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Wastes That Detract From Quality
Quality is the absence of waste. So what are some wastes that detract from Quality?
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Stereotyping Generations Can Lead to Missed Opportunities
Our workforce consists of Baby Boomers, Generations X, Y and Z. They have grown up in different worlds. But does stereotyping our employees by generation help or hurt our leadership?
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PMPA's Market Insights for Automotive and Aerospace
Check out the latest sales insights, prepared by the PMPA, on these top industries served by precision machining industry.
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Quality — A Better Definition for Manufacturing
Quality is a critical factor in manufacturing. Has the definition changed over the years?
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Steel Defects Slivers on Rolled Steel Products
Steel defects slivers are, by their very nature, “injurious defects,” and as such rejectable.
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How Emotional Intelligence Helps Sustain a Workforce — Part 2
The lack of available skilled workers is an ongoing issue. A leader with Emotional Intelligence can leverage those skills to keep the workers they have.
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OSHA Emphasis Programs — What is On Regulator’s Radar for Precision Machining
OSHA Emphasis Programs (also called directions, directive or instructions) impact precision machining nationally and regionally. Miles has researched and listed the programs relevant to precision machining.
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Steel Defects Seams on Rolled Steel Products
Learn how to detect and avoid defect seams in rolled steel products.
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How Emotional Intelligence Helps Sustain a Workforce — Part 1
The lack of available skilled workers is an ongoing issue. It’s easier to keep a good employee than to find one. A leader can leverage Emotional Intelligence skills to keep the workers they have.
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What Makes a Production Machining Shop a Production Machining Shop?
A production machining shop is one that makes the things that give us the highest standard of living and safety, and quality of life.
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