It was a great honor to give Linda McMahon, the Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, a tour of CMT today. CMT used an SBA loan to start the business in 1985 and another one in 1995 to expand the business. McMahon was given a tour of the building that was purchased with the […]
CMT is attracted to scrap yard lifting magnets
A scrap yard lifting magnet does just that: pick up or lift metal objects. Scrap yard lifting magnets have magnetic properties in the electrified coil and are normally attached to a crane. The crane then positions the magnet above the objects and the magnet is energized. Besides scrap yards, lifting magnets are also used in […]
Ball bearings make the world go ’round
If it’s mechanical and spins, chances are, there’s a bearing in it. Ball bearings and roller bearings are the two most common types of bearings used in industry. Bearings work by rolling between two surfaces to reduce friction. The bearings help shafts and parts rotate in motors and machinery. How to tell if a ball […]
Happy Birthday, CMT!
Today, is our birthday! To our customers and friends, thanks for the great 33 years!
Scrapyard lifting magnets back home from the White House!
It was an honor and a privilege to be at the nation’s stage — The White House — showcasing our American-made scrapyard lifting magnets. We’ve compiled a list of media items focused on this event; check them out below! Electrical Apparatus emailed newsletter Recycling Today USA Today Check […]
CMT honored to Showcase Scrapyard Lifting Magnet at White House’s Made in America Product Showcase for 2018
On Monday, July 23, 2018, President Donald J. Trump highlighted American-made goods at the White House during the Made in America Product Showcase. One company was selected from each state to represent American-made goods at the White House. Youngstown-based City Machine Technologies (CMT) displayed a scrapyard lifting magnet at The White House as part of […]
City Machine Technologies, Inc. to Participate in Made in America Product Showcase at the White House
On Monday, July 23, 2018, City Machine Technologies, Inc. will join President Donald J. Trump, Vice President Mike Pence, members of the Administration and White House staff for a Made in America Product Showcase. President Trump will host companies from across the country to celebrate and highlight each state’s effort and commitment to American-made goods. […]
What does City Machine do?
City Machine, a Youngstown, Ohio based company, was founded in 1985 for the purpose of servicing, repairing and restoring industrial equipment of various types. Electric motor repair is the core of the business of City Machine. Other equipment like pumps, gearboxes and fans are driven by electric motors. City Machine services this other equipment both […]
Shop small this Saturday 11/25/17
Support your local businesses and your community by shopping small on Saturday.
Crane limit switches are safety devices
A crane limit switch, often called a crane power limit switch, is a safety device designed to prevent the over-travel of a crane hoist. The limit switch is operated by contact with the crane hook block. When activated, the limit switch interrupts power to the lift motor. This prevents the hook block from colliding with […]