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Forging Precision Together: Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw Partners with MTD CNC 

In an exciting development for the global manufacturing community, Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw and MTD CNC have announced a strategic partnership designed to amplify expertise, expand industry reach, and connect precision machining services with a broader audience of engineers, maintenance teams, and shop owners.

This collaboration brings together two forces with complementary strengths: Motor City’s deep technical capabilities on the shop floor and MTD CNC’s global reach in manufacturing media and storytelling. Together, they are creating a powerful platform where real-world CNC experience meets industry-wide education and engagement.


A Collaboration Built on Shared Passion for CNC Excellence

Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw has long been recognized as a trusted leader in precision spindle repair, ball screw remanufacturing, vibration analysis, dynamic balancing, and rapid-turnaround services. Their commitment to quality, accuracy, and uptime has made them a go-to partner for manufacturers who depend on their CNC machines to perform at the highest level.

MTD CNC is a global powerhouse in CNC industry media. Through videos, podcasts, articles, and editorial content, MTD CNC connects hundreds of thousands of manufacturing professionals with the latest innovations, insights, and stories from across the machining world. Their platform is built to educate, inspire, and keep the industry moving forward.

This partnership unites technical mastery with powerful storytelling, allowing the expertise inside Motor City’s facility to be shared with a global audience hungry for authentic, shop-floor knowledge.


Meet the Ambassador: Lauren LaDell, “Lauren the Spindle Chick”

At the heart of this partnership is Lauren LaDell, widely known throughout the manufacturing community as Lauren the Spindle Chick. Lauren will serve as the official ambassador and marketing lead for the Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw and MTD CNC partnership, guiding the storytelling, visibility, and brand connection behind this collaboration.

Lauren has built a powerful presence by making CNC manufacturing relatable, engaging, and human. She has become known for bringing personality into precision, showing the real people, processes, and passion behind the machines. Her deep involvement in the industry and hands-on connection with shops across the country makes her the perfect voice to represent this partnership.

In her role, Lauren will:

  • 🎥 Showcase real-world spindle and ball screw repair processes

  • 🏭 Take audiences behind the scenes at Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw

  • 🎙️ Collaborate with MTD CNC on interviews, features, and technical storytelling throughout North America

  • 🌎 Connect global manufacturers to the extended exposure MTDCNC can offer them

  • 📢 Elevate awareness around spindle health, preventive maintenance, and ball screw remanufacturing

With Lauren leading the marketing efforts, this partnership goes beyond promotion. It becomes a movement of education, inspiration, and authenticity. She bridges the gap between highly technical work and the human stories that make manufacturing powerful.


Why This Partnership Matters

🔧 For Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw: Expanding Technical Reach

Partnering with MTD CNC allows Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw to take their expertise to a global stage. Topics like ball screw reverse engineering, spindle diagnostics, vibration analysis, and preventive maintenance strategies will now reach manufacturers around the world who rely on MTD CNC as a trusted source of industry insight.

This creates an opportunity to showcase to a much larger audience how precision service directly impacts machine accuracy, productivity, and profitability, while positioning Motor City as a leader in both technical excellence and industry education.


🌍 For MTD CNC: Strengthening Media Impact Across North America

For MTD CNC, this partnership adds even deeper technical credibility and expanded storytelling potential. Motor City brings real-world, hands-on engineering experience that enhances MTD’s content with authentic shop-floor knowledge and real results.

With Lauren LaDell leading the ambassador and marketing efforts, MTD CNC will continue to grow and strengthen its already incredible media presence throughout North America. Lauren’s extensive connections, travel across manufacturing regions, and ability to create engaging, high-impact content will help MTD CNC reach new audiences, deepen relationships with existing followers, and further establish their platform as the heartbeat of CNC manufacturing media across the continent.

Together, Motor City’s technical expertise and Lauren’s dynamic storytelling will help MTD CNC expand its influence, visibility, and connection within the North American manufacturing community.


What Customers and the Industry Can Expect

🎥 Educational Video Content

Behind-the-scenes looks at spindle rebuilds, ball screw remanufacturing, and diagnostic processes that show what true precision service looks like.

📈 Real Case Studies

Stories showing how proper spindle and ball screw repair reduce downtime, improve accuracy, and extend machine life.

🧠 Thought Leadership

Expert insight on CNC maintenance strategies, emerging technologies, and best practices for keeping machines performing at peak efficiency.

🤝 Industry Engagement

Shop visits, interviews, and events that highlight the people driving manufacturing forward.


Looking Ahead

As manufacturing becomes more advanced and interconnected, the importance of both technical excellence and strong industry communication continues to grow. This partnership between Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw and MTD CNC reflects a shared belief that knowledge is just as powerful as innovation.

With Lauren LaDell, “Lauren the Spindle Chick,” leading the marketing and ambassador efforts, this collaboration becomes more than a partnership. It becomes a platform that gives manufacturing a voice, a face, and a story that people can connect with.

Together, Motor City Spindle & Ball Screw, MTD CNC, and Lauren the Spindle Chick are driving manufacturing forward by combining precision engineering, powerful storytelling, and authentic industry passion.

Interested in learning more about the partnership and marketing capabilities? LAUREN@MOTORCITYREPAIR.COM

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