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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Japan-Based FANUC America Expands Auburn Hills, Michigan, Operations

07/15/2024
FANUC America, a subsidiary of Japan-based FANUC CORPORATION, a global robotics and automation systems company, expanded its operations in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

The $110 million project will include a new 650,000-square-foot robotics and automation campus that will provide advanced product manufacturing and customized automation systems.

"This major expansion represents our growth strategy in the U.S. 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. Advanced automation requires new skills, and training is key to keeping manufacturing strong in North America. The FANUC Academy will become the largest corporate robotics and industrial automation training facility in the U.S."

FANUC America Corporation is a subsidiary of FANUC CORPORATION in Japan, and provides industry-leading CNC systems, robotics and factory automation. The company’s innovative technologies and proven expertise help manufacturers in the Americas maximize productivity, reliability and profitability. FANUC America currently operates facilities throughout North and South America.

"We are excited that FANUC continues deploying and investing its world-class technologies in Michigan! We know the future will be built by innovators, risk-takers and hard-working Michiganders – and it's clear FANUC knows this too," noted Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). "As Team Michigan continues to execute its 'Make It In Michigan' economic development strategy focused on People, Places and Projects, we are enthusiastic about the ongoing impact that FANUC will have as their continued successful investment in our state enables more Michiganders to 'Make It' in Michigan."

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