Lightweight Electrical Conductors Could Save Billions
Saving money and cutting costs via lower energy bills offers a unique shade to the quest for “greener” manufacturing operations.
Read More »Manufacturing Orders, Production Continue to Grow
This marks the 12th consecutive month in which the PMI has grown, and August is the highest reading since April 2011.
Read More »Cummins Beats Tesla to the Punch with Electric Big Rig
This time the California automaker synonymous with electric vehicle tech just might be facing a run for its money from an unlikely competitor.
Read More »Manufacturing Bucks Employment Trend
While overall job growth slowed in August, manufacturing employment rose by the most in four years.
Read More »HUMMER Manufacturer Awarded $2.2B Contract
Indiana-based AM General has an interesting history. After creating the legendary Humvee and HUMMER vehicles, the company lost a huge portion of its business due to the need for greater defenses against IEDs.
Read More »Manufacturers Show True Colors During Tragedy
While the generosity stemming from financial donations should always be celebrated, it’s equally inspiring to see manufacturers put their products to use in the best possible ways.
Read More »VW to Reprise the 1960s Microbus
VW is breathing new life into its classic “hippie van”.
Read More »New Mexico Lands Laser Weapons Deal
In addition to generating engineering jobs for New Mexico, this work on advanced energy weaponry has paradigm-shifting potential.
Read More »The Growing Importance of the Anadarko Region
The focus of Hurricane Harvey has, and should remain, on the struggles of those caught in the storm’s path. However, it will also impact oil refining operations, meaning other sites could be counted on to supplement shortages.
Read More »Ethiopia Could be the Next China
Featuring the second largest population on the continent, a less expensive labor pool, and a relatively stable government, the country has been attracting new manufacturing partners.
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