Machine Shop and Power Automate: Part 3

NOTE: This is the last of our 3 part series on automating invoice and data entry processing with power automate.  Check out the rest to help free up time to machine! Part 1 and Part 2. Part 3: The Results of Automating Invoice Processing with Power Automate Introduction In Parts 1 and 2, we explored why and how small businesses can use Power Automate to automate invoice processing and data…

Machine Shop and Power Automate: Part 2

NOTE: This is part 2 of our 3 part series in how machine shops and other small businesses can use Microsoft Power Automate to automate and simplify paperwork.  Check out Automation Part 1 here. Part 2: How to Set Up Power Automate for Invoice Processing Introduction In Part 1, we discussed how Power Automate can simplify invoice processing for small businesses, saving time and reducing errors. Now, let’s dive into…

Machine Shop and Power Automate: Part 1

NOTE: We don’t just make cool parts with our build-to-print machine and fabrication services.  We also try to innovate.  It keeps things interesting and our employees engaged on a day-to-day basis.  We’ve put together a three part series on automating simple office tasks that helped us during employee shortages in a post COVID world.  This is just to give you a primer, if you need more detail, don’t hesitate to…

Can You Cut a Hole Through Your Waterjet Tank?

Of course you can, and sometimes you want to such as when installing the Omax LSRS or a recirculation system. But what about accidentally waterjet cutting holes in the bottom of your waterjet tank? Spoiler: Yes, it’s possible—and we learned that the hard way. Recently, we faced a tight deadline for a customer who needed holes roughed out in 12″ OD x 12″ long Inconel—a notoriously tough material. With no…