Signals from the directory.

Capacity reports, reshoring data, and supplier-diligence guides — built on what 17,000+ U.S. shops tell us.

The State of U.S. Machine Shops, 2026

Directory data across 17,000+ shops shows where capacity is growing — and where it's collapsing. Texas, Ohio, and Michigan lead reshoring uptake.

Mid-sized CNC houses are adding capacity faster than at any point in the last decade. We break down where the new spindles are landing.

What OEM sourcing teams actually verify before issuing a first PO — and how directory credentials shortcut the process.

AWS-certified welders are aging out faster than apprentices are being added. Fabricators are quietly raising rates 8–12%.

Why architectural and EV OEMs are specifying powder over wet finishes — and what it means for the 1,800+ U.S. coaters in the directory.

Medical device reshoring is driving record demand for micro-machining. Our directory sees 22% growth in Swiss-capable shops year over year.