds of entries received from talented welders, fabricators, metalworkers and artists across 4 countries

TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2024 /CNW/ - Metal Supermarkets, the world's largest supplier of small-quantity metals, announced the six winners of the 10^th annual Metal My Way contest, of which it is the creator and presenting sponsor.

Link to all winner photos: Winner Photos

This year's competition received over 830 of submissions from across North America and the United Kingdom with projects ranging from small engine models, car restorations, commissioned art to large scale renovations and construction projects. Metalworking professionals and enthusiasts were encouraged to submit their metal-made projects during September for a chance to win prizes.

This year's grand prize winner is Cindy Chinn from Chester, Nebraska, United States, for her submission entitled 'The Peacock'. Created over the course of a year, Cindy worked with copper sheets over a framework of rebar and pipe to create the body of peacock. Fabricated mild steel rod and scrap metal were used to construct the legs and head while the wings consist of copper rods and tubing.  

Additionally, the outstanding projects in five categories received a Lincoln Electric Weld Pak. The category winners are:

Best Vehicle Project: James Frankland purchased metal from the Metal Supermarkets store in Southampton, United Kingdom to build his 'Homemade Submarine'. James set about to fulfill a childhood dream and engineering challenge when he first took on the build. Over the course of six years, the creation involved welding, cutting, machining and general fabrication. After the design was certified, James' submarine was rated to 100 meters diving depth.

Best Artistic and Design Project: Nancy Bole of Wichita, Kansas, United States – 'The Indian' – Nancy created this project based on her affinity to the Cherokee and Cree tribes. She spent almost six months to finish the creation using a plasma table to cut the metal, before welding and sculpting the crown, feathers and head.

Best Furniture and Home Project: Deborah Mitchell of Easley, South Carolina, United States – 'Security Doors' – Over 100 hours of work went into the creation of Deborah's project that featured brushed copper sheeting, steel, steel rods, and copper wire. To make the commission for an art collector client, Deborah employed a variety of tools including tube bender, angle grinder, Dremel tool, hammer, and welding tools.

Best Industrial or Shop Project: Keith Broomfield purchased metal from the Metal Supermarkets store in London (Park Royal), United Kingdom to build his '4 Cylinder Hot Air Engine'. With an interest in small steamboats plus open boilers and engines, Keith spent almost five years creating his four-cylinder configuration featuring two crankshafts geared together. Using mild steel, stainless steel, silver steel, brass and phosphor bronze, Keith welded and soldered his own design using parts he created.

Best Knife Project: Isaiah Chevalier purchased metal from the Metal Supermarkets store in Anchorage, Alaska, United States to create 'Snake Head Dagger'. Starting from the attitude of wanting to make something 'different and unique, Isaiah took about 40 hours to create 80 layers of 15n20 carbon blade steel and 80crv2 high-carbon tool steel for his project. He forged the wrought iron guard featuring a cactus handle with brass inlay topped off with a find point to resemble a snake's fang.

Winners were selected based on complexity, detail and intricacy; scale; uniqueness and creativity; craftmanship; quantity of metal used; and ingenuity. Selections were made by a committee consisting of Metal Supermarkets corporate staff.

"It was another challenging year to pick the winners from all the incredible projects submitted to this year's Metal My Way contest," said Stephen Schober, President and CEO of Metal Supermarkets. "With the ongoing need of skilled trade works across North America, it's always encouraging to see all the people who have the skills to create amazing metalwork across Canada, the US and the UK. Congratulations to Cindy and all of this year's winners."

In addition to Metal Supermarkets, this year's Metal My Way was sponsored by Haco Atlantic, Inc., Space Aid Manufacturing, Cosen Saws, and Ferric Machinery.

Winning metal projects can be viewed at metalmyway.com where further details, including sponsor information, can be found.

Metal Supermarkets, the world's largest supplier of small-quantity metals, has over 125 brick-and-mortar stores across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom with 9 franchise locations in development. Known for its speed and convenience, Metal Supermarkets sells a wide variety of metals including Aluminum, Hot-Rolled Steel, Cold-Rolled Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Galvanized Steel, Tool Steel, Brass, Bronze and Copper. With highly specialized staff, customers can get the metal they need in a size that is convenient for them. Metal Supermarkets is the leading metal supplier in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. Additional information can be found at metalsupermarkets.com.

HACO Atlantic, Inc., a division of the HACO Group, specializes in distributing high-quality sheet metal machinery from its base in Houston, Texas. With a team of experts, the company provides dependable maintenance solutions and innovative equipment. With decades of expertise and prestigious clientele including the U.S. Armed Forces, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin, HACO Atlantic is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service, and quality in metal fabrication technology. Learn more about HACO Atlantic

Founded in 1967 by Max Prufer, M&P Tool Products Inc. / Space Aid Manufacturing began as a custom machine tool and die manufacturer. Over the last 50+ years we have evolved from a two man operation into an industry leading, independent manufacturer of steel material storage products and custom metal fabrications with over 100 employees and a large scale distribution network. Learn more about Space Aid Manufacturing

Founded in 1976 in, Cosen is one of the world's leading band saw manufacturers with a broad product line and a global sales network including Cosen North America and Cosen Europe. Cosen's North American office and warehouse is located in Charlotte, NC. From there, the company provides an extensive selection of service replacement parts and local machine technicians. Our warehouse inventory contains over 100 new machines in stock and ready to ship at all times. Cosen offers 140 models including vertical, horizontal, miter-cutting, NC & CNC automatic and customized band saws. Learn more about Cosen Saws

Ferric Machinery was founded in 2008 by experienced people in the fabricating machinery business. Every one of them is an expert in their field and is able to give the best advice on fabricating and metalworking machinery. Buying machinery is an important investment for your company and we are here to help you make an informed decision. Learn more about Ferric Machinery

SOURCE Metal Supermarkets Service Company Inc.

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