Astro Machine Works in Ephrata, Pa has added a new Hurco Vertical Milling Machine. As part of our ongoing commitment to investing in relevant technology to keep ahead of customer needs, we’ve added a Hurco VMX 84 to our equipment list. An increasing demand for larger vertical milled parts was keeping our existing equipment near … Continue reading "Astro Machine Works Adds Hurco VMX 84 – Astro Machine Works"

A drill bit is a special tool applicable in drilling holes in/through products and materials. It comes in different shapes, sizes, dimensions, designs, etc. As a result, there are different types of drill bits, each with unique applications. Due to the different drill bit types and unique applications, choosing the right one might be challenging. … Continue reading "Types Of Drill Bits Used in Part Manufacturing"

This past Friday, we had the honor of welcoming Maryland Senator Ben Cardin to our Xometry headquarters in Gaithersburg, MD! We had the opportunity to walk the Senator through our online instant quoting platform, which can generate a quote for custom parts in seconds using a 3D CAD file. We also showed him our partner platform … Continue reading "Welcoming Senator Cardin to Xometry's Headquarters"

Stainless steel is just one of many classes of steel. It’s best known for its strength and durability, even in wet or corrosive environments. This makes it a very popular metal for both consumer products and industrial applications. This article explains the many benefits of using stainless steel for your products and the challenges of … Continue reading "CNC Machining Stainless Steel: The Benefits, Drawbacks, and Best Alloys"

On June 15, 2021, the Shanghai Customs website issued the Decision on Administrative Punishment of Bearing Cases in which Shanghai Xiyang Import and Export Co., Ltd. violated the exclusive rights of trademarks such as ' SKF ' ( Shanghai Customs No. 162, 2018 ).   Shanghai Customs of the People's Republic of China Administrative penalty … Continue reading "A Shanghai Company Was Punished for Export Infringement of “SKF” and Other Trademark Bearings"

On August 10th, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) launched the fourth batch of national-level specialized and special new “little giant” enterprise cultivation work, and the relevant audit has been completed. The Fujian Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology announced the list of enterprises that have passed the audit in its jurisdiction. FK … Continue reading "FK Bearing Group was listed in 2022 China State-Level Specialized and Special New"

For those who dabble in manufacturing or prototyping, terms “jig” and “fixture” appear frequently, especially when talking about machining — a subtractive manufacturing process for plastic and metal parts. But what are jigs and fixtures, what are jigs and fixtures used for, and why are jigs and fixtures so important? Although often grouped together, these … Continue reading "What are Jigs and Fixtures?"