Table of Contents Similarities Differences Benefits of CNC Machining Over 3D Printing As technology advances and revolutionizes engineering and machinery, you want to know you’re using the best equipment and leading your business forward. Some of these advancements are in computer numeric control (CNC) machining and 3D printing. They both work with different materials. But […]

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Categories: 3D printing, CNC Machining

Here at Astro Machine Works, we’re excited to be gearing up for National Manufacturing Day. This year National Manufacturing Day is the entire first week of October. The week brings attention to modern-day manufacturing, the many jobs available, and discussions relevant to the industry. National Manufacturing Day 2017 In 2012 there were 240 companies participating […]

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Categories: American Manufacturing, Economy, Engineering, Manufacturing, National Manufacturing Day, STEM, Women in Manufacturing

Working in U.S. manufacturing has certain specialized skills compared to other professions; a background in STEM education is helpful in obtaining skills such as instruction in working with machinery and specialized equipment and creative problem-solving skills. A shortage of applicants meeting these qualifications has created a skills gap within the country. Now, many manufacturing companies […]

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Categories: American Manufacturing, Economy, Engineering, Manufacturing, STEM, Women in Manufacturing

Astro Machine Works, located in Ephrata PA, continues to grow and expand to meet customer demand. We will be adding an additional 10,125 feet to our current building #2 in order to expand our Machining, Fabrication and Welding Capacities. This additional space will be split into two 62.5’ wide x 81’ long sections with 30’ […]

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Categories: Press Releases

June is here, bringing with it — National Safety Month — an annual event organized by the National Safety Council to raise awareness of workplace safety. During National Safety Month, the National Safety Council publishes a wide range of educational information — including articles, checklists, and comprehensive safety guidelines — to help companies across all […]

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Categories: American Manufacturing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Safety

When some people think of manufacturing, they imagine what it once looked like years ago. Since that time, the industry has changed, and it is no longer what is typically perceived. In the past few decades, there have been incredible improvements and technological advances. Frequently one hears, “America was built on manufacturing,” and those of […]

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Categories: American Manufacturing, Engineering, Manufacturing, Robotics, STEM, Women in Manufacturing

Paying close attention to the Institute for Supply Management’s monthly report helps top industry leaders analyze how well the manufacturing sector does. It is the leading indicator of commerce, providing an insight into overall performance. Although the manufacturing industry has dipped in the past, it is clearly gaining speed. Bloomberg’s recent reporting on the ISM […]

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Categories: American Manufacturing, Engineering, Manufacturing

Check your calendar for the U.S. Department of Energy (USDOE)’s conference in May. This year will mark the 16th annual Small Business Forum & Expo organized by the DOE’s Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization, and we are proud to be an exhibitor at the Kansas City event. Origins of the DOE’s Small Business […]

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Categories: American Manufacturing, Energy, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Sustainable Manufacturing