Technology
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Admares to build first U.S. factory in Georgia
The Finland-based building manufacturer is also moving its headquarters to the U.S., as it looks to meet rising housing demand.
By Sara Samora • June 2, 2023 -
Solar solutions provider commissions Tennessee tube mill for parts
Nextracker has secured a dedicated production line at MMS Steel Tubes USA’s first U.S. factory for steel torque tubes.
By Megan Ruggles • May 30, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Ekkasit919 via Getty ImagesTrendlineHow digital twins are enhancing manufacturing
The technology is being applied throughout the industry to help companies virtually map entire factories, improve equipment maintenace, and drive process innovations.
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Stellantis inks development deal with lithium-sulfur battery maker
Lyten and the EV maker aim to bring the batteries to market by the second half of the decade.
By Kate Magill • May 30, 2023 -
Why drugmakers are thinking twice before adopting digital twins
Cybersecurity concerns have pharmaceutical companies worried proprietary information could be compromised.
By Megan Ruggles • May 26, 2023 -
LG Energy Solution, Hyundai to build $4.3B joint battery cell plant in Georgia
The two South Korea-based companies will locate the facility near Hyundai’s upcoming EV campus.
By Sara Samora • May 26, 2023 -
Stratasys, Desktop Metal merge in $1.8B deal
Combining their portfolios and technological expertise will allow the companies to reach $1.1 billion in revenue by 2025.
By Sara Samora • May 25, 2023 -
Applied Materials expects Q3 sales drop as memory chipmakers cut spending
The semiconductor toolmaker said it remains committed to investing in R&D even as consumers pull back on orders.
By Megan Ruggles • May 25, 2023 -
The metaverse and manufacturing
Still in its infancy, the digital platform has the potential to help manufacturers with training, equipment maintenance and operational innovations.
By Rebecca Heilweil • May 23, 2023 -
Q&A
How Siemens is improving chip production with digital twins
VP Alan Porter discusses how incorporating the data and tech solution allows the company to improve the semiconductor manufacturing process.
By Kate Magill • May 23, 2023 -
Applied Materials plans $4B Silicon Valley R&D facility
The semiconductor equipment maker aims to boost advances in chip manufacturing through the facility, where industry players can develop new technologies.
By Megan Ruggles • May 22, 2023 -
How Siemens, Deloitte and Wichita State University are building the next generation of smart factories
The Smart Factory project aims to advance manufacturing technologies and help more companies integrate tools like digital twins into their own operations.
By Kate Magill • May 18, 2023 -
Nel plans Michigan hydrogen factory near GM
The Norway-based company will spend up to $400 million on an electrolyzer production site, a key way to make renewable hydrogen.
By Megan Ruggles • May 17, 2023 -
Commerce Department opens applications for manufacturing tech hub funding
The $500 million program seeks to enhance innovation and workforce development across the country.
By Sara Samora • May 16, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Out of fashion: Apparel manufacturing needs a tech update
Tied to fax machines and Excel spreadsheets, many companies are resistant to change and slow to adapt to new ways of doing business.
By Krishna Thakker • May 15, 2023 -
Mercedes-Benz partners with NavVis on digital twins of factories
The collaboration will allow the automaker to simulate new site layouts and production line changes.
By Kate Magill • May 9, 2023 -
Purdue University signs semiconductor deal with R&D firm Imec
The $10 million agreement, which also includes the state of Indiana, will help grow local research and development efforts in the sector.
By Sara Samora • May 8, 2023 -
TSMC struggles to normalize semiconductor inventory
The chip manufacturer grappled with elevated stock levels in the past quarter, but says AI-related customer demand is helping with “inventory digestion.”
By Kate Magill • May 8, 2023 -
GeminiBio signs deal to improve biomanufacturing process
The biotech company is working with Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America to tackle bottlenecks in buffer production, an integral part of medicine production.
By Megan Ruggles • May 5, 2023 -
How manufacturers are using AI to improve worker safety
The technology is helping some companies limit employees' exposure to often risky tasks like equipment maintenance.
By Michelle No • May 5, 2023 -
Kodiak to produce autonomous electric trucks
The AV tech manufacturer is bringing its signature product to an electric tractor with a current range of 150 miles.
By David Taube • May 4, 2023 -
US, South Korea sign EV battery deal
As the Biden administration allocates hundreds of billions of dollars to boost domestic production, South Korea-based companies have poured over $100 billion into U.S. operations.
By Sara Samora • May 3, 2023 -
Nikon plans to launch its 1st overseas headquarters in California
The electronics company is establishing a new U.S. subsidiary focused on additive manufacturing.
By Sara Samora • May 1, 2023 -
Pitfalls and potential of ChatGPT in manufacturing
The much-discussed technology can be used to automate mundane tasks and summarize processes, but users should beware of its security lapses and capacity for error.
By Jen A. Miller • May 1, 2023 -
Space Forge eyes US expansion to advance in-space manufacturing
The U.K. startup is planning a facility to produce satellites capable of making semiconductors and other materials in-orbit.
By Sara Samora • April 28, 2023 -
6K Energy to build $200M EV battery materials plant in Tennessee
The company plans to manufacture low-cost, sustainable battery materials using its microwave plasma technology.
By Megan Ruggles • April 28, 2023