We’re taking to the skies for this episode. Our host, Michael Thiessen is once again joined by Tony Vernaci, president/founder of the Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan (AIAM). It's been just over a year since Tony was on The All-Axis Podcast, so he and Michael talk about the current aerospace industry (in general and in Michigan), including:  Opportunities aerospace offers Michigan Similarities (e.g., technology changes, talent challenges) and differences (e.g., OEM/supplier relationships) with the automotive industry  Recent challenges experienced by Boeing AIAM and the Ae ..read more

Michael Thiessen, our host, is joined by John Kowalczyk, President of Tebis America, to talk about the big show coming up – IMTS 2024! John has been attending the show for decades and shares his insights on how it has evolved, like technology itself, over the years.  The two also talk about what they expect to see at this year’s show (hint: AI), highlighting what visitors can expect to find in the Tebis booth, including access to Tebis experts, CAD/CAM and MES solutions, automation, digitalization (i.e., virtual environment), as well as a very special guitar project that will rock your w ..read more

Get ready for a high-energy discussion about manufacturing technology and IMTS 2024. Our host, Michael Thiessen, is joined by Stephen LaMarca, senior technology analyst at the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT), the group behind IMTS. As expected, they talk about why you should attend IMTS 2024, including some of the unexpected companies you’ll see there (e.g., Microsoft, Nvidia, Amazon Web Services). Outside of that, Michael and Steve talk about: Automation: Progression since 2018 Various uses Current and future impact on manufacturing  Building blocks to the future: auto ..read more

We’re thrilled to welcome back Joe McCabe from AutoForecast Solutions (AFS) to The All-Axis Podcast. Once again, Joe lends his expert insight into the automotive industry. He and Michael Thiessen cover a number of topics, including OEMs approach to trim levels and subscriptions, how they have and should react to the slow adoption of EVs, the future labor force, China’s desire to have a NA footprint and what that means for suppliers and manufacturing in general, and how the market conditions, not government mandates, drive what gets built. And Joe provides advice to anyone in auto manufacturing ..read more

We’re thrilled to have Laurie Harbour of Harbour Results, Inc. join us once again. In this episode, she and Michael talk about key issues related to the manufacturing and tooling industries. Topics include where we’re at, where we’re going and what needs to be done to get there, as well as automation, expanding into new industries, EVs and hydrogen powertrains.  Tell us what you think - send us a text message! Thanks for listening! Contact us at info@tebisusa.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: Tebis X: @TebisUSA Instagram: tebisamerica YouTube: tebisamerica ..read more

As a follow up to a January 2023 episode, Michael Thiessen and Marty Chaput take a deeper dive into MES software, including why manufacturers’ interest in it is growing, the biggest utilization of it within manufacturing operations, how it brings the shop floor to a digital environment (along with the benefits of doing so) and what they believe the future holds.   Tell us what you think - send us a text message! Thanks for listening! Contact us at info@tebisusa.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: Tebis X: @TebisUSA Instagram: tebisamerica YouTube: tebisamerica ..read more

If you have a small- to mid-sized job shop, you don’t want to miss this episode. Michael sits down with Brent Donaldson, editor-in-chief of Modern Machine Shop Magazine for an informative discussion about the trends machine shops are facing, including: Workforce challenges, education/training, attracting employees, antiquated perceptions of manufacturing and more Automation, its impact on the workforce and company culture, the role data plays and integrated vs. piece-meal approach Business strategies AI “Made in the US” supply chain And more! Tell us what you think - send us a text message ..read more

If you are in machining, you don’t want to miss this episode! Michael is joined by Cullen Morrison from Hermle USA Inc. for a discussion on all things machining, including getting the perfect part and automation. They also talk about Hermle machines and the company’s 5-Axis Summit (Oct. 3-5, 2023) featuring 5-axis demos, in-person and virtual seminars and networking with industry experts.     Tell us what you think - send us a text message! Thanks for listening! Contact us at info@tebisusa.com Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: Tebis X: @TebisUSA Instagram: tebisamerica YouTube ..read more

In this episode, Michael is joined by Tony Vernaci, president/founder of the Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan (AIAM) to talk everything aerospace. The duo touch on the aerospace industry (e.g., various segments, growth), the similarities and differences between aerospace and automotive manufacturing, the history, purpose and annual AeroOne event of AIAM, and how to get into the aerospace manufacturing industry. They cover a lot, and it’s all really interesting for anyone in or considering the aerospace manufacturing industry. Enjoy! Tell us what you think - send us a text message! Th ..read more

Change is all around us - and who better to talk about the changes in the mold making industry than someone who has been engrained in it for 25 years! In this episode, Michael is joined by Christina Fuges, editorial director of MoldMaking Technology Magazine. They touch on topics ranging from COVID's impact on the industry and the magazine, the evolution of mold manufacturing, the current state of the industry, labor shortages and attracting younger talent, the thrill of making something with your hands  and more!  Tell us what you think - send us a text message! Thanks for listening ..read more