Odd Lots What an American Stove Maker Wants You to Know About US Manufacturing
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Apr 14, 2025 
Sam D'Amico, the visionary founder and CEO of California's Impulse Labs, discusses the challenges of U.S. manufacturing, particularly in the stove-making sector. He reveals how tariffs, rather than supporting domestic production, could hinder American manufacturers. D'Amico also highlights the struggle with regulations and supply chain dependencies on China. He emphasizes the innovative approaches needed to overcome these hurdles and advocates for collaboration and adapting strategies to enhance local manufacturing in today's complex economic landscape.
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Innovative American Stove
- Impulse Labs makes a stove that boils water in two seconds and never burns an egg.
- This innovative American-made stove features a built-in battery, induction technology, and advanced sensors.
Complex Supply Chain
- Impulse Labs' stove combines a Tesla Powerwall, induction stove, tablet, and custom sensors.
- Sourcing components ranges from lithium-ion batteries and ceramics to custom-made chips.
US Manufacturing Limitations
- US manufacturing capacity is often geared towards defense or low-volume, specialized products.
- High-volume US manufacturing is typically highly automated and inflexible for startups.