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Gradian has opened a new $60 million, 500,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Dayton, Minnesota, expanding its capacity to produce liquid-cooling systems and chillers for data centers and industrial customers. The new facility began production in June 2026 and will create up to 1,000 jobs.
The Fertilizer Institute supports the American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026, aiming to streamline federal permitting for fertilizer facilities, reduce project delays, and strengthen domestic fertilizer supply.
U.S. Steel has approved a nearly $3 billion investment to build a modern hot strip mill at its Edgar Thomson Plant near Pittsburgh. The upgrade aims to boost production capacity and enhance energy efficiency, with initial production expected by late 2029.
The United Automobile, Aerospace & Agricultural Implement Workers of America, a labor union representing workers in various manufacturing industries, including auto, aircraft, and agricultural implements, has successfully expanded its membership to include health clinic providers at a Ford plant. This move highlights the union’s ongoing efforts to support workers across different sectors of American industry.
The 2026 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Awards in Houston celebrated this year’s leaders in upstream technology, including companies like ADNOC, Halliburton, and Baker Hughes. Their advancements in deepwater drilling, digital transformation, and automation are contributing to advancements in the global upstream sector, which could have implications for American industry and energy production.
Steel Dynamics Inc. (SDI) saw a significant increase in third quarter profits due to higher steel prices, record shipments, and low import volumes. The company’s success was attributed to strong demand in various sectors such as energy, non-residential construction, and automotive, reflecting a positive trend in American industry and manufacturing.
The FDA is considering interim access for compounded peptides while Roche’s Enspryng receives approval for thyroid eye disease. Microbiotica secures $48M in funding, Cyrano’s CYR-064 shows promise in Phase 2 trials, and Opus gene therapy demonstrates early positive results. These developments in the pharma industry may impact American workers, production, and investment in the future.
Ultium Cells, GM’s battery supplier in partnership with LG Energy Solution, announces a significant $1 billion investment to mass-produce LMR battery cells for electric trucks and other vehicles. This development highlights advancements in American industry and the growing demand for affordable electric vehicle technology.
Medical device company BD plans to invest $19 billion to bolster domestic manufacturing of critical medical supplies, including sourcing American-made steel for all needles used in the U.S. This move signals a significant investment in American industry and highlights the importance of strengthening domestic production capabilities for essential healthcare products.
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation has chosen 17 projects from National Laboratories to receive funding aimed at enhancing America’s domestic mining capabilities. This investment highlights the commitment to developing innovative technologies that can benefit American industry and support the nation’s competitiveness in the mining sector.
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