How The Art Source Became A Manufacturing Powerhouse in Hawai‘i

How The Art Source Became A Manufacturing Powerhouse in Hawai‘i

In a sunlit Kapolei factory, machines hum and workers carefully assemble picture frames, cabinets, wall art and more. It’s a striking scene in a state where manufacturing is rare. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data from August 2025, slightly more than 13,000 people work in the industry, giving the Aloha State the fewest manufacturing jobs per capita. High costs and limited infrastructure mean most local businesses design products …