PFISTERER, a global technology company specializing in electrical connection and insulation solutions, is investing approximately $2.7 million in its Rochester, New York, production facility to expand capacity for SICON shearbolt connector components. The investment will add three additional CNC lathes, tooling, and related production equipment, increasing production capacity by two and a half times. The announcement comes as more than half of PFISTERER's SICON connectors are now sold in the United States, and the company aims to meet this demand directly from its U.S. plant.
The expansion positions Rochester as a central hub in PFISTERER's global production network, enhancing delivery capacity, flexibility, and resilience in a key growth market. SICON connectors are critical for secure electrical and mechanical connections in power infrastructure, particularly for data centers. They are electrically and mechanically type-tested in accordance with IEC 61238-1, Class A, and have also been tested to the North American standard ANSI C119.4, making them the only connectors that meet the Class 2 requirements of this standard.
The rapid expansion of data centers in the U.S. and globally is driving increased demand for SICON connectors. These connectors support high-performance, reliable connections to the power grid, ensuring that power supply for critical digital infrastructure is secure and scalable. PFISTERER's investment aims to address this demand while reinforcing its position in the high-growth market.
As part of its "Local-for-Local" approach, PFISTERER will increasingly manufacture products for the U.S. market directly in the U.S. rather than importing from Germany. This strategy shortens delivery times, improves responsiveness to customer needs, and reduces transportation-related emissions.
"With the expansion of our production in Rochester, we are taking an important step in our growth strategy for the U.S. market," said Johannes Linden, member and spokesperson of the Executive Board of PFISTERER Holding SE. "We manufacture where our products are needed, thereby strengthening our local presence and enabling us to supply our customers more quickly and flexibly. The investment not only significantly increases our production capacity but also creates additional qualified jobs at the site."
The investment underscores PFISTERER's commitment to supporting the expansion of power infrastructure and the data center boom in North America. By localizing production, the company is better positioned to serve its U.S. customers and contribute to the reliability of critical digital infrastructure. For more information, visit www.pfisterer.com.
