Funding Cuts Could Kill Earthquake Warning System
Despite positive test results and the potential to minimize casualties, the ShakeAlert system could be a victim of budgetary shortfalls.
Read More »$85M Plan Reflects New Focus for U.S. Manufacturers
The investments are representative of what manufacturers are trying to do in addressing two key challenges.
Read More »Ford Embraces a New (Virtual) Reality
The company's designers can see holograms in photo-quality backdrops with wireless headsets.
Read More »Changing Consumer Preferences Drive Packaging Growth
While there are a number of trends which are impacting packaging equipment purchases, the key takeaways reflect how end-user preferences continue to change.
Read More »GE's Transformation Continues as Legacy Businesses are Sold Off
Over the last five years, GE has undergone a tremendous transition, the latest example being the $3 billion sale of a core business unit.
Read More »Two Automakers Investing Billions in U.S. Manufacturing
Despite the headwinds facing the American auto industry, two luxury brands are bullish – probably because they’ve both experienced significant success.
Read More »Bees Manufacturing More Than Honey
In looking to address concerns over the need of a stronger treatment against bacterial infections, scientists have looked to nature.
Read More »UK Manufacturer Comes to the U.S.
Supporting the company’s recent growth and product demand, the $5.2 million plant will create dozens of new jobs in the area.
Read More »GM Switches to Wind Power
It will take an entire wind farm to meet half of the company's new demands.
Read More »Robots With More Common Senses
A new stretchable electronic skin could be used for advanced prosthetics, wearable electronics and human-machine interfaces.
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