Taps and Patience | Business and Machining Podcast

Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com-----In episode 163 of the Taps and Patience podcast, hosts AJ and Harrison discuss their recent experiences and challenges in their respective manufacturing businesses, including work on projects and developments in technology, such as regrinding tools and improving workflow systems. Harrison shares insights about managing his shop while navigating staff changes, while AJ announces a personal challenge to generate $20,000 in profit within a month and expresses excitement about a new materials tracking module he's developing. The conversation touches on various topics including the complexities of product design, teaching opportunities, and the evolving landscape of their businesses.-----Check out the hosts on Instagram:https://instagram.com/audacity_microhttps://instagram.com/precisioningenuity

Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com-----In this episode of "Taps and Patience," AJ and Harrison discuss various updates regarding their businesses, focusing on AJ's internet issues, recent teaching experiences, and ongoing projects, including machining and teaching classes. AJ has been adjusting to limited internet access in his shop and managing several business projects, while Harrison shares news about increasing order backlogs and utilizing their collaborative robot effectively. They also cover components related to their automation efforts and improvements in their machinery setups, highlighting the importance of efficient operations and material tracking.Vinyl shipping labels:https://amzn.to/4e0GPSR-----Check out the hosts on Instagram:https://instagram.com/audacity_microhttps://instagram.com/precisioningenuity

Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com-----In the 161st episode of the "Taps and Patience" podcast, AJ and Harrison discuss their experiences with internet issues in their shops and the challenges they face with manufacturing and production demands, including repairing a broken tap during machining. They also dive into customer relations and the importance of maintaining quality and reputation while navigating the complexities of quoting jobs and material management. Additionally, AJ shares updates on his new ERP software project aimed at improving inspection reporting and workflow processes, emphasizing the benefits of local efficiency over global market optimization.Links:https://github.com/AudacityMicro/AMERP-----
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Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com-----In the 160th episode of Taps and Patience, AJ and Harrison discuss their experiences with equipment upgrades and challenges in their respective machining environments. AJ shares updates about his projects, including his greenhouse and improvements in his programming applications, while Harrison explains the intricacies of ISO 9001 compliance and the challenges associated with equipment maintenance. The episode also highlights their collective efforts to engage with their listeners through Patreon and upcoming events such as IMTS, aiming to build a community around machining and manufacturing knowledge.-----Check out the hosts on Instagram:https://instagram.com/audacity_microhttps://instagram.com/precisioningenuity

Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com-----In this podcast episode, host Harrison welcomes Josh from Layton Machine, who shares his journey from a sales background in IT to discovering CNC machining after attempting to create a product he couldn't find. Josh discusses his current focus on job shop work and his transition to engaging with the Subtract Manufacturing network, where he is taking on quoting and account management roles to help grow the business. The conversation also touches on the importance of diversifying customer bases, the challenges of running a machining business, and their experiences at IMTS, emphasizing the need for strategic growth and effective networking in the industry.-----Check out the hosts on Instagram:https://instagram.com/audacity_microhttps://instagram.com/precisioningenuity