When people talk about artificial intelligence, they usually focus on software, algorithms, and futuristic tools. But behind every AI model, every chatbot, and every autonomous system lies something far more grounded: physical infrastructure. From data centers to cooling systems to semiconductor fabs, the AI boom depends on real-world equipment, and that means manufacturing.
American manufacturers are playing a central role in making AI possible. While the models live in the cloud, it’s manufacturers who are building the machines, components, and structures that support them. In fact, as AI adoption accelerates, the demand for supporting infrastructure is kicking off one of the most significant industrial expansions in recent history.
The Data Center Surge
At the heart of AI’s infrastructure story is the rapid growth of data centers. These facilities house the computing power that trains and runs AI models. But AI workloads require far more processing and energy than traditional applications, and that’s changing the landscape of data center construction.
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