Rehm Thermal Systems Mexico: Ten Years of Growth and Innovation in an Emerging Market

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Over ten years ago, Luis A. Garcia began his success story at Rehm Thermal Systems. On May 15, 2013, he initially joined as a member of the Rehm USA team. By the fall of the same year, Johannes Rehm, Managing Director of the parent company Rehm Thermal Systems in Blaubeuren, decided to establish a dedicated subsidiary in Mexico – a decision that would prove to be visionary. At productronica 2013, the groundwork for the foundation of Rehm Thermal Systems Mexico was already being laid.

Foundation and First Steps

With the official founding of Rehm Thermal Systems SA de CV on February 25, 2014, an exciting journey began. Initially, Luis A. Garcia’s own home served as the first official address for Rehm Mexico. In the beginning, he was supported solely by Service Engineer Rodrigo Sanchez. Later in 2014, a suitable office and demo centre was established in Guadalajara, covering an area of 295 m², laying the foundation for further growth.

First Customers and Early Successes

From the start, Rehm Mexico supported major clients, especially OEMs in the automotive industry and the top 10 EMS providers. The focus on excellent service and local presence paid off: the customer base grew steadily.

Continuous Growth and Key Milestones

Over the past years, Rehm Mexico has experienced impressive development:

• Employee Growth: From two employees in 2013 to currently eight highly qualified specialists.
• New Facilities: In 2024, the company moved into a new 960 m² building located in a modern industrial park.
• Expanded Services: In addition to an extensive spare parts warehouse, Rehm Mexico now also offers a state-of-the-art technology centre for demos and customer training.
• Events and Presence: Participation in major industry events such as SMTA in Guadalajara, Monterrey, Chihuahua, Juárez, Tijuana, and Querétaro, as well as organizing its own seminars and technology days.

A special highlight is the close collaboration with customers through regular training programs, focusing on VisionX reflow soldering systems, condensation soldering (Condenso), and specialized process training.

Market Environment: Electronics Manufacturing Booming in Mexico

In recent years, Mexico has developed into a major hub for electronics manufacturing, especially in the automotive and consumer electronics sectors, where the demand for advanced production technology is growing rapidly:

Automotive Sector

Mexico is now the fourth-largest exporter of vehicles worldwide. The demand for innovative electronics in driver assistance systems, electric mobility, and infotainment continues to drive local production capabilities and the need for sophisticated thermal systems.

Consumer Electronics

Multinational companies from the EMS sector for high quality consumer products have established major production facilities to meet rising demand from North and South America. Starting in 2020, the growth of electronics manufacturing by Asian companies in Mexico has also increased significantly. Rehm Mexico has proudly supported several important global Asian players as well. These partnerships further demonstrate Rehm’s capability to deliver localized, high-quality solutions tailored to the needs of an increasingly diverse manufacturing base.

Nearshoring Trend

Due to geopolitical shifts and the increasing drive to shorten supply chains, many companies are relocating their production from Asia to Mexico. This nearshoring movement is creating a highly dynamic demand for high-quality electronics manufacturing technology — a trend from which Rehm Mexico is directly benefiting, thanks to its local presence, fast service, and deep process expertise.

Invitation: 10 Years of Rehm Mexico – Anniversary Celebration and Technology Days

To celebrate its ten-year anniversary, Rehm Mexico warmly invites customers, partners, and industry enthusiasts to experience two days full of innovation and networking!

On July 2 and 3, 2025, participants can expect a top-class program:

• Expert Lectures on current trends in convection reflow soldering, protective coatings, and vapor phase soldering.
• Hands-on Workshops with live demonstrations of the latest systems at the technology centre.
• Panel Discussion on future trends in electronics manufacturing, featuring distinguished guests from Sanmina, IPC Mexico and others.
• Gala Evening Event with dinner on the first evening.

Highlights at a Glance:

• Presentations on customer projects and technological solutions by Dr. Paul Wild and Gianfranco Sinistra.
• Industry Contributions from representatives such as Dr. Jose Ma. Servin Olivares (Vitesco) and Master of Science Omar Garcia Lopez (Flex North).
• Technology Center Tour with live demos of the latest machines.
• Networking Opportunities in a pleasant atmosphere.

Rehm Mexico looks forward to celebrating a decade of success with customers and partners — and to exploring the exciting future of electronics manufacturing together.