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Why This New Factory Looks Like Rolling Hills

This is the same company that is building a giant treehouse near Detroit.

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End-to-End Additive Solutions Bridge Physical-Digital Manufacturing Gap

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These tools help move from concept to production-grade parts in hours rather than weeks.

End-to-End Additive Solutions Bridge Physical-Digital Manufacturing Gap

Chemical Leak at West Virginia Plant Kills 2, Sends 30 More to Hospital

Workers were preparing to shut down part of the facility.

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Air Liquide to Expand Louisiana Hub

The $350 million project would allow the company to supply gases to a forthcoming steel plant.

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Metalformers’ Outlook Remains Steady; Slight Decline in Shipping Levels

Companies also anticipate a decline in incoming orders for the next three months.

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Despite Tariffs, GM Still Builds Cheaper Cars in Korea

The company is investing millions in plants that will export vehicles to the U.S.

South Korean flag design overlaid with blue and red Hyundai vehicles and 'Manufacturing Now' text

Tornado Damages Rivian R2 Factory as Critical Launch Nears

The company expects to begin deliveries this spring.

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GM, Ford Asked to Support U.S. Weapons Supply Chain as Wars Drain Inventory

Officials described the request as a “matter of national security.”

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Auto Parts Manufacturer Sentenced for Illegally Storing Hazardous Waste

An investigation found hundreds of drums hidden around the site.

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How GM’s Designers Are Using AI

Processes that took months of heavy lifting now happen in minutes.

Futuristic silver concept car with '02' marking on urban highway with city skyline

Refund Portal Launches for $127B in Unconstitutional Tariffs

Experts warn that one minor error can trigger rejection.

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Kimberly-Clark Arson; Mustard Pipe Scandal; VW's Sales Cliff | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 265

Also on the podcast, Rivian's plan for old batteries, AI-powered welding robot dogs build ships and funding cuts could cripple cybersecurity efforts.

Gearshift Issue May Lead to Loss of Control in 1.4M Ford Vehicles

The recall includes F-150 light trucks with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Red Ford F-150 truck on assembly line with worker in manufacturing facility

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