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Kids causing chaos this week as Justin and Jem tackle their small businesses amongst parenting. Conundrums of product fulfilment, shipping efficiency and laser engravers.
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Kids!Product options and fulfilmentShipping via courier vs in-house delivery vanCouriers are great!Laser engraving with auto conveyorGood cash week = good mood?New TTT and TT options---
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Jem and Justin chat Fusion training, a rampant payroll tool, online guide improvements, AI eco impacts, and frustration with horizontal bandsaws. Is Jem ready to ditch Fusion?
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One-on-one Fusion trainingSuper scareFusion 2D outputting - MapBoards to Export 2D Files from FusionDuplicate with Joints 🚨 Gusto - Easy PayrollQR BlasterATC Pedestal Guide - How better?Checklist ManifestoBandsaw Issues - Jet 712 broken part after 3rd use? Binding upBetter ways to make online guides?NotionJust make it better, JustinCamera off, can't be bothered making content right nowMoving away from Fusion modelling I didn't get to say goodbye, to Pi - Desktop app?macWhisperImpact of AIVoice morphingThese number crunchersFirst 1 milliGrounding - why?Philip: GtP is new and good, and yall should enbrace the change. Maybe you don't want the first component by drfault, but it far exceeds the old ground (now called pin) which is/was a timeline feature, not like ground. It does away with all of the rigid grouping, and as-build joints to origin, and it also lets you edit the inital 'free move' that we got when inserting a component.---
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Jem and Justin chat about 3D-printed vacuum workholding, crazy insurance lumps, a $420k robot cell, and fun with QR codes. Plus, a peek into Profit First and hitting Q3 revenue goals like butter!
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mmmmmmmachining, distracted fun3D printed vacuum workholdingPatreon longer 3D fixture walkthroughFlyback DiodesVeritasium QR CodeBarcode scannerLittle things job swapinsurance lumps (my lovely lady lumps)Airtable, Fusion, Insurance, Multicam support group - Join here$420,000 robot cellTwig and BotProfit First
Q3 Distribution - 96% of AIM PDXQ3 Rev 16% over target - Like Butter---
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Jem and Justin discuss hacking CNC machines, wild AI camera tech, and share insights on Profit First, new tape vendors, and AI voice cloning. And they both start insourcing/outsourcing products where they didn't prior.
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Machine Hacks, Networking, and YCM (Fanuc) Auto Door Releaseseconds since epochMulticam backtrackingMulticam owners/support group - sign up hereMulticam backtrackingWild $70 Pi AI CameraProfit First
Timing Account - Insurance lumpsCapital & Repairs AccountNew Tape VendorBattery weekForkHome systemShell Game - AI Voice Clone PodcastStill local curious, local docs functionalityInsourcing partsOutsourcing partsPDX CNC On-site CAD/CNC Training---
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Jem and Justin chat about Rhino AI scripting, packaging, CNC maintenance, and business analysis. They discuss machine troubles, vibration reduction, and new tools. The duo ponders business growth and laments missing IMTS.
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GPT-4o Rhino script, 🤡 Claude Sonnet 3.5Vevor CreaserPackaging talk, making our own packagingMasso CNC conversionsLoose wiresMachine servicingPreventative maintenanceIT manager Jem, fixing all the thingsMain CNC PC downHydraulic holder much less vibrationUncomfortable sense when things are going wellSWOT analysis of our businessesHow to take the next steps?IMTS FOMONew O Flute Tools - Aluminum---
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Justin and Jem talk shop every week, discussing their small manufacturing businesses, automation opportunities, AI coding tools and what might be wrong with Jem's machinist rabbit.
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Hydraulic HolderAmazing automation video (send us more)UR Cobot Woodshop integrationTalking Robots hereJustin IMTS 2024 Recap videoFusion scripting successAI InceptionCursor AIDall-E two years on, Sep '22 to Sep '24KittaParts 2D Configurator now with musak01-preview coding trials60 second reasoningChatGPT 01-mini most impressive single shot responseAll failedGPT4o multi-shot refinement worked---
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Jem and Justin recap IMTS, exploring cutting-edge manufacturing tech and creative habits. They dive into industry developments, from innovative cobots to lights-out machining. The duo also discusses software updates, sales updates and Justin's surprising new machine interest.
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IMTS
Dating your creative selfTwyla Tharp - The Creative HabitCommunity connectionsCheap Cobot Robot - Igus ReBelJustin needs a lathe!Lights Out & Zap - UMC 500 with 25 unique parts Cobot Loaded
PO issues continue, deposit paidSocial media vacayWax dipping ice rinkDepth of wax untestedSoftware Corner
Friction with SimTheoryNew OpenAI O1 modelsiOS 18 updates---
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Jem & Justin talk about dealing with problematic clients who like to push small businesses around, the wins of a profit first weekly distribution cycle and Justin's plan for IMTS.
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Bad customer service practicesPurchase order bulliesPF weekly cycle 📈NumiSoulverNew timber trialswax dipperdeep fryerIMTS - millions of square feet of hotdogsLB Studio SaleGorgias?ClickupNext Secret Show Topic - send us questions?---
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Jem and Justin chat about AI tools, workshop equipment, and the future of social media. They ponder business management systems and dream about humanoid robots in their shops.
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ChatGPT sauceNew Saw, no more OP0 - Jet HVBS-712What's missing/broken from your current ERP? Send us a note!Humanoid bots, cheaper than cobotsWhere to after Instagram?
Forming a connectionIs Patreon the future of the internet?nest.pdxcnc.com---
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Jem and Justin chat about configurator orders, HSK holders, and motivation. They cover software changes, AI advancements, and Profit First financial updates. The pair touches on creativity, skating, and the concept of play.
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4 config orders in a week ❗️HSK 63F Holders in-processHow many times per week do you have 'stuff this' thoughts?Motivation, direction.Power DumpSkating and creativityAndy AndersonPlaySoftware corner
Dumped Adobe and ChatGPTCrawling back to LightroomCapture OneSimTheory AIFluxiOS 18 transcription promiseSo ready for AI SiriConfig DIY a year later - GeoCities here we come!PF
Added Timing and Capital / Repairs Investment accountsSofa accounting6 months in report from LBXero vs 'real' numbers---
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Today’s episode is packed! We talk about the latest configurator update, the future of automated CAM, and how to streamline job shop quoting. Plus, a shoutout to the “Manufacturing Spaces” podcast with Carl Bass and AMA on customer journeys, soft jaws, and the rise of 3D printed homewares. Got insights for IMTS? Share them with us!
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Jam Packed todayGetting my ass kickedConfigurator update?Ask: if going to IMTS, what are you seeing?New Podcast: Mfg Spaces - Carl Bass
Fusion godfather, CEO of ADDFM tool 👏Automated CAM (obvi but what does that mean for jobs ?)How do we automate router work?Job shop work needs automated quoting. Wasting WAY too much valuable time.Engineers and designers learn better faster with instant tools (quotes, DFM)integrated data in model files - drawings are silly when we have “perfect models that are just missing how far from the model they can go”Carl - “it’s like if you feed your dog then pick up the shit and try to figure out what you fed your dog”AMA
Patrick - I’d love to hear the difference or similarities between the “customer journey” at PDX CNC vs LB. What’s the customer service experience, ya know?Dylan - On a scale of 1-10 how much do you like softjaws, and why did you say 1?debrisbrooms - You magically receive 1000 sq/ft to your shop. What do you do with it?astonjcreative - For Jem Tymbr and Justin increase of 3d printed homewares and their longevityAlex (masterbowater) - configurations!Andy Anderson interview on Hawk vs Wolf
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Jem and Justin explore the quirky world of tape machines, share tips on optimizing online stores, and get excited about the latest 3D printing technologies. They also chat about keeping a healthy work-life balance and the fun chaos of running a bustling workshop.
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Paper tape packaging - Repair JobOlympics - Rugby womens 7sWomen's Road Cycling winnerTable TennisSo bored of socialsOpalCRO couch timeSo far behind on quote it's embarrassingHow are leads being generated in Quotient?ZapierTumbling timber partsSystems!?PS2 ProgressInternational ConversationsIMTS---
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Jem and Justin chat about product development progress, a new sticker & tape vendor, and the "Pumpkin Plan." They discuss Jem's bottleneck issues, web sales, and the need for conversion rate optimisation. Plus, updates on Pencil Sharpener 2, KittaParts, ArmorCore, and Like Butter's Quoting Calculator.
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Development HummingPumpkin PlanNew Sticker Tape ProviderE-myth FranchisabilityBottleneck Jem - too reliant onToo much custom work balanceWeb slooooooow down 57% YOYNot making time for conversion rate optimisationShut down CNC SEOPS2 progressKittaParts materials change challengeArmorCoreLike Butter's Quoting Calculator---
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Jem and Justin celebrate using Profit First bonuses to pay off loans and hitting 130 days with 88% success! They chat about international KittaParts plans, new dowel stock, and reaching 150k monthly with minimal social input. Plus, insights on Google Zero and finding your core audience.
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Danny Meyer, “Customers are not always right, they just need to be heard”Got me againused PF bonus to pay off loan 💪130 days of PF 88% successInternational KittaParts plansNew dowel stock incomingExtruder6 weeks of low input socials and still 150k monthly reachGoogle Zero - Where is your core audience?---
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Jem and Justin are back with Babe, exploring the product picker Venn Diagram and Kitta Parts Robe. In Software Corner, Clause Sonnet 3.5 faces off against ChatGPT4o. They chat about being on Within Tolerance, profit first, and lightweight plywood
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Back with BabeProduct Picker - Venn DiagramMade a good videoKitta Parts RobeSoftware CornerClause Sonnet 3.5 plays off against ChatGPT4oWas on Within ToleranceProfit First: Switched to weekly distributionsLightweight Plywood---
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Jem is on baby leave, catching up on sleep with three kids at home. In the meantime, Justin is featured on the Within Tolerance podcast with Dylan from Proteum Machining. In this episode, Justin shares his journey of starting Portland CNC, the inspiration behind their innovative dust boot product, and the various challenges they've overcome in the CNC machining industry. He also delves into the complexities of machining furniture, the evolution of their product line, and the unique insights he’s gained from over a hundred episodes recorded with Jem. Tune in for an engaging and informative discussion packed with behind-the-scenes stories and valuable lessons from the world of CNC machining.
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This episode is republished from Within Tolerance Episode #227Host: Dylan Jackson – Proteum Machining---
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Join us for our 100th episode! We get a bit nostalgic, discuss the challenges of product launches, reflect on lessons learned from business coaching, and explore the art of video content creation. Plus, we have a software corner, customer interactions, and potential SEO impacts of archiving products. Also, balancing custom projects with product focus.
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Product Launch - pop n flopVariant cull SEOGoogle search algoTorn between quotes and product focus ➕1100 EP - Insta QuestionsEnd of business coachingForced to reflectSoftware CornerRhino slowdownDesktop AppGPT memoriesBoomer AIVideos on ToolingWhy does 8mm compression cutter squeal?What do you want to see?Patreon Changes - Screen Captures, Live Videos?---
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Jem & Justin have both been up too late again, fixing website code and struggling with CNC nesting labels.
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Both up too late againConfigurator updatesCSS fails at 1amNesting labelsMapBoards Pro - $25 👍ChatGPT4o productivity workflowTranscription is kingIG wave has crashedDon't be so damn sloppy JemAirtable got the goodsKitting the KitsSelling products in kits---
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Justin and Jem try to remember how this works almost 100 episodes in. New ChatGPT is Jem's design assistant and Justin has launched a new range of CNC tooling! If only Siri would whip us into shape, we'd get so much more done.
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Bleeding out over dinner ChatGPT 4o accessAll of the knowledge, what to ask?Australian Standards design helpAlexei Sayle Clip800 Loom videos later... now with AISpark MailThree month productivity cycle - note taking attritionWhere do you do product pricing?Numi AppPDX CNC Tooling looking greatSmall White Box / Better White BoxJustin's Camera / LensToolpathWithin Tolerance - Al Whatmough RE: Toolpath.comPricing sensitivity chatter on IGRule 34Alarmed iOS App---
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Jem and Justin weigh in on the Drake vs Kendrick's rap beef and start their own beef with Fusion's Nesting Extension. They explore using Rhino with Python, tackle an overwhelming number of tasks, and manage browser tab overload. They also cover ongoing Instagram updates, resolve engraving issues, and tease exciting plans for the 100th episode!
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Aubrey vs Duckworth (Drake vs Kendrick)Fusion Nesting Extension < MapboardsFusion Nifty Corners! Suggest Classic EpisodesFavorites / Styles FlodeskLlama 3 AdvertiserOffline super quickTesting it with Rhino .pyToo many todosChasing browser tabs Dunny phone 2 factor shit test failcakesInsta Still goingEngraving IssuesSecret Show plannings - yas100 ep plan?---
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