hollyw, Author at Winston Manufacturing

Would You Benefit from Sub-Contract Manufacturing?

Many OEMs face challenges that hinder production and profitability. Sub-contract manufacturing is an effective strategy for expanding production capacity. Outsourcing helps meet growing demand and improve bottom line. Consequently, it allows businesses to grow without increasing overhead or tying up in-house assets. The decision to outsource should be carefully considered. Each business involves unique conditions …

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Aluminum and Steel Tariffs Could Mean Supply Issues

Manufacturing, Metal Fabrication / By hollyw

Tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada, Mexico, and the European Union (EU) went into effect in June, 2018. National security investigations of steel and aluminum imports were cited as the impetus for imposing tariffs of 25 percent on steel and ten percent on aluminum. Early in 2018 the Department of Commerce recommended tariffs, …

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Celebrate National Welding Month

News / By hollyw

The American Welding Society (AWS) declared April “National Welding Month.” The purpose is to recognize and appreciate the impact welders have on our daily lives. Skilled welders build the structures and products that fuel the economy. National Welding Month provides an opportunity to “spotlight welders’ past, present and future through education, mentorship and recognition.” It …

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Automated manufacturing – Science Fiction to Reality

Metal Fabrication, News / By hollyw

Ever since we heard Captain Picard utter “Tea. Earl Grey. Hot,” to a portal and then sip from his cup, we’ve been enthralled with machines that create something out of nothing. A replicator that can create hot tea out of thin air is probably a few centuries away (though the Keurig is close). But machines …

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Kentucky Positioned to Grow as a Manufacturing Hub

Manufacturing, News / By hollyw

Big things are happening in Kentucky manufacturing. According to the Kentucky Association of Manufacturers, more than $360 million were invested in manufacturing during 2017. Jack Mazurak, Communications Director of the State Cabinet for Economic Development, reported that manufacturers look for locations with affordable living, plentiful labor, and existing aerospace and automotive industries. The state’s pro-business …

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Winston Manufacturing Welcomes Stephanie Kharizanova

News / By hollyw

Winston Manufacturing welcomes Stephanie Kharizanova to our team. As Regional Sales Manager, she’s tasked with increasing contract manufacturing and prototyping business. “Stephanie’s experience in sales and her network of clients is a great asset to Winston as we continue to grow our client base,” said Dale Stevenson, General Manager of Winston Manufacturing. Stephanie has a …

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Reduce Costs and Keep Manufacturing in the USA

Manufacturing / By hollyw

Many US businesses have opted to move production to countries with abundant cheap labor, to reduce costs and improve their bottom line. But this tactic has consequences. These include a long-term drag on the domestic economy, and negative effects for companies offshoring jobs. For example, American companies that moved manufacturing overseas while keeping engineering functions …

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The KFC Connection

Metal Fabrication / By hollyw

The Solution that Helped Build a Brand Winston Industries’ long history with KFC began in the 1960s. Our founder Winston Shelton left General Electric to form a new prototyping business. Meanwhile, he was recruited to improve upon a pressure fryer – a project that would set the course for Kentucky Fried Chicken to become a …

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Four Things to Look for in a Metal Fabrication Supplier

Metal Fabrication / By hollyw

When looking for a production partner, finding the right metal fabrication supplier is crucial. If your supplier is unqualified or mismatched with your metal fabricating needs, it could cost you in terms of product issues, delivery problems, or unforeseen expense. Let’s look at four critical things to consider in when evaluating a metal fabrication supplier. …

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The Winston Difference in Handling Large Production Runs