Questions we're frequently asked:
COVID-19: Current status
How can I find out the types of work you do?
Is BMS Machine a "Job Shop"?
I need something right away, do you offer rush service?
How are your prices?
Do you accept credit cards for payment?
Can you reverse-engineer a part for an old machine?
A part keeps failing on one of my machines and I don't know why, can you help figure it out?
I have a "back of the napkin" sketch...can you turn that into a CAD drawing and then manufacture the part?
Can you design, make, and pack a custom international crate for the equipment you're making for us?
Do you work with plastics as well as metals? And can you help me decide which type is right for my project?
Do you work on automobile engines and drivetrain components?
Some of the answers above aren't simply "Yes" or "No", why is that?
COVID-19: Current status
- We're operating pursuant to Governor Wolf's directive.
- Safety protocols regarding "social distancing", etc., are being followed.
- We ask that visits be limited to only interactions that cannot take place remotely.
- Please arrange deliveries and visits in advance. Give us a call when you arrive. If possible we'll handle pickups and deliveries curbside.
- So far we've seen only minimal disruption to our suppliers. Some deliveries are a little slower, and others a little faster, but not much different than usual overall.
How can I find out the types of work you do?
- Our "Gallery" is a good start; we add photos frequently.
- We can't show you or describe some of our work so please call or send us an email with any questions.
Is BMS Machine a "Job Shop"?
- For a portion of our work, yes; and a lot also involves significant engineering and design.
I need something right away, do you offer rush service?
- We do.
How are your prices?
- Fair and competitive.
Do you accept credit cards for payment?
- Yes.
Can you reverse-engineer a part for an old machine?
- Probably.
A part keeps failing on one of my machines and I don't know why, can you help figure it out?
- We often can. And often enough we can suggest cost-effective improvements to make a replacement part with a longer life.
I have a "back of the napkin" sketch...can you turn that into a CAD drawing and then manufacture the part?
- Most likely we can.
Can you design, make, and pack a custom international crate for the equipment you're making for us?
- Yes.
Do you work with plastics as well as metals? And can you help me decide which type is right for my project?
- Yes, we work with many types of plastics and metals. And yes, we often can suggest materials.
Do you work on automobile engines and drivetrain components?
- We'd be happy to talk about other automobile (or motorcycle or other vehicle) work, but aren't allowed to do engine and drivetrain work.
Some of the answers above aren't simply "Yes" or "No", why is that?
- Because details are important! Please get in touch with us and we'll delve into the details with you and get you an answer.
