Engineer-to-Order Enterprise Resource Planning Expert Profiles
Michigan's Orbitform President
In the increasingly competitive world of engineer-to-order and
project-based manufacturing, companies have to operate at
maximum efficiency to compete with not only domestic, but also
the growing number of overseas competitors. The companies that
will thrive in this environment are those that are continually
looking for improvement. One such company is Encompix customer
Orbitform.
Located in Jackson, Michigan, Orbitform manufactures precision
orbital forming and impact riveting equipment for a wide range
of industries and applications. With over 20 years' industry
experience, Orbitform provides prototype engineering services
for assembly of parts and specialized forming and fastening.
>From aerospace to automotive, Orbitform's intelligent machines
can monitor and control the manufacturing and assembly process.
In the Spotlight this month is Mike Shirkey, President,
Orbitform. In this interview with The Cutting Edge Mike explains
how the machine tool industry has changed during the past two
years and highlights some of the key initiatives Orbitform has
undertaken to respond to the changing market conditions and
demands of their customers. For a complimentary copy of The
Cutting Edge contact Roger Meloy at e-mail protected from spam
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