Makingchips | Equipping Manufacturing Leaders

There are 12 Master Brand Archetypes. Which one are you? Hello Metalworking Nation! We are thrilled to bring you another episode in our MakingChips #MarketingForMakers Series with Red Caffeine. On today’s episode we welcome two special guests from Red Caffeine; Shannon Callarman – Content Director and Danny Wyse – Graphic Designer. We’ll hear Shannon explain what Archetyping is, and what it says about you and your brand identity. Later on, we’ll hear Danny talk about developing logos, and putting a face to a brand that represents your business. In manufacturing news, we talk about continued growth in South Carolina’s manufacturing sector. Episode Outline [00:01] – MachineMetrics [03:00] – Manufacturing News [05:13] – Quarterly ZENGER’s Meetings [07:05] – Core Values at Carr Machine [10:00] – We Hug it Out [14:05] – Welcome Shannon [15:34] – The Art of Branding [16:05] – Archetyping [22:04] – Look Into Your Archetype [26:04] – Welcome Danny [29:18] – Mood Board [35:05] – The Value of Trust [39:43] – What A

Hello Metalworking Nation! We are excited to be coming to you from our brand new studio at the DMDII in Goose Island, Chicago. On this episode of MakingChips, Jim and Jason talk about overtime in the manufacturing industry. Should workers count on it as a guarantee; or should it be considered a special privilege? We also speak about industry 4.0, our new studio, family vacations, and growing pains with acquisitions. In manufacturing news, we comment on Apple CEO Tim Cook's announcement of a new fund that will invest $1 billion into U.S. companies that perform advanced manufacturing. Episode Outline:[00:01] - MachineMetrics[01:50] - Our New Home [03:00] - Manufacturing News [07:34] - Growing Pains [10:26] - Boston [11:30] - Privilege or Entitlement? [13:10] - Counting On It [16:15] - Part of the Package [18:55] - Work/Life Balance [21:43] - Conclusion of Episode Mentioned in this Episode:Machine Metrics | MakingChips Discount Manufacturing News MakingChips | Marketing Series MakingChips TVLeave Us A Review We

Hello Metalworking Nation! Today we are coming to you from DMG MORI’s Innovation Days in Hoffman Estates, IL where we are pleased to welcome some very special guests to the show. On this episode we’ll be speaking with three different manufacturing leaders, and getting their perspective on hot-button topics including automation, strategic visioning, digitization, and mitigating the skills shortage. First, we welcome Thorsten Schmidt, CEO of DMG MORI USA. Thorsten touches on DMG MORI's strong focus on technology cycles, quality control, automation, and intelligent data collection. We also hear his global perspective on what differentiates good leaders from great leaders, and what they are doing to remain successful. Next, we sit down with Rick Frankowitch, Operations Manager at Hommer Tool. Rick, a DMG MORI customer, shares his excitement about this year's Innovation Days, while offering us some insight into mitigating the skills shortage issue. Lastly, we speak with Craig Van den Avont, President of GAM Enterp

Hello Metalworking Nation! We are thrilled to bring in a very special guest this week; someone who we truly believe can help elevate your leadership to the next level. Today we welcome Andrea Olson, founder and CEO of Prag'madik. Prag'madik  works with technology companies, industrial manufacturers, and professional service companies that are facing challenges to growth, and looking to make their operations more efficient and effective. On this episode we'll discuss and evaluate several different components of leadership; including hot-button topics such as being pragmatic in your leadership role, establishing your company culture, and mitigating setbacks. Later on, Andrea takes us through three bullet points that you can start using to become a better manufacturing leader immediately. In manufacturing news, we'll talk about U.S. manufacturing's robust growth in March 2017, and Jim makes a bet with Jason live on air. Episode Outline: [00:01] - DMG MORI Innovation Days [02:40] - Manufacturing News [06:11] - Va

How well do you know your customers and their needs? And, how well do you meet those needs? The only way to accurately pinpoint the most important expectations of your clients and how you are performing against them is to hear it directly from them. On today's episode, we talk about interviewing current, prospective and lost clients. We welcome back Julie Poulos, Kacey Keegan, and Jimmy Merritello with Red Caffeine Marketing+Technology for our MakingChips Marketing Series. They share some valuable information about surveying your clients to help you better understand the collective voice of your customers. In manufacturing news, we'll discuss the current state of the manufacturing economy and efforts to restore U.S. manufacturing to its former glory. Episode Outline:[01:11] - DMG Mori[03:39] - Manufacturing News[06:16] - MachineMetrics[07:35] - Welcome Back Julie[12:40] - Feedback Loop[15:00] - Great Success Stories[18:09] - It All Starts with a List[20:12] - Buying Trigger[23:00] - Pain Point[26:12] - Surve

Hello Metalworking Nation! Today we welcome Eric Fogg, Co-Founder and Partner of MachineMetrics, to the MakingChips Podcast. Eric started as a CNC machinist and identified an area in the throughput process that he believes can significantly help increase spindle uptime through a machine monitoring system called "MachineMetrics". MachineMetrics is a cloud solution that improves transparency and production efficiency for manufacturing facilities by automatically collecting, analyzing, and visualizing data from people, parts, and machines. Eric tells his story and shares the benefits of the system. He’s traveled all the way from Boston, Massachusetts to join us today and we are thrilled to have him in our studio. Episode Outline:[01:45] - Birthday and Books [03:30] - Manufacturing News [08:25] - DMG MORI - Innovation Days [10:18] - Introducing Eric Fogg [10:42] - The “A-ha” Moment [14:10] - Machine Metrics [17:35] - Providing Useful Data [19:16] - Success Stories [22:00] - Building the Dashboard [26:04] - Focus

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Hello Metalworking Nation! We are coming to you from Burr Ridge, IL -- headquarters of the Tuthill Corporation where we welcome CEO Tom Carmazzi to the MakingChips Podcast. Tuthill Corporation, established in 1892, has been manufacturing pumps, meters, vacuum systems, and blowers for use in a variety of foundational markets including agriculture, construction, chemical, water & waste water, energy & power, and medical. On Part 1 of this two part interview, Tom shares some leadership principles that Tuthill uses to facilitate an environment where individuals are both motivated and effective. Tom takes us through Tuthill's cultural journey starting from their early days in brick manufacturing all the way to today, where they continue their journey to become a Conscious Company. In manufacturing news, we talk about U.S. Manufacturing's continued growth. Episode Outline:[02:00] - Manufacturing News [03:41] - Patricia Miller at the White House [05:15] - Welcome Tom [07:00] - From Horses to Pumps [09:15] -

Hello, Metalworking Nation! We are excited to team up with Julie Poulos and Red Caffeine Marketing to bring you an exclusive MakingChips Marketing episode. On today's show, we welcome two guests from Red Caffeine; Kacey Keegan and Dan Mantilla. Kacey- Content Writer & Strategist, shares her knowledge on Image and Brand Messaging. Dan - Digital Strategist, takes us through Digital Competitive Analysis and highlights what you can do to identify keyword opportunities in your company. In Manufacturing News, we talk about Mars Candy's plans to reinvestment $70 million in U.S. manufacturing. Episode Outline:[02:25] - Manufacturing News [05:50] - Jim Carr’s Business Succession [07:10] - Marketing Mistress [12:41] - Getting started with competitive analysis [19:00] - Service and Industry Matrix [21:37] - Digital Competitive Analysis [25:10] - Direct Competition Mentioned in this Episode:Manufacturing News Red Caffeine Marketing + Technology Julie Poulos | LinkedIn Kacey Keegan | LinkedIn Dan Mantilla | LinkedIn W

Hello, Metalworking Nation! Today is an exciting day in the history of MakingChips as we release the highly anticipated Episode 100! We are coming to you live from the Technology & Manufacturing Association in Chicago, IL where we have assembled a panel of some of the most progressive manufacturing leaders in the Chicagoland area. With us today we have return VIP guest, Brian Panek -- Vice President of Panek Precision, Jess Giudici -- Talent and Culture Manager at Smalley Steel Ring Company, Bill Downey -- President at Hi-Grade Welding & Manufacturing, and Tom Simeone -- President of Manor Tool. On today's episode, we will be discussing one of the most challenging topics that people are talking about right now --  workforce development, training, and hiring. Our panel offers their insight into the issue as they discuss solutions they are implementing in their own business. Episode Outline: [02:20] - MakingChips TV [05:30] - Introduction of our Panel Guests [09:15] - One Word for Workforce Development

Hello Metalworking Nation! After a short break, we are so excited to be back in the MakingChips studio. On today’s episode we’ll discuss the importance of creating routine processes in order to take you and your business to the next level. “Anyone that’s a manufacturing leader knows… When you own a business that consumes you 24/7 .. you’re dreaming about it, you’re thinking about it when you go to sleep .. it’s just the way that it is.” – Jason Zenger Later on in the episode we’ll discuss balancing your work life with your personal life, and what steps you can take to make sure the two don’t conflict. In manufacturing news, we talk about “Trumpenomics” and why we should re-evaluate the cost of domestic vs. offshore production. We’ll also discuss starting meetings on a high note, news with Carr Machine & Tool, and a certain German food that Jason specializes in making. Episode Structure: [02:42] – Manufacturing News [10:02] – News at Carr Machine [15:05] – Creating Routine Processes [18:35] – Starting wi

Hello Metalworking Nation! Today we are excited to bring you another story that we hope will equip and inspire the younger generation of manufacturing leaders. Flying all the way in from Washington State, we are joined by Paul Van Metre, Co-Founder and VP Marketing of Adion Systems, an ERP-based software solutions company. Paul shares with us his success story of co-founding a machine shop with his friends right out of college. With little money at first, they were able to grow the business to an $11 million dollar company during the tech boom of the late 90's, by being ahead of the curve and utilizing several key processes including lean manufacturing and SEO. Eventually this led to the development of a web based and completely comprehensive ERP system that would take Paul and the company in a different direction. Earlier on in the episode we'll get to hear Jim and Jason's debate on authentic Chicago Deep Dish, and in manufacturing news, we'll discuss Rhode Island's Governor calling for new focus on manufac

"The way we run a business today is completely different than how my dad would run his business.” - Jim Carr Hello Metalworking Nation! We are excited to share our collaborative wisdom with you today about a topic that we believe is one of the most important things for your company to define -- Core Values. In previous episodes, we have discussed why core values are important, as well as some strategies that can help you set your company's core values. Today, Jim takes us through the creation of Carr Machine's 10 core values while Jason critiques him, and makes suggestions on how to narrow them down. In manufacturing news, we talk about Ford's announcement to cancel a $1.6-billion plant in Mexico and to invest $700 million in metro Detroit's Flat Rock Assembly plant. Episode Structure: [02:22] - Manufacturing News [06:20] - “Fake News” [08:20] - Creating Carr Machine’s Core Values [14:10] - The “Aha” Moment [16:02] - Communicate [19:25] - The Band [22:10] - Feel Good [25:30] - Jason’s Critique [27:47] - First

"My first clue that we need to do something different is when I hear that we’ve done it this way for 20 years.” - Jeff Rizzie Hello Metalworking Nation! We are glad to have you back for another episode of MakingChips. We have an exciting episode in store for you today as we welcome back Jeff Rizzie, Sr. Manager of Business Development at Sandvik Coromant. Jeff is a veteran in the manufacturing industry. Starting in the early 80s’ as a machinist and working through various roles on the shop floor, he segued into various technical and strategic leadership roles for the major players – Sandvik Coromant, Mazak and Emerson Electric. Jeff joints us for a robust conversation about the future of manufacturing, as he introduces Sandvik's new open platform, The CoroPlus. We also get a chance to talk with Chuck Rigali of Alro Steel, as he stops by our MakingChips Studio. Other topics of discussion in this episode include our future trip to Sacramento, what manufacturers do with their data, the different ways we consum

Hello Metalworking Nation! On today's episode of MakingChips, we reunite with two time guest and longtime fan of the show, Julie Poulos, Vice President of Red Caffeine Marketing. Julie, better known as Vice Princess, Mistress of Marketing and/or Social Butterfly, loves sharing her passion for marketing + technology with anyone who is looking to move the needle in their business. Today she'll be sharing some of her marketing knowledge about developing a strategic plan for your company, starting with establishing a client profile. Topics on today's episode include evaluating your strengths and weaknesses, analyzing new opportunities, understanding pain points, setting realistic goals, and telling your company story. In manufacturing news we'll talk about the jump in manufacturing and how it compares to the heath of the economy. New Year, New Goals ... It all starts here. Episode Structure: [04:00] - Manufacturing News [05:20] - Business at ZENGER’S [06:45] - Exciting News at MakingChips [09:30] - Welcome Julie

Hello Metalworking Nation! We are thrilled and excited to be back on this brand new year as we get back into the swing of it. On this episode of MakingChips, we’ll equip and inspire you with the skills to bring your partnerships closer together when dealing with OEM’s. Jim shares some takeaways from the DMDII’s “Smart Manufacturing” round table discussion. We’ll be talking about what steps you can take to help your business thrive; including integrating your supply chain, networking, and collaborating with clients. In manufacturing news, we’ll discuss Stanley Black & Decker’s decision to move manufacturing back to the U.S. after Trump's 'border tax’ threat. Episode Structure:[01:15] - Alro Steel [03:20] - Manufacturing News [07:18] - "Thrive or Die" [09:35] - Panel Discussion [11:00] - Client Collaboration and Cost Cutting [14:46] - Innovative Process Development [17:12] - Navigate Market Fluctuation [19:10] - Networking [21:00] - Business Succession [24:43] - Working Smart & Hard [26:35] - Establish

Hello Metalworking Nation! We welcome you to another episode of MakingChips. On today's episode, we share some tips that will help you stay productive and battle distractions. From resisting the temptation of checking email first thing in the morning to minimizing distractions in the workplace, we'll give you some guidance on ways to avoid being unproductive. In Manufacturing News, we discuss bringing back American manufacturing as well as McDonald’s attempt to combat the fight for $15 minimum wage with automated, self-service kiosks. Episode Structure:[01:10] - Alro Steel [03:30] - Big News at ZENGER’S [06:10] - Manufacturing News [12:05] - Getting Focused [17:14] - Running Into Distractions [20:15] - Exercising Options [23:14] - Letting Go of Micromanagement [27:38] - Scheduling [30:04] - Three Tips [33:45] - Looking to 2017 [35:00] - Conclusion of Episode Mentioned in this Episode:Alro Steel | American Metal SupplierManufacturing NewsManufacturing News | 2 MC071: Analyzing the Performance of the Manufactu

Hello Metalworking Nation, we are excited to be back in our MakingChips Studio! On this episode of MakingChips, we dive into the 5S Methodology and how it’s implementation can help your business improve it’s productivity. The five key steps, just like its name suggests, all start with letter S.5S is the name of a workplace organization method that uses a list of five Japanese words: seiri, seiton, seiso, seiketsu, and shitsuke. It is a systematic and methodical approach allowing teams to organize their workplace in the safest and most efficient manner. In Manufacturing News, we discuss President-Elect Trump’s success in saving at least 1,000 manufacturing jobs from moving to Mexico. Episode Structure:[05:06] - Manufacturing News [12:33] - News at CARR Machine [15:40] - Defining 5S [19:50] - Sorting [21:59] - Set in Order [24:50] - Shine [26:36] - Standardized [28:55] - Sustain [33:22] - Making 5S Your Own [35:49] - What’s to Come on MakingChips [38:15] - Conclusion of Episode Mentioned in this Episode:M

Hello Metalworking Nation! On this episode of MakingChips, we sit down with Paul Ricard, Co-Founder, Co-Owner and President of DP Technology Corp. Paul has nearly 35 years of experience in the CAM industry in managing sales and marketing, application engineering and customer support as well as product design and software development. Paul's passion in manufacturing has helped DP Technology become a leading developer and supplier of computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software. In this episode we talk all about CAM/CAD software and what DP Technology is doing to help improve efficiency. Paul also shares what excites him about the future of the manufacturing industry.   Episode Structure:[01:15] - Alro Steel [04:00] - Welcome Paul Ricard [05:03] - Providing Solutions for the Future [07:31] - Driving Passion [11:40] - Working Closely with the Machine Tool Industry [14:30] - Competitive Advantage [18:27] - Ensuring Efficiency [21:04] - Conclusion of Episode Mentioned in this Episode:Alro Steel | American Met

On this episode of MakingChips, we are very pleased to welcome Doug Woods, President of AMT–the organization behind IMTS 2016. AMT (The Association For Manufacturing Technology) supports and promotes the U.S. manufacturing technology industry. The association provides U.S. builders of manufacturing systems with the latest information on technical developments, trade and marketing opportunities, and economic issues. Doug speaks with us about the ever-changing face of manufacturing, and how it continues to elevate IMTS into an industry success story. Doug also shares some innovations in this year’s conference, including a collaboration with Hannover Fairs. Lastly, we discuss MT Connect, an open-soure, royalty-free manufacturing communications protocol that helps to provide more efficient operations, improve production optimization, and increase productivity. Episode Structure:[01:15] - Alro Steel [02:58] - Welcome Doug Woods [04:47] - Bringing in Students [08:17] - An Industry Success Story [09:03] - Innov