In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, Matt from Veryable interviews Merrin Muxlow, a principal at S Industrial with deep expertise in the investment casting industry and involvement with key organizations like the Investment Casting Institute. Merrin discusses the critical role of investment casting in manufacturing, the challenges and trends facing the industry, such as reshoring, offshoring, and consolidation, and the importance of developing a robust domestic industrial base. They also address the significance of workforce development, the need for better integration of tech, and the advantages of strong trade associations. Merrin highlights the importance of early talent engagement and calls for a long-term, strategic vision to ensure U.S. industrial independence and success.
Timestamps
- 00:00 Introduction to U.S. Manufacturing Today
- 00:15 Guest Introduction: Merrin Muxlow
- 01:12 Understanding Investment Casting
- 02:28 Current Trends in the Casting Industry
- 03:37 Challenges and Opportunities in the Supply Chain
- 06:39 The Importance of Domestic Manufacturing
- 08:31 Revitalizing the Workforce
- 15:43 The Role of Trade Organizations
- 27:34 Conclusion and Call to Action
Links
- Investment Casting Institute
- Merrin on LinkedIn
- Navigating Trump 2.0
- Revitalizing US Manufacturing
- Sign Up on the Veryable Platform
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