Ray Whitehead, CEO of Jupiter Machine Tool and Pegasus Manufacturing, recently appeared on public television to share his vision for the future of U.S. manufacturing. In the interview, he highlighted how hybrid additive – subtractive machining, lights-out automation, and advanced 5-axis systems are reshaping production across aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive sectors. With Meltio-powered WLMD technology and a focus on reshoring, Jupiter Machine Tool is leading the way in delivering faster, lighter, and more cost-effective precision parts – cementing Central Illinois as a hub for innovation in global manufacturing.