MTDCNC Podcast - Manufacturing Technology

Solid carbide means replacing the whole tool every time – and carbide is becoming really expensive. Modular changes that. You keep the body, replace only what’s needed, and still get the performance, precision, and productivity. Full episode here - https://youtu.be/3SV3L3-DbC8

Most shops focus on tool price. The real cost lies in what happens over time. In today’s podcast, Arthur Field of MTDCNC sits down with Keith Hoover of Kennametal to break down why cost per hole is the metric that actually drives profitability. There’s no complicated math – just a conversation packed with practical insights to help you reduce costs, improve performance, and make smarter tooling de...

Kennametal’s Machinist of the Year giveaway is open to machinists and operators no matter where you are in the world. With prizes across three global regions, this is your chance to get your hands on some serious tooling. Because let’s be honest… who doesn’t like more tools? Find out more, watch the full episode here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SV3L3-DbC8

Most shops don’t even realise it’s happening, and it adds up fast. Cost per hole. In this podcast, MTDCNC’s Arthur Field sits down with Kennametal’s Keith Hoover to break down why it matters, how it impacts your margins, and what’s changing on the tooling side. Full episode coming this Monday!

Liebherr’s Flex Chamfer technology allows gear manufacturers to chamfer parts using a standard end mill, with software controlling the entire process. The result is greater flexibility for job shops – especially when machining complex parts where traditional chamfer tools simply won’t fit. Full episode here - https://youtu.be/einfGYSzV6Y

The UK’s premier manufacturing event is nearly here. Why does it matter? “They're showing kit that's never been shown before in the UK.” Organised by the Manufacturing Technologies Association (MTA), MACH brings together the latest machine tools, automation technologies, and tooling innovations under one roof. With live machinery, specialist knowledge hubs, and thousands of visitors expect...

At Liebherr, flexibility has always been part of the company’s DNA. From fast changeovers to handling different gear sizes in the same factory, the goal is simple – make production easier and more efficient.

Liebherr’s Flex Chamfer technology allows gear manufacturers to chamfer parts using a standard end mill, with software controlling the entire process. The result is greater flexibility for job shops – especially when machining complex parts where traditional chamfer tools simply won’t fit. Full episode here - https://youtu.be/einfGYSzV6Y

“Their brand-new sky finishing process is shaking up the global gear industry…” Liebherr’s latest innovations are doing exactly that – from Sky Finishing to dresser-independent profile technology and Flex Chamfer. In this MTDCNC podcast, Scott Yoder of Liebherr explains how these technologies are helping manufacturers achieve greater flexibility, faster changeovers, and improved productivity in mo...

Liebherr’s new Sky Finishing process combines skiving and grinding into a single gear finishing solution. The result? Greater productivity and flexibility for manufacturers producing everything from small gears to large gears in the same facility. New episode coming Monday!

At Brown & Holmes (Derby) Ltd, everything is safety critical. From aerospace to submarines, their electronics operate in environments where you can’t just “pull over” if something goes wrong. When lives depend on performance, safety and quality aren’t priorities, they’re the foundation. Watch the full episode here - https://youtu.be/l6mIq6sDPcc

When MTDCNC’s Tom Skubala last visited Brown & Holmes (Derby) Ltd, there were four people on the shop floor. Today? Nineteen and growing fast. With in-house PCB capability, vertical storage, expanded build space and major investment backing, they’ve evolved into a safety-critical electronics partner for aerospace, naval and defence. Now they’re developing their own counter-UAV technology. Tune...

Compact and mobile with an 800-metre range, this counter-UAV system from Brown & Holmes (Derby) Ltd is designed to detect and deactivate multiple drones. The passive unit scans for drone signatures and responds instantly when one is identified. This is technology built on real defence expertise, and it’s already attracting serious interest.

“It’s the speed of turnaround… And it just opens up so many avenues for us.” Two years on at Brown & Holmes Derby, the transformation is clear — 19 employees, a new mechanical build area, and in-house PCB capability, enabling rapid design, prototyping, and testing. Full episode coming Monday!

Students get direct access to world-class brands, real career pathways, and resume-building opportunities. Educators gain practical insight into the skills, software, and machinery shaping modern manufacturing, plus the confidence to show school boards why this investment matters. Tune in for the full podcast only on MTDCNC! Full episode here - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/mtdcnc1/epis...

Returning Wednesday, September 16th is the Miles for Manufacturing 5K run along the Chicago waterfront with 600 runners and walkers coming together for one powerful cause. Every dollar raised goes straight back into STEM and manufacturing education programs across the country. Can’t host a booth? Not hiring this year? Lace up your shoes and make an impact anyway. Full episode here - https://youtu....

It’s a launchpad for thousands of students discovering high-tech, high-impact, and highly lucrative careers. In this powerful episode of the MTDCNC Podcast, Catherine Ross joins Arthur Field to explain why the IMTS 2026 Student Summit isn’t just another event. From 15,000+ students engaging hands-on with robotics and automation to real job pathways, internships, and career connections, this is whe...

“Careers in manufacturing can disrupt generations of financial struggles for families and communities.” That’s not hype. That’s real impact. This conversation dives deep into why the industry needs bold action, fresh thinking, and a complete shift in how we attract and celebrate the next generation. And if you think IMTS is just another trade show… think again. Watch the full podcast only on MTDCN...

“By design, we are special solution providers.” Star-SU customers aren’t buying off-the-shelf tools. They’re buying application expertise. And as experience declines across the industry… the answer isn’t standard products. It’s standardizing how you solve problems! Full episode here - https://youtu.be/VHwYiUWyz0A

They don’t just sell machines. They build the machines that build their tools! From carbide preforms to gun drills to gear tools – every division feeds the other. More than a supplier, Star SU is an ecosystem. Watch the full podcast only on MTDCNC. Full episode here - https://youtu.be/VHwYiUWyz0A

“They don’t just sell tools. They help the world turn, literally.” Behind every precision gear is a human story worth hearing. This is the real story behind nearly a century of family-led manufacturing at Star-SU, shared by Jeffrey Lawton on the latest MTDCNC Podcast. From generational leadership and global growth to resilience, risk-taking, and people-first values, this conversation explores what...

At Star SU, it’s more than cutting tools and gear machines. Family involvement runs deep, and it shows in every product they produce. Because they know reliability is what builds trust in this industry. New episode coming Monday!

Sodick and Bedra: partnerships like this don’t happen by accident. When Sodick identified speed as the real gap in EDM, Bedra delivered results that speak for themselves – cutting cycle times by up to 30%. No wonder it’s quickly turning into the same response from customers: “Wow.”

“Everything you touch daily has probably been through an EDM process.” From machine technology to the wire itself, Sodick is obsessed with getting more out of EDM. In this behind-the-scenes podcast, MTDCNC’s Paul Jones sits down with the Sodick Germany team to talk partnerships, performance, and why wire matters more than most shops realise. The conversation explores how wire choice, machine capab...

Most EDM machines are only using a fraction of what they’re capable of. In this podcast, the Sodick team explains why wire choice is often the missing link – and how the right wire can unlock performance that’s already built into the machine. Full episode out now - https://youtu.be/L1RUntP6WyE