From Garage Startup to Leading Aerospace Job Shop

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  • @ferramirez4570
    @ferramirez4570 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Dang imagine building something that big and awesome with the person you love how fortunate you must be!. Not saying is product of luck I know they have work really hard but fortunate in the sense that I haven't seen an story like this in my life, so probably a one in a lifetime opportunity. Love the shop!

  • @roran-san
    @roran-san 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +11

    Amazing shop, but especially what a lovely power couple running it.

  • @Franklinguy759
    @Franklinguy759 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +19

    This is a wonderful story. I spent my entire career in toolmaking / 5 axis programming. Starting with form grinding in the electronic connector industry to Programming our wire EDM and Hermle 5 axis for the medical industry. I however always stayed away from job shops. In most cases the compensation and training available was far superior on the corporate side. Beautiful shop, hopefully you can retain the skilled talent.

  • @mrb6144
    @mrb6144 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    This is the kind of company I would love to work. ❤

  • @aschnaub1
    @aschnaub1 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Great to hear of a local Midwest shop. Quad Cities here. Keep up the awesome work.

  • @anthonyrivers8395
    @anthonyrivers8395 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    Love garage stories❤ I am mostly impressed that they’ve been married for so long❤ the shop is really really doing good

    • @modernmachineshop
      @modernmachineshop  14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Yes, a very impressive couple 🙌

  • @Lwimmermastermetalart
    @Lwimmermastermetalart 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Very impressive shop. Looks like you’ve carved out a great niche for your shop. I wish you both continued success. 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @modernmachineshop
      @modernmachineshop  14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      We recognize the you Lee! 👀 Thanks for tuning in ❗

  • @jan3019
    @jan3019 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    What a clean shop. I worked in Aerospace in Calufornia and it was dirty , oil and debris everywhere cos most of the employees doesnt really care much. Would be nice to work into something like this. Looks like a pleasant environment

  • @tdg911
    @tdg911 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    What an amazing shop. Very nice machine tools there along with everything else. Love success stories.

  • @nicholaslandolina
    @nicholaslandolina 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This company is what I grew up with and I am glad it hasnt been lost

  • @PatrickAndrewsMacphee
    @PatrickAndrewsMacphee 10 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    This is exactly what the UK lacks: customers who are mid-sized companies. Superb.

  • @bobjimenez4464
    @bobjimenez4464 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice shop! It looks like you're very committed to becoming self sufficient which is a huge goal. Don't stop growing and accept good new opportunities/technology. Off subject: the Maho looks like a reliable workhorse. An mh650 played a big part in my early career so I gained lots of trust in their equipment

  • @franciscof5609
    @franciscof5609 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    8:46 Does anyone know what model their plastic 3D printer is? I think it's amazing

  • @anamericanentrepreneur
    @anamericanentrepreneur 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Amazing entrepreneur success story.

  • @ryansanchez5434
    @ryansanchez5434 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    God Bless that couple, that's amazing, that's why the USA is the country where we all want to be some day, the land of ideas and opportunities and innovation, thanks for sharing great job!

  • @essakhan-oh2vh
    @essakhan-oh2vh 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Both Pratt and Whitney the machinists their humble start and the giants. But now your economic Juggernaut is crushing all no room for any to live honestly and with honour .

  • @alimeshuggah6238
    @alimeshuggah6238 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I really enjoy their work; it is impressive.

  • @joedyhicks9415
    @joedyhicks9415 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Another business that started the same way - Stirling Engineering in Barkhamsted CT.
    In the 1940’s a local toolmaker had a beef with his boss and as a result he went home, moved the cows out of the barn and started his own co. and Stirling was born now they are a very successful aerospace manufacturer and yes you can still see the beams of the old barn in part of the building, lol

  • @Tom-jy3jd
    @Tom-jy3jd 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Impressive sir, visionary

  • @wozimoto
    @wozimoto 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great story. I was wondering if they bought, built, or are renting that building...

  • @gtcollection6933
    @gtcollection6933 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I hope that one day those domestic shops will be able to eradicate the +300% overhead cost, when compared to an ISO equivalent with 50+ years metal working exp in Dongguan China.

  • @Howt-ooo
    @Howt-ooo 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +29

    Nice shop. Just dont understand how these jobs pay for all these machines.

    • @dandersen464
      @dandersen464 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

      Because in aviation, especially commercial aviation, parts that have to be certified or PMA’ed get marked up astronomically. They more than likely have 10s and dozens of multiple 6 figure contracts.

    • @dandersen464
      @dandersen464 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      Like that seat arm rest part he was talking about. I’ve worked with seats in a Pilatus pc-12 that $50,000+ per chair…

    • @dandersen464
      @dandersen464 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      Apparently they made revenue of $7 million last year.

    • @spidersinspace1099
      @spidersinspace1099 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Obviously, they lease that machinery.

    • @braaap6292
      @braaap6292 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I doubt they need to lease. If you saw how much these shops get paid for even the simplest parts, you'd know how they can afford everything.

  • @7-BitesPatrick
    @7-BitesPatrick 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Great Shop. Does everyone wear plaid shirts?😜

  • @modernchariots6042
    @modernchariots6042 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Amazing content. Thomas did a great job with the shop tour especially the explanations.
    I'm watching from Kenya and I aspire to own a machine shop someday that will be used not only for commercial purposes but to also inspire others to do the same here.

  • @miltononyango
    @miltononyango 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    amazing story

  • @evanbooth1441
    @evanbooth1441 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    This is the American dream, and you absolutely love to see it.

  • @ting2222
    @ting2222 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I want to work here.

  • @teole6364
    @teole6364 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So how did he start? No detail on that at all!

    • @modernmachineshop
      @modernmachineshop  8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      We have about an hour of raw interview footage where they cover their story more in depth. We cut a lot of that so the videos aren't too long. Would you watch a full sit-down interview if we released it? We would love your feedback.

  • @lobrow7661
    @lobrow7661 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    "And they are always in a hurry . . . " hahahahhahaha

  • @seefinish_
    @seefinish_ 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So cool

  • @Biggie_Johns_Son-v3i
    @Biggie_Johns_Son-v3i 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Making great money. Not a Haas in sight. Doh.

  • @daleolson3506
    @daleolson3506 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Great video and story but kill the music👎👎👎👎💩💩😬

  • @aryaman05
    @aryaman05 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    With Trump in charge, they'd soon need to move again and expand a further 10 times !😊👍

  • @jacobwhitcombeCNC
    @jacobwhitcombeCNC 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    do they want to take on a english toolmaker who is sick of his mess of a country???

  • @dejanvanevski4399
    @dejanvanevski4399 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Laser is damaging eyes and you put young girl to work with it?What about ultraviolet rays that also are dangerous?

    • @dacat8171
      @dacat8171 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Of course you wear eye protection while operating a laser 🤷🏽

    • @rgetso
      @rgetso 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      SMH...

    • @Adib437
      @Adib437 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      that's why it's in a separate room. so only the girl has to wear the protective equipment and everyone else can wear plaid shirts

    • @dejanvanevski4399
      @dejanvanevski4399 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Adib437 Her eyes are more valuable that any other laser

    • @scooble
      @scooble 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@dejanvanevski4399
      Compliance obligations means that they have to wear safety equipment. If they don't, they lose certification and lose business

  • @TheJaybird67k
    @TheJaybird67k 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Not a job shop.....lol

  • @mad0uche
    @mad0uche 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    White floors and safety glasses? Where do I sign up, I can buy a flannel jacket too, you don't need a chair for me i'll stand the whole day.

  • @theebalz
    @theebalz 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    You could save a TON of money by moving OUT of Illinois.