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Taps and Patience | Business and Machining Podcast

Taps and Patience | Business and Machining Podcast

By: Audacity Micro & Precision Ingenuity
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Join Harrison from Precision Ingenuity and AJ from Audacity Micro on their weekly phone call about business, life, and of course, machining.Audacity Micro & Precision Ingenuity Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • THIS is why we have warranties - Ep. 166
    Jun 25 2026

    Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience

    Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com

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    In this episode of Taps and Patience, AJ and Harrison discuss their busy schedules, with AJ feeling fatigued from increased exercise and Harrison sharing his experience of traveling to Dallas to retrieve his wife due to unexpected flight changes. They also delve into technical challenges faced in their manufacturing operations, including issues with the Tormach controller and milling hardened steel parts, and discuss troubleshooting strategies for various machining problems, such as tool breakage detection and surface finish inconsistencies. The conversation concludes with reflections on their growing business pains and the importance of training and delegation in their work environments as they transition from startup to more established companies.

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    Check out the hosts on Instagram:

    https://instagram.com/audacity_micro

    https://instagram.com/precisioningenuity

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • I Need MORE Automation - Ep. 165
    Jun 19 2026

    Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com-----In the 165th episode of "Taps and Patience," AJ and Harrison discuss their recent projects and challenges in the manufacturing sector, including Harrison's experiences with machine operations, software for ITAR compliance, and the need for better inspection processes. They highlight various tools and automation solutions, sharing anecdotes about their personal experiences with manufacturing issues, such as tap drilling and the use of robotics in their workflows. They express frustration with certain CAD/CAM software limitations and consider potential improvements in their operations while navigating the complexities of supply and demand for different types of machining.-----Check out the hosts on Instagram:https://instagram.com/audacity_microhttps://instagram.com/precisioningenuity

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • My $20k Profit Month - Ep. 164
    Jun 11 2026

    Join the Discord by subscribing on patreon - https://patreon.com/tapsandpatience Get Parts Made! - https://subtractmanufacturing.com-----In the 164th episode of "Taps and Patience," AJ and Harrison discuss their recent experiences in machining, focusing on the stress of managing production and customer expectations as they work on medical and firearm parts. They explore the challenges of using new tools and technologies, like AI in CAM systems, pondering its effectiveness in teaching new machinists versus experienced ones. The conversation also touches on the implications of learning traditional skills in a modern context, balancing foundational knowledge with the need to adapt to contemporary practices.-----Check out the hosts on Instagram:https://instagram.com/audacity_microhttps://instagram.com/precisioningenuity

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    1 hr and 10 mins
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