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What This Golf Club Says about Reshoring Manufacturing
This putter showcases the possibilities of metal additive manufacturing for design and product development, but also production closer to home.
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Introducing Our New Podcast, “Made in the USA”: The Show for This Moment in U.S. Manufacturing
Join us as we talk about jobs, the supply chain, generational transition and other important themes that will shape the way forward for U.S. manufacturing. Hosted by 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ editors Brent Donaldson and me.
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Starting with the End in Mind: An Exit Strategy for Machine Shops
John Shegda and Eric Wilhelm each had different ideas about how they wanted to phase into retirement. The exit strategies for the three successful manufacturing businesses the two men operated included a mix of seeking equity groups, selling the business, or transitioning into an employee stock ownership plan. All it took was a friendly suggestion from a mutual friend to set them on a different path.
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Made in the USA: A New Podcast from 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ
The podcast series explores the current state of American manufacturing.
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Pick the Right Stock to Avoid a Bad Quote
Stock selection can have a big impact on a machine shop’s bottom line. When quoting a job, don’t fall into the trap of minimal material mentality.
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People-First Mindsets Improve Machine Shop Acquisitions
Focusing on the human side of the business — employee health, safety, success and growth — is the only way to satisfy both the buyer and seller.
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How to Match Thickness Gage Types to Proper Applications
Different thicknesses require different gage types during inspection — four common ones are handheld indicators, handheld micrometers, opposed air streams and gage blocks.
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Webinar | Automated CNC Machine Setup for the Smart Factory
Learn how to maximize the value of your CNC equipment through automated setup with Jon Caliguri of DSI.
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Manufacturing E-Commerce Expands with Expectations
Whether by automating on their own terms or joining a vetted network, manufacturers are responding to demand for easy online part ordering.
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New Grinding Machine Utilizes Unique Kinematics
A novel grinding machine uses three rotary tables stacked off-center to provide full control over the grinding wheel’s X and Z axis, as well as its angular position, creating an unusual solution to grinding.
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Choose the Correct ID/OD Gage for the Task
Benchtop and portable comparator gages each have their place, but the differences are more than surface deep.
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Holding Submicron Part Tolerances
Sunlight-Tech Inc. has used GF Machining Solutions’ Microlution laser micromachining and micro-milling centers to produce parts with tolerances tighter than 1 micron.
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