Shop Matters

Mar 08 2024 58 ep. 26 mins 26
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A podcast designed to talk about the world of machining and manufacturing with your host Wade Anderson. Sponsored by Okuma America.

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Ep. 57 Partnerships Working "As One" For The Customer's Success

Mar 08 2024 21 mins  
On this episode of Shop Matters, host Mike Hampton is joined by Scott Cooley and Steve DeGrasse of Hennig. They discuss Hennig's journey from living room beginnings to becoming a top manufacturer of chip conveyors, filtration units, machine tool protection systems, and more. With industry-leading products that complement each other and similar missions focused on customer succe

Ep. 56 From Customer to Partner: A Path to Collaborative Breakthroughs

Feb 23 2024 28 mins  
Mike Hampton is joined by Chris Peluso and Freddie Wilson to share their journey from being Okuma customers to valued partners at Sandvik Coromant. Discover the enduring legacy of Okuma machines, the significance of support, and how Sandvik's cutting-edge technology is shaping the future of manufacturing. -------------------- Be sure to subscribe and follow Okuma and their gu

Ep. 55 The Art and Science of Coolant Innovation

Feb 09 2024 27 mins  
In this episode of Shop Matters, Mike Hampton welcomes Michael Hobbs of Blaser Swisslube as they discuss the intricacies of coolant technology and its impact on manufacturing. From product development in Switzerland to tech centers in the US, discover the evolution of synthetic and non-synthetic coolants, Blaser Swisslube's cutting-edge products, their unique four-step process

Shop Matters - Ep. 54 Collective Efforts That Continue to Benefit Your Shop Floor

Sep 22 2023 31 mins  
Wade Anderson is joined by Okuma's own Mike Hampton and Brandon Glenn to discuss how partnerships allow Okuma to provide the highest level of customer support available. From collaborative product and technology development to training events to local distributors with rapid service response time, owning an Okuma means users have the industry's top companies working togethe

Shop Matters - Ep. 53 Always a Step Ahead

Sep 01 2023 37 mins  
On this episode of Shop Matters, Okuma's Wade Anderson and Mike Hampton sit down with Larry Robbins of SMW Autoblok. Larry shares his company's drive to create premium technologies and products that allow them and their customers to stay a step ahead. By partnering with like-minded companies who seek to remain on the cutting edge and are focused on customer satisfaction and

Shop Matters - Bonus Episode: From Shop Floors to BBQ Pits

Aug 18 2023 32 mins  
On this mouth-watering episode of Shop Matters, grill masters Wade Anderson of Okuma and Chris Kozell of Mastercam are cooking up all things barbecue! From exploring various barbecue techniques and building their own equipment to winning competitions and sharing their love of barbecue with the community, these two discuss how their manufacturing backgrounds helped them perfect the

Shop Matters - Ep. 52 Everyone Wants to Be At IMTS

Jan 06 2023 19 mins  
IMTS never sleeps…seriously! According to Doug Woods and Michelle Edmonson of AMT, preparation for IMTS 2024 is already underway. This last episode of our IMTS series previews what's in store for the largest, longest-running industry tradeshow two years from now. They're working toward a brand-new tradeshow experience while maintaining the momentum, collaboration, and conversatio

Shop Matters - Ep. 51 From Zero to Aerospace

Dec 29 2022 16 mins  
Mach Machine is on the mic. Originally manufacturing novices, Dan and Angela Olsen get into the details of high-volume part production. Hear why they confidently rely on Okuma's MB-5000HII for repeat production work in diecast, aerospace, and defense industries. https://www.okuma.com https://www.machmachine.com

Shop Matters - Ep. 50 Sewing Machines and Sales

Dec 23 2022 12 mins  
What inspired Julia McDonough to pursue a career in manufacturing? Wade Anderson gets the answer, and more, in the latest episode of Shop Matters. Julia reflects on her very first IMTS experience, her own path to a career in manufacturing, and the importance of women in STEM. https://www.okuma.com https://www.gotomorris.com/robert-e-morris

Shop Matters - Ep. 49 Staying Sharp with Squid Industries

Dec 16 2022 11 mins  
We're flipping out over this episode. Straight from the Owner and President himself, hear from Lucas Cao about the inception of Squid Industries and making the switch from a competitor's machine to an Okuma M560-V to make affordable, high-performance knives. Plus, Lucas reveals which Okuma machine tool he's purchasing next. https://www.okuma.com https://www.squidindustries.co