Machine shop image with man working industrial manufacturing job

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As an experienced manufacturer, you work with parts manufacturers and vendors to bring the latest and greatest products to the market. Production manufacturers such as machine shops should take into mind many planning activities before any milling, turning, drilling, routing or other machining happens. Knowing the following considerations to avoid pitfalls will make your next… Read more »

Hydraulic Manifold closeup photo for Manufacturing Manifolds article

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Accuracy is vital when manufacturing manifolds for assembly into automotive engines, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, medical devices and other fluid and air delivery systems. Machining manifolds requires specialized techniques and equipment to produce precise parts requiring high tolerances. Nolte Precise Manufacturing uses the CNC horizontal machines that revolutionized the manifold machining process and ultimately transformed… Read more »

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The last thing manufacturers want to think about when making complex products with many intricate parts is how they will manage the inventory required to build their final assemblies. Vendor-managed inventory (VMI) becomes an essential benefit when producing complex machine assemblies. For decades machine shops have offered managed inventory to simplify the manufacturing and assembly… Read more »

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Four Ways to Enhance the Supply Chain for Precision Machined Components   Having a machine shop supplier that consistently delivers precision machined CNC Swiss lathe turned and milled components when required at competitive prices is key to a high-functioning organization. But how does an organization best integrate systematic practices into its processes for an efficient… Read more »

coordinate measuring machine (cmm) for precise manufacturing

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What are some benefits of using a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) ? Machining complex CNC Swiss screw machine turned parts and CNC vertical and horizontal milled parts to tighter tolerances improves as manufacturing technology advances. Computerized processing and metrology allow for more complex parts and faster manufacturing. When contract manufacturing job shops are required to… Read more »

Image of Swiss-style machining focusing on the tail operation

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There are no shortcuts when using CNC Swiss-screw machines for manufacturing complex parts. Planning every step is essential to ensure quality is part of the process. This extra up-front work is ultimately worth the time and effort. Below are five advantages of machining with a Swiss style machine.   Advantages of Swiss-Style Machining Speed &… Read more »

Reducing Parts Costs

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Smart and profitable businesses continually look for ways to: lower the cost of doing business, improve product quality and reduce defects, all while increasing efficiency and reducing waste. If 2020 has you considering ways to reduce costs and improve manufacturing profitability, it is time to consider the cost of your machined parts. Process, Materials, Equipment,… Read more »

Precision parts to show Nolte's abilities as Shell / Aerospace CNC Machined Parts Manufacturer

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Industrial machined parts manufacturers must work hard to produce the best quality components at the lowest cost to remain competitive. Aerospace machined parts manufacturers face the additional challenges of strict regulatory requirements.  The US Aerospace and Defense Market The US aerospace and defense market includes a complex network of contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers, most of… Read more »

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October is National Manufacturing Month! Recognition of this month is dedicated to highlighting manufacturing, the opportunities the industry holds, and the economic impact it has. As a U.S. manufacturer and precision machining supplier for the manufacturing industry, Nolte is proud to recognize manufacturing as essential segment of the United States economy.    Driven by over… Read more »