Mexico invests in 3D printing

Renishaw has opened a new facility in Nuevo León, Mexico.
Renishaw has opened a new facility in Nuevo León, Mexico.

Additive manufacturing (AM) company Renishaw has opened a new facility in Nuevo León, Mexico. The 100 million pesos (US$5 million), 3200 m² facility will cover the company’s metrology, healthcare and additive manufacturing (AM) products.

'Manufacturing is one of the biggest contributors to Mexico's economy,' said Fátima Oyervides, marketing manager at Renishaw Mexico. 'As we keep expanding, we will be able to offer more support to local industries. Our facility is not only here to give local support to partners by providing technical help and training; we are also here to educate and support the development of smart manufacturing in Mexico.'

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