Parts Department

By: Justin Brouillette & Jem Freeman
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  • Summary

  • Justin Brouillette (Portland CNC) & Jem Freeman (Like Butter) discuss CNC machines, their product design and manufacturing businesses, and every kind of tool that they fancy. Show Website - https://dept.parts
    Copyright 2024 Justin Brouillette & Jem Freeman
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Episodes
  • 118 - Heavy Couch Work

    118 - Heavy Couch Work
    Nov 18 2024

    Jem and Justin cover a lot in this episode! Justin’s been working on Zapier SMS magic for show notes, while Jem dives into pricing blocks for the upcoming ThreadBoard launch. They also chat about using Easy CSV Editor and dynamic HTML configurators. Will Justin fire as Jem tunes out the BOM, and they discuss after-hours work and gift-giving—with Justin making custom gift boxes for a special carbide gift. They wrap up by comparing web chat vs. text chat, exploring custom pop-ups, and finishing their thoughts on Extreme Ownership.

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    DISCUSSED:

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    • Justin made Zapier SMS magic for show notes
    • CSV - What use this junk for!? Easy CSV Editor
    • ThreadBoard Launch Product launch accountability ThreadBoard ꘎
    • Making pricing blocks in Rhino for ThreadBoard and more products
    • Is Nack back?
    • Making HTML configurators - dynamic wall size
    • I love Cody for VS Code
    • Will Justin fire me!?!?!? Jem has stopped listening to the BOM
    • How much after hours work do you do? ꘎
    • Giftgiving - Justin making gift boxes for that special carbide gift
    • Podium SMS
    • Web chat vs text chat - direct contact experiment
    • Custom pop up for chat box
    • Labels, CSV, data merging with Dymo app - PDX CNC Video
    • Debrief field ꘎
    • Product revision tracking
    • Finishing up: Extreme Ownership
    • Leading up the chain

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    HOSTS

    Jem Freeman

    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia

    Like Butter |

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    59 mins
  • 117 - No time for tracking

    117 - No time for tracking
    Nov 12 2024
    Jem and Justin explore custom configurator development, shop equipment decisions, and tool inspection methods. They answer a bunch of listener questions, discuss transitioning from premium software to DIY solutions, debate the value of time-tracking systems, and share insights on KPI tracking for small manufacturing businesses. Side conversations cover Google Voice limitations and the merits of microscopes for tool inspection.Watch on YoutubeDISCUSSED:✍️ Send Comments on EpisodeKPIsDXF for Laser Fusion PluginOpendeskCodyKittaParts config $$$Comment to DM - KP?Hammock-ingJet 712 👎Kicked off PS2Blackhole issue, not an issue 😒Debriefing ProjectsGet a MicroscopeQuestionsjktableco - Separate phone line for the business? Whole phone or just an app to add it to your phone.jktableco - Hiring help or professionals, CPA, marketing, website, etc.debrisbrooms - What is Justin going to buy to one up Jem’s fryer? Any other non-trad tools in the shops?marc_demontigny - How much looking back at how long things actually took to CAM or cut do you do, and if you do, how do you do it?marc_demontigny - You incorporate that into future projects?CNCcut.Melbourne - Any tips to check if a used tool is sharp or blunt? Do you track tool usage in any way? - Lee---Profit First PlaylistClassic Episodes Playlist---SUPPORT THE SHOWBecome a Patreon - Get the Secret ShowReview on Apple Podcast Share with a FriendDiscuss on Show SubredditShow InfoShow WebsiteContact Jem & JustinInstagram | Tiktok | Facebook | YoutubePlease note: Show notes contains affiliate...
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    53 mins
  • 116 - Broken Blackholes

    116 - Broken Blackholes
    Oct 29 2024

    Kids causing chaos this week as Justin and Jem tackle their small businesses amongst parenting. Conundrums of product fulfilment, shipping efficiency and laser engravers.

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    DISCUSSED:

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    • Kids!
    • Product options and fulfilment
    • Shipping via courier vs in-house delivery van
    • Couriers are great!
    • Laser engraving with auto conveyor
    • Good cash week = good mood?
    • New TTT and TT options

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    Classic Episodes Playlist

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    SUPPORT THE SHOW

    • Become a Patreon - Get the Secret Show
    • Review on Apple Podcast
    • Share with a Friend

    Discuss on Show Subreddit

    Show Info

    • Show Website
    • Contact Jem & Justin
    • Instagram | Tiktok | Facebook | Youtube

    Please note: Show notes contains affiliate links.

    HOSTS

    Jem Freeman

    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia

    Like Butter | Instagram | More Links


    Justin Brouillette

    Portland, Oregon, USA

    PDX CNC | Instagram | More Links
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    37 mins

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