At OMS, we believe that an investment in our employees will not only strengthen the quality of our workforce but will cultivate a mindset for innovation and development that will directly benefit our customers. Across our facilities, multiple training platforms and resources are offered to develop the strengths of our employees and in turn, deliver the best possible results for our customers.

• APEX – Production Control Certification
• CWI – Certified Welder Inspector Certification
• IMT – Industrial Manufacturing Technician Certification
• Journeyman Certificate/Apprenticeship Program
• OMS Monterrey Welding School
• PHR – Professional in Human Resources
• Safety and Compliance Training

In addition, we offer and/or participate in specialized training:

• Connection Sales Training
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Training
• Employment Law Training for HR Professionals
• First Line Supervisor Training
• LEAP – Leadership, Executions, and Action Planning
• MSCI SMM – Strategic Metals Management
• Thayer Leadership at West Point
• EPIC Leadership Program

The OMS EPIC leadership program is an 15-month-long series of training intended to support individuals who have been identified as high-potential leaders. Promoting performance, innovation, empowerment, and character, attendees from each OMS facility enroll in MSCI’s Thayer Leadership at West Point, Strategic Metals Management Course, and other training programs at our Birmingham. AL headquarters. EPIC cohorts gain valuable leadership skills that will steer O’Neal Manufacturing Services toward 2024 and beyond.

We are committed to providing each of our clients with strategic manufacturing support that produces superior, high-performing products. OMS offers a secure, flexible manufacturing solution for reliable, long-term growth. Let’s Build Things!®

O’Neal Manufacturing Services produces long-lasting, quality parts for the power generation industry. Our Ambridge, PA facility is a 200,000 sq. ft. powerhouse of multi-step metal fabrication and welded assemblies.

Peddinghaus Structural Steel Drill Line

Powerful drilling technology from Peddinghaus tackles the linear processing of beams, tubes, channels, angles, and flats with maximum operating time and drill hole quality.

• High-Speed Drill/Saw Line
• 3-Spindle Carbide Drilling
• Miter and Straight Cut Sawing
• Cope/Slot Milling
• Tapping and, Countersinking
• 2” – 24.5” Width
• ¾” – 13.75” Height
• 2” – 12” Angle

Manufacturing Support for the Pittsburgh Steel Industry

The O’Neal name brings substantial buying power to the Pittsburgh steel industry. Located adjacent to our sister company, O’Neal Steel, material availability couldn’t be simpler. Wide-Flange and I-Beams for construction, building, component, and other structural manufacturing applications are only steps away from our fabrication hub. Nestled between two Ambridge steel galvanizers, O’Neal Manufacturing Services is the first choice for companies requiring fabricated components, sub-assemblies, and weldments.

Manufacturing Capacity in the Energy Sector

OMS offers significant capacity and manufacturing redundancy. Our team is experienced in solving unique design-to-manufacturing challenges and will create the most effective solution for your project. Experience outstanding quality, on-time delivery, and significant savings to your supply chain with the capable team at O’Neal Manufacturing Services. Let’s Build Things! ®  

The 8th annual Women of Excellence in Metal Forming and Fabricating Award is a recognition given by the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA), MetalForming magazine, and the Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) to employees who have shown outstanding performance and leadership in our industry.

O’Neal Manufacturing Services is proud to have three outstanding employees recognized this year as Women of Excellence. Each demonstrates merit in meeting their workplace responsibilities, dedication to their company and the industry, and innovation and creativity in their work. They are a testament to their increasing role and representation in manufacturing, which is vital for the growth and sustainability of the industry.

Bethany Dowell has seamlessly navigated various roles at our Indianapolis fabrication plant. Starting from the shop floor, Bethany progressed through inventory and production and is now the Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager. Always mindful of her fellow employee’s tasks, she even learned to weld. Bethany’s commitment to self-improvement is evident, having earned her associate’s and bachelor’s degrees, and ultimately, her MBA. Throughout her journey, she has demonstrated readiness to take on additional responsibilities, showcasing her ability to build morale and form meaningful relationships with her peers.

Angel Chamberlin joined the OMS Cedar Falls team in 2013. Her meticulous attention to detail, organizational skills, and a focused approach to success have served OMS well. With previous experience in the metal industry, she quickly progressed through roles of inside sales coordinator, account manager, and production control manager. Recently promoted to Assistant General Manager, Angel thoughtfully leverages innovative ideas to enhance communication and foster continuous improvement across all departments of her thriving fabrication team.  

Amanda Wood has been on a steady career climb since joining the company as a Product Specialist in 2014. Within three years at our Birmingham, AL headquarters, she moved into the supply chain department. Her next promotion in 2019 took her to Greensboro, NC to assume the role of Materials Manager. In 2021, Amanda stepped into the role of Assistant General Manager. Recognized for her accountability, management, and communication skills, Amanda was most recently promoted to General Manager for the Greensboro facility in June of this year.  As the first female General Manager in the company, her talents and contributions have been duly recognized throughout our organization. 

The Women of Excellence award also aims to celebrate the diversity and talent of the manufacturing workforce and to inspire others to pursue careers in this industry. Award recipients are selected from a pool of nominations submitted by their peers, colleagues, or employers, based on criteria such as:

• Excellence in meeting workplace responsibilities
• Dedication to their company and the industry
• Innovation and creativity in their work
• Leadership and mentorship skills
• Community involvement and volunteerism
• Professional development and education

The Women of Excellence award is one of the ways that PMA, MetalForming, and WiM support and promote women in manufacturing, and encourage the engagement of women who want to share perspectives, gain cutting-edge manufacturing information, improve leadership and communication skills, participate in sponsoring programs, and network with peers.

We celebrate the women of O’Neal Manufacturing Services and thank them for their unwavering service. They continue to inspire us with their performance and dedication, and we hope they will encourage others to pursue careers in this industry.

Reliable Steel Angle Fabrication

Construction companies and large equipment manufacturers often search for a reliable fabrication partner to provide heavy-duty steel components that adhere to their planned run schedule. As a fabricator of choice for manufacturers seeking high-volume, structural steel angle and flat bars, O’Neal Manufacturing Services (OMS) is a trusted solution provider for repetitive structural steel part production. View our CNC Angle Line capabilities.

Speed and Efficiency

Traditional steel angle and flat bar fabrication often involve labor-intensive processes like sawing, burning, and machining. OMS eliminates these time-consuming steps through its advanced machinery and automation. Featuring high-volume production capability, CNC Angle lines produce segments of angle and flat bar stock at a rapid speed, with no manual drilling. With automated angle masters equipped to handle large-scale production, OMS ensures structural steel components are fabricated accurately and efficiently and allows OEM projects to move forward at a faster pace, saving valuable time and resources.

Precision and Consistency

CNC Angle Lines offer manufacturing versatility and can be programmed to create an array of angle and hole patterns tailored to specific project requirements. OMS offers fully programmable CNC Angle Lines to fabricate precisely punched, marked, and sheared steel components. Maintaining part accuracy, improving productivity, and reducing scrap are top of mind for structural equipment manufacturers. Angle and flat bar fabrication from OMS not only speeds up production but also reduces the potential for errors and waste.

Steel Angle Use

Often referred to as angle iron or angle bar, structural steel angles are produced in the form of brackets, trims, clips, and gusset plates. Steel angles create connections between different components and provide stability to support heavy loads. They can be found in a wide range of construction projects, including buildings, bridges, and mezzanines. They are also used to join sections of railroad tracks and can be found in tank cars, trailers, truck beds, utility carts, forklifts, excavators, frames, shelves, and other components requiring stability and reinforcement.

Multiple Locations for Convenience

O’Neal Manufacturing Services has ten strategically positioned facilities across North America with three specific fabrication plants boasting CNC Angle Lines in Indianapolis, IN; Houston, TX; and Louisville, KY. This geographical spread allows OMS to effectively cater to the diverse needs of its clients and ensures angle and flat bar fabrication services are easily accessible to customers across the nation.

Comprehensive Structural Angle Solutions

When it comes to structural steel angle and flat bar fabrication, O’Neal Manufacturing Services stands out as a reliable and efficient partner. By providing CNC Angle lines, OMS demonstrates a commitment to high-volume production for large equipment manufacturers and others seeking quality steel components. For OEMs looking to boost their angle and flat bar component production while maintaining part accuracy and improving productivity, O’Neal Manufacturing Services is the solution.

O’Neal Manufacturing Services (OMS) provides custom production solutions to help your business succeed. As a trusted supplier of fabricated metal components and welded assemblies, we deliver high-volume, quality-approved metal products, ensuring you have the inventory needed to maintain your production schedules. With our extensive fabrication capabilities, strategic supply chain partnerships, ISO 9001:2015 certification, and multiple North American facilities, we are a proven leader in the metal fabrication industry and committed to our customers’ long-term success.

Major Industries Served By OMS

At O’Neal Manufacturing Services, we work hard to solve your unique design-to-manufacturing challenges and will create the most effective solution for your project. Specializing in parts that originate from light to heavy gauge steel plates, (1/8″ or thicker), we have the skills, expertise, and state-of-the-art equipment to produce complex parts requiring tight tolerance with precision and accuracy.

Specialized Fabrication Services From OMS

Signature Chefs Feeding Motherhood is a unique fundraising event that brings together the area’s finest culinary talent along with key corporate sponsors to support the March of Dimes.

O’Neal Manufacturing Services was honored to participate as a platinum sponsor of this premier fundraising event for the organization. Attendees gathered at The Fennec in Birmingham, AL to sample signature dishes prepared by local chefs and to participate in both a silent and a live auction. Funds raised during the evening will support critical programs for mothers and babies.

The March of Dimes organization is dedicated to improving maternal and infant health in the United States.

With a focus on critical issues from prematurity and health equity to maternal and infant mortality and morbidity, their research, education, advocacy, and special programs help moms and babies become healthy and strong. Funds raised at the Signature Chefs event will aid in their mission to end preventable maternal health risks, maternal death, preventable preterm birth, and infant death.  Program examples include NICU Family Support® and Supportive Pregnancy Care®.

Signature Chefs participating culinary talent included:

• Ryan Westover from Pizza Grace
• Shelbie King from The Yard at the Elyton Hotel
• JP Holland from The Fig and Watkins Branch and Brasserie
• Jessica Lindeen from Galley & Garden
• Andrew Hatcher from Bellini’s Ristorante & Bar
• Becky Rabiee from Vino
• Jorge Castro from Sol Y Luna
• Brian Mooney from Tre Luna

Read more about the March of Dimes Signature Chefs event here: https://signaturechefs.marchofdimes.org/

Amanda Powell Wood made history in 2023 as she became the First Female General Manager for O’Neal Manufacturing Services.

A 9-year veteran, Amanda Wood has been on a steady career climb since joining the company as a Product Specialist in 2014. Within three years at our Birmingham, AL headquarters, she moved into the supply chain department. Her next promotion in 2019 took her to Greensboro, NC to assume the role of Materials Manager. In 2021, Amanda stepped into the role of Assistant General Manager. Recognized for her accountability, management, and communication skills, Amanda was most recently promoted to General Manager for the Greensboro facility in June of this year.

We caught up with Amanda to get her perspective on women in manufacturing, starting with the advice she would offer women who are considering entering the industry.

My advice is to not hold yourself back. I did not know much about the steel business when I started my career. Now, I recognize the impact steel has on our daily lives. Driving down the road, I see a truck full of machinery with parts I know we helped to make here at OMS. I get such a positive feeling of accomplishment knowing my team had a part in something impactful. It makes for an extremely rewarding career.

What are the benefits of having women in leadership positions within the manufacturing industry?

Successful women leaders offer a unique perspective and leadership style. In our industry, there is a bias towards masculinity, and this drives me personally to succeed because I feel that bias needs to change. I believe a diverse culture in an organization will positively impact growth within the industry and that female leaders can be just as empowering and respected as their male counterparts.

What has been the most significant barrier in your career?

I put a lot of pressure on myself to be perfect, but I have learned that I can and will make mistakes. I just make sure to learn from them and to be better. My goal is to be knowledgeable about all aspects of the job, and I have had to remind myself that being confident is different than being arrogant.

What motivated you to become a leader in the organization?

There are a number of strong women in my family whom I admire, and I strive to be like each of them. I’m also fortunate that the leadership here at O’Neal Manufacturing Services has consistently encouraged me to keep moving my career forward. The men in my life have also been my champions. In each of my roles at OMS, I have been fortunate to have male team leaders who believed in me and who gave me the tools necessary to succeed. It has been much easier to keep striving when my life has been full of people reminding me that I can do it.

What advice would you give to the next generation of female leaders?

You’ve got this! Find your leadership style and work every day to be better. Seek out the people you can count on to give you honest feedback. Be confident in knowing you are doing your very best every day.

Laser welding is a process used to join metals together by using a highly concentrated beam of light, or laser beam, to form a weld. As the high-energy laser pulses, it heats up a small area of the receiving material, melting it to form a specific molten pool. The liquified area, or weld bead, cools and fuses the joint area of two parts.

The laser welding process differs from other welding methods in several ways, including the process in which the joints are heated, weld material consumption, weld precision, weld speed, and machine cost.

Let’s review some aspects of the laser welding process that make it unique.

• Laser welding is a very fast technique, completing welds twice as fast as MIG welding and up to ten times faster than TIG welding.
• Laser welding produces strong, reliable welds, with greater tensile and bending strength and less risk of contamination than MIG, TIG, or Arc welding.
• Laser welding is a non-contact process meaning there is no physical contact between the workpiece and the welding tool.
• Laser welding can be autogenous, requiring no filler material, or additive, including a metallic wire or powder.
• Laser welding introduces just enough heat needed to form the weld, creating a more focused heat-affected zone than those resulting from other welding methods.
• Lasers produce welds with a high aspect ratio, joining materials of large depths and narrow widths that are often unsuitable for other welding techniques.
• Laser welding is highly accurate and precise, making it an ideal method for welding a wide range of materials including structural steel, alloy steel, carbon steel, copper titanium, nickel, aluminum, and refractory metals.
• Laser welding is not limited by the thickness of the weld object and is suitable for fusing both delicate or thin-walled materials and thicker steel plates, from 0.005” – 0.25”.

Laser welding machines are more expensive than traditional equipment purchases, but the advantages often pay for themselves.

Industrial laser welding equipment comes with a price tag of $50,000 – $100,000. The imported fiber laser required to produce electro-optical conversion is a necessary requirement, albeit an expensive one. Producing continuously adjustable, high-beam power also requires a quality cooling system. Fume extractors are necessary to maintain a clean and fume-free workspace. The laser welding apparatus will also need regular maintenance, which can be costly.

Laser welding is most commonly used to join machined components requiring high-volume production. The results include consistent weld locations, precise part fit, and above-average surface finish. Though tooling and laser costs may be higher, they are easily justified by the quality, repeatability, and cycle times when compared with traditional welding methods.

Industry Applications of Laser Welding

The laser welding method is often used in the automotive industry when attaching body panels or sealing fuel tanks or exhaust couplings. The agriculture equipment industry requires welded components for reapers, planters, weeders, and tractors. The energy sector is served by the laser welding of turbine components, boilers, and pipelines. Revolving doors, liquid tanks, refineries, pacemakers, and ships have all been touched by laser welding technology.

O’Neal Manufacturing Services offers laser welding services for original equipment manufacturers.

Our skilled operators and state-of-the-art laser welding machinery will produce high-quality welds with the accuracy and repeatability you can count on. O’Neal Manufacturing Services is your solution for laser welding and more. We offer specialized fabrication services with additional machining capabilities for any type of high-volume project. Let’s Build Things!®

The railway industry provides essential transportation solutions that connect America’s goods and services. Our railroads are vital to the U.S. economy, carrying loads of cargo across the country more efficiently than any other mode of transportation.

As a key supplier to the industry, O’Neal Manufacturing Services (OMS) provides strategic fabrication services including heavy steel frames and structures essential for rail cars and locomotives, components for rail crossing and ancillary structures, and lightweight aluminum parts and assemblies. In addition, we supply special steel profiles for rail fastening, construction components for railroad tracks, and flats and angles with special dimensions for railroad cars. Our extensive rail industry manufacturing experience results in high-quality products to keep this vital industry on track.

Rail Car Components That Keep Our Trains Moving

O’Neal Manufacturing Services is highly experienced in the fabrication of rail car components. From simple punched or burned parts to complex weldments and heavy steel rail car frames, OMS serves rail car customers with repeatability and cost-efficiency. Examples of rail car components we produce include:

Bolsters

• Frames & Supports
• Manway Covers
• Buckets & Hoppers
• Dividers
• Wheel Supports
• Housings & Enclosures
• Equipment Guards & Protectors
• Rails, Ladders, and Cage Ladders
• Specialized & General-Purpose Components

Project Management and Fabrication for Locomotive Manufacturers

O’Neal Manufacturing Services supports the locomotive manufacturing supply chain with improved production throughput, reduced inventory exposure, and expedited speed to market. Examples of locomotive components we produce include:

• End Plate Assemblies
• Snowplows
• Collision Posts
• Truck Pin Assemblies
• Platform Sills & Sill Beams
• Ed & Deck Platform Plates
• Brake Levers
• Step/Stair Assemblies
• Safety Rails
• Cab & Roof Components
• Bolster and Support Assemblies

Rail Support and Safety Equipment Manufacturing

Railroad safety and track repair products ensure our nation’s railyards operate securely and efficiently. OMS furnishes railroad crossing equipment suppliers with welded assemblies and kitted components to support their manufacturing supply chain. Our wide stock of aluminum and steel parts coupled with kitting, packaging, and release programs will help reduce lead times and streamline overall part production. Rail crossing, safety, and support components we provide include:

• Bridge Crossing Structures
• Switch Houses
• Signal Masts
• Cantilever Arm Counterweights
• Welded Platforms
• PTC Components & Masts

Association of American Railroads Quality Assurance Program Certification

O’Neal Manufacturing Services has met the requirements of the Association of American Railroads with AAR M-1003 certification. Our highly skilled teams and advanced fabricating, assembly, and finishing capabilities have earned us a reputation for excellence in the rail industry.

We provide our OEM clients with a reliable supply of quality-approved metal components, ensuring that they have the inventory needed to maintain production schedules. With over 100 years of manufacturing expertise, OMS is a trusted supplier of fabricated metal components and welded sub-assemblies that are essential to the successful operation of our nation’s railroad manufacturers.

Large metal structures and frames are the building blocks of our communities. From I-beams and steel plates to reinforced steel bars, channels, tubes, pipes, angles, and flats, these metal parts are the backbone of society. Used to build our workplaces, roads, farms, and factories, the construction industry’s use of structural steel parts makes up half of all the steel consumption on our planet. With its ability to take on many shapes, and the durability to sustain our greatest formations, structural steel is the ideal material for creating foundations that stand the test of time.

Features and Applications of Structural Steel Parts

Structural steel parts are sturdy and durable. Composed of iron and carbon, structural steel contains a higher tensile strength and maintains an increased strength-to-weight ratio over its mild steel counterparts. When fabricated and erected, these steel parts are capable of handling heavy loads without buckling or eroding over time. They maintain a high wind load, have great constructability, and, of course, are incredibly strong.  Structural steel is highly resistant to heat, and it is waterproof, fire-resistant, pest-resistant, and extremely long-lasting. The versatility of this hard-wearing metal makes it the preferred building material for the construction industry and ideal for the following applications:

Fabrication of Structural Steel Parts

The fabrication process of structural steel parts consists of cutting, forming, welding, and assembly to form a structure or component. Common structural shapes include I-shaped cross-sections, hollow structural sections, L-shaped cross-sections, Z-shapes, C-beams, T-shaped cross-sections, bars, rods, joints, and plates. Experienced metal fabricators are often enlisted to supply these shapes to busy construction equipment OEMs and heavy industrial contractors. Fabricators can produce custom steel beams, columns, trusses, and other structural elements according to the specific requirements of the construction project. O’Neal Manufacturing Services (OMS) has both the resources and capacity to support the material needs of the construction industry. From simple burn-to-shape parts to subassemblies with multiple components, our ability to produce parts that fall under multiple supplier codes offers numerous advantages to construction OEMs and their production teams.

Structural Beam Line Processing

O’Neal Manufacturing Services offers robotic beam line processing for structural steel applications. Our PythonX® robotic beam line makes multi-faceted cuts to rolled steel sections and steel beams. Channels, beams, angle iron, square and rectangular HSS, flat bars, strip plates, and stair stringers are measured and cut with highly accurate results. CNC beam drilling technology ensures coping, notching, mitering, tapping, and countersinking are carried out with maximum efficiency to produce:

• Bevel Angles
• Bolt Holes
• Copes
• Cut-Outs
• Cut-To-Length
• Miter Cuts
• Notches
• Slots
• T-Beams

 Angle and Flat Bar Fabrication

Clips, angles, gusset plates, and braces are essential components of the metal construction process. OMS offers angle and flat bar processing with our programmable CNC angle lines.  Angle lines punch and shear flat bar or angled bar, while maintaining part-to-part accuracy and reducing scrap. By utilizing CNC angle lines, segments of angle and bar stock are fabricated at a rapid speed and with no manual drilling. Original equipment manufacturers turn to OMS for angle line processing of heavy steel parts used in the following industries:

• Construction Equipment
• Trucks & Trailers
• Shipbuilding
• Industrial Equipment
• Renewable Energy
• Communication
• Power Generation
• Railcar and Tank Car
• Material Handling

Manufacturing Expertise for Your Supply Chain

O’Neal Manufacturing Services (OMS) brings over 100 years of industry expertise to your manufacturing supply chain. We recognize the demands of the construction industry and provide strategic fabrication support and superior products. Our teams are adept at solving your unique design-to-manufacturing challenges and will create the most effective supply chain solution for your project.

OMS provides fabricated metal components, sub-assemblies, and weldments to the manufacturers that power our homes, move our goods, build our structures, and drive our economy. Each of our North American facilities is equipped with state-of-the-art steel fabrication equipment and offers significant capacity and manufacturing redundancy. Our tagline says it all. Let’s Build Things®.