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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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    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
  • Boeing employees work on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner on one of the assembly lines February 14, 2011 at the company's factory in Everett, Washington.
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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
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    FDA names former environmental official as top food regulator

    James Jones, the agency’s first deputy commissioner for human foods, will set and advance priorities pertaining to safety and innovative products.

    By Christopher Doering • Aug. 25, 2023
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    Courtesy of Hyundai Motor Group.

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    Hyundai investing $290M to upgrade Alabama assembly plant

    The investment will prepare the facility to produce the fifth generation of its Santa Fe gas-powered sport utility vehicle.

    By • Aug. 24, 2023
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    Wabash slows production line amid downturn

    The OEM removed Saturday shifts at its main facility but kept full-time staff in place as analysts predict trailer manufacturing to decline in 2024.

    By • Aug. 24, 2023
  • Packages of products from Wells Enterprises brands Halo Top, Blue Ribbon, Blue Bunny and Bomb Pop on a red background.
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    Ferrero to expand New York ice cream plant

    The project is expected to more than double the facility's production capacity and add more than 200 jobs.

    By Christopher Doering • Aug. 24, 2023
  • The damaged Spirit AeroSystems sign is seen damaged after an EF3 tornado touched ground on April 15, 2012 in Wichita, Kansas.
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    Spirit AeroSystems to ramp up 737 production

    The Boeing supplier’s buffer inventory in Q2 helped lessen the blow of a June worker strike, CEO Tom Gentile told inventors.

    By • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Onshoring semiconductor manufacturers to the US is risky. Here’s how to protect yourself.

    As chipmakers push to bring their operations closer to home, experts say it’s critical they keep close tabs on critical data and IP. 

    By Michelle No • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Opinion

    Key KPIs every manufacturer should leverage

    Metrics that measure a business’ sales pipelines, margins, working capital and utilization rate can help companies not only survive today but thrive in the future.

    By Chris Delaney • Aug. 22, 2023
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    Courtesy of Shinhwa Auto USA Corp.

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    Hyundai supplier to invest $114M in expanding Alabama operations

    The project will add a new production building at Shinhwa Auto USA's Auburn site and expand the driveshaft manufacturer's die-casting operations.

    By • Aug. 22, 2023
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    DuPont to sell 80% of Delrin business for $1.8B

    The resin business sale marks the chemical manufacturer's planned exit of its former mobility and materials segment, CEO Ed Breen said.

    By • Aug. 21, 2023
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    Courtesy of Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

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    Spirit AeroSystems, Oak Ridge National Laboratory partner to cut production emissions

    The Boeing supplier and the lab will collaborate as part of a Department of Energy effort to lower industrial manufacturing's carbon footprint.

    By • Aug. 18, 2023
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    What Minnesota’s ban on ‘forever chemicals’ means for manufacturers

    As more states regulate the use of PFAS in everyday items, producers must explore alternatives and navigate the added costs and processes of the shift.

    By • Aug. 17, 2023
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    Kraft Heinz names next CEO

    Carlos Abrams-Rivera will take the helm of the food manufacturing giant in January after leading the company’s North American operations since 2020. 

    By Chris Casey • Aug. 17, 2023
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    Courtesy of Intel Corp.

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    Intel calls off $5.4B Tower Semiconductor acquisition

    The termination comes after the deal failed to receive regulatory approval from China, Bloomberg reported.

    By • Aug. 16, 2023
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    3 ways manufacturers can save on energy costs

    As prices continue to rise, companies should evaluate which equipment and facilities spend the most and consider renewable alternatives.

    By Rebecca Heilweil • Aug. 15, 2023
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    Honda US deliveries jump 45% in Q1 as production hiccups ease

    The automaker is investing heavily in US manufacturing, including the creation of an EV hub in Ohio to begin producing vehicles in 2026.

    By • Aug. 11, 2023
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    Rivian boosts production by 50% in Q2

    The automaker’s electric vehicle increased cost efficiencies across all major categories and raised its production outlook for the year.

    By • Aug. 11, 2023
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    AMD prioritizes AI chip manufacturing as PC revenues plummet

    The chipmaker's computer processing and PC-related revenues fell 54% YoY in Q2.

    By • Aug. 10, 2023
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    Tyson Foods to shutter 4 poultry plants

    The closures are the latest announced by the company this year as it faces headwinds caused by slowing sales and higher operating costs.

    By Chris Casey • Aug. 10, 2023