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Within Tolerance

Within Tolerance
Mentorship
Machining
CNC Machining
Automation
Gear Hobbing
GD&T
Shop Organization
Prototyping
3D Printing
Conour Manufacturing
Machine Tending
Manufacturing
Arda Cards
Kern Micro HD
ASME Pressure Vessels
Hurco
AWR
Machining Training
Moria Manufacturing
IMTS

Within Tolerance is a podcast where the hosts talk everything from machine shop work, CAD/CAM, and other manufacturing processes!

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Jamie Peacock of JSpec Engineering and The Lone Machinists podcast joins to talk one‑man‑shop reality, from building and retrofitting machines to launching the Anchor Point zero‑point system. We hit in‑house anodizing, adding a 4th on Siemens, and wh... more

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California updates with Zap, CMM finally dialed in, HyperMill setup progress, pin finisher optimization, RO water planning, and some honest programming errors. Topics include surface roughness tools, machine comparisons, cost tracking, floating tap h... more

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Juan March returns with InFab co‑founder Blake Nazario to share how a shop-floor problem became a purpose-built ERP for high-mix job shops. We cover InFab’s beginnings, its rebuild for multi‑tenant use, ITAR/GovCloud and CMMC, plus AS9100 tools. Juan... more

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Zap, Justin Gray, and I trade wins, war stories, and hard lessons. Justin breaks down Toolpath’s CAM automation progress—constraints, search space control, and getting from “seven ops” to the three you actually want—plus new work on undercuts and 3+2... more

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Recent Guests

Blake Nazario
Co-founder of InFab, background in computer science and robotics
InFab
Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 265 - Juan March and Blake Nazario of InFab
Patrick McClintock
Machinist at RbSA Industrial and known as Job Shopper TN.
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Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 262 - Patrick McClintock
Denis Basaric
Owner of KafaTek, specializing in high-precision espresso grinders
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Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 260 - Denis Basaric of KafaTek
David Liu
Entrepreneur and software innovator with a background in manufacturing.
Brittle Fluid
Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 258 - Just Send It with David Liu of Brittle Fluid
Rebecca Wolfinger
Co-owner of Mil-Spec Manufacturing, creator of the video series 'Becoming a Practical Machinist'.
Mil-Spec Manufacturing
Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 256 - Rebecca Wolfinger of Mil-Spec Manufacturing
Easton Bednarek
Machinist and Owner at Moria Manufacturing
Moria Manufacturing
Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 253 - Employees are Tough with Easton Bednarek
Phil Linscheid
Director of Manufacturing at Hamilton Company
Hamilton Company
Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 251 - Phil Linscheid
Pete Oxenham
Founder of Chatter and now head of product at Toolpath
Toolpath
Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 249 - Pete Oxenham of Chatter and Toolpath
Joseph Pizzoferrato
Application engineer at Heidenhain with extensive experience in manufacturing and CNC machining.
Heidenhain
Episode: Within Tolerance Episode 247 - Joseph Pizzoferrato of Heidenhain

Host

Dylan Jackson
Host focusing on the intricacies of the machining industry, sharing experiences and insights into running a machine shop.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 299 ratings
  • Fun learning with a great stories.

    I’ve learned so many things from this podcast. I started as an operator in January. I setup, run first part, then run the production. We are a 2 person shop

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    poolsss
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    This show brings me insight and joy thank you so much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @TheYechGuy
    United States2 years ago
  • Fascinating insight

    I have found these podcasts really fascinating, there is so much that goes into running a small shop that i hadnt thought of. These guys talk about everything that goes into running on and the trials and tribulations they go through. I hope they never stop doing them. Thanks Dylan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mark stuart-davies
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • It's good stuff

    If you're making chips, whether on a manual or CNC machine, you'll enjoy it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    What???!!!!
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this show!💥

    It’s obvious Dylan puts extraordinary effort into every single episode of Within Tolerance. But what makes this show a true standout is the quality of the guests, stories, and insights. Dylan finds guests that truly care about being a positive force in the machinist space, and shares insights that only a true practitioner can unearth. Don't miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LisaIsHereForIt
    United States4 years ago

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Many find the guest selections bring valuable expertise that enriches the content and broadens their understanding of the industry.
The podcast is noted for its engaging format with a blend of personal stories and technical discussions.
Listeners appreciate the practical insights and experiences shared, emphasizing the community connection within the machining industry.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Within Tolerance Episode 265 - Juan March and Blake Nazario of InFab
Q: What are two things shops are overlooking when they're trying to use your software?
Juan mentions the quality documentation features that shops aren't utilizing fully, which are crucial for compliance.
Within Tolerance Episode 265 - Juan March and Blake Nazario of InFab
Q: What is InFab?
InFab is a purpose-built ERP for machine shops, created to help manage job tracking and production processes effectively.
Within Tolerance Episode 265 - Juan March and Blake Nazario of InFab
Q: What made you jump out of computer science into being an EMT? That seems like a very hard pivot.
Blake shares his journey from computer science to being an EMT firefighter, emphasizing his desire to help and experiences he enjoyed along the way.
Within Tolerance Episode 258 - Just Send It with David Liu of Brittle Fluid
Q: What is an often overlooked step for starting to use your software?
The need for shops to quickly iterate rather than default to their standard SOP.
Within Tolerance Episode 258 - Just Send It with David Liu of Brittle Fluid
Q: What are the top causes for a hardware startup failure?
The tendency to want to wait for a right answer instead of quickly obtaining feedback.

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This podcast focuses on various aspects of the machining and manufacturing industry, engaging in topics such as machine shop operations, CAD/CAM workflows, and entrepreneurship within the field. The hosts share their personal experiences in running a small machine shop while inviting knowledgeable guests who contribute their insights on industry trends, challenges, and innovations. Unique to this podcast is the blend of practical tips, anecdotes from their work life, as well as the personal journeys of the guests, making it an invaluable resource for both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the machining community.

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Recent guests on Within Tolerance include:

1. Blake Nazario
2. Patrick McClintock
3. Denis Basaric
4. David Liu
5. Rebecca Wolfinger
6. Easton Bednarek
7. Phil Linscheid
8. Pete Oxenham

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