JOT Automation, the leading supplier of test and production solutions, Thursday announced its commitment to expanding its Asian presence through the establishment of a new design and manufacturing facility in Shenzhen, broadening its geographic market presence and overall customer diversity.

    The facility is located in the Baoan District.

    “JOT Automation has been present in China for over 13 years, and by opening the Shenzhen facility, we can significantly increase our production capacity, ensure initial involvement in R&D projects, and offer tailored solutions and fast responses to our customers,” said Matti Leirimaa, general manager for JOT Automation (Beijing). “This investment is a further signal of our long-term commitment to Asia.”

    “With an automation boom due to an increase in more complex products, growing production volumes, higher wages and price erosion in automation technologies, the move to expand in Asia was an obvious one,” Leirimaa said.

    Production at the 1300-square-meter site has begun and volumes will be raised throughout the year, with full capacity in use by end-2014. The facility will combine a demo room housing JOT’s extensive product portfolio.

   Further information

Matti Leirimaa, general manager, JOT Automation (Beijing)

matti.leirimaa@jotautomation.com

www.jotautomation.com