Vartan Akrabian purchased RJ Enterprises in 2000. The 400sq.ft. space in Gardena, Ca. came equipped with an old beat-up CNC mill and an older CNC lathe. Vartan’s father-in-law knew the…
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Astro Machine is nothing less than a Hawthorne, CA legacy. Founded in 1965 by Hughes engineers Jim Vellonakis and Bill Skintauy, Astro’s early core competency centered on space-related manufacturing. Jim’s…
What is multisensor metrology technology? Multisensor metrology combines numerous methods and capabilities to analyze and quantify part measurements using repeatable and reproducible techniques. Providing access to digital camera measurements, touch…
Founded in 1915, Santa Ana College (SAC) has long reflected its long-standing commitment to accessible education and community development. Over more than a century, SAC has evolved into a comprehensive…
Perrysburg, Ohio, USA – September 1, 2025 – IMCO Carbide Tool is launching the next iteration of POW•R•FEED cutting tools: new POW•R•FEED M935 5-flute end mills created with a revolutionary…
With half a lifetime of experience in the electronics business under his belt, Lee Emanuel knew it was time for a change, accepting a general manager’s position in an industry…
At 42 years old James Kidon of Watts Engineering is still pretty young for the trade, but he cut his teeth in machining via the old school ways. His manufacturing…
Leo Garcia was practically raised by investment casting, making a name for himself in an industry that demands skill and experience. “I started when I was 18 years old at…
Shar-Craft Inc. (SCI) has been a fixture in Bakersfield, California, since the late 60’s when they began manufacturing gaskets and distributing industrial products. They got into manual machining in the…