Rebuilding Momentum: U.S. Manufacturing Growth Meets a New Era of Possibility

Though challenges around labor and infrastructure persist, industry experts see signs of progress and renewed energy. Enrollment in technical programs is rising, manufacturers are leaning into automation, and many companies are moving quickly to secure land, power, and partners that can support speed-to-market.

“All the utilities are doing their best to try to keep up and get ahead,” says Jeff Bischoff, Chief Sales Officer, Gray, Inc. “But it’s a several-year process.”

As a related USA Today feature explored, despite the pressures, there is some positive momentum around reshoring. This recent movement is creating new opportunities to modernize infrastructure, invest in workforce development, and position the U.S. as a leader in next-generation manufacturing. The focus is shifting from short-term constraints to long-term capability.

With this shift, Gray is perfectly positioned. As a fully integrated design-build partner with decades of experience in industrial manufacturing, Gray is helping customers move faster and smarter, even in a tightening labor and infrastructure market. By connecting design, construction, custom equipment, and even real estate capabilities under one roof, the company helps reduce complexity and compress timelines.

With demand rising and expectations shifting, the future of U.S. manufacturing will belong to those who can solve not only for space, but for speed, workforce readiness, and innovation. For companies willing to lead, the path ahead is promising.

To read the complete USA Today pieces, visit here and here.

About Gray:

Gray is an integrated design-builder, specializing in end-to-end solutions in Construction, Professional Services, Specialty Equipment, and Real Estate. Since 1960, we have grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked leader, serving top companies in our core markets. Our comprehensive services—spanning design, engineering, construction, automation, equipment, and real estate—make us a trusted partner for every phase of a project. Whether designing and building a state-of-the-art facility, fabricating custom process equipment, or implementing advanced automation, our expertise drives innovation and value at every step. At Gray, we don’t just build projects—we build lasting partnerships.

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