Amy Krentz

When you are creating a concept of something... it always starts with a long list of items, it may not look elegant or robust but... the more is reviewed, more ways will be found to make it better without missing the fundamentals. This is how I always approached manufacturing challenges and in fact is a proven strategy. You always go from the general, to the specific. In my experience, there could be actors that feel that are clever enough to figure out the Raptor 3 without going through the Raptor 1. On all those cases I always saw significant failures. In fact it always results in a heavily underestimation of the tasks. Nonetheless, even in the first approach, there will always be ways to improve. I found this image the most compelling explanation of this, it typically starts big and then simplify.

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YO! A MACHINIST AT Apple?! Let me tell you why this visit MATTERS! 🤯 The line between tech and manufacturing is GONE, family! Here I am, standing in the ONLY Apple Developer Academy | MSU in the U.S., and it hits different. Why? Because Sarah Getter and her team are doing EXACTLY what manufacturing needs: ▪️ 100+ students trained yearly ▪️ 40+ apps launched on App Store ▪️ 90%+ job placement rate ▪️ Focus on diverse, untapped talent ▪️ Creating pathways to $100K+ careers Sound familiar? It should! This is the same transformation we're pushing in manufacturing! They're turning untapped talent into iOS developers, we're turning them into automation specialists and CNC programmers. Same mission, different tech! 💯 We had some powerful conversations and our mutual friend Cynthia Hutchison from US Center for Advanced Manufacturing even came up when we talked about the need and synergies in both these worlds. Think about it: - Manufacturing needs tech talent - Tech needs manufacturing knowledge - Communities need BOTH these pathways The future ain't about choosing between tech OR manufacturing - it's about mastering BOTH! And when you see what Apple's doing here in Detroit... man, the possibilities! 🚀 Stay tuned... this collaboration about to create some pathways that'll blow your mind! The Manufacturing Renaissance just leveled up! #ManufacturingTech #AppleDeveloperAcademy #NAMR #DetroitTech #UntappedTalent #FutureOfWork #BlueCollarBaller

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Your boy is teaming up with some HEAVY HITTERS in the manufacturing game: • FANUC America Corporation 🤖 • Aidex Educational Systems 📚 • City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College 🎓 We're talking real alignment between education and industry. Not just talk - we're building ACTUAL pathways to success! This is what it looks like when industry leaders answer the call. When we stop talking about the skills gap and start CLOSING it. Event's already exceeding expectations, but there's still room for more! Don't miss out on being part of this manufacturing revolution. Want to see how we're changing the game in manufacturing education? Registration info in comments! 👇🏽 #SkillsGap #ManufacturingEducation #IndustryCollaboration #ChicagoMFG 🏭 --- I'm Drew "The MFG" Crowe, advocating for the New American Manufacturing Renaissance. Get free workbooks at DrewCroweMFG.com and support future manufacturing leaders with MFG Gear at DrewCroweMFG.com/store. Let's innovate! 🏭🚀 #ManufacturingRenaissance

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Something so simple - turning down a section of threads - can literally make the difference between destroying a machine (dropped / lost) and making a safe installation or maintenance activity. ROI = cost of machining and a slight design revision vs potentially epic downtown. Design for success - Prevent unnecessary risk. Image: FLYZEYE Fabrication LLC

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When everyone in manufacturing works together. Something truly amazing happens! We love to give the other side a hard time when it comes to design and production. But when the different specialties work together, we can make some pretty amazing stuff happen! 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬! 🔹LinkedIn: Jake Hall and ring the Bell 🔔 🔹The Manufacturing Millennial #themanufacturingmillennial #manufacturing #robotics #robots #roboticautomation #robotic #automationsolutions #automation #manufacturing #manufacturingindustry #manufacturingtechnology #electricalengineer #mechanicalengineering

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# In-Place Machining We are Hiring Technical Representative Milwaukee, WI Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for customer interface, evaluating project requirements, preparing proposals, closing sales, and being a resource for our customers and internal personnel. Working with the Outside Sales team, Technical Process Managers, engineering, subject matter experts, and other internal resources, the Technical Representative will ensure safety, project planning, technical suitability, and pricing standards are achieved.   Summary This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. Exhibit and enforce a culture where safety is the first priority! Essential Duties & Responsibilities Qualify and make connections with prospective customers: Working with the Outside Sales team, process initial inbound inquiries including making initial contact, determining customer needs, and evaluating IPM’s ability to service the request. Provide leads to the Outside Sales team based on bid lists, internal references, research, and others. Interface with the customer to obtain sufficient details for meeting IPM’s quoting objectives: Identify the equipment type, OEM, and features that require repair or modification. Identify specific surface finish requirements, tolerances, GD&T requirements, and references to external datums/features (level/plumb, pass line, a physical surface, etc.) or other technical requirements specific to the application. Identify physical obstructions that might prevent technician/equipment access (piping, other equipment, etc.). Identify environmental conditions that might impact the project (work environment, lifting capabilities, power availability, etc.). Identify information relating to scheduling/urgency including start date, expedited planning (if needed), period of performance to perform work, and work hours. Information relating to safety including work environment, employee training required by the customer (OSHA 10, MSHA, site specific, etc.), and required customer-specific actions to ensure the site meets IPM’s safety policies. Prepare a formal proposal for service: In conjunction with subject matter experts, engineers, machinist technicians, and others, formulate a general overview on IPM’s means and methods for obtaining the customer’s technical and commercial objectives. Estimate resource labor schedule, travel expenses, freight expenses, consumables/materials expenses, and other costs to formulate a project cost. Prepare a written proposal that includes an overview of IPM’s technical methodology, commercial limitations/requirements, duration, and pricing.

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Pump the brakes and watch this walking beam. Just because it's Slip-Torque, doesn't mean we can't stop on a dime. https://lnkd.in/gghyYHjS #automotive #packaging #automation #engineering #manufacturing

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Learn what it takes to become a #CNC machinist. Explore the #skills, training, and #qualifications required to excel in this field and understand the #career opportunities that await. #certifications #jobopportunities #CNCmachinist #CNCmachining

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Breaking News: The votes are in! 🗳️ America has chosen their favorite manufacturing book for young people (after careful ballot counting 😉) Manufacturing needs workers. Workers need skills. Skills start with education. But first - people need to know these opportunities exist! We're building the foundation for tomorrow's manufacturing workforce. These books are here to help. The framework is ready - now let's grow it. Ready to join the movement? Let's connect! Meet the candidates: 📚 www.smartstudentsguide.com 📚 www.industry4.me #industry40 #manufacturing

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Attention Machine Shop Owners: If you do not have automation - you are already falling behind. Many potential customers say they will buy automation when they get the right job, or they need bigger contracts...many, many excuses. But our customers with automation are getting more work and growing because they have shown that they are willing to invest in themselves and in their customers. Their customers can see their ability to GET THE JOB DONE! Automation will give you better lead times and much more capacity. And, the ROI is great. With automation your CNC machine goes from 8 hours/day to 24 hours/day. An increase of 16 hours/day. Now here's the math: 16 hours/day x $150/billable hour = $2,400/day $2,400/day x 5 days/wk = $12,000/wk $12,000/wk x 4 weeks/month = $48,000/month $48,000/month x 12 months = $576,000/year And that's automating one of your existing CNCs with a $250,000 investment in automation. The payback period is 6 months!!! OK, say you can only add 8 hours/day instead of 16 hours, then your payback period is still only 12 months. What are you waiting for? Automation is not the future - it's here! Let's talk now. [email protected] (414) 840-6948

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It’s Not a Truck! And Maybe That’s a Good Thing Trucks today are often massive, hard-to-handle gas guzzlers packed with too many buttons and outdated tech. They’re built for utility, sure, but often at the expense of comfort, performance, and modern innovation. Enter the Cybertruck—a radical reimagining of what a truck could be. It doesn’t feel like a traditional truck because it isn’t. And that’s the point. With its sleek interior, sports car-like handling, and self-driving capabilities, the Cybertruck merges utility with luxury and innovation. Its off-road readiness—complete with locking differentials, big wheels, and advanced suspension—means it still dominates the trail. But on the road, it’s a whole new experience: smooth, fast, and efficient. This isn’t just a truck. It’s a vision for the future of transportation, designed for those who refuse to settle for outdated norms. Calling it “not a truck” isn’t criticism…it’s a compliment. Because the Cybertruck doesn’t just replace trucks. It redefines them. If you’re considering getting a Cybertruck and aren’t sure if it’s the right fit, feel free to message me directly. I can offer $2,000 off and share insights from almost a year and 15,000 miles of all-terrain adventures. Let’s talk! #Cybertruck #ElectricTruck #EVRevolution #SustainableDriving #Tesla #FutureOfTrucks #InnovationOnWheels #OffRoadAdventures #LuxuryEV #TruckRedefined #ModernMobility #ProudOwner

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Precision matters at Grand Rapids Iron & Metal! If you’re bringing in material for our 2-foot autocast foundry package, here’s what you need to know. To meet foundry requirements, this package can include only rotors and crushed drums—no exceptions. Foundries require absolute accuracy, so no wheel bearings, studs, or manifolds are allowed. Maintaining this strict standard helps us keep quality high and meet our commitments to our partners. For loads containing additional items like manifolds or wheel bearings, we offer discounted packages tailored to meet your needs while staying within foundry guidelines. Following these specifications helps ensure you receive the best price possible while keeping our processes efficient. Questions? Our team is here to guide you through the requirements so you can maximize the value of your scrap. #QualityStandards #IndustrialRecycling #FoundryReady #PrecisionRecycling

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Just a reminder that CCC's injection molding workshops are scheduled. Note especially the new Part and Mold Design led by RJG's own Cory Hoeppner. Come learn from an RJG instructor right here in middle America! #injectionmolding #workshops #training #RJG

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May the 4th be with you and the force is strong with West Ohio Tool ✨ As leaders in custom carbide, PCD, and CBN tooling, we channel the power of the force into every tool we create. May your machining endeavors be as epic as a galaxy far, far away! #MayThe4thBeWithYou #StarWarsDay #WestOhioTool #GainTheEdge #CarbideTools #PCDTools #CBNTools #EdgeX4 #Tools #CuttingTools

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I'm going to #FactbirdForward! Join me and other manufacturers—either in person or online—as Factbird reveals their vision for the future of pragmatic and easy-to-use manufacturing intelligence solutions on December 4. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gdn36qcn #ContinuousImprovement #Manufacturing #DataDriven #Factbird #ShopFloorOptimization #OEE #ManufacturingIntelligence #ProcessImprovement

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Working on Exercises… A couple of our students working hard on Fanuc Training at the Global Automation Training Solutions Academy! #Fanuc #Robotics #highereducation #learning #automation #business #training

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Sure, there's a skills gap in manufacturing. But the bigger issue is the 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒈𝒂𝒑 in manufacturing. Agree or disagree? I think about this moment during one of my conversations with Jason T. Ray often. Probably now more than ever. So...how do we build more leaders to close the gap? If you're reading this, I'd love to hear your perspective in the comments. #manufacturing #skillsgap

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