Tag Archives: job shops

Becoming Jacks of All Trades

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Pete DiLeo

By: James D. Sawyer, Manufacturing Engineering Hoosier shop grows as a result of perseverance, determination and diversification The key thing we’ve learned from being in business,” said Brad Carney, a founder and owner of Carney-Echelbarger Machining (C-E; Kokomo, IN), “is … Continue reading →

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Landing the Job and Keeping It

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Pete DiLeo

By: Rebecca Carnes, Design-2-Part Magazine Contract manufacturers and job shops weigh in on what OEMs value most in their suppliers Contract manufacturers (CMs) and job shops constantly find themselves under pressure to deliver outstanding price, quality, and on-time delivery to … Continue reading →

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Quick Response Manufacturing: How a Company-Wide Strategy Can Cut Lead Times for High-Mix, Low Volume, Custom-Engineered Parts

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Pete DiLeo

By: David Gaines and Mark Short, Design-2-Part Magazine Although it may be an eye-opener for many, the QRM methodology has been shown to reduce costs and improve quality, even while shrinking a company’s lead times.

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What’s the Job Shop Secret to Success?

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Pete DiLeo

By: Mark Albert, Modern Machine Shop If the answer to this question lies in the answers to our open-ended survey question, it’s these four factors: 1. Focus on the customer. 2. Keep up with new technology. 3. Engage in continuous … Continue reading →

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