Best Machining Podcasts (2024)

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Within Tolerance Episode 230 - Live in the Studio Vol 2 2:03:39

26m ago2:03:39

2:03:39

In this episode, Chris and I delve into our latest projects and experiences from the past weeks, including Chris's extensive travels tackling various machining challenges across multiple states. We cover topics like material shortages, fusion design, and complex surfacing projects for knife handles. We also discuss the nuances of machine tool progr…

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#378 Venturi coolant sucker upper 50:09

17m ago50:09

50:09

TOPICS: Book recommendation: 6 Types Of Working Genius Venturi coolant sucker upper Normalizing steel for flatness Solar power for a shop? E-paper display: "#17 Using e-ink (epaper) Price Tags (Shelf Labels) for everyday needs" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCkMu57S_YABy johngrimsmo

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#377 Tour of Willemin and Kern in Europe 49:17

3h ago49:17

49:17

TOPICS: 10 year anniversary of being in Ohio factory tour of willemin in switzerland and Kern in germany Grimsmo Blum update and blade grindingBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 229 - Proteum's First "Intern" w/ Ethan Patane 1:26:22

15d ago1:26:22

1:26:22

Ethan and I catch up after his week at Proteum as our first "intern"! We talk about projects he accomplished, things he learned, and ways Proteum can get better. We talk about the RIT Formula SAE team's recent victory and lessons gained over the years. Check out Ethan's IG @e.patane515 ----------------------------------------- Help support the podc…

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#376 Kern ballscrew replacement 51:47

9d ago51:47

51:47

TOPICS: Saunders Okuma Genos spindle update Completely off the grid time off Kern ballscrew replacement Speedio high accuracy mode weirdness G68 coordinate shiftBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 228 - Hiring Joys and Delay Woes 1:35:36

22d ago1:35:36

1:35:36

In this episode of Within Tolerance, Zap and I dive deep into our latest machining projects, touching on everything from material shortages to software complications. We investigate the real potential of AI in automating tasks in machining and weigh the hype against the reality. Additionally, we discuss managing diverse machinist personalities and …

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#375 Saunders needs a new spindle 46:39

23d ago46:39

46:39

TOPICS: Saunders needs a new spindle Grimsmo Blum probing issues Gen 3 mod vises in productions Macro programming!!!By johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 227 - Justin Brouillette of PDX CNC 1:42:33

30d ago1:42:33

1:42:33

This week I am joined by Justin Brouillette from PDXCNC to explore his journey from architecture school to running Portland CNC. We discuss the challenges in custom furniture making, delve into CNC router specifics, and highlight standout features. Justin shares his approach to product development and the role of 3D printing in industrial products.…

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#374 Grimsmo's Blade Show adventure 52:19

1M ago52:19

52:19

TOPICS: Grimsmo's Blade Show adventure Johnny 5 robot progress!! Fusion "ground to parent" Shop maintenance?By johngrimsmo

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#373 Great, good, and important companies 50:10

1M ago50:10

50:10

TOPICS: Grimsmo pulling late nights to get his new knife done for Blade Show Purchases that are important or not. How to lead others and push them Great, good, and important companies Does anybody actually use PVA support?By johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 226 - Catching Up with Chris Zappettini 1:39:39

1M ago1:39:39

1:39:39

In this episode, Chris and I delve into our latest projects and experiences in the last couple weeks. Chris recounts a problematic project involving heat-treated 4140 steel in Delaware and the trials of Camplete for Mill Turns. I talk about updates on the shop's air system improvements and a potential new CMM purchase, emphasizing the ever-evolving…

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#372 Do I need a "reset"? 48:49

2M ago48:49

48:49

TOPICS: Do I need a "reset"? Al Whatmough and Carl Bass leadership skills Grimsmo prepping for blade show Hardness testing UMC350 5 axis machineBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 225 - Al Whatmough of Toolpath Labs 1:00:37

2M ago1:00:37

1:00:37

I am incredibly excited to have Al Whatmough back this week to discuss his recent move over to Toolpath Labs as CEO! Al and I talk about making the decision to leave Autodesk, how to successfully enter a new team, improving machinist productivity, and more! Check out Al's IG @al.whatmough and Toolpath Labs @toolpathlabs or https://www.toolpath.com/…

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#371 Saunders pushed the PuckChuck to failure 45:22

2M ago45:22

45:22

TOPICS: Grimsmo exploded a 440c button Saunders pushed the PuckChuck to failure Building the shop to be easy Adding a bubbler to a coolant tweaking Puck chuck fixtures on the VF2 Building the dream machine from scratchBy johngrimsmo

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#370 Integral knife button tweaking 44:41

3M ago44:41

44:41

TOPICS: Integral knife button tweaking Thermal growth on steel Optical comparator with Baty screen 3d printing brim and build plates Zero gravity tool suspension device - Sloky torque devices Johnny 5 build Offset on horizontal got reset!By johngrimsmo

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#369 Creativity vs Productivity 49:56

3M ago49:56

49:56

TOPICS: Creativity vs productivity Saunders' Willemin is gone Project management Johnny 5 robot update BlackFox Machining box cutter clip Awkward DOITS phaseBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 224 - Proteum Podcast Studio with Chris Zappettini 1:59:59

3M ago1:59:59

1:59:59

Chris joins me this week to talk shop, answer your questions and all from the new Proteum Podcast Studio! We share updates on work progress, shop layout enhancements, equipment acquisitions, and the cost-effectiveness of machining tools. We chat about best and worst customer experiences, dealing with stress, and more! Check out Zap's IG @zap.consul…

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#368 Weird door alarm on Okuma 47:18

3M ago47:18

47:18

TOPICS: weird door alarm on Okuma Product design and prototyping Tolerancing parts Nut runner torque wrenches Lapping parts FLAT Johnny 5 robot!By johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 223 - Nushrat Ahmed 53:54

3M ago53:54

53:54

This week I'm joined by Nushrat Ahmed. Nush shares her journey into manufacturing, emphasizing continuous learning, finding her network, and perseverance. She discusses career progression, education in the industry, and addresses diversity challenges, especially for women. Nush also explores strategies for success, recommends podcasts, and reflects…

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#367 Saunders yard sale open house 49:53

3M ago49:53

49:53

TOPICS: Saunders yard sale open house Wall control (pegboard) Drill press upgrades SMW puck chucks and fixture plates Willemin calibration procedure Probe tips Al WhatmoughBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 222 - Working Like Maniacs with Jason Peterson and Chris Zappettini 2:49:00

3M ago2:49:00

2:49:00

Jason and Chris are back this week! Chris talks about working like a mad man to finish up a project, visiting me, and his current trip to LA. Jason shares his funding journey, new X2 products, and new machinery. We all chat about motivating people, effective planning, 3d printing and more! Check out Zap's IG @zap.consulting and Jason's IG @jason_x2…

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#366 Future Goals and Happiness 50:56

3M ago50:56

50:56

TOPICS: Local Ohio Machinist and makers group https://forms.gle/CSLjYSQshDqDCWRE6 Chemistry and filtration of liquids Future goals and Happiness 3 examples of the "rule of inverse Pi" Scissor lift sold Tall castle grips Anodizing crate Grimsmo grinding consistency on Speedio Saunders bent a probe tip Comparing shop cleanliness and organization…

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#365 double tape and glue method 50:07

3M ago50:07

50:07

TOPICS: double tape and glue method Saunders open house April 13 Willemin crash CNC machines of the Future Looking for an aluminum machine LIGO gravitational device Nut runner torque device Drilling holes efficientlyBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 221 - Zach Smith of Hour Precision 1:00:24

4M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

Zach is back this week and we chat all about fixing Kerns, adding a swiss lathe to his shop, and all the changes his business has gone through since the last time on the show. Listen in to hear the incredible modifications and fixes Zach has done to his machines, and hear how this skill scored him a job. Check out Zach's IG @zachsmiami ------------…

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#364 Sense of Community 56:05

4M ago56:05

56:05

TOPICS: Latest hyperobsession - Chemistry Saunders yard sale! Local Machinist and makers group Grimsmo's Week in Review video Life hacks Nakamura window shattered, replacement is in. Torque wrenches Interested in a Central Ohio Machinist & Makers meet up? Fill out this form - https://forms.gle/CSLjYSQshDqDCWRE6 SMW Yard Sale LINK: https://saundersm…

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Within Tolerance Episode 220 - Arda Cards 1:22:29

4M ago1:22:29

1:22:29

This week I'm joined by Uriel and Kyle from Arda Cards! Any of my listeners who have been following along Uriel and Austere Manufacturing's journey will know of his application of lean principles to optimize his business. In this effort he uses Kanban cards, and this lead to him developing Arda Cards with Kyle. We chat about lean principles, orderi…

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#363 Loneliness in entrepreneurship 49:10

4M ago49:10

49:10

TOPICS: Loneliness in entrepreneurship banking relationships Kosterising heat treat New Willemin coming to Saunders Frustrated with IOT devices Selling tools at the open house LINK IN DESCRIPTION WITH OPEN HOUSE DETAILS: https://saundersmachineworks.com/collections/equipment-for-sale/products/yard-sale…

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Within Tolerance Episode 219 - One Door Closes, Another Opens with Chris Zappettini 1:35:14

5M ago1:35:14

1:35:14

Chris joins me this week to catch up on a whirlwind of a past couple weeks! Chris talks about success with lathe probing, and a change of coasts. I talk all things Hermle C250 and new shop. Check out Zap's IG @zap.consulting ----------------------------------------- Help support the podcast www.patreon.com/withintolerancepodcast…

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#362 Prototyping new products 51:32

4M ago51:32

51:32

TOPICS: hardmilling Prototyping new products Reaming holes Viewer mailBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 218 - Graham Francis of Lights Out MFG 1:28:31

5M ago1:28:31

1:28:31

In this episode of Within Tolerance, Graham Francis joins me to discuss Lights Out Mfg. Graham shares his journey from childhood fascination to mechanical engineer, detailing his experiences at King Machine, transitioning to sales, and partnering with Rapid Design Solutions. We delve into their automation solutions for machine shops, including inte…

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#361 Grimsmo's new knife 45:29

5M ago45:29

45:29

TOPICS: Grimsmo's new knife I love heat treating! Should I get a Brother Speedio R650? Crashed the Speedio probe Quality of life improvementsBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 217 - James Meyette 2:03:43

5M ago2:03:43

2:03:43

This week I am joined by everyone's favorite Selway Sr. Apps Engineer, James Meyette alongside Chris Zappettini. James discusses his journey in manufacturing, from machinist to applications engineer, touching on experiences with companies like Cummins, Mori Seiki, and MasterCAM. He also dives into his role at Selway, sharing experiences in applicat…

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#360 Being too nice or too driven to your staff? 50:19

5M ago50:19

50:19

TOPICS: Being too nice or too driven to your staff? Grimsmo's Willemin needs pneumatic work Solved the Horizontal chip sorting issue Cash management Exit interviews Repair parts process binsBy johngrimsmo

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#359 The inverse of the Rule Of Pi 52:28

5M ago52:28

52:28

TOPICS: Grimsmo's new knife has a blade! Saunders yard sale! Sat April 13, 2024 inverse of the Rule Of Pi Programming on the Horizontal Having a hard time selling 2 Haas machines carbon fiber double tape methodBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 216 - A Little Loopy with Chris Zappettini 1:36:31

5M ago1:36:31

1:36:31

Chris talks about his whirlwind last couple weeks wrapping up his shop move and his success with gear hobbing. I share the new machine we bought, talk about my new experience at Hermle training, and thoughts on Heidenhain. Check out Zap's IG @zap.consulting ----------------------------------------- Help support the podcast www.patreon.com/withintol…

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#358 Gridfinity bins and inserted tooling 49:32

5M ago49:32

49:32

TOPICS: Gridfinity bins and inserted tooling 75 Hard Grimsmo's new Employee What's more accurate, axial or radial cuts? diamond burnishing on swiss LTL freight stress Labeling fixtures with paint Speedio tool touchoffs Saunders sorting chipsBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 215 - Jonathan Hornell-Kennedy of Framework Bicycles 1:16:27

6M ago1:16:27

1:16:27

I am joined by a familiar name with a new company this week. Many of you may recognize Jonathan Hornell-Kennedy from @coreprintpatterns and his previous episode (81), but this week Jonathan is back to talk all about his new company @frameworkbikes . We talk about his path into bike making, carbon fiber filament winding machines, machining frame com…

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#357 Override Process Sheets and Process Bins 55:22

6M ago55:22

55:22

TOPICS: override process sheets and process bins Kids and work Days Off In The Shop is a failure Gridfinity! Grimsmo's erowa and Speedio update Automation and pallet changing HardmillingBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 214 - Movin' On Up with Chris Zappettini 1:52:41

6M ago1:52:41

1:52:41

This week I have Zap back to give updates, and answer listener questions. Zap gives an update on his personal and work life. He talks about his recent trip to New York where gear hobbing on lathes yielded great results. He emphasizes the value of automation and we share our dream machines. We both discuss marketing strategies and the importance of …

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#356 Knifemaking Tuesdays are back! 52:17

6M ago52:17

52:17

TOPICS Knifemaking Tuesdays are back! Multi color 3d printing Breaking drill bits Fusion Trim toolpath Days Off In The Shop is difficult, but wonderful Grimsmo's Speedio and Erowa are hooked up! Heat treating pullstudsBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 213 - Shawn Conour of Conour MFG 1:41:10

6M ago1:41:10

1:41:10

This episode I am joined by Shawn Conour, the president of Conour MFG. We discuss his company's patented racking arm valve, the machining process involved, and our experiences in the machining industry. We also touch on the challenges of running a machine shop, the exciting projects we're working on, power grid reliability, gun building, tool resea…

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#355 Days off in the shop - Best business decision EVER 50:16

6M ago50:16

50:16

TOPICS: Grimsmo's plans for the year Naming products Days off in the shop - Best business decision EVER New employee at Grimsmo Knives Releasing new products Tom Lipton mentor Saving time and moneyBy johngrimsmo

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Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 58 44:58

6M ago44:58

44:58

Where is your moral compass? could you turn away millions of dollars because the gut feel isn't there? Lets discuss! Welcome to the machinist therapy hotline - call us with your problems

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Within Tolerance Episode 212 - Kenny Urban 51:03

6M ago51:03

51:03

In this episode, I'm joined by Kenny Urban, the machine shop supervisor at Meyer Tool and Manufacturing. Kenny discusses his passion for getting kids involved in manufacturing and highlights their facility's specialties in cryogenic assemblies. We delve into the benefits of Hurco machines and the importance of programming and CAM software. Kenny al…

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#354 Tracking and quantifying order issues 49:54

6M ago49:54

49:54

TOPICS: Days Off In The Shop ("Doits") Taking Purchasing off my plate Tracking and quantifying order issues Magnetic chip separator Variation between fixturesBy johngrimsmo

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Within Tolerance Episode 211 - Michael Gimbel of Gimbel Automation 1:13:41

7M ago1:13:41

1:13:41

This episode I have a conversation with Michael Gimbel of Gimbel Automation. Michael shares the journey of his company and how they transitioned from contract manufacturing to engineering consulting and eventually to adding Gimbel Automation. We talk about spindle gripping best practices, solutions for programming them, the product offerings from G…

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Machinist Therapy Hotline - Episode 57 1:48:56

7M ago1:48:56

1:48:56

Recorded on New Years eve 2023 - just when you thought we would never do another episode, bang! More of a catch up between hosts and planning around the future of the MTH for 2024, we are geared up and ready to get into it.

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#353 Coming in hot for 2024. Reflecting and planning 49:28

7M ago49:28

49:28

TOPICS: Coming in hot for 2024. Reflecting and planning. Buckling down for a tough year. Grimsmo Buyer's Choice, new knife model Grimsmo's Eumach machines Selling CNC machines How do we buy cleaning supplies Dual color 3d printing for textBy johngrimsmo

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#352 Questions and Answers Episode 1:02:39

7M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

TOPICS: · Wen_mir_langwilig_isch How is lights out affecting cost benefit with the side eye on the time spent for process reliability? · Burnandturnfabrication Name one thing that you didn’t think would change the business but made the company. · Benji_fost thoughts on haas pulling the UMC 350 from commercial sales? Do you feel left high and dry? ·…