2025 FAB 40: BTD Manufacturing sees record quote inquiries
The Fabricator
JUNE 9, 2025
Contract metal fabricator BTD has gotten a mountain of requests for quotes (RFQs) this year as supply chain managers weigh their options.
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Soft Skills Prove a Sharp Edge in Plastics Manufacturing
Modern Machine Shop
APRIL 6, 2025
He and his brother-in-law would handle machining and quoting, while his sister Nancy Rohlfs, East Coast Precision’s co-owner and treasurer, would handle marketing and accounting. All photos by Modern Machine Shop. Nancy and Mark both credit some of this growth to the shop’s location in southern Connecticut. We have Sikorsky.
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Weldable Flange Collars New Standard Line is Made from 1018 Steel
Fabricating & Metal Work
DECEMBER 7, 2024
Price quotes are available upon request. A new standard line of weldable flange collars made from 1018 steel to let users weld components instead of using fasteners has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, MA. They come in sizes ranging from 3/8 I.D.
Lifting the Veil on Machine Tool Research
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 11, 2023
You can also request a quote or save a search as a short URL to easily share it with colleagues. In any Techspex machine model listing, users can click the “RFQ” button to generate a detailed form that requests quotes from relevant machine suppliers and distributors. no fireplace, no deal).
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Requirements for Automated DFM for Injection Molding
Mold Making Technology
JANUARY 9, 2025
Typically, DFM for injection molded parts happens after the quote and can take weeks. Automated DFM is available instantly and pre-quote,” says Robbie Long, product marketing manager, injection molding, Fictiv. “Automated DFM for injection molding is an industry first.
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How Artificial Intelligence is evolving ERP for manufacturing
Manufacturer's Monthly
JUNE 12, 2025
Intelligent recommendation engines analyse past buying behaviour and unstructured customer requests to suggest optimal product configurations, reducing quoting costs by 20 per cent and speeding up sales cycles. ERP systems are much more than repositories of data and business processes. How AI Makes ERP More User-Friendly?
Quoting in the Age of AI, Tariffs and Market Shifts
Modern Machine Shop
JUNE 15, 2025
The topic of tariffs is bound to come up at any manufacturing event right now, and this is especially true at a gathering of those responsible for quoting and estimating. Paperless Parts works with metals suppliers to integrate material prices, so users can have the most up-to-date information for quotes. It's a lot safer.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation launches new online request-for-quote tool
Motion Control Tips
JULY 27, 2022
The platform provides a B2B-type experience, which provides easy to use tools to request pricing quotes for specific products. The post Mitsubishi Electric Automation launches new online request-for-quote tool appeared first on Motion Control Tips.
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How One Manufacturer Took AI to Prime Time and It Worked
Manufacturing.net
JUNE 9, 2025
This year, the stakes are higher. Dickson, Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) for Regal Rexnord , believes it’s time manufacturers start proving the value. And for Regal Rexnord, a global power transmission and motion control company with more than 50 brands, that means getting past the low hanging fruit and on to the game changers.
Ensuring the appropriate acquittal of your grant expenditure
Manufacturer's Monthly
AUGUST 4, 2024
After RSMs initial planning meeting with management, the company provides a schedule of audit document requests required for the Grant Acquittal Audit. After RSMs initial planning meeting with management, the company provides a schedule of audit document requests required for the Grant Acquittal Audit.
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Give Job Shop Digitalization a Customer Focus
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 2, 2023
” For example, Cope recommends that a job shop put in an automated request for quote (RFQ) system and then a machine monitoring system or an updated ERP system if a current system is inflexible or resistant to integration. .” Shown here are engineering interns, Darius Totah (left) and Adam Zaouague. But where to begin?
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Industrial Metaverse—Dream or Real?
Gary Mintchell
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
Yes, it seems like only yesterday I was swamped with press releases and requests for interviews about 5G. But that was yesterday, and yesterday’s gone (to quote singers Chad and Jeremy). He bet a huge amount of money. He bet a huge amount of money. In November, he laid off thousands of employees working on the project.
Resin distributor Nexeo Plastics rolling out MyNexeo e-commerce program to Europe
Plastics News
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
Live chats and quote requests also are available. In pilot sessions, customers were able to place an order in less than three minutes. There's been an amazing reaction to MyNexeo," Joost d'Hooghe said at K 2022 in Düsseldorf. It's a growth engine for us.". "If In 2022, Nexeo has had a solid year, according to d'Hooghe.
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EU countries push back against plans to cut gas demand
E&T
JULY 25, 2022
Moreover, the countries have requested that countries that have an additional supply of gas - such as Spain - be able to supply it to other member states either via LNG shipments or pipelines and obtain an exception to the rule. Member states should be free to choose the appropriate measures to reach the demand reduction,” the draft reads.
What are the key points of small injection molding machine quotation?
Min-Hui
AUGUST 5, 2024
Here are the essential considerations when requesting a quote for a small […] The post What are the key points of small injection molding machine quotation? Small injection molding machines play a crucial role in plastic manufacturing processes. By evaluating several aspects, one can make a more informed purchasing decision.
Increase Savings and Streamline Purchasing Operations with Amazon Business
Modern Machine Shop
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
Save even more with quantity discounts starting at two units, with pricing discounts up to five quantity tiers and opportunities to request special prices on even larger orders. Use Request for Quote for discounted pricing on high-volume single-SKU purchases (>$10K or >999 units), saving time on negotiations with sellers.
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Visual Search Application Instantly Locates Data Needs
Mold Making Technology
MAY 19, 2023
One primary application is quoting. As the quoting engineer opens the email to examine the request, the VizSeek visual search technology extracts the shapes in the attached files and pulls up anything in the database containing those shapes. If the part is an exact match, VizSeek ensures avoidance of duplicated work.
Paperless Parts Software Streamlines Quoting Process
Modern Machine Shop
MARCH 10, 2024
Source: Paperless Parts Paperless Parts has announced the launch of its new AI-supported quote setup workflow, which streamlines the repetitive, error-prone tasks associated with request for quote (RFQ) intake and prep work, allowing estimators to focus on high-value activities.
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Motion Controls Robotics Launches New Website, Making Automation Planning Easier for Customers!
i4.0 today
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Quick and Easy Quote Requests : The site offers a streamlined process for visitors to request a quote to get a project started or to request information on new products. Motion Controls Robotics (MCRI), a leader in robotic integration solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website.
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Xometry Europe Gives Enterprise Customers More Options To Quote And Manage Complex, High-Volume Projects
i4.0 today
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Through the dashboard, customers can request instant quotes, track the progress of their projects, manage multiple quotes, communicate with the Xometry production management and engineering support teams, get quotes for every available manufacturing technology, schedule batch orders, and more. Xometry, Inc.,
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Axiom Group Adopts New CRM System, Campfire Interactive
Mold Making Technology
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Location in Michigan ”), the Campfire Interactive CRM system will enable faster quoting processes, monthly shipping schedules for on-time product arrival and direct client communication. Campfire tracks past quotes, but more importantly it also tracks the industry’s history.
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KAAST Machine Tools Offers VF-Mill Vertical Machining Centers
Fabricating & Metal Work
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
When looking for a new machining center be sure to request a free quote from your KAAST Sales Technician to learn more about the VF-Series Mills. The best known of the VF-Series is the Alpha Center. Offering 19.7/11.8/15.75” 15.75” of travel for the X/Y/Z axis and a 25.5×12”
NEO Battery Materials designates contractor for South Korean commercial plant construction
Canadian Manufacturing
MAY 19, 2023
NEO Battery Materials Commercial Plant VANCOUVER — NEO Battery Materials has completed the request for quotation (RFQ) process, receiving three tentative quotes from local South Korean contractors.
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation launches new online search tool
Automation Mag
JUNE 30, 2022
Customers can use it to request pricing quotes for specific products. They can then submit a request for a quote through the platform for quick response by qualified sales engineers. Mitsubishi Electric Automation has launched a new online customer shopping style platform for product selection and search.
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Bay Fastening Systems is Building a Better B2B Marketplace
Fastener News Desk
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Then, when a buyer asks for bids on an order, the request for quote goes out to all the sellers that can fulfill the order, and the system automatically populates information like the seller’s price, inventory on hand and minimum order size. That quote-management system has gone through a half-dozen iterations, Eichinger says.
Fastener Pop Quiz: METRIC FASTENERS
Fastener News Desk
NOVEMBER 26, 2022
How about worrying whether or not your quoted ship date was just a sales rep’s guess? Our express freight option is available upon request. Contact our sales team if you would like to request the pricing for this freight option. Are you ready to test your knowledge of Fasteners? . EUROLINK FASTENER SUPPLY SERVICE.
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Request for Quote: US Army Seeks Industry Partner with Logistics Expertise to Disassemble and Ship Rapid Large Scale Additive Manufacturing Prototype (RLAMP) Equipment
NCMS
JUNE 21, 2023
NCMS is assisting the US Army in seeking a partner with capabilities to document, disassemble, pack, and ship large-scale additive manufacturing equipment.
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Rapid Manufacturing Providers Merge to Create Uptive Brand
Mold Making Technology
JULY 24, 2023
The customer service-oriented website offers a range of resources, including the ability to request a quote and a knowledge base library, with a focus on providing a human-touch experience and educating customers. Uptive also announces the launch of its new branding and an enhanced online presence, available at uptivemfg.com.
Cymat relases corporate update on automotive, military and architectural initiatives
Canadian Manufacturing
JUNE 30, 2023
The company is pleased to announce that after an extended period of inactivity, Cymat’s customer, Nobel Sport, recently requested a quote for a further order of 25,000 bullets for the French military. Cymat’s testing facility has now been selected with testing scheduled for early August of this year. have finally abated.
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How To Find, Bid, and Win Government Manufacturing Contracts
CMTC Manufacturing Tech
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Government contracts may be structured in any manner, but they typically fall into one of three categories: Firm-fixed-price: As the most straightforward contract structure, firm-fixed-price opportunities involve SMMs determining their price for the requested items and submitting it as their bid. Finding Government Manufacturing Contracts.
SwiftCarb Cutter Bodies Improve Performance, Repeatability
Modern Machine Shop
JULY 11, 2024
It is available in multiple grades and coatings to optimize performance based on individual material cutting requirements. The company says users can experience time savings across a spectrum of applications requiring a 180-degree radius and switch between radius sizes within the cutter bodies’ range.
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Fastener Pop Quiz: METRIC FASTENERS
Fastener News Desk
DECEMBER 21, 2022
How about worrying whether or not your quoted ship date was just a sales rep’s guess? Their express freight option is available upon request. Contact Eurolink’s sales team if you would like to request the pricing for this freight option. “HARD-TO-FIND METRIC FASTENERS…DELIVERED”. It is based on units of: A) 1.5,
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Fastener Pop Quiz: METRIC FASTENERS
Fastener News Desk
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
How about worrying whether or not your quoted ship date was just a sales rep’s guess? Our express freight option is available upon request. Contact our sales team if you would like to request the pricing for this freight option. Are you ready to test your knowledge of Fasteners? . EUROLINK FASTENER SUPPLY SERVICE.
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Fastener Pop Quiz: METRIC FASTENERS
Fastener News Desk
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
How about worrying whether or not your quoted ship date was just a sales rep’s guess? Our express freight option is available upon request. Contact our sales team if you would like to request the pricing for this freight option. EUROLINK FASTENER SUPPLY SERVICE. HARD-TO-FIND METRIC FASTENERS…DELIVERED”. Not at #EurolinkFastener!
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Fastener Pop Quiz: METRIC FASTENERS
Fastener News Desk
NOVEMBER 1, 2022
How about worrying whether or not your quoted ship date was just a sales rep’s guess? Our express freight option is available upon request. Contact our sales team if you would like to request the pricing for this freight option. EUROLINK FASTENER SUPPLY SERVICE. HARD-TO-FIND METRIC FASTENERS…DELIVERED”. Not at Eurolink Fastener!
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The challenges of boomerang projects in micro molding: a customer perspective
AU Manufacturing
MAY 25, 2023
Article by Paul Runyan, VP Sales, Accumold In the world of micro molding, where precision and efficiency are paramount, the concept of boomerang projects can present significant challenges for both customers and micro molders. Like a boomerang, it’s gonna come back First of all, let’s look in more detail at why a project may “boomerang.”
Endries International Finalist in14th Annual Constellation SuperNova Awards
Fastener News Desk
AUGUST 14, 2024
Previously, completing a 500-part quote for an RFQ took 3 days. With Infor AI, this process now takes one day, allowing us to engage with customers sooner and provide more personalized, high-quality quotes, improving win rates. Todd Fischer | VP and Corporate Information Officer, Endries International Inc.
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Walter Launches Metalworking Automation Service
Modern Machine Shop
NOVEMBER 23, 2023
These partners include renowned brands such as PushCorp, ATI Automation and Effecto (formerly Applied Robotics), and enable Walter to better support end users from beginning to end, from the quoting and conceptualization stage to the installation and optimization of the system.
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CEMATRIX announces $4.5M in new contracts
Canadian Manufacturing
MARCH 24, 2023
The Company’s sales pipeline is defined as the estimated value of projects that the Company has been approached on for a design or quote or both and/or from the quotes that have been requested as part of a infrastructure construction tender document listed on one of the construction project data bases like Construct Connect.
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Laser Cutter Champions Store Fixture Display Project
DSIMN
JUNE 3, 2021
Give us a call at 763-428-4321 or request a quote today. DSI recently manufactured a series of store fixture displays for one of our customers. The project came to us by way of a referral, a sign of quality and trust recognition in the laser cutter and sheet metal fabrication industry. We basically took up where others left off.
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Global Shop Solutions to Host ERP User Conferences
Modern Machine Shop
AUGUST 22, 2023
These will include key elements of the quote-to-cash process, designing custom business intelligence dashboards, tips and tricks to improve shop floor efficiency, taking advantage of existing Global Shop Solutions services and more. The company is hosting two separate events — one onsite and one virtual.
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Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) | June 2023
Fastener News Desk
JULY 13, 2023
Respondents pointed to increased quoting activity as the primary driver of the m/m improvement. Complete the “Request an Invitation to Participate” form by clicking here. Key Takeaway: The seasonally adjusted Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) rebounded slightly to 45.6 compared to 44.7 vs. May 40.6.
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Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) | July 2023
Fastener News Desk
AUGUST 10, 2023
Quoting activity was said to be high but conversion to actual orders was lacking: “Quoting activity is high, however orders are not matching. With quoting activity still said to be high and the FDI sales index marking a post-pandemic all-time low, perhaps we are closer to approaching a bottom for the FDI index/overall activity levels.
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Best Practices for Hitting Critical Numbers: Communication and the Shrinkage Factor
Mold Making Technology
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The problem is failing to consider, obtain and verify all the pertinent information up front to ensure the mold will produce a dimensionally, functionally and aesthetically acceptable part. ” Cutter paths are generated from the solid model, but parts are inspected to the 2D drawing. .” It’s what makes our jobs interesting.
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