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HP’s Oregon fab receives CHIPS funding
The $50 million will expand and modernize its Corvallis semiconductor site.
By Joelle Anselmo • Aug. 28, 2024 -
Courtesy of Meyer Burger Technology AG.
Meyer Burger scraps Colorado solar cell plant expansion
The Switzerland-based company will instead shift focus to its Arizona facility, which began production in June.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 28, 2024 -
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TrendlineControlling rising manufacturing costs
How companies across the country are managing increased operational and supply costs to remain competitive.
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Interfor to cut down Georgia, South Carolina lumber plants
The company will lay off 181 employees as it continues to curtail production due to rising prices and weak demand.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 27, 2024 -
Courtesy of Purple Innovation
Mattress maker Purple to close 2 factories
The manufacturer is closing two sites in Utah and consolidating operations into its Georgia facility.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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Exedy America to shutter Tennessee plant next spring
The torque converter plant’s closure will include 223 job cuts following sluggish sales in North America.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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American Vanguard to end global production of Dacthal weedkiller
The sole U.S. maker of the herbicide is pulling the product after an EPA ban went into effect earlier this month.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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Arch Resources, Consol Energy to form $5B coal company
The merged coal producer will focus the majority of its volume on export markets, where coal remains a more dominant energy source.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 23, 2024 -
Courtesy of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Massachusetts passes law banning PFAS in firefighter gear
The legislation will also require sellers and manufacturers to notify buyers if the gear is made with the forever chemicals beginning Jan. 1.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 23, 2024 -
Courtesy of The Chemours Co.
Chemours expands Teflon PFA production in West Virginia
The chemical maker is increasing the Washington Works plant's capacity to meet rising semiconductor-driven demand for the forever chemical resin.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 22, 2024 -
Courtesy of Stellantis
UAW threatens Stellantis with nationwide strike
The labor union said workers are ready to file grievances over the automaker’s failure to keep job commitments related to its Belvidere, Illinois, plant.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 22, 2024 -
Courtesy of Microchip Technology.
Microchip Technology hit by cyberattack
The semiconductor maker said the security breach impacted its manufacturing operations.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 21, 2024 -
Courtesy of Honda Motor Co.
Honda makes North Carolina the home of its North American ATV production
The company is investing more than $20 million in its Swepsonville, North Carolina, site as part of the move.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 20, 2024 -
Courtesy of Samsung Electronics.
Samsung supplier to build $575M chemical facility in Texas
Chemical maker Soulbrain submitted a long-term investment plan for the Taylor, Texas, project.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Canada rail strike, lockouts slated to start Thursday
A work stoppage could grind the daily flow of goods to a halt, bringing widespread impacts to manufacturing supply chains.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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AMD to acquire ZT Systems for $4.9B
The deal is part of the company’s ambitions to take on AI chip giant Nvidia.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Deere turns to layoffs, manufacturing cuts to weather demand downturn
The manufacturer is striving to stay competitive amid high interest rates and low commodity prices.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 19, 2024 -
Courtesy of Heliene.
Heliene, Premier Energies to build joint Minnesota solar plant
The upcoming facility aims to meet growing demand for solar modules and projects due to Inflation Reduction Act tax credits.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Sponsored by YoozForging stronger supplier relationships: The real power of AP automation in manufacturing
Strengthen supplier ties and boost production resilience with AP automation in manufacturing.
By Laurent Charpentier • Aug. 19, 2024 -
Courtesy of LG Energy Solution
EV market headwinds delay factory construction projects
Financing woes, soaring material prices and waning demand are causing auto and battery makers to push back factory construction timelines.
By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 16, 2024 -
Courtesy of Polestar
Polestar starts US production, skirting tariffs
The South Carolina plant will manufacture the Polestar 3 electric SUV for North America and Europe.
By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 15, 2024 -
Courtesy of Utz Brands
Utz forges ahead in shrinking manufacturing network
The snack maker is focused on production and cost efficiency after shedding at least six plants in recent months.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 15, 2024 -
Courtesy of DuPont de Nemours.
DuPont acquires Donatelle Plastics for $313M
The acquisition of the medical device contract manufacturer comes as DuPont prioritizes expansion in the healthcare sector.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Goodyear to expand Ontario tire factory for CAD $575M
The project, set to be complete by mid-2027, aims to meet growing demand in electric vehicle and all-terrain markets.
By Joelle Anselmo • Aug. 14, 2024 -
Courtesy of Anduril Industries.
Anduril raises $1.5B to upscale defense production
The startup plans to use the funds to boost hiring and expand autonomous weapon system manufacturing.
By Sara Samora • Aug. 14, 2024 -
Courtesy of Kellanova
Snickers maker Mars to buy Kellanova for $35.9B
The deal comes less than a year after Kellanova finalized its split from Kellogg's North American cereal business.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 14, 2024
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