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Business of Machining

John Grimsmo & John Saunders
Machining
Grimsmo Knives
Manufacturing
Entrepreneurship
Automation
Machining Processes
Blade Show
3D Printing
Nyc CNC
Kern Machine
Knife Manufacturing
Hard Milling
CNC Machining
Kern
Tariffs
Saunders Machine Works
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Quality Control
Project Management

John Grimsmo of Grimsmo Knives and John Saunders of Saunders Machine Works discuss their success, struggles, goals and more as machinists, business owners and entrepreneurs.

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Topics:

• Lathe runout

• Tolerances, class B products

• Grinding ceramics

Topics:

• Interferometer updates

• LLM's and software factories

• Audio issues

• Machining hightlight - bar fed mill

Topics:

• White light interferometer purchasing

• Cam templates and MCP

• Stop talking and start doing

• Reseach modes in LLM's

• UMC400 is awesome

• Flashlights....

Topics:

• Visiting SSCadcam in Squamish BC

• Ai updates

• DLC/PVD coating deepdive

• Vision system and white light interferometers

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Recent Guests

Justin Gray
Intern from Toolpath, Saunders Machine Works intern
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Episode: #455 New intern at Saunders
Dave Arneson
Expert in precision measurement and owner of Precision Instruments
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Episode: #391 50 tidbits by Dave Arneson

Hosts

John Saunders
Machinist, entrepreneur and owner of Saunders Machine Works
John Grimsmo
Machinist, entrepreneur and owner of Grimsmo Knives

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 472 ratings
  • Love hate

    I love the topics being discussed, very interesting and helpful. The thing that keeps bothering and honestly keeps me from listening is that Grimsmo doesn’t show any interest in Saunders, I feel like Grimsmo can also have a running conversation when he’s talking or frankly: when the topic is about him. He doesn’t really ask questions or, it sounds like he isn’t interested at all in Saunders. Which is a petty because in my opinion Saunders has a lot to bring to the table, which doesn’t really sho... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ThomasGalenkamp
    Netherlands3 years ago
  • Just two guys on a call

    This show is an entrepreneurial rallying cry. I have learned so much from listening to this show. Thank you both for doing this so dependably. And thank you for backdating to episode 1 on this app. Let the binge begin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TurboMacNy
    United States3 years ago
  • Running your machine with heightened senses

    I believe its good, especially when you make a part for the 1st time to run your machine a little bit scared.

    I don’t mean be scared of your machine or be scared of breaking tools, but rather have massive respect for your machine and what kind of damage it is capable of doing from just 1 little mistake. There are so many details and variables you have to be on top of before you make your 1st chip it’s easy to forget 1 small step.

    By running your machine scared you naturally heighten your sense... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Round Parts
    United States4 years ago
  • PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THIS…

    I’ll start off by saying this. I love watching both of y’all on YouTube and I love listening to your podcast. I am subscribed to every social media both of you have. I have been following for over 2 1/2 years. I respect what you do, and I appreciate the effort you both put into the trade, and the advancement and learning of the trade. With this being said, I also want to say one other thing…. You spend alot of time talking about the Kern, and other machines you have, and the way you handle busin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morgan Barnette 1992
    United States4 years ago
  • Couldn’t have done it without you!

    I just got my first cnc machine (a state of the art in 1997 Fadal) AND got my first paying machining job. John and John have been the single most valuable resource I’ve found for preparing to and starting a manufacturing company. They are competent but humble, knowledgeable but strive to learn more, honest about struggles but always upbeat. You could not ask for better mentors. If you own any type of business or run any type of machine you will benefit from the BoM!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jameson72
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

One listener felt the conversation sometimes gave more attention to Grimsmo's perspective than Saunders's.
Listeners value candid, practical insight into machining, manufacturing businesses and the hosts' real-world decisions.
The informal format and distinct perspectives are a draw, with some listeners saying the exchanges feel like conversations among shop colleagues.
Some newer machinists want more entry-level guidance on programming, speeds and feeds, workplace issues and starting a business.
Many describe the conversations as motivating, dependable and useful for learning, starting a business or staying focused at work.

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#352 Questions and Answers Episode
Q: Name one thing that you didn't think would change the business but made the company.
The discussion leads to various aspects such as the introduction of bundle sales and the importance of employee trust, which significantly impacted their businesses.
#352 Questions and Answers Episode
Q: How is lights out machining affecting the cost benefit with a side eye on time spent for process reliability?
The hosts discuss how lights out machining is worthwhile as it increases productivity during off-hours, emphasizing that focusing on process reliability allows for smoother operations even if they run a bit slower.
#372 Do I need a "reset"?
Q: How are you doing? What's new with what's on your mind plate?
I'm feeling the pressure of Blade Show and have products to ship soon.

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What is Business of Machining about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations between machinists and business owners John Saunders and John Grimsmo, combining the realities of running manufacturing companies with detailed discussion of CNC machining, tooling, metrology, automation and shop-floor technology. They compare decisions from their distinct businesses, share experiments and equipment problems, and talk candidly about hiring, growth, customer service, costs and the personal challenges of entrepreneurship. Recent conversations also track their use of AI and software to improve design, inspection and shop workflows, with a practical emphasis on testing ideas and checking automated results. The format is an informal, recurring exchange rather than a formal interview, with occasional referenc... more

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