Trelleborg Medical Solutions announced today that it broke ground on its Innovation Center expansion in Delano, Minnesota.
Plymouth, Minnesota-based Trelleborg announced its plans to expand in Delano last summer. It aims to expand the footprint of the site to take on additional projects and accelerate the design and development cycle for customers.
The project includes the construction of approximately 45,000 square feet of new space. This comprises a visitor center, as well as a remodel and expansion of its tool shop to approximately 10,500 square feet. The expansion also includes additional high-end machining and injection molding, plus increased space for the automation and vision laboratory.
Trelleborg expects to complete its Innovation Center move and expansion in spring 2027.
Commentary from Trelleborg officials
“We know that speed to market and high quality, reliable supply are critical factors in our customer partnerships,” said Trelleborg Business Unit President of Medical Device Solutions Americas Kevin Ehlert. “This investment enables Trelleborg to deliver on all aspects and provide an exceptional experience to our customers from early stage prototyping all the way to high-volume commercialization all under one roof.”
Trelleborg Innovation Center and New Product Development Director, Jeff Westom, said: “The visitor center will be a collaborative, high-tech meeting area where customers can brainstorm on project ideas alongside our experts. The additional Swiss machining, injection molding and tool making infrastructure will enhance our in-house capabilities to provide the highest quality components fast without relying on outside shops. The increased automation lab also provides scalability to support future projects and dedicated space for developing vision inspection and automation systems.
“We continually hear from customers that they choose us for our expertise in tooling, technical solutions and ability to assist with everything from prototyping to serial production enhanced with automation. This remodel and expansion project enables us to continue doing that but on a larger scale, utilizing more equipment and experts added through our new apprenticeship program.”
