To spur Biden’s ‘EV revolution,’ carmakers await IRS guidance on Inflation Reduction Act

The law’s EV ecosystem rules need clarity for charger builders, global supply chain providers and customers, analysts said.

By Herman K. Trabish • March 24, 2023

Vietnam-based tire manufacturer to build first US facility in South Carolina

Tin Thanh Group intends to establish relationships with distributors and large-scale trucking operators in the country.

By Sara Samora • March 24, 2023

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Controlling rising manufacturing costs

How companies across the country are managing increased operational and supply costs to remain competitive. 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

Cheese manufacturer expands in Tennessee with $9M investment

MDS Foods Inc. will add roughly 10,000 square feet for new cheese production lines.

By Megan Ruggles • March 23, 2023

Albemarle to invest $1.3B in South Carolina lithium processing facility

The location will bring the company closer to its customers as the supply chain is built out in North America, said CEO Kent Masters.

By Sara Samora • March 23, 2023

Swiss robotics company expands Michigan production site

ABB is scaling its manufacturing capacity as demand grows in sectors like EVs, healthcare, packaging and logistics.

By Sara Samora • March 22, 2023

Stanley Black & Decker closes two plants amid $2B savings plan

The tools manufacturer will transfer operations from a South Carolina facility and shutter business in Fort Worth, Texas.

By Sara Samora • March 21, 2023

Wind tower manufacturer picks New Mexico for expansion

Arcosa is adding production in the Southwest to meet demand for wind projects in the region.

By Megan Ruggles • March 21, 2023

Krispy Kreme to close its North Carolina facility

The baker will lay off 102 workers as it exits the CPG snack segment.

By Megan Poinski • March 21, 2023

How Tennessee became a draw for manufacturers

The state has welcomed over half a billion dollars in industry investment since January. So what's attracting manufacturers?

By Sakshi Udavant • March 21, 2023

Auto parts supplier to invest $147M in Tennessee facility expansion

The expansion comes on the heels of several other auto industry investments in the state.

By Sara Samora • March 20, 2023

How to optimize manufacturing operations with data analytics

Here’s how manufacturers can move to the forefront of Industry 4.0 by leveraging data analytics.

March 20, 2023

Energy Department to fund projects that lower cost of wind energy production

The $30 million is meant for projects that improve lightweight composite materials and additive manufacturing for wind turbine components.

By Megan Ruggles • March 17, 2023

Solar developer to invest over $600M toward Ohio manufacturing plant

Invenergy’s EVP of global sourcing said a strong domestic supply chain is important to meet the growing demand for affordable solar power.

By Sara Samora • March 17, 2023

Peloton manufacturer announces layoffs, North Carolina facility closure

The retailer acquired Precor in 2020 as a manufacturing subsidiary, but has been exploring the unit's sale as it restructures.

By Sara Samora • March 16, 2023

Honda restructures manufacturing operations for EV hub

The automaker is shifting away from gas vehicle production in Ohio and installing equipment to make EVs.

By Megan Ruggles • March 16, 2023

How a food manufacturer scrambled to meet payroll after Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse

The Better Meat Co's CEO said a fast and unexpected loss of access to capital was one scenario the company didn’t foresee.

By Megan Poinski • March 16, 2023

ABTC looks to scale capacity with new factory purchase

The moves will help American Battery Technology Company meet demand for its recycled battery materials.

By Sara Samora • March 15, 2023

Australia-based EV battery materials firm looks to build US factory

Sicona Battery Technologies tapped Bechtel to assess the needs of an anode battery component plant.

By Sara Samora • March 15, 2023

How one parts supplier navigates supply chain volatility

As new parts grew in short supply over the last few years, EU Automation’s focus on refurbished equipment offered it opportunities for growth.

By Kate Magill • March 14, 2023

Archer Aviation, Stellantis begin construction of air taxi manufacturing plant

The facility could produce up to 2,300 electric aircraft annually. 

By Sara Samora • March 14, 2023

PackGene breaks ground on new biomanufacturing facility in Texas

The contract biomanufacturer will expand in Houston, which is quickly emerging as a hub for life sciences.

By Megan Ruggles • March 14, 2023

Hyundai’s Georgia EV campus attracts another supplier

Auto parts manufacturer PHA will spend $67 million on a new factory in Georgia to supply the Metaplant with door modules, tailgates and hood latches.

By Megan Ruggles • March 13, 2023

How manufacturers can integrate digital tools into employee training

Tablets and cell phones can offer convenient ways to more quickly train new workers on how to use equipment and understand operations. 

By Michelle No • March 10, 2023

Hyundai supplier to pay $1.3M in penalties for 2016 worker death

It’s an additional set of fines for the manufacturer after a Justice Department ruling in 2020, which also imposed a three-year safety compliance plan.

By Sara Samora • March 10, 2023

Additive manufacturer to produce Navy submarine parts

Sintavia will build nuclear propulsion systems at a new facility in Hollywood, Florida.

By Sara Samora • March 9, 2023