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    Press Glass to invest $155.3M in Virginia plant expansion

    The investment is about 10 miles away from the Poland-based glass manufacturer’s North America headquarters and factory.

    By • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Recession fears are abating, but manufacturers are still pessimistic: NAM survey

    While many executives worry about a weak economy and tight labor market, National Association of Manufacturers Chief Economist Chad Moutray said he thinks the industry is turning a corner.

    By • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Trendline

    Upskilling a Modern Manufacturing Workforce

    As manufacturing systems change, often becoming more automated and technical, employers are increasingly looking for ways to attract a more skilled workforce.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Hillenbrand acquires Schenck Process’s food, materials business for $730M

    The deal is part of the machinery maker’s strategy to grow its plastics, food and recycling businesses.

    By • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Boeing supplier plans $65M Kentucky plant upgrade

    Safran Landing Systems is purchasing new equipment for the Walton site to meet the rising demand for its carbon composite brakes.

    By • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Southeast a ‘powerhouse’ of EV manufacturing but utility investment lags rest of nation: report

    “We're going to do a lot of education and outreach to our regulators,” said Stan Cross, electric transportation policy director for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy.

    By Robert Walton • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Hyundai’s Georgia EV supplier network adds 3 more manufacturers

    Since the automaker broke ground last year, 11 investments by the company’s partners have totaled over $2 billion in the state.

    By • Sept. 12, 2023
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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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    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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    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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    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
  • Volkswagen ID.3 electric cars stand in the storage tower following assembly at the "Gläserne Manufaktur" ("Glass Manufactory") production facility on June 08, 2021 in Dresden, Germany.
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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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    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