Ricardo Guerrero (@rkg_fabdesign)
Welcome to this week's #benchmarkspotlight (formerly the #weldershowcase) - we had the opportunity to sit down with Ricardo from @rkg_fabdesign and talk a little shop.
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Name: Ricardo Guerrero
Business Name: RKG Fabrication & Design
Location: Lompoc, CA
Socials: IG: @rkg_fabdesign
Specialties: I specialize in custom gates and handrails.
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Tell us about yourself - what inspired you to get into your trade? And how long? I was inspired by a few friends once I found out I can build stuff I was all in. I’ve been welding for over 6 yrs. I’m certified
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What keeps you motivated throughout the day? What keeps me motivated is my family and they help me become a better person all around. |
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What is your favorite shop tool and why? My favorite shop tool is my evolution saw |
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What's your favorite piece that you've worked on? I’ve worked on many projects but my favorite is this gate I’m showing you. |
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If you could have any job as it relates to question 1 what would it be and what would you do with that? Being a small business owner is my favorite job. I work as much as I need to. |
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What BA product is your favorite and why?
My favorite product is the coated abrasives 4.5. It’s the best I’ve used than any other around and it lasts much longer. You won’t regret this product, it will keep you wanting to try it more. They are that good!
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If there was one person you could collaborate with - who would it be and why?
I would love to collaborate with another artist who does custom work, maybe Jesse James one day.
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Do you have any advice for the next generation that you wish you had when you first started?
I wish I had a plasma table as soon as I started. It makes things much easier.
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What are your future plans for your shop?
I plan to grow the business by getting a bigger plasma table and I’m able to make more bigger signs or anything needed.
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A Note From Leo
Thanks for sharing your story with us, Ricardo! We appreciate you!