Basics
There Is No Time Like the Present
With the talk of a possible recession, you are forgiven for worrying about the future of your business. But for precision parts manufacturers who can see how to reduce the cost of the parts they produce, the global economy offers many potentially profitable opportunities. It all depends on what you listen to and your
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Graphics capabilities on the web have quickly improved and companies are learning how to take advantage of the situation in their online marketing strategies.
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When To Combine Milling And Turning
Turn/Mill technology enables users to complete a workpiece in a single handling. This article looks at some of the criteria that make application of this multi-tasking productive.
Read MoreMutliples Schmultiples:Understanding The Real Value Of Your Business
Quite often we find ourselves at local business events, where the topic frequently turns to stories of somebody selling for some kind of multiple. Comments almost immediately begin flying about how the transaction value as a multiple of something was high or low. Then the fun begins as you quietly ask yourself: “I wonder what my business is worth?”
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Five Steps To A Prosperous Recession
Recession is said to be in the air. How can producers of precision machined products ensure a profitable performance during a possible recession, when Detroit and Tier One buyers are squeezing their suppliers for price concessions? A recession normally means fewer sales (auto sales are predicted to fall to 15.6
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Linear Motor Basics
A steady increase in practical industrial applications has secured a place for linear motors. Here's an overview of the various types of linear motors and what differentiates them from their rotary counterparts.
Read MoreTheft In The Workplace
Theft in the workplace is a growing problem. Read about how to know if your company is a victim of theft by its own employees.
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Selecting The Right Workholding Solution
These tips help solve turning, grinding and milling workholding problems, particularly for thin wall parts.
Read MoreCustomer Concerns: Turning Bad Into Beautiful
Reality is a two-way street when there's an unhappy customer—you either turn them around or turn them away. I want to discuss some techniques that work (when a customer is willing) and how to please a discouraged customer.
Read MoreEstate Planning 101
The best time to plan your estate is now, while you can—before you need an estate plan. Remember, advance planning is the key to any successful endeavor.
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