Reliance Tool & Manufacturing

08/24/2016

Chris Buescher now stands to be one of only 3 rookies to be in the NASCAR chanpionship hunt after his win at Pocono and his 5th place finish at Bristol. He has to maintain his 30th place in the point standings.

Chris Buescher spent Wednesday in Oklahoma City with partner Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores. His day included a trip to the Oklahoma City Thunder game, where he showed off his new Love's Ford Fusion and was presented with his own No. 34 Thunder jersey.

08/18/2016

This 2012 Hyper3 Roush Mustang with 540 HP will be on display at the Geneva Concours d'Elegance on August 28, along with cars of all ages and types. This car is #12 of only 25 made with the Green accent, and one of only one hundred made ever.

08/03/2016

Congratulations to Chris Buescher for his first Sprint Cup win.He is the first 2016 rookie to win a race. Reliance Tool was one of his sponsors when he won the ARCA championship driving for Roulo Bros.

07/15/2016

Gary Weldon who wrote the letter below is a third generation toolmaker from Ohio.

07/15/2016

I Don’t Want To Go To College (An Open Letter)


Gary Weldon

2 Comments
Dear Mom and Dad,
You might want to sit down before reading any further. I’m writing you this letter because I couldn’t bear to see the looks on your faces when I say what I need to. It’s about my future.
I know that you love me and only want what’s best for me. And I understand the pressures that you’re facing, considering what everyone else’s kids are doing. But you’ve always taught me that just because everyone is doing it, doesn’t mean that it’s a good idea.
So, here’s what I have to say…
I don’t want to go to college.

Photo credit: Wim Mulder via Flickr cc
Please, please don’t be mad at me! Give me a chance to explain. You see it’s not that I don’t want to keep learning. I do! It’s just that the thought of spending the next four years of my life pursuing a degree just to impress everyone seems like a waste of time – and a waste of a lot of money.
I know what you’re thinking. How am I going to be successful? What will I do? How will I earn a living? I’ve thought about all that. A lot. I’ve found that there’s another option. One that I think fits me better.
Do you remember the kinds of stuff that you guys would always get me for Christmas and birthdays? First it was the Lincoln Log set. I used to play with that for hours. And the Lego’s? Nobody could build cooler stuff than I could! Then there was the models. The classic cars, the airplanes and, my favorite, the military ships. I would spend weeks putting those intricate pieces together. I’m still proud to show those off to my friends.
Yes, I love to build things.
And that is why I’ve decided… (deep breath)
I want to be a Maker.
Yes, a Maker! That’s what they call people today who make things. You know, people who work in manufacturing. You may not realize it but the manufacturing industry is growing and there is a lot of opportunity.
Did you know that a CNC Machinist makes more than $20.00 per hour? And you don’t have to have a degree! I know it’s crazy, right?
I’ve already been looking for an apprenticeship at a local manufacturing company. That way I can get started with my career right after I graduate this spring.
Just to clarify something. Makers aren’t stupid, they are learners too. I’ll still need to get some higher education, I just won’t be going to school full time. While I’m working I’ll be taking applied classes at the community college. And the best part? My company will cover most of the cost. Pretty good deal, huh?
Well, you’re probably wondering what to do with all that money that you were going to spend on my education? Go ahead use it to pay off your debts and prepare for your retirement. And if you have any left over, it’s probably not too early to begin saving for my inheritance. LOL.
Sincerely,
Your (really smart) Child

I Don’t Want To Go To College (An Open Letter)


Gary Weldon

2 Comments
Dear Mom and Dad,
You might want to sit down before reading any further. I’m writing you this letter because I couldn’t bear to see the looks on your faces when I say what I need to. It’s about my future.
I know that you love me and only want what’s best for me. And I understand the pressures that you’re facing, considering what everyone else’s kids are doing. But you’ve always taught me that just because everyone is doing it, doesn’t mean that it’s a good idea.
So, here’s what I have to say…
I don’t want to go to college.

Photo credit: Wim Mulder via Flickr cc
Please, please don’t be mad at me! Give me a chance to explain. You see it’s not that I don’t want to keep learning. I do! It’s just that the thought of spending the next four years of my life pursuing a degree just to impress everyone seems like a waste of time – and a waste of a lot of money.
I know what you’re thinking. How am I going to be successful? What will I do? How will I earn a living? I’ve thought about all that. A lot. I’ve found that there’s another option. One that I think fits me better.
Do you remember the kinds of stuff that you guys would always get me for Christmas and birthdays? First it was the Lincoln Log set. I used to play with that for hours. And the Lego’s? Nobody could build cooler stuff than I could! Then there was the models. The classic cars, the airplanes and, my favorite, the military ships. I would spend weeks putting those intricate pieces together. I’m still proud to show those off to my friends.
Yes, I love to build things.
And that is why I’ve decided… (deep breath)
I want to be a Maker.
Yes, a Maker! That’s what they call people today who make things. You know, people who work in manufacturing. You may not realize it but the manufacturing industry is growing and there is a lot of opportunity.
Did you know that a CNC Machinist makes more than $20.00 per hour? And you don’t have to have a degree! I know it’s crazy, right?
I’ve already been looking for an apprenticeship at a local manufacturing company. That way I can get started with my career right after I graduate this spring.
Just to clarify something. Makers aren’t stupid, they are learners too. I’ll still need to get some higher education, I just won’t be going to school full time. While I’m working I’ll be taking applied classes at the community college. And the best part? My company will cover most of the cost. Pretty good deal, huh?
Well, you’re probably wondering what to do with all that money that you were going to spend on my education? Go ahead use it to pay off your debts and prepare for your retirement. And if you have any left over, it’s probably not too early to begin saving for my inheritance. LOL.
Sincerely,
Your (really smart) Child

04/15/2016

Hybrid cars are everywhere now; but what about hybrid bearings? Not so much.
In fact very few people even know what hybrid bearings are, but it has been estimated that our energy needs could be reduced by 30% if all bearings were hybrid bearings. That won’t happen anytime soon, but the statement brings attention to the fact that hybrid bearings could and should be used in more situations than they are.
What are hybrid bearings and why don’t we use them more often you ask.
A typical bearing has an outer race and an inner race. In between is the material that enhances movement of the shaft I usually either a ball bearing or a roller bearing. A roller is a cylindrical piece, a ball bearing is, well, round. In a hybrid bearing the inner and outer race is typically special bearing steel, but the inner part the roller or ball is made from ceramic, usually silicon nitride.
We don’t use them because traditionally they are much more expensive than an all steel bearing. But Reliance Tool and Northern Illinois School of Engineering have developed the technology to lower the cost of maching ceranics drastically.
For more info, Email to:[email protected].

04/15/2016

300 ton servo press

02/25/2016

From Chris Buescher:
“We will have CSX on our No. 34 Ford Fusion at Atlanta. They are a long-time partner of Front Row Motorsports. I got to work with them a little bit last year when I ran some Cup races with Front Row, and they’ve got a big safety campaign that we’re trying to get across to all the race fans. ‘Play it safe’ around railroad tracks at all times. Always brake for trains, don’t try to beat the train at the crossing, don’t wear earbuds walking near railroad tracks. It’s something that the younger crowd might not think about enough, and we’re working together to get that message across.”

02/17/2016

Chris Buescher runs tomorrow night in the #34 Love's Truck Stop car in the first qualifying race for the Daytona 500.

02/11/2016

#23 Dr. Pepper car to be driven byt David Ragan in the Daytona 500.

02/04/2016

SPRING IS COMING

01/28/2016

RTM Restorations posted about their new project, this 1961 Land Rover.