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In summary, a company has announced plans to invest $1.9 billion in a computer chip manufacturing facility in Burlington, Kansas. The facility is expected to create 1,200 jobs and is seen as a growing trend for manufacturers to expand outside of Asia. The choice of Burlington has raised questions due to its distance from major airports, but it does have a small airport that could potentially be upgraded.
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Nice, that's good news. It's definitely starting to be a trend for IC manufacturers to add production facilities in places other than Asia because of instabilities in that region.
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Kansas has pretty girls. 
I wonder why they picked Burlington (which I had to look up). 1200 jobs is one per household. That's a lot. And it's not really near any major airports - Topeka, and then Wichita, Kansas City, Manhattan etc. are twice as far.
I agree that the issues of building in Asia have come into sharper focus recently.
I wonder why they picked Burlington (which I had to look up). 1200 jobs is one per household. That's a lot. And it's not really near any major airports - Topeka, and then Wichita, Kansas City, Manhattan etc. are twice as far.
I agree that the issues of building in Asia have come into sharper focus recently.
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It looks like Burlington does have a small airport, which I'm sure they could upgrade if desired. Good thing they didn't pick Linders IMO, just sayin'...Vanadium 50 said:
https://www.google.com/maps/search/airports+near+Burlington++kansas/@38.5602068,-96.1547659,8.29z
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I know that's right.Vanadium 50 said:Kansas has pretty girls.
FAQ: New Chip Company coming to Kansas
What is the name of the new chip company coming to Kansas?
The name of the new chip company coming to Kansas has not been publicly disclosed yet. The announcement is expected to come from the company itself or local government officials soon.
Where in Kansas will the new chip company be located?
The specific location within Kansas where the new chip company will be established has not been finalized or publicly announced. Potential sites are being evaluated based on factors such as infrastructure, workforce availability, and proximity to suppliers.
How many jobs will the new chip company create in Kansas?
While the exact number of jobs has not been confirmed, it is anticipated that the new chip company will create several hundred to a few thousand jobs, ranging from manufacturing and engineering positions to administrative and support roles.
When is the new chip company expected to start operations in Kansas?
The timeline for the new chip company's operations in Kansas is still under development. Initial estimates suggest that construction and setup may take 1-2 years, with operations potentially beginning shortly thereafter.
What impact will the new chip company have on the local economy?
The new chip company is expected to have a significant positive impact on the local economy. It will likely boost job creation, increase demand for local services and suppliers, and contribute to the overall economic growth and technological advancement of the region.