Armstrong International celebrates the groundbreaking of a new 29,000-sq-ft industrial heat pump manufacturing wing at its Three Rivers, Michigan-based manufacturing campus in June.
The U.S. manufacturing sector surged in June, with a wave of announcements from industry leaders across various sectors. From groundbreaking solar facilities to significant expansions in pharmaceuticals and automotive components, these ventures promise billions in investments and create thousands of jobs. Here’s a closer look at some of the most noteworthy developments:
Solar Power Takes Center Stage:
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- Oklahoma: Norwegian solar giant NorSun announced its first U.S. manufacturing plant in Tulsa, a $620 million investment creating 320 jobs. This facility will produce silicon ingots and solar wafers, critical components for solar panels.
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- Nevada: Nextracker and Unimacts opened a new 160,000-square-foot facility in Sloan to manufacture steel torque tubes, another key component for solar power plants. This expansion will bolster solar power generation capacity in the southwestern U.S.
Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare:
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- North Carolina: Novo Nordisk, driven by the demand for weight loss drugs, announced a $4.1 billion investment to build a second manufacturing facility in Clayton. This expansion will create 1,000 new jobs and double the size of their existing operations in the state.
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- North Carolina: Kyowa Kirin, a global specialty pharmaceutical company, is investing $530 million to establish a new facility in Sanford. This 171,700-square-foot facility will focus on the production of biologic therapies for rare and serious diseases, creating over 100 new jobs.
Automotive Industry Heats Up:
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- Tennessee: PPG Industries is making a $300 million investment, with a new 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Loudon County being the highlight. This facility will primarily produce automotive paints and coatings.
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- Alabama: Toyota is supercharging its Huntsville engine factory with a $282 million investment, creating over 350 new jobs and introducing new drivetrain production lines. This expansion strengthens Toyota Alabama’s total investment to $1.7 billion.
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- Indiana: Toyota Material Handling announced a groundbreaking $100 million investment in a new 295,000-square-foot facility in Columbus, dedicated to electric forklift production. This state-of-the-art factory will create 85 new jobs and is expected to start production in June 2026.
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- Texas: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS) celebrated the opening of a new artillery projectile metal parts facility in Mesquite. The facility boasts high levels of automation and innovative manufacturing processes.
Other Notable Developments:
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- Wisconsin: Kikkoman, the world-renowned soy sauce producer, is constructing a state-of-the-art production facility in Jefferson. This new facility is expected to start shipments in fall 2026.
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- Michigan: Armstrong International announced the groundbreaking of a new 29,000-square-foot industrial heat pump manufacturing wing at its Three Rivers facility.
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- Ohio: Altor Solutions, a leading foam manufacturing company, relocated to a new state-of-the-art facility in Newcomerstown, with an investment exceeding $23 million.
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- Tennessee: Tyler Technologies, a leader in public sector software, opened a new 21,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Kingston Springs to enhance the production of hardware supporting their correctional software.
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- Indiana: Lucas Oil, a leading distributor of automotive lubricants, announced the opening of its new Advanced Grease Manufacturing Facility in Corydon. This expansion aims to address the national grease shortage.
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- New Hampshire: SPEE3D, an innovative leader in metal additive manufacturing, inaugurated its first U.S.-based manufacturing facility and applications center at the University of New Hampshire.
These announcements highlight the continued growth and dynamism of the U.S. manufacturing sector, with investments spread across clean energy, automotive, construction, and consumer goods industries. The creation of thousands of jobs will undoubtedly impact local economies, while the focus on advanced technologies and sustainable practices positions the U.S. to be a leader in these growing markets.
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