James Bourne
Tool Repair Supervisor and Freelance Writer
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Performing mold repair day in and day out often seems like a thankless job, and it can feel lonely “in the trenches,” to boot.
In this series of articles, contributer James Bourne, a tool repair supervisor and freelance writer, shares his own personal struggles in the business, as well as lessons learned and tricks of the trade garnered along the way.
Featured Content
Mold Repair is a Challenge Worth Choosing
Taking Mold Repair to the Next Level
Shaving with Occam’s Razor, Part 2
The Obvious Next Step in Minimizing Press Downtime
The Trouble with Troubleshooting
How Not to Troubleshoot in Mold Repair
How Not to Troubleshoot, Part 2
An Ounce of Prevention – Design Review
Developing a Workorder Database
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