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Stories from the companies building and making things in America.

Made in America is a MarketScale channel documenting domestic manufacturing, construction, and engineering across U.S. industries. It gives engineers, project managers, and sourcing teams a ground-level view of American-made production capabilities and the companies behind them. Content spans facility profiles, workforce stories, and supply chain insights relevant to B2B buyers prioritizing domestic sourcing.

16 episodes
Channel Brief·Made in America · 16 episodes
Updated Apr 20, 2022

America still manufactures. Here's what's changing it.

U.S. manufacturing ranks second globally despite decades of decline narrative. The channel tracks which technologies, supply strategies, and regional investments are driving a measurable renaissance.

Made in America argues that the United States remains a manufacturing powerhouse and is experiencing renewed vitality driven by innovation, automation, and deliberate reshoring decisions. The channel supports this claim by visiting actual manufacturing facilities, interviewing company leaders and supply-chain executives, and documenting the specific technologies and business decisions behind growth in sectors ranging from semiconductors to bourbon to industrial robotics.

Drawn from Robotic Automation in American Manufacturing: … and 2 more →

“We're just a few hours away from major metro areas where business is happening. We're able to get away from it all, but we're close enough.”

Alan Nudi, Director of Sales and Marketing, Ergo Robotic Solutions

By the numbers

2nd

U.S. global manufacturing rank by output after China

C-

ASCE Infrastructure Report Card grade for U.S.

Every 2 minutes

frequency of water main breaks in America

9,000 swimming pools

worth of water lost daily due to main breaks

What the channel argues

DataU.S. ranks second globally in manufacturing output, second only to China, contradicting widespread decline narratives.→
InsightRobotic automation adoption is no longer a hard sell; companies recognize its unique value for manufacturing process improvement.→
InsightSupply chain resilience demands localized semiconductor production to reduce time to market and avoid international disruption.→
DataAmerican infrastructure earned a C- rating from ASCE; water mains break every two minutes, losing 9,000 swimming pools of water daily.→
InsightRising labor costs in China over the past decade have motivated many companies to evaluate manufacturing relocation to America.→
DataBig Ass Fans has remained in Lexington, Kentucky for 20 years with no plans to move, driving local economic impact.→

What you'll learn

•Robotic automation is reshaping American manufacturing productivity without requiring a political or business case anymore; adoption is now treated as a competitive necessity.
•Semiconductor and advanced-manufacturing companies are actively choosing to locate or expand U.S. production to shorten supply chains and reduce geopolitical risk.
•Aging infrastructure, particularly water and energy systems, is creating demand for American-made replacement products like thermoplastic pipe and energy automation equipment.
•Regional manufacturing ecosystems, particularly in places like Lexington and upstate New York, retain competitive advantages when combined with proximity to major metros and skilled labor.
•American manufacturers in niche sectors like metal detectors, guitars, and cash management have sustained domestic production for decades by serving specialized markets globally.

What to do about it

→Audit your supply chain for critical components currently sourced internationally; evaluate the business case for reshoring or nearshoring to reduce disruption risk and time to market.
→Invest in robotic automation and process innovation where labor costs or precision demands justify it; treat it as a productivity lever, not a cost-reduction afterthought.
→Map aging infrastructure in your region and identify products or services that address repair and replacement; infrastructure renewal is a multi-decade opportunity for American manufacturers.

Who and what shows up

Jennifer Bressler

Supply and Demand Manager, Intel

Discussed Intel's strategy for combating pandemic supply chain disruption through localized production and market responsiveness.

Dustin Seetoo

Product Marketing Director, Premio

Participated in discussion on localized semiconductor production to reduce time to market and avoid international disruptions.

Kevin Wu

Executive Vice President, Premio

Discussed Premio's manufacturing strategy and the business case for localization in semiconductor production.

Alan Nudi

Director of Sales and Marketing, Ergo Robotic Solutions

Articulated the value of regional location in upstate New York for accessing both metro business and manufacturing heritage.

Alex Risen

Public Relations, Big Ass Fans

Highlighted Big Ass Fans' 20-year commitment to Lexington manufacturing and ripple effects on local community and business ecosystems.

Questions this channel answers

Q

Is the U.S. still a major manufacturing power?

Yes. Despite narratives of decline, the U.S. ranks second globally in manufacturing output, second only to China, and is experiencing steady and substantial growth after years of decline.

Robotic Automation in American Manufacturing: Its Rise, … →
Q

Why are companies reshoring manufacturing to America?

Rising labor costs in China over the past decade and the need to reduce supply chain disruption, shorten time to market, and avoid dependence on international vulnerabilities are driving reshoring decisions.

Made in America: Bringing Microchip Production Back to A… →
Q

What infrastructure challenges does America face?

American infrastructure, built after WWII over 70 years ago, is approaching end of service life. The ASCE gave it a C- rating; water mains break every two minutes, and the country loses 9,000 swimming pools worth of water daily.

Made in America: A New Age of Infrastructure with McElro… →
Q

Why do manufacturers stay in America despite higher costs?

Proximity to major metro business centers, skilled regional labor heritage, community integration, and access to innovation ecosystems make locations like Lexington and upstate New York competitive even with higher domestic labor costs.

Made In America: Ergo Robotic Solutions →
Topics:Robotic automation and robotics manufacturingSemiconductor production and supply chain localizationInfrastructure repair and thermoplastic pipeCash management and retail automationEnergy grid automation and renewable energy
Themes:Manufacturing renaissance through automation and innovationSupply chain localization as competitive strategyRegional economic anchors and community integration

Industry context

U.S. manufacturing is experiencing a revival, with factory construction spending nearly tripling from 2021 to 2024 and digital technologies like AI and automation becoming central to competitive positioning and operational efficiency.

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