June 2016 ISSUE

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June 2016 |
COVER STORY

Networking at its Finest

It's a combination of both relationships and technology that drives the U.S. to greatness.

FEATURES

Automation

Automated Grinding Cell Adds Capacity

Like many shops facing changes in customer demands, Pennsylvania-based American Turned Products (ATP) is making the necessary adjustments and adding operations to continue to compete in the difficult, high volume market. One of those adjustments is the company’s recent installation of an automated centerless grinding cell.


Automation

Developing a Company Plan for Robotics

It’s a good time for shops to re-evaluate the impact robotic automation can have on productivity.


Networking at its Finest

It's a combination of both relationships and technology that drives the U.S. to greatness.


How PMPA Membership Improves Productivity and Profitability

Precision Machined Products Association members benefit from the knowledge and support they gain by actively networking and being involved in PMPA activities.


PMPA Member Astra Precision Finds Success in Diverse Product Capabilities and Strong Customer Support

A PMPA member since 1999, Astra Precision uses the organization’s networking and member communication to bring fresh perspectives into its own business model.


PMPA Political Action: What’s at Stake for Your Business?

PMPA is involved and working to minimize their negative impact on your shop. Here is a quick review of a few of them.


Using PMPA Business Trends Report to Understand Your Business

Here are a few takeaways from the PMPA March 2016 Business Trends Report.


Todd Palmer: Striving for Full Employment in America


Peter Eelman, VP Exhibitions and Business Development, AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology: Explore New Technologies at IMTS


Chris Koepfer: Getting Unspoiled


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