Unplanned downtime has become one of the most expensive and disruptive risks facing global manufacturers today.
Downtime now hits 6 in 10 manufacturers, draining up to $852M each week and exposing cracks in competitiveness and industrial resilience. Every week, manufacturers across the US, UK, and Germany lose hundreds of millions to disruptions that directly erode productivity, profitability, and supply chain resilience.
While disruption has always been part of manufacturing, what has changed is its scale, speed, and persistence. Yet, today, downtime is no longer a one-off event: it has become a systemic and recurring challenge, accelerating in frequency and overwhelming traditional reliability models.
Strength & Strategy: Powering America's Industrial Comeback
From tradition to transformation Sequoia Brass & Copper has stood for excellence in American manufacturing. In this episode, we sit down with Kim MacFarlane, President of Sequoia Brass & Copper, to hear the inspiring story of a family-owned company founded by her father, built on craftsmanship, trust, and a relentless commitment to quality. Kim shares how she’s guided the company through the challenges of modern industry while honoring its heritage, and how the next chapter will be carried forward by her son Kyle. This is more than a story of brass and copper; it’s about resilience, innovation, and the enduring strength of family legacy. If you’ve ever wondered how tradition can meet the demands of today’s industry hit play and be inspired.
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