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!
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.
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
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
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!
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 .
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Amazing shop, but especially what a lovely power couple running it.
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.
Thanks for checking this out!
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This is the kind of company I would love to work. ❤
Great to hear of a local Midwest shop. Quad Cities here. Keep up the awesome work.
Love garage stories❤ I am mostly impressed that they’ve been married for so long❤ the shop is really really doing good
Yes, a very impressive couple 🙌
Very impressive shop. Looks like you’ve carved out a great niche for your shop. I wish you both continued success. 👍🏼👍🏼
We recognize the you Lee! 👀 Thanks for tuning in ❗
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
What an amazing shop. Very nice machine tools there along with everything else. Love success stories.
This company is what I grew up with and I am glad it hasnt been lost
This is exactly what the UK lacks: customers who are mid-sized companies. Superb.
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
8:46 Does anyone know what model their plastic 3D printer is? I think it's amazing
Amazing entrepreneur success story.
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!
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 .
I really enjoy their work; it is impressive.
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
Impressive sir, visionary
Great story. I was wondering if they bought, built, or are renting that building...
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.
Nice shop. Just dont understand how these jobs pay for all these machines.
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.
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…
Apparently they made revenue of $7 million last year.
Obviously, they lease that machinery.
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.
Great Shop. Does everyone wear plaid shirts?😜
🤣🤣🤣
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.
amazing story
This is the American dream, and you absolutely love to see it.
Absolutely! 🔴⚪🔵
I want to work here.
So how did he start? No detail on that at all!
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.
"And they are always in a hurry . . . " hahahahhahaha
So cool
Making great money. Not a Haas in sight. Doh.
Great video and story but kill the music👎👎👎👎💩💩😬
With Trump in charge, they'd soon need to move again and expand a further 10 times !😊👍
do they want to take on a english toolmaker who is sick of his mess of a country???
Laser is damaging eyes and you put young girl to work with it?What about ultraviolet rays that also are dangerous?
Of course you wear eye protection while operating a laser 🤷🏽
SMH...
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
@@Adib437 Her eyes are more valuable that any other laser
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Compliance obligations means that they have to wear safety equipment. If they don't, they lose certification and lose business
Not a job shop.....lol
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.
You could save a TON of money by moving OUT of Illinois.