https://stampandpress.com/2026-08-21https://stampandpress.com/share-home.svg https://stampandpress.com/news/north-american-trade-crucial/2026-08-21https://stampandpress.com/share-north-american-trade-crucial.svgWorker, employee, company, factory, work, job. Manufacturing professional photographyThe National Association of Manufacturers emphasizes the importance of North American trade for US manufacturing, citing the USMCA agreement and the need for cooperation with Canada and Mexico. https://stampandpress.com/news/atdev-advances-autonomous-wheelchair/2026-08-20https://stampandpress.com/share-atdev-advances-autonomous-wheelchair.svgMachine, mill, industry, steam, milling, machining. Manufacturing equipmentAssistive Technology Development Inc. is working on a modern power wheelchair with a coordinated robotic arm to give users more independence and freedom (Source: The Robot Report) https://stampandpress.com/news/agtonomy-enhances-autonomous-farm/2026-08-20https://stampandpress.com/share-agtonomy-enhances-autonomous-farm.svgGrinding, car, automotive, metalwork, manufacturing, grinder. Manufacturing equipmentAgtonomy has released new autonomous multi-point turning features for farm equipment, enabling complex maneuvers in tight spaces without human intervention. (Source: The Robot Report) https://stampandpress.com/news/robots-need-natural-communication/2026-08-20https://stampandpress.com/share-robots-need-natural-communication.svgMan, welding, welder, manufacturing, worker, metal. Manufacturing industryAccording to Treble, robots that cannot communicate naturally with humans will not be adopted, and the key to natural communication is advanced audio and voice technologies. https://stampandpress.com/news/unichem-acquires-loomia-accelerate/2026-08-20https://stampandpress.com/share-unichem-acquires-loomia-accelerate.svgMoving around cargo on a conveyor belt. ManufacturingMaterials company Unichem Co. has acquired Loomia Technologies Inc. to enter the market for 'electronic skin' for humanoids, as well as the market for interior materials for smart mobility. https://stampandpress.com/news/fort-robotics-go-public/2026-08-20https://stampandpress.com/share-fort-robotics-go-public.svgClose-up view of an industrial metal cutting machine in operation with coolant flowing...FORT Robotics, a company specializing in safety technology for robots, is merging with a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) to go public. The combined company will be valued at over $500... https://stampandpress.com/news/optimizing-motion-systems-high/2026-08-20https://stampandpress.com/share-optimizing-motion-systems-high.svgA long exposure is used to photograph the movement of refrigerators being transported on the...Motion system designers face the challenge of creating effective systems for high-voltage environments without introducing unnecessary complexity. Kollmorgen suggests that not every axis within a... https://stampandpress.com/news/us-delays-tariffs-canadian/2026-08-20https://stampandpress.com/share-us-delays-tariffs-canadian.svgClose-up of a CNC milling machine working on metal for precise manufacturing. Manufacturing close upPresident Trump delays implementation of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing progress in trade talks. (Source: Supply Chain Dive) https://stampandpress.com/news/serve-robotics-expands-autonomous/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-serve-robotics-expands-autonomous.svgMachine, factory, automation, manufacturing, technology, industrial. Manufacturing equipmentServe Robotics partners with Grubhub to launch autonomous delivery services in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Alexandria, Va., while expanding into Washington, D.C., and San Jose. The company also... https://stampandpress.com/news/unitree-robotics-ipo-marks/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-unitree-robotics-ipo-marks.svgClose-up of modern electric sewing machine working stitching piece of textile. Girl's manicured...Unitree Robotics' successful IPO on Shanghai's STAR Market raises questions about the future of humanoid robotics in industrial settings and the potential for other companies to follow suit. https://stampandpress.com/news/pudu-robotics-introduces-mp2000/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-pudu-robotics-introduces-mp2000.svgLow angle exterior of factory located on city street under blue sky in evening time...Pudu Robotics has launched the MP2000, an AI-driven autonomous forklift designed for rapid, heavy-duty pallet transport in manufacturing and logistics environments. The robot features advanced... https://stampandpress.com/news/kollmorgen-address-humanoid-motion/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-kollmorgen-address-humanoid-motion.svgClose-up of a dental technician working on a prosthetic denture using precision tools. We are...Kollmorgen will present a joint-by-joint approach to humanoid robot motion at RoboBusiness 2026, highlighting the challenges of scaling from prototype to production. (Source: The Robot Report) https://stampandpress.com/news/amazon-invest-distribution-center/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-amazon-invest-distribution-center.svgFlower, perfume, background, love, rose, ease. Manufacturing BusinessAmazon is planning a 1 million-square-foot retail distribution facility in Norwich, Connecticut, as part of its network growth strategy (Source: Supply Chain Dive) https://stampandpress.com/news/raytheon-awarded-9b-navy/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-raytheon-awarded-9b-navy.svgClose-up of a textured metal surface. Manufacturing close upThe U.S. Navy has granted Raytheon a $22.9 billion contract to increase Tomahawk missile production, aiming to expand workforce, shorten production time, and stabilize supply chains. This follows... https://stampandpress.com/news/kimberly-clark-tech-driven/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-kimberly-clark-tech-driven.svgWorker operates machinery in a textile factory, overseeing fabric production. ManufacturingKimberly-Clark is advancing its supply chain efficiency through three key technology initiatives: a global procurement software platform, AI-powered manufacturing agents, and an IT Digital... https://stampandpress.com/news/panama-canal-draft-restrictions/2026-08-19https://stampandpress.com/share-panama-canal-draft-restrictions.svgIndustry, factory, industrial plant, plant, nature, industrial building. ManufacturingThe Panama Canal has implemented water-saving measures to prepare for potential weather impacts from the looming El Niño climate pattern, leading to draft restrictions and increased fees for ocean... https://stampandpress.com/news/experts-call-fcc-block/2026-08-18https://stampandpress.com/share-experts-call-fcc-block.svgPollution, working, manufacture, factory, industry, smoke. Manufacturing equipmentThe Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) recent block on the sale of advanced industrial robots from countries outside the United States has sparked mixed reactions from experts. While some... https://stampandpress.com/news/manufacturers-navigate-evolving-background/2026-08-18https://stampandpress.com/share-manufacturers-navigate-evolving-background.svgIndustrial production line of a refrigerator manufacturing plant Translation: "WARNING Danger!...As the demand for skilled labor in manufacturing continues to grow, employers are facing increasingly complex background screening challenges. New technologies, changing regulations, and shifting... https://stampandpress.com/news/materials-key-manufacturing-innovation/2026-08-18https://stampandpress.com/share-materials-key-manufacturing-innovation.svgMachine, industry, technology, metal, manufacturing, industrial. Manufacturing equipmentZ-Polymers CEO Mike Zimmerman emphasizes the importance of new materials in driving manufacturing innovation, citing the challenges of developing and commercializing innovative materials. https://stampandpress.com/news/honeywell-aerospace-targets-supplier/2026-08-18https://stampandpress.com/share-honeywell-aerospace-targets-supplier.svgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA. Manufacturing close upHoneywell Aerospace is working to address supply chain issues that have hindered its ability to meet customer demand. The company has identified a small number of underperforming suppliers and is... https://stampandpress.com/news/us-navy-allow-foreign/2026-08-18https://stampandpress.com/share-us-navy-allow-foreign.svgA textile factory worker operates machinery with precision, demonstrating industrial efficiency...President Trump signs MOU allowing foreign companies to construct up to two vessels in their parent countries' shipyards to increase US Navy's shipbuilding and repair capacity. https://stampandpress.com/news/diligent-robotics-rolls-out/2026-08-18https://stampandpress.com/share-diligent-robotics-rolls-out.svgBeer, brewery, metal tanks, brewing, steam, machine. ManufacturingDiligent Robotics has started rolling out Moxi 2.0, its next-generation platform, to health system customers across the U.S. The company claims that its five years of operation in over 25... https://stampandpress.com/news/robotics-revolutionizes-stroke-rehabilitation-0e4c202d/2026-08-17https://stampandpress.com/share-robotics-revolutionizes-stroke-rehabilitation-0e4c202d.svgA technician's gloved hands carefully calibrate a robotic arm's mechanical fingers as it gently...A new generation of technology is transforming the way stroke survivors recover from their injuries, with robotic rehabilitation systems becoming increasingly practical clinical tools. https://stampandpress.com/news/gravis-robotics-secures-200m-7f03af11/2026-08-17https://stampandpress.com/share-gravis-robotics-secures-200m-7f03af11.svgA close-up of a robotic arm's gloved hand, set against a blurred factory backdrop, as it...Gravis Robotics, a Zurich-based company, has announced a $200 million investment from SoftBank for its Series A round, marking the largest in construction robotics history. (Source: The Robot Report) https://stampandpress.com/news/us-commerce-department-faces-e0a7ac/2026-08-17https://stampandpress.com/share-us-commerce-department-faces-e0a7ac.svgA close-up of a factory worker's gloved hands, seen from behind, as they inspect a microchip on...The US Commerce Department has been accused of failing to implement key requirements for promoting chip and microelectronics manufacturing, according to a recent report by the Government... https://stampandpress.com/news/stanley-black-decker-commits-859bfb/2026-08-17https://stampandpress.com/share-stanley-black-decker-commits-859bfb.svgA close-up shot of a worker's hands, clad in worn gloves, gripping a welding torch as they work...Stanley Black & Decker announces a $1 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing, research and development, and workforce training through 2028. The company aims to strengthen domestic production... https://stampandpress.com/news/us-steel-explosion-investigation-a2534b/2026-08-17https://stampandpress.com/share-us-steel-explosion-investigation-a2534b.svgA close-up of a worn, metal fire suppression system valve, photographed in a dimly lit...A recent investigation by the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board found that an explosion at U.S. Steel's Clairton, Pennsylvania facility was caused by poor safety practices and a... https://stampandpress.com/news/samsung-sdi-takes-full-ca1129/2026-08-17https://stampandpress.com/share-samsung-sdi-takes-full-ca1129.svgA lone welder, mid-action, crouched at a workbench, focused on a battery cell as it glows under...Samsung SDI has bought General Motors' 49.99% stake in the SynergyCells joint venture, turning the New Carlisle, Indiana facility into its first wholly owned battery factory in North America. The... https://stampandpress.com/news/reality-show-cast-steel-1f23e6/2026-08-16https://stampandpress.com/share-reality-show-cast-steel-1f23e6.svgSpacious industrial warehouse interior featuring machinery and storage shelves. Manufacturing...A Department of Defense contract has brought a metal casting competition to the worldwide stage, aiming to spread awareness of the skill trade and inspire a new workforce. https://stampandpress.com/news/ford-shift-lincoln-production-9e954d/2026-08-16https://stampandpress.com/share-ford-shift-lincoln-production-9e954d.svgA worker with a mask operating machinery in a spacious industrial warehouse. Manufacturing BusinessFord Motor Co. plans to increase domestic production of its Lincoln luxury vehicles starting in 2030, ending imports from China due to high tariffs and security concerns. The move aligns with... https://stampandpress.com/news/trump-imposes-sweeping-tariffs-ff3397/2026-08-16https://stampandpress.com/share-trump-imposes-sweeping-tariffs-ff3397.svgFactory, industry, power plant, manufacturing, barrel. ManufacturingPresident Trump has signed a proclamation imposing 100% tariffs on certain drones and their components, citing national security threats. The move aims to reduce reliance on foreign supply chains... https://stampandpress.com/news/veolia-seeks-cost-recovery-a214a2/2026-08-16https://stampandpress.com/share-veolia-seeks-cost-recovery-a214a2.svgIndustry, machinery, industrial, engineering, factory, production. ManufacturingVeolia has filed a lawsuit against six manufacturers upstream of its Stanton Water Treatment Plant in Delaware, alleging they contaminated water with PFAS chemicals. The company seeks to recover... https://stampandpress.com/news/century-aluminum-oklahoma-smelter-d40b4b/2026-08-16https://stampandpress.com/share-century-aluminum-oklahoma-smelter-d40b4b.svgCnc, machine, milling, drill, industry, metal. ManufacturingCentury Aluminum's Oklahoma smelter project is on track to break ground this year and begin producing hot metal by the end of 2029, despite local concerns and a lawsuit filed by Oklahoma Attorney... https://stampandpress.com/sectors/2026-08-20 https://stampandpress.com/automation/2026-08-20 https://stampandpress.com/workforce/2026-08-19 https://stampandpress.com/policy/2026-08-21 https://stampandpress.com/about/ https://stampandpress.com/sources-and-methods/ https://stampandpress.com/corrections/