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UL Solutions expands laboratory capacity in Mexico
UL Solutions has expanded its laboratory capacity in Mexico in response to the growing demand for product safety and performance testing from manufacturers in Latin America .
The expansion of UL Solutions ’ laboratory in Mexico adds testing capabilities for products within the consumer technology , automotive and wire and cable sectors , expanding testing services to facilitate exports to the United States , Canada and throughout Latin America , while meeting local market needs . Consequently , the laboratory was designated as an associated laboratory by Volkswagen de México .
“ Mexico is a relevant hub for manufacturing , a key trading partner of the United States and a very dynamic Latin American economy ,” said Todd Denison , Executive Vice President of Global Regions , UL Solutions . industrial region , with a solid manufacturing base , qualified labor and an important presence of the automotive industry .
“ The expansion of our capabilities in Mexico solidifies our readiness to provide customers with the science-based services they need to meet safety and performance testing and certification requirements for both local and export markets .”
The laboratory is located in Querétaro , about 220 kilometers ( about 135 miles ) northwest of Mexico City , and located in a thriving
“ Mexico is one of the most important automotive markets in the world ,” said Rodolfo Flores , Regional Director for Latin America , UL Solutions .
“ That ’ s why we continue to invest in talent , expertise and custom equipment to deliver world-class testing to the automotive industry and its suppliers .”
G & W Electric expands manufacturing operations in Mexico
Since 2008 , the San Luis Potosi plant has been an essential production hub for G & W Electric , with a primary focus on the Mexican market . Over the years , it has grown to support New Product Development ( NPD ) projects around the world and to develop the company ’ s production engineering capabilities related to servicing the rest of G & W Electric ’ s plants . The new plant allows G & W Electric to better meet the needs of growing markets not only in Mexico but also in LATAM and elsewhere around the world . It also enables G & W Electric ’ s global engineering and production teams to coordinate seamlessly across processes and projects .
“ Our investment in this facility underscores our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers around the world while fostering the creation of long-term jobs and opportunities for the San Luis Potosi community ,” said John Mueller , President and Owner , G & W Electric .
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& W Electric has opened a new advanced manufacturing facility in San Luis Potosi , Mexico .
This expansion stems from growing market demand in Latin America and quadruples the size of the original plant .
“ With room to grow , we are better positioned to serve more customers , address the unique needs of the region , and collaborate more closely with our global teams to deliver innovative , high-quality solutions .”
The increased capacity of the new plant allows G & W Electric to reduce production times and improve the delivery time of the products offered , ensuring on-time delivery and reliable customer support . p
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