Gerald is a native of Denver, attended the University of Northern Colorado, served in the US Navy as a Data Systems Technician, and was the President of DSM Manufacturing from 1988 through 2003. Since 1998 he has used SolidWorks® as a 3d CAD design tool to help his clients develop, refine, and document their product innovations. The majority of the projects completed to-date have used precision sheet metal and machining technology. He has also developed products for plastic injection molding. In his career, Mr. Davis has has worked as a machine operator, business owner, and designer. He is very familiar with metal cutting lasers, CNC punching, milling, press brake operation, lathe work and stereo lithographic apparatus (SLA / SLS). He started writing the monthly column "Precision Matters" for the Fabricator® Magazine in 2002, for which the Fabricators and Manufacturing Association presented him with their "Best Technical Articles" award. His book "Wise Business Words" is based on the first 3 years of those columns. Based on his experience as a business owner, the book is written for anyone in the job shop industry who is struggling with organization, cash flow, staffing, and planning.
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