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Utz to Close Oldest Plant

The Hanover, PA plant first opened in 1949.

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Boeing Settles Allegations of Shortcuts in V-22 Osprey Manufacturing

The company failed to adhere to agreed-upon standards for the fabrication of composite components.

October 2, 2023

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China Cuts Access to Key Materials; Alumacraft Layoffs; Toyota's Gigacasting Prototype | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 138

Also on the podcast, picketing workers hit by car, golf ball maker fined after fire, Lego struggles with sustainability, UPS to hire 100,000 and Honda makes tiny EV for children.

October 2, 2023

Ep47

NASA Needs a New Spacecraft to Help the Space Station Meet Its Fiery End, Safely

The old ISS still has some good years left, but space agencies are already planning for its demise.

September 29, 2023

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Autonomous Microrobot Swarms Can Catch Industrial Gas Leaks

It’s an upgrade from the beetles wearing backpacks (which is real).

September 28, 2023

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Honda Designs Tiny EV for Children's Hospitals

It borrows parts from a Honda IndyCar.

September 27, 2023

Security Breach: 'They're Hitting Everyone They Can'

September 29, 2023

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How to Solve the Manufacturing Skilled Worker Shortage

September 26, 2023

77-Year-Old Boat Maker Announces Layoffs

September 26, 2023

OSHA Says Concrete Pipe Maker Could Have Prevented Teen’s Death

September 25, 2023

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Ford Changes Blue Oval; Railyard Explosion; F-35 Crash | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 137

Also on the podcast, inside the "Big Three" strike, space factory denied re-entry, huge humanoid robot factory opens, brain implant treats depression and Kraft Heinz had to recall a lot of cheese.

September 25, 2023

Ep43

Toyota Gigacasting Prototype Builds Third of a Car Body in Three Minutes

The operation typically involves 86 pieces and a 33-step process that takes hours.

September 22, 2023

Ep42

China's Export of Two Key Rare Minerals Drops to Zero

The move could be retaliation in a tech war with the United States.

September 21, 2023

Ep58

Security Breach: How Hackers Are Targeting Vehicles and Fleets

EV charging stations, telematics and infotainment offer tremendous benefits — and security vulnerabilities.

September 21, 2023

Ep41

Space Factory Denied Re-Entry to Earth

Just how long can its payload last in orbit?

September 20, 2023

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Agility to Open World's First Humanoid Robot Factory

They're not just making a few of these things.

September 19, 2023

Ep39

Defense Contractor to Pay $4.4M for False Claims Violations

The company faced accusations of millions in double billing.

September 18, 2023

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Lucid CEO's Salary; Hamster Wheel Ocean Cross; Cybertruck Loses Wheel Cover | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 136

Also on the podcast, barge sinks due to poor maintenance, broken pin causes plane accident, J&J ditches script logo, Toyota's new tri-gen system and the finalists for the toy hall of fame.

September 18, 2023

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Security Breach: Looking Back to Move Forward

The Industry IoT Consortium's new security framework, and how it offers a "belt and suspenders" approach to cybersecurity.

September 14, 2023

Ep38

Ford Changes Iconic Blue Oval

The subtle alteration debuted on the 2024 F-150.

September 14, 2023

Ep37

Cybertruck Loses Wheel Cover on Freeway

The Tesla truck's path to market remains a bumpy ride.

September 13, 2023

Ep36

Manufacturer Fined $298K for Not Fixing Hazards that Led to Amputation

A worker's hand became caught in a polishing machine at Air Starter Components in Texas.

September 12, 2023

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Lack of Maintenance Sunk $6M Barge

It released nearly 2,000 gallons of oil.

September 11, 2023

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Tesla's Mysterious Project; Lockheed's New Rocket; Toyota Shutdown Cause | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 135

Also on the podcast, engineers hack voice recognition with PVC, Nissan repurposes old Leaf batteries, tennis balls surprisingly unsustainable, U.S. needs to restore chemical oversight and a 99-year-old turbine gets a new lease on life.

September 11, 2023

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Man-Made Hamster Wheel Tries to Cross the Atlantic Ocean

It's called a "Hydro Pod vessel."

September 8, 2023