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Do You Want the Last Word?

I’m always looking for quality contributed articles from industry experts about a range of topics to use to button up each issue of Production Machining.

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Jim’s a Hardware Man

Troubleshooting is a learned skill, and manufacturing’s troubleshooters are aging out. While we should appreciate them while we have them, we must prepare for a day when we won’t.

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What’s My IMTS Experience Like?

Some have asked me this question. Here’s a bit of what I’m doing before and during next month’s International Manufacturing Technology Show.

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Letter of Intent Considerations

Here is how you can increase the likelihood of being selected when you have competition for acquiring a lower-middle-market manufacturing company.

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The Cost of CMMC for Small Manufacturing Businesses

Here are examples of costs and challenges unique to small business manufacturers operating in the Defense Industrial Base relative to Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification.

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Basics

Machining More Than Metal

Plastics for medical and industrial applications present different challenges than metals as I’ve reported on over the years.

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How Do You AI?

The most pressing question for many embarking on their AI journey is where to begin.

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Your CNC Machine Shop's Appearance Matters

An architect who designed a machine shop’s new facility to offer a more modern and inviting look walks through the process and offers advice for other manufacturers considering such a makeover.

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8 Cybersecurity Best Practices to Implement

Cyber criminals employ a wide range of tactics to breach your defenses and exploit system vulnerabilities. By staying informed about these common threats, you can better prepare your business to face them head-on.

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Guiding Manufacturers Through the Latest Energy Market Trends

Consider these strategies to help maintain competitiveness in a dynamic energy market while embracing sustainability.

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