The Crucible
Warren Breslau is an experienced professional in the machining and fabrication industry, serving as the owner of 5th Street Machine Arts since January 2011, which operates as a full-service precision machine, fabrication, and design studio. In addition to running a successful business, Warren has held the position of Instructor and TIG Welding Department Head at The Crucible since 2001. Previous roles include serving as an engineer at Vapore from March 2004 to January 2011 and as Shop Manager at Production Robotics from 2000 to 2004. Warren holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Biochemistry-Molecular Biology from UC Santa Barbara, earned between 1981 and 1985.
The Crucible
The Crucible is a nonprofit educational facility that fosters a collaboration of Arts, Industry and Community. Through training in the fine and industrial arts, The Crucible promotes creative expression, reuse of materials, and innovative design while serving as an accessible arts venue for the general public.