PM Blog

Lean Six Sigma Training Benefits Companies, Customers

Companies may face obstacles when implementing Lean Six Sigma practices, but the quality improvement and waste reduction can have long-term benefits in customer satisfaction, work culture and efficiency.

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Cutting Tools

A New Approach to CNC Turning

This turning process takes advantage of a turn-mill’s B-axis spindle to vary a tool’s approach angle to optimize chip control and feed rates. 

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25 Lessons in 25 Years

“We’re going to need someone to run the company. Do you think you can do it?”

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Cutting Tools

Tooling System Reduces Setup Time So Shop Stays Competitive

Turret adapted clamping units and quick-change tooling systems have helped a company use its new turning centers more effectively, so it can win new business in a competitive environment.

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Emerging Leader Aaron Zarembski Increases Customer Satisfaction

Strong customer service qualities and technical knowledge lead Aaron down the road to success.

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Change the Perception of Manufacturing—Host or Sponsor an MFG Day Event

MFG Day events often serve as the first step toward a manufacturing career for curious students. Here's why you should host one.

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Parts Cleaning

Maximizing Cleaning and Rust Preventive Programs

Properly managed and controlled chemistry applied to the correctly designed aqueous parts washer is a formula for successful cleaning and corrosion resistance.

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Employment and Supplier Deliveries Lead PMI

The Precision Machining Index (PMI) ended 32 consecutive months of expanding activity readings with a July reading of 47.1. Readings above 50 indicate expanding activity and values below 50 indicate contracting activity.

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MMS Announces 2019 Top Shops Winners

The survey is divided into four primary sections: machining technology, shopfloor practices, business strategies and human resources.

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Emerging Leader Alex Puff Focuses on Education

Entrepreneur-turned manufacturing engineer focuses on educating those around him.

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Pick Up the Pieces

Here’s an assortment of random thoughts for the month, from current events to upcoming Production Machining content.

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Standardized Controls Aid Shop's Apprenticeship Program

Cox Manufacturing’s commitment to standardization, from the parts it makes to its machine controls and apprenticeship program, is an important factor in its growth.

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Kyocera
SPC Innovations, In-machine gaging and attachments
Marubeni Citizen-Cincom
SolidCAM
Techspex
World Machine Tool Survey
Horn USA
Star swiss-type automatic lathes
Length and Diameter Gages, Broken tool Detectors