Teaching a New Generation of Manufacturers
Hello, reader—Brian Kippen here, owner and founder of KAD, back with another installment of our new series, The Future of Manufacturing. This series spotlights problems we face in the manufacturing industry and what solutions KAD is testing. I hope this will be a collaborative process, and I would love to
Precision Machining: 5 Exotic Materials We Love Working With
Did you know KAD provides precision machining services for exotic materials? We love working with less common materials and are experts at machining anything from brass and copper to wood. (Throwback to this memorable heirloom project.) If you're considering exotic metals for your next prototype machining project, here's what you need to
How Do We Create More Diversity in Manufacturing?
Hello, reader—Brian Kippen here, owner and founder of KAD. Welcome to another installment of our new series, The Future of Manufacturing, wherein I share the problems we face in the manufacturing industry and what solutions KAD is testing. My goal is to make this series a collaborative process, and I
Our Software Enables Fast, Accurate Quoting for Precision Machining
At KAD, we believe that prototype machining should be as straightforward as possible. We look for opportunities to make the manufacturing process easier and more enjoyable for clients, from our friendly atmosphere and transparent communication to the specialized software we use for frictionless quoting. If you've requested a precision machining quote from
Rethinking the Manufacturing Workforce: Why KAD Trains “From Scratch”
Hello, reader—Brian Kippen here, owner and founder of KAD, back with another installment of our new series, The Future of Manufacturing. This series spotlights problems we face in the manufacturing industry and what solutions KAD is testing. I hope this will be a collaborative process, and I would love to
Can Custom Tooling Save Time and Money? YES!
Did you know that custom tooling has the potential to save you time and money? Most people associate custom tooling with increased costs and lead times, but here at our precision machine shop, we think custom tooling doesn’t always deserve its negative reputation. While it isn’t the best solution for a single
How to Adjust Your Part’s Design to Maximize Your Budget
Time and money are the two most significant considerations in both prototype machining and production manufacturing, and here at KAD, we're committed to helping our clients save both. Sometimes, when clients receive a quote from us, they'll ask what can be done to further reduce costs. We are contract manufacturers by
What Type of Precision Machining Inspection Do You Need?
Inspection is a crucial step in the precision machining process, and at KAD, we take it extremely seriously. We offer four different types of inspection to meet our clients’ needs: In-process inspectionInspection reportFirst article inspectionFull lot inspection It’s important to bring up inspection requirements early in the manufacturing process so we can plan
Oh Baby! Making a Priceless Heirloom With Precision Machining
At KAD, our passion for engineering consistently transforms manufacturing into an art form. We consider ourselves more than machinists—we're makers who take immense pride in creating beautiful products. Naturally, when we get the chance to work on an exceptionally creative project, we jump at the opportunity. Recently a client came to us
Overcoming Common Objections to Manufacturing Careers
Hello, reader—Brian Kippen here, owner and founder of KAD. Last month I introduced our new series, The Future of Manufacturing, wherein I'll share the problems we face in the manufacturing industry and what solutions KAD is testing. I hope this will be a collaborative process, and I would love to