“We started with two manual lathes and two semi-automated, modified manual lathes. We purchased our first CNC lathe in 1990 – a Japanese-built machine – and quickly realized the benefits of automated machine tools. We wanted a CNC mill as well but our financial situation at that time prevented us …

“This one plate can be used with a fixed screw, variable screw, or both. That’s why ours is, in my opinion, the best,” Riser adds. “We have sold thousands upon thousands of these things, and we’re getting very good feedback from the doctors. It’s working well for the patients.”