Get to know precision machining suppliers! Speaking of Suppliers is a brand new podcast where PMPA Technical Members are interviewed by PMPA Staff and share who they are, what they do and how they help the precision machining industry.
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Industry expert, Miles Free III, discusses a variety of valuable topics relevant to the precision machining industry including safety, regulations, management and more!
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PMPA’s Annual Meeting 2024 Primer with Renee Merker
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, David Wynn and Renee Merker, Director of Communications and Events give listeners a peek into what to expect from the upcoming Annual Meeting in Dana Point, California! For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn review some of the ways you can position yourself and your team to ensure a win in the game of change. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn review some macro programming basics and why they are a powerful way to level up a CNC program. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn talk about how psychological safety can improve production and innovation in your shop. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss why the question “Can you hold this tolerance” is more than an engineering question. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Recovery Month (with special guest Adria Bagshaw)
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn are joined by Adria Bagshaw of W.H. Bagshaw Co. Inc. to discuss Recovery Month, why W.H. Bagshaw Co. Inc. decided to get into being a recovery friendly business and why it is important. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss how the cold work of cold drawing can affect machining performance in your shop. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss their interpretations of The Eisenhower Matrix and how it can improve task prioritizing in precision machining shops. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Which Fire Extinguisher Should You Use
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn share which fire extinguishers to use on which class of fires. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn explain why now the perfect time for a safety reboot and the proper steps to enhance your shop's Safety performance. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn delve into how important it is to have a process and five key areas to consider when quoting precision machined parts. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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It's that time of year when working in a shop can be hot. Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn give us three P’s to beat the heat. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Is Utility What We Really Mean When We Say Value
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss Miles' disdain for the phrase "Value Added" to discover what the real meaning is. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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CMMC compliance is not just IT- it has broad Operational component as well. Listen as Lawrence Cruciana and Miles Free explore how this process will impact and change your practices across your shop. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor PMPA
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn answer some hard-hitting questions that will reveal why support is essential to success-and everyone’s job- moving forward in our precision machining shops. “Everybody wins when you share knowledge.” For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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The Relationship Between Continuing Claims and Job Openings
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn explore the data and the way it shapes the relationship between continuing claims and job openings in our precision machining shops. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn dive into why its important to have a shop visitor checklist for the inevitable visits to our precision machining shops. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Ten Important Things to Know Before Working as a CNC Machinist
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn review ten important things to know for performers go into their CNC Machinist position to ensure longevity in a career in precision machining! For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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2024 PMPA National Technical Conference Wrap Up
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn review the recent 2024 PMPA National Technical Conference in Cincinatti, Ohio and the positivity it showed us about precision machining! For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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The Factors That Control The Change in Microstructures in Metals
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss all the factors that can change the microstructure of the metals in our precision machining shops. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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PMPA’s Business Trends: March 2024 Review
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss the PMPA March 2024 Business Trends Report and examine the historical context to see what’s behind the data and what it could mean going forward. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn review how your quality systems scope minimizes risks in your shop as well as describes what you do. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss the human aspects of sales as well as how building strong relationships can help our shops in the long run. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn talk about 7 little-known regulations that have a massive effect on our shops. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn reveal who should be the best trainer in your shop. It’s probably not your expert. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss the nuances in leaded steel while coming up with the answer to the age old question, Is There Lead in Steel? For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn talk about why delegation is key to leadership and how it can positively impact our performers. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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PMPA’s National Technical Conference 2024 - Collaborating For a Better Future
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn take a deep dive on the upcoming PMPA National Technical Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio! Please visit pmpa.org/techconf for more details!Por Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Job Transitions: How David is Transitioning to Miles’ Position
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn discuss the process as Miles phases out to retirement and David transitions into the technical services role. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss all the important aspects of when, why and where to use custom tooling to make our precision machining shops more efficient. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss all the ways a thorough contract review process can save you time, money and reduce risk in your shop. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss the latest series of ISO Chart Craftsman Cribsheets for threading, milling, and turning in the recent issues of Production Machining Magazine. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss what it takes to create and implement a strategic plan. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss how the values and culture determine how do we know what to do next? For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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PMPA’s Business Trends: December 2023 Review
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss the PMPA December 2023 Business Trends Report and examine the details behind the record performance in our precision machining businesses and what it might mean going forward. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Onshoring Weather Report: Strong Tailwinds!
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn give their collective take on what kind of opportunity manufacturing is going to have going forward and the many factors that will contribute to the reshoring of manufacturing. For More Information Visit pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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How Behavioral Tests Can Improve Team Performance
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn discuss their own behavior assessments and how you can use them in your shop to gain a deeper understanding of individuals' personalities, motivations, and performance. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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PMPA’s Management Update Conference 2024 Primer with Renee Merker
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Miles Free, David Wynn, and Renee Merker, Director of Communications and Events give listeners a peek into what to expect from the upcoming Management Update Conference in Austin, Texas, February 29 - March 2nd! For More information on Management Update Conference visit www.pmpa.org/update For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcasts…
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller, and David Wynn explore the crucial role of goal setting and execution in precision machining shops. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn discuss the recent R&D Tax compromise proposal and why Congressional approval is important to our precision machining shops and our workforce. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Using Statistical Process Control Data
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn discuss using statistical process control data to better understand our processes, our customer’s needs, and reduce the friction when our processes perform exactly as we warranted. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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What was the number one podcast? Article? Final Cut video? Knowledge Center topic? Who was the most engaged on our new ListServe Communities? Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn reveal PMPA’s 2023 top 5 of these and more! For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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New Thinking from the New Generation for the New Year
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn discuss how new thinking on continuous improvement can shape the future of our precision machining shops. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Speaking of Precision: Season 4 Finale (Blooper Reel)
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PMPA’s Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn had another podcast packed year recording the fourth season of Speaking of Precision throughout 2023. Too much fun? You be the judge. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Season 5 starts January 1st! For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcasts…
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Contradicting Nature of Precision Machining
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Miles Free challenges Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn to determine the contradicting nature of precision machining. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Machining Unleaded Materials vs Leaded Materials
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With leaded steel no longer being produced in the United States, Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn dive into how our shops should approach machining unleaded brass and steel. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn recap The Roles of Women in Manufacturing series which started in the January 2023 issue of Production Machining Magazine which featured the journey and advice of over 20 women in different roles. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn discuss the many ways you can find savings by identifying waste around your precision machining shops. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn take a deep dive into milling and turning for our precision machining shops. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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Miles Free, Carli Kistler-Miller and David Wynn discuss proxy indicators in our shops and how they help us communicate our vision, mission and purpose. For More Information visit www.pmpa.org/podcastsPor Miles Free & Carli Kistler-Miller
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