Infrastructure Investment Is Reshaping American Manufacturing
America’s manufacturing landscape is one of hills and valleys, each marked by drastic changes in the way America builds or doesn’t. Between the uncertainty surrounding tariffs and the growing adoption of Buy American policies, OEMs, contractors, and suppliers are once again looking for ways to straighten out their supply chains. With $550 billion in additional federal funding, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (IIJA) requires OEMs that support federally funded infrastructure projects to source domestically and is already reshaping the landscape by providing opportunities for domestic manufacturers to lead the next generation of American infrastructure.
For companies building components, systems, and structural assemblies, how and where their equipment is made matters. And for those looking to stay at the forefront of this next rise in American manufacturing, precision, reliability, and compliance have never been more connected.
Why Equipment Sourcing Matters to Federal Projects
Much of the focus in Buy American/Build American conversations revolves around raw materials, components, and finished goods. However, the equipment used to produce those goods, particularly the machinery that forms, aligns, and prepares key components, is equally important. Automatic straightening machines, for example, support the production of shafts, axles, tubes, and welded assemblies that power the machines, structures, and transit systems prioritized under IIJA. For federally funded projects, choosing an American-made straightening system simplifies procurement, accelerates project timelines, and strengthens supply chain traceability, all while ensuring the consistency and part quality required.
Investing in Equipment That Moves You Forward
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is one of the most substantial federal investments in domestic manufacturing and supply chain modernization in U.S. history. For manufacturers, OEMs, and contractors involved in infrastructure-related work, it opens new funding pathways and valuable tax credits that can help offset the cost of equipment, facilities, and advanced technologies.
Advanced Manufacturing & Energy Efficiency Grants—Support for small to mid-sized manufacturers looking to modernize operations, reduce emissions, or retool for clean energy production.
IIJA Technology Commercialization Fund—Funding for DOE-developed technologies to accelerate clean technology deployment through lab collaboration, manufacturing site readiness, and community-driven innovation.
- 48C Investment Tax Credit—Offers a 30% tax credit for capital investments in manufacturing facilities that support energy, infrastructure, or supply chain priorities.
- 45X Production Tax Credit—Per-unit tax credits for manufacturers producing eligible components used in renewable energy systems or critical infrastructure.
In addition to these national programs, many state economic development offices offer incentives, grants, or matching funds for equipment investment tied to infrastructure readiness, clean energy production, or advanced manufacturing. Whether you’re planning a facility upgrade, expanding a production line, or retooling automatic straightening machines to serve new transportation or public infrastructure programs, it’s worth exploring how these incentives can support your goals.
Rebuilding American Infrastructure Starts with the Right Tools
The infrastructure bill is both an opportunity and a proving ground for manufacturers and builders. It’s a chance to show what domestic capability can really deliver. MAE-Eitel is proud to be part of that story. We’re not just building industrial straightening equipment; we’re helping build a stronger, more resilient future—one shaft, tube, and railcar at a time.
Let’s talk about how our American-made automatic straightening machines and wheelset presses can support your next project. Contact MAE-Eitel today.
