American-Built, Globally Respected: Inside OPEX’s U.S.-Based Manufacturing and Production Powerhouse
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OPEX proudly manufactures its automation solutions in the United States, leveraging in-house capabilities across machining, welding, painting, and proprietary assembly processes. With facilities in New Jersey and Texas, OPEX supports global demand while investing in local talent through training programs and advanced technologies. From Perfect Pick systems to sheet metal fabrication, every product reflects American craftsmanship, quality, and innovation.
Built In America: How OPEX Manufacturing Powers Innovation at Home
In a global economy where many companies choose to offshore manufacturing and assembly, OPEX proudly bucks the trend. From the first bolt to the final test, OPEX products are manufactured and produced right here in the United States. This commitment to American-made excellence ensures quality control, faster innovation cycles, and an unwavering promise to our customers: no tariffs, no long overseas lead times—just reliable, precision-built automation you can count on.
From Raw Material to World-Class Automation – All in the USA
OPEX doesn’t just assemble parts; we engineer, fabricate, and produce every major component in-house. At the heart of OPEX’s manufacturing success is its dedicated team of skilled employees, operating in two daily shifts at our campuses in New Jersey and Texas. These teams craft parts, components, and full assemblies for every OPEX product, past and present, supplying production lines and service depots around the world.
Each department within OPEX’s manufacturing division plays a unique role. Here are just a few:
Machine Shop
Home to 18 CNC and 16 manual machines, this department leverages subtractive manufacturing techniques like drilling, grinding, milling, tapping, and turning to shape high-precision parts from raw metal and plastic stock.
Paint Shop
If you’ve seen a product in OPEX GRAY, you’ve witnessed the paint shop’s craftsmanship. Here, parts are meticulously cleaned, masked, sprayed, and cured in industrial ovens—delivering both performance and polish.
Sheet Metal and Weld Shops
From optical and fiber laser cutting to brake bending and automated “lights-out” punch operations, OPEX’s sheet metal shop combines technology with experience. Welders use MIG and TIG processes on OPEX-designed fixtures, ensuring the integrity and strength of every joint.
Wood Shop
The wood shop continues to reflect OPEX’s attention to detail, creating shipping skids and other structures from scratch using CNC routers, saws, and traditional woodworking techniques.
Production: Where Engineering Meets Execution
Once components are built, they enter OPEX Production—a tightly orchestrated system that turns parts into complete solutions. Our production teams are responsible for assembling, testing, and packaging finished products across various verticals, including warehouse automation, document imaging, and mail processing.
Here’s what sets OPEX Production apart:
- Lean workflows: Efficiency-driven assembly lines are designed to meet aggressive delivery schedules without compromising quality.
- End-to-end testing: Every product undergoes rigorous functional testing before it leaves the floor.
- Cross-trained teams: Technicians are trained on multiple systems, giving them flexibility to adapt and support peak customer demand.
Together, our manufacturing and production teams completed nearly 10,000 work orders in the last year, delivering over one million parts and systems to customers worldwide.
Investing in People, Building for the Future
At OPEX, manufacturing is more than just machines and materials—it’s about people. The company proudly offers two-year training programs designed to nurture new talent, often with no prior experience, while helping existing team members advance their skills. Some employees who joined through these programs have been with OPEX for over two decades, a powerful indicator of its workplace culture.
By the Numbers: Manufacturing Milestones
The scale and efficiency of OPEX’s U.S. manufacturing are impressive:
- 450,000 feet of raw bar stock consumed
- 788,000 square feet of sheet material processed
- Over 1 million parts produced
- Nearly 10,000 work orders completed
- 4,600 gallons of paint and 4,500 pounds of welding wire used
- Less than 2% scrap rate—proof of consistent quality
All this production is accomplished with exacting standards—and done right here at home.
Why U.S. Manufacturing Matters
For OPEX, keeping manufacturing in the U.S. isn’t just about logistics—it’s a strategic choice that enhances quality, supports local jobs, fosters innovation, and ensures rapid iteration. Every part built in OPEX facilities represents American craftsmanship, engineering rigor, and a company-wide ethos of excellence.
It’s also a strategic advantage for our customers:
- No tariffs – You don’t have to worry about fluctuating international trade policies or unexpected import fees.
- Faster lead times – With no need to ship parts across oceans, we reduce wait times and increase supply chain resilience.
- Total quality control – Every part, weld, and assembly is overseen by our trained teams and subject to stringent quality standards.
So the next time you see an OPEX automation solution—whether in a warehouse, document imaging room, or service bureau—know that it wasn’t just designed in America. It was built here, too.
Experience the Power of American-Made Innovation
Ready to see how U.S.-based manufacturing can elevate your operations? Connect with our team to learn how OPEX delivers precision, reliability, and unmatched quality—built right here in the USA. Schedule your meeting today and take the first step toward smarter automation.
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