Today, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the hardest-working and most impactful people in the world: machinists

These skilled professionals are behind nearly everything we touch, from the medical devices that save lives to the cutting-edge aerospace components that explore the final frontier. 

Machinists are the unsung heroes who take ideas from concept to reality, crafting the parts that power industries, enhance daily life, and drive innovation. Without them, the technology, tools, and conveniences we rely on wouldn’t exist. 

This episode is dedicated to saying a big thank you to machinists everywhere. Join the conversation online with #ThankAMachinist to celebrate their incredible contributions.

Without them, we wouldn’t be MakingChips and we wouldn’t be making money.

— Paul Van Metre

Segments
  • [2:16] Gift Masterclass for the Holidays!
  • [5:15] How can we make manufacturing mainstream?
  • [8:23] Manufacturing News: Military Contractors
  • [10:41] The guys play a game: Connecting manufacturing with hobbies
  • [16:25] Let’s use the hashtag: #ThankAMachinist
  • [18:20] Check out Paperless Parts for estimating and quoting!
  • [19:11] Paul’s #ThankAMachinist shoutouts
  • [22:13] Jason’s #ThankAMachinist shoutouts
  • [25:14] Mike’s #ThankAMachinist shoutouts
  • [29:24] Nothing in the modern world exists without machinists
  • [32:41] Manage your cutting tools with ProShop 
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