51 episodes

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

Parts Department Justin Brouillette & Jem Freeman

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    • 4.5 • 8 Ratings

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

    NC my Vac Hold Down

    NC my Vac Hold Down

    Join us as we explore the tasty tests of ATC forks, pre-qualification Typeforms, and NC programs! Get ready for a new segment, "Something you love," featuring the Probe Halo. We'll also dive into augmented reality products on Shopify, like the Duct Tower example.
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    Pre-Qual TypeformATC ForksNC ProgramsNew Segment: Something you love Probe Halo - @pat_at_old_boysVivid WorksAR Products Shopify - Duct Tower Example
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    HOSTS
    Jem Freeman
    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
    Like Butter
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    Justin Brouillette
    Portland, Oregon, USA
    PDX CNC
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    • 33 min
    5-Axis Lust and GPT4 $100 Challenge

    5-Axis Lust and GPT4 $100 Challenge

    In this episode, LB catches Le Rona, plasterboard goes boom, and a new baby pallet is born. Plus, we discuss our 5-axis lust and the risk of burnout. Watch out for trolls! In GPT Corner, we explore GPT Add-to-Cart Links, GPT 4 with a $100 budget, and Textexpander. Jem is obsessed with Linear.app, and we dive into March with GPT 4's Bing summary.
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    LB is struck down by Le RonaOld plasterboard goes bang bangBaby Pallet Born5-axis lust (again)Burnout riskTrolls
    GPT Corner
    GPT Add-to-Cart LinksGPT 4 - Bing SummaryGPT 4 - $100 budgetTextexpander - Jem is obsesssssed ++++Linear.appMarch

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    HOSTS
    Jem Freeman
    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
    Like Butter
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    Justin Brouillette
    Portland, Oregon, USA
    PDX CNC
    Nack
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    • 47 min
    Brooming with Justin

    Brooming with Justin

    In this episode, we cover a range of topics including new fixturing, sales performance, digital advertising, brand guidelines, and success metrics. We also discuss the concept of fight, flight, and freeze, as well as access to Bing's Sydney AI, and an interesting new product called KittaPlanta.
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    Mother Pallet BornSeries 9 ClampsSales 📈 sortaDigital ad cliff jumpingTraffic drops off, CR up.Brand guidelines?Proof of Success (kWh) PDXNot paying for power with the LB solar systemFight, Flight and FreezeSydney ❤️ AKA Bing Chat AIKittaPlanta
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    HOSTS
    Jem Freeman
    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
    Like Butter
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    Justin Brouillette
    Portland, Oregon, USA
    PDX CNC
    Nack
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    • 41 min
    New Hire, New Robot

    New Hire, New Robot

    In this episode of Parts Department, we have new hires, robot vacuums, and how we're handling delays and power issues.
    We'll also discuss Software Corner, where we'll talk about the newest Lastpass breach. Additionally, we'll touch on some interesting details about the Pencil Sharpener & ShopSabre power problems and foamy surprises.
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    PC - We made a hireJustin's Robot Vacuum VideoNew Robot Vacuum at PDX CNC - (Amazon)Big Bad Boi - Makita Robot Vacuum (Amazon) (Zoro)LB - New hire startedFlangesWe turned off adsDelays for DaysArt frontageLastpass new massive breachPencil Sharpener Power IssuesShopSabre PowerFoamySchedule Quarterly Hangout for Patrons at ($10/$15 or above) - Join Now

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    HOSTS
    Jem Freeman
    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
    Like Butter
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    Justin Brouillette
    Portland, Oregon, USA
    PDX CNC
    Nack
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    • 37 min
    Dreams of Rod Polishing

    Dreams of Rod Polishing

    In this episode of Parts Department, we dive into the world of productivity and business tools. From the power of open book management and the importance of keeping a well-stocked pencil case, to the latest updates on Shopify and the benefits of using AI-powered tools like Autowrite. We also explore the value of ChatGPT Plus and Notion, and discuss insider lingo like "Mother Pallet" and "Rod Polishing". So grab a notepad and get ready to optimize your workflow and boost your success! Oh, Chappy, you write like a robot...
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    Mother PalletHot LapsOpen Books ✔︎Pencil CaseRod PolishingShopify AI - AutowriteShopify UpdatesChatGPT PlusNotionConversion Rate Optim
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    HOSTS
    Jem Freeman
    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
    Like Butter
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    Justin Brouillette
    Portland, Oregon, USA
    PDX CNC
    Nack
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    • 39 min
    Secret Show 2 - No Cat Palaces

    Secret Show 2 - No Cat Palaces

    In the second Secret Show of Parts Department, Justin & Jem talk about saying "No."
    Get the full episode - only $5/monthSUPPORT THE SHOW
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    HOSTS
    Jem Freeman
    Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
    Like Butter
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    Justin Brouillette
    Portland, Oregon, USA
    PDX CNC
    Nack
    More Links

    • 4 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

superbad777 ,

Inspiring

I run a very similar business to both these guys, in the same niche industry, and have followed them both on Instagram for years, so it almost feels like this is being produced just for me.

I’ve often felt like I’m all on my own out here trying to figure out what I’m doing. It’s both comforting to hear how other people are experiencing the same challenges, and inspiring to hear how they are solving them. Every episode gives me at least one idea or thing to try.

itsmrbeaumont ,

Great conversations about CNC work!

Justin and Jim are great to listen to if you’re interested in any type of CNC shop content. Looking forward to learning from them in the future episodes!

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