In a time when labor shortages, inflation pressures, and increasing competition for skilled talent continue to challenge heat treat companies, having accurate workforce compensation data has never been more important. That is why the Metal Treating Institute (MTI) is encouraging all Member... Continue Reading
It's important for leaders to have an idea of what they're dealing with and know when to step in. 5 Types of Workplace Conflicts Cross-cultural misunderstandings or differences People feeling slighted Bosses overlooking inequity Bad news…breeding bad behavior Competition against... Continue Reading
In every industry, there are moments when business leaders feel like they are driving through fog. Orders fluctuate. Customers slow down. Hiring becomes uncertain. Capital spending gets delayed. Anxiety rises because no one is fully sure what is coming next. Click the video to the right to see a... Continue Reading
For commercial heat treaters, time is everything. Every day, heat treat facilities are balancing incoming workloads, furnace schedules, customer deadlines, quality requirements, certifications, labor shortages, and operational efficiencies…all while trying to move parts through the... Continue Reading
In a world obsessed with speed, true leadership strength lies in knowing when to slow down. By applying pace with intention, leaders can reduce risk, improve clarity, and achieve lasting growth. We often see speed celebrated as a hallmark of strong leadership in business. Decisiveness and... Continue Reading
In today’s labor market, one of the biggest challenges manufacturers face is not just finding applicants, it is finding applicants who truly understand the opportunity in front of them. Too often, companies interview candidates who walk in with outdated perceptions about manufacturing,... Continue Reading
As the manufacturing industry moves deeper into a decade defined by uncertainty, rapid technological advancement, labor shortages, demographic shifts, and changing global markets, one thing has become increasingly clear: Companies that make decisions based on accurate data and... Continue Reading
The future of manufacturing is accelerating faster than ever before, and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most important years of the decade for heat treaters, suppliers, OEMs, and manufacturing leaders preparing for the road to 2030. That’s why now is the time to secure your place... Continue Reading
The Metal Treating Institute continues to position its Members for long-term success through innovation and forward-thinking leadership. At MTI’s recent AI Task Force meeting, more than 10 leading heat treat companies and supplier partners came together to collaborate on one of the... Continue Reading
Strong reliability cultures are built through ownership, audits, and disciplined follow-through, not slogans or training alone. Most plants do not have a knowledge problem. They have an execution problem. They know how to build a planning process. They know how to run a weekly schedule.... Continue Reading
I was standing at a hotel coffee station last month, holding a tiny porcelain creamer shaped like a cow, when a stranger walked up next to me and said: “Hello.” My brain went completely blank. I couldn’t even summon a “how about this weather?” level of reply. If... Continue Reading
There's a pattern of inefficiencies and mistakes that make an already difficult search significantly harder. Where to Start Treat workforce training as a strategic investment rather than a secondary concern. Modernize job listings regularly. Streamline interview... Continue Reading
