Regulation: Page 21

  • Colorful single-use plastic straws
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    Researchers find PFAS in non-plastic straws, complicating sustainability efforts

    Recent studies showing the presence of forever chemicals in a range of “eco-friendly” alternatives highlight the need for third-party certifications.

    By Lela Nargi • Nov. 15, 2023
  • PVC is often used in plastic film
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    EPA considers reevaluating vinyl chloride, as PVC remains common in certain packaging

    Spurred in part by the East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment, environmental groups are urging the agency to review the chemical’s safety. 

    By April Reese • Nov. 9, 2023
  • Sparks come off an industrial machine in a factory Explore the Trendline➔
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip
    Trendline

    Navigating Manufacturing Compliance Trends

    Manufacturers must manage a quickly evolving landscape of regulations for labor, chemicals, emissions, trade policy and more.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
  • Roy Jakobs, Philips' chief business leader for connected care
    Image attribution tooltip
    Permission granted by Philips
    Image attribution tooltip

    Philips leader signed off on sale of respiratory devices despite evidence of health risks: report

    Roy Jakobs approved the sale of respiratory devices held by manufacturers after the company stopped shipping new machines, according to an article published last week by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and ProPublica.

    By Nick Paul Taylor • Nov. 9, 2023
  • Ai laboratory equipment sterilizes items.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip
    Deep Dive

    How AI is changing drug manufacturing

    How artificial intelligence is moving into pharmaceutical production and what the FDA is doing about it.

    By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Nov. 8, 2023
  • Dark gray graphite mineral sample under light microscopy.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip
    Opinion

    Why Inflation Reduction Act subsidies should differentiate between critical mineral mining and process

    While the U.S. is limited in its domestic mining abilities for critical minerals like lithium and graphite, it has the potential for increased processing capacity.

    By John DeMaio • Nov. 7, 2023
  • IRS building exterior
    Image attribution tooltip
    Zach Gibson via Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    IRS bumps 401(k) contribution limit to $23K for 2024

    The $500 increase affects all salaried employees, whether at manufacturers, warehouses or other employers.

    By Caroline Colvin • Nov. 6, 2023
  • Chickens move along hangers at a processing and slaughter facility.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Paula Bronstein via Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    California poultry processors face preliminary injunction for violating child labor laws

    Children were found working long hours on production lines at Exclusive Poultry and two other companies.

    By • Nov. 3, 2023
  • people talking about paperwork
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip
    Sponsored by Assent

    From good to best: Creating a product compliance program to meet evolving regulations

    Learn how to budget for a dynamic compliance program that can evolve to meet changing regulatory demands.

    By Cally Edgren • Oct. 30, 2023
  • United States flag on computer processor
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    Biden administration selects 31 ‘tech hubs’

    The hubs will focus on a range of technologies, including battery manufacturing, AI-driven biotechnology and quantum computing.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 27, 2023
  • Dark gray graphite mineral sample under light microscopy.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    China moves to limit exports of graphite

    The move against the critical mineral came days after the Biden administration restricted semiconductor exports to the country.

    By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 24, 2023
  • President Biden, Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida, and South Korea’s President Yoon meet at the Trilateral Leaders’ Summit on August 18, 2023.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Courtesy of U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Japan
    Image attribution tooltip

    The US, South Korea and Japan are piloting a supply chain warning system. What does that mean?

    As the U.S. looks to counter China’s dominance in critical mineral supply and processing, it’s leveraging alliances to better share data and resources.

    By • Oct. 23, 2023
  • Robotic machine visual system working
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip
    Sponsored by Sovos

    How to supercharge exemption certificate management

    After all, the receipt of use tax exemption certificates does reflect real world sales activity.

    Oct. 23, 2023
  • Masked worker on manufacturing site
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip
    Sponsored by Assent

    Top 3 product compliance considerations to include in 2024 planning

    2024 is fast approaching, and manufacturers should start planning proactive compliance activities.

    By Jamie Wallisch • Oct. 23, 2023
  • An HVAC chiller being lifted by a crane machine while another chiller is on the roof.
    Image attribution tooltip

    Courtesy of Daikin Applied.

    Image attribution tooltip

    Daikin Industries to pay $100K to settle race-based discrimination at Virginia plant

    The HVAC maker reached an agreement with the Labor Department after allegations it discriminated against 98 Black applicants at the facility. 

    By • Oct. 20, 2023
  • A dark Department of Labor sign in front of a white building with windows.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Alex Wong via Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    DOL won’t extend overtime rule comment period

    Stakeholder submissions for the rule, which would expand overtime eligibility to those paid about $55,068 per year, will still be due Nov. 7.

    By Kate Tornone • Oct. 18, 2023
  • The exterior of a Monogram Foods facility is seen.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Retrieved from Monogram Foods on October 12, 2023
    Image attribution tooltip

    Meat snack manufacturer fined $140K for child labor violations

    The U.S. Department of Labor is ramping up enforcement activity as it reports a significant rise in the number of children illegally working in factories.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 18, 2023
  • Ultium Cells manufacturing facility in Warren, Ohio.
    Image attribution tooltip

    Courtesy of Ultium Cells.

    Image attribution tooltip

    OSHA proposes $270K in fines against GM, LG Energy Solution battery company

    The federal agency discovered 19 health and safety violations at Ultium Cells’ Ohio facility, including exposing workers to dangerous chemicals used to produce batteries.

    By • Oct. 17, 2023
  • Hydrogen energy storage gas tank for clean electricity solar and wind turbine facility.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    7 hydrogen hubs get $7B in DOE funding

    The chosen hubs span coast to coast, with each focusing on a different type of hydrogen production.

    By Emma Penrod • Oct. 16, 2023
  • Ford Motor Co Executive Chairman Bill Ford delivers remarks at the Rouge Visitor Center in Dearborn, Michigan.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
    Image attribution tooltip

    Ford executive chair warns of economic collapse if strikes continue

    Bill Ford warned that the current strike at the company’s Kentucky Truck Plant “will have a major impact on the American economy” and devastate local communities.

    By • Oct. 16, 2023
  • A female worker at General Motor's Oshawa plant in Canada works on an assembly line with car seats lined up in front of her.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Courtesy of General Motors
    Image attribution tooltip

    GM, Unifor ratify 3-year labor deal for autoworkers in Canada

    GM autoworkers with one to two years of seniority will get a 63% to 73% hourly wage increase over the life of the agreement, while Unifor members at the top of the pay scale will get raises up to 25%.

    By Michael Brady • Oct. 16, 2023
  • Workers in yellow vests and hard hats pouring concrete on a construction site.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    EPA opens $100M grants for building material makers

    The funding, part of the Inflation Reduction Act, aims to help decarbonize the industry and increase manufacturers’ emissions disclosures.

    By • Oct. 16, 2023
  • California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks at a press conference.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Justin Sullivan via Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    California governor signs 2 climate disclosure bills into law

    The two bills would require large companies to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and report on climate-related financial risks.  

    By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 13, 2023
  • Header image for "Tyson CFO Arrested, Reviving Critics’ Concerns Over Inexperience, Conflict of Interest"
    Image attribution tooltip
    CFO Editorial Staff
    Image attribution tooltip

    Missouri pressures Tyson to sell 2 poultry plants set for closure

    The move follows the company's announcement it would close four sites in the rural towns Dexter and Noel, where it is the largest employer.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 11, 2023
  • Board meeting
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip
    Sponsored by Assent

    The evolving role of the product compliance officer

    What forces are reshaping compliance management and how can organizations plan for business continuity through these changes?

    By Sue Fortunato-Esbach • Oct. 9, 2023
  • Robotics at use in a solar panel factory.
    Image attribution tooltip
    Getty Images
    Image attribution tooltip

    Small businesses can get new smart manufacturing funding from Energy Department

    The department is offering small- and medium-sized manufacturers $22 million to integrate high-grade computing and smart technology into operations.

    By • Oct. 4, 2023