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You Can’t Pay 2026 Wages With 1998 Machines

Mar 21, 2026 Brian

A lot of machine shops want to pay higher wages The problem is that the economics of older equipment make it almost impossible. When you’re running 20 to 30‑year‑old 3‑axis machines, your cost per part

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