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Lessons from a Machine Shop Literally on the Move
This Ohio shop relocated its CNC division to a building less than a mile from its headquarters. Reflecting on this successful move, management shares its story and some wisdom about what it learned from the experience.
Read More‘Twas the Season for Equipment Manufacturer Open Houses
I’ve recently traveled to Germany three times to attend four separate manufacturer open houses. Here’s a taste of what I’ve seen.
Read MoreCraftsman Cribsheet No. 118: Put A Little Shine In Your Day
A few hours of preventive maintenance time now will save you an order of magnitude in downtime later by getting ahead of problems.
Read MoreEmerging Leader's Tactical Expertise Shines During Move
Over the past year, Mike Gresen has led his team through the process of opening a new Benchmark Electronics location without interrupting supply to customers and within the company budget, shutting down production for only three business days.
WatchRoles of Women in Manufacturing Series: Manufacturing Shop Owners — Adria Bagshaw and Tanya DiSalvo
Two women share their journeys to ownership and give advice to anyone seeking a career in manufacturing.
Read MoreVideo Tech Brief: Swiss-type Lathe Features High-Damping Composite Casting
A rigid casting design and chip control technology are among the various benefits of this Swiss-type lathe.
WatchPrecision Machining Technology Review August 2023: Tooling
Production Machining’s August 2023 technology showcase includes some of the latest tooling technology from Monaghan Tooling Group, Big Daishowa, Kennametal, Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. and Accutek.
Read MoreEmerging Leader's Dedication to Education
Instilling confidence throughout a shop floor can do wonders for company morale while increasing productivity.
WatchE-Mobility — Opportunity, Not Existential Crisis
“We firmly believe that e-mobility presents a significant opportunity for innovation and growth.” — Markus Horn
Read MoreGardner Business Index: Precision Machining July 2023
Precision machining activity for July was steady with June.
Read MoreProduction Machining's August 2023 News Highlights
Production Machining’s August 2023 news highlights include new company leadership, new headquarters and facilities, advanced manufacturing technology events and more.
Read MoreEmerging Leader Introduces CNC Swiss to Students
Mike Medeiros, production manager at North Easton Machine Co., has been advocating CNC Swiss lathes for years, attempting to persuade his local high school’s administration to add the technology to the school’s machining program. Finally, his efforts paid off.
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