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Process, Production

Converting a steel mill to climate-neutral steel production

December 1, 2023

Via: Phys.org

Steel production causes significant emissions of carbon dioxide. To decarbonize steel production and its high carbon dioxide emissions, Fraunhofer researchers, TS ELINO GmbH and Salzgitter AG are working on converting an existing steel mill to climate-neutral production methods. The aim […]


Process, Production

Industrial managed Ethernet switches have fibre, and are compact

November 17, 2023

Via: Electronics Weekly

“This represents a significant advancement in network infrastructure for industrial environments,” claimed the company. “The two 1000Base-X fiber connectors can extend Gigabit Ethernet operating distances over fibre up to 160km.” The fan-less units come in two temperature ranges: IDS-710CT for -10 […]


Industry Focus Areas, Medical

FDA acts on industry call for clarity about scope of device shortage reporting rules

November 17, 2023

Via: MedTech Dive

Section 506J of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act requires manufacturers of certain devices to tell the FDA in advance if they are permanently ending production of the product or face an interruption that is likely to meaningfully impact […]


News

Newport News Shipbuilding Brings Dozens Of Jobs to Norfolk, VA

November 10, 2023

Via: Business Facilities Magazine

Newport News Shipbuilding’s additional campus in Norfolk, Virginia, is bringing dozens of jobs to the area, according to the city’s mayor. “As an essential corporate citizen in our region, HII and its remarkable shipbuilders serve as a vital force in […]


Energy, Industry Focus Areas

Lithos Opens Battery System Manufacturing Facility In California

November 7, 2023

Via: Business Facilities Magazine

Lithos Energy Inc. has opened a state-of-the-art manufacturing and pilot line facility in California’s Silicon Valley for its latest generation of battery systems. Lithos manufactures high-performance lithium-ion battery systems for demanding environments. The 65,000-square-foot engineering facility located in Hayward, CA […]


Process, Production

Electronics production trending up

October 25, 2023

Via: Electronics Weekly

According to IDC, smartphone shipments versus a year ago turned negative in 3Q 2021 at -6%. The decline hit a low of -18% in 4Q 2022. Since then, smartphones have been recovering. IDC data is not yet available, but Canalys […]


Process, R & D

Nvidia and Foxconn Collaborate on The Production of Manufacturing Intelligence

October 23, 2023

Via: Metrology and Quality News

NVIDIA has announced that it is collaborating with Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) to accelerate the AI industrial revolution. Foxconn will integrate NVIDIA technology to develop a new class of data centers powering a wide range of applications, including digitalization […]


Process, Quality Control

Machine Learning in Manufacturing: Quality 4.0 and the Zero Defects Vision

October 10, 2023

Via: Quality Magazine

Over four decades ago, the concept of zero-defects manufacturing was initially introduced by Phillip Crosby. Because of the technological limitations of the time, the zero-defects concept remained mainly a managerial tool that acknowledged the importance of quality and motivated employees […]


Industry Focus Areas, Medical

Biotech/Pharma Industry Locations: Leading With Life Sciences

October 10, 2023

Via: Business Facilities Magazine

Innovation drives growth in the biotech and pharmaceutical space. According to The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), the U.S. biopharmaceutical sector directly supports more than 900,000 jobs across the economy. Manufacturing employs more than 330,000 high-wage workers in […]


News

Active Listening in Manufacturing

October 9, 2023

Via: Industry Today

In the dynamic manufacturing industry, where technological advancements rapidly shape the industry, human insights’ importance cannot be overstated. While machines and automation are pivotal, the human element remains central to any successful manufacturing operation. According to the 2023 First Quarter […]


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Embracing Responsible AI in Manufacturing

October 9, 2023

Via: Industry Today

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues demonstrating its transformative potential, the manufacturing sector stands at the forefront of a full-scale technological revolution. AI’s applications in logistics have streamlined operations, improved efficiency and provided solutions to longstanding industry challenges. Competent utilization of […]


Process, Production

Intel starts volume EUV production

October 2, 2023

Via: Electronics Weekly

“I am proud of the Intel team as well as our customers, suppliers and partners who worked with us to bring this moment to life and keep us on the path back to process leadership,” said Pat Gelsinger, Intel CEO, […]


Industry Focus Areas, Motorized Vehicle

Toyota to Resume Japan Plants After Rare System Malfunction

August 29, 2023

Via: Transport Topics

Toyota Motor Corp. said it will gradually resume operations at its 14 domestic plants Aug. 30 after a system malfunction suspended production, a rare glitch for the world’s biggest carmaker as it rushes to reboot its famed production system. The […]


News

Oklahoma Is Reaching New Heights

August 29, 2023

Via: Business Facilities Magazine

The Oklahoma business climate is vibrant with growth of traditional industries invigorated with other sectors in more nascent stages. Economic development projects announced in 2022 and led by the Oklahoma Department of Commerce are expected to bring more than 7,000 […]


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June 2023 Orders of Manufacturing Technology Reach $411.3M

August 22, 2023

Via: Quality Magazine

New orders of manufacturing technology totaled $411.3 million in June 2023, according to the latest U.S. Manufacturing Technology Orders Report published by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology. June 2023 orders increased 12.6% over May 2023 but fell 1.7% […]


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The White House is Celebrating the Inflation Reduction Act, For Good Reason. But Big Work Remains

August 17, 2023

Via: Alliance for American Manufacturing

The White House held a reception on Wednesday afternoon to celebrate the official one-year anniversary of the signing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the historic legislation that has spurred $110 billion worth of investments in clean energy facilities across […]


Process, R & D

How Industrial Automation is Transforming the Manufacturing Industry

August 17, 2023

Via: Manufacturing Tomorrow

Traditionally, the industrial automation in manufacturing industry has been observed as a stable and accepted field, not notable for its innovation. However, in the last few years there has been a increase in technological advancements and exciting new innovations and […]


News

Maxeon Selects Albuquerque, NM For U.S. Manufacturing Expansion

August 16, 2023

Via: Business Facilities Magazine

Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. announced this week that it has chosen Albuquerque, NM, as the location for the company’s first U.S. manufacturing expansion. The new world-class, 3-gigawatt facility will be designed to produce latest-generation TOPCon PV-silicon cell technology and Maxeon’s […]


Industry Focus Areas, Motorized Vehicle

EV Maker VinFast Soars in Nasdaq Debut

August 15, 2023

Via: Transport Topics

VinFast Auto Ltd. soared in its debut as a public company, vaulting its market capitalization beyond that of General Motors Co. and Ford Motor Co., as traders flipped shares of the electric vehicle maker. The Vietnamese company, which went public […]


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The Configuration Features B2B Manufacturers Must Use

August 14, 2023

Via: Industry Today

Configure, price, quote (CPQ) software is a critical component to the sales tech stack for manufacturers and amplifies the buying and selling experience when used correctly. CPQ can be a complicated and messy part of your stack, or when architected […]