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Family Business Finds ERP Software Tailored to its Needs
When Jim Roberts and the rest of the management team at Roberts Automatic Products decided that they had to purchase an ERP software system for their growing company, it was anything but an easy decision.
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Acoustic Emission Sensing Improves Productivity and Prolongs Grinding Wheel Life
In production of precision metal parts such as automotive or aerospace components, grinding to precise tolerances is of utmost importance.
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Adding Swiss to the Machining Mix
Augmenting this Ohio shop’s machining center based-business with Swiss-type machining capability speaks to trends within the metalworking industry. And it’s working well.
Read MoreI Meet the Nicest People
With many miles and too many years under my belt, it is still a thrill to get into the field to meet and learn from America’s “makers” and pass some of that on to you.
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OSHA Reporting Requirements for Employers Go into Effect Soon
There are four events that must be reported in a timely manner. Take a look at what is required before they go into effect.
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What if Veterans Day Was Celebrated Year-Round?
This past Veterans Day was a memorable one for me. It started with a simple question from my inquisitive 7-year-old son, “What are we going to do to celebrate Veterans Day, Mom?”
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Craftsman's Cribsheet: Grinding Advice You Probably Didn't Know
Here are some reasons why you should not even need gloves when working on grinders and grinding machines.
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PMPA Announces New President Tom Bernstein
Tom Bernstein, president of TORIN Products, was installed as PMPA president at the association’s annual meeting in October.
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Reporting Injuries and Illnesses: On-the-Job Obligation, Not a 'Right'
Paying attention to safety was how we sustained our business, by protecting the health and well-being of our employees.
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A Visit to Robot Land
While visiting the Taiwan Machine Tool Show (TMTS), which recently took place in Taichung, PM Editor Chris Koepfer received a tour of Hiwin’s booth. Here's a short slideshow that illustrates some of the activities he saw on display in the booth.
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PMPA Member Featured in STEM Magazine
A recent article chronicles this company’s 2-year journey from a concept to the reality of having an internship and an apprenticeship program for high school and college students, as well as a fully equipped classroom within its facilities.
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October Index at 49.4, First Contraction Since December 2013
The annual rate of change continued to grow at a strong rate, but it decelerated for the first time since it began growing in February.
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