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July 20, 2023

Sustaining Firm Spotlight: TechForm Advanced Casting Technology

TechForm Advanced Casting Technology began in aerospace and medical casting, where technological innovation, extreme precision, and quality requirements were standard. In the 90s, the demand for platinum jewelry collided with the difficulty of casting platinum alloys, presenting challenges to the jewelry industry and opportunities for TechForm’s newly-created high-temperature casting process. “In 1995, we were approached by Heraeus Precious Metals after they heard about our success with high-temperature alloys,” says Sarah Loveland, Vice President of TechForm. “Our first platinum castings were actually human bone staples, the only small wax patterns we had on hand for the test pour! They turned out

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Improve Jewelry Store Security with a Door Buzzer System or Mantrap

Improve Jewelry Store Security with a Door Buzzer System or Mantrap By Jewelers Mutual® Group As retail jewelry crime continues to increase across the U.S. and Canada, it’s important for jewelers to acknowledge the possibility of being impacted at some point. Make your store a hard target for criminals by installing a door security system like a door buzzer or mantrap to deter would-be thieves and even prevent unauthorized access to your store. To help you determine whether a door buzzer or mantrap is right for your business, Jewelers Mutual Group highlights the differences between the two and offers tips

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Embrace the Power of AI: Mastering ChatGPT Prompts

By Donna Jolly, RJ, Director of Marketing, American Gem Society In an era of rapid technological advancements, it’s important to leverage the power of AI and master ChatGPT prompts to unlock the full potential of this innovative tool. ChatGPT and other AI chat tools like Bard and Bing revolutionize how we do business by generating creative ideas, providing practical solutions, and offering valuable insights. Crafting detailed and concise prompts is the key to harnessing the full potential of ChatGPT. Here are 10 curated prompts specifically designed for AGS members (and tested with ChatGPT). By utilizing these prompts effectively, you can

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