What food manufacturers need to know about the FDA’s new traceability rule

The enhanced record keeping requirements apply to companies that manufacture, process, pack or hold foods on the agency’s Food Traceability List.

By Michelle No • Jan. 5, 2023

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

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The changing state of safety in manufacturing

How companies can keep up with new safety protocols and stay ahead of FDA inspections. 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

Energy Dept. to invest up to $72M to expand clean energy workforce efforts

The government will create new Industrial Assessment Centers, which train future engineers and help small manufacturers reduce their energy use.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 21, 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

Medical device manufacturers drop products due to EU compliance costs: report

The Medical Devices Regulation has led companies to slash their European portfolios, according to Reuters.

By Nick Paul Taylor • Dec. 21, 2022

Abbott to build $536M facility in Northwest Ohio

The new facility, which will produce nutritional powder products, is slated to break ground next year.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 16, 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

Los Angeles garment supplier cited for failure to pay workers

The U.S. Department of Labor said the violation was the latest in a string of abuses at clothing manufacturers in the city.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 15, 2022

GM, LG venture gets $2.5B federal loan to boost EV battery manufacturing

Ultium Cells will use the funding to support three facilities in Ohio, Tennessee and Michigan.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 13, 2022

OSHA steps up enforcement to reduce workplace hazards in Ohio, Illinois

The agency found higher injury rates among food production workers in the two states, compared to other manufacturing jobs.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 9, 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

Ultium Cells eyes 40% production boost at planned Tennessee plant with new investment

The $275 million project is an addition to the $2.3 billion facility announced in April 2021, which is still under construction.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 8, 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

Volkswagen to scout gigafactory locations in Canada

The automaker also signed a deal with materials tech company Umicore to investigate a supply agreement for cathode material in North America.

By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 5, 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

First Solar invests $1.1B in Alabama solar module plant

The $1.1 billion facility will focus on making photovoltaic units to support U.S. energy needs.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 22, 2022

New York sets aside more than $3M for climate tech manufacturing

The funding program aims to connect startups with supply chain partners and help them overcome operational challenges.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 18, 2022

Heat pump manufacturing to get $250M injection from US

The Department of Energy allocated the money to spur domestic clean energy output and lessen reliance on foreign countries.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 17, 2022

Why Ohio is attracting more manufacturing investments

Growing investments from companies like Ford and Intel highlight the state's tax and talent benefits.

By Sakshi Udavant • Nov. 15, 2022

Inflation Reduction Act spurs flurry of manufacturing investments

Companies have announced a slate of new and expanded projects since the law was enacted in August.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 14, 2022

The Department of Defense seeks additive manufacturing to support hypersonic capabilities

The agency has asked manufacturers to submit proposals for developing hypersonic components using 3D printing. 

By Megan Ruggles • Nov. 14, 2022

Battery storage manufacturer delays production to capitalize on federal tax credits

Eos Energy Enterprises says it will push some of its orders until 2023 to take advantage of Inflation Reduction Act incentives.

By Stephen Singer • Nov. 10, 2022

Dairy farmers seek USDA relief as droughts hamper operations

Many producers are already facing supply chain challenges and higher feed costs, prompting some to go out of business.

By Chris Casey • Nov. 9, 2022

Philips respirator recall creates opening for rival medtech manufacturer

Without a clear date for re-entering the market for sleep apnea devices, the company risks losing ground permanently to its competitor.

By Peter Green • Nov. 4, 2022

New Jersey offers manufacturers equipment upgrade grants

The $20 million fund will help companies incorporate advanced tech, such as digital twins or industrial IoT, into their operations.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 2, 2022