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Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. On today’s episode, the guys talk about why technical support is crucial in CNC operations. CNC machines are vital but complex tools, and when something goes wrong, it can lead to costly downtime. That’s where expert support comes in to ensure your business stays on track and allowing you to focus on what you do best. Weekly featured segments include “Internet is Broken,” “Customer Questions,” “Motivational Quote of the Week,” and “Question for the Audience.” Question for the Audience: How do you see your business changing in the next 9-12 months?    Follow us for daily CNC content Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre Twitter/X: https://x.com/ShopSabreCNC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shopsabre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shopsabre-cnc/ 

How do you grow a machine shop through acquisitions? What is it like working in a legacy family business? How do you find and hire talented engineers? Where does AI fit into the daily grind? These are all questions that this team of industry experts and friends seek to answer over a glass of bourbon At the Boring Bar. Jason Zenger, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas share their unique perspectives on the manufacturing industry—and how it must adapt—in part II. Check it out! Segments [0:37] Manage your cutting tools with ProShop ERP [2:25] Embodying entrepreneurial spirit [7:02] Carrying on a family business [12:15] Overcoming the fear of technology [19:34] NetSuite: The CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning [20:35] Shifting the conversation to AI [38:09] Gamifying adaption of new technology  Resources mentioned on this episode ProShop ERP NetSuite: The CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning CNC Expert Peter Eelman  Manny Pasillas Nicole Wolter Chris Luecke Connect With MakingChips www.MakingChips.com On Facebook On LinkedIn On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

TOPICS: Family vs business Aluminum fixtures Autodesk CAM Challenge IMTS 2024 planning Rego-Fix PG hydraulic pressing unit Wire EDM Machines

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Some of the greatest ideas in manufacturing don’t happen in boardrooms but over a drink with peers. In At the Boring Bar, Jason aims to cut deeper into the conversations that matter most to manufacturing leaders. So pull up a chair, grab a drink, and join Jason as he uncovers the insights that drive the manufacturing industry forward.  In this inaugural episode of At the Boring Bar, join Jason, Nick Goellner, Mike Payne, Paul Van Metre, Peter Eelman, Nicole Wolter, Chris Luecke, and Manny Pasillas At the Boring Bar. They cover everything from the exciting new exhibits at IMTS to one of the biggest problems the manufacturing industry faces: a mass exodus of Baby Boomers.  You’ll laugh, you may cry, and you’ll undoubtedly hear something that will provoke you to think about the future of the industry and your impact on it. Don’t miss it.  Segments [0:20] Learn about IMTS 2024 ELEVATE [2:51] Why Jason is taped to a mannequin  [3:47] Learn more about “At the Boring Bar” [6:12] The evolution and legacy of IMTS [13:06] What we’re looking forward to at IMTS [22:29] Listen to the Manufacturing Transformed podcast! [27:36] Throwback to IMTS 1980 [29:05] What Peter will miss about IMTS [34:43] The mass exodus of Baby Boomers Resources mentioned on this episode IMTS 2024 ELEVATE Expomaq The Manufacturing Transformed podcast Connect With MakingChips www.MakingChips.com On Facebook On LinkedIn On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

TOPICS: Grimsmo’s family vacation Alarms on Machines American Precision Museum in Vermont Kern toolsetter issues Okuma break detect issues Electropolishing metals

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo, with special guest Chad Wilson from ShopSabre. In this episode, they discuss how the digital age has transformed business innovation by centering technology, offering powerful tools like AI and CNC automation to boost productivity, elevate customer experiences, and create new revenue opportunities. Weekly featured segments include “Internet is Broken,” “Customer Questions,” “Motivational Quote of the Week,” and “Question for the Audience.” Question for the Audience: If you could instantly solve one challenge in your business or job today, what impact would it have a year from now? Follow us for daily CNC content Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre Twitter/X: https://x.com/ShopSabreCNC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shopsabre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shopsabre-cnc/ 

“Inspiring the extraordinary” is the theme for this year’s IMTS and that’s exactly what they’re doing. The Emerging Technology Center will showcase extraordinary advances in technology (including an exhibit by BlueForge Alliance and Apptronik’s AI-Powered General Purpose Humanoid Robot). They’re offering specific ELEVATE programs for job shops, women in manufacturing, and the first-ever ELEVATE LATAM: A half-day conference for the Spanish-speaking manufacturing technology community. For the first time, Microsoft, AWS, and Google Cloud will be at the show in the automation sector. This year’s IMTS is a can’t-miss event. Show Boss Peter Eelman shares all of the amazing details in this episode of MakingChips.  Segments [0:20] Manage your cutting tools with ProShop ERP [3:17] The amazing Manufacturing Happy Hour Event [5:14] Introducing the “Show Boss” Peter Eelman [8:52] Machine Shop Masterclass: Taming the Chaos  [18:04] The Past, Present, and Future of IMTS [22:46] How Peter’s experience impacts his process [26:19] Overcoming crazy odds to make things happen [29:26] Graduate to NetSuite by Oracle [30:44] The huge wins in technological advances [35:54] The crazy behind-the-scenes of IMTS [37:39] The driving force behind IMTS: The people  [40:06] What’s new at IMTS 2024? [46:13] What does the future of IMTS hold?  [48:16] Peter’s final word of advice Resources mentioned on this episode Head to IMTS 2024 ProShop ERP NetSuite by Oracle OscarMike IMTS ELEVATE Programs Connect With MakingChips www.MakingChips.com On Facebook On LinkedIn On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

Welcome to the Official Talkin Shop Podcast, hosted by Brandon Bombardo and Nick Peters from ShopSabre. In this episode, they talk about the Minnesota State Fair kicking off, PRI approaching, back to school and the big topic of the week which is scaling sustainably and how you can grow without burnout. Weekly featured segments include “Internet is Broken,” “Customer Questions,” “Motivational Quote of the Week,” and “Question for the Audience.” Question for the Audience: If you could instantly solve one challenge in your business or job today, what impact would it have a year from now? Follow us for daily CNC content Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shopsabre Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopsabre Twitter/X: https://x.com/ShopSabreCNC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shopsabre LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shopsabre-cnc/