Scientists at The University of Manchester have developed a method using basic heat to drive chemical reactions that normally require expensive light or electricity equipment. The approach uses common azo compounds and formate salts to create reactive molecules for drug manufacturing. This could mak
Lordstown, Ohio has officially banned all data center developments following a unanimous Village Council vote. The decision blocks a proposed $3.6 billion facility that would have spanned 1.65 million square feet. An attorney for the developer is already protesting the decision as unlawful.
Al Gharbia Pipe Company has been recognized as an Industry 4.0 Digital Leader by the UAE’s Ministry of Industry. The certification positions AGPC as a top performer in the LSAW steel pipe sector. The award supports the UAE’s Operation 300 billion industrial strategy.
Swedish contamination control startup DREV has raised €2.8 million to expand its Vault product line. The technology captures hazardous “black dust” from battery manufacturing while recovering valuable metals. The funding comes as Europe ramps up gigafactory compliance requirements.
General Motors is pushing beyond rare earth headlines to build actual domestic supply chains. The automaker has partnered with MP Materials, Lithium Americas, and Global Foundries. But scaling these projects presents the real challenge.
Mature subsea operations don’t have to choose between costly replacement and rising downtime. A hybrid approach that maintains legacy compatibility while upgrading performance is proving more sustainable. The key is rigorous testing and interface harmonization.
EPC has launched the EPC91120, a high-performance 3-phase brushless DC motor drive inverter optimized for humanoid robot joints. The compact 32mm-diameter board integrates directly within robotic motor assemblies and delivers up to 21A peak current.
IBM is laying off several thousand employees, with sources indicating nearly half of its US infrastructure group could be affected. The cuts come despite the company reporting $1.7 billion in Q3 2025 profits and 9% revenue growth to $16.3 billion. Current job openings heavily favor India over the US
The manufacturing industry is embracing a new framework called the AI Productivity Cycle. This three-phase approach promises to connect data silos and accelerate innovation. But is this just another tech buzzword or the real deal?
Rivian Automotive delivered a surprising third quarter with $24 million in gross profit, beating expectations of a $38.6 million loss. The company’s joint venture with Volkswagen and software services helped offset automotive losses while maintaining 2025 guidance.
