June 2009 ISSUE
Why Not Ask Why?
In manufacturing today, the word “why” may be the single most powerful weapon to weather the current recession.
FEATURES
Machining Centers & Milling MachinesAdjusting to Unleaded
A move is afoot to get lead out of plumbing pipes and fixtures that carry potable water. It's the law in California and could be to your state.
How Success Happens
Manufacturing can survive and remain a vital cog in our economy, but it takes hard work…
Software
Impact Markers Support Green Manufacturing
Impact marking provides an environmentally friendly, cost-effective solution to the issues of traceability and tracking of parts and production processes.
Is an Equity Recapitalization Right for You?
It can enable you to take some chips off the table now and maximize the value of your business over time…
Machines
Multitasking Technology for Turn/Mill Lathes Evolves
From a few live tools on a turing center turret, turn-mill has developed into true multitasking machining.
PMPA Discount Shipping Program Adds UPS Freight
The PMPA Discount Shipping Program recently announced the addition of UPS Freight to its stable of carriers for less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments. "UPS Freight is another great carrier choice now available to PMPA members," says Harry Centa, program manager for PartnerShip, the Ohio-based organization that administers the program for PMPA.
Practical Deburring Provides Cost Savings
Because Jagemann Stamping was using manual deburring, which is not a controlled process, can cause injury and is costly, the company decided to search for a new deburring process.
Technical Member Profile: 2L Technoogies
2L Technologies is one of the newest members of the PMPA, having been founded in 2008. However, the company’s roots go back more than 30 years.
The One Thing I Know for Sure
Revisiting what has worked during the past year will help you sustain your company this year.
Why Not Ask Why?
In manufacturing today, the word “why” may be the single most powerful weapon to weather the current recession.
Jeff Reinert: Productivity or Price?