Fanuc America has officially unveiled its new 650,000ft2 West Campus facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The expansion increases the footprint in Michigan to more than two million square-feet, with the West Campus representing a US$110m (£85m) investment built on 67 acres of land.
The new West Campus provides advanced product manufacturing and customised automation systems and includes warehouse space for more than 6,000 quick delivery robots and tens of thousands of parts.
“This major expansion represents our growth strategy in the USA and our steadfast commitment to the future of the automation and robotics industry,” said Mike Cicco, president and CEO, Fanuc America.
“While manufacturers continue to adapt to changing market demands, our ongoing upward trajectory allows us to better support our customers with cutting-edge robotic and automation solutions, helping to drive more efficiency across all industries.”
Since 2019, Fanuc America has invested more than US$187m (£144m) including a 461,000ft2 North Campus facility in 2019, and new headquarter facilities in Mexico and Canada in 2023.
The company’s investment will continue with the renovation of a former law school on the site of the West Campus that will soon become the Fanuc Academy, an advanced automation customer training centre.
“Advanced automation requires new skills, and training is key to keeping manufacturing strong in North America,” added Cicco.
“The Fanuc Academy will become the largest corporate robotics and industrial automation training facility in the USA.”
Following completion of the academy and other infrastructure projects, Fanuc America will have reportedly invested more than US$250m (£192m) in North America.
