# new material (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover new material. Page: Feed: --- ## [Intel report shows gap between robotics expectations and readiness](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/intel-report-shows-gap-between-robotics-expectations-and-readiness/828709/) _2026-08-25 · Nathan Owens · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ Although 70% of manufacturing leaders expect to manage a robot fleet in the next five years, roughly four in 10 have a formal strategy in place for a mixed human-robot workforce. ## [Phase 2 of CMMC is delayed. That doesn’t mean compliance is.](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/cmmc-defense-war-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-phase-2-delay/828520/) _2026-08-25 · Sara Samora · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ While the Defense Department's pause gives some contractors relief, experts say they should take the time to continue implementing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirements in their operations. ## [Cleveland-Cliffs to invest $1B in Middletown blast furnace](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/cleveland-cliffs-invest-1b-middletown-blast-furnace-sierra-club-pushback/828582/) _2026-08-24 · Nathan Owens · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The move walks back a previous plan to replace the facility's coal-powered infrastructure with low-emissions technology funded by federal tax dollars, environmental groups said. ## [Trump’s 50% tariff on many Canada imports in effect as talks stall](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/trumps-50-tariff-canada-imports-in-effect-as-talks-stall/828583/) _2026-08-24 · Phil Neuffer · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The two countries failed to reach an agreement before Saturday's deadline for the levies, with Canada vowing to "match those tariffs dollar for dollar." ## [Packaging companies look to renewables, energy efficiency to reduce costs](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/packaging-companies-renewable-energy-costs-efficiency/827950/) _2026-08-24 · Michelle No · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The ongoing rise in costs is making energy procurement projects and installations additionally attractive for companies such as Smurfit Westrock, Pepsico, SPG and more. ## [Digital twins: How Eplan and Rittal turn design efficiency into business growth](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/spons/digital-twins-how-eplan-and-rittal-turn-design-efficiency-into-business-gr/828101/) _2026-08-24 · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The gap between what teams design and what they can build is the real cost center in manufacturing, and most companies don't put a number on it. ## [How to choose the right scale for manufacturing applications](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/spons/how-to-choose-the-right-scale-for-manufacturing-applications/827916/) _2026-08-24 · Still need | TBD · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ By aligning capabilities with application requirements, fit-for-purpose scales provide reliable results while minimizing waste, rework, and unnecessary costs. ## [Smart and sustainable monitoring solutions for pneumatically-driven machines](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/spons/smart-and-sustainable-monitoring-solutions-for-pneumatically-driven-machine/828514/) _2026-08-24 · Jon Jensen, Nathan Eisle, Sahith Sanike · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ Reduce Energy Costs and CO2 Footprint to Increase Profitability ## [The compliance answer was never the hard part. Defending it is.](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/spons/the-compliance-answer-was-never-the-hard-part-defending-it-is/828355/) _2026-08-24 · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ Why manufacturers can find a regulatory answer in seconds, but still can't defend it in an audit. ## [Deere lifts sales guidance, bolstered by data center construction](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/deere-lifts-sales-guidance-data-center-construction-q3-2026/828483/) _2026-08-21 · Nathan Owens · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ Orders for bulldozers, excavators and other earth-moving equipment are largely full for the rest of the year. The company also recognized $110 million in tariff refunds during the third quarter. ## [Build with the cheapest GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/kdIA6N27YHtI) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Deployed a live API in minutes; one user spent under $10. ## [Micron adds $10B memory lab to its Idaho expansion plans](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/micron-announces-10b-houston-based-micron-research-labs/828429/) _2026-08-20 · Jeff Kinney · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The research facility will bring together industry, government, academia and other stakeholders to pursue AI memory compute breakthroughs. Construction is expected to begin next year. ## [SandboxAQ’s goal to find PFAS-free alternatives for the semiconductor industry](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/chips-act-pfas-sandboxaq-ai-lqm-stefan-leichenauer-engineering/828283/) _2026-08-20 · Sara Samora · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The Silicon Valley startup developed an advanced computational method to also help find alternatives for rare-earth-free magnets, catalysts and batteries in the sector, said Stefan Leichenauer, VP of engineering. ## [Tesla looks to build $10B solar cell manufacturing site in Texas](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/tesla-eyes-10b-solar-cell-manufacturing-site-fort-bend-county-texas/828372/) _2026-08-20 · Nathan Owens · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The automaker is evaluating multiple states for Project Crystal Sun. The Fort Bend County site would create more than 9,712 jobs and begin construction as soon as this year. ## [Illinois bill streamlines manufacturing career paths for high schoolers](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/illinois-bill-manufacturing-careers-high-school-labor-force/828303/) _2026-08-20 · Jeff Kinney · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The legislation aims to ensure students have access to hands-on training for jobs in CNC machining, welding and other fields. ## [Bristol Myers Squibb to build $2.3B manufacturing campus in Houston](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/bristol-myers-squibb-invest-2b-manufacturing-campus-houston/828245/) _2026-08-19 · Nathan Owens · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The 600,000-square-foot campus will produce several types of medicines with room for expansion as digital integration and automation capabilities evolve. ## [Nearly 60 members of Congress call for aluminum pricing investigation](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/house-representatives-commerce-investigation-aluminum-pricing-midwest-premium/828246/) _2026-08-19 · Katie Pyzyk · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ At issue is the Midwest Premium, which reportedly incorporates the 50% aluminum tariffs on domestic manufacturers - even those that use domestically recycled aluminum. ## [Big Ass Fans maker to acquire Ebm-Papst for $5.4B](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/madison-air-solutions-acquiring-54b-ebm-papst-hvac-semiconductor/828233/) _2026-08-19 · Sara Samora · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ Madison Air Solutions' acquisition of the Germany-based HVAC firm will expand the fan manufacturer's capabilities and strengthen its footprint in growing markets such as the semiconductor industry. ## [Raytheon gets $23B Navy contract to boost Tomahawk missile production](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/us-navy-raytheon-23b-contract-rtx-tomahawk-missile-production/828047/) _2026-08-18 · Sara Samora · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ Additionally, the weapons maker's parent company, RTX, and Boeing signed agreements to accelerate component manufacturing for SM-3 Block IIA and SM-3 Block IB munitions. ## [New materials are key to manufacturing innovation: Z-Polymers](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/new-materials-innovation-mike-zimmerman-3D-printing-additive-manufacturing/828050/) _2026-08-18 · Jeff Kinney · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ CEO Mike Zimmerman spoke about the challenges of developing and commercializing new materials, including problems related to funding, scale-up and the labor force. ## [Trump inks MOU allowing US Navy ships to be built overseas](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/trump-us-navy-shipbuilding-finland-mou-defense-war/827962/) _2026-08-17 · Sara Samora · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ The memorandum of understanding will allow foreign shipbuilders to construct up to two vessels in their home shipyards overseas. ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/idfDdVDMlZf8) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [How to navigate background screening for the manufacturing workforce](https://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/background-screening-manufacturing-hiring-risk-ai-compliance/826976/) _2026-08-17 · Keesa Schreane · Manufacturing Dive - Latest News_ Manufacturers must balance a need to fill many open roles with finding candidates that can meet safety standards and evolving regulatory requirements. Meanwhile, AI is increasing concerns about hiring fraud.