5 Ways Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) Benefits Manufacturers

Posted & filed under Choosing a Parts Supplier, Improving Operations, Industry News, Tools & Technologies.

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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 »

Keys to Streamline Parts Supply Chain

Posted & filed under CNC Swiss Screw Machining, Improving Operations, Industry News.

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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 »

Six Benefits of Using a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

Posted & filed under Aerospace, Automotive, Choosing a Parts Supplier, CNC Horizontal Milling, CNC Lathe Machining, CNC Swiss Screw Machining, CNC Vertical Milling, Improving Operations, Medical Equipment, Metrology, Tools & Technologies, Uncategorized.

coordinate measuring machine (cmm) for precise manufacturing

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 »

Five Advantages of Swiss-Style Machining

Posted & filed under Aerospace, Automotive, CNC Lathe Machining, CNC Swiss Screw Machining, Improving Operations.

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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 »

Machined Parts: Four Ways to Reduce Costs

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Reducing Parts Costs

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 »

Counterfeit Parts Pose Increasing Problem for Manufacturers

Posted & filed under Aerospace.

Every manufacturer relies on quality parts and components to build the products they take to market. Industry-specific manufacturing standards, such as AS9100D  for aerospace machined parts, mean there are added critical requirements for parts as well as the processes used to make them. Counterfeit or inauthentic parts and components are becoming an increasing problem for… Read more »

Addressing FOD Issues in Precision Machined Parts

Posted & filed under Aerospace.

The term FOD refers to a topic that is a significant concern in many manufacturing sectors, including aerospace parts machining. Depending on the context, the acronym can refer to Foreign Object Debris, Foreign Object Damage, as well as Foreign Object Detection. The National Aerospace FOD Prevention Inc. (NAFPI), offers the following definitions: Foreign Object Debris… Read more »

Nolte Precise Adds Dot Peen Marking to Equipment Capabilities

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As part of our ongoing investment in the newest and most advanced equipment technologies, Nolte Precise has invested in a Telesis BenchMark®320 Benchtop Dot Peen (Stylus) Marking System. The BenchMark®320 offers a generous 4″ x 6″ (100mm x 150mm) marking window large enough to meet the requirements of almost any application. The system’s unique marking… Read more »

Nolte Precise Proudly Supports the PMPA and PMTS

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Nolte Precise is a proud supporter of the Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA) and the Precision Machining Technology Show (PMTS), the must-attend event for users of precision machining equipment and services related to machine tools, cutting tools, work handling, materials, parts cleaning, and more. PMTS 2019 took place April 2nd – 4th in Cleveland, Ohio…. Read more »

Nolte Precise Further Expands Equipment and Capabilities

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To a large degree, the success Nolte Precise has achieved is due to our ongoing investments in the newest and most advanced equipment technologies. As our precision machining equipment list continues to grow, we have been able to serve more customers in a wide range of industries with high quality machined parts. Our wide range… Read more »