At Global Products and Development in Spokane, Washington, the goal is simple: get parts through the machine efficiently and consistently. But like a lot of shops, the challenge isn’t just cutting the part. It’s everything around it. Setups, handling, and making sure the process holds from one run to the next. From Job Shop to Production Global Products and Development didn’t start where they are today. What began as custom work, from early-stage product ideas sketched on napkins to full...

In 4th-axis machining, rotation gets most of the attention. But the real challenge often happens after the index —when the rotary must hold position against cutting forces. When parts are mounted far from the centerline of rotation, or when aggressive tools and deep cuts are involved, the built-in brake of a standard rotary table may not provide enough holding torque. That’s where a dedicated braking system makes the difference. At Martin Trunnion Tables , our TS1200 braking system has long...

Reducing setups is one of the fastest ways to improve throughput, accuracy, and consistency. This fixture was designed with exactly that goal in mind—combining first-operation efficiency with precise multi-axis finishing in a single, integrated system. First Operation: Four-Part Bison Chuck Plate The first operation is handled on a dedicated fixture plate designed specifically for Bison chucks . This plate allows four parts to be run simultaneously , making it an efficient and repeatable...