Today we celebrate an incredible milestone as we thank Matt Ward, our Airfloat Parts Specialist, on his well-earned retirement after 50 years of dedicated service. Matt’s five decades with Align Production Systems are a testament to his deep expertise, consistency, and commitment. His knowledge of Airfloat systems, willingness to help others, and steady presence have made a lasting impact on our customers and our team alike. Simply put—there’s no replacing the experience Matt brought to work every day. Matt, thank you for everything you’ve given to this organization over the past half-century. Your legacy will be felt for years to come. Wishing you all the best in your next chapter! Please join us in congratulating Matt on an extraordinary career! 👏🎉
Airfloat
Machinery Manufacturing
Decatur, IL 365 followers
Air Caster Solutions for Heavy Movement.
About us
Airfloat applies air bearing technology and innovative design to move and position anything from a 200-ton locomotive to placing a pallet or basket of parts at the ergonomically-correct position along your assembly line. Airfloat solves problems in your workspace with devices that increase your efficiency with easier, faster, and safer material movement. Customer Relationships enable Airfloat's staff to see opportunities for improved material movement by bringing Airfloat's 40 years' of air bearing problem-solving experience to your plant floor. Applications Development approaches your material handling challenge to find the optimum solution, either standard or custom-built, to maximize the efficiency and safety of your operation. Custom Air Bearing Solutions use air bearings to solve your parts and product movement challenge whether it's as big as a 400,000-pound transformer or positioning several different mufflers at an automotive assembly line workstation, so the correct one is always at hand. Full Service Engineering means complete single-source responsibility for your air bearing productivity improvement project, including safety and ergonomic evaluation and ensuring a solution that fits your plant floor and facilities. In-House Manufacturing in our 65,000-square-foot facility provides ISO 9001-2000 quality to your project from concept to design through final air bearing product ready for your factory floor. Field Support Services assure you ongoing support for Airfloat air bearing solutions that help you Master Material Movement. Look over Airfloat air bearing Products for productivity-increasing ideas for your plant.
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http://www.Airfloat.com
External link for Airfloat
- Industry
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Decatur, IL
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1965
Locations
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2230 Brush College Road
Decatur, IL 62526, US
Employees at Airfloat
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The Airfloat team came together today for our annual Christmas Party, and it was a wonderful way to celebrate another year of hard work, innovation, and collaboration. Everyone enjoyed amazing food brought in by our team members, and the generosity and variety made the celebration feel truly special. Our employees are the foundation of everything we do. Their dedication, creativity, and commitment drive Airfloat forward, and today was a great reminder of how important each person is to our success. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped organize the event and to everyone who joined in the celebration. Here is to a joyful holiday season and an exciting year ahead for Airfloat. #Airfloat #TeamAirfloat #HolidayCelebration #ManufacturingInnovation #CompanyCulture #MerryChristmas #DecaturIL
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We had a fantastic time at FABTECH 2025 connecting with industry leaders, customers, and partners while showcasing what’s possible in manufacturing. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn more and share ideas. Events like this remind us how strong and innovative our industry is—and we’re already looking forward to next year! #FABTECH #Manufacturing #Innovation #AGVs #Automation #Chicago #HeavyIndustry #PMA
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📍 Booth D41847 – Lakeside Center, Exhibit Hall D 👉 Step 1: Enter McCormick Place and head toward the Lakeside Center (East Building). 👉 Step 2: Take the escalators or sky bridge down into Exhibit Hall D. 👉 Step 3: Look for Booth D41847 – that’s where you’ll find us! 🎥 Want a quick walkthrough? Watch this video to see exactly how to get to our booth.
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While working at our booth, we had a surprise visit from Jerry and Bobby from our fabrication department. They’re here exploring the show to learn about new technologies and innovations to bring back to our own shop. #FABTECH #Manufacturing #TeamAlign #Innovation #AlignProductionSystems #Fabrication
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Our team will be on-site and ready to discuss your toughest material handling challenges. We specialize in moving high-capacity industrial loads to keep your production running smoothly. 💡 No load is too heavy. Stop by Fabtech booth #D41847 located in Lakeside Center, September 8–11 in Chicago.
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We’re ready for Fabtech 2025! 📍 Find Align Production Systems at Booth #D41847 in the Lakeside Center. Our team will be there to talk with metal stampers, fabricators, and manufacturers about solutions that reduce downtime—whether it’s moving steel coils, changing dies, or eliminating end-of-line bottlenecks. Stop by and see us September 8–11 in Chicago!
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Celebrating Labor Day at Align Production Systems! 🎉🍔🌭 Today, our Decatur facility came together for a Labor Day cookout to celebrate the hard work and dedication of our incredible team. From firing up the grill to sharing stories over good food, it was a great reminder of the strong community and teamwork that make Align a special place to work. Labor Day is about honoring the contributions of workers everywhere — and we’re proud to recognize the amazing people here at Align who power our success every day. 💪 #LaborDay #TeamAlign #CompanyCulture #DecaturIL #Automation #Manufacturing #HeavyIndustry
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