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    JM Smucker to buy Twinkies manufacturer Hostess Brands for $5.6B

    The purchase will deepen the jam and peanut butter maker’s presence in growing categories and consumer occasions focused on convenience.

    By Christopher Doering • Sept. 12, 2023
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    Sonoco adds 15 facilities in $330M WestRock deal

    The deal adds 1,100 employees across the U.S., Mexico, Chile and Argentina and expands the company's recycled fiber-based packaging capacity.

    By • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Trendline

    The changing state of safety in manufacturing

    How companies can keep up with new safety protocols and stay ahead of FDA inspections. 

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Courtesy of Gov. JB Pritzker’s Facebook page.

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    Gotion to establish $2B Illinois battery plant

    The China-based manufacturer plans to create 2,600 jobs at the site, set to open next year.

    By • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Opinion

    5 ways manufacturers can execute on innovation

    At a time of immense change in the industry, companies should take manageable steps to experiment with new ideas and implement operational changes. 

    By Jerry Gootee • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Why chemical companies should prepare for hurricane season

    As climate change leads to more extreme weather, experts warn thousands of U.S. chemicals plants should secure their facilities to prevent the release of hazardous materials.

    By • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Domtar to ‘indefinitely’ idle Ontario mill, affecting 450 jobs

    The decision to shut down the plant followed ongoing operating losses and high maintenance costs. 

    By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 8, 2023
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    FDA issues warning letters to three baby formula makers

    Perrigo, ByHeart and Mead Johnson received letters as part of the agency's ongoing review of formula manufacturing after years of constrained supply and recalls.

    By • Sept. 7, 2023
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    Saint-Gobain to close New Hampshire plant in restructuring move

    The gradual shuttering will mark an end to composite solutions production in North America for the France-based company.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Opinion

    How chipmakers can manage future growth

    Managing headcount costs and leveraging federal funds are key ways companies can mitigate damage during an economic downturn.

    By Irene Signorino • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Cummins, Daimler, Paccar partner on $3B US battery plant

    The three trucking OEMs are forming a joint venture to produce LFP batteries in the country as demand for electric trucks continues to grow.

    By Larry Avila • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Redwood Materials raises $1B to expand US supply chain

    The startup aims to produce 100 GWh of cathode and anode components per year by 2025.

    By • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Manufacturing remains sluggish in August: PMI reports

    Industry activity is still muted, but Inflation Reduction Act-related demand could spur growth later this year.

    By • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Sponsored by ProjectManager

    Improve end-to-end order fulfillment with project management software

    Discover how MetalMorphic Laser used project management software to enhance order fulfillment efficiency amidst manufacturing challenges.

    By Brenna Koeneke • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group.

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    LG Energy, Hyundai to invest additional $2B in Georgia battery cell plant

    The latest investment adds to the $4.3 billion commitment announced in May and will create 400 more jobs.

    By • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Courtesy of Wabtec.

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    Pennsylvania union ratifies Wabtec contract

    The new four-year agreement ends the union's 10-week strike at the Erie plant.

    By • Sept. 1, 2023
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    3M’s proposed ‘forever chemicals’ settlement gets preliminary approval

    The proposal will have a final hearing in February to receive full approval for the $10.3 billion settlement.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Courtesy of United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America (UE).

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    Wabtec and labor union reach tentative contract agreement

    If the 1,400 members vote to ratify the contract, the 10-week strike at the railroad equipment maker's Pennsylvania facility will end.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Volkswagen revamps semiconductor sourcing

    The automaker will shift to purchasing microchips directly from manufacturers to avoid production disruptions.

    By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 30, 2023
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    Courtesy of Michigan Economic Development Corp.

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    Plastic Omnium invests in two hydrogen vehicle sites in Michigan

    The $171 million investment follows the auto parts manufacturer's $2 billion order from a major U.S. automaker earlier this year.

    By • Aug. 30, 2023
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    Pfizer to restart production at damaged North Carolina facility in Q4

    The drugmaker reopened the site on Aug. 7 and is working to release any products not damaged by last month's tornado.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Spirit AeroSystems production snags cause Boeing aircraft delivery delays

    The contract manufacturer is changing its processes after discovering a problem with improperly fitted fastener holes on some 737 Max models.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    NVIDIA reaps benefits of AI investment

    The chipmaker's revenue jumped 88% from last quarter as demand for computing and AI platforms accelerated.

    By Grace Noto • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Courtesy of 3M.

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    3M to pay $6B to resolve earplug litigation

    The settlement seeks to resolve nearly all pending lawsuits filed against subsidiary Aearo Technologies for allegedly selling faulty earplugs to the military.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Courtesy of Wolfspeed.

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    Wolfspeed sells radio frequency business for $125M

    The sale to Macom Technology Solutions comes as the chipmaker prioritizes production for auto, industrial and renewable energy markets.

    By • Aug. 28, 2023
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    Hershey to close Dot’s Pretzels factory

    The closure of the North Dakota plant is part of the company's plan to more efficiently increase production capacity at other manufacturing locations. 

    By • Aug. 25, 2023