Automation – Advantages and Disadvantages
Leave a CommentAutomation is utilized in many processes of today’s manufacturing sector. Many factories that are creating components and parts for a variety of industries have some type of the process automated. Robots are often used in more hazardous applications or in extremely repetitive actions that can be ergonomically problematic for human workers. What are the advantages […]
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Transporting North America’s Oil and Gas in the 21st Century
Leave a CommentIn less than a decade, North America has under gone a massive economic transformation thanks to the boom in the natural gas and oil industries. A recent report from the influential global information company IHS gives some insight into just how big the changes have been in the past six years. According to the IHS, […]
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Clean, Dependable, Versatile – Making the Case for Nuclear Energy
Leave a CommentNuclear energy has been around for decades as a powerful energy source, but as of late it’s often overlooked in favor of wind and solar power. In the recent past, meltdowns in Japan stoked the fears of many about the perceived dangers of nuclear power. But nuclear power is a viable—and, when implemented correctly—safe alternative […]
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Cleaning Up Mobile Garbage Bin Décor with EarthBins
Leave a CommentMobile Garbage Bins (MGB) are unsightly—plain and simple. Have you ever been in a park with an overflowing MGB, or gone to eat at a fast food restaurant with a fenced in MGB out back? They’re dirty, disgusting and at odds with the surrounding scenery. What’s more, they’re ineffective and difficult to use. When we […]
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Minecraft and STEM: Getting Kids Interesting in Creating the Future
Leave a CommentScience. Technology. Engineering. Math. These are the tools that will be used to build the future. The conversation, of late, has turned to “Who is going to wield these tools?” As manufacturing returns to North America, there’s a concern over the skills gap that exists—in many cases there are more jobs than there are qualified […]
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Custom Manufacturing for Architectural Design
2 CommentsArchitectural design is a field bursting with creativity. In a custom designed house nearly everything is a one-off. Counter tops, trim pieces, light fixtures, doors, railings, staircases, even house numbers—everything is designed to give the house a special look that reflects the style of the architect and the character of the homeowners. Our capabilities here […]
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Innovation and the Pursuit of New Markets in 2013
Leave a CommentThe old mantra about not putting too many eggs in one basket is an important tenet in manufacturing. As some industries experience highs, others suffer lows. The key to being a successful manufacturer is working with multiple industries in order to avoid being hit too hard by the lows of one or two. In keeping […]
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Precision Manufacturing for Performance Racing
Leave a CommentA little while back we attended the Performance Racing Industry Show. The show saw a smaller turnout than it had in previous years, but we still received quotes which we promptly got to work on. The needs of the performance racing industry are a great fit for what we do best: low volume, high precision […]
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Splining Actuator Shafts for Nuclear Plant Valves
Leave a CommentMany of our customers in the valve industry have customers of their own in the nuclear industry. Our customers supply a range of valves including pressure release valves and control valves. As the title of our blog says, we often spline the actuator shafts for these valves. Components operating in nuclear operations have to be […]
Certified for Success
Leave a CommentWhen tackling any project, quality manufacturing goes hand in hand with having the right processes in place. Our certifications are proof of our commitment to always deliver the highest level of service. Controlled Goods Program (CGP) – This certification is equivalent to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and it allows us to supply […]