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The Edge Factor

THE EDGE FACTOR is a new show that highlights both the importance and the excitement of modern manufacturing—with a particular emphasis on CNC machining. Episodes of the show document real-life manufacturing and metalworking challenges, spotlighting the technology that overcomes those challenges, as well as the people and businesses who face those challenges routinely.

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May 2012

Reality Redesigned: The Gauntlet

By: Peter Zelinski
Nine design submissions are proceeding through “The Gauntlet” in The Edge Factor’s “Reality Redesigned” contest.

March 2012

Preview: Next Edge Factor Episode

By: Peter Zelinski
Watch the teaser for The Edge Factor Show's next episode.

February 2012

The Value of Prototyping

By: Peter Zelinski
“Reality Redesigned” judge Jeremy Bout inadvertently illustrated the value of prototyping when he tried to use his 3D printed model in production.

February 2012

Innovate Faster with In-House Manufacturing

By: Peter Zelinski
"The Edge Factor's" tour of judges recently visited Cane Creek Cycling Components to discuss the company's decision to bring previously outsourced machining work back in-house.

February 2012

“Reality Redesigned” in Bike Frame Machine Shop

By: Peter Zelinski
The third stop on “The Edge Factor’s” tour for Reality Redesigned judges was a look at production. A visit to Intense Cycles in San Diego shows how bike frames are made.


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