Forgent Expands Manufacturing Capacity with New Facility in Minnesota

Forgent Power Solutions, Inc. has officially opened a new manufacturing facility in Dayton, Minnesota, adding an impressive 500,000 square feet to its operational capacity. This expansion increases the company’s total manufacturing footprint in Minnesota to 630,000 square feet and brings its total North American manufacturing space to over two million square feet. The new facility aims to support the rising demand for electrical distribution equipment from various sectors, including data centers, utilities, and industrial markets.

The Dayton facility is designed to produce a range of products, including power skids, e-houses, and medium-voltage switchgear. The swift operationalization of the facility, completed in under six months, highlights Forgent’s commitment to addressing the evolving needs of its customers. As part of this expansion, Forgent anticipates creating several hundred new jobs in the coming years, contributing to Minnesota’s reputation as a growing center for advanced manufacturing.

Strategic Planning for Growth

“This expansion represents the culmination of a multi-year plan,” said Gary Niederpruem, Chief Executive Officer of Forgent. He emphasized that the company began planning for this growth several years ago, anticipating a significant increase in demand from data centers and independent power producers. “Those early investments give us an edge over competitors on lead time, ability to customize at scale, and capacity for large deployments,” he added.

Forgent specializes in manufacturing custom electrical distribution equipment, tailored for technically demanding applications. It stands out in the industry as one of the few companies capable of providing all necessary electrical distribution equipment for a data center or a large manufacturing facility’s powertrain, with some of the highest levels of customization and shortest lead times available.

As Forgent continues to expand its manufacturing capabilities, it positions itself to meet the growing needs of its diverse clientele while bolstering the local economy through job creation. For further information about Forgent Power Solutions, please visit their official website at www.forgentpower.com.