Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed Trener Robotics as its newest member today, adding a company at the forefront of physical AI for industrial automation to its statewide network. With headquarters in San...
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Red Wing Shoes Steps into CMTA’s Growing Manufacturing Network
SACRAMENTO, CA. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) is pleased to welcome Red Wing Shoes as its newest member, strengthening CMTA’s member base in the apparel and footwear manufacturing sector. Founded in 1905, Red Wing Shoes designs and...
Manufacturing in the News: January 2026
Read CMTA's round-up of manufacturing news from January 2026. The articles below don’t reflect the views of the manufacturing industry or CMTA. They are a collection of the latest industry news from this past month. Latest Industry News Lockheed Martin...
CMTA Strengthens Placer County Presence with Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce
SACRAMENTO, CA. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed the Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce as a new member today. Representing more than 1,300 members, the Chamber is a leading voice for business advocacy, workforce development,...
Manufacturing in the News: December 2025
Read CMTA's round-up of manufacturing news from December 2025. The articles below don’t reflect the views of the manufacturing industry or CMTA. They are a collection of the latest industry news from this past month. Latest Industry News Wisk Completes...
CMTA Supports Quarry Innovation Center
Sacramento, Calif. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association(CMTA) today announced its support for the Quarry Innovation Center, an advanced manufacturing development proposed near Brisbane, CA, on the San Francisco Peninsula. The project is...
Butcher Power Products Joins CMTA Amid Impressive Growth
SACRAMENTO, CA. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed new member Butcher Power Products to the organization today. Based in Sacramento, Butcher Power Products delivers utility-grade switchboards, switchgear, and power distribution...
California’s 2026 Laws: What Manufacturers Need to Know
Sacramento, CA. – Starting January 1, 2026, California manufacturers face several new laws that will reshape compliance, hiring, training, and investment decisions. The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) highlights six major laws that...
Cal EPIC Joins CMTA’s Growing Statewide Manufacturing Network
SACRAMENTO, CA. – The California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA) welcomed new member Cal EPIC to the organization today. Cal EPIC works to accelerate research and development of next-generation energy and transportation technology. Through the...
Manufacturing in the News: November 2025
Read CMTA's round-up of manufacturing-related news from November 2025. The articles below don’t reflect the views of the manufacturing industry or CMTA. They are a collection of the latest industry news from this past month. Latest Industry News Governor...
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Manufacturing Minute: SF State Receives A $14 Million Grant from The Genentech Foundation
This week’s Manufacturing Minute highlights three significant advancements that are shaping the industry’s future. Manufacturing Minute is powered by Tri Tool Technologies.
$14 Million STEM Grant to San Francisco State
Courtesy of San Francisco State University
First, San Francisco State University has received a generous $14 million grant from CMTA board member Genentech. The Genentech Foundation is supporting underrepresented students in STEM and to enhance its life sciences programs. This new five-year funding builds on a longstanding partnership that has already provided over $33 million, benefiting more than 700 students since 2008. With this latest support, an additional 350 students will receive scholarships, research opportunities, and career prep. Not only does this grant from Genentech support SF State’s students, but it will support California’s life sciences sector and boost the state’s manufacturing capabilities in the long run.
Amazon’s Electric Trucks in California
Courtesy of Amazon
In a significant move towards sustainability, Amazon is deploying 50 Volvo VNR Electric trucks in California, marking its largest rollout of heavy-duty electric vehicles. This fleet, including a dozen trucks for drayage operations at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, aims to reduce Amazon’s carbon footprint as the state transitions to zero-emission vehicles. With a range of 275 miles and a gross combination weight of 82,000 pounds, these electric trucks are set to revolutionize heavy-duty trucking. Udit Madan, VP of Worldwide Amazon Operations, expressed excitement about this initiative, emphasizing the importance of decarbonizing the challenging sector of heavy-duty transportation.
Webinar for Manufacturers Navigating AI
Lastly, CMTA is hosting an exclusive FREE webinar presented by Hitachi Digital Services, focusing on the transformative power of artificial intelligence in manufacturing. Led by Dr. Chetan Gupta, Hitachi R&D’s head of AI research, this webinar will delve into how AI is revolutionizing the industry through applications in predictive maintenance, quality control, energy management, and more. This is a rare opportunity to gain insights into leveraging AI to enhance operations, identify high-impact use cases, and develop a successful AI strategy. Seize this chance to lead your team into a new era of manufacturing excellence.
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