Slice of Manufacturing

Formic Joins New American Industrial Alliance NAIA to Boost U.S. Manufacturing Automation Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gdiGVnGr “The key to modernizing U.S. manufacturing isn’t only in breakthrough technology — that’s only the first step — it’s driving widespread accessibility and adoption of robotics and continued investment in building a skilled workforce to operate it.” - Saman Farid, Founder and CEO at Formic “We joined NAIA to work alongside companies like Formic who have priorities that extend beyond pure business profitability and goals but speak to a greater need to grow the current U.S. manufacturing sector.” - Filip Aronshtein, Founder and CEO at Dirac, Inc. “Formic has changed the way more than 100 factories operate in the U.S. and has been a trailblazing example of how technology investments and automation will reindustrialize U.S. manufacturing.” - Austin Bishop, CEO at NAIA #SoMFNews

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Acelab Launches Materials Hub: AI-Powered Material Selection for Architects Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gMTmBZPM “We built Materials Hub because we knew there had to be a better way than hunting through scattered product data and hoping someone in the office had used a material before.” – Vardhan Mehta, AIA CSI, Co-founder & CEO at Acelab “Materials Hub has fundamentally changed how we approach material selection, ensuring our choices meet performance requirements while aligning with sustainability goals and design vision.” – Carol Ross Barney FAIA, FAIA, Hon. ASLA, Founder at Ross Barney Architects “By combining AI-powered search with collaborative tools and a firm's own project history, we've created a platform that will change the world of material selection.” – Dave Lemont, Executive Chairman, Acelab & former CEO at Revit #SoRENews

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QAD Appoints Sanjay Brahmawar as New CEO Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/g_Hi7bb3 “Sanjay joins QAD at a pivotal time in its journey. His expertise in innovation and his strong sense of customer needs make him the perfect choice to lead us forward.” — J. Charles Goodman, Chairman of the Board of Directors at QAD and Operating Partner at Thoma Bravo “I’m incredibly excited to lead QAD into this next phase of growth and success. I want our customers to know I value their trust and am 100% committed to their success. And I want our people to know that we’re going to work hard together to build a QAD that plays to win.” — Sanjay Brahmawar, incoming CEO at QAD #SoMFNews

GBI Biomanufacturing Welcomes Sven Lee to Board of Directors Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gfjRYuZi "We are thrilled to welcome Sven to our board. He brings a wealth of industry knowledge, insights, and a strong reputation that will strengthen our commitment to serve and deliver high-quality development and manufacturing solutions to our clients worldwide." — Karl Pinto, Chairman & CEO at GBI "I am honored to join GBI Biomanufacturing’s Board of Directors at such an exciting time. The company’s dedication to service, technology excellence, and ability to support biotech companies from clinical phases to commercialization align perfectly with my passion for advancing complex biopharmaceutical solutions." — Sven Lee, Board Member at GBI Biomanufacturing #SoMFNews

Sur-Seal, LLC. Acquires Kent Manufacturing Company to Expand Healthcare Capabilities Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/giWKmp7E "The acquisition is a significant building block for Sur-Seal's exciting future. Kent's enhanced medical cleanroom capabilities and ISO-13485 quality management system will allow Sur-Seal to better serve healthcare customers." — Pete Futia, Chief Executive Officer at Sur-Seal "Sur-Seal shares Kent's values in treating customers, suppliers, and employees right. They bring resources, expertise, and opportunities that will allow Kent Manufacturing to grow, innovate, and thrive." — Mike Muraski Former Owner at Kent Manufacturing #SoMFNews

Syngene International Limited Expands Global Biologics Footprint with First U.S. Site Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gf5zDTgs "With one of the largest biologics R&D teams and commercial-scale manufacturing capabilities in both India and the USA, we now offer a compelling and flexible solution for global pharma and biotech customers." — Peter Bains, CEO Designate at Syngene International Ltd "This facility is a significant milestone for Syngene, responding to growing client demand in the fastest-growing biologics market— the United States." — Alex Del Priore, SVP – Development & Manufacturing Services at Syngene International Ltd "The investment will be fully funded through internal accruals and cash, with expected EBIT margins aligning with company averages by FY30." — Deepak Jain, CFO at Syngene International Ltd #SoMFNews

Gannet BioChem Announces Key Leadership Appointments Following Acquisition by Ampersand Capital Partners Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gjeWpUXA "These leadership appointments mark an exciting new chapter for Gannet BioChem as an independent company. We are thrilled to welcome Nick and Chris to the leadership team, while continuing to collaborate with Tony in his expanded role." — Melanie Fan, Principal at Ampersand Capital Partners "DCAT presents the perfect opportunity to highlight Gannet BioChem's proven expertise in developing, scaling, and manufacturing PEG reagents while connecting with industry partners. We are eager to share our vision for the company's continued growth and our commitment to supporting biopharmaceutical innovators worldwide." — Nick Shackley, CEO at Gannet BioChem #SoMFNews