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    Deep Dive // The future of PFAS in U.S. manufacturing

    The battle to replace PFAS in firefighting foam

    PFAS-based firefighting foam faces increasing scrutiny for its health and environmental risks. Yet regulators are struggling to replace the material with suitable and safe alternatives.

    By Updated Dec. 11, 2024
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    Microchip Technology to close Arizona plant, cut 500 jobs

    The chipmaker will pivot production capacity to its Oregon and Colorado facilities as it navigates a demand downturn.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 11, 2024
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    Trendline

    Controlling rising manufacturing costs

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

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Nestlé USA names Martin Thompson as CEO

    The CPG veteran, who previously ran the food and beverage giant’s U.S. coffee business, will take on the new role starting in 2025.

    By Christopher Doering • Dec. 10, 2024
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    Shield Manufacturing, Nephron Nitrile to establish joint PPE venture

    The two women-owned businesses will produce personal protective equipment at Nitrile’s manufacturing facility in South Carolina.

    By Dec. 9, 2024
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    White House proposes CHIPS awards to 3 chipmakers

    The funding for Coherent, SkyWater Technology Foundry and X-Fab will be used to expand and modernize semiconductor facilities in Minnesota and Texas. 

    By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 9, 2024
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    iStock/bernie_photo

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    Sponsored by Hyperscayle

    What is revenue operations, and why should manufacturing companies care?

    Need to focus more on marketing and sales optimization? Learn how RevOps drives business value!

    By Ben Mohlie • Dec. 9, 2024
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    FTC cracks down on 3 clothing companies for false ‘Made in USA’ claims

    The Federal Trade Commission is refunding $140,000 to consumers after the New England-based companies lied about where they manufactured their products. 

    By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 6, 2024
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    GM sells stake in Ultium Cells Michigan battery plant

    The Lansing factory is one of three U.S. facilities in the automaker's joint venture with LG Energy Solution.

    By Dec. 4, 2024
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    Honeywell to sell PPE business for $1.3B

    The sale aligns with the company’s plans to exit the personal protective equipment industry and focus on automation, aviation and clean energy.

    By Dec. 4, 2024
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    Cargill cuts 5% of global workforce after profits decline

    The move, which will affect approximately 8,000 jobs, comes as the world's largest private company plans to streamline operations in the face of lower crop prices and challenges in beef.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 4, 2024
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    Analog Devices leans into hybrid manufacturing model to raise utilization rates

    The hybrid approach leverages both internal and external production capacity and aims to protect the company from regional supply issues and boost flexibility. 

    By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 4, 2024
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    BMW’s US footprint may protect it from tariff impacts, CEO says

    Oliver Zipse said 65% of the company’s cars sold in the U.S. are locally made.

    By Larry Avila • Dec. 2, 2024
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    Mitsubishi Electric subsidiary invests $86M in switchgear factory

    The company is building a 160,000-square-foot facility in the Pittsburgh area to meet growing demand for transmission and distribution grid products.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 2, 2024
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    Manufacturing ‘neared stabilization’ in November: PMI

    Companies are preparing for growth under a second Trump administration, even as the threat of tariffs causes some uncertainty.

    By Dec. 2, 2024
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    Ferrero invests in hazelnut sourcing as it grows US production

    The company awarded a total of $350,000 to Oregon State University and Rutgers University to increase collaboration with local farmers, producers and distributors.

    By Dec. 2, 2024
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    iStock / VioletaStoimenova

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    Sponsored by Huron

    Navigating ongoing disruption in the automotive industry: 8 tips for resilience

    Build in resilience and flexibility and stabilize core operations to thrive in the future.

    By Kathleen Dobrovic, Mike Gluhanich, and David Taylor • Dec. 2, 2024
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    Rivian lands conditional $6.6B loan from Department of Energy

    The funds would revive construction of the company’s electric vehicle factory in Georgia.

    By Larry Avila • Nov. 27, 2024
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    Lyten acquires Cuberg’s battery factory

    The battery maker plans to invest up to $20 million in the plant to convert the facility to produce lithium-sulfur batteries and expand production.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 27, 2024
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    e-Storage subsidiary to build $712M plant in Kentucky

    Shelbyville Battery Manufacturing is establishing a cell, module and packaging facility and is set to begin production in 2025.

    By Nov. 27, 2024
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    BAE Systems, Rocket Labs’ CHIPS awards allocated

    The finalized awards come as the Biden administration tries to quickly roll out CHIPS funding ahead of Trump’s term.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 26, 2024
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    Johns Hopkins surgeon Makary is Trump’s pick to lead FDA

    A prolific medical research and author, Martin Makary criticized the FDA and CDC for their decision-making during the pandemic, although he describes himself as pro-vaccine.

    By Jonathan Gardner , Ned Pagliarulo • Nov. 26, 2024
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    Hydration beverage brand Electrolit invests $400M in first US plant

    The liquid company, with nearly half a billion in annual sales nationwide, is doubling down on its recent success and the popularity of electrolyte-infused drinks.

    By Chris Casey • Nov. 25, 2024
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    How manufacturers can meet building performance standards

    As more cities implement higher sustainability standards, simple changes can help manufacturers ensure their plant meet emissions targets. 

    By Michelle No • Updated Dec. 9, 2024
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    Trailer maker Faymonville Group to build Arkansas facility

    The company is investing more than $100 million to establish its first U.S. trailer manufacturing plant in Little Rock.

    By Nov. 22, 2024
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    Rivian locks in 5-year battery deal with LG Energy Solution

    The U.S.-based battery production will help Rivian meet Inflation Reduction Act standards, positioning the R2 to qualify for EV tax credits.

    By Larry Avila • Nov. 21, 2024