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Consolidate Orders to Save on Shipping
As a general rule of thumb, one big order ships for less than three smaller orders.
Read MoreGrowing PMPA Member Kalkaska Screw Products Values Active Involvement
Kalkaska Screw Products Inc. (KSP) was a machining division of an automotive filter manufacturing company until 1996 when the company decided to eliminate the division.
Read MoreVision, Mission ... Purpose?
A purpose statement describes the impact of the company’s activities from the customer’s point of view.
Read MoreMicro-Grooving Tools Provide Many Parts Solutions
This shop taps a range of advanced equipment to machine parts from materials such as aluminum, stainless steel and high-nickel-content alloys that often have application critical features. Micro-grooves fall into this category.
Read MoreAmerica Works Because America Works
For the majority of us, work is sustenance. Money is important, but often for many Americans, it’s about the doing, as well. If we can work, we will.
Read MoreWebinar: Micro Cutting Tools and Toolholders
Register now for Big Kaiser's live, online presentation covering how modern technology and techniques can be used to increase productivity and ROI in micro manufacturing applications (October 21 at 2 p.m., EST).
Read MorePMPA Member Attracting Talent to Manufacturing
MFG Day event draws more than 200 students to precision machine shop.
Read MoreRefer to MyShow Planner for Follow Up
If you went to IMTS 2014, it's time to follow up with companies that interest you. Let MyShow Planner help.
Read MoreA Tool for Finding Tools
Novo is an online resource that supplies optimal feed and speed recommendations and more.
Read MoreDon’t Burn the Tool
If a tool gets too hot to hold while grinding, you have already ruined it.
Read MoreSeptember Index Reflects Slowest Growth This Year
The trend in backlogs indicates significant increases in capacity utilization and capital equipment consumption for next year.
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