Regulation: Page 17


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    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
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    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 Dec. 16, 2022
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    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 Dec. 15, 2022
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    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
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    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 Dec. 13, 2022
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    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 Dec. 9, 2022
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    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 Dec. 9, 2022
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    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 Dec. 8, 2022
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    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 Dec. 7, 2022
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    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 Dec. 5, 2022
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    The top 8 manufacturing stories so far

    Here's a look at some of the major stories and priorities capturing the industry.

    By 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 Nov. 22, 2022
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    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 Nov. 18, 2022
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    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 Nov. 17, 2022
  • A Future Made in America sign is seen as U.S. President Joe Biden stands in a manufacturing demonstration area at United Performance Metals on May 6, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio
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    Manufacturing across the U.S.

    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
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    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 Nov. 14, 2022
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    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 Nov. 14, 2022
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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 Nov. 2, 2022
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    Biden awards $2.8B to boost domestic EV battery manufacturing

    Suppliers for major auto giants including Tesla and Mercedes-Benz won grants to expand production

    By Oct. 28, 2022