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  • An H.B. Fuller production site in China.
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    HB Fuller shutters 2 facilities as it restructures manufacturing network

    The adhesive maker’s production overhaul is part of a broader cost-cutting plan that included 300 layoffs and sourcing shifts.

    By • April 17, 2023
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    EPA proposes new rules to cut chemical plants’ toxic emissions

    The agency is zeroing in on sites that it says emit high levels of cancer-causing chemicals.

    By • April 17, 2023
  • A person uses a torch cutter with a backwards hat in a manufacturing facility Explore the Trendlineâž”
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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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    Precision Optics hires first COO

    The medical device manufacture created the C-suite position to accommodate its recent revenue growth.

    By • April 17, 2023
  • Rendering of Toyota, Toyota Tsusho America and Huntsville Utilities 168-acre solar project.
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    Courtesy of Toyota.

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    Toyota teams with Alabama utility on $49M solar project

    The project will advance the automaker's plans to transition to carbon-neutral operations by 2035.

    By • April 14, 2023
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    Electrical distribution equipment provider plans $5M Alabama facility

    Sunbelt Solomon will repair and recycle electrical transformers at the new site, part of its effort to expand in the Southeast.

    By • April 14, 2023
  • Aerial image of what Scout Motor's South Carolina plant will look like.
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    Manufacturing across the U.S.

    Why EV companies are flocking to South Carolina

    The state has become a hot spot for manufacturing in the sector, thanks to its easy port access, favorable tax incentives and deep labor pools. 

    By Sakshi Udavant • April 14, 2023
  • Vial filling of batches in development at Sanofi's facility in Swiftwater, Pennslyvania
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    Sanofi breaks ground on Pennsylvania flu vaccine facility

    The new site will support federal efforts to boost domestic production of influenza shots. 

    By • April 13, 2023
  • A rendering of Group14's silicon battery material campus in Moses Lake, Washington.
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    Group14 starts construction on 2nd Washington battery facility

    The site will produce up to 2,000 tons of battery-grade anode material a year.

    By • April 13, 2023
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    Tyson workers go on strike at Arkansas plant set to close in May

    Employees are demanding fair working conditions, including a severance payment for production floor workers, full payment of unused vacation time and compensation for injury claims.

    By Chris Casey • April 13, 2023
  • A rendering of Ford's Oakville, Ontario, plant transformation.
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    Ford to invest $1.3 billion to overhaul Canada manufacturing site for EV production

    The automaker will retool existing buildings and add a battery assembly facility next year.

    By • April 12, 2023
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    Commercial Metals Co. to spend up to $600M on expansions, acquisitions

    Federal and state funding projects are driving demand for the metal manufacturer’s products and services.

    By • April 11, 2023
  • A rendering of America Battery Factory's large-scale battery cell production facility, with sign on the front and people walking in front of the building on the sidewalk.
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    Courtesy of American Battery Factory.

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    American Battery Factory names co-founder as CEO

    Zhenfang Ge takes the helm as the battery manufacturer works to build a network of U.S. factories over the next three years.

    By • April 11, 2023
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    COVID-19 vaccine syringe maker cuts 22% of workforce

    Retractable Technologies is laying off workers for a second time as U.S. demand for coronavirus shots wanes.

    By • April 11, 2023
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    Conagra manufacturing disruption spurs canned food shortages

    Issues securing and ensuring quality cans affected the availability of multiple products.

    By • April 11, 2023
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    Major 7-Eleven supplier to build $81.5M Ohio plant

    The 140,000-square-foot facility will help Warabeya Nichiyo serve the chain’s Midwest stores.

    By Jessica Loder • April 10, 2023
  • A rendering of ABB's new electrical product manufacturing facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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    ABB plans $40M New Mexico plant to fortify US electric grid

    The expansion comes as more electric utility providers embark on grid hardening initiatives.

    By • April 10, 2023
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    Sponsored by Eide Bailly

    Are you measuring the right manufacturing metrics?

    Manufacturers need well-defined metrics that can be regularly monitored. Otherwise, your data comes up short.

    By Parker Coffman • April 10, 2023
  • A man in a suit with glasses and a hammer in his right hand working with a 3D metal printer.
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    Christopher Estrada/U.S. Army

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    US Army opens Michigan manufacturing center to support mega 3D printer

    The Army is relying more on additive manufacturing to source hard-to-obtain parts and enhance combat readiness.

    By • April 7, 2023
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    Former John Deere exec named president and COO of C&C Manufacturing

    The industrial manufacturer is bringing on David Bradford as it looks to continue expanding its services and parts divisions.  

    By • April 7, 2023
  • White building with Lucid in big gray letters and dark windows next to it on a sunny day in the desert. Three green cacti are planted in front of the building.
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    Courtesy of Lucid Motors.

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    Lucid Motors slashes 18% of workforce

    The EV maker is cutting hundreds of jobs in Arizona and California as it attempts to reduce vehicle and operating expenses.

    By • April 6, 2023
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    Guinness factory to close in Maryland

    Beer maker Diageo said it will close the site to optimize existing operations, cutting approximately 100 jobs.

    By Christopher Doering • April 6, 2023
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    How digital twins can boost manufacturing operations, supply chains

    The technology can help companies save time and money, if they can afford the upfront costs of integration and technology training. 

    By Rebecca Heilweil • April 6, 2023
  • U.S. President Joe Biden in a dark blue suit with a microphone standing behind a podium, with an American flag behind him.
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    By the numbers: Biden’s budget priorities for manufacturing

    The president's proposal includes tackling “forever chemicals” and boosting CHIPS Act funding.

    By • April 5, 2023
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    Ford invests in Indonesia nickel supplier to shore up critical EV battery materials

    The automaker aims to bolster its supply chain as it builds two major EV manufacturing hubs.

    By • April 5, 2023
  • Virgin Orbit's mainly white with red wings Cosmic Girl aircraft releases the white LauncherOne rocket mid-air on a clear and sunny day.
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    Greg Robinson/ Virgin Orbit

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    Virgin Orbit files for bankruptcy, cuts 85% of workforce

    The aerospace manufacturer has secured $31.6 million in funding for its operations as it seeks a buyer amid the Chapter 11 process.

    By • April 5, 2023