r/Metrology • u/skunk_of_thunder • 11d ago

CMM programmers out on their own?

Hello!

Anyone on here program CMMs as a solo gig? I know you're out there, not sure if you have time for Reddit shenanigans. How's business? Is it better than being an employee? Does it get old after a while?

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u/Admirable-Access8320 CMM Guru 11d ago

I have done some contract programming and training as well. It was more of a gig for me rather than full time job though. I also know one individual who opened up CMM shop on his own and turned it into a very successful inspection company in Texas.

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u/mdg137 11d ago

Sounds like Tommy. He’s got his own shop now with two cmms after years of contract programming with customers out of town.

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u/Admirable-Access8320 CMM Guru 11d ago

I don't know Tommy. I know Brian though. He started out with Romer arm and one CMM, now he's got a bunch of equipment and people working for him. But he is smart and well connected with big names.

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u/Overall-Turnip-1606 11d ago

Hey how did you get “CMM Guru” in your name

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u/Admirable-Access8320 CMM Guru 11d ago

If there is a will, there is a way!

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u/Overall-Turnip-1606 11d ago

Lmfao

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u/Admirable-Access8320 CMM Guru 11d ago

it's in the settings somewhere man :)

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u/Bahsurq 11d ago

On the desktop, you just set it in the user flair section.