Miles Free Director of Industry Affairs, PMPA

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A Reflection on 50 Years in Manufacturing

Miles Free III shares his stories and the lessons learned over 50 years in manufacturing.

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Slings — Critical Infrastructure in Your Shop

Safe sling use is critical for a safe work environment.

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E-Mobility — Opportunity, Not Existential Crisis

“We firmly believe that e-mobility presents a significant opportunity for innovation and growth.” — Markus Horn

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Turned and Polished Steel Barstock: How It Is Manufactured, How It Impacts Your Shop

Understanding the benefits provided by turned and polished steel barstock and its differences from cold-drawn steel barstock can help you and your team avoid unexpected performance issues. 

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Cold-Drawn Steel Barstock: How It Is Manufactured, Benefits to Your Shop

Understanding the benefits provided by cold-drawn steel barstock can help you optimize the work you quote by maximizing benefits to your manufacturing process and customer. 

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Markets Served — Who Knew?

PMPA members shared the markets they served in 2022. The top 5 may surprise you.

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Precision Ground Barstock: How It Is Manufactured, Benefits to Your Shop

Understanding the benefits provided by precision centerless ground barstock can help you avoid false economy and optimize the work you quote by maximizing benefits to your manufacturing process and customer.

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Craftsman Cribsheet No. 114: Factors Influencing Machined Surface Finish in Our Shops

Surface finish is the result of our machining process on raw materials.

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The Precision Machined Products Industry: 2022 Was a Very Good Year

The data supports continued optimism for the precision machining industry.

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What Is the True Value of Your Finished Goods Inventory?

Keeping a large finished stock inventory is the surest way to turn a large fortune into a small one. 

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Training Is More Than a Skills Upgrade

Training is more than a skills upgrade. Training is a process that creates a virtuous cycle for your performers, culture and shop. Why do we train? Why do we need to train?

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Craftsman Cribsheet No. 113: PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcasts — Leadership

PMPA’s Speaking of Precision podcasts can be found on major platforms or on PMPA.org.

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