Ed Crum

Ed Crum is the segment market manager for advanced manufacturing at Miller Electric Manufacturing Co., 1635 West Spencer Street, PO Box 1079, Appleton, WI 54912-1079, 920-734-9821, www.millerwelds.com.

Articles by Ed Crum

Manufacturing vs. Fabrication: How to Make the Distinction

Is your operation highly repeatable or do you require more equipment and personnel flexibility for a wider range of work? Knowing the difference is important in selecting the right equipment and process optimization needed to maximize productivity, save time and money.

Avoid These Costly Mistakes in the Welding Operation

Looking to improve productivity and reduce costs to be more competitive? The one key to getting ahead is reducing the time spent on non-value-added activities – i.e., any time spent not welding. Here are some of the best ways to reduce downtime.

Blueprint for the Future

Fabricators must continually explore new technologies that will grow along with their operations to help them stay competitive, profitable, productive, and ahead of the curve so they are prepared for the demands of the future.

Industry News

Solar Atmospheres of Western PA Obtains Pratt & Whitney Approval

This accomplishment reinforces Solar Atmospheres’ dedication to excellence and its ability to meet the evolving demands of the aerospace industry.

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Webinar: How to make more money by Connecting Your Shop

Are you wasting time & money with a fragmented process that you’ve outgrown? If so, join the SigmaNEST webinar on December 4 @ 11am (EST).

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REGO-FIX Celebrates Innovation with Center for Machining Excellence Grand Opening

The state-of-the-art 12,000-square-foot REGO-FIX manufacturing educational and advancement facility houses a wide range of cutting-edge technology and serves as a hub for industry innovation that is accessible to manufacturers and industry thought leaders worldwide.

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