Sumitomo Drive Technologies Celebrates Grand Opening of Expanded Facility
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GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL. — Sumitomo Drive Technologies, a leading manufacturer of power transmission and motion control solutions, held a grand opening ceremony for its expanded facility in Glendale Heights, Illinois, on Tuesday, September 17th, 2024.
The expansion project, managed by its trusted construction partner PREMIER Design + Build Group, has significantly increased the facility's total footprint to over 82,000 square feet - more than doubling its previous space.
The expanded Glendale Heights location now features 28-foot clear ceilings, providing ample space and flexibility to accommodate the company's evolving manufacturing and warehousing needs. The larger facility will allow Sumitomo Drive Technologies to increase inventory space and offer a broader product line from its Midwest location, further improving lead times and operational efficiencies.?
"Expanding our production capabilities is a key part of our strategy to invest in U.S. manufacturing and better serve our customers," said Jim Solomon, President of Sumitomo Drive Technologies. "Our decision to expand our operations in Glendale Heights is a testament to the area's business-friendly environment and strong workforce."
Introducing the smartris Compact Drive
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Our team is excited to introduce our newest product – the innovative super-compact drive designed for AGV and AMR applications. This advanced drive is significantly smaller than the standard drive and is compatible with our ECO-S line, offering an ideal solution for businesses seeking to maximize space utilization in their AMR and AGV systems without sacrificing performance.
The super-compact drive, at just a fraction of the size, is engineered to reduce installation space requirements by nearly 80%. This translates to more available space and weight capacity within your autonomous mobile robot, enabling enhanced productivity and cost savings.
Find out more about our new product here: smartris Compact Drive (sumitomodrive.com)
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