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Recalling My Trip to Brazil
I was one of 68,000 attendees at this year’s Feimafe trade show in Sao Paulo. Here’s some of what I learned.
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Video: How to Machine Soft Jaws
Haas Automation produced this excellent video on how to cut soft jaws for turning operations. These fundamentals aren’t just for first-timers: Even those who are so experienced that they practice 80 percent of fundamentals can still benefit from a refresher on the remaining 20 percent.
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June MBI at 48.5 – Contraction Slows Significantly
With a reading of 48.5, Gardner’s metalworking business index showed that the metalworking industry contracted at a much slower rate in July compared to June.
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Video: Inside a Top Shop
WSI Industries puts a lot of effort into establishing effective shopfloor processes. Learn more in this video.
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Aspiring Top Shop Already Has Plenty to Offer
Applied Engineering is actively working toward becoming a “Top Shop” in MMS’ annual benchmarking program. If its approach to tool management is any indication, the company is well on its way.
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Access our 2013 Top Shops Executive Summary
This benchmarking Executive Summary enables you to compare your key performance metrics with industry leaders.
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Check out our 2013 Top Shops Digital Edition
Find benchmarking data, analysis and video in this custom digital magazine edition.
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Top Shops’ Secrets to Success
What does it take to run an effective, profitable machining business? 2013 Top Shops benchmarking data sheds light.
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Top Shops 2013: Davan Manufacturing
Learn about this year’s Machining Technology Honors Program Winner and its approach to capital equipment purchases.
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Top Shops 2013: Micro-Matics
Our Human Resources Honors Program winner for 2013 uses a variety of tools to both retain good employees and keep them engaged.
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On Tackling Training
To replace formerly state-funded training for skilled manufacturing workers, Connecticut Spring & Stamping (CSS) developed its own in-house apprenticeship program.
Read MoreThe Renaissance of American Manufacturing
Jim Ellison recently penned an essay to promote an understanding of what is being hailed today as the renaissance of American manufacturing. An exceptional aspect of this analysis is his commentary about U.S. machine tool distributors, which played a key role in our transition to globally sourced manufacturing technology.
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