In the world of medical device manufacturing, precision is paramount. From general surgical instruments to complex endoscopic stapling devices and robotic surgical systems, the quality and accuracy of the components they are comprised of directly impacts performance, safety, and most importantly, the patient. One manufacturing technique that continues to play a crucial role in meeting […]

Design for manufacturability (DFM) is a critical aspect of precision metal components, as it directly impacts the quality, cost, and efficiency of the manufacturing process. We’re discussing four important benchmarks for exceptional DFM in precision metal forming, listing the biggest pitfalls to avoid, followed with proactive tips for DFM success. Four Important Benchmarks for Exceptional […]

Three years ago, we launched our First Step program at Hobson & Motzer, our project-based rapid precision prototyping and new product development (NPD) platform. It was a natural progression to the work we had been doing with major medical device OEMs for over a century in precision metal components. Customers in advanced industries have expressed […]

Over the past 18 months, Hobson & Motzer has significantly elevated its inspection and metrology capabilities. This runs parallel the company’s historical pattern of advancing technology by consistently adding the latest manufacturing equipment and process capabilities. In med device, the cadence of innovation and breakthroughs in device technology requires highly capable, innovative suppliers. Not only […]

A Company’s Retrospective By Hobson & Motzer Countless elements of life, work, relationships, community have been tested—literally and figuratively—these past couple of years. It’s an understatement to say that we have all been challenged, and ultimately, changed by it all. It’s well recognized that psychological flexibility and the ability to generate multiple coping strategies play […]

Let’s start by stating the obvious: collaboration, thoughtful insight, and clear communication are key factors in any project’s success and are especially vital in any new product development (NPD). These elements ensure that all stakeholders involved are informed and understand the shared vision, the timeline, and the deliverables of the project. Having a solid foundation […]

An Early Adopter Innovation is in Connecticut-based Hobson & Motzer’s DNA. Throughout the precision metal manufacturer’s 110-year history, the ability to respond to changing demands and market conditions, and to leverage evolving technologies has set it apart in the manufacturing world. “We were early adopters of jig boring, visual grinding, EDM, and wire” says company […]

Longevity in any business can be challenging. In the manufacturing world, the ability to survive—and thrive—over the long term is especially noteworthy. Manufacturing jobs have been declining since 1979 when the U.S. reached an all-time high of 19.6 million jobs. By 2019, this number was down to 12.8 million, a 35% decrease.[i] Environmental factors, automation, […]

It was the fall of 1976 and Pete Doolittle, a skinny, long-haired kid—not long out of the machining and tooling program at H.C. Wilcox Technical High School in Meriden, CT—made his way to Hobson & Motzer looking for a job. As Pete tells it, his interest in Hobson & Motzer was piqued by his tool […]

Hobson & Motzer began in 1912 as a tool and die shop aiming to fill a gap in the market for complex, high-precision tool work for local manufacturing companies. People who are familiar with us today are often surprised to learn that for our first 50 years or so, Hobson & Motzer did not offer […]

When a surgical team steps into an operating room, each member of that team has a defined purpose and role to play in the procedure at hand. There is, however, the common thread that each are dedicated completely to the care of that patient and ensuring that the best possible outcome is achieved. Of the […]