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Satellite startup Akash Systems to receive $18.2M in CHIPS funding
The satellite component maker will use the funds to support its move into chip cooling technology production.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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AstraZeneca invests $3.5B in US manufacturing, R&D
The UK-based pharmaceutical company will create over 1,000 jobs by the end of 2026.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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TrendlineThe changing state of safety in manufacturing
How companies can keep up with new safety protocols and stay ahead of FDA inspections.
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Trump’s tariffs: How manufacturers can prepare
Frontloading commodity imports could be a temporary solution, but diversified sourcing will be critical long term, experts say.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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4 manufacturing issues to watch under a new Trump administration
President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda could mean raised tariffs, lower taxes and curtailed clean energy subsidies.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Trump win is ‘setback’ for clean energy efforts, but advocates say progress will continue
The president-elect has pledged to overturn rules limiting power plant emissions and roll back government support for electric vehicles.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Wolfspeed laying off 20% of workforce
The struggling chipmaker will close multiple facilities and reduce headcount in an effort to save approximately $200 million.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Corning, Powerex receive CHIPS funding
The glass maker and power module manufacturer will use the money for facilities in New York and Pennsylvania.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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GSK to invest $800M in Pennsylvania drug expansion
The drugmaker’s U.S. plans comes on the heels of a rough quarter, with lower vaccine demand driving down Q3 sales by 15% year over year.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Industry leaders react to Trump presidential win
Manufacturing trade groups are pledging to work with Donald Trump to strengthen the industry’s economy.
By Sara Samora • Updated Nov. 6, 2024 -
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White House to launch R&D competition for AI in chip manufacturing
The up to $100 million in funding will target university-led collaborations to drive more sustainable semiconductor production.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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PepsiCo to shutter Chicago bottling plant, lay off more than 100 workers
The union representing the employees sharply criticized the closure, noting that the beverage giant failed to provide the required 60-day notice.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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California chosen for second CHIPS R&D facility
The design and collaboration facility is expected to drive more than $1 billion in research funding over the next 10 years.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Boeing strike ends as union approves new contract
The strike lasted nearly two months, costing Boeing and its suppliers $9.7 billion.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Election 2024 and manufacturing: a look back
As voters head to the polls, here’s a review of how Donald Trump and Kamala Harris view the future of U.S. manufacturing.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Tumbler manufacturer Stanley using AI to predict supply disruptions
Stanley 1913 expects to improve scenario planning and supply chain visibility with the Kinaxis Maestro platform.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Boeing, IAM reach revised tentative deal
If the labor union’s 33,000 members vote to accept the aircraft maker’s offer, they’ll return to work on Nov. 6.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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Production down ahead of presidential election: PMI
Demand rose slightly during the month as manufacturers hope for a rebound next year.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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White House makes New York first CHIPS R&D flagship facility
The Biden-Harris administration will invest $825 million in an extreme ultraviolet accelerator, as the state grows into a national semiconductor hub.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Texas Instruments expands manufacturing capacity in Japan
The Aizu fab will quadruple the chipmaker’s gallium nitride semiconductor production.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Future of IRA hinges on upcoming election, experts say
Republicans are likely to look for aspects of the law they can walk back in order to add money to the federal budget.
By Diana DiGangi • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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3M pushes for better delivery performance
The manufacturer is pursuing a 90% or higher on-time, in-full rate as it battles supply chain inefficiencies across its vast network.
By Max Garland • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Boeing’s chaos and other haunting manufacturing stories from 2024
From SK Battery’s repeated safety violations to Boeing’s door plug incident, here are some of the top manufacturing horror tales in 2024 thus far.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Catalent to sell New Jersey drug facility to Ardena
The acquisition aims to boost Ardena's small-scale manufacturing for commercial oral drug products.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Nucor revenue falls 15% YoY as prices, demand plummet
The steelmaker expects revenue to drop further as the company battles soft manufacturing, construction and auto market demand.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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3M puts R&D at the forefront in new budget priorities
The chemical-making titan wants to accelerate the development and manufacturing of new products in 2025.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 29, 2024
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