Reshoring American Manufacturing: A New Dawn
At a critical juncture, the American manufacturing industry, historically the backbone of the nation’s economy and a global powerhouse of innovation and production, is now grappling with the economic challenges of reshoring. Confronted with higher labor costs and intense financial pressures, many of today’s manufacturers have prioritized short-term gains to stay competitive, gradually eroding the […]
Get Ready for a Robo-lution in York, PA
York, PA – May 3, 2023 – It’s time for the robots to rumble as Liberty Bots, an electrifying STEAM High School Program, brings the Robo-lution to York Country Day School on Saturday, May 6. Sponsored in part by the National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA), this annual, adrenaline-pumping event will have regional high schools […]
Unveiled: Top Precision Manufacturing Techniques for Space Components – Part Two
As we covered in Part 1 of this two-part blog series, game-changing precision space manufacturing techniques like 5-axis milling, mill-turn, and cylindrical grinding have the potential to revolutionize the way we discover and understand the universe. These innovative techniques empower engineers and project managers to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges that can derail space component manufacturing […]
Unveiled: Top Precision Manufacturing Techniques for Space Components – Part One
Game-changing precision manufacturing techniques in the space component industry are transforming how we explore the cosmos, potentially revolutionizing the field. These cutting-edge disciplines enable engineers and project managers to tackle challenges that often throw space component manufacturing projects off course or halt them altogether. The challenges the latest manufacturing techniques address are no small feat, […]
Elevating Precision: Critical Aerospace Components Redefined
The aerospace industry demands high-precision and high-quality components to ensure the safety and reliability of an aircraft. The accuracy of these components is crucial, as even the slightest errors can have catastrophic consequences. This is where precision machining and grinding can play a significant role in ensuring the accuracy and precision of critical aerospace components. […]
Insights from Women in Manufacturing: Challenges, Rewards & Advice
Manufacturing has traditionally been a male-dominated industry, but times are changing. More and more women are entering the field and making a real impact. To gain insights into women’s experiences in manufacturing, we recently hosted a roundtable discussion with six female employees at KMM Group. Our panelists shared their stories and experiences, discussed their challenges, […]
The Rise of Micromanufacturing: Smaller, Faster, Precise
With the increasing demand for miniaturized devices, micromanufacturing techniques have become essential for mission-critical industries, medtech , aerospace, space exploration, and defense. This highly specialized manufacturing process makes it possible to produce small and intricate parts with dimensions in the micrometer range (less than 1 millimeter). Often, the parts are so small that many people […]
KMM’s Inspiring Women: Breaking Barriers in Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry has traditionally had a higher representation of men, but this has not stopped women from breaking through and leading the way for others. Two exceptional women at KMM have carved out successful careers in the industry, inspiring others along the way. This article will highlight their inspiring stories, achievements, and positive impact […]
5 Proven Benefits of In-House Custom Tooling & Fixtures
Many mission-critical components require custom tooling or fixtures, such as dies, jigs, and casting molds, to ensure they’re as precise as possible. However, some manufacturers cannot produce custom tooling and fixtures in-house. In this post, we’ll explain why in-house tooling and fixturing are essential for achieving the precision and cost-effectiveness you require. Whether using vertical […]
Machine Shop Mastery Podcast: KMM Group’s CEO & President on Leadership
KMM Group’s CEO John Shegda and President Eric Wilhelm are featured in a podcast called Machine Shop Mastery, and the latest episode (episode 22) is now live!
