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Basics

5 Ideas for Continuous Improvement

These suggestions for manufacturing process improvements are based on Kaizen ideas that call for never-ending improvement from the entire organization.

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PMPA

Choosing Work Perks

Workforce is tight and there are a lot of ideas to retain your skilled workers. How do you choose?

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Basics

Tips for Cleaning Oily Parts

Degreasers are the best option for cleaning parts machined with oil. Vacuum degreasers are recommended for cleaning complex parts.

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Basics

Reducing Variation: The Only Way to Reduce Production Cost

Hidden variation in production is what increases costs in manufacturing. Here are four tips for reducing variability.

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Basics

7 Causes of Quench Cracking in Steel

Failures of steel parts in service or production occur infrequently. However, when steel parts fail, the consequences are dire. Here are seven ways that steel can fail as a result of quench cracking from heat treatment.

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Measurement

Precision Machining Technology Review December 2022: Measurement

Production Machining’s December measurement showcase includes some of the latest technology from Haimer, Hamar, Sunnen, OGP, Marposs and Zeiss.

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Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining November 2022

According to the GBI for Precision Machining, component activity in November is essentially a repeat of October.

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Automation

Video Tech Brief: Benefits of a CNC Bar Puller

CNC bar pullers can benefit machining processes by providing automation. Watch this video to learn more from a user of a bar puller on a turning center.

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Manufacturing in the US Economy — and Our Place in It

Manufacturing is essential to our economy and Precision Machining is just as essential to manufacturing.

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4 Tips for Building an Effective Machining Apprenticeship Program

Developing the right apprenticeship program can be one of the best things a machine shop can do for itself and for the future of manufacturing. Here are key “do’s” and “don’ts” to follow.

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Production Machining’s December 2022 News Highlights

Production Machining’s December 2022 news highlights include a regional headquarters relocation, expanded production facilities, new industry leaders and new distribution partnerships.

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Automation

Robot Readiness: Taking Initial Steps Toward Integration

Not confident enough about automating a process yet in your machine shop? These considerations will help you better understand the path to robot adoption.  

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