Christy Stainback (@stainbacksteelworks)
Welcome to this week's #benchmarkspotlight (formerly the #weldershowcase) - we had the opportunity to sit down with Christy from @stainbacksteelworks and talk a little shop.
If you would like to be featured in our weekly spotlight (100% FREE) and have a chance at winning one of our Grinder Hoods please send us an email to leo.benchmarkabrasives@gmail.com to get you scheduled in an upcoming week. And for those of you that take the time to share your story with us, we'd be happy to provide a free BA banner. These spotlights are intended to highlight your skill, your business, and your tips and tricks. Most of all it's to have a little fun!
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Name: Christy Stainback
Business Name: Stainback Steel Works
Location: Rougemont, NC
Website: www.stainbacksteelworks.com
Specialties: welded art, metal sculpture
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Tell us about yourself - what inspired you to get into your trade? And how long? I started welding around 10 years ago, helping my ex husband weld patch panels on classic vehicles
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What keeps you motivated throughout the day? I just enjoy welding so much, it draws me in and keeps me motivated! |
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What is your favorite shop tool and why? My welder!!! I'm a welder, can't weld without it!!! |
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What's your favorite piece that you've worked on? I was asked to make the Purple Heart logo for a great group of Purple Heart Veterans |
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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? I would love to do my own custom car or truck build for SEMA one year |
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What BA product is your favorite and why?
Grinding Hood!! I use it many hours every day. It's the best one I've tried!! (No, I'm not just saying that)
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What BA product surprised you in terms of quality - what about it set it apart from the competition?
The flap discs! I could not believe how well they worked, and how long they lasted!! Blew me away with the quality!
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If there was one person you could collaborate with - who would it be and why?
Rae Ripple. Her vision with metal and her work are incredible!!
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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 started doing this sooner!! And never let the nay-sayers get to you. Just because they can't, doesn't mean you can't!
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What are your future plans for your shop?
Future plans for my shop include custom car and motorcycle builds, all while doing metal art full time!!
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A Note From Leo
Thanks for sharing your story with us, Christy, and Happy New Year!