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Another Bloomington chip factory expands to meet smart TV, data center demands
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· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Seagate's expansion will add 64,500 square feet to its existing facility.
A chip factory in Bloomington is expanding its operations. The expansion is intended to meet growing demands for certain technologies. The company undergoing expansion is Seagate, which has a factory along the I-494 corridor.
Seagate's expansion will add 64,500 square feet to its existing facility. Further details about the expansion and its implications are available from the Star Tribune. This development follows similar expansions at other local companies, including Polar and SkyWater.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: Star Tribune ·
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