After IMTS: What’s Ahead in Washington for Manufacturing
After spending a week at IMTS 2026, one thing was clear: Interest in America’s manufacturing capacity is enormous. The real question: Will Washington turn interest into action?
AMT NOW: IMTS 2026 Recap
$500 Million-Plus in Manufacturing Technology Orders; the Federal Reserve Rate Hike; and More.
AMT NOW: Don't Miss the IMTS Discount
Your Sneak Peek at 2027; Tariff and Tax Updates; and More.
Congress Is on Recess. Manufacturing Policy Isn’t.
While Congress has adjourned for its annual August recess, federal agencies continue implementing tax, trade, workforce, and industrial policies that will shape manufacturing investment well into next year.
Federal Financing Options Expand for Manufacturers
Manufacturers may now qualify for up to $10 million in SBA-backed financing. Learn how expanded federal programs can support equipment purchases, expansion, and growth.
From Trade Policy to Industrial Policy
Recent manufacturing policy in Washington has been dominated by tariffs, investigations, court decisions, and trade negotiations. Now, policymakers are increasingly focused on a harder question: how to rebuild manufacturing capacity in the United States.
Encouraging Signals for Aerospace Manufacturing
What are aerospace insiders watching? Discussions at ASCEND and Zoller Technology Days pointed to increased investment, policy support, and production activity across commercial aviation, defense, and space markets.
From Awards to Expansions: News from Mitsubishi Electric, UNISIG, Stratasys, Sodick, and Penn State
Who’s growing, hiring, winning, and investing in what’s next? This latest roundup highlights fresh updates from Jorgensen, Nikon, CERATIZIT, MxD, MIT, Verisurf, and more.
Leadership and Growth News From SCT, Ellison, and More
QualiChem joins OMIC R&D, and Scientific Cutting Tools expands its regional presence. Plus, leadership changes at Ellison Technologies, Nidec, and Xometry, and America Makes announces $1.7 million in additive awards. (link to this article)
The Legal Fight Over Section 122 Tariffs Intensifies
The legal battle over the administration’s Section 122 tariffs has escalated significantly since early May, adding another layer of uncertainty for manufacturers already navigating a rapidly shifting trade environment.