Military Coaching's 4 Tips to Improve Employee Performance
By: Chad Storlie, Retired U.S. Army Special Forces Officer
True military coaching is an effective leadership technique to retain and develop employees and consists of describing the standards of performance to be successful in a position and then having frequent coaching sessions concerning the on-the-job performance.
#workforcedevelopment
4 Tips to Gain Employee Acceptance to Change
By: Carli Kistler-Miller
Change is a good thing, right? Maybe not to all, and if you don’t have employee acceptance to change, the change is doomed to fail.
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Precision Machining Technology Review May 2022: Workholding
Edited by Angela Osborne
Production Machining showcases some of the latest workholding technology from NSK America, Zagar, Dillon, Blue Photon and SMW Autoblok.
5 Tips for Multichannel Programming
By: Lori Beckman
Programming for multitasking machines can be complex. Knowing several key points for making the process less challenging can save a programmer time as well as lessen confusion and the risk of error.
#basics
New Software Never Solved a Problem. Ever.
By: Matthew Kirchner
Without planning, process, execution and discipline, investing in new software is a waste of money and time.
Production Machining’s May 2022 News Highlights
Edited by Angela Osborne
Some of the cutting industry’s latest news includes research and development for new digitization solutions/processes, comprehensive applications support with specialized production technologies, e-commerce, advanced analytics and more.
Automatically Deburr, Clean Parts in One System
By: Derek Korn
Palletized parts are transferred from a five-axis, high-pressure waterjet station to a cleaning station via linear motor to enable fast, automated finishing.
5 Ways to Use Polymer 3D Printing on the Shop Floor
By: Stephanie Hendrixson
A low-cost desktop 3D printer has many potential uses in a production manufacturing environment, as a means of making durable tooling to support machining, inspection and more.
#additive
Chips — Our Real Product
By: Miles Free
We don’t make parts. Parts are the result of the chips we make. And the chips can tell you all you need to know.
#pmpa
How Eaton Uses Metal 3D Printing
Edited by Lori Beckman
With the ability to address customer needs faster and iterate parts quickly, this metal 3D printing system is now standard within the workflow for both the engineering and toolroom teams.
How Serious Are You About Cybersecurity?
By: Derek Korn
Given that manufacturers currently are the primary targets for ransomware attacks, you should be taking action now to prevent such an incident while being prepared to nimbly react if one occurs.
Craftsman Cribsheet No. 105: Yield Loss Due to Bar End Remnants
Yield loss on raw materials can become a hidden way of losing money in your shop. Using a chart and sample calculations can help you better understand why you might be better off buying longer bars for your process to reduce yield loss dollars.
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Generating More Efficient Milling Tool Paths for Multitasking Machines
Edited by Lori Beckman
This toolpath generator can reduce cycle time and extend tool life while helping achieve better surface finishes for milling operations on multi-axis Swiss-types and turn-mills.
Inside an Amish-Owned Family Machine Shop
By: Brent Donaldson
Modern Machine Shop, PM’s sister brand, took an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of an Amish-owned machine shop, where advanced machining technologies work alongside old-world traditions.
Preventing Metal Corrosion with Metalworking Fluids
By: Greg Foltz, Cimcool Industrial Products LLC
All manufacturers deal with metal corrosion and rust. Learn about the causes of metal corrosion and options for preventing it.
#metalworkingfluids
Precision Machining Technology Review April 2022: Cutting Tools
Edited by Angela Osborne
Production Machining’s Cutting Tools showcase includes Ceratizit, Suhner, Horn, Sandvik Coromant, Ingersoll and Allied Machine & Engineering.
Find Manufacturing Cleaning Webinars Here
By: Lori Beckman
Although the pandemic might have made us weary of sitting in front of a screen for too long, webinars still have a significant place in the business world as a quick way to provide education.
Take the Time to Walk Your Machine Shop
By: Derek Korn
Scheduled strolls through your shop demonstrate that you’re not only onboard with your company’s open-door policy but you’re proactive about it. They can also help you better manage the time required to effectively support such communication initiatives.
What NFL Teams, Street Gangs and Your Workforce Have in Common
By: Carli Kistler-Miller
A sense of belonging is important for successful teamwork, retention and job performance.
#pmpa #workforcedevelopment
Precision Machining Continues 2022 Trend with March GBI
By: Jan Schafer
March activity continued expanding at faster rates.
