2023 National Technical Conference
Sunday, April 16 (12pm) - Tuesday, April 18, 2023 (10:30am US/Eastern)
Huntington Convention Center
300 Lakeside Ave E [map]
Cleveland, OH 44113
Schedule of Sessions and Special Events
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SESSION BLOCK #1 - Advantages of Cam
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Mastery Track Improve the understanding of cam layouts, tooling opportunities and synergies of combined operations by your attendees to give them valuable and actionable insights into improving profitability by getting to “yes” on quotes for your high-volume, high-demand, customers. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #1 - Cobots in the Workplace
- Star CNC Room
Mastery Track A cobot is a robot designed to assist employees, not replace them. Learn how cobots benefit precision machining shops. A cobot is scheduled to be in the room for attendees to try! Courtney Ortner Courtney Ortner joined her husband Steve at Absolute Machine Tools in 1992 after working for Procter & Gamble in Cleveland, Ohio. During her tenure she served 27 years as Chief Marketing Officer until creating Absolute’s A+ Automation department in 2019, where she currently holds the title Director of Marketing – A+ Automation Team. In 2015, the company joined PMPA as a technical member where Courtney has served as Vice President of the Northern Ohio Chapter and served as the Chairman of the Technical Members on the Board of Directors (2019-2022). Automation, specifically industrial and collaborative robots, have become her passion recognizing that automation is key to the future longevity and success of both Absolute Machine Tools and manufacturers in the precision turning industry. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #1 - Coolants v. Oil
- 26C
Fundamentals Track Metalworking fluids are an important factor in your shops production operations. Understanding the differences between Coolants and oils, as well as the importance of factors such as filtration, viscosity will be explained. Choosing fluids to assure suitability for various materials and processes will give practical tips for best results. John Wiley IMTS 2022 marked the 30th anniversary of Mr. Wiley’s entrance into the world of metalworking coolants, cutting oils, and related manufacturing fluids. He was responsible for the technical memberships of Hangsterfer’s Laboratories, where he started in 1992, followed by Blaser Swisslube, and now QualiChem, Inc., where he has been since 2010. His experience has been earned in more than 35 countries, and covers a multitude of industries, applications, materials, and machine types. Currently serving as Director, Global Marketing for QualiChem, he has worked in sales, technical support, product development, and various management roles. He is a graduate of Boston University (BA Economics, ‘91) and Drexel University (MBA, ‘07). Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #1 - PRINT - SWISS - Print Provided
- 25C
This roundtable session will discuss the challenges of a specific Swiss part and the many ways to consider those challenges from both an engineering and operator standpoint. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #2 - Do We Need Ground Barstock for Swiss?
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Management Track Discover why the value precision-ground barstock far exceeds its cost when compared to cold-finished. Superior quality, and higher output only begin to highlight why precision-ground nearly pays for itself, and then some. Rick Bauer Rick Bauer is the Vice President of Edge Technologies is a 30-year veteran to the manufacturing industry. He achieved his mechanical engineering degree at SIU in the early 90s and has been involved in manufacturing and production since. His passion is assisting customers with manufacturing challenges with the use of automation and process control. Ed Garber Ed Garber is National Sales Manager for Star CNC Machine Tool Corp who works with manufacturers in many industries to provide them solutions for machining precision parts. Ed believes that a Swiss-type CNC lathe can be your most productive piece of equipment in the proper application. Ed is a machinist by trade with 16 years in machine shops and completed an internship at NASA Glenn Research Center before stepping into a sales role. His exposure to Swiss-type CNC lathes began over 25 years ago and has spent the last 18 years at Star CNC. With a total of over 38 years focused entirely in the metal cutting industry, Ed found Swiss-type machining and hasn’t looked back. Aneesa Muthana Aneesa Muthana is a hands-on leader with extensive experience in almost every aspect of a production machining environment. In 1993, Aneesa took the opportunity to run a small, struggling company. Her passion and experience drove her to implement the changes necessary to substantially grow the business into a successful Swiss CNC operation. Aneesa attributes this success to building a high-performance team that embraces leading-edge technology, software, and equipment. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #2 - Hidden Value in Your Data
- Star CNC Room
Fundamentals Track You can have all the data in the world, but it’s useless if you’re unable to make decisions that can have a measurable impact from it. In this session, we will review different data capture techniques to collect departmental data. We will then review ways to turn this raw data into actionable information to support continuous operational improvement. Rich Henning Rich holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science and business management from Kent State University with additional graduate level training from Case Western Reserve University. Rich is President of Henning Software, a ERP Software Development company located in Hudson Ohio that provides ERP and Accounting software solutions to thousands of manufacturing users throughout the USA and abroad. Henning Software, founded in 1990, is currently celebrating 32 years in business. Rich spent his formative years developing software and providing long-range information systems planning for Ernst & Whinney and the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #2 - PRINT - Cam (6/8 Spindle) - Print Provided
- 25C
This roundtable session will discuss the challenges of a specific cam part and the many ways to consider those challenges from both an engineering and operator standpoint. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #2 - Surface Improvement by Mass Finishing
- 26C
Mastery Track Deburring, improving surface texture, even dimensional control often require a final value added step on the most challenging parts that we produce., Jeff Bell will walk us through the various aspects of mass finishing, giving us an understanding of types of process, media, and other factors employed to achieve our customer’s most demanding requirements.. Jeff Bell Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #3 - Designing Tools for Quality
- 25C
Fundamentals Track Learn to reduce risk of bad parts, complicated setups, time spent on checking/gaging and simplify the quality process. Rethink tooling and make the process work for you. PMPA Quality Committee . Marty Baumgardner bio Lisa Carrothers Lisa has been employed with H&R Screw Machine Products since 1997. She advanced to Quality Manager in 2014. In 2016 she became a member of the PMPA Quality Committee serving as chairman in 2021. She enjoys traveling, the great outdoors, and spending time with her grandchildren. Michael DeVoss Michael DeVoss is a Quality Engineer with Outokumpu Stainless Bar in Richburg, South Carolina. Over the past 5 years Michael has learn the ins and out of stainless steel manufacturing and has assisted customers with machining questions and concerns. Johnny Freeze Johnny Freeze is a Product Support Specialist at GWS Tool Group (formally Peterson Tool) in Nashville, TN. Johnny is a former Chair of the PMPA Technical Programs Committee and currently serves on the PMPA Quality Committee. Ron Herrera Ron is a Mechanical Engineering graduate of Worcester Polytechnic Institute and the GE Manufacturing Management Program. He has spent time with GE, Cummins Engine, Power Drives and has been with Erie Specialty Products, for most of the past 20 years, doing both quality and engineering . He has been married to his wonderful wife Theresa for over 27 years, (who is also an engineer) and his passions are Scouting and Ice Hockey. Ray Schnell Ray Schnell is the Material Technical Specialist for Valbruna Slater Stainless, Inc., located in Ft Wayne, Indiana. Ray has both his B.S. and M.S. in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. Ray is retired from Carpenter Technology Corp., located in Reading, PA, where he worked for 32 years. He held several technical and quality positions, during his tenure, but he is better known as being Carpenter’s Machinability Specialist. Ray began his “second” career with Valbruna in April 2016. Ray’s main priority, is to work with Valbruna’s customers, here in the United States and in Canada. His efforts are concentrated in assisting customers to better understand the unique characteristics of Stainless Steel and helping them to take full advantage of the machinability attributes of Valbruna’s products. Dan Wilson Dan Wilson is the Director of Quality & Technical Services at Gray America Corp (GAC) for 3 Subsidiaries at 2 plant locations. He is responsible for 3 ISO9001:2015 Registered Quality Management Systems, Metallurgical Evaluation of Customer order/spec review, inquiries, material issues, Failure Analysis, Heat Treating, Hot Mill/Customer Quality Issues, Problem Solving and Metallurgical Testing. Dan has over 30 years work experience in the Steel Industry, from primary steelmaking/casting to 4 cold finishing operations. Dan is an ASTM Technical Subcommittee member, AIST Member, Cold finish Steel Bar Institute Technical Committee Member, ASQ Member and serves on the PMPA Quality Committee. Justin Zak Justin Zak is a Quality Engineer for Corey Steel Company in Cicero, IL. Justin is the current Chair for PMPA's Quality Committee. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #3 - ID Issues — Small/Large Hole Drilling
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Fundamentals Track We will be answering the question, what are the keys to successful drilling? The session will review different drilling applications to expose processing tips to be successful. John Kiffner John has spent over 25 years in the design, production, and application support of custom hole making products. John brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the arena of production drilling. Clive Komlenic Clive Komlenic is Mikron Tool’s East Coast Sales Director. As a mechanical engineer with a passion for communication, He has found a home in technical sales. Clive is infatuated by providing unique solutions to our industries leading challenges. It is Clive’s goal to support the re-shoring of manufacturing in the United States and advance the next generation of this industry. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #3 - Macros: Best Practices
- 26C
Mastery Track Simplify your operator’s and engineer’s jobs by using macros. John Reis John Reis is the Applications Department Manager at Star CNC Machine Tool Corporation in NY. His 18 years of Swiss-type CNC lathe experience at Star CNC has exposed him to the requirements and expectations for a variety of industries that include Medical, Aerospace, Automotive, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Contract Manufacturing, Telecommunications, Energy, Environmental and others. John Reis holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering and Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Giovanni Lucas Giovanni Lucas holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Farmingdale State College. Giovanni is a New York native, has been with StarCNC for over three years and enjoys 3D Printing and soccer in his free time. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #3 - Workforce Development: Youth in Manufacturing
- Star CNC Room
Management Track Gone are the days of needing laborers or ‘warm bodies’ in our precision machining shops. In this session, Bill Berrien and Robin Rutschilling will explain how they have reframed the workforce issue to talent – and making a career in manufacturing appeal to young talent. Come hear their proven ideas for training and retaining the talent that drives our shop’s success- regardless of generation. Bill Cox Bill Cox is the owner/steward of Cox Manufacturing Company, a 67+ year old San Antonio based long-time PMPA member, that today employs about 200 employees. After the death of his father, when Bill was 12, his mother began intentionally preparing him to take over the small company and Bill credits the PMPA (then called the NSMPA) for much of his industry education, (though he also attended Texas A & M University). Over the last 46 years, Bill has navigated radical changes in manufacturing technology and severe shifts in the marketplace, but also has been a local leader founding a 501 (c)3 organization, ATEAMS (Alliance for Technology Education in Applied Math and Science), focused on attracting youth to manufacturing. Today, Bill is passionate about the future of US manufacturing and building the next generation of technologist. Robin Rutschilling Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #4 - GD&T Fundamentals
- 26C
Fundamentals Track This session will cover datums and datum simulators. It will then go on to cover examples of all of the functional symbols (Flatness, Straightness, Circularity, Cylindricity, Parallelism, Perpendicularity, Angularity, Circular Runout, Total Runout, Profile of a Line, Profile of a Surface, and Position. Gary Griffith Gary has worked in worked 51 years in a variety of Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality positions, including: • 8 years with Eaton Corporation • 7 years with Allied-Signal Automotive • 10 years with Allied Aerospace Company, serving in a variety of management roles, including Manager of Quality Engineering and Process Control Engineering • And 40 years consulting as Griffith Training Gary currently is President of his consulting firm “Griffith Training.” He has conducted many quality seminars and he is the author of numerous books, including: • “The Quality Technicians Handbook” • “SPC Methods for Long & Short Runs” • “Measuring & Gaging Geometric Tolerances” • “Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Applications and Inspection” • “Advanced Geometric Tolerancing” Gary recently was recognized as a winner of the 2018 Hromi Medal for his work in inspection training over his career. The honor was be presented to him at the ASQ Quality Conference in Seattle in late April. He was also recognized in Quality Magazine as the 2019 Professional of the Year which was presented to him at the annual Quality Show in Chicago in October 2p019. Gary is a graduate of CSU-Long Beach and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Technology. On top of this, Gary holds many certifications, including Certified Quality Engineer and a lifetime credential as a Certified Instructor from the state of California. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #4 - Lightly Attended
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Management Track Lights out manufacturing is a misnomer- but lightly attended machining is a proven way to increase production, profitability, and reduce lead times. Join Mike Petrusch to learn current best practices for lightly attended machining that you can apply in your operations. Mike Petrusch Mike Petrusch serves as Vice President for Manufacturing at Cox Manufacturing Co. Inc., an ISO 9001:2015 certified, precision machined parts manufacturer in San Antonio, Texas. . Prior to joining Cox Manufacturing in 2004, Mike held positions with Gosiger and J.R. Kuntz, both based in Dayton, Ohio. He also has operated as an independent contractor specializing in machine tool controls. His areas of expertise include robotic systems, high production metal cutting, machinery design, CNC and PLC control systems, and plant management. A member of the San Antonio Manufacturers Association, Mike earned a Lean Manufacturing Certification from the University of Texas at San Antonio and completed the Leadership Development Program® through the Center for Creative Leadership With a strong commitment to manufacturing education and developing a qualified workforce, Mike works with Advanced Manufacturing Advisory Council of the Alamo Colleges. He served on the University of Dayton’s School of Engineering Academic Advisory Committee for Engineering Technology. Mike holds a AAS in Electronics Engineering Technology from Sinclair Community College, a B.S.E.T. in Manufacturing Engineering and an M.B.A. from the University of Dayton. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #4 - PRINT - CNC Multi-Function – Print Provided
- 25C
This roundtable session will discuss the challenges of a specific CNC multi-function part and the many ways to consider those challenges from both an engineering and operator standpoint. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #4- Why/When/Where of Custom Tooling
- Star CNC Room
Mastery Track Shop resources are scarce and cost must absolutely be minimized. However challenging combinations of geometries, features, and difficult to machine materials often demand a custom tooling solution if our shop is to quote competitively. This session will help you reframe your thinking on custom tooling from “expensive luxury” to “competitive advantage” by learning more about the tooling, coatings and possibilities now available. Kevin Johnson Kevin Johnson is the President of FISCHER Special Tooling Corporation located in Mentor, a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. Kevin has been running this organization for over 20 years and has implemented many of the Technical and Management concepts that he learned from attending these PMPA Conferences. Kevin has a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial & Systems Engineering from THE Ohio State University. Prior to joining FISCHER, he had worked in both Appliance and Automotive assembly plants. Kevin has been an active contributor to the PMPA List-serves as well as a member of both the local and national levels of PMPA. Additionally, FISCHER Special Tooling has exhibited at every Precision Machining Technology Show since its debut in 2001. Kevin is proud of the fact that many PMPA members are surprised once they eventually discover that FISCHER is actually a “Tech” Member. (This is most likely because, Kevin is a terrible salesman). Peter Stechow Journeyman Tool and Die maker /engineer, 40+ years of experience in manufacturing with a focus on cutting tools of all types. Navy Vet, father of two, just celebrated 30 years of marriage. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #5 - CNC Swiss Focus Intermediate
- Star CNC Room
Mastery Track This session will focus on fundamentals of Swiss type machining, the capabilities that set Swiss apart from standard lathes, and common misunderstandings when transitioning from standard lathe machining to Swiss machining. Derek Briggs Derek Briggs began his engineering career at F&F Machine Products in Indiana, where he was born and raised. At F&F, Derek set up Brown & Sharpe screw machines and learned to program and set up Tsugami CNC Swiss Lathes. Derek moved to the Bil-Mac Corporation in Michigan, where he continued to work on Tsugami machines. In 2011, Derek joined Tsugami/Rem Sales as an Applications Engineer. He quickly advanced to Presales Test Cut Lab Lead in 2014, putting finished parts in customers’ hands quickly and efficiently. In 2015, he was promoted to Engineering Manager where he led the team for over two years. Then he was promoted to Product Manager in 2018, where Derek is tasked with researching and implementing new technologies that integrate with Tsugami machines and improve the overall customer experience. Derek often travels domestically and internationally, researching tooling components and working directly with the engineering team at Tsugami Japan to ensure that all Tsugami machines are equipped with the latest technology and mechanical abilities for the North American market. Derek’s future aspirations are to assist, support, and help to continuously improve the Tsugami experience for Rem Sales’ customers in every way possible. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #5 - GD&T Advanced
- 26C
Mastery Track This session is focused on advanced principles which include Maximum Material Boundary (MMB), Actual Mating Envelope (AME), Best Fit, and Datum Shift. Gary Griffith Gary has worked in worked 51 years in a variety of Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality positions, including: • 8 years with Eaton Corporation • 7 years with Allied-Signal Automotive • 10 years with Allied Aerospace Company, serving in a variety of management roles, including Manager of Quality Engineering and Process Control Engineering • And 40 years consulting as Griffith Training Gary currently is President of his consulting firm “Griffith Training.” He has conducted many quality seminars and he is the author of numerous books, including: • “The Quality Technicians Handbook” • “SPC Methods for Long & Short Runs” • “Measuring & Gaging Geometric Tolerances” • “Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Applications and Inspection” • “Advanced Geometric Tolerancing” Gary recently was recognized as a winner of the 2018 Hromi Medal for his work in inspection training over his career. The honor was be presented to him at the ASQ Quality Conference in Seattle in late April. He was also recognized in Quality Magazine as the 2019 Professional of the Year which was presented to him at the annual Quality Show in Chicago in October 2p019. Gary is a graduate of CSU-Long Beach and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Technology. On top of this, Gary holds many certifications, including Certified Quality Engineer and a lifetime credential as a Certified Instructor from the state of California. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #5 - PRINT - Cam (5-spindle) - Print Provided
- 25C
This roundtable session will discuss the challenges of a specific cam part and the many ways to consider those challenges from both an engineering and operator standpoint. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #5 - Rapid Fire Technology
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Fundamentals Track The PMPA Information Technology Commit¬tee will be discussing technolo¬gy solutions such as various CAD software’s, safety suites, password management tools, shop productiv¬ity tools, shop simplification technology, communi¬cation tools, Higher Logic, lean software and more! PMPA IT Committee Bridget Casey Bridget Casey is the Global Manager of Information Systems and Technology at Bracalente Manufacturing Group in Trumbauersville, PA. She attended Bloomsburg University as a D2 Athlete and graduated with a dual Major in Business Management and Supply Chain. Bridget then went to school and graduated with a master’s in information technology. Bridget serves on PMPA's IT Committee. Stephanie Doerfert Stephanie is a Certified Public Accountant with a degree from St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI. She has spent time Sikich LLP as an auditor where she mainly worked to audit private manufacturing companies and is now the Controller for Mantel Machine Products. In her free time, she can be found spending time with her fiancé and family or cooking and baking for anyone and everyone. Missy Gedridge Missy is a graduate of Lorain County Community College where she has received Associate Degrees in Computer Maintenance & Networking as well as Digital Forensics. She has been employed with EMC Precision for 28 years where she has worked in Shipping, IT, Customer Service & Planning and Scheduling. Outside of work she enjoys playing piano, bible studies, and spending time with her daughter in Colorado. Joseph Raker Joseph Raker is the General Manager at GWS Tool Group for their Nashville, TN location and has also worked in Quality, IT, Purchasing, and Production. He has assisted in developing new technologies and methods inside GWS for the purpose of providing superior cutting tools to the industry. With 19+yrs in manufacturing he is focused on process improvement along with employee retention and development. He has also served on PMPA’s NextGen Committee. Dave Seabrook Dave Seabrook has been at Micron Manufacturing for 24 years and has served many functions from receiving raw material to shipping product to customers. Dave was the Quality Manager for 4 years but for the last 10 years has spent his days as IT Manager and a Continuous Improvement leader. He has overseen Micron’s network including the communication of its production equipment, gaging, and tool cribs. Over the last several years he has worked to secure this equipment and ensure backups are in place in the event of an attack or system failure. David Wynn David Wynn holds an MBA from University of Tennessee . David is also the Chief Financial Officer of ABF Engineering in South Fulton, Tennessee that specializes in Brown and Sharpe and Swiss CNC. David believes that everything and anything should be automated and is also a strong believer that to sustain continuous improvement you need to be a lifelong learner. David also has experience in computer programming, CNC programming and accounting. David currently serves on PMPA's Board of Directors and PMPA's IT Committee. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #6 - CNC Swiss Focus Advanced
- Star CNC Room
Mastery Track This session will focus on multi-path control capabilities (composite, superimposition, and synchronization controls) and the utilization of these functions to increase productivity and reduce cycle times. Derek Briggs Derek Briggs began his engineering career at F&F Machine Products in Indiana, where he was born and raised. At F&F, Derek set up Brown & Sharpe screw machines and learned to program and set up Tsugami CNC Swiss Lathes. Derek moved to the Bil-Mac Corporation in Michigan, where he continued to work on Tsugami machines. In 2011, Derek joined Tsugami/Rem Sales as an Applications Engineer. He quickly advanced to Presales Test Cut Lab Lead in 2014, putting finished parts in customers’ hands quickly and efficiently. In 2015, he was promoted to Engineering Manager where he led the team for over two years. Then he was promoted to Product Manager in 2018, where Derek is tasked with researching and implementing new technologies that integrate with Tsugami machines and improve the overall customer experience. Derek often travels domestically and internationally, researching tooling components and working directly with the engineering team at Tsugami Japan to ensure that all Tsugami machines are equipped with the latest technology and mechanical abilities for the North American market. Derek’s future aspirations are to assist, support, and help to continuously improve the Tsugami experience for Rem Sales’ customers in every way possible. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #6 - Continuous Improvement Panel
- 26C
Management Track Panelists discuss progress in last year and plans for the future. Aneesa Muthana Aneesa Muthana is a hands-on leader with extensive experience in almost every aspect of a production machining environment. In 1993, Aneesa took the opportunity to run a small, struggling company. Her passion and experience drove her to implement the changes necessary to substantially grow the business into a successful Swiss CNC operation. Aneesa attributes this success to building a high-performance team that embraces leading-edge technology, software, and equipment. Dan Ignasiak Dan Ignasiak is the President/Owner of SEPCO-Erie. Dan’s father, Leo, founded the company in 1965. It was Dan’s desire to have fun at work and his vision of a “world class” company that led to the culture change at SEPCO-Erie. Michael Tamasi Michael Tamasi is President and CEO of AccuRounds, a contract manufacturer dedicated to being the leading value solution for custom mechanical components and sub-assemblies used in numerous industries including medical, aerospace, semi-conductor, robotics and emerging technologies. Michael, a second-generation owner, has been working in the family business for over 35 years. Michael is very active in industry and educational organizations including government appointments to the Massachusetts Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative, currently serving as Co-Chair, and previously sitting on the MA STEM Advisory Council. In February of 2014, he was named to the New England Advisory Council for the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and served for five years, including as Chair in 2018. Michael has been active in the National Tooling and Machining Association for over thirty years, currently chairing the Budget and Finance Committee, also serving on their Boston Chapter’s board for fifteen years. He is Chairman of the Board for GBMP, and previously chaired the Executive Committee for Business Leaders United for Workforce Partnerships for twelve years. He serves as a NIMS Audit Team Leader and is an Ambassador for MassEcon. Michael was named to the Manufacturing Industry Recovery Panel, which shared recommendations with the Biden Administration to ensure an Inclusive Economic Recovery. He was appointed as Chair of CareerSpring’s Boston Advisory Board in January, 2022. Michael currently sits on the advisory board for the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of New Hampshire, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. He also received a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Babson College. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #6 - Escape Room
- 25C
Fundamentals Track Solve puzzles and find the clues while working with others from your industry! Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #6 - Shop Efficiency on Cam: Lessons Learned
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Mastery Track Become more efficient with your cam machines. In this session you will learn how to develop the machine set-up, stock-up/stock-depletion, tooling, & overall processing of your product from a cam machine prospective. Produce more in the same amount of time by optimizing the Beautiful & Un-replaceable Cam Machines! Johnny Freeze Johnny Freeze is a Product Support Specialist at GWS Tool Group (formally Peterson Tool) in Nashville, TN. Johnny is a former Chair of the PMPA Technical Programs Committee and currently serves on the PMPA Quality Committee. Brad Eichman Employing over 25 years of industry exposure, Brad Eichman supports companies that utilize cam driven screw machines to produce precision machined products. With an emphasis on process engineering and training, Gray Defined Engineering (Est. 2021), has allowed Brad to support this specialized industry on multiple levels. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #7 - 3D Printing
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Mastery Track Different 3D printing technologies will be discussed at a high level overview, and we’ll show how their use can complement (not replace!) the precision components we make on a daily basis. We’ll talk about which technologies you should contract out as well which ones you can easily bring into your factory. From there we will dive deep into the technicalities of the FDM and SLA processes such as selecting your first machine, material options, preparing for a print, and post-processing of the printed parts. Matt Dowell Matt started in manufacturing in 2014 during high school, as a summer intern running production parts on the shop floor. Since then, Matt has grown with the same company in different roles, and graduated in 2019 with a Mechanical Engineering Degree. He is now a Manufacturing Engineer whose day-to-day tasks involve designing and implementing automation cells, expanding capabilities inside and next to our machining centers, and also leads the additive manufacturing efforts for Precision Plus's engineering team. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #7 - NIST: Cybersecurity
- 26C
Management Track Is Your Business Compliant with NIST 800-171 and Ready for CMMC Implementation? Protect Your Business and Keep (and Grow) DoD Manufacturing $!! DoD contractors are running out of time to plan and prepare for the implementation of CMMC requirements in 2023. In addition, the DoD is stepping up its efforts to verify compliance with existing NIST 800-171 requirements NOW. Use this session to help prepare your organization and ensure understanding of the legal and commercial risks that inaction presents for manufacturers. Join PMPA partner and DoD expert SSE as they explain the latest updates to help our members understand their compliance obligations and prepare accordingly. The session will highlight… - Understanding NIST 800-171 and the potential risks associated with DIY/submitting scored self-assessments - The latest CMMC timeline and requirements - The importance of policy documentation, SSPs and POAMs - Case studies and timelines for meeting requirements Elizabeth Niedringhaus Elizabeth Niedringhaus is the President and CEO of Systems Service Enterprises, Inc. (SSE), a WOSB that was founded by her mother, Susan S. Elliott in 1966. Since the advent of the PC in 1983, SSE has been recognized as a leader in IT and Training solutions; most recently in the top 100 of all IT managed service providers worldwide by MSPMentor. Serving the defense industrial base and financial services sector since 2009, SSE has a robust network and cybersecurity services practice that is focused on compliance. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified organization, has not only the technical expertise, but the disciplined processes and business maturity to deliver world-class solutions. With 300 employees, SSE is headquartered in St. Louis with a sister office in Jacksonville, FL and is able to serve clients throughout all 50 states. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #7 - Safety - What You Need to Know
- Star CNC Room
Fundamentals Track This session will look at some of but not all of the foundational ‘facts and knowledge’ that are the basis for our success- but often ignored- in our operations. Why are barstock tolerances always negative? What does the choice of certain materials mean to the operator, to profitability? Is straightness arithmetic or geometric, and why does it matter? Learn about the underlying- and unconsidered- truths shaping our industry and your day at work. Employ your new understanding to improve profitability and reduce waste. Miles Free Miles Free is Director Industry Affairs for the Precision Machined Products Association, where he handles Regulatory, Government Affairs, Statistical and Financial reporting and providing Technical Assistance in all areas of manufacturing. Prior to joining PMPA in 2003, Mr. Free was Director, Quality and Development, at Republic Engineered Products. Mr. Free started his career at United States Steel, where he served in Environmental Engineering and Laboratory Supervisor positions. His career included leading the implementation of the Cold Finished Bar Industry’s first Quality Operating System awarded Q-1 status at Bliss and Laughlin steel as well as managing the technology and development function for the restart of Operations at Bar technologies and Republic Steel. He has created content using all forms of media, with numerous articles published, over a million views on his blog Speaking of Precision, and currently hosts two Podcasts for PMPA. He is a widely sought presenter on Problem solving, Quality, and Metallurgical topics. Mr. Free holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Youngstown State University, and an MBA from Walsh University, where he taught Quality and Performance Management and Data Analytics in the MBA and Executive MBA programs. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #8 - How to Read a Chip
- Star CNC Room
Mastery Track Back by popular demand! Creating Chips is an essential step in producing first-pass quality parts. In this session you will be challenged to reexamine your machining practice- and what you think you know- by learning to see and understand what the chips that you make are telling you about your process. Attendees will leave with a richer vocabulary of chip types, conditions, and how to apply this to their work in the shop. Miles Free Miles Free is Director Industry Affairs for the Precision Machined Products Association, where he handles Regulatory, Government Affairs, Statistical and Financial reporting and providing Technical Assistance in all areas of manufacturing. Prior to joining PMPA in 2003, Mr. Free was Director, Quality and Development, at Republic Engineered Products. Mr. Free started his career at United States Steel, where he served in Environmental Engineering and Laboratory Supervisor positions. His career included leading the implementation of the Cold Finished Bar Industry’s first Quality Operating System awarded Q-1 status at Bliss and Laughlin steel as well as managing the technology and development function for the restart of Operations at Bar technologies and Republic Steel. He has created content using all forms of media, with numerous articles published, over a million views on his blog Speaking of Precision, and currently hosts two Podcasts for PMPA. He is a widely sought presenter on Problem solving, Quality, and Metallurgical topics. Mr. Free holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Youngstown State University, and an MBA from Walsh University, where he taught Quality and Performance Management and Data Analytics in the MBA and Executive MBA programs. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #8 - OSHA: Latest Updates
- 26C
Management Track Dan O’Brien from Fisher Phillips will give attendees actionable understanding so they can reduce risks from OSHA in the coming year, what triggers an OSHA inspection and what targets will OSHA focus on in 2023? What should you already have prepared BEFORE OSHA arrives? Also, how to handle the OSHA visit - Manage the initial contact, what to expect and how to get best results from opening conference and control the inspection. How to handle post-inspection matters. Optimizing every step of the OSHA “transaction” is the best way to minimize risk and avoid having to optimize a settlement during unneeded and expensive litigation. Daniel O'Brien Dan O'Brien is partner in the firm's Cleveland office. His practice focuses on Workplace Safety, Risk and Claims Management. His six major areas of concentration are in OSHA Compliance/Litigation, Workers' Compensation, Unemployment Compensation, Alternative Risk Transfer Methods, Establishment of Best Practices Claims Management Programs and the impact of workers' and unemployment costs in a Merger or Acquisition. He has over 30 years of experience representing employers before the Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission (OSHRC), Industrial Commission of Ohio and the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation. He has worked with over 80 organizations in obtaining qualified self-insured workers' compensation programs in Ohio, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Dan's experience includes being the lead consultant on a two-year study of the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) in 1995 and 1996. This study and subsequent program recommendations led to the establishment of a professional risk management function within the GCRTA. Dan has conducted audits of national workers' compensation programs representing the insurance industry, employers, associations and venture capital groups. These audits have included overviews of claims management, reserving practices, settlement practices and litigation management. Dan has established national "best practices" formats for employers and insurers. Dan has represented a number of employers in complex cases before the OSHRC. In addition, he works with clients in the areas of safety compliance and loss prevention. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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SESSION BLOCK #8 - Rotary Transfer Pros & Cons
- Champion Screw Machine Room
Administrative Track This session will review the rotary transfer machining basics. It will help to identify what makes a good rotary transfer part with examples processed using CNC and traditional rotary transfer machines.. Brandon Buckhout Brandon Buckhout is the Plant Manager for R.F. Mau Co. in Lincolnwood, IL. Brandon currently serves on the PMPA Technical Programs Committee. John Habe IV John Pollihan John Pollihan is the COO of Component Bar Products located in O’Fallon, MO. John has a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and an MBA from Lindenwood University. John has worked with Hydromat rotary transfer machines for the last 13 years in various roles at CBP including engineering, production, and machine rebuild. Please select the checkbox BELOW the session that you would like to attend. |
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