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New or Used CNC Machines – Which is Better?
CNC machines, or Computer Numerical Control machines, are used in various industries for precision cutting, milling, and drilling tasks. They are an essential investment for

DCAA Compliance Strategies for Small Businesses
As a small business, it is essential that you keep your company compliant. That means keeping your finances in order and ensuring that your employees are always set up to succeed. If you are unsure of how to remain DOL and DCAA compliant, then we are here to help.

Trade school and university comparison
Modern-day universities have more in common with trade schools than most would believe. I’ll argue that Universities, to some extent, have become trade schools.
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From trade school to graduate school.
Kevin Febrey’s story is an American story where hard work turns into opportunity. He grew up in a blue collared home in Rochester, New York, where he went to a local trade school. Then, at age 16, he got his first job in a machine shop. Kevin is a mold-maker by trade and has spent years making airfoil blades that required high precision CNC machining.
From there, Kevin worked hard and gained authority in each position. In total, he has over 40 years of machining experience and 25 years in shop management. Also, he put himself through college, earning his BBA and MBA.
Kevin’s purpose for writing this blog is to share his experiences, and he hopes each post will be beneficial to others. This blog covers skilled trade tricks, basic skills, shop leadership, industry news, and much more. Suppose there is a blog topic you would like to learn more about or contribute to a blog topic—email sales@napoleonmachine.com.