Having a “green and sustainable” business approach is not really a new concept to most of us in the metal fabricating industries. We’ve been sustainable from day one.

Contact: Jack Gilchrist, President
Phone number: 603.889.2600

Earth Day was a few short weeks ago and we noticed that not as much hoopla seemed to be made of it this year as in years past. So we got to thinking that it might be good to remind folks that, in Earthgeneral, metal fabricators are good environmental stewards year round. We’re proud to say the metalworking industries have always done their share for conservation and sustainability.

Metal is extremely recyclable. The steel and metal working industries have been recycling countless tons of their own products and byproducts since smelting was invented, and that was a really long time ago!

Gilchrist Metal Fabricating Company has been pioneering the efficient use of resources and the minimization of its impact on the environment since its founding in 1975. Not only does this serve the best interest of future generations, it also has a positive effect on the business side of the equation. Consuming less of anything means you don’t need to pay for as much of it.

The way company president Jack Gilchrist figures it, GMFCo actually reduces the amount of new carbon created in the environment by all the recycling they do. “Let’s face it, every ton of steel we recycle results in less ore being extracted from the earth and less CO2 is produced by extracting it.”

The recycling of steel and other metals has immediate and significant impact on the amount of mining needed to supply demand. Mining ore can devastate or at least transform large tracts ofSteel Scrap pristine land. Heavy machinery & equipment needed for road building, mining and transportation add plumes of carbon to the atmosphere.

The more we recycle, the more we preserve open spaces. And the good news is that recycling scrap metal is very efficient in the production of new steel, iron, aluminum and some other metals. According to the EPA, in 2008 the steel industry recovered and recycled more than 14 million tons of shredded steel scrap from automobiles—a recycling rate of 95 percent. It’s worth repeating. Recovering steel not only saves money, but also dramatically reduces “greenhouse gasses” and energy consumption, compared to making steel from virgin materials.

Carrying the efficiency and good stewardship of recycling into everyday business operations is another way that GMFCo demonstrates being serious about sustainability. Throughout the shop floor, lunchrooms and offices, discarded materials such as bottles, cans, paper, cardboard and various plastics are collected for proper recycling. More importantly, the company has taken major steps toward continuous energy efficiency improvements including:

• Upgraded high efficiency lighting
• Conversion to variable speed compressed air
• Inversion powered welding
• 100% wind energy powered
• Donates part of recycling proceeds to local schools

It really isn’t more expensive to operate a “green” business when you do it for the right reasons. Conserving valuable resources and lowering energy costs is simply being efficient and cost effective. The steps we’ve listed are having major impacts on lowering some of our more burdensome costs. It’s nice to know we’re helping to keep the planet a little tidier at the same time.

Gilchrist Metal Fabricating Company is always happy to review your designs and shop drawings at any stage in the process. We can advise you of the feasibility and costs associated with taking your project to the next stage in manufacturing.

New Hampshire based Gilchrist Metal Fabricating Company has announced both the addition of new equipment and the company’s recent recognition by the Environmental Protection Agency for using wind energy.

Contact: Jack Gilchrist, President
Phone number: 603.889.2600

In addition to numerous facility enhancements, Gilchrist Metal Fabrication Company has been recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for powering the company’s facility with 100% renewable energy.

As company President, Jack Gilchrist, explains, “We have always been committed to making a positive impact in any way we can at GMF. When the opportunity arose to power our business with wind energy, it was a no brainer.”

Gilchrist explains that domestic wind energy production recently surpassed 50 gigawatts of power generation capacity, which roughly equals the power producing capacity of 11 nuclear plants. “As a metal fabrication company, it’s no secret that we use a lot of power. Fortunately, making the switch to wind energy allows us to contribute to green initiatives on a number of levels. Not only is it more sustainable for businesses and communities, but it also allows us to help contribute to green initiatives on both a local and national level.”

Gilchrist Metal Fabricating Company has provided businesses and municipalities across the country with metal fabrications of every variety. Past projects range from intricate architectural fabrications to steel reactor chambers. With this in mind, Gilchrist explains that the company’s ongoing commitment to green initiatives does far more than increase the GMFCO’s energy efficiency, but speaks to the company’s commitment to efficiency in general as well. “It definitely isn’t just so I can sleep well at night knowing I run a green company. Apart from simply doing our part for the environment, it helps support the green initiatives of our customers — which is important.”

With efficiency remaining a common theme, Gilchrist Metal Fabricating Company has also announced multiple equipment optimizations, including numerous upgrades to robotic welding equipment. Additions like advanced vision systems and adaptive holding tools have enabled the company to drastically increase efficiency and productivity for metal fabrication projects of all sizes.

“Across the country and around the world the focus is on efficiency, whether you’re talking about energy or fabricating costs. We sink or swim based on our ability to competitively deliver more, faster.”

About GMFCO
Gilchrist Metal Fabricating Company was established in Hudson, New Hampshire in 1975. Since then, GMFCO has been focused on providing industry leading metal fabrications and welding services for customers across the country.

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https://www.scottbrown.com/scott-brown-governor-romney-rally-gilchrist-metal-fabricating-discuss-high-energy-prices

The pair addressed the need to lower energy costs and increase supply to boost New Hampshire’s economy and eliminate the burdens of the Obama-Shaheen failed economic policies.

“New Hampshire’s energy costs are through the roof and Senator Shaheen wants to make them even higher by voting to pave the way for a new national energy tax,” said Brown “She has consistently voted against small business and has received an incredible zero rating from the National Federation of Independent Businesses. I’m running to put New Hampshire first and I’m glad to have Governor Romney here today. Our nation would be a lot better off with him in the White House.”

“Scott Brown knows what it takes to keep the economy growing, while Jeanne Shaheen has voted to open the door for a national energy tax and supports President Obama 99 percent of the time,” said Romney. “We need an independent senator who will fight for New Hampshire and that person is Scott Brown.”

Gilchrist Metal Fabricating, with 35 employees, manufactures metal products for 29 service industry companies and cites energy bills are the second most expensive cost for their business. Recent reports state energy prices will increase by up to 50 percent in New Hampshire this winter.

In 2013, Senator Shaheen voted to pave the way for a new national energy tax. According to a study from the non-partisan National Association of Manufacturers, gas prices would increase by 20 cents per gallon and home heating costs would rise by $650 annually. Shaheen has a 0% rating this Congress from the National Federation of Independent Business, compared to Brown’s nearly perfect lifetime record of 94%.

“We appreciate Scott Brown and Governor Romney joining us today to focus on reviving our economy,” said Jack Gilchrist, owner of Gilchrist Metal Fabricating. “Scott has been a champion for small businesses and will support meaningful reforms to lower energy costs, repeal Obamacare and eliminate the uncertainties of the Obama-Shaheen economy. He has my vote, and we trust him to be the independent voice that will put New Hampshire first.”

Contact: Jack Gilchrist, President
Phone number: 603.889.2600