Clarios Unveils Ambitious Plan for New Manufacturing Technology Center in the U.S.

Clarios Unveils New Manufacturing Technology Training Center

In a groundbreaking move aimed at revitalizing American manufacturing, Clarios has announced the establishment of a state-of-the-art Manufacturing Technology Training Center in the United States. This initiative forms part of the company’s broader $6 billion American energy manufacturing strategy, with a dedicated $600 million investment focused on enhancing advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Located strategically to support workforce development, manufacturing research and development, and technology validation, the center is set to position Clarios at the forefront of innovation in energy storage solutions. Chad Steighner, the Chief Digital Information Officer at Clarios, expressed excitement about this new chapter. "Clarios is proud to take this next step in our commitment to American manufacturing. This new center will help us build both the factory and workforce of the future," he stated.

A Hub for Innovation and Workforce Development

The Manufacturing Technology Training Center is designed to be a world-class facility that enables Clarios to develop and validate next-generation manufacturing technologies. It will not only advance strategic innovations such as advanced robotics and AI-augmented vision systems but will also serve as a national hub for upskilling the existing manufacturing workforce.

Workers of all skill levels will benefit from hands-on training, innovation workshops, and design-thinking programs aimed at equipping them for the future landscape of manufacturing. Engineers at the center will lead the charge in prototyping and developing comprehensive solutions that can be implemented across Clarios' operations. This approach aims to create more efficient, higher-quality, and safer working environments.

Driving U.S. Competitiveness

The commitment to establishing this training center is aligned with recent executive orders and federal incentives aimed at strengthening American manufacturing. By focusing on reshoring critical capabilities and enhancing safety performance, Clarios aims to bolster the competitiveness of U.S. manufacturing on a global scale. The innovations produced at this facility will play a critical role in supporting the company’s battery production network, which is vital for both energy storage applications and the broader U.S. economy and national security.

As Clarios prepares to select a location for the center, the company is looking at states where it currently operates. These locations could potentially leverage existing workforce development initiatives and public-private partnerships to maximize the center's impact. An official announcement regarding the site is expected later this year.

About Clarios

Clarios is recognized globally as a leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies that power nearly every type of vehicle on the road today. With a dedicated workforce of around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, Clarios brings significant expertise to both aftermarket and OEM partners. The company's commitment to sustainability is evident, as it aims for all products to be recyclable and actively recycles approximately 8,000 batteries every hour in its network.

Through this Manufacturing Technology Training Center, Clarios is doubling down on its mission to innovate and lead in the energy storage market while also strengthening the foundations of American manufacturing—a crucial endeavor for future economic stability and growth.