Taps and Patience | Business and Machining Podcast

Jan 12 2025 103 ep. 77 mins 27
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Join Harrison from Precision Ingenuity and AJ from Audacity Micro on their weekly phone call about business, life, and of course, machining.

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Harrison Bought a Haas UMC-500SS -- Ep. 105

Jan 12 2025 104 mins  
In the 104th episode of Taps and Patients, hosts AJ and Harrison discuss the challenges they faced over the past few weeks, including illnesses and busy schedules. Harrison shares an update about acquiring a new Haas machine, citing a large order that necessitated the purchase, as well as potential plans for shop expansion. The duo also explores various topics related to their mac

Christmas! --- Ep. 104

Dec 24 2024 108 mins  
The whole gang is here! This week we do our annual Christmas episdoe with the Patreons!

I Accidentally my TRT --- Ep. 103

Dec 12 2024 63 mins  
Harrison broke his 5th axis after re-posting some old code with a incorrect WCS Set

Out Of Alignment - Ep. 101

Nov 17 2024 83 mins  
In the 101st episode of Taps and Patience, hosts AJ and Harrison discuss their recent challenges and progress in their respective machining businesses, including equipment issues and project setbacks. Harrison shares a series of struggles with machine alignment and production deadlines, while AJ updates on his new Tormach machine and the difficulties he faced during its setup and i

Dylan Jackson and Cerven Solutions! -- Ep. 100!

Nov 15 2024 117 mins  
In this 100th episode of Taps and Patience, AJ and Harrison are joined by Dylan and James as they reflect on the journey of their podcast and share updates about their respective machining businesses. The discussion touches on various topics, including machine upgrades, operational improvements, and the challenges of coolant management. The episode concludes with insights about mo

Too Much Honesty, Apparently -- Ep.99

Nov 06 2024 51 mins  
in the 99th episode of "Taps and Patients," AJ and Harrison discuss AJ's preparations for receiving a new machine while dealing with challenges in producing precise small parts that have been problematic to hold during machining. Harrison shares a series of frustrating issues at his shop, including complications with a fiber laser and problems with a Haas lathe, culminating in a s

How to Not Be a Sh*tty Machine Shop with Chris Zap -- Ep. 98

Oct 17 2024 100 mins  
In the 98th episode of the Taps and Patience podcast, hosts AJ and Harrison converse with Chris Zap of Zappettini Consulting about his extensive travel for work, trends in the manufacturing industry, and the challenges of scaling a consulting business. Zap shares insights on the importance of building systems to ensure efficiency and sustainability in operations, noting that good p

Employees vs Robots -- Ep. 97

Oct 10 2024 98 mins  
In the 97th episode of Taps and Patience, hosts AJ and Harrison discuss a variety of topics, including AJ’s recent mishap with recording and their ongoing experiences with Doosan machines. Harrison reflects on the challenges of maintaining proper communication and training within his growing shop while considering the benefits of automation versus hiring employees. The conversati

DN Solutions Continues to Disappoint -- Ep.96

Oct 04 2024 90 mins  
In the latest episode of "Taps In Patients," AJ and Harrison discuss their recent exhausting work experiences, including challenges with machine operations and material issues. Harrison shares frustrations with a damaged Doosan machine and the complexities of coolant problems, while AJ talks about his adventures with unreliable super glue and successful part production. The duo als

Harrison Broke His Doosan -- Ep.95

Oct 01 2024 94 mins  
In the 95th episode of the Taps and Patience podcast, AJ and Harrison discuss the challenges they faced with podcast episode releases, including technical difficulties with their recording software and overbooking themselves with work. They reflect on their experiences at IMTS, highlighting interesting machinery, automation trends, and insights gained from other attendees, while a