Advanced Manufacturing

While there is no widely accepted definition of advanced manufacturing, the sector is characterized by high levels of automation, rapid prototyping, lean production methods and “green” processing technologies.

Shaw Industries, Inc. in Dalton, GA.
The carpet and floor covering industry in the Greater Dalton area is emerging from the recent recession stronger than ever.
Dell in Nashville, TN
Dell's 260,000-square-foot plant in Lebanon produces desktop computers.
M7 Technologies in Youngstown, OH
The region has developed its manufacturing legacy into a highly sophisticated advanced manufacturing center.
Aerospace Industry in Washington State
Washington
Washington state is a manufacturing powerhouse with more than 7,000 companies employing almost 260,000 workers engaged in making products for the industries for which the state is renowned, including advanced products for the aerospace, marine craft and forestry industries.
Nissan in Smyrna, TN
Smyrna's Nissan plant manufactures 550,000 vehicles annually, producing Altima and Maxima cars, the Frontier pickup truck, Xterra compact SUV and the Pathfinder mid-size SUV.
Mohawk Industries in Dalton, GA
The resurgence of Dalton's carpet industry is drawing international investment.
Illinois
Illinois nanotechnology industry is growing with the help of local research facilities.
Dalton's carpet manufacturing industry is stepping up its long-held commitment to environmentally friendly practices.