PM Blog

Growing 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.

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Vision, Mission ... Purpose?

A purpose statement describes the impact of the company’s activities from the customer’s point of view.

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Cutting Tools

Micro-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.

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America 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.

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Swiss-Types

Swiss-Type with Laser Cutting Capability

New capability for Swiss machines uses a laser.

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Webinar: 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).

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PMPA Member Attracting Talent to Manufacturing

MFG Day event draws more than 200 students to precision machine shop.

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Refer 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.

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A Tool for Finding Tools

Novo is an online resource that supplies optimal feed and speed recommendations and more.

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Don’t Burn the Tool

If a tool gets too hot to hold while grinding, you have already ruined it.

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September 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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Down Mexico Way

Modern Machine Shop Mexico will roll out its first issue in January 2015.

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