Manufacturing

BASF sponsors Clemson Be A T.I.G.E.R. Field Day, science experiments for kids

BASF’s site in Seneca sponsored and participated in Clemson University’s “Be A T.I.G.E.R. Field Day” on April 9, a free youth event created and organized by Clemson student-athletes. This annual event is one of the Upstate’s major spring kickoff events and offers a preview of the upcoming…


Proterra introduces ZX5 electric bus with 738 kilowatt hours of energy

Proterra Inc (NASDAQ: PTRA), a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, today announced that it is increasing the amount of energy onboard its purpose-built ZX5 electric transit bus – delivering more battery storage to help transit agencies scale zero-emission bus fleets with electric vehicle technology. Starting…


The Manufacturing Skills Gap: What Is It and How to Solve It?

The manufacturing skills gap is not simply a buzzword within the industry. Instead, it’s the reality that many manufacturers are facing right now. Learn what is causing this divide, and steps employers and education institutions can take to bridge it. The manufacturing industry is a juggernaut when…


Transformers: Manufacturers in-supply

Industry needs shift to technical engineering and design Contemporary manufacturers are transforming up and down the supply chain, as the means in which goods are engineered, produced, and distributed can now operate on their own. The innovation and application of robotics, digital and automated solutions have connected…


AFL Accessories Joins OpExChange – Shares Operational Excellence

Twenty-Two years without a lost-time accident.  Six-and-a-half million safe hours worked. These are some of the accolades for the AFL Accessories plant in Duncan, South Carolina. What makes this particularly impressive is the nature of work performed at this facility.  Eric Borowicz, general manager of the 150K…


Polydeck Screen: Unique Caring Culture is the foundation for Safety

Most manufacturing companies care about their employees.  Their leadership realize that an engaged workforce is fundamental to achieving their objectives whether those goals are operational, technical, financial, or societal.  This essential engagement has been particularly evident during the recent workforce crisis.  Manufacturers with an engaged workforce have…


Proterra announces multi-year battery supply agreement with The Shyft Group

Proterra announces multi-year battery supply agreement with The Shyft Group for Blue Arc electric delivery vans and EV chassis Proterra Inc (NASDAQ: PTRA), a leading innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, today announced a strategic, multi-year supply agreement with The Shyft Group® to power their Blue Arc™…


One Chapter Closes, Another Begins

It was the fall of 1983. With eager anticipation I began my career as an environmental system engineer on the Cessna Citation 3 business aircraft. My wife and I moved from Ruston, Louisiana, to Wichita, Kansas, to begin a fantastic journey. To be honest, I didn’t know…


Public Voting Narrows Field To 16 In Inaugural Manufacturing Madness

Contest to select ‘Coolest Thing Made In SC’ started with 175 nominated products COLUMBIA, S.C. — Sixteen products remain in the inaugural Manufacturing Madness presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. The winner will earn the title of “Coolest Thing Made in SC.” Nominations were accepted Feb….