G&W Electric Expands Manufacturing Operations with New Facility in San Luis Potosí, Mexico

Quadrupling Production Capacity and Creating New Jobs to Support Global Demand for Power Solutions

Bolingbrook, Illinois, November 21, 2024 – G&W Electric, a global leader in innovative energy solutions since 1905, announces the grand opening of a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in San Luis Potosí, Mexico. This expansion, driven by growing market demand across Latin America and other international destinations, quadruples the size of the original location, significantly increasing manufacturing capacity, creating jobs, and supporting G&W Electric’s long-term global growth.

Since 2008, the San Luis Potosí facility has served as a key production hub for G&W Electric, primarily focused on the Mexican market. Over the years, it has grown to support global New Product Development (NPD) projects, and to develop the company’s production engineering capabilities to serve facilities globally. The new facility enables G&W Electric to better meet the needs of growing markets, not only in Mexico but also in Latin America and beyond, while allowing for seamless coordination with G&W Electric’s global engineering and production teams.

“Our investment in this facility underscores our commitment to meeting the needs of customers globally while also fostering job creation and long-term opportunities for the San Luis Potosí community,” said John Mueller, chairman and owner of G&W Electric. “With space to grow, we are better positioned to serve more customers, address the region’s unique needs, and collaborate more closely with our global teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.”

Commitment to Environmental and Safety Standards

The new San Luis Potosí facility is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified. With the ISO 45001 certification, G&W Electric is meeting the highest international standards for occupational health and safety, protecting employees and visitors from work-related hazards. This certification underscores G&W Electric’s commitment to a safe, sustainable workplace, aligned with the company’s global sustainability goals.

Enhanced Customer Service and Competitive Edge

The increased capacity at the new facility allows G&W Electric to reduce lead times and enhance product availability, ensuring timely delivery and reliable support for customers. Furthermore, the local team provides customer support, documentation, and aftermarket assistance in Spanish, enabling G&W Electric to connect with customers seamlessly and respond to their needs quickly and effectively.

About G&W Electric

Founded in 1905, G&W Electric is a global leader in innovative power grid solutions, offering advanced load and fault interrupting switches, reclosers, sensors, system protection equipment, power grid automation, and transmission and distribution accessories. Headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, U.S.A., with manufacturing and sales support in over 100 countries, G&W Electric helps customers overcome challenges and gain a competitive edge with cutting-edge solutions and technical services.