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Palantir and Divergent partner to ‘revolutionize’ on-demand advanced manufacturing

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Palantir Technologies and Divergent Technologies have agreed a strategic partnership to provide access to Divergent’s advanced manufacturing capabilities via Palantir’s software platform. 

The collaboration will bring digitally manufactured parts to Palantir’s Warp Speed and Foundry customers on-demand.

The partnership provides Palantir’s defense and commercial customers with seamless access to Divergent’s digital manufacturing capabilities in production environments. [Read more…] about Palantir and Divergent partner to ‘revolutionize’ on-demand advanced manufacturing

Semiconductor manufacturing faces labor crisis: Can the US train enough workers in time?

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By Dr Michael Moats, Missouri S&T

Semiconductors power nearly every aspect of modern life – cars, smartphones, medical devices and even national defense systems.

These tiny but essential components make the information age possible, whether they’re supporting lifesaving hospital equipment or facilitating the latest advances in artificial intelligence.

It’s easy to take them for granted, until something goes wrong. That’s exactly what happened when the Covid-19 pandemic exposed major weaknesses in the global semiconductor supply chain. [Read more…] about Semiconductor manufacturing faces labor crisis: Can the US train enough workers in time?

AMD to sell its ZT Systems server manufacturing business to Sanmina for $3 billion

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AMD, one of the world’s largest semiconductor companies, has entered into a definitive agreement to sell ZT Systems’ US-headquartered data center infrastructure manufacturing business to Sanmina, an integrated manufacturing solutions company.

As part of the transaction, Sanmina becomes a preferred new product introduction (NPI) manufacturing partner for AMD cloud rack and cluster-scale AI solutions.

AMD will retain ZT Systems’ world-class design and customer enablement teams to accelerate the quality and time-to-deployment of AMD AI systems for cloud customers. [Read more…] about AMD to sell its ZT Systems server manufacturing business to Sanmina for $3 billion

ABB’s PixelPaint brings ‘exclusive and sustainable paint finishes’ to Mercedes-Benz plant

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ABB’s innovative PixelPaint technology has been implemented at the Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant in Germany, where it complements the site’s conventional painting processes by enabling the precise and efficient application of intricate paint designs.

The sustainable and resource-saving technology began operation in 2025 as the luxury manufacturer develops new personalized options for its most exclusive models.

Joerg Reger, managing director of ABB Robotics automotive business line, says: “PixelPaint uses an award-winning paint head similar to an inkjet printer that can apply large areas of color as well as precise details with complete accuracy. [Read more…] about ABB’s PixelPaint brings ‘exclusive and sustainable paint finishes’ to Mercedes-Benz plant

Smart manufacturing delivers ‘20 percent productivity gains’, but challenges remain, says Deloitte

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Smart manufacturing is delivering measurable value, with manufacturers reporting productivity gains of up to 20 percent in both production output and workforce efficiency, according to a new report from Deloitte.

The findings come from Deloitte’s latest Smart Manufacturing and Operations study, Navigating Challenges to Implementation, which shows that while many companies are beginning to reap the rewards of digital transformation, they still face major hurdles related to operational complexity, labor shortages, and cybersecurity. [Read more…] about Smart manufacturing delivers ‘20 percent productivity gains’, but challenges remain, says Deloitte

Anheuser-Busch to invest $300 million in US manufacturing operations

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Anheuser-Busch, an American manufacturer and maker of Michelob ULTRA, Busch Light, Budweiser and Bud Light, has expanded its commitment to creating and sustaining US manufacturing jobs by announcing it will invest $300 million in its facilities across the United States.  [Read more…] about Anheuser-Busch to invest $300 million in US manufacturing operations

PPG to invest $380 million to build new US manufacturing facility

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PPG says it will invest $380 million to build a new aerospace coatings and sealants manufacturing facility in Shelby, North Carolina Construction on the 62-acre site, which will initially include manufacturing and warehousing units, is set to commence in October 2025 and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027.

The 198,000-square-foot facility will enable the company to continue meeting the growing demands of the aerospace industry. It will employ more than 110 people and produce the full line of PPG’s aerospace coatings and sealants.

The additional capacity of this new plant, combined with nearby transport links that improve supply chain and shipping logistics, will help improve service levels for customers. [Read more…] about PPG to invest $380 million to build new US manufacturing facility

MRCA launches new business unit to support US manufacturers

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An unusual organization called the Manufacturing Revitalization Corporation of America (MRCA) has launched a new business unit to better support its ever-growing manufacturing of consumer products in the USA.

The MRCA is not a government organization but works with manufacturers across the US to support them through knowledge-sharing and other initiatives.

This announcement is coupled with the acquisition of three direct-to-consumer (DTC) and e-commerce brands whose products will be made in MRCA facilities. Elton Rivas, co-founder of Semi Exact, largest of the DTC brands acquired, was appointed to lead this new business unit. [Read more…] about MRCA launches new business unit to support US manufacturers

Techman Robotics, CSBC and AMET to jointly develop welding solutions for shipbuilding

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Taiwan’s leading collaborative robot manufacturer Techman Robot, Taiwan’s largest shipbuilding company Taiwan International Shipbuilding (CSBC), and the US leader in smart welding technology AMET, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). 

The three parties will work together to develop robots that are more suitable for shipbuilding environments, promote the intelligent transformation of the shipbuilding industry, and improve welding efficiency and quality. [Read more…] about Techman Robotics, CSBC and AMET to jointly develop welding solutions for shipbuilding

Trump reverses $13 million cuts to manufacturing support program after backlash

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In a significant policy reversal, the Trump administration has reinstated nearly $13 million in funding to the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP), a federal program that supports small and medium-sized manufacturers across the United States.

The decision follows widespread criticism from lawmakers, industry leaders, and local communities who argued that the initial cuts threatened domestic manufacturing jobs and economic growth. [Read more…] about Trump reverses $13 million cuts to manufacturing support program after backlash