Industry Focus Areas, Motorized Vehicle
February 22, 2024
Transport TopicsRivian Automotive Inc. shares fell in early trading after the electric vehicle maker issued a disappointing production forecast and announced another round of job cuts. The maker of plug-in pickups, SUVs and delivery vans expects to build just 57,000 vehicles […]
February 21, 2024
Alliance for American ManufacturingBack in December, German automaker Volkswagen announced that a self-commissioned audit of its factory in China’s Xinjiang region had found “no indication” of forced labor there. Then, last week, VW announced it was in discussions with one of its main […]
February 21, 2024
Business Facilities MagazineIn Maui, Hawaiian Electric is planning a 40-megawatt (MW) renewable energy site to add critical grid reliability to Hawaii and move the island closer to its clean energy goals. Dubbed ‘Ūkiu Energy, the innovative facility will support the state’s commitment […]
Aerospace & Defense, Industry Focus Areas
February 21, 2024
Electronics WeeklyThe transaction closed at a purchase price of $5.5 billion (approximately £4.4 billion), which has been funded through existing cash and new external debt, said the company. Ball Aerospace will be called Space & Mission Systems and become a fourth […]
Industry Focus Areas, Motorized Vehicle
February 21, 2024
Electronics WeeklyOf these, BEVs accounted for 9.11 million units with a growth rate of 24%, and PHEVs reached 3.91 million units, growing at 45%. TrendForce further notes that China remains the largest market for NEVs, commanding about 60% of the global […]
Aerospace & Defense, Industry Focus Areas
February 20, 2024
ASD NewsBoeing and Thai Airways announced today the flagship carrier placed an order for 45 787 Dreamliners as the airline looks to modernize and grow its widebody fleet and international network. Thai Airways selected the 787-9 to support its long-term strategy […]
February 20, 2024
Electronics WeeklyIn Taiwan last year, IC industry production value fell 10.2% to $139.2 billion, the Industrial Economics and Knowledge Center said. This year, the Taiwan IC manufacturing sector is expected to grow 16.6% to $98.7 billion led by TSMC with sales […]
Aerospace & Defense, Industry Focus Areas
February 19, 2024
ASD NewsRocket Lab USA, Inc., a global leader in launch services and space systems, today launched its 44th Electron rocket, successfully deploying an orbital debris inspection satellite for Astroscale Japan Inc. The mission, named “On Closer Inspection”, launched from Pad B […]
February 19, 2024
Electronics WeeklyThe funding will support three GF projects: Expansion of the company’s Malta, NY, fab by adding critical technologies already in production in GF’s Singapore and Germany facilities geared towards enabling the U.S. auto industry to ensure supply chain resilience for […]
February 19, 2024
Electronics WeeklyNEC will incorporate the technology into RAN Intelligent Controllers (RIC) and conduct demonstration tests using this technology by March 2025. There is growing momentum to promote digital transformation (DX) by utilizing the latest technologies such as 5G, AI and the […]
February 16, 2024
Transport TopicsUniversal Logistics Holdings beat fourth-quarter expectations despite experiencing a year-over-year decline in revenue and earnings, the company detailed Feb. 15. The Warren, Mich.-based asset-light transportation and logistics company posted net income of $21.4 million, or 81 cents a diluted share, […]
February 15, 2024
Alliance for American ManufacturingA House Transportation & Infrastructure subcommittee held a hearing on Thursday examining the implementation of Buy America preferences enacted as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in 2021. And it was notable how popular the concept of Buy America was […]
February 15, 2024
Manufacturing TomorrowDESTACO, a leading global provider of automation, clamping and gripping solutions, is proud to introduce the new intelligent 92W Series Electric Power Clamps. Operating completely without compressed air, the 92W power clamps set a new standard for efficient and environmentally […]
February 14, 2024
Electronics WeeklyThe HoC promises to replace animal testing, shorten drug development timelines and reduce costs. It mimics the interactions of cells within the heart on a small chip and is part of the larger organ-on-a-chip (OoC) suite. The actual design of […]
February 14, 2024
Phys.orgGotham City’s Dark Knight boasts an impressive collection of technological marvels, but the superhero scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have cutting-edge capabilities of their own. A recent battery manufacturing project—affectionately called BatMan—has […]
February 13, 2024
Quality MagazineThe Manufacturing Institute—the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers—in partnership with Colonial Life, released a report on how manufacturers can optimize their recruitment and retention efforts for military-connected talent. The report highlights case studies from […]
February 13, 2024
Business Facilities MagazineA global leader in the industrial automation technology industry will soon establish its presence in South Carolina. Omron Automation chose Spartanburg County for its $9.2 million investment, according to the South Carolina Department of Commerce. Gov. Henry McMaster said the […]
February 12, 2024
Manufacturing TomorrowSarasota, FL – MoistTech Corp., the global leader in moisture measurement and control, is excited to announce the IR3000-F series moisture sensors featuring cutting-edge NIR (Near Infrared) technology for exceptionally accurate and reliable moisture analysis of virtually any product or […]
February 12, 2024
Electronics WeeklyOperation is across 10 to 60V and -30 to +25 °C (+75°C with derating). Called ESCON2 Module (part 783722), it is a four-quadrant device that can drive and brake in both direction, controlling speed and torque, with field-oriented control (FOC) […]
February 9, 2024
Transport TopicsYokohama Tire Corp. is expanding the sizes of its 124R and 714R commercial tires, the company announced Feb. 5. The 124R is a long-lasting radial tire designed for regional pickup and delivery fleets. The three new sizes bring the total […]