So far, Made in the USA has looked into system-wide effects of broken supply chains, automation, skilled workforce issues and our perception of manufacturing jobs — examining each topic through a prism of individual experiences. For this final episode for Season 1, let’s look at one more system-wide question and bring it back to personal perspectives: Is there today a new dawn, a new moment for American manufacturing?

Recent WFW graduate and Navy veteran Miquel Carrillo Meza exemplifies the program’s recognition that the on-going formation of a cadre of dedicated instructors is critical. Meza is one of WFW’s newest machining teaching assistants, a position offered to him because he excelled in learning machining skills and showed strong leadership ability.

To combat the skilled labor shortage, this Top Shops honoree turned to partnerships and unique benefits to attract talented workers.

In the latest episode of our View From My Shop series, MMS Editor-in-Chief Brent Donaldson visited the JN Shapiro Watches headquarters and production facility where Founder Joshua Shapiro—a history teacher turned watchmaker—realized his dream of "making a watch from scratch and everything in it."

Even before inspection, Datanomix and Caron Engineering’s TMAC AI can extrapolate part quality from cut information. This information also helps shops push their tool life to its limits.

ModuleWorks and Toolpath announce a technology partnership that intends to utilize intelligent cloud-based manufacturing solutions for machining estimation and CAM automation.

This shop developed a Web- and video-based training program tailored to its own specific practices that enables new hires to progress in stages from trainee to senior process engineer after demonstrating a clear understanding of each new skill they’ve acquired.

FANUC’s IMTS 2024 booth includes real-time demonstrations that show the abilities of its equipment, including robots, controllers and machine tools.

Grant funding for workforce training or the purchase of new equipment is an undervalued but complex resource for machine shops. We enlisted an expert to help navigate the process.

Learn more about the variety of technology and machinery Hwacheon Machinery America, Inc. is featuring at its IMTS 2024 booth.

JD Machine, 2024’s Top Shops Honoree in Human Resources, embodies its “Education for Life” core value with a robust apprenticeship program and significant continuous improvement efforts.

Determining the shape of a workpiece is required in many manufacturing processes. Keep in mind these important points to ensure that you master the process.

Differential gaging measures using two devices, which has advantages over standard, comparative measurements using a single sensing head. These include the ability to measure size without regard to position.

Moving from an aging set of five-axis mills to more advanced machines enabled Hendrick Motorsports to dramatically improve its engine production.

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Job shops are implementing automation and digitalization into workflows to eliminate set up time and increase repeatability in production.

No matter what your workholding application, automation always makes sense. Kurt Workholding helps you pick the right tool for the automation job — whether it be a single-vise setup or multiple vises holding large work pieces. This webinar will cover automation solutions using pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic actuation. Agenda:  Most common types of vise automation solutions How to pick the right type of automation for an application Key differences between custom workholding and off-the-shelf automation solutions

At Mill 19, the site of the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute and Carnegie Mellon University’s Manufacturing Futures Institute, robotics data provides the foundation for AI and digital twins.

A blueprint is a plan for building something, in this case, a conduit that streamlines skills training. Rather than transporting a natural resource to sites where it can be converted into energy or usable materials, this “pipeline” is designed to attract, refine and deliver a vigorous stream of highly employable, productive workers. WFW’s facility in San Diego is a working model of this kind of pipeline. “The blueprint is sound, and the resulting pipeline is replicable and scalable,” Luis y Prado says.

What manufacturing desperately needs is what he calls a pipeline of trained, certified and dependable workers. Luis y Prado believes that WFW is a blueprint for that pipeline, and that following this blueprint is the key to bolstering manufacturing. “If we can bridge the skills gap successfully, we can ensure the success of U.S. manufacturing and with it, the success of our country’s economy as a whole,” he says.

Coordinate systems tell a CNC machine where to position the cutting tool during the program’s execution for any purpose that requires the cutting tool to move.

Rob Guiao, Chris Hall and Bassanio Peters will demonstrate relatable situations to equip you with data to improve predictability, future-proof operations and maximize ROI. Agenda:  Explore the importance of data in decision-making, especially for facility upgrades or new projects Learn how comprehensive solutions for manufacturing and construction projects can improve predictability and ROI See real demonstrations of machine integrations, facility layouts and automations to ensure proper throughput and integration

New U.S.-based event announced in 2021 finally debuts next year: focuses on complete additive manufacturing value chain. More at formnextchicago.com.

Custom workholding enabled Resolve Surgical Technologies to place all sizes of one trauma part onto a single machine — and cut days from the setup times.

Another obstacle to expansion is the lack of qualified instructors. Luis y Prado says that WFW has its own program for developing the cadre of professional instructors in the manufacturing specialties it offers. Most of the associate instructors are getting on-the-job training as teachers and mentors. New centers likewise will include provisions for training the trainers as an on-going adjunct to training the trainees.

The goal of National Composites Week is to celebrate and bring attention to the myriad ways that composite materials and composites manufacturing contributes to the products and structures that shape the American manufacturing landscape today. Learn how you can participate in this year's National Composites Week on NationalCompositesWeek.com.

The latest episode “Made in the USA” podcast explores a company that uses collaborative robots, one of the key tools helping US machine shops and other manufacturers compete with lower cost countries by automating production.

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However, the WFW pipeline is distinctive in many aspects. First and foremost, it is a pipeline to move veterans and transitioning service members into careers in manufacturing technology. “Veterans represent a pool of training candidates that is already proven to be talented, competent and committed. These individuals have demonstrated their integrity, ability to make decisions, find solutions and work in teams. They have learned firsthand the importance of punctuality, dependability and resourcefulness,” he says.

Across a range of technical presentations aimed at small and mid-sized job shops, the first-ever Automated Shop Conference (TASC) offered insights into several automated technologies, implementation strategies, shopfloor training tips, and even the untapped power of automated coolant delivery.

Moving from an aging set of five-axis mills to more advanced machines enabled Hendrick Motorsports to dramatically improve its engine production.

MachineMetrics uses data synchronization and real-time monitoring of production to help keep schedules current and to reflect actual shopfloor conditions.

The tool crib is the backbone of any machine shop — without the right tools, nothing moves forward. While most ERP systems overlook the tool crib, ProShop integrates it seamlessly with CNC programming, job planning, scheduling and more. Join this webinar for an exclusive look at how Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions leverages ProShop to document tool requirements, sync tool demand from CAM software and efficiently manage the tool crib and work instructions. Discover how ProShop transforms the tooling workflow to maximize efficiency and precision.

Chiron Group combines the best of both worlds at IMTS 2024, featuring live demonstrations of their Micro5 and Mill 2000 machines, alongside a cutting-edge virtual showroom. This innovative approach allows visitors to explore Chiron’s full product lineup without the logistical challenges of transporting large equipment.

ModuleWorks and Toolpath announce a technology partnership that intends to utilize intelligent cloud-based manufacturing solutions for machining estimation and CAM automation.

The L.S. Starrett Co. has been manufacturing precision measurement tools in Athol, Massachusetts, since 1880. Attention to U.S. manufacturing often focuses on reshoring manufacturing from other countries, but Starrett never left. The facility in Athol employs hundreds and produces thousands of tools that remain vital for measurement in machining and other fields.

Adopting the WFW blueprint presents substantial challenges, but they can be overcome, Luis y Prado says. “The manufacturing community must change its mindset,” he says. “Too many shop owners and factory managers, consciously or unconsciously, believe in the 40-20-10 rule, expecting to find job candidates with 40 years of experience, are 20 years old and will work for $10 an hour.” They blame China, the pandemic or a “kids-these-days” syndrome for the skills shortage. Others, he says, believe that automation is the answer, overlooking the fact that automation exacerbates the situation because automation almost always demands even higher levels of skill for operation and maintenance.

Q-Mark has built its metrology business by providing what customers need, when they want it. This goes for its IMTS booth, too, with free drinks alongside custom technology.

Pacon Mfg, Inc. has not rested on its laurels as the 2020 Top Shop Honoree for Shopfloor Practices and Performance. In the years since, it has refined its processes to continue excelling in a volatile market.

Motul announces it has acquired Chem Arrow Corp., aiming to expand the global presence and growth in lubricants for metal parts manufacturing.

Luis y Prado’s thinking along these lines begins with the idea that for America to be successful, it needs a strong manufacturing base. “Manufacturing accounts for 70% of R&D spending, 30% of productivity growth and 60% of exports. Yet the manufacturing industry is still starving for qualified workers,” he says. He notes that in 2019, there were more than 500,000 unfilled manufacturing jobs and 720,000 today. This shortage of skilled workers is a crippling weakness in manufacturing that threatens to make a full recovery from Covid, offshoring and other setbacks difficult or impossible.

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In the latest episode of our View From My Shop series, MMS Editor-in-Chief Brent Donaldson visited the JN Shapiro Watches headquarters and production facility where Founder Joshua Shapiro—a history teacher turned watchmaker—realized his dream of "making a watch from scratch and everything in it."

The founder of this training program for military veterans sees it as a pattern for rethinking assumptions and attitudes about the skills gap in U.S. manufacturing.

Coordinate systems tell a CNC machine where to position the cutting tool during the program’s execution for any purpose that requires the cutting tool to move.

“These credentials are stackable,” Luis y Prado explains. That is, proven competency in one skill area can be augmented with proven competency in a related or complimentary skill area. For example, CAD, CAM programming and CNC machining skills are mutually reinforcing. The WFW blueprint specifies that courses be structured to fulfill this concept.

Facing increasing competition from lower-cost imports, Suburban Tool made a move toward large-scale, in-house machining. By identifying a niche in large, precision angle plates and tombstones, the company has strengthened its ability to control quality and protect its reputation.

The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will give shops of all sizes and production volumes key insights and practical guidance on how to implement automation.

Differential gaging measures using two devices, which has advantages over standard, comparative measurements using a single sensing head. These include the ability to measure size without regard to position.

When it comes to utilizing the spindle’s power, there is a lot of headroom at the upper limits, provided it’s in short bursts. Be mindful of your time at these loads so you don’t stall out.

By equipping MassRobotics with its advanced cobots, ABB aims to facilitate the creation of new and impactful solutions that address real-world challenges across various industries.

When revising part designs, investigate the 3D CAD, the 2D drawing and the part’s functional requirements to determine which details should be tightened up.

Investing in new technology, training and automation is a necessity for keeping up with the changing nature of manufacturing, according to Tony Staub, founder of Staub Precision Machine Inc.

AccuRounds has created synergy between culture and technology, driving a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Heidenhain and Acu-Rite Solutions are offering several hands-on experiences at their booth this year, as well as internal components that reduce energy use.

Standards for surface finishes and profiles are not static; they change as technology changes or new processes come along that need to be considered.

Lee Wimmer invited us to tour his second-generation family-owned machine shop in Perkasie, PA. This video explores the production processes behind precision-machined parts for both Wimmer Custom Cycle and LS Wimmer Machine Co., and shows how ingenuity and determination are still at the heart of American manufacturing. Today, both companies are now managed by Wimmer’s three sons.

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At the WFW facility in San Diego, there is at least one CNC machine or a fully equipped welding booth for every two students, and approximately one instructor or associate instructor for every 10 students. Total value of equipment at the center is close to $15 million.

As the demand for faster production cycles continues to grow, the ability to produce high-quality parts quickly and efficiently has become increasingly important. High-speed 3D printing has emerged as a key solution to reduce lead times and increase productivity across industries. However, like any advanced technology, it comes with its own set of challenges. In this webinar, Forward AM will explore both the opportunities and hurdles of adopting high-speed printing with a particular focus on overcoming those challenges. It’ll start by discussing the fundamentals of high-speed 3D printing and how it differs from conventional 3D printing methods. It’ll then move on to the key factors that influence successful implementation, including the impact of materials, equipment and design considerations. One of the main hurdles in high-speed 3D printing is ensuring the right balance between speed and part quality. Different materials behave differently under high-speed conditions — and not all equipment is optimized for this process. Forward AM will showcase some validated materials and equipment that are proven to perform well under these conditions. In addition, the presenters will look at real-world examples and applications where high-speed 3D printing has been successfully implemented, highlighting the collaboration between designers, engineers and manufacturers. By the end of this webinar, you'll not only have a clearer understanding of high-speed 3D printing with FFF but also the practical steps and considerations needed to make the most of this cutting-edge technology. Agenda:  Introduction The power of high-speed printing Know the process The practical side

CloudNC introduces the resource-efficient Cycle Time Estimator function for its AI-powered CAM Assist solution, available for Mastercam, Autodesk Fusion and Siemens NX CAM users.

"WFW can help hold the line while manufacturers recalibrate their support of skills training. WFW also can hold out a blueprint for the pipeline building that needs to be done," he says. Nevertheless, he is a firm believer in the potential for new thinking to take hold and bring about the transformation that is needed. In the meantime, veterans continue to represent what he characterizes as the cream of the crop, and should be viewed as a sizable, remarkable resource that deserves to be a priority for training programs.

SmartBox 2.0 integrates advanced communication protocols and edge computing for enhanced productivity and security, ensuring safe data export from machines to factory networks.

AccuRounds has created synergy between culture and technology, driving a commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

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The return on this investment, however, is compelling. According to Luis y Prado, 95% of WFW graduates are placed in jobs right away at an average starting salary of $60,000 a year. Equally important and telling is the fact that employers hiring these graduates consistently clamor for more, he says. “We are told all the time that they will take as many of our grads as they can get.” WFW has placed graduates in all 50 states, many at high-profile manufacturing companies as well as leading contract manufacturing companies and job shops.

AI technology isn’t just a concept for the future—it’s here now, ready to transform your estimating process with the new AI BOM builder in JobBOSS². In this first-launch webinar, discover how AI can revolutionize bill of materials (BOM) entry in your shop, saving time, reducing errors and boosting efficiency. In this session, ECI will review how to use AI to build BOMs through a powerful feature that automates the extraction and input of BOM data from PDFs, Excel spreadsheets and images, all within JobBOSS². You'll have the opportunity to watch a live demonstration of the AI BOM builder in action — showcasing its ability to reduce BOM entry time from hours to mere minutes — thereby allowing you to focus on more strategic tasks. Additionally, you will learn about the real-world benefits of AI-driven BOM entry, including the minimization of manual errors, enhanced accuracy, and streamlined estimating processes — all of which can provide your shop with an immediate competitive edge. Finally, there will be a Q&A session with experts, giving you the chance to ask questions and find out how to integrate AI effectively. Agenda:  Experience AI in action in a real-world manufacturing setting Discover how the AI BOM builder can immediately impact your shop’s efficiency and productivity Get hands-on insights on implementing AI to streamline your operations

Pacon Mfg, Inc. has not rested on its laurels as the 2020 Top Shop Honoree for Shopfloor Practices and Performance. In the years since, it has refined its processes to continue excelling in a volatile market.

Ever wonder what sets Top Shops apart from the competition? Dive into their award-winning practices and explore behind-the-scenes strategies for operational excellence.

By equipping MassRobotics with its advanced cobots, ABB aims to facilitate the creation of new and impactful solutions that address real-world challenges across various industries.

The MFG Meeting brings together manufacturing technology industry leaders to address key business challenges and provide actionable solutions. Sessions cover a wide range of topics, including workforce, economics, supply chain, leadership, politics, and more. This unique meeting experience provides unparalleled opportunities to network with executives from companies that make, sell, service, and support MT. These peers and competitors will learn from each other, build long-lasting connections, and share insights that will benefit their business.

In this webinar, director of manufacturing Phil Linscheid will discuss how Hamilton Company has transformed its manufacturing operations with real-time production data. Learn how Phil and his team have increased throughput five times since 2017, while simultaneously improving production efficiency. Phil will share his journey over the past few years making strategic decisions to grow the machine shop’s impact as well as how his team uses MachineMetrics to improve production visibility, automate cycle time tracking, increase machine uptime and enable accurate quoting and planning. Agenda: Enabling production visibility in Nevada’s largest machine shop Improving quoting, planning and scheduling with accurate cycle times The importance of integrating shop floor data with operational systems

Part of Major Tool’s 52,000 square-foot building expansion includes the installation of this new Waldrich Coburg Taurus 30 vertical machining center.

Ceratizit USA has promoted Troy Wilt from national sales manager to managing director of Ceratizit USA, cutting tools division.

Luis y Prado notes that the veteran talent pool is large and growing, with 200,000 veterans re-joining civilian life every year. More than 1 million veterans will be leaving military service in the next five years. “A high-grade, high-value resource like this is the ideal material for a training pipeline,” he says.

Though most frequently used for diameter measurements, an air plug and platen can be readily configured to measure perpendicularity.

The specifications called out in the WFW blueprint are clear. The training program is concentrated, intense, immersive and accelerated — students graduate in four months. It has ample up-to-date equipment for trainees to learn on. It has enough dedicated and effective instructors to ensure that trainees get a solid foundation in both theory and practice, with personal attention and assistance tailored to individual needs. Training is comprised of core classes, advanced classes and workshops in CNC machining and welding. Classes include CAD, precision measurement, water jet operation, 3D printing and more. After completing coursework, trainees must pass tests or examinations to receive certificates from recognized industry groups such as the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS), American Welding Society, the National Coalition of Certification Centers and others.

Universal machines were the main draw of Grob’s 5-Axis Live — though the company’s apprenticeship and support proved equally impressive.

Each year Products Finishing partners with thousands of finishing operations in the U.S. to celebrate National Surface Finishing Day (NSFD) on the first Wednesday in March. NSFD is designed to celebrate and showcase the industry to trade schools, businesses, officials and media, as well as to celebrate employees and staff. The overarching goal of NSFD is to bring further awareness to the important roles plating and coating facilities play in their communities. Facilities are encouraged to host events and work with local media to build awareness about the contributions made by the surface finishing industry. For a helpful guide to reaching out to media outlets, download the NSFD toolkit here. How can you celebrate? Share your company’s story Hold an open house where the public can check out your facility –— either in person or virtual Offer student shop tours to local trade schools Invite local elected officials to visit and get to know your staff Celebrate your employees Share news about what you’re doing on social media and use the hashtag #NationalSurfaceFinishingDay or #NSFD

Automation is no longer a luxury in manufacturing today – it’s a necessity. The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect job shops with experts who offer advice and considerations for this process.

Each tool setting technique has merit, and it depends on where you are as a shop and the type of work you do, as cost and efficiency all come into play.

The choice between buying a new machine or refurbishing the current one will become clear after a thorough assessment of the machine.

OnLogic is partnering with AI development and implementation specialists to help companies use AI-powered solutions, aiming to drive real business value.

Finally, Luis y Prado calls for a fundamental change in the relationship between employers and employees when it comes to recruiting and retaining manufacturing talent. “There has to be a mutual commitment and obligation between the employer and employees. You can’t demand that employees be loyal when a company can lay them off at any time. We need a social contract that says the company will pay the employee a fair wage, invest in the necessary training and that the employee agrees to stay with the company for a specific number of years,” he says.

Luis y Prado is an optimist. When he and his wife Rachel founded WFW 12 years ago, its core mission was training — training specifically for veterans. That is still its core mission, he says, noting that WFW is successful because it has stayed true to this mission. However, he notes that training is not a core mission for most manufacturing companies. Competing in the marketplace is their core mission, as it should be, he says. Yet competitiveness cannot be advanced, let alone sustained, if a company's skilled workforce is not being renewed or enlarged.

Lee Wimmer invited us to tour his second-generation family-owned machine shop in Perkasie, PA. This video explores the production processes behind precision-machined parts for both Wimmer Custom Cycle and LS Wimmer Machine Co., and shows how ingenuity and determination are still at the heart of American manufacturing. Today, both companies are now managed by Wimmer’s three sons.

At Carnegie Mellon University’s Manufacturing Futures Institute, researchers use a robotic test bed where AMRs deliver Lego bricks to robot arms for assembly to study AI, multirobot collaboration, assembly, safety and more.

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Legacy Precision Molds takes us on a tour of their moldbuilding facility. They've recently implemented two automated 5-axis cells for metal and graphite machining that run lights out during nights and weekends.

Legacy Precision Molds takes us on a tour of their moldbuilding facility. They've recently implemented two automated 5-axis cells for metal and graphite machining that run lights out during nights and weekends.

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Take a look inside James Engineering, a high-end CNC Deburring OEM that became a job shop when they decided to produce their own parts in-house.

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Facing increasing competition from lower-cost imports, Suburban Tool made a move toward large-scale, in-house machining. By identifying a niche in large, precision angle plates and tombstones, the company has strengthened its ability to control quality and protect its reputation.

Determining the shape of a workpiece is required in many manufacturing processes. Keep in mind these important points to ensure that you master the process.

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Entrepreneur Scott Colosimo found early success in China producing parts for his Cleveland-based motorcycle company in the mid-2000s. This is the story of how IP theft issues overwhelmed the business, prompting Colosimo and his team to start over from scratch — and move production back to the United States.

With adequate financial support, Luis y Prado believes that WFW can increase its output of graduates significantly, from 200 a year currently to perhaps 1,000 a year, although still not enough to meet the needs of veterans leaving the service and not nearly enough to serve the needs of industry. Clearly, industry needs a national network of pipelines that can pump in the kind of trained, certified and readily deployable workers that the WFW pipeline is now producing.

Soraluce’s wide range of machine heads and the ability to have multiple heads on a single machine (with automatic changing stations) provides flexibility and reduced setups for large-format machining.

Luis y Prado emphasizes that WFW is a proven model, but replicating its success depends on adhering to the blueprint. He wants to see WFW-like training centers replicated in manufacturing hubs across the country. For one reason, many more are needed to absorb the influx of military veterans who not only stand to benefit most from the program but also are the most likely to benefit employers in need of their skills. For another reason, training centers like these can process other qualified candidates such as post-secondary graduates in civilian life who are looking for an alternative to traditional college degrees that do not suit their interests and abilities or do not make them readily employable.

Take a look inside James Engineering, a high-end CNC Deburring OEM that became a job shop when they decided to produce their own parts in-house.

Up-to-date equipment such as multi-axis CNC machines and instructors who provide personal attention are two reasons why WFW’s accelerated training programs are efficient and effective. Photos courtesy of Workshops for Warriors.

When Puneet and Neelam Neotia moved from India to the United States several years ago, they brought with them a family background in manufacturing and CNC machining. Now the couple is working to get their startup machine shop off the ground, sourcing new customers and getting the word out about their shop in Clarksville, Indiana. The couple — proud to publicize their "Made in the USA" parts — is leveraging family connections and manufacturing capabilities back in India, but not in the way that some people assume.

PTXPO 2025 is a comprehensive showcase of cutting-edge technologies and innovations within the plastics molding industry. Join fellow molders, moldmakers, brand owners, OEMs and their full suite of suppliers in Rosemont, IL for three days of non-stop networking, education and business development opportunities.

Luis y Prado acknowledges that funding is a barrier to reproducing the WFW prototype. “Up to now, the reason a national vocational training program has not worked is due to a lack of substantive federal support for manufacturing training, as witnessed by the infrastructure spending bill recently under consideration by Congress. Allocations for manufacturing training in the bill were quickly rejected,” says Luis y Prado, sharing his opinion that this money would have been the most likely to provide the greatest and fastest boost to a U.S. manufacturing training program.

Looking to automate your shop floor? The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) will connect shops with experts who can advise them through this transition.

In this episode of Made in the USA, several executives and senior staff at Hardinge give their first-person account of how they formulated the plan to shift the manufacturing of its milling and turning product lines from its Taiwan plant to its plant in Elmira, New York, the major challenges they encountered and the rewards that made it worth the effort.

Readers familiar with Workshops for Warriors (WFW) may understand that its “blueprint for success” is a reference to a structured training initiative to help military veterans move into rewarding careers in CNC machining, CNC programming, welding and other skilled trades. However, Hernán Luis y Prado, the founder and CEO of WFW, says that this interpretation is incomplete. In addition to a blueprint for the success of veterans, he says that WFW is a blueprint for the success of a national program of industrial training facilities. It is also a blueprint for success applicable to owners and managers of manufacturing companies. In addition, it is a blueprint for success of the national economy.

Custom workholding enabled Resolve Surgical Technologies to place all sizes of one trauma part onto a single machine — and cut days from the setup times.

OnLogic is partnering with AI development and implementation specialists to help companies use AI-powered solutions, aiming to drive real business value.

Instead, Luis y Prado is calling on decision-makers to invoke their own understanding of basic economic concepts such as return on investment — in other words, the importance of spending money to make money. Effective training programs such as WFW are not cheap, he says. “It costs about $25,000 for each veteran to complete the training program.” This cost is paid by program supporters such as private donors, foundations and companies such as Ford Motor Co., Collins Aerospace, Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co., Boeing, and others. Veterans going through the program do not incur out-of-pocket expenses.

Pacon Mfg, Inc. has not rested on its laurels as the 2020 Top Shop Honoree for Shopfloor Practices and Performance. In the years since, it has refined its processes to continue excelling in a volatile market.

Working closely with customers and making careful investments has enabled this Wisconsin machine shop to tackle difficult jobs with tight deadlines as a core part of its business.