AmeriStar Manufacturing Inc
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2600 – 9th Ave.
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-625-1515
E-mail: fab@ameristarmfg.com
Web-site: www.ameristarmfg.com
By Bill Remes
OPENED: 1908
WHY: Began as a small Minneapolis metal spinning shop.
CAPABILITIES:
Metal stamping (short- and long-run), CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, welding, metal finishing, laser and waterjet cutting
SHOP WORKHORSE(S):
Press brakes, punch presses, turrets, and laser cutting machines
MOST UNUSUAL OR MEMORABLE PROJECT:
Making diverse parts such as those for the Space Shuttle and cowboy spurs
GREATEST CHALLENGE:
To survive foreign competition and recessions
LOOKING AHEAD:
AmeriStar is well-positioned for growth as the economy picks up. We have added some new equipment, even in these difficult economic times, and see demand increasing for our products that are made here in the U.S. to our high quality standards and in short lead-times.
ADVICE FOR WOULD-BE SHOP OWNERS:
Carry no debt.
CONTACT:
AmeriStar Manufacturing
507-625-1515
fab@ameristarmfg.com
www.ameristarmfg.com
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