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Documented Cost Savings for Abrasives
Rather than focusing only on energy savings or reducing costs associated with large equipment, manufacturers that are looking for potential savings in their plants should take the time to investigate just how much money they could save by switching out an abrasive. In doing so, they should evaluate fully how labor costs tie into the equation.
Dealing with Non-Competition Agreements – from Both Sides
Non-compete agreements are increasingly a part of employment contracts and employment at will, and employers and employees must learn to deal effectively with them. Here are some key aspects of non-competition agreements that must be addressed, from both the employer and employee perspective.
The Myth of the Perfect Process
Like so many things involving risk reduction in safety, trying to implement a safety system through statistical process control is theoretically possible, but practically impossible. Here’s why.
So You Want To Make The Right First Impression
Every day is first impression day: The best way to make the right impression — to show who you really are — is by focusing on those you want to influence.
Up for Grabs
Guest columnist Dean Dueck of Vidir explains how the rack and pinion drives, simplified controls architecture and ergonomic loading/unloading design of the latest generation of automated vertical lifts for sheet metal storage enable smaller shops to improve safety and minimize downtime.
Wire EDM Maintenance
Many items must be properly addressed to keep a wire EDM machine in top operating order for the best productivity and reliability. Reviewing these on a regular basis ensures that the machine it being properly maintained as a proactive preventive measure.
Gaining Efficiencies by Increasing Welding Wire Size
The time and energy it takes to make the conversion from smaller-diameter wire to a larger one could save countless hours and improve quality. Here are several initial steps that are necessary to make the conversion.
The Next Big Thing in Sheet Metal Fabrication
The competitive advantages of laser welding are generating all sorts of excitement as new advancements have minimized the initial investment required and offer a more affordable entry for job shops.
Fair Market Value or $1 Buyout Lease?
For small to mid-sized job shops that are looking to acquire equipment, financing provides a way for them to preserve their capital, in addition to numerous other benefits. Here are five questions they must answer to determine the appropriate leasing option for their operation.
Misreading Customers Means Missed Sales
Misreading customers costs sales. To prevent this from happening means doing battle with our assumptions, particularly those that influence how we think about customers and what we expect from them.
Welcome to the Internet of Things
On this playing field, anything that can be connected, will be connected. Those who can adapt to connecting will thrive. Those who can’t, well . . .
Big Data in Manufacturing: A Compass for Growth
Big Data analytics is taking over manufacturing and providing a totally new dimension to the value of research and trend analysis. Instead of only reporting past activities, data now predicts future events, foresees risk and helps shops build and deliver not only better products, but a richer overall experience for their customers.
