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Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
U.S. Steel Commits $475M to Install New Quench & Tempering Line
U.S. Steel just announced plans to invest some $475 million for the installation of a new quench & tempering (Q&T) line at its Fairfield Tubular Operations in Alabama.
'World's First' Fusion Power Plant Given Regulatory Clearance
Helion is a Washington-based fusion energy company. Last week, the company claimed to become the first company in the world to secure the regulatory licenses needed for a fusion power plant.
Ford Motor Sues to Shut Down Lemon Law Fraud
Last week, Ford Motor filed a lawsuit against Quill & Arrow. The lawsuit alleges rampant lawsuit abuse. Yes, it is a lawsuit over lawsuits, but this one comes after Quill & Arrow filed thousands of Lemon Law cases every year against Ford and other automakers.
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LA Mayor Bass Declares Emergency to Secure Resources to Help Fight Warehouse Fire
Authorities said the cold-storage warehouse has "85 million pounds of frozen food inside."
Quantum Sensors Could Spot Hidden Damage
These sensors could help engineers pinpoint problems before they get worse.
Boston Dynamics Announces $100 Million U.S. Expansion Effort
Boston Dynamics yesterday announced plans to transform a 323,000 square foot facility in Waltham, Massachusetts, into an advanced robotics and AI center. The company will invest $100 million in the project and anticipates creating 1,250 new jobs by 2033.
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