by PDPeterka | Jan 26, 2017 | manufacturing, Uncategorized
If you ask an experienced machinist which kind of machining technology is better, manual or CNC machines, most will respond with, “It’s not about which is better, it depends on the job”. CNC machines can complete large orders of machined parts quickly and accurately...
by PDPeterka | Dec 13, 2016 | manufacturing, Outsourcing, Skills Gap
Close the Skills Gap with Outsource Manufacturing U.S. Manufacturing is well-aware by now of the widening skills gap of capable tradesmen and skilled workers. Like other areas of manufacturing such as medtech, automation, oil and gas, and technology, machining is in...
by PDPeterka | Dec 1, 2016 | education, industry, manufacturing
These days, the myriad educational opportunities available to people looking for better career opportunities can be overwhelming. With the often expensive price tag attached to higher education through four year colleges and trade schools, personal development and...
by PDPeterka | Nov 15, 2016 | machine part repair, outsource manufacturing
PD Peterka has maintained a stellar relationship with a rail company manufacturing a large percentage of all railway tie replacement machinery since 2009. However, at one point in that relationship, a competitor offered to do the same work at a lower price, and the...
by PDPeterka | Oct 26, 2016 | Apprenticeship, PD Peterka
The Cost of Tech School Thinking about going back to school to improve your manufacturing credentials, or changing careers to something more hands on and creative? What about manufacturing apprenticeships? For many, tech school has provided the opportunity to meet the...
