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Hydraulic Maintenance Checklist for 2026: Keep Your Systems Winter-Ready
Prepare your hydraulic systems for winter 2026. Follow CTIS’s expert maintenance checklist to prevent downtime and keep Houston operations running strong.
CTIS
Nov 188 min read
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CNC Shop Essentials: The Must-Have Tools Every Houston Manufacturer Needs in 2026
Stay competitive in 2026. Discover 10 CNC shop essentials every Houston manufacturer needs—cutting tools, automation, coolant, and local CTIS support.
CTIS
Nov 146 min read
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Carbide Tooling Trends to Watch This Fall (and What They Mean for 2026)
Explore the top carbide tooling trends of Fall 2025 and what they signal for machining in 2026. From smart coatings to modular systems, CTIS breaks down what’s driving innovation in Houston and beyond.
CTIS
Oct 224 min read
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Fall Into Efficiency: Pre-Winter Maintenance Tips for CNC and Hydraulic Systems
Prepare your CNC machines and hydraulic systems for winter with this expert pre-season maintenance guide. Reduce downtime, extend tool life, and keep production running strong with fall-ready tips from CTIS in Houston.
CTIS
Oct 85 min read
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Your Supply Closet Just Got Smarter
Take control of your shop’s inventory with CTIS’s smart VMI program. No stock-outs, no stress—just seamless supply, tailored to your workflow.
CTIS
Sep 244 min read
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Why Carbide Tooling Is the Chuck Norris of Industry
Carbide tooling doesn’t flinch. Discover why it’s the Chuck Norris of the shop floor—and how CTIS delivers it with expert support and fast delivery.
CTIS
Sep 104 min read
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