October 2013 TDMAW Surgeons of Steel by Tool Die, Machining Association of Wisconsin

SURGEONS of STEEL

In this issue... Legislative Update: Workers Compensation Changes Being Discussed in Madison Technology Best Practice and Industry Standards Focus on Federated: Affordable Care Act

October 2013 - Volume 7; Issue 10

2013 Buying EXPO November 5th Keynote speaker:

Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Park Place 4:00-8:00 p.m. See inside for more information

President’s Letter

TDMAW excels at the 13TH Biennial Wisconsin Manufacturing & Technology Show

am so proud and humbled by the united t e a m w o r k displayed by so many members, partners, sponsors and the Wisconsin Apprenticeship Board at the Wisconsin Manufacturing & Technology Show (WMTS) at State Fair Park on October 8, 9 and 10. Sharing the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp (WEDC) booth built a strong bridge between our organizations. This will be great assistance to each of us as we individually and collectively try to attract new business to this region of the state. The visibility of this booth was a vital tool to our goal of attracting new members and new beneficial sponsors and advertisers. I feel extremely confident in saying that we will experience growth in all of these important areas. As a WMTS Manufacturing Labor Initiative Sponsor, we were also able to interact with area students and faculty during Student Day. Pointing out the positive career paths offered by manufacturing will hopefully lead to growing our future workforce and allow Wisconsin to be the #1 Manufacturing State in the United States for decades to come. Lastly, regarding our WMTS participation, the new ad hoc women’s committee, empoWer, was well received, collecting about 40 signatures from women at the Show that want to become involved and encourage women to pursue careers in manufacturing. (See the empoWer article in this edition of Surgeon’s of Steel).

Working to close the Skills Gap

Our latest ad hoc effort, uniting with workforce development boards, technical colleges and area non-profit employment agencies (like GPS and Milwaukee Job Corps), was launched with a roundtable discussion on October 9th. The goal of this initial meeting was to determine common interests that would assist member companies in finding, educating

and/or retain workers; possibilities of this initiative include providing or developing financial solutions or grants. I am proud to say it was a major success. The following organizations were represented: • DW Development – WI Fast Forward • Gateway Technical College • GPS Education Partners (formerly Second Chance) • MATC • Milwaukee Area Workforce Investment Board • Milwaukee Job Corps Center • Waukesha County Technical College • WOW Workforce Development, Inc. • WRTP / BIG STEP Thank you to Doug Brockelman and Mary Wehrheim from Stanek Tool, and Jen Marti from Busch Precision, for their participation and providing a member perspective. Thanks also to Gary Swick from Swick Technologies, for a TDMAW Partner perspective. Based on the positive feedback of this group, we will help organize these valuable resources in 2014 and report progress to members.

2013-14 Kick-Off Member Meeting on October 8th was truly a “Perfect 10.”

• W e welcomed three new members and presented their membership plaques: -The Kinetic Company: Ken Coombs and John Sobocinski - Riverstone Machining: Beau Lane -Southwest Metal Finishing: Nicole Busalacchi and Tom Gray • A great “tailgate” buffet and lively networking with one hundred attendees (room capacity) • Presentation by Author Karin Lindner about her book “How Can We Make Manufacturing Sexy?” Keynote speaker, Wayne Larrivee was insightful in his presentation: How to be a Winner. When he fully turned his attention to the Green Bay Packers “Packer Nation” came alive so he answered 15 minutes of overtime questions. His “Dagger” closing phrase definitely made the event a 100% success.

TDMAW Buying Expo, Tuesday, November 5th- Appetizers and Prize drawings throughout the event

• Investigate the products and services that can enhance your business as presented by other TDMAW members, partners, sponsors and communityfriendly organizations. • New earlier start time: 4pm – Arrive before 5pm and get an extra raffle ticket • Bring a food donation and get an extra raffle ticket (see details below and later in this issue) • Meet and network with other members • 50/50 raffle to support TDMAW scholarships • Bring your Purchasing Agent, Plant Manager and other key employees • Prospective TDMAW members are invited as our guest, register your guests soon!

As if you need further encouragement to attend, we are pleased to host a keynote presentation by Milwaukee Sheriff David Clarke . . . We need your support!

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin

In addition to taking an opportunity to learn and share with each other at the November 5th Buying Expo. . . I am asking each person to join me in a TDMAW community service project to help the hungry in our community by bringing non-perishable food items to this event. Please promote this effort at your companies, as well as your family and friends. If you cannot attend, please drop your food items off at Busch Precision (8200 N. Faulkner Road, Milwaukee). Cash or check donations can be sent to Feeding America or done online, for more information visit www.feedingamericawi.org. This is the least we can do in appreciation for the success and many blessings our association has received in 2013. Thank you in advance for your kindness. It is such an honor to serve as your President.

– Michael A. Mallwitz, President

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n 2011, following years of significant donations to area technical colleges and the BotsIQ Wisconsin program, the Board of Directors set a goal to rebuild the TDMAW treasury. The Reserve minimum was set at eight to twelve month’s operating expenses, to be reached within five years. To accomplish this goal, an aggressive 20% minimum growth in Retained Earnings was added to the annual budget. -We are pleased to report that we on target to reach this goal. Members interested in receiving TDMAW quarterly financial report updates, contact the TDMAW Headquarters. Contact information, see page 19.

Tool, Die & Machining Association of Wisconsin

2013 Buying EXPO

Tuesday, November 5, 2013 Hilton Garden Inn

Milwaukee Park Place | Milwaukee

TDMAW Buying Expo

To Serve and Protect… Our Valued Members, Partners, Sponsors!

Keynote by Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke Event Schedule 4:00pm

Expo Open/Networking/Hors d’oeuvres

6:00pm

Dinner

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7:00pm Keynote Address — David Clarke, Milwaukee County Sheriff Final Door Prize Drawings*

8:15-8:30pm Adjourn

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Pre-qualified, prospective members – So bring friends (Limit one person per company)

TDMAW member Purchasing Agents (Limit 2 per Company) Bring a non-perishable food item for FEEDING AMERICA and receive a raffle ticket! Arrive before 5pm and receive a bonus door prize ticket! *Door prize drawings throughout the Expo Arrive early to extend your networking and enjoy Hors d’oeuvres

Visit TDMAW.org for registration details or Email toolmaker@TDMAW.org or call 262.532.2440 to register today.

Wisconsin’s Dream it. Do it. Is Seeking Manufacturing Ambassadors. The DIDI message is to increase manufacturing awareness and, with support from Ambassadors, encourage technical careers. To learn more or to sign your company up to become a Manufacturing Ambassador, contact Jana Heinzelmann at WOW Workforce Development, Inc., jheinzelmann3@wctc.edu or 262.695.6222, www.DreamItDoItWI.com.

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Special Thanks to our Exhibitors –committed to date: Alro Specialty Metals Busch Precision

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TDMAW Charter Fishing outing a success

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The BotsIQ Robotic Education Program is inspiring students and preparing them for The BotsIQ Robotic Education is inspiring students and preparin real world jobs. Program This project-based education them for real world jobs. This project-based education challenges challenges our youth and exposes them to our you and exposes them to advanced manufacturing careers. advanced manufacturing careers.

n September 10, 2013, TDMAW members and sponsors enjoyed a day of charter fishing on Lake Michigan, with Reel Sensations fishing guide. This rain-date outing, Saturday, November 16 Saturday, November 16, 2013 due to the cancellation of the fishing portion of the TDMAW 10:00 AM June Outing, fell on a beautiful Wisconsin fall day. 10:00 AMAuditorium (2151 N. Main St., West Bend) Moraine Park AMTC

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2014 National Economic Outlook for Manufacturers and Wholesalers Webinar Thursday, November 7, 2013 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time Topics to be discussed: • Pace of recovery • Jobs/unemployment • Housing markets • Interest rates • Inflation • Economic risk factors PNC Chief Economist Stuart Hoffman provides an economic update for U.S. manufacturers and wholesalers. The outlook will be comprehensive in nature, but will also describe regional trends and how to access detailed regional data. Mr. Hoffman is senior vice president and chief economist for The PNC Financial Services Group and serves as the principal spokesperson on all economic issues for PNC. He has been named one of the top forecasters in the Wall Street Journal economic survey covering the 1988 to 2009 period. He is frequently quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and Barron’s. In addition, he is a regular guest on CNBC, Bloomberg TV and The Wall Street Journal Radio Report. He is regularly interviewed by the Associated Press and Reuter’s news wire services. To register for this free event go to http://www.pncwebinars. com/1107/flyer.

TDMAW 2014 Proposed Board of Directors Slate Doug Brockelman

FREE Lunch & Learn Geared for Manufacturer Owners 2013 Tax & Financial Updates Exclusively for Members of the TDMAW & the Granville BID

Tuesday, November 12th ~ 11:30 – 1:00 Busch Precision 8200 N Faulkner Road, Milwaukee

ENTER TO WIN! $25 Amazon Gift Card Please RSVP to Heather.Nill@wellsfargo.com; 414-530-1925 Lunch is on us! Learn more about: Tax Updates Every Manufacturer Owner Needs to Know: • Federal – New Income Tax Brackets and Rates for 2013 • Federal – Affordable Healthcare Taxes • State Credit for Manufacturers’ Income • Federal and State – Research and Development Credits Financial Updates: • Learn What Banks Look for When You Need a Loan • Discuss and Understand Additional Analysis Beyond Cash Flow like Liquidity, Activity and Leverage Ratios • Learn How a Bank Reviews Historical Trends and What it Will Tell You as an Owner Presented by Proud Supporters of the TDMAW :

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Steve Latus Journeymen Tool & Technologies, Inc.

Dan Hau & Kevin Hablewitz, CPAs

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Heather Nill & Joe Alivo, Business Banking

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United Milwaukee Scrap, LLC Merges with Schulz’s Recycling, Inc.

ilwaukee, Wis. - October 2, 2013 -- United Milwaukee Scrap, LLC (UMS) announced today that it has merged its operations with Schulz’s Recycling, Inc. of Merrill, Wis., creating a new company with eight locations across Wisconsin, with additional offices in Minneapolis and Boston. In addition to the expanded geographic footprint provided by the merger, the combination of the two firms broadens the availability of resources for both company’s customers. Jeff Isroff, the current president of Schulz’s Recycling, will assume the role of CEO for the combined company. The two companies will retain the name of their respective businesses. “We believe this merger provides us with an extraordinary opportunity to better serve the expanding needs of our customers and provide further opportunity to our employees,” said Isroff. “I am looking forward to working with all three of UMS’s current principals: Art Arnstein, Steve Lewinsky, and Rick Mechanic. This new, larger organization will allow us to attract new talent, broaden our products/commodities, and expand our geographical reach.” Stout Risius Ross Advisors, LLC (SRRA) led by Vince Pappalardo served as exclusive financial advisor to UMS in connection with this transaction. About United Milwaukee Scrap, LLC United Milwaukee Scrap (UMS) serves the recycling needs of industrial scrap metal generators and consumers across the U.S. including manufacturers, contractors, scrap yard dealers, and the general public. The company has six locations throughout Milwaukee, with offices in Minneapolis and Boston. UMS provides superior customer service, fast and flexible payment terms, and innovative cutting-edge processes that help us to provide our customers with some of the best value for their scrap available. For more information, visit www.umswi.com. About Schulz’s Recycling, Inc. Schulz’s Recycling is a Merrill, Wis. based ferrous and nonferrous scrap processor with a second yard in Wausau, Wis. Steve

and Dan Schulz will remain as shareholders after the transaction. Schulz’s operates on approximately 20 acres with three buildings and employs approximately 23 full time employees. For more information, visit: www.schulzsrecycling.com. About Stout Risius Ross, Inc. SRR is an independent, financial advisory firm specializing in Investment Banking, Valuation & Financial Opinions, and Dispute Advisory & Forensic Services serving Fortune 500 corporations to privately held companies in numerous industries around the world. SRR is a trade name for Stout Risius Ross, Inc. and Stout Risius Ross Advisors, LLC, a FINRA registered brokerdealer and SIPC member firm. For more information, visit: www. SRR.com.

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TDMAW Updates, News and More The TDMAW is now accepting applications for the Edward L. Simeth Scholarship, which awards up to $500 per semester for students currently enrolled in a Machine Tool Operations Program or Tool & Die Program at any accredited Wisconsin technical college. For more information, contact the TDMAW Headquarters at 262-532-2440 or toolmaker@tdmaw.org. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2014.

Update: Riverstone Machining LLC has a new web address: www.riverstonemachining .com. Please update your roster.

Announcing TDMAW’s Newest Sponsors Nalani Services, Inc. Contact: Deeatra Kajfosz, deeatra@nalaniservices.com Schenck M & A Solutions Contact: Corey Vanderpoel, Corey.vanderpoel@schencksc.com Town Bank Contact: Keith Baisden , kbaisden@townbank.us

TDMAW Membership Applications Applications for membership have been received from two following candidates. In accordance with the TDMAW bylaws (Article II – Membership Section 5) … all current members will be notified in writing and given 30 days to submit written objection. Below is information about our current applicants: DMG Design, Colgate, WI Owner: David Gross Years in business: 15 Number of employees: 0 Referral: Internet Plastic & Die Cast Injection Mold Design 3D Modeling 35 Years of Experience in Mold Building & Design Kettle Moraine Coatings, Jackson Owner: John Heyer Years in business: 38 Number of employees: 50 Web site: www.kettlemorainecoatings.com Referred by: Randy Weber, Mary Wehrheim and MikeMallwitz Metal finishing, Powder painting, Fluid bed coating, Hot dip plastics/coatings Deadline for objection: November 15, 2013 (Members received an email announcement regarding these candidates earlier this month.)

Welcome TDMAW New Member Howard G. Hinz Company 9930 S. Franklin Drive, Franklin, WI 53132 414-421-8890 www.hinzcompany .com Main Contact: Michael Foster Owner: David Hinz Number of Employees: 26 Members, please update your 2013 Member Roster

TDMAW is hosting two student tours this month in conjunction with October is Manufacturing Month: •B radley Technology & Trade High School - Superior Die Set Corporation in Oak Creek on October 17 •S chool of Career and Technical Education - Matzel Manufacturing in Milwaukee on October 29 Approximately 30 students from each school will be touring a TDMAW member shop, with the hope of exciting the students about career opportunities in the manufacturing industry. In addition to the MPS students, MPS Guidance Councilors, WI Legislators and members of the press are invited to attend. TDMAW looks forward to helping students connect what they are learning in their classrooms with the possibility of family-sustaining jobs in manufacturing. If you are interested in hosting a student tour, please contact TDMAW Headquarters at toolmaker@tdmaw.org.

Wisconsin Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit

isconsin is well known for our manufacturing leadership. And because innovations in this industry continue to create a competitive advantage for our state, we provide specific incentives to manufacturers to maximize their production here. Chief among them is the Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit, which virtually eliminates the tax on income from manufacturing activity in the state. How It Works The manufacturing and agriculture tax credit is available to individuals and entities for taxable years that begin on or after January 1, 2013, for manufacturing and agricultural activities in Wisconsin. The tax credit is available for income derived from manufacturing or agricultural property located in Wisconsin and will offset a significant share of Wisconsin income taxes. The credit is a percentage of “eligible qualified production activities income.” It is being phased in as follows: • Tax year 2013 = 1.875% • Tax year 2014 = 3.75% • Tax year 2015 = 5.526% • Tax year 2016 = 7.5%

For a corporation, eligible qualified production activities income is the lesser of: • eligible qualified production activities income, • income apportioned to Wisconsin, or

• income taxable to Wisconsin as determined by combined reporting law, if the corporation is a member of a Wisconsin combined group. The amount of credit not entirely offset against Wisconsin income or franchise taxes may be carried forward and credited against Wisconsin income or franchise taxes due for up to 15 years. Claiming the Credit The schedule to be used to claim the Wisconsin Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit is available on the Wisconsin Department of Revenue website. For more information about the Wisconsin Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit, contact the Wisconsin Department of Revenue at 608.266.2772 or corp@revenue.wi.gov

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TDMAW Tools to Succeed

MSC / TDMAW Tools to Succeed Awards Program

US Bank will provide special financing offers to TDMAW members only! TDMAW Tools to Succeed winner: Robert J. Sheehan II, 4th semester Tool and Die student at W.C.T.C.

he Tools to Succeed program awards deserving students with Kennedy 11-Drawer steel toolboxes. Toolboxes are given to SE Wisconsin area technical colleges Technical Education Departments. Instructors at these colleges identify and award the toolboxes to their most deserving students on behalf of MSC Industrial Supply Company and the Tool, Die & Machining Association of WI.

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Legislative Update Article

Workers Compensation Changes Being Discussed in Madison

o r k e r s Compensation: Currently the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Advisory Council is near the end of its’ two year review of the Worker’s Compensation (WC) Chet Gerlach system and we expect to see some significant recommendations coming from the Council later this year. Council membership is comprised of five voting representatives from organized labor; five voting management representatives; three nonvoting representatives from the insurance industry; and one representative from the Department of Workforce Development (DWD). In addition, representatives from the medical community and the Legislature also serve on the council in an advisory capacity.

TDMAW Legislative Committee members and guests meet with WI State Rep, Dan Knodl,at Toolcraft, to discuss workers compensation. L-R: TDMAW President Mike Mallwitz of Busch Precision, Kathy Pfannerstill of Toolcraft, Lynn Mahuta of Mahuta Tool, Howard Taylor of HT Machine, Chris Pfannerstill, of Toolcraft, WI Representative Dan Knodl, Mike Retzer of Strohwig Industries, Chet Gerlach TDMAW Lobbyist, and Mary Wehrheim of Stanek Tool. Not Pictured: WI Senator Glenn Grothman.

surrounding states that offer policies with deductibles to encourage safety and reduce cost. Both Senator Grothman and Representative Knodl agreed to take these ideas back to the Council for further review.

Specifically, TDMAW Legislative Committee members raised concerns regarding the cost of WC insurance and questioned the reasoning behind paying “usual and customary” reimbursement to providers. In addition, the committee also suggested that the Advisory Council consider following

WMC Business Luncheon kicks off Wisconsin Manufacturing month. Members of the TDMAW legislative committee, Lynn Mahuta and Mary Wehrheim, recently attended the WMC Business Luncheon in Madison at which Governor Scott Walker was the featured

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Recently the TDMAW Legislative Committee met with Council members, Senator Glenn Grothman (West Bend) and Representative Dan Knodl (Germantown) to discuss concerns that have been raised by TDMAW members. While all agreed that the system was one of the best in the country, there was also agreement that changes were in order and likely to be included in any legislation to be introduced later in the year.

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We want to express our thanks to both Senator Grothman and Representative Knodl for taking the time to meet with us.

speaker. The second annual event served as a kick-off to Manufacturing Month in Wisconsin and the Governor took the opportunity to highlight improvements to the Wisconsin economy over the past few years. Among the many positive signs, Governor Walker highlighted the point that since the beginning of this year, over 11,000 new businesses were created in Wisconsin. Kurt Bauer, President of WMC, noted that WMC’s most recent membership survey showed that 94 percent of the state’s job creators believe Wisconsin is heading in the right direction. Bauer said he was confident in saying that “the state of Wisconsin business is strong and getting stronger.”

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Federated Insurance Offers Health Reform Solution For Small Employers

ederated Insurance, your association’s recommended insurance carrier, has developed a strategy for small employer accounts (50 or fewer employees) to change their plan year and renew their coverage on December 1, 2013, deferring the impact of many portions of the ACA until December 1, 2014 versus January 1, 2014. Each Federated client will have the option to either change their plan year to 12/1/13 or remain on their current plan year. Electing to change their plan year to begin on December 1, 2013 will allow employers to take advantage of lower premium rates, retaining their current plan design, and possibly delaying the application of nondiscrimination rules. If you are not currently a Federated Insurance client, please consider taking advantage of this opportunity to explore your association’s recommended group health program. Federated has been a loyal supporter of our association and a trusted business partner to many of our members for years. They are here to offer you the professional counsel and innovative services that will help you navigate these uncertain times. If you are a Federated Insurance client, please expect to hear from your local Federated Insurance Marketing Representative regarding this and other health care reform solutions.

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mpower , a new TDMAW Ad Hoc Committee, is a group of exciting individuals looking to expand the presence of women in and around the manufacturing sector. The vision for this group started last summer with a couple of TDMAW directors. Following, a focus group of women was formed to explore the possibilities. In early October, we had the opportunity to show our presence at two events: The Granville Chamber of Commerce luncheon and through a booth at the WI Manufacturers & Technology Show (WMTS) at State Fair Park. Listening to our peers at the WMTS, we gained even more insightful knowledge that will propel us forward. For example, the two biggest responses we received were needs for networking and mentoring; here’s why: • Each day, a significant part of doing business is not only what you know, but who you know. The ability to connect to different businesses and strategic partners across the industry can only better our organizations. • Mentoring in our industry can lead to unparalleled growth, both personally and professionally. Mentoring is both rewarding for the mentor and the mentee; both can see the shared potential of opportunities. Watch for our official launch in early 2014. We look forward to working with TDMAW members, as well as other organizations, so women can contribute its fair share into the workforce. Here’s to growth and prosperity for many years to come!

DMAW was proud to exhibit at the Wisconsin Manufacturing and Technology Show (WMTS), at WI State Fair Park, on October 8-10. Our association shared a booth with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), who has launched a new marketing campaign, promoting Wisconsin tier I, II and III manufacturers, outside WI borders. This marketing campaign is called In Wisconsin. Learn more by visiting: www.inwisconsin.org. Once on the In Wisconsin web site, be sure to look at the “Wisconsin Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit” section at the bottom of the home page, to see if you qualify for this tax credit for products made or grown in Wisconsin! Watch for our new sponsors and members, fruit of the booth.

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Technology Best Practice and Industry Standards SUBMITTED BY SWICK TECHNOLOIGES, TDMAW GROUP BUYING PARTNER

hy is this important? Over the years I have worked at a couple of different companies and have found that when they deliver services or products to their customers, they have quality control standards to make sure the product is delivered consistently every time. You can turn to your own shop floor to see this in action.

However, what we see at our customers in their front office Information Technology Infrastructure is a collection of different computer systems and devices implemented quickly to solve a single problem at the time. As technology changes, the systems are installed and everyone hopes the new equipment will communicate with the other older systems. In Information Technology, consistency in implementation is the key to having everyone work together. With IT Standards, the configuration is created to make the most out of latest technology and have it interface properly with existing technology. When new technology is developed, best practices are determined by the various vendors to make sure you get the most out of their product offerings. Why re-invent the wheel? Other professionals have tested and proved the concepts you want to implement and know which way is going to provide the long term ease of use you are looking for.

Another benefit to standards upon implementation is work sharing and staff mobility. If everyone is using the same version of Word or Excel, files can be easily shared between staff to help with workloads. Also, if the PCs are configured with the same standard software and printers, should a PC fail,

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that staff member can move to another station and be productive without additional re-training. Less downtime is good for productivity in the front office as well the shop floor.

Also, by following Technology Best Practices and Industry Standards, you get the right tools for the job at hand. Remember a screwdriver is not a hammer, a PC is not a Server and a network hub is not a network switch. Each device was designed for a specific purpose, and using the correct device in your network design will insure years of trouble free operation and will consistently help reduce IT Labor costs. At Swick Technologies we have company standards on how to implement IT Infrastructure. These are developed using information from the following sources, plus our 30 years of experience supporting business networks of many different sizes. Your company should develop documented network standards for your Information Technology. This will make your new system purchases easier because any new system should coordinate with the existing standards. This list is not everyone out there: • Microsoft Best Practices; on their website, every product has a set of instructions for best practices in deployment, configuration, operation and maintenance. When researching products to implement at your business, consulting this information will help you determine the best way to get the most out of your purchase. • Dell; when purchasing equipment, there are a number of ‘recommended’ options Dell will present during the configuration. For most implementations,

the recommendations should be taken. Dell also has white papers for helping design solutions to meet your business needs. • TechRepublic.com; this website has numerous articles, newsletters, reviews, and information provided by other IT industry experts. The information can be overwhelming so I suggest you consult an IT professional to do that research for you. I personally like the articles talking about the future trends in IT to see what is on the horizon that our customers can use to improve their business. Information Technology is extremely complex and ever changing. Your systems, hardware, software, servers and documentation must effectively interact inside and outside your organization. Having certified professionals manage the technology you rely on to operate your business is one way to provide Technology Best Practices and Industry Standards. Doing so will save you support labor dollars and provide consistency in software and hardware deployments. If your information technology infrastructure isn’t consistent, how can your products or services be?

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TDMAW Partners & Sponsors! SPONSORS ApTex Waukesha Industrial Peter Delany ~ (262) 970-4833 ~ www.aptex.biz Bell-Well Sales Co. Tom Schoenecker ~ (262) 781-3670 ~ www.bellwellsales.com Busch Precision, Inc. Micheal Mallwitz ~ (414) 362-7305 ~ www.buschprecision.com Carmex Precision Tools Jeff Dei ~ (262) 628-5030 ~ www.carmexusa.com Cincinnati Tool Steel Co. Ronald Cincinnati ~ (800) 435-0717 ~ www.cintool.com Citizens Bank of Mukwonago John Schmitz ~ (262) 548-0208 ~ www.citizenbank.com The Dickman Company, Inc./CORFAC International Dave Hazenfield ~ (414) 271-6100 ~ www.dickmanrealestate.com Federated Insurance Brock Martinez ~(920) 299-0010 ~ www.federatedinsurance.com Fox Valley Metrology Kit Krabel ~ (920) 426-5894 ~ www.foxvalleymetrology.com Haas Factory Outlet —Milwaukee Wally Mulvaney ~ (262) 373-5050 ~ www.hfomilwaukee.com Midwest Forman Metal Co. Marty Forman ~ (414) 351-5990 ~ www.midwestformanrecycling.com

PARTNERS Bank—Equipment Loans US Bank ~ Charles Starck ~ (920) 791-9089 ~ www.usbank.com Computer Services for Business Swick Technologies Gary Swick ~ (414) 257-9266 ~ www.swicktech.com Cutting Tools Midwest Cutting Tool, Inc. - Waukesha Ronald Abts ~ (262) 896-0883 ~ www.midwestcuttingtools.com EDM Services K L H Industries, Inc. - Germantown Ken Heins ~ (262) 253-4990 ~ www.klhindustries.com Heat Treating Therm-Tech of Waukesha, Inc. Mary (Beth) Springer ~ (262) 549-1878 ~ www.thermtech.net Insurance—P&C, Health & Workers Comp Federated Insurance Visit www.federatedinsurance.com for the nearest agent Steel Supplier Alro Specialty Metals - Wauwatosa Inside Sales ~ (800) 365-4140 ~ www.alro.com Supplies/Full Line E.L Simeth - Milwaukee Steve Simeth ~ (414)771-9270 ~ www.elsimeth.com MSC/J&L Metalworking - Pewaukee Sales ~ (262) 703-4000 ~ www.metalworking.mscdirect.com Sussex Tool & Supply - Sussex Sales ~ (262) 251-4020 ~ www.sussextool.com

Morris Midwest Walter Weigel ~ (414) 586-0450 ~ www.morrismidwest.com Nalani Services, Inc. Deeatra Kajfosz ~ (262) 293-3713 ~ www.nalaniservices.com PNC Bank Lyndsay Zwirlein ~(262) 955-5168 ~ www.pncbank.com Progressive Machinery, Inc. John Gennrich ~ (414) 577-3200 ~ www.progressivemachinerywi.com Schenck M & A Solutions Corey Vanderpoel ~ (414) 465-5607 ~ www.schencksc.com/ mergeradvisors ShopWare, Inc. Jeff Angsten ~ (847) 428-4350 ~ www.shopwareinc.com Town Bank Keith Baisden ~ (262) 432-6256 ~ www.townbank.us United Milwaukee Scrap Susan Paprcka ~ (414) 449-4410 ~ www.umswi.com Weller Machinery Mike Weller ~ (262) 523-1800 ~ www.wellerusa.com Wells Fargo Bank Heather Nill ~ (414) 530-1925 ~ www.wellsfargo.com

Community Directory: BotsIQ Wisconsin ~ Robotics Education Program Erin Gudeyonn ~ (262) 391-1028 ~ www.wi-robotics.org Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards Karen Morgan ~ Karen.morgan@dwd.wi.gov DWD/Office of Veteran Services Local Veterans Employment Rep ~ Stan Kogutkiewicz (262) 695-7790 ~ Stanley.kogutkiewicz@dwd.wisconsin.gov GPS Education Partners -formerly 2nd Chance Partners for Education Eric Decker ~ (262) 695-6206 ~ www.GPSed.org Junior Achievement ~Katie Granucci, Development Manager (414) 577-3833 ~ kgranucci@jawis.org Milwaukee Area Technical College - School of Technology Dorothy Walker ~ (414) 297-6501 ~ walkerd@matc.edu Moraine Park Technical College - Dean of School of Technology Marcia Arndt ~ (262) 335-5725 ~ marndt@morainepark.edu SkillsUSA - Laura Domer ~ (262) 698-8700 ~ lauri@skillsUSA-wi.org Waukesha Area Technical College Michael Shiels ~ (262) 691-5345 WOW Workforce Development Board Time Project Grant for On-The-Job Training Laura Sprengeler ~ (262) 695-7894 ~ lsprengeler@wctc.edu

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Leadership Our Mission Statement

2013 Board of Directors Committee Chairs President Mike Mallwitz Busch Precision, Inc. (414) 362-7305 info@buschprecision.com

Apprenticeship Committee Ken Heins KLH Industries, Inc. 262-253-4990 klhsales@klhindustries.com

Promotions Committee Lynn Mahuta Mahuta Tool Corp. 262-502-4100 Lynn@mahutatool.com

Vice President Gary Broege Metalcraft Tool & Die 262-468-4317 gary@metalcrafttoolanddie.com

Budget Committee Terry Moon Versevo, Inc. (See Board info)

Business Support Committee (Group Buying & Sponsorship) Doug Brockelman Stanek Tool Corp. 262-786-0120 dbrockelman@stanektool.com

Treasurer Terry Moon Versevo Inc. 262-369-8210 tmoon@versevo.com Secretary Steve Latus Journeymen Tool and Technologies, Inc. 414-228-8338 jrnymntool@aol.com Chairman of the Board Doug Brockelman Stanek Tool Corporation 262-786-0120 dbrockelman@stanektool.com

Insurance Committee Allen Weiss Integrity Wire EDM Inc. 262-820-3400 aweiss@integritywireedm.com Legislative Committee Kathy Pfannerstill Toolcraft Co., Inc. 262-250-7640 kpfannerstill@toolcraft.com

Scholarship Committee Steve Latus Journeymen Tool & Technologies, Inc. 414-228-8338 jrnymntool@aol.com

The Tool, Die & Machining Association in Wisconsin, chartered in 1937, was organized for the purpose of providing a forum for the independent tool, die and machine shop owners of Wisconsin to discuss mutual problems and for the exchange of ideas in business management and the technical aspects of the industry. We are also committed to educating the community, parents and students about our industry through scholarships, seminars, and the like, on the life long rewards of a career in the precision metalworking industry.

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Membership/ Programs Committee Randy Weber, DACO Precision-Tool, 262-626-6591 randy@daco-precision.com Nominations Committee TBA

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TDMAW 2013 Group Buying Expo Tuesday, November 5th 4:00-8:00 p.m.

The Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Park Place Keynote Speaker:

Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke We’re putting out an A.P.B. — Join us at the TDMAW Buying Expo and... INVESTIGATE new products and services Network with TDMAW’s MOST WANTED members LINE UP strategic business connections NAB great prizes

Bring a prospective TDMAW member as our guest, with pre-approval by the TDMAW Headquarters. Contact TDMAW Headquarters at toolmaker@TDMAW.org to register.