PM Blog
Shop Optimizes its Swiss-Turning Flexibility
Paramount Machine uses various Swiss-type lathes, some with a B axis, to produce parts more effectively than it did on conventional chucker lathes. Today, nearly every job under 1.5 inches in diameter runs across those machines even if the batch size is a mere 5 pieces.
Read MoreSome Assembly IS Required
This Colorado manufacturer added a separate facility dedicated to customer assembly work and inventory management to produce subassemblies and completed products primarily for medical customers.
Read MoreLeadership Deep Dive — Delegation
Being effective as a leader requires many different attributes. The ability to delegate to subordinates is one of the most critical.
Read MorePrecision Machining Technology Review: May 2024
Production Machining’s May 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Heule Precision Tools, Methods Machine Tools, Open Mind Technologies, Lyndex-Nikken and more.
Read MoreStories of Swiss First Additions
A handful of shops share their stories about the how’s and why’s of adding their first Swiss-type CNC turning centers.
Read More5-Axis Machining Centers Transform Medical Swiss Shop
Traditionally a Swiss machine shop, Swiss Precision Machining Inc. discovers a five-axis machining center that has led the company to substantial growth. (Includes video.)
WatchSales Is Not A Sprint, It’s A Marathon
Successful salespeople know that the sale is as much about the relationship as it is about the product or service.
Read MoreProduction Machining's May 2024 News Highlights
Production Machining’s May 2024 news highlights include new partnerships, personnel appointments and more.
Read MoreHonor Your Scope
Your quality system’s scope statement minimizes risk as well as describes what you do.
Read MoreGuiding Manufacturers Through the Latest Energy Market Trends
Consider these strategies to help maintain competitiveness in a dynamic energy market while embracing sustainability.
Read MoreGardner Business Index: Precision Machining April 2024
Precision Machining activity trended slightly downward in April.
Read MoreIndustrial Cleaning Shop Zeros In on Precision
This parts cleaning company is elevating its efforts to become a technical cleanliness expert, which presents an exciting, yet sometimes arduous, journey. The ongoing education of the team as well as significant investments in equipment and processes attribute to this shop’s success.
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