Oatly sells two plants as part of hybrid manufacturing model

Ya YA Foods will take over most assets at the Texas and Utah facilities, as the plant-based food producer looks to cut costs and focus on product innovation.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 6, 2023

Manufacturing conferences to watch in 2023

Industry events this year are largely focused on emerging technologies and transforming workplace culture.

By A.B. Brown • Jan. 6, 2023

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Smart Factories and Digitalization in Manufacturing

Digitalization presents operational opportunities, yet can cause cybersecurity risks and high cost challenges. Here’s what to know. 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

US Navy chooses Penn State center to develop emerging manufacturing technology

The partnership includes millions of dollars in funding to research production tech that could help the Navy cut costs.

By Sara Samora • Jan. 4, 2023

Micron to reduce workforce, suspend executive salaries

Despite expanding its operations in Idaho and New York, the chipmaker is cutting costs due to a drop in demand.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 22, 2022

Orbillion Bio partners with biomanufacturer to produce 4M pounds of cultivated meat a year

The startup aims to make beef, elk and lamb products from cells, with help from Solar Biotech.

By Megan Poinski • Dec. 22, 2022

Cosmetics maker expands operations in Dallas-Fort Worth area

Beauty Manufacturing Solutions Corp will invest $150 million to construct its second advanced facility in the region.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 21, 2022

Albemarle plans $180M lithium technology park in North Carolina

The chemical company said the investment will support its effort to improve electric vehicle battery performance.

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 19, 2022

Redwood Materials to build $3.5B EV battery recycling plant in South Carolina

The facility, located in America's emerging "Battery Belt," will help drive costs down and meet U.S. battery needs. 

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 15, 2022

Lockheed Martin expands supplier partnership to advance 3D printing

The defense contractor is exploring alternatives to traditional manufacturing processes with one of its additive parts vendors. 

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 15, 2022

Canoo delivers EV to US Army for testing in military operations

The automaker is showing how its customizable electric vehicle platform can support mission-specific needs.

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 13, 2022

A look at Arizona State University’s new manufacturing school

The new program will focus on showing students potential career paths in the industry and growing their digital skills.

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 12, 2022

Ultium workers at Ohio plant vote to unionize

The battery maker had refused to recognize union efforts, despite a majority of the employees pushing for the labor union.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 9, 2022

Biden visits new TSMC plant in push for US manufacturing expansion

Major Apple supplier TSMC plans to pour approximately $40 billion in two Arizona chip facilities, as the U.S. incentivizes domestic production.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 7, 2022

Kodiak Robotics wins nearly $50M contract to automate U.S. Army ground vehicles

The startup will work with the Defense Department for two years to deploy the tech in vehicles for off-road environments.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 6, 2022

Automation has tanked wages in manufacturing: MIT

The findings come as organizations continue to build in pay increases for 2023.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 6, 2022

The top 8 manufacturing stories so far

Here's a look at some of the major stories and priorities capturing the industry.

By Kate Magill • Dec. 1, 2022

Accenture commits to 5-year deal with Purdue to fund smart manufacturing programs

The agreement comes as the university is pushing to train students for the future of manufacturing technology. 

By Sara Samora • Nov. 29, 2022

GM partners with Norway-based firm on clean hydrogen fuel cell technology

The automaker is working with Nel Hydrogen to accelerate development of its electrolyzer tech, in a push for more cost effective renewable hydrogen.

By Megan Ruggles • Nov. 29, 2022

Tyson will eliminate ‘difficult’ jobs as automation increases

President and CEO Donnie King did not specify how many positions would be impacted, but said workers would be reassigned to open roles in the company.

By Chris Casey • Nov. 28, 2022

Holiday wish list: 3 investments manufacturers seek going into 2023

From wearables to AI, businesses are eyeing new tech to improve both service and safety.

By Jen A. Miller • Nov. 28, 2022

How Lockheed Martin is tackling hypersonic capabilities

The defense contractor is leveraging additive manufacturing and supporting its supply base to aid hypersonic development.

By Megan Ruggles • Nov. 21, 2022

Microsoft’s Manufacturing CTO talks industry digitization

The digital transformation in manufacturing has caused the number of jobs to rise, requiring a new set of skills, says Indranil Sircar.

By Megan Ruggles • Nov. 18, 2022

From science to CPG: New ventures create opportunities for startups

While more established food tech companies had to design and build manufacturing facilities from scratch, entities are working to give those starting out now a smoother beginning.

By Megan Poinski • Nov. 15, 2022

AAK partners with Arzeda to transform oils with enzymes

The protein designer, which has worked with BP and Unilever, has long wanted to use its processes to help make the food industry more sustainable and efficient, said CEO Alexandre Zanghellini.

By Megan Poinski • Nov. 11, 2022

Battery manufacturing to slow despite Inflation Reduction Act boost

Despite significant investments in building mines, refineries and factories, analysts expect a three year delay due to material shortages.

By Stephen Singer • Nov. 9, 2022