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  • An image of Asahi Kasei's inline buffer management system (right) and Gemini Bio's newly developed system for pre-mixed buffer concentrates.
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    GeminiBio signs deal to improve biomanufacturing process

    The biotech company is working with Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America to tackle bottlenecks in buffer production, an integral part of medicine production.

    By May 5, 2023
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    PVH financing program looks to aid manufacturers in meeting sustainability standards

    The apparel company will offer discounted loans to suppliers if they hit environmental and social targets.

    By Ben Unglesbee • May 5, 2023
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    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
  • An engineer checks and controls welding robotics automatic arms machine in intelligent factory automotive industrial with monitoring system software.
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    How manufacturers are using AI to improve worker safety

    The technology is helping some companies limit employees' exposure to often risky tasks like equipment maintenance.

    By Michelle No • May 5, 2023
  • A greenish test bay at Aerojet Rocketdyne's gray and white manufacturing facility in Camden, Arkansas on a sunny and clear day.
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    Courtesy of Aerojet Rocketdyne.

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    Aerojet Rocketdyne and Defense Department sign rocket manufacturing agreement

    The money was provided by a Ukrainian war funds law that provides aid to the country's war against Russia.

    By May 4, 2023
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    TSMC hires over 900 employees for Arizona semiconductor factory

    As the Taiwan-based chipmaker grows its global footprint, hiring and developing talent are a top priority for the company, CEO C.C. Wei said on an earnings call. 

    By May 4, 2023
  • The Tesla gigafactory in Nevada.
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    Tesla details its supply chain emissions for the first time

      The EV maker disclosed an estimate of the carbon footprints left by its many suppliers, which make up most of the company's climate impact.

    By Ben Unglesbee • May 4, 2023
  • Pharmaceutical worker in protective equipment inspects product at a vaccine production facility.
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    Fujifilm CDMO secures land for future capacity in North Carolina

    Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies’ campus in the popular Research Triangle Park has more than 170,000 square feet of dedicated manufacturing space.

    By May 3, 2023
  • A group of people standing in front of a large white banner with blue Korea text on top and english text underneath. South Korea and U.S. flags are on the left and right.
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    US, South Korea sign EV battery deal

    As the Biden administration allocates hundreds of billions of dollars to boost domestic production, South Korea-based companies have poured over $100 billion into U.S. operations.

    By May 3, 2023
  • A Gulfstream aircraft flies in the air with a blue sky behind it.
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    General Dynamics calls out supplier Honeywell for late deliveries

    Due to the delay in parts, the aerospace and defense giant is unable to increase its build rate until supply is more predictable.

    By May 3, 2023
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    Boeing sends Spirit Aerosystems cash and manufacturing help after quality snag

    The contract manufacturer found issues with a fuselage part in the rear of certain aircraft, causing delays in the delivery of some 737 aircraft.

    By May 2, 2023
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    Bristol Myers boosts cell therapy production with Novartis plant

    The Illinois facility will expand supply of viral vectors following manufacturing struggles with certain drugs.

    By Kristin Jensen • May 2, 2023
  • Modern car production line with robotic arms welding components 3D render and two workers with yellow helmets blurred in the background.
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    Manufacturing industry performance holds largely stable in April

    S&P Global's PMI index registered growth for the first time since October 2022, but economists remain uncertain about the future.

    By May 1, 2023
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    Nikon plans to launch its 1st overseas headquarters in California

    The electronics company is establishing a new U.S. subsidiary focused on additive manufacturing.

    By May 1, 2023
  • In this photo illustration, the welcome screen for the OpenAI "ChatGPT" app is displayed on a laptop screen on February 03, 2023 in London, England.
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    Pitfalls and potential of ChatGPT in manufacturing

    The much-discussed technology can be used to automate mundane tasks and summarize processes, but users should beware of its security lapses and capacity for error. 

    By Jen A. Miller • May 1, 2023
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    Utz to close Alabama factory

    The snack brand said it would lay off 175 workers when it shutters the facility in July, part of an effort to cut costs.

    By Christopher Doering • May 1, 2023
  • A rendering of Space Forge's shiny aqua, purple and pink manufacturing satellite, ForgeStar with sun in the background in space.
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    Courtesy of Space Forge.

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    Space Forge eyes US expansion to advance in-space manufacturing

    The U.K. startup is planning a facility to produce satellites capable of making semiconductors and other materials in-orbit.

    By April 28, 2023
  • TSI Semiconductor's manufacturing site in Roseville, California.
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    Bosch expands into US chip market with acquisition of TSI Semiconductors

    The German company will invest $1.5 billion to upgrade the manufacturer's California facilities.

    By April 28, 2023
  • An electric car lithium battery pack and power connections.
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    6K Energy to build $200M EV battery materials plant in Tennessee

    The company plans to manufacture low-cost, sustainable battery materials using its microwave plasma technology.

    By April 28, 2023
  • A sign hangs above the door at the Tyson Foods offices on October 06, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
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    Tyson Foods lays off 10% of corporate employees

    The job cuts mark the third major cost-cutting measure by the largest U.S. meat processor in recent months.

    By Chris Casey • April 28, 2023
  • Bottle vials of COVID-19 vaccine production in cold refrigerated storage.
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    Meissner Corp. set to U.S. double footprint with Georgia medical device facility

    The company, which manufactured COVID-19 treatment instruments during the pandemic, plans to open its second manufacturing site in 2026.

    By April 27, 2023
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    Seventh auto supplier follows Hyundai to Georgia

    Seohan Auto Georgia brings auto parts manufacturers' investments in support of the EV campus to nearly $2 billion.

    By April 27, 2023
  • A charging Chevrolet Bolt EV is seen at the New York International Auto Show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on April 15, 2022 in New York City.
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    GM, Samsung SDI partner on $3B battery factory

    The new site comes amid the automaker's plans to double EV production in the second half of the year, up to 100,000 vehicles made in North America.

    By April 26, 2023
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    Stellantis taps departing grocery exec as CFO

    Natalie Knight will join the multinational vehicle manufacturer when she leaves the Dutch grocery company Ahold Delhaize this summer.

    By Sam Silverstein • April 26, 2023
  • Two white buildings with light gray parking lots on the front, with various colors of cars, and surrounded by green trees and grass.
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    Courtesy of ABB.

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    ABB to spend $100M to build Wisconsin facility

    The new factory is part of a larger wave of ABB’s U.S. investments, which have reached $170 million. 

    By April 26, 2023
  • Executives from Hyundai Motor Group and SK On pose with signed memorandum of understanding at SK Group Headquarters in November.
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    Hyundai and SK On plan $5B Georgia EV battery plant

    The venture will supply batteries to power Hyundai, Kia and Genesis EVs by the second half of 2025.

    By April 25, 2023