{"id":296237,"date":"2023-02-03T14:25:32","date_gmt":"2023-02-03T14:25:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/?p=296237"},"modified":"2023-02-07T16:28:23","modified_gmt":"2023-02-07T16:28:23","slug":"rapid-metals-attends-makers-central-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rapidmetals.co.uk\/rapid-metals-attends-makers-central-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong>Rapid Metals Attends Makers Central 2023!<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rapid Metals team is proud to be attending Makers Central, an event that will be held on 13 \u2013 14 May 2023 at the NEC in Birmingham. This is an annual event that was started by Youtuber, Nick Zammeti, who became known for his impressive makes and builds of various objects. The event is a great space for individuals who love crafting with metal, wood, plastic, and other materials. As a result, we\u2019re more than confident that we\u2019ll fit in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re very much looking forward to attending Makers Central, which is why we thought we\u2019d put together a blog about it. This way, our customers can learn more about the event, and we might even see you there! Read on to discover more about Makers Central and why you should certainly buy tickets this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Nick Zammeti<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nick Zammeti started his YouTube channel in 2015, which initially started out as a hobby. Since then, though, the channel has grown significantly, allowing him to create videos full-time. As well as entertaining people and inspiring new products, the premise of Zammeti\u2019s YouTube channel revolves around the creating and making of \u201cstuff\u201d. Aside from a handful of blacksmithing and woodturning lessons, Zammeti is a self-taught \u201cmaker\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to his YouTube channel and Makers Central show, Zammeti was also a part of Channel 4\u2019s Mend it for Money in February 2021. It\u2019s safe to say that he\u2019s among the best makers in the country, and we can\u2019t wait to attend his event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Attractions and Activities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Makers Central is set to be packed full of attractions and activities for making enthusiasts. Listed below are some of our favourite attractions that Makers Central has lined up (of course, they\u2019re all metal-related in some way):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Metal Clay UK<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T-1-FNY Robot Premier<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kids Workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make with Makers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Makers Market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vectric Meet Up Area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frankly Built and Iron Man Suit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Johnny 5 Replica Nottingham<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Museum of Impossible Things<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Makers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As previously mentioned, Makers Central is THE place for makers to convene and share their expertise, latest projects, and more. Listed below are some of the most popular YouTube makers that are gracing the event, but these are just the tip of the iceberg:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Black Beard Projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nerdforge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jimmy Diresta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>James Bruton<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, Nick Zammeti will also be in attendance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exhibitors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to dozens of YouTube makers, there will be plenty of exhibitors dotted throughout the space. From Vectric to Carveco, some of the biggest brands in the making industry will be at the show, and here at Rapid Metals, we\u2019re looking forward to getting among them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Make with Rapid Metals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While our physical stores are only in Coventry and Redditch, we also distribute metals via our online store. As a result, if you\u2019re keen to get making in anticipation of Makers Central, we invite you to browse our product range and place an order!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From <a href=\"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/product-category\/aluminium\/\"><strong>aluminium<\/strong><\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/product-category\/steel\/\"><strong>steel<\/strong><\/a>, we provide all manner of metals (and plastics, too!) to suit a wide array of project requirements. So, get making with Rapid Metals, and we hope to see you at Makers Central!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch with any questions or queries relating to our materials or metal applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/rapidmetals.co.uk\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Rapid Metals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rapid Metals is, of course, a metal supplier. With branches in Coventry and Redditch, we\u2019re not too far from Birmingham, making Makers Central the ideal opportunity for us to network with like-minded people! We have an extensive metal collection with various metal types, each of which can be applied to a multitude of unique projects. Ultimately, making is at the heart of what we do, which is why we\u2019re so keen to get involved in the upcoming Makers Central!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More than just metal\u2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t be fooled by the brand name \u201cRapid Metals\u201d, as we distribute plastics, too! As a result, our making capabilities aren\u2019t restricted to metal alone; we\u2019re also keen to engage with plastic projects.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Rapid Metals team is proud to be attending Makers Central, an event that will be held on 13 \u2013 14 May 2023 at the NEC in Birmingham. This is an annual event that was started by Youtuber, Nick Zammeti, who became known for his impressive makes and builds of various objects. 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