We’re back from NASCC 2025: The Steel Conference, and we’re energized by the connections, conversations, and insights gathered at one of the year’s most important events for the structural steel industry. Held in Louisville, Kentucky and hosted by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), NASCC delivered three powerful days of learning, networking, and innovation which is exactly what we’ve come to expect from this steel-focused gathering.
For American Punch, the conference was a fantastic opportunity to engage with fabricators, engineers, detailers, and steel professionals who drive this industry forward. Here’s our recap of the highlights from our time at Booth 822 and what stood out from NASCC 2025.
Connecting with Structural Steel Professionals
Jovan Vucenovic, VP of Sales at American Punch, speaks with customers at NASCC 2025
At NASCC, the focus is clear: structural steel. This makes it an ideal environment for American Punch to showcase the high-performance tooling solutions we design for projects like steel buildings, bridges, and joist systems. The attendees we spoke with brought real-world challenges and insightful questions to the table and our conversations gave us a clear look at the current needs and priorities across the industry.
We were thrilled to speak with so many visitors at our booth who were seeking tools that can enhance reliability, extend tool life, and deliver better results on the shop floor.
Our Tooling Took Center Stage
Our booth drew consistent interest from teams working with some of the industry’s biggest fabrication machines. We highlighted our ironworker tooling and precision-engineered solutions compatible with equipment from:
Whether you’re punching, shearing, or drilling, we offer tooling that integrates seamlessly into your equipment and performs when it matters most. Visitors to our booth were especially interested in our full line of offerings, including:
- Ironworker Tooling: Built tough for structural work, with punches, dies, and shear blades that handle even the most demanding jobs.
- Annular Cutters: Designed for fast, clean cuts in heavy-duty applications.
- Structural Steel Drills: Engineered to cut cleaner and last longer in high-volume environments.
- Precision Tooling: Made to order, made to perform—designed to meet tight tolerances and custom requirements.
- Standard Tooling: A wide range of ready-to-go tooling for your everyday production needs.
What We Heard from the NASCC Floor
The big takeaway from conversations at NASCC 2025? Fabricators are under pressure, facing tight deadlines, labor shortages, and increasing demand for precision. Attendees told us they’re looking for partners that don’t just supply tooling but understand their process and help make it better.
That’s why we emphasized our commitment to more than just products. At American Punch, we offer reliability, speed, and expert support that our customers can count on. Whether it’s solving production bottlenecks or customizing tooling for a new machine, our goal is to help you keep projects moving forward.
NASCC: A Conference that Delivers
This year’s NASCC featured over 200 technical sessions, workshops, and product showcases—all dedicated to improving how we design, fabricate, and build with structural steel. It was an honor to be among the exhibitors supporting the backbone of steel construction in America.
As always, AISC created a space where professionals could learn and grow—from detailing and connection design to automation trends and shop-floor improvements. The energy on the show floor was high, and it’s clear that innovation is alive and well in this industry.
Looking to the Future with American Punch
We left NASCC 2025 with a renewed sense of purpose and a stronger connection to the fabricators and engineers shaping the built environment. If we had the chance to speak at the show, thank you. If not, we’d still love to connect.
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Thank you to everyone who stopped by Booth 822 and to AISC for hosting another world-class event. We’re proud to support the structural steel community with tooling that keeps you building stronger, faster, and smarter.
Stay in Touch with American Punch
If you’re looking to improve productivity, keep up with the latest tooling tech, or just want to chat about where the industry is headed, stay connected with us! Follow American Punch for the latest updates, product innovations, and insights into the manufacturing world. We’re excited about what the future holds and are here to help you reach your goals.
Thanks for joining us on this NASCC journey—here’s to future events, continued collaboration, and an ever-stronger manufacturing community!
