Manufacturing Runs The World

In this episode of Manufacturing Runs The World , host Justin Schnor sits down with Chris Boyd, Sales Director at Charter Machine Company — a New Jersey-based manufacturer that builds massive belt filter presses used in wastewater treatment plants all across the U.S. Yep, they squeeze the poop . But they also fabricate parts used in NASA’s space shuttle transport system. 🧠💩🚀 Chris breaks down t...

In this episode, Tony Varela , owner of Meta Fab , shares how his team grew a small precision shop into a 30,000 sq ft operation serving aerospace, automotive, and semiconductor industries—without sacrificing quality or control. He dives into the power of buying existing shops, building in-house finishing capabilities, and why manufacturers should be thinking more like entrepreneurs. You’ll hear:...

What do vending machines, medical devices, and power storage units have in common? Chances are, they all rely on parts made by Tendon Manufacturing—a Cleveland-based, family-owned job shop quietly powering the world behind the scenes. In this episode, Justin sits down with Adam Gordon, second-generation leader at Tendon, to talk about how a small machining house turned into a manufacturing powerho...

In this episode of Manufacturing Runs The World , host Justin Schnor sits down with Dan Engerer, founder of Brainchild Engineering and creator of the Engerer Automatic Shower Cleaner . Dan pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to bring a product from idea to market—spoiler alert: it’s way harder than it looks. He shares raw, unfiltered insights on the pitfalls of prototyping, the brutal t...

From Law Enforcement to Manufacturing Success: Jeff Salyer’s Journey In this episode of Manufacturing Runs The World, host Justin Schnor sits down with Jeff Salyer, Senior Account Manager at Wysong, to explore his unexpected journey from law enforcement to manufacturing sales. Jeff shares how a chance encounter on a plane completely changed his career, the secrets behind Wysong’s 55% growth in a d...

In this must-listen episode of Manufacturing Momentum, host Justin Schnor sits down with Doug, a veteran in the welding industry and a key player at Cloos North America, to uncover the seismic shift happening in manufacturing. With over two decades of experience, Doug has witnessed firsthand how automation and robotics are transforming the way we build, weld, and compete on a global scale. 💡 What...

In this episode of Manufacturing Momentum, host Justin Schnor sits down with Mike Newell, Director of Marketing at Kimura Foundry America, to explore the cutting-edge innovations driving their success in the foundry industry. Mike shares how Kimura's unique capabilities allow them to deliver production-intent castings in as little as five days, giving them a critical edge in a niche market wit...

In this episode of Manufacturing Momentum, we sit down with Samantha Snabes, co-founder of re:3D, to explore how her company is transforming large-scale, open-source 3D printing with affordability, accessibility, and social impact at its core. Samantha shares how re:3D, a Kickstarter-funded social enterprise, has grown into a global leader in industrial 3D printing, serving clients like NASA, Noki...

This conversation explores the journey of Walker Manufacturing, a family-owned business in the lawn care industry, highlighting its evolution, leadership transitions, and the impact of technology on manufacturing processes. The discussion emphasizes the importance of innovation, customer feedback, and the balance between automation and human skills in maintaining a competitive edge. The speaker sh...