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Table of Contents What is EDM? The Two Main Types of EDM Machines Capabilities and Applications Components of EDM Machines In the machining business, it’s often possible to use traditional cutting tools, like grinders and end mills, to create parts and other items with particular shapes. But what about when the usual cutting tools aren’t […]

A computer numerical control (CNC) milling machine is a mill that uses computer code to understand where to make cuts. Like all milling machines, a CNC mill produces a final piece by carving away from a block of material versus adding layers of material to a blank slate. However, unlike manual milling, CNC mills do […]

To Our Valued Customers: Happy New Year to All! Each year as the calendar turns, we try to utilize this season as a time of reflection and communication with our customer base. This is a moment for us to offer commentary on the events and accomplishments of the preceding year and to say “Thank You” […]

We have reached another milestone in our history at Astro Machine Works in that we are announcing the retirement of one of our original project managers & very first employee, Barry Weitzel as of December 2nd, 2021. We at Astro are both very sad at the thought of seeing Barry depart but at the same […]

Astro Machine Works in Ephrata, PA provides Wire EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) Services.  Wire EDM machining offers a more budget-friendly alternative than many other machining processes; it is also an excellent choice if you routinely use “exotic” materials in your manufacturing processes, such as tungsten carbide, super alloys or medical-grade stainless steel, as these materials […]

Astro Machine Works has installed its new Mazak Integrex 5-Axis Machining Center, delivering precision large diameter machining. With a 42” swing and 159” travel, this machine allows us to perform all machining operations in one set up including turning, milling, drilling and boring. The Mazak INTEGRAX e-670h multi-tasking 5-axis machining center is the most advanced […]

CNC machining is a manufacturing process in which pre-programmed computer software dictates the movement of factory tools and machinery. The process can be used to control a range of complex machinery, from grinders and lathes to mills and routers. With CNC machining, three-dimensional cutting tasks can be accomplished in a single set of prompts. Short […]