#9 Chips and Tips – No Prints, No Problem w/ Jim Belosic of SendCutSend
In this jam-packed episode of Chips and Tips, Justin from Toolpath sits down with Jim Belosic, founder of SendCutSend, for a wide-ranging conversation on their ambitious leap from sheet metal to CNC machining. What started as a quest for custom car parts has grown into a thriving, family-run manufacturing business that’s now aiming to shake up the world of machining—one “part-shaped object” at a time.Jim shares how SendCutSend plans to eliminate the long-standing tension between designers and machinists by rejecting traditional prints, embracing fixed tolerances, and leveraging Toolpath’s software to close the design-for-manufacture loop. They talk about why 3D printing spoiled a generation of designers, how standardization can actually expand accessibility, and how transparency, speed, and education are at the heart of the SendCutSend machining philosophy.From avoiding “Tennessee floor finishes” to training the next wave of hardware entrepreneurs, this episode is a candid look at manufacturing innovation, community impact, and the grind behind bringing fast, affordable, good-enough machining to the masses.
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#8 Chips and Tips - To Quote Or Not To Quote?
In this episode, Justin Gray (CTO at Toolpath) sits down with James Dyer (Accurate Dial and Nameplate) and Jon Rabinowitz (The Shop Inc.) to talk about the painful, confusing, and occasionally hilarious world of quoting CNC jobs.This one’s for the machinists who:Feel like every quote they write is a shot in the darkHave been burned by material costs, missed features, or surprise inspection demandsUse slitting saws, glue and tape, or even manual mills to solve wild quoting puzzlesAre trying to raise prices without losing customers (or their minds)We get real about:Quoting mistakes (and the weird lessons learned)Setup strategies for weird parts—including a $2,000 block of PEEKExpediting nightmares, tooling tricks, and the soft jaw rabbit holeWhether automation, zero-point systems, or tape-and-glue workholding actually change how you price jobsWhen to send a “go away” quote—and when it backfiresPlus: the story behind Toolpath’s “question mark bracket,” how to keep a part flat with a spider crane and rollers, and the surprising math behind quoting scrap.
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#7 Chips and Tips - Product Roadmap and Team Retreat
Ben sits down with Pete, Toolpath’s Head of Product, for a wide-ranging conversation on what it really takes to build great CAM software. Recorded after a rare in-person team meetup in Ohio, this episode blends thoughtful reflection with on-the-ground anecdotes—from bowling alley mechanics and surprise chip welds to shipping deadlines and tap-related disasters.They break down the three major internal product initiatives—Project Golden, Project Otter, and Project Armadillo—and how each is shaping the future of CAM automation. Expect behind-the-scenes insights, Red Bull-fueled roadmap rewrites, the value of empathy for machinists, and a full demo of Toolpath’s new Tool Recommendation Engine.
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#6 Chips and Tips - Mark Terryberry
In this episode of Chips and Tips, Tim Paul from Toolpath sits down with the legendary Mark Terryberry of Haas Automation—yes, the “Tip of the Day” guy. Mark shares how he went from changing clutches as a teen to shaping the machining world with his educational videos and decades of hands-on experience.We cover everything from:The real story behind the first-ever Haas Tip of the DayWhy hearing protection in the shop matters (and Mark’s personal connection)Mark’s DIY mechanical origins and career pivot from payphones to programmingThe unexpected power of educational content, mentorship, and just getting startedHow AI and automation are shaping the future of CAM and manufacturingFavorite Haas machines, cool projects, shop hacks, and Mark’s thoughts on workholding, tooling, and quotingWith stories from the garage, the shop floor, and the classroom, Mark drops wisdom for machinists young and old—plus some hot takes on CAM software, 3D printing, robotics, and why every kid should own a tool set.Whether you’re a shop rat, a student, or a machinist dreaming big, this one’s packed with practical tips and real talk from someone who’s lived it.
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#5 Chips and Tips – Speeds and Feeds
Get ready to go deep. In this episode, Tim breaks down everything he’s learned over 25 years about cutting parameters—from chip load and flute count to horsepower limits and tool geometry. It’s nerdy, it’s practical, and it’s full of “aha” moments for anyone working with CNC machines or CAM software. If you’ve ever wondered why your calculator settings don’t match real-world results, this one’s for you.
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