Summer 2026

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Magazine cover of Enterprise Minnesota Summer 2026 issue featuring Adam Hansen, founder of Hansen & Co. Woodworks, standing in a modern manufacturing facility with robotic automation equipment and an American flag in the background. Read E-Magazine

Featured Articles

Factory of the Future

Robots and automation help Hansen & Co. Woodworks boost sales — and raise wages.

Hansen & Co. Woodworks founder and president Adam Hansen stands on an elevated platform overlooking the expansive floor of his new 92,000-square-foot automated manufacturing facility, with an American flag hanging in the background.
Sustained Value

Four ways manufacturers benefit from ongoing consulting after a project is ‘completed.’

Two large metallic armored hands clasped in a handshake overlaid on a bright modern factory floor, with the text "Steady Engagement" in yellow and "Sustained Value" in bold white lettering.
The Big Picture

Learning to see your processes, your workplace, and your work can unlock the continuous improvement your operation needs.

A glowing blue wireframe hand holds a puzzle piece labeled "Continuous Improvement" against a dark digital background with interconnected light points.
Mission-Driven Manufacturing

At Wells Technology, workforce training and management aren’t just components of their success. They’re everything.

Five Wells Technology team members, including founder and CEO Andy Wells Sr., pose together on the manufacturing floor surrounded by yellow-tagged metal stock racks.
Positive Attraction

Niron Magnetics is scaling rapidly. Here’s how partnerships make that possible.

A technician wearing safety glasses works intently among stainless steel tubing and equipment at Niron Magnetics' manufacturing facility.

Innovations

Manufacturing, Workforce, and Minnesota’s Future

A conversation with two lawmakers who are important to Minnesota’s manufacturers.

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Where Relationships Meet Results

Business development consultant Andrew Busta helps manufacturers across northwest Minnesota turn connections and insights into opportunities for growth.

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From Milan to Maple Grove

A new global alliance brings advanced coatings — and supply chain stability — to U.S. manufacturers.

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Four Questions: Mike Jensen

Mike Jensen, president and CEO, Gauthier Industries, Rochester.

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Strategic Advantage

With Enterprise Minnesota’s fractional marketing services, companies of every size can gain big benefits.

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Help Wanted

As the Small Business Administration (SBA) works to reduce the regulatory burden on businesses and unleash growth, it seeks input from Minnesota manufacturers.

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Editorial

Strong Roots, Big Opportunity

Enterprise Minnesota’s mission is more critical than ever, and I’m honored to be part of it.

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The Final Word

Embarrassment of Riches

The innovation and success of Minnesota manufacturers keep providing terrific material for this magazine.