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    Lacks Enterprises brings on PFAS destruction system

    The auto component manufacturer bought the equipment from Axine Water Technologies, part of a growing emphasis among manufacturers to effectively treat and destroy forever chemicals. 

    By • Oct. 9, 2024
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    Baxter says no structural damage at North Carolina site hit by Hurricane Helene

    The facility also has access to water and power. Baxter expects to share production plans over the next two weeks.

    By Elise Reuter • Oct. 9, 2024
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    Trendline

    Automation in manufacturing operations

    Companies are investing in a variety of automation initiatives to enhance factory performance and save costs.

    By Manufacturing Dive staff
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    Food companies embrace AI, but unable to deliver: expert

    Artificial intelligence is being used in manufacturing to help cut costs, but companies need a clear strategy to reap results.

    By Chris Casey • Oct. 9, 2024
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    Pyrex customers get refunds in false ‘Made in America’ case

    The FTC used settlement funds to pay more than $88,000 to consumers who bought measuring cups that were actually made in China.

    By • Oct. 8, 2024
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    Rivian cuts production outlook amid parts shortage

    The EV maker said the supply issue began in Q3 and has become more “acute” in recent weeks. 

    By • Oct. 8, 2024
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    Baxter unsure when North Carolina facility hit by Hurricane Helene will be operational

    The drugmaker has implemented supply allocation strategies, while noting “there are many components to the recovery process."

    By Ricky Zipp • Oct. 7, 2024
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    French fry maker Lamb Weston to close plant, cut about 428 jobs

    The restructuring comes as the supplier of frozen potato products faces sluggish demand for its offerings at restaurants and retailers.

    By Christopher Doering • Oct. 7, 2024
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    Pennsylvania glass plant closure sparks outrage

    Sen. Bob Casey and Anchor Hocking workers protested the company’s decision that will cause over 300 layoffs in Charleroi, Pennsylvania.

    By • Oct. 7, 2024
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    ILA port strike ends through tentative deal

    The agreement, which extends the parties’ master contract, comes three days after the strike disrupted East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Oct. 3, 2024
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    McCormick believes it’s ‘broadly covered’ from ILA strike risks

    The spice and seasonings giant says it worked on mitigation plans with domestic suppliers ahead of the work stoppage.

    By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Micron revenue spikes 93% YoY amid AI demand wave

    The chipmaker is pushing ahead with multibillion-dollar projects in New York and Idaho to produce leading-edge semiconductors. 

    By • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Vishay Intertechnology to shutter 3 plants amid restructuring

    The chipmaker is closing facilities in Milwaukee, China and Germany, while expanding other sites in Mexico and Europe.

    By • Oct. 2, 2024
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    Baxter closes dialysis solutions facility due to Hurricane Helene damage

    More than 2,500 people work at the facility, which is Baxter’s largest manufacturing site. The company is still working to fully assess the damage.

    By Elise Reuter • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Layoffs mount amid low manufacturing demand: September PMI

    The presidential election, an East Coast port strike and the impact of Hurricane Helene are creating a flurry of challenges for manufacturers this fall.

    By • Oct. 1, 2024
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    Manufacturing conferences and trade shows to watch in 2025

    Next year’s industry events cover a variety of manufacturing trends, including recruitment and retention and the impact of AI on factories.

    By • Oct. 1, 2024
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    US needs to vertically integrate solar to fight China’s dominance: experts

    In 2023, China produced over 85% of the world's modules, cells, wafers and polysilicon, according to a fellow at the conference.

    By Diana DiGangi • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Days of a port strike could mean weeks of manufacturing delays

    Chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers could be among the hit hardest, with companies at risk of running out of raw materials within two to six weeks.

    By • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Q&A

    What’s next for product certification amid concerns about PFAS and toxics in plastic

    Lagging regulation and a potential “toxic treadmill” with recycled content are viewed as just some of today’s pressing challenges. Clean Production Action Executive Director Mark Rossi reflects on two decades of change in the field.

    By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 30, 2024
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    Trump vs. Harris on manufacturing: A tale of 2 speeches

    In dueling remarks this week, the Republican nominee focused on tariff hikes, while the Democratic nominee talked of boosting clean energy production. 

    By • Sept. 27, 2024
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    Wheatland Tube to shutter steel plant, lay off 237 workers

    The steelmaker says the Biden-Harris administration failed to enforce tariffs on Mexican steel imports, forcing it to close the Chicago plant.

    By • Sept. 26, 2024
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    Trump threatens Deere with 200% tariffs if it shifts manufacturing to Mexico

    The tractor giant's plan to move some production is tied up in election politics as the economy takes center stage in campaign messaging.

    By • Sept. 26, 2024
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    Siemens Mobility to build New York rail car facility

    The company will produce electric train cars for Brightline West's upcoming rail system project.

    By • Sept. 24, 2024
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    Manufacturing’s election donations: Tracking the industry’s biggest 2024 donors

    A breakdown of candidate contributions from manufacturing-related PACs to Democrats and Republicans this election cycle. 

    By , • Updated Oct. 16, 2024
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    GE Vernova could cut 900 jobs as it aims to curb offshore wind losses

    The energy equipment maker is taking a step back to evaluate its strategy on offshore wind as blade failures at two wind farms added to a projected $300 million loss.

    By Emma Penrod • Sept. 23, 2024
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    Defense Department awards $269M to microelectronics manufacturing

    The funds are spread across six technical areas including quantum, secure edge computing, 5G, 6G and artificial intelligence. 

    By • Sept. 23, 2024