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    AI-driven engineering and design insights: Manufacturing’s next competitive edge

    Studies indicate that up to 80% of manufacturing costs are determined during engineering and design — yet that's exactly where AI investment lags while the plant floor continues to modernize toward Industry 4.0.

    By Jeremy Holt, Strategic Advisor at CADDi, President at Technology Management Consulting LLC, and former President and Executive Director at Ricardo PLC • June 8, 2026
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    Oklahoma AG files to halt first US aluminum smelter project in 50 years

    The facility has received hundreds of millions of dollars in state and federal awards to expand U.S. aluminum capacity by more than 750,000 metric tons per year. The petition raises environmental and national security concerns.

    By • June 5, 2026
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    Top 5 stories from Manufacturing Dive

    Check out some of our publication’s top stories so far in 2026.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Honeywell Aerospace lays out manufacturing plans at investor day

    The company, which is set to officially spin off on June 29, aims to generate $6.5 billion in earnings by 2030.

    By • June 4, 2026
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    Steel imports down 30% in 2026 as tariffs bolster US production

    Raw and finished steel reached 1.87 million net tons for the month of April, driven by increased imports of tin plate, metallic coatings and other goods, according to census data.

    By • June 4, 2026
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    US needs ‘transformed industrial base’ to fully ramp up manufacturing: McKinsey

    Semiconductors, textiles, metals and machinery are among the most exposed goods, the McKinsey Global Institute says.

    By • June 2, 2026
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    Deere reaps benefits of IEEPA tariff refund and construction demand

    Increased spending on data center expansion and road building projects bolstered equipment sales during the second quarter.

    By • June 2, 2026
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    US manufacturing expands to highest level since May 2022: PMI

    “Companies are still holding back because of uncertainty, but they’re holding back less,” Susan Spence, chair of ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, said during a media call on Monday.

    By • June 1, 2026
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    Limited pressings and other takeaways from the Making Vinyl conference

    Vinyl records have seen growth over the past 19 years, with sales reaching $1 billion in 2025 and continuing to grow. Panelists at the conference discuss how to work with artists to meet expectations.

    By • May 29, 2026
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    Physical AI is ready for wider adoption in some applications: CreateMe CEO

    The technology can now control robots doing limited tasks, said Cam Myers. His automated soft materials manufacturing company created systems that use physical AI to revamp how textiles are made.

    By • May 29, 2026
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    Fanuc, Google advance industrial robotics as part of recent AI deals

    In other news, Kawasaki opens a Silicon Valley center to expand physical AI collaboration between the U.S. and Japan, and Stellantis plans to partner with Accenture and Nvidia on digital twins.

    By • May 29, 2026
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    Gas engine maker Innio aims for $20.3B valuation in IPO

    The General Electric carve-out is looking to raise funds for continued expansion to meet AI-driven data center demand. It is backed by private equity firm Advent International.

    By • May 28, 2026
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    Nippon Paper assessing impacts after deadly Washington mill implosion

    Eight deaths were confirmed as of Thursday afternoon. “We support efforts to fully understand the root cause of this incident and identify measures that can help prevent similar tragedies in the future,” AF&PA said in a statement Friday.

    By Maria Rachal • Updated May 29, 2026
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    ReElement and Posco ink US rare earth and magnet production deal

    They aim to create an alternative supply chain that connects South Korea materials to U.S. capacity and reduces global dependence on materials from China.

    By • May 27, 2026
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    Blue Origin plans $600M rocket plant expansion in Florida

    The Jeff Bezos-founded aerospace company will expand its manufacturing campus located in Cape Canaveral, creating an estimated 500 jobs.

    By • May 27, 2026
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    North Carolina sues EV maker VinFast over unbuilt factory

    The state is looking to acquire the megasite of a proposed automotive and battery facility and protect taxpayer money tied to the delayed $3 billion project.

    By • May 26, 2026
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    The energy crisis is here. Manufacturers need a plan.

    The U.S. power grid is under significant stress.

    May 26, 2026
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    Data is the ‘number one challenge’ as manufacturing tech evolves

    Manufacturers are inundated with more data than ever before as they digitize operations. Executives from Amgen, ArcelorMittal, Carpenter Technology, Ford, GE Appliances and Magna International shared insights at a recent MIT event.

    By • May 22, 2026
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    Artemis II, dental aligners and more: The case for additive manufacturing

    More industries including aerospace and defense are using this technology to rapidly process and scale parts, said Brett Conner, chief manufacturing officer of SME.

    By • May 21, 2026
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    Boeing, Lockheed supplier raises $300M, plans to expand factory footprint

    The Advanced Manufacturing Company of America will also use the funds to expand its AI-powered product development platform across its entire operations network.

    By • May 20, 2026
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    Novelis restarts Oswego hot mill months after fires

    The supplier said it will work closely with customers to ramp up supply, after Ford and other automakers suffered losses from the hot mill outage.

    By • Updated June 10, 2026
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    Production demand raises financial stress on aerospace, defense suppliers: Report

    Larger companies will need to communicate with their supply chains more than ever and help with working capital, RapidRatings Executive Chairman James Gellert said.

    By • Updated May 19, 2026
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    Deere faces latest right-to-repair lawsuit; this time about construction

    A $99 million settlement proposal with a group of farmers and independent agriculture repair shop owners received preliminary approval this week in a separate case.

    By • May 19, 2026
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    Toyota eyes $2B plant expansion in San Antonio

    That automaker is assessing potential locations and seeking incentives for a new facility in Texas, called Project Orca, with construction set to begin this year.

    By • May 18, 2026
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    Entergy signs with Hyundai Steel-Posco as part of recent metals deals

    In other news, Alcoa plans to invest $65 million to expand and upgrade its Norway smelter for recycled content, and FabArc Steel Supply broke ground on its Oxford, Alabama, headquarters.

    By • May 18, 2026
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    Navigating uncertainty: How manufacturers can build resilience in turbulent times

    How manufacturers are building resilience and adaptability amid constant supply chain disruption.

    May 18, 2026