PI Expands U.S. Manufacturing of Motion Control Solutions to Address Trade Challenges and Strengthen Customer Support
SHREWSBURY, Mass., April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PI (Physik Instrumente), a global leader in precision motion control and nanopositioning systems, is pleased to announce progress in the construction of its new production facility in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. This strategic expansion underscores PI's commitment to mitigating import tariffs and aligning production and support services closer to its U.S. customer base.
The forthcoming 140,000-square-foot facility will triple the combined space of PI's current New England locations in Auburn, MA, Hopkinton, MA, and Nashua, NH. Scheduled to commence operations in Fall 2025 — just 1.5 years after groundbreaking in early 2024 — the Shrewsbury plant will manufacture precision motion and automation systems, air bearings, piezoelectric transducers, and nanopositioning components. This initiative aims to enhance PI's responsiveness to market demands and reduce lead times for American clients.
PI's new Massachusetts engineering and manufacturing facility is also set to create high-quality engineering and technology jobs, bolstering the region's advanced manufacturing sector. This expansion will attract top talent and stimulate economic growth in the greater Boston, MA area.
By localizing production, PI aims to insulate its operations from the volatility of international trade policies and import tariffs, ensuring stable pricing and supply for its customers. This move also aligns with broader industry trends where companies are seeking to mitigate tariff impacts by reshoring manufacturing operations.
The Shrewsbury facility represents a significant investment in PI's global growth strategy, emphasizing the importance of the North American market. Beyond manufacturing, the site will serve as a hub for innovation, fostering the development of cutting-edge technologies and products tailored to the evolving needs of industries such as photonics, semiconductors, aerospace, and life sciences.
See a variety of photonics, laser technology, and nanopositioning applications covered by PI system technologies »here.
Industries ServedSilicon Photonics, Semiconductors, Laser Technology, Microscopy, Life Sciences, Aerospace
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