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Creation Technologies Expands Presence in China with New State-of-the-Art Facility
June 29, 2023 | Creation TechnologiesEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Creation Technologies, an end-to-end, scalable Specialty Global Electronic Manufacturing Services provider, announced its move to a new expanded facility in Changzhou, China. The company celebrated this milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by valued customers, suppliers, and distinguished guests, ending with a gala dinner.
With double the capacity of the former site, the new facility spans 150,000 square feet, underscoring Creation Technologies' commitment to expanding its global footprint and enhancing its presence in China. Since 2005, Creation Technologies has been serving customers from its Changzhou location, strategically situated just 90 minutes away from Shanghai.
Equipped with four state-of-the-art surface mount technology (SMT) lines and a dedicated team of 300 professionals, the new facility exemplifies Creation Technologies' dedication to delivering world-class manufacturing solutions. Designed for lean factory flow, the site ensures efficient product flow and offers fully integrated EMS capabilities, encompassing areas for PCB Assembly, System Integration & Test, and Forward and Reverse Logistics.
"This investment demonstrates our commitment to expanding our global footprint to provide our customers with the highest level of service and support,” said Stephen P. DeFalco, Chairman and CEO at Creation Technologies. “With the increased capacity, modern manufacturing equipment, and talented workforce, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of our customers."
Creation Technologies' new facility in Changzhou maintains rigorous quality standards, boasting certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, UL, TUV, ETL, and CCC. The company prides itself on its professionally run manufacturing facility, where multi language teams are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service.
Key operational capabilities of the new facility include:
- Focus on high-mix/low-to-medium volume high-reliability products
- Flexible and quick-turn NPI (New Product Introduction) capability
- World-class quality
- Experienced technical staff
- Strong continuous improvement mindset
- Vast supply chain network with access to custom parts and independent spot market distributors for electronic components
This expansion joins Creation Technologies’ network of 14 global manufacturing sites and other recent significant site expansions in St. Peter, MN, Rochester, NY, and Hermosillo, MX.
Creation Technologies looks forward to leveraging its new state-of-the-art facility in Changzhou to provide innovative manufacturing solutions, exceptional customer experiences, and continued growth in the EMS industry.
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