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  • OLED televisions are displayed at the 2009 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
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    OLEDWorks, JDI to build US display manufacturing plant

    The companies plan to build a fabrication plant and research and development center to meet demand for U.S. defense, automotive and medical industries.

    By Feb. 20, 2025
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    Tariffs threaten Goodyear’s continued sales rebound

    The tire manufacturer said the proposed levies on Canada and Mexico would impact its sourcing operations from the two countries.

    By Feb. 20, 2025
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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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    Freyr Battery cancels $2.6B Georgia battery factory plans

    The company is pivoting to focus on solar cell production instead, with plans to build a manufacturing site in the U.S.

    By Feb. 19, 2025
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    Lyten inks deals with sulfur suppliers for battery manufacturing

    The agreements secure domestic sourcing for the California company’s cost-effective lithium-sulfur technology.

    By Feb. 19, 2025
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    Deere’s sales slump 35% as tariffs impacts loom

    The company will continue to cut tractor and combine production to meet sluggish demand. Executives also said China’s trade levies will have an “immaterial impact” on the business.

    By Feb. 18, 2025
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    Eaton invests $340M in US transformer production

    The company said it aims to help address the ongoing transformer shortage and meet record demand from utility, large commercial, industrial and data center customers.

    By Diana DiGangi • Feb. 18, 2025
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    Nestlé largely ‘immune’ to tariff impact, CEO says

    While the Nespresso maker is closely watching global trade developments, it benefits from having regional production facilities.

    By Christopher Doering • Feb. 13, 2025
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    EPA must provide manufacturers efficient chemical review process: GAO

    The agency said a lack of resources and funding is keeping it from making the recommended improvements.

    By Feb. 13, 2025
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    DuPont ends 2024 with sales up amid rising electronics demand

    Segment growth was concentrated in the semiconductor market as more consumers look to adopt artificial intelligence.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
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    CBD gummy maker brings production in-house

    The move allows Balanced Health Botanicals to have greater control over its supply and bring more limited edition products to market.

    By Feb. 12, 2025
  • Agco, headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, is focusing more on precision agriculture and margin-rich opportunities.
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    Agco raises tariff concerns as inventory issues persist

    A farm equipment association said Trump’s latest metals order would drive up costs as much as 7% and put jobs at risk.  

    By Feb. 11, 2025
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    Goodyear to cut 850 jobs at Virginia plant

    The workforce reduction is part of the tire manufacturer’s plan to repurpose its Danville facility, focusing on rubber mixing and aviation tire production.

    By Feb. 11, 2025
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    ArcelorMittal plans $1.2B Alabama steel plant

    The facility aims to boost U.S. steel independence as the Trump administration announces tariffs on the commodity. 

    By Feb. 11, 2025
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    Stanley Black & Decker continues to cut China production as tariffs emerge

    The manufacturer is bracing for a $10 million to $20 million impact from President Donald Trump’s recent trade announcements.

    By Feb. 10, 2025
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    Georgia county sues 3M, Daikin and others over PFAS contamination

    Catoosa County accused the companies of knowingly polluting a local landfill with forever chemicals from Mohawk Industries' nearby manufacturing site.

    By Feb. 10, 2025
  • Two employees dressed in white uniforms inspecting a red 2023 Honda Accord on the assembly line and Honda's Marysville Auto Plant.
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    Honda prepares to start ‘flexible’ vehicle production at Ohio EV hub

    The automaker will produce ICE, hybrid and fully electric models on the same production lines to allow for greater flexibility to adapt to market demand.

    By Feb. 10, 2025
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    Honeywell to spin off aerospace and automation businesses

    The industrial manufacturer is also separating its advanced materials portfolio as the company looks to streamline its offerings.

    By Feb. 7, 2025
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    Manufacturer Spotlight

    Ferrara Manufacturing is boosting tech, ‘Made-in-USA’ products at its Long Island factory

    The apparel maker focuses on technical and tailored garments, producing everything from Olympians' outfits to U.S. military gear.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Feb. 7, 2025
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    GE Vernova to invest nearly $600M in US factories

    The energy equipment manufacturer will create over 1,500 jobs as it expands its nuclear, solar and onshore wind energy sectors.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Feb. 6, 2025
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    Kore Power nixes plans for $1.25B battery plant in Arizona

    The company reportedly never received taxpayer funds to move forward with the project, and leadership changes are underway.

    By Feb. 6, 2025
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    HB Fuller plans to slash production, offload 27 plants by 2030

    The adhesive manufacturer is expecting to close or sell 16 facilities by the end of 2025 to shore up costs.

    By Feb. 5, 2025
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    China targets US farm equipment with latest tariffs

    The Association of Equipment Manufacturers called out Trump’s recent actions, saying they will drive up costs and disrupt supply chains.

    By Feb. 5, 2025
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    Cargill, Foster Farms to close turkey plants as demand wanes

    The closures, which will lead to layoffs of more than 1,600 people, come as bird flu ravages farms and consumer appetite continues to decline.

    By Feb. 4, 2025
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    Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI

    The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. Many manufacturers are bracing, however, for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.

    By Feb. 4, 2025
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    Nissan offers buyouts as US production scales back

    The automaker plans to cut shifts at its Smyrna, Tennessee, and Canton, Missouri, manufacturing plants.

    By Larry Avila • Feb. 3, 2025