In this episode of Manufacturing Unscripted, host Peter Parsons welcomes back Chris McMahon, Sales Manager at ANDRITZ Schuler North America in Canton, Michigan, to talk about what’s new at Schuler — including the company’s recent transition to ANDRITZ Schuler and the installation of their third hydroforming press.

Chris explains Schuler’s role as a press manufacturer, hydroforming specialist, and tooling supplier, and why hydroforming remains a powerful solution for creating complex, high-strength parts with strong consistency and repeatability. He also shares some of the tradeoffs manufacturers need to consider, including longer cycle times and higher upfront costs.

The conversation also touches on Chris’s experience selling both parts and dies, how Schuler supports customers across the full production process, and what he’s seeing in the market right now. While he’s encouraged by new vehicle programs and growing product activity, he also shares thoughtful concerns about how suppliers will navigate the changing manufacturing landscape.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KWCcIW5ksu0

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In this episode of Manufacturing Unscripted, host Peter Parsons sits down with Jason Rolland from Carbon to explore the evolving world of 3D printing and advanced materials. The conversation dives into the different types of materials used in additive manufacturing, including how Carbon mixes materials using UV liquid resins to create highly specialized, production-ready parts.

Peter and Jason also discuss the development process behind 3D printing — not just from a technology standpoint, but from a learning and growth perspective. Jason shares how Carbon approaches innovation by developing solutions alongside customers, ensuring real-world applications drive product advancement.

The episode wraps with a look at Carbon’s unique business model, including their subscription-based approach and how they partner with contract manufacturers to scale production. This conversation offers valuable insight for manufacturers interested in additive manufacturing, material science, and new ways to bring advanced technology to market.

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYOOA58YcZ0

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In this episode of Manufacturing Unscripted, host Peter Parsons sits down with Nelson Bruton, President of Manufacturing Chats, to discuss the growing role of chat bots in manufacturing websites and digital strategy.

Nelson and Peter explore why chat bots are becoming an important tool for manufacturers, how they can improve customer engagement, and where companies need to be careful not to lose the human touch. They dive into finding the “sweet spot” — giving chat bots enough information to be useful without removing meaningful human interaction from the sales and support process.

The conversation also covers who the ideal customer is for chat bots, where they add the most value, and how manufacturers can use them to better qualify leads, answer questions faster, and enhance the overall website experience.

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYOOA58YcZ0

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