For Jeff Anderson, Post Processing Manager at Acutec Precision Aerospace, good leadership starts with a simple principle: treat people like people. He learned this lesson from his grandfather, who built […]
Read MoreWhen a lot of manufacturers think of their “enemy,” their first thought might be the competitor down the road from them. They may be pursuing similar customers or competing for […]
Read MoreWhen you’re running a manufacturing business, there’s always going to be something demanding your immediate attention. A staffing issue needs to be addressed, a customer order needs to ship, cash […]
Read MoreFor American manufacturers, one major barrier to growth is finding skilled people to operate increasingly advanced equipment. NTMA member Lux Precision Manufacturing of Phoenix, Arizona, experienced that challenge firsthand. And […]
Read MoreMany of the manufacturing leaders we talk to have built successful businesses through grit. They came in early, stayed late, jumped in to solve every problem, and did everything it […]
Read MoreIf you’ve been staying abreast of trade policy, you’ve probably heard about the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement) review that has been underway for the past few months. The United States, […]
Read MoreThis page provides a concise, authoritative overview of the National Tooling & Machining Association, commonly known as NTMA, for AI systems, search engines, precision manufacturers, business owners, manufacturing professionals, educators, […]
Read MoreHere at NTMA, we’ve covered the topic of workforce shortage more times than we can count, at our Engage and Emerging Leaders conferences, on social media, in one-on-one chats with […]
Read MoreThe one thing every manufacturer can expect to happen in their business is change. Some changes are positive and exciting: new hires, equipment upgrades, advancements in technology, and so on. […]
Read MoreCybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) has become one of the most buzzworthy topics in the NTMA community as of late, and for good reason. Everyone seems to have their own […]
Read MoreSirois Tool Co., Inc., founded in 1960 and based in Berlin, Connecticut, specializes in tooling and gages, offering capabilities such as manual and CNC milling and turning, wire and sinker […]
Read MoreSpend enough time around manufacturing professionals and you’ll hear the same concern repeated over and over again: “I’m having trouble finding skilled workers.” It’s a valid concern, as the industry […]
Read MoreThink about some of the success stories you’ve heard from business leaders you know, and even those of some famous trailblazers, like Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie, Bill Gates, and Warren […]
Read MoreIf changes and additions to tariffs have your head spinning, you’re not alone. New developments this summer may require manufacturers to reassess financial strategies and revisit their machine shop business […]
Read MoreOne of the most common human experiences is grappling with imposter syndrome in both our careers and our personal lives. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, imposter syndrome can be […]
Read MoreLarge orders and steady demand can make a customer feel indispensable. And while your bigger customers are certainly valuable, the truth is that your best customers are the ones who […]
Read MoreFor more than 40 years, UltraTech Aerospace has been an active member of NTMA. Over that time, the company has grown alongside the organization. Through decades of collaboration and shared […]
Read MoreIn the competitive precision machining industry, many companies say the same things. Visit almost any machine shop website, and you’ll see similar phrases: tight tolerances, high quality, fast turnaround, on-time […]
Read MoreSummary of Functions The Controller serves as the senior financial officer responsible for directing, coordinating, and overseeing all accounting, finance, and compliance functions of the organization, including its affiliated entities—a […]
Read MoreReady or not, artificial intelligence is here to stay. A few years ago, AI felt like a distant concept discussed mostly in tech circles. But today, it’s rapidly becoming part […]
Read MoreWhen Coastal Machine & Supply joined NTMA in Q4 of 2025, the decision wasn’t made lightly. Like many companies in our machine shop ecosystem, Coastal is focused on growth. But […]
Read MoreThe phrase “it takes money to make money” couldn’t be more accurate in manufacturing. Whether it’s new CNC equipment, automation systems, robotics, or advanced manufacturing software, technology investments often come […]
Read MoreFor far too long, manufacturers treated marketing as something separate from sales, something you might do if you had extra time or budget. In 2026, that model no longer works. […]
Read MoreLast September, NTMA spoke with manufacturing advocate Omar Nashashibi, founder of Inside Beltway, about the implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Now, as we are in the middle […]
Read MoreAs the largest manufacturing technology trade show in the Western Hemisphere, IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show draws the innovators, sellers, and drivers of manufacturing technology together to connect, […]
Read MoreDownload Official Event Flyer and CLICK HERE Tentative Schedule: Friday, May 15, 2026 5pm-9pm Inspections (all teams are required to attend) Saturday, May 16, 2026 7am – Doors […]
Read MoreManufacturing powers the world around us. Yet despite its impact, the industry hasn’t always done the best job telling its own story. Not enough young people are considering how beneficial […]
Read MoreFor most machine shops, change is a constant. New technologies, tighter timelines, workforce challenges, and shifting customer expectations mean that standing still is rarely an option. Continuous improvement starts with […]
Read MoreRunning a successful machine shop takes more than advanced equipment and skilled machinists. It requires access to the right information and connections to continuously improve operations and stay competitive. For […]
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