Manufacturing in the United States

PPG’s Harris, Nuzzio Earn STEP Ahead Awards From Manufacturing Institute

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Chemicals, Plastics, Other Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Climate change denial, Manufacturing in the United States, National Association of Manufacturers

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that employees Rachel Harris and Kristin Nuzzio received 2021 STEP Ahead Awards from the Manufacturing Institute for their exemplary leadership and industry achievements.

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  • PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that employees Rachel Harris and Kristin Nuzzio received 2021 STEP Ahead Awards from the Manufacturing Institute for their exemplary leadership and industry achievements.
  • The Manufacturing Institute, which is the education and workforce partner of the National Association of Manufacturers, created the STEP Ahead Awards to recognize the accomplishments of outstanding female leadership in manufacturing.
  • The Manufacturing Institute (the Institute) is the 501(c)(3) affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers.
  • The Institute is the authority on the attraction, qualification and development of world-class manufacturing talent.

NEMA Announces Debra Phillips as Next President and Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Manufacturing in the United States, National Electrical Manufacturers Association, Nema, Nema, NEMA connector

ROSSLYN, Va., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) announced today that Debra Phillips will be the next President and CEO of NEMA.

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  • ROSSLYN, Va., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) announced today that Debra Phillips will be the next President and CEO of NEMA.
  • Phillips joins NEMA from the American Petroleum Institute, where she led the Standard-setting, revenue-generating businesses and global operations division as Senior Vice President of Global Industry Services.
  • Phillips previously served as Vice President of Sustainability at the American Chemistry Council and earlier in her career held director and engineering positions in private-sector chemical and manufacturing companies.
  • The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) represents nearly 325 electrical equipment and medical imaging manufacturers that make safe, reliable, and efficient products and systems.

Sierra Space Secures Senior Aerospace Exec Tom Vice as CEO

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Monday, July 19, 2021
Satellite, Human resources, Engineering, Professional services, Technology, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Security, Aerion, Sierra Nevada Corporation, SNC, Economy of the United States, Private spaceflight, Manufacturing in the United States, Draft:Sierra Space, Sierra Space, Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), SIERRA SPACE, SIERRA NEVADA CORPORATION (SNC)

Sierra Space, the new commercial space subsidiary of global aerospace and national security leader Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), has named senior aerospace executive Tom Vice as the companys Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Sierra Space, the new commercial space subsidiary of global aerospace and national security leader Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), has named senior aerospace executive Tom Vice as the companys Chief Executive Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210719005235/en/
    Sierra Space, a new independent commercial space company, has named senior aerospace executive Tom Vice as the company's Chief Executive Officer.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Tom Vice joins Sierra Space following an extensive career in aerospace, including most recently serving as CEO for Aerion Corporation.
  • In spring 2021, SNC announced the transition of its Space Systems business area to an independent commercial space company, Sierra Space.

Michigan Education Budget Awards $6 Million to SME PRIME Initiative

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Articles, Education, Science, Manufacturing in the United States, SME, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

The award will double the number of schools participating in the unique manufacturer/educator partnership-driven SME PRIME initiative, which offers education and career-readiness opportunities to high school students.

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  • The award will double the number of schools participating in the unique manufacturer/educator partnership-driven SME PRIME initiative, which offers education and career-readiness opportunities to high school students.
  • The SME Education Foundation will receive $6 million from the state of Michigan for its SME PRIME initiative.
  • "Our SME PRIME schools have been a model; a unique approach to STEM education and career preparation implemented by scores of schools across the nation," said SME Education Foundation Vice President Rob Luce.
  • Joe Kann, president of the SME Education Foundation Board of Directors, said, "This bipartisan budget bill is transformational for schools and students throughout Michigan.

Bollinger Shipyards Christens Ocean Transport Barge Holland for General Dynamics Electric Boat

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Maritime, Defense, Transport, Manufacturing, Other Manufacturing, Contracts, Bollinger Shipyards, General Dynamics, Bollinger, Shipyard, Companies, Economy of the United States, Manufacturing in the United States

Bollinger Shipyards LLC (Bollinger) on Saturday, July 10, christened the Holland, an ocean transport barge for General Dynamics Electric Boat.

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  • Bollinger Shipyards LLC (Bollinger) on Saturday, July 10, christened the Holland, an ocean transport barge for General Dynamics Electric Boat.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210712005517/en/
    U.S. Navy, Bollinger Shipyards, General Dynamics Electric Boat and Bristol Harbor Group representatives in front of the Holland (Photo Credit: Derick Hingle Photography)
    Bollinger Shipyards is pleased to partner with General Dynamics Electric Boat to help meet the expanding needs of the United States Navy, said Bollinger President & C.E.O.
  • The men and women of Electric Boat are proud of our long history in providing the worlds finest submarines to our Navy and our Nation, said Kevin Graney, President, General Dynamics Electric Boat.
  • In November 2019, General Dynamics Electric Boat selected Bollinger to construct the Holland, a 400ft x 100ft Ocean Transport Barge.

Newell Brands to Webcast Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Results

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Fashion, Retail, Other Consumer, Consumer, Other Retail, Home Goods, Office Products, American brands, Hoboken, New Jersey, Newell Brands, Newell, NWL, Companies, American culture, Manufacturing in the United States

Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL) today announced its second quarter 2021 earnings results will be released Friday, July 30, 2021 prior to market open and will be followed by a live webcast at 11:00 A.M.

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  • Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL) today announced its second quarter 2021 earnings results will be released Friday, July 30, 2021 prior to market open and will be followed by a live webcast at 11:00 A.M.
  • To listen to the webcast, please select Events & Presentations from the Investors tab of the Newell Brands website at www.newellbrands.com .
  • Newell Brands is building beloved #1 and #2 brands that brighten homes and lives every day and create moments of joy, build confidence and provide peace of mind.
  • This press release and additional information about Newell Brands are available on the companys website, www.newellbrands.com .

Advances in Manufacturing Shared the Spotlight at NAMRI | SME Awards During 49th Annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Manufacturing in the United States, SME

CINCINNATI, July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Scientists, engineers, and academics from the manufacturing world met virtually last week to discuss industry advances and acknowledge excellence in research and commercial implementation at the 49th annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference (NAMRC).

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  • CINCINNATI, July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Scientists, engineers, and academics from the manufacturing world met virtually last week to discuss industry advances and acknowledge excellence in research and commercial implementation at the 49th annual North American Manufacturing Research Conference (NAMRC).
  • The virtual event, organized this year by the University of Cincinnati, was sponsored by the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME (NAMRI | SME) June 21-25.
  • NAMRI | SME brings together researchers from leading companies, government laboratories, academic institutions and industrial think tanks located around the world for advancing the scientific foundation of discrete-parts manufacturing.
  • As part of the NAMRI | SME Member Meeting preceding the awards ceremony, the NAMRI | SME 2021-22 board and directors were ratified by vote from members present.

SME Education Foundation Awards Record Number of Manufacturing and Engineering Scholarships to Underrepresented Students

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Manufacturing in the United States, SME, Scholarship

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The SME Education Foundation has awarded 323 scholarships a record number to students pursuing a postsecondary education in manufacturing, engineering or related technologies.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The SME Education Foundation has awarded 323 scholarships a record number to students pursuing a postsecondary education in manufacturing, engineering or related technologies.
  • Since 2005, the SME Education Foundation has awarded $9 million to 3,469 deserving students.
  • Scholarship awards to female students nearly doubled, and scholarships to minority students and minority female students nearly tripled and quadrupled, respectively.
  • "SME and the SME Education Foundation are committed to providing the financial support necessary to enable all deserving and accomplished young people their pursuit of a higher-education journey," said Rob Luce, vice president of the SME Education Foundation.

SME Recognizes its 20 Most Influential Academics in Smart Manufacturing

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Manufacturing in the United States, SME, Manufacturing, SMart

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SME , the professional association committed to advancing manufacturing and developing a skilled workforce, today identified 20 academics who are educating and shaping the next generation of engineers and smart manufacturing technologists across a diverse range of disciplines.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SME , the professional association committed to advancing manufacturing and developing a skilled workforce, today identified 20 academics who are educating and shaping the next generation of engineers and smart manufacturing technologists across a diverse range of disciplines.
  • All were selected with the help of industry peers and manufacturing experts by SME Media's Smart Manufacturing magazine.
  • These educators are teaching smart manufacturing methods and technologies that are being developed today for use tomorrow, both here, and if one honoree has his way, on other planets.
  • SME connects manufacturing professionals, academia and communities, sharing knowledge and resources to build inspired, educated and prosperous manufacturers and enterprises.

Newell Brands to Webcast Fireside Chat at the dbAccess Global Consumer Conference

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Friday, May 28, 2021
Retail, Other Consumer, Consumer, Other Retail, Home Goods, Office Products, American brands, Hoboken, New Jersey, Newell Brands, Newell, NWL, Fireside, Companies, Manufacturing in the United States, Economy of the United States

Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL) announced today that President and Chief Executive Officer, Ravi Saligram, and Chief Financial Officer and President, Business Operations, Chris Peterson, will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the dbAccess Global Consumer Conference at 9:00 A.M.

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  • Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL) announced today that President and Chief Executive Officer, Ravi Saligram, and Chief Financial Officer and President, Business Operations, Chris Peterson, will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the dbAccess Global Consumer Conference at 9:00 A.M.
  • The fireside chat will be webcast live and may be accessed by selecting Events & Presentations from the Newell Brands website at ir.newellbrands.com .
  • Newell Brands is committed to enhancing the lives of consumers around the world with planet friendly, innovative and attractive products that create moments of joy and provide peace of mind.
  • This press release and additional information about Newell Brands are available on the companys website, www.newellbrands.com .