Christopher Nook

🚨 New Trend Detection Episode alert: Creating a predictive maintenance RFP that covers all bases In this two part episode, we were joined by Pre-sales Engineer David Peterson to discuss: ⚙️ Key components in an RFP for predictive maintenance solutions ⚙️ Effective strategies for defining requirements and objectives ⚙️ Strategies to attract qualified vendors ⚙️ Common pitfalls to avoid 🎧 Listen to Part 1 here: ➡️ https://sie.ag/5p6hV3

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At Focused on Machining, one of our top priorities has been enhancing our ability to quote parts more quickly and efficiently. Many machine shops face challenges when a single person handles all quoting, especially as employees approach retirement with crucial institutional knowledge. Recognizing the need to scale and improve customer service has been a major focus. In this pursuit, our partnership with Paperless Parts has proven invaluable, significantly enhancing quoting capabilities. Want to learn more about our journey and insights? Visit our blog to continue reading! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gSFhVt5 #MachiningExcellence #BusinessGrowth

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In the medical equipment industry, precision is always top of mind for development. Metal fabrication plays a critical role in producing durable, sterile, and reliable components for life-saving devices. Whether it’s surgical instruments, diagnostic equipment, or implants, the demand for precision-engineered metal parts continues to grow. As healthcare advances, so too does the need for cutting-edge fabrication techniques that ensure quality and safety. How do you see metal fabrication evolving in medical applications? #MedicalEquipment #MetalFabrication #PrecisionManufacturing #HealthcareInnovation

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We've compiled ten of the most requested, most unanswered vacuum chuck workholding tips in a brand new Knowledge Base article! We tackle topics like: -Vacuum workholding on small tricky parts. -Gasketing strategies. -How best to use a Venturi Kit versus a Vacuum Pump for vacuum force, and how to choose between them. -And more! This is a great one to read whether you suspect you could be getting more out of your vacuum chuck or you just want to stay current on the most effective ways to save money, time, and effort on your vacuum chuck CNC projects. #madeinamerica #roiboost #manufacturingnews #cncmachining  #contractmanufacturing #automationsolutions #roboticautomation #machineshoplife https://lnkd.in/gPMRPShD

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A review and discussion of the EMPATH ECMS continuous electrical signature analysis monitoring system, what it does, MotorDocAI features, and a full demonstration of setting up the base software. - https://lnkd.in/gu8Cyv8c #motordocllc #motordocai #electricalsignatureanalysis #esa #mcsa #mca #empath #ecmse1 #iiot #continousmonitoring #machinelearning #ai #rulesbased #RUL #TTFE

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We're proud to share that Stratasys and Select Additive Technologies, a division of Morris Group, Inc., have teamed up to deliver top-tier additive manufacturing technologies. Utilizing Stratasys's full line suite of 3D polymer printers, software, and materials, this collaboration is sure to help companies tackle some of their biggest manufacturing challenges: ➡️Cost Reduction: Spending less and achieving more with advanced 3D printing. ➡️Supply Chain Resilience: Keeping operations running smoothly with on-demand printing. ➡️Enhance Flexibility & Boost Efficiency: Speeding up prototyping and production of complex, lightweight, and strong parts while quickly adapting to market changes. ➡️Environmental Sustainability: Making a significant impact by reducing waste. ➡️Resolving Supply Chain Issues: Reducing delays with localized printing. Interested in more details? Read the full press release here https://okt.to/asrL81 #addstratasys #MakeAdditiveWorkForYou

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Shoulder bolts are used in a variety of ways and for various purposes. Their two primary functions in injection molds are limiting the distance a plate travels and pulling a plate during mold opening. injection molding expert Jim Fattori explains how to best utilize these mold components. https://bit.ly/3YIo5Pg #molding #injectionmolding #moldbuilding #moldcomponents #basics

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🔬ICAM Attendees - how is medical device manufacturer, rms Company, speeding up AM qualification? At ICAM, Ryan Kircher, Principal Additive Engineer at rms, and Plastometrex's Thomas Southern, will be sharing how PIP testing is transforming the qualification process for Ti64 medical implants. 🦾 In this session, Tom and Ryan will compare PIP to traditional tensile testing, highlighting how PIP can significantly speed up qualification times and enable testing on smaller specimens. Don't miss this talk where you'll learn how PIP can serve as a reliable QA method, ensuring build-to-build consistency and confidence in the parts produced. 💬 Accelerated Qualification of Ti-6Al-4V Medical Implants using Profilometry-Based Indentation Plastometry (PIP) 📅 October 31st, 9:10 AM 📍 Room 304 (Level 03), ICAM 2024 If you’re interested in faster, more efficient ways to qualify AM parts, this session is a must-see! #MedicalImplants # #AdditiveManufacturing #ICAM2024 #MechanicalTesting

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This is exactly how a vertical machining center should be. Take a rare look inside the GENOS M560-V: #GENOSMakesTheGrade https://hubs.ly/Q02KtYqw0

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Verifying critical functional features has become paramount in today's manufacturing landscape. This trend is primarily driven by stringent customer requirements, the need to reduce costs associated with quality defects, and the goal of producing consistent, high-quality parts. Solution Delivered: Pivot Joint Testing Equipment https://ow.ly/1IoN50SEPyL #Manufacturing #QualityControl #PermenentAssembly #USAmade #SolutionsDelivered

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Explore the 20 most sought-after manufacturing sectors in 2024 and the regions in the U.S. where potential buyers are actively looking. https://zurl.co/fGFE #manufacturing #manufacturingindustry #mergersandacquisitions #trending #additivemanufacturing #3dprinting #aerospacedefense

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Swivel rig testing is crucial for ensuring the quality, functionality, and durability of taps, especially those with movable spouts. 💧 This process simulates long-term use by replicating the repeated movement of a tap's spout, helping manufacturers assess the tap's durability and identify potential failures before the product reaches consumers. Testing can also inspire innovation, as it may reveal areas where new materials or designs could improve the tap's performance, durability, or user experience! #SwivelRigTesting #MaterialsTesting #CompositesTesting #NonMetallicsTesting #MaterialsConsultancy #WaterFittingTesting

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CASE STUDY | New England-based firearms manufacturer Charter Arms, recently invested in their first CNC mill and quickly realized the precision and productivity offered was a game changer. Within a few years, their stable of Haas CNCs grew to 4 (2 Mini Mills, 2 VF-2s), and as a result, they’ve been able to bring almost all their machining of critical parts in-house. Charter Arms has been in operation for over 60 years and specializes in revolvers of nearly every caliber you can think of. In this Haas INSIDER, Plant Manager Chris Andrade and owner Nick Ecker share their extensive history in making firearms and how their fleet of Haas CNC mills has enabled them to bring work in-house and all but eliminate time consuming hand filing of fitted parts. Andrade also shares how employees with no background in running a CNC machine have been able to operate the machines with ease. For more information on the latest in CNC automation follow Haas Automation, Inc. And give us a follow at HFO Chicago for promotions and event details! #haas #haascnc #cnc #mills #haasinsider #lathes #manufacturing #automation #technology #jobshop #metalcutting

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CASE STUDY | New England-based firearms manufacturer Charter Arms, recently invested in their first CNC mill and quickly realized the precision and productivity offered was a game changer. Within a few years, their stable of Haas CNCs grew to 4 (2 Mini Mills, 2 VF-2s), and as a result, they’ve been able to bring almost all their machining of critical parts in-house. Charter Arms has been in operation for over 60 years and specializes in revolvers of nearly every caliber you can think of. In this Haas INSIDER, Plant Manager Chris Andrade and owner Nick Ecker share their extensive history in making firearms and how their fleet of Haas CNC mills has enabled them to bring work in-house and all but eliminate time consuming hand filing of fitted parts. Andrade also shares how employees with no background in running a CNC machine have been able to operate the machines with ease. For more information on the latest in CNC automation follow Haas Automation, Inc. And give us a follow at HFO Trident Southeast | Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Caribbean for promotions and event details! #haas #haascnc #cnc #mills #haasinsider #lathes #manufacturing #automation #technology #jobshop #metalcutting

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CASE STUDY | New England-based firearms manufacturer Charter Arms, recently invested in their first CNC mill and quickly realized the precision and productivity offered was a game changer. Within a few years, their stable of Haas CNCs grew to 4 (2 Mini Mills, 2 VF-2s), and as a result, they’ve been able to bring almost all their machining of critical parts in-house. Charter Arms has been in operation for over 60 years and specializes in revolvers of nearly every caliber you can think of. In this Haas INSIDER, Plant Manager Chris Andrade and owner Nick Ecker share their extensive history in making firearms and how their fleet of Haas CNC mills has enabled them to bring work in-house and all but eliminate time consuming hand filing of fitted parts. Andrade also shares how employees with no background in running a CNC machine have been able to operate the machines with ease. For more information on the latest in CNC automation follow Haas Automation, Inc. And give us a follow at Trident Machine Tools for promotions and event details! #haas #haascnc #cnc #mills #haasinsider #lathes #manufacturing #automation #technology #jobshop #metalcutting

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Navigating Staff Shortages: Leveraging Local Machining Expertise, In manufacturing, global staffing shortages can really halt production. One of our clients, a manufacturer with an 80,000-square-foot machine shop, is more than capable of producing all the parts they need. However, they are currently short hundreds of thousands of parts due to a lack of skilled workers. This absence of a sufficient workforce hampers their production capabilities. Hiring and training new workers is not only time-consuming but also a significant financial burden. The human resource costs of recruiting, onboarding, and maintaining a workforce can be substantial. Additionally, ensuring that these new hires remain productive and busy over the long term presents further challenges. This is where we come in. With our 15,000-square-foot machine shop and a team of experienced machinists, we have the equipment and expertise to take on such outsourced work. By partnering with us, manufacturers can avoid the high costs and logistical headaches associated with hiring a large workforce. Furthermore, while sending work overseas might seem like a cost-effective solution, it often comes with hidden costs such as longer lead times, communication barriers, and potential quality issues. By keeping the work local, manufacturers can ensure better control over quality, faster turnaround times, and more straightforward communication. We can seamlessly integrate into your production process, offering the capacity you need without the long-term commitment of hiring new staff. You can maintain your production flow, ensure quality, and avoid the high costs of recruitment and training. If you are a manufacturer grappling with staff shortages, and you would like to partner with a local machining expert like KTech Manufacturing, then DM me here on LinkedIn or email [email protected]

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How do you benefit from fully machining parts in a single setup? That’s the driving topic of Director of Sales Mike Huggett’s recent contribution to Today’s Medical Developments. The examples provided may be medical parts, but the overarching principles apply to shops doing business in any industry. Check it out at the link! #index #singlesetupmfg #medicalmfg #betterpartsfaster https://hubs.li/Q02LYXZL0

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