Published December 2019
By Joe Jackson
A lesson learned from a father who was a mechanic translates to precision machining; the value that the customer receives is what they pay for.
Author: Debbie Feiler
Published December 2019
By Carli Kistler-Miller
New England Tool in Manchester, Connecticut has developed Robotic Advantage to provide their customers with automated systems that integrate seamlessly.
Published December 2019
By Carli Kistler-Miller
PMPA held its Annual Meeting at the Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The Annual Meeting is a well-attended meeting with exciting speakers and a celebration of the year.
Published December 2019
By Miles Free III
In October 2019, at the Annual Meeting held at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, the PMPA installed its new President, Victor DaCruz of DACRUZ Manufacturing. Victor is eager to continue the hard work of outgoing president, Mike Reader of Precision Plus, Inc.
Published November 2019
By Carli Kistler-Miller
Somma Tool Company has a history of taking advantage of opportunities to help the business thrive. Recently, Somma Tool found a way to expand its product line — and market — by acquiring the Max-Bar Tool Company.
Published November 2019
By Carli Kistler-Miller
What would you do with a reduction of 64% in non-billable hours? PMPA visited SEPCO-Erie in Erie, Pennsylvania twice and witnessed the results of commitment to continuous improvement.
Published November 2019
By Carli Kistler-Miller
Some committees can be a waste of time, but at PMPA, the committees are populated with dedicated PMPA members and staff who work hard to improve the precision machining industry.
Published November 2019
By Miles Free III
The causes of our workforce issues may be out of our hands, but there are definitely steps that we can take to improve our shop’s response to the issue.
Published October 2019
By Carli Kistler-Miller
Dan Ignasiak, owner of SEPCO-Erie in Erie Pennsylvania, wanted to improve the productivity and efficiency of his shop, so he started with the men’s room and implemented process and a new way of thinking.
Published October 2019
By Bill Hovey
Although Lean thinking often results with an elimination of a step or waste, Bill Hovey, owner of Telemark CNC, LLC used lean thinking to develop a new coolant nozzle.