Within Tolerance Within Tolerance Episode 245 - NS Precision Inc
Jan 17, 2025
Two brothers share their inspiring journey from hobbyists to owners of a machining company, highlighting their leap into motorsports. They reveal the challenges faced during their transition to entrepreneurship amidst a pandemic, focusing on innovative manufacturing solutions. The discussion covers the shift to paperless operations for efficiency, the strategic benefits of advanced machinery, and the importance of clear communication in navigating small business dynamics. Listeners gain insights into effective chip management and the advantages of ultrasonic cleaning technology.
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Garage Beginnings
- Nick and Skylar Squillace's journey into machining began with a CNC router in their garage during college.
- They made drone parts for "beer money" and explored early CAM software.
Formula SAE Spark
- While designing parts for Formula SAE, they encountered a mini mill.
- Nick read the manual, and they got it running, producing parts for competition despite lacking machining experience.
Daytona 24 Hustle
- Seeking motorsport jobs, they handed out resumes at Daytona 24.
- Despite initial discouragement, they persisted, meeting Bill Riley, who offered them their dream jobs.