Precision Manufacturing Then and Now: Modern Facilities, Miracles in Miniature

Michael Reader

A picture is worth a thousand words. In this case, it is two videos: One from 1947, another one from 2014.

Both videos are ageless in that they showcase the advanced technology of the day.

We invite go back in time to watch some highlights of  the movie, “What Makes a Fine Watch Fine?” and take a tour of the Hamilton Watches facilities in Pennsylvania. A wonderful snapshot of 1947 precision manufacturing. “Modern facilities, miracles in miniature.”

The full original version of this movie (22 minutes) is available to view here.

Then watch “Hybrid ( Additive and Subtractive manufacturing) machine by DMG Mori,” and be prepared to be in awe! 3D printer for metal!  A comment on YouTube summarizes it: “I’ve lived through the information revolution, and I’m pretty sure we are on the edge of a complete overhaul of how we manufacture stuff. This is amazing.”


Enjoy!