Technology: Page 2


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    GlobalWafers to spend additional $4B on US manufacturing

    The semiconductor manufacturer recently opened its 300mm silicon wafer facility in Sherman, Texas, and plans to increase the site’s capacity.

    By May 16, 2025
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    Saudi Arabia is investing $600B in the US. What’s in it for manufacturing?

    AI data center buildouts, energy infrastructure and passenger plane commitments were announced as part of President Donald Trump’s visit to the country.

    By May 15, 2025
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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
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    Steelmaker Nucor discloses cyberattack on IT network

    The company halted production at various locations and took potentially affected systems offline.

    By David Jones • May 15, 2025
  • Cadence campus in Silicon Valley. Cadence Design Systems, Inc. is an American multinational electronic design automation software and engineering services company.
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    Cadence Design Systems raises outlook after strong Q1

    Robust demand fueled revenue growth of 23% over last year, even as tariff talks pressured customer decision-making at large.

    By May 14, 2025
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    Celanese to sell off electronics business

    The Micromax sale is part of the chemical manufacturer’s target to generate approximately $1 billion in divestitures over the next 2.5 years.

    By May 14, 2025
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    The limitations of AI in chip manufacturing

    Leaders from Intel, EMD Electronics and Global Foundries discussed the challenges they see as the semiconductor industry adapts artificial intelligence to get results faster.

    By May 9, 2025
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    Gilead plans $11B in US drug production

    The investment adds to the biotech’s $21 billion commitment for domestic manufacturing, research and development through 2030.

    By Kristin Jensen • May 9, 2025
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    The case for a national robotics strategy

    As countries like China and South Korea adopt more robotics on the factory floor, experts say the U.S. needs a centralized, federally led approach to better integrate the technology.

    By Michelle No • May 8, 2025
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    US semiconductor import probe looms over medtech industry

    Medical device manufacturers could face increased costs if the Commerce Department's Section 232 probe leads to tariffs on chips.

    By Susan Kelly • May 8, 2025
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    RTX, GE Aerospace brace for potential multi-million tariff impacts

    The aerospace component manufacturers are each preparing to take various mitigation actions, such as streamlining operations to soften the levies’ blow.

    By May 7, 2025
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    Why HowGood thinks food industry climate goals will withstand Trump rollback

    The emissions tracking platform company said businesses are still looking for new ESG tools, even as regulatory pressures shift.

    By Chris Casey • May 7, 2025
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    Kimberly-Clark to invest over $2B in US operations

    The Huggies diaper maker will use the funds to build an Ohio factory and a South Carolina distribution center, as well as install automation upgrades across its supply chain.

    By May 2, 2025
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    Mercedes-Benz to produce a new ‘core-segment’ vehicle in Alabama

    Details were limited, but a spokesperson said the move aligns with the automaker's focus on optimization amid market shifts.

    By Larry Avila • May 2, 2025
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    Corning increased solar Michigan facility investment to $1.5B

    The additional $600 million aims to accelerate advanced manufacturing operations of its solar wafers.

    By May 1, 2025
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    IBM to invest $150B in US manufacturing, R&D

    The technology giant plans to allocate $30 billion to mainframe and quantum computing production, as well as research and development.

    By April 30, 2025
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    The Trump administration restored Manufacturing Extension Partnership funding. Will it stick?

    MEP program funding is guaranteed for affected centers through the next six months. Lawmakers are looking for a more permanent solution.

    By April 29, 2025
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    Tracking tariffs: The latest frontier in AI

    Avanade, Enterra and others are rolling out new tools to help manufacturers track the impact of tariffs on their supply costs and improve decision-making. 

    By April 24, 2025
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    Caterpillar pledges $100M to upskill workforce in AI era

    Workers on average can expect two-fifths of their existing skills to be transformed or outdated by 2030, according to a World Economic Forum report.

    By April 23, 2025
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    Boeing to sell some digital businesses for $10.55B

    The sale to private equity firm Thoma Bravo comes as the aircraft maker strains to shore up its finances.

    By April 22, 2025
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    Cranky the robot and shorter work weeks: What manufacturers see as the value of AI

    Deere & Co. and Procter & Gamble are leveraging new strategies to galvanize their workers around the future of work, rather than fuel job security concerns.

    By April 22, 2025
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    How chemical manufacturers can train AI models

    Companies can use AI to summarize lengthy regulations, such as TSCA, but need to continually verify data accuracy, panelists said at last week’s GlobalChem conference.

    By April 21, 2025
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    How food manufacturers are embracing AI to forecast trends and navigate regulatory hurdles

    Executives from Kellanova, Ingredion and consumer insights platform Tastewise say innovative tech can help companies stay ahead of the latest trends and potential supply chain headwinds.

    By Chris Casey • April 21, 2025
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    Sponsored by Commerce Bank

    Turning accounts payable departments into a competitive advantage for manufacturers and their suppliers

    Learn how AP automation directly impacts suppliers relations and enhances manufacturing operations.

    April 21, 2025
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    Bringing an AI boost to additive manufacturing

    The technology can make it easier for companies to use 3D printing and enhance the design process. 

    By Sakshi Udavant • April 15, 2025
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    Morris Packaging, Karat Packaging, Nefab, Saica announce expansions

    From warehouses to converting facilities, expansions in the U.S. and Mexico cover a variety of plastic and fiber substrates. Paragon Films, Engineered Foam Packaging and Forming Technologies are among those growing.

    By Katie Pyzyk • April 14, 2025