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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. (MEAU) COVID-19 Response and Updates
Vernon Hills, Illinois - June 12, 2020
(6/12/2020)
We are happy to announce the resumption of will-call service as “curbside service” to adhere to social distancing for safety. Beginning Monday, June 15th, customers are once again welcome to come to our facility for will-call pick-up of orders which our staff will deliver to their vehicle.
(5/4/2020)
The Vernon Hills, IL facility has resumed operations as of Monday, May 4th. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. (MEAU) is continuing to take proactive measures to limit exposure in our workplaces and communities by adhering to established guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We are following direction from various government authorities, restricting international and domestic travel, as well as halting on-site visits to our facilities. To maintain business continuity, we are leveraging technology within our workforce to ensure maximum safety and well-being of our employees.
We are committed to serving our customers. At this time, we expect to continue providing products and services in a timely manner. Our global supply chain has had minimal impact because of COVID-19, and we have put in place contingency plans to ensure normal business operations.
MEAU will continue to monitor this rapidly evolving situation and will keep you well informed of any changes.
(5/1/2020)
Our facility in Vernon Hills, Illinois is closed today, Friday, May 1st for cleaning. No shipments of product will be made today from the Vernon Hills facility. Depending on the product ordered or due to be shipped today we may be able to make the shipment from our backup Grapevine, Texas facility, provided the correct inventory is located there. We expect to resume operations on Monday, May 4th. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
(3/19/2020)
This is a very troubling time for everyone across the globe. We feel deeply for the individuals and families affected by the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). By working together for the greater good, I am confident we will get through this.
At Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. (MEAU), keeping our employees, business partners, communities and customers healthy and safe is our highest priority as we navigate the global uncertainty caused by COVID-19 together.
MEAU is taking proactive measures to limit exposure in our workplaces and communities by adhering to established guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We are following direction from various government authorities, restricting international and domestic travel, as well as halting on-site visits to our facilities. To maintain business continuity, we are leveraging technology within our workforce to ensure maximum safety and well-being of our employees.
We are committed to serving our customers. At this time, we expect to continue providing products and services in a timely manner. Our global supply chain has had minimal impact because of COVID-19, and we have put in place contingency plans to ensure normal business operations.
MEAU will continue to monitor this rapidly evolving situation and will keep you well informed of any changes.
Please be safe and take every precaution necessary to protect yourself, your families, your colleagues, your friends, your workplaces and your communities.
Thank you,
Scott Summerville
President & CEO
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.
— About Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.
Headquartered in Vernon Hills, Ill., Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. is a U.S. affiliate company of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. It offers a broad product portfolio including programmable automation controllers (PAC), programmable logic controllers (PLC), human machine interfaces (HMI), variable frequency drives (VFD), servo amplifiers and motors, control software, computerized numerical controllers (CNC), motion controllers, robots and low-voltage power distribution products. Additional information about Mitsubishi Electric Automation is available at us.mitsubishielectric.com/fa/en/.
— About Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
With more than 100 years of experience in providing reliable, high-quality products, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) is a recognized world leader in the manufacture, marketing, and sales of electrical and electronic equipment used in information processing and communications, space development and satellite communications, consumer electronics, industrial technology, energy, transportation, and building equipment. Mitsubishi Electric enriches society with technology in the spirit of its “Changes for the Better.” The company recorded a revenue of 5,003.6 billion yen (U.S.$ 37.3 billion*) in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023. For more information, please visit www.MitsubishiElectric.com.
*U.S. dollar amounts are translated from yen at the rate of \134=U.S.$1, the approximate rate on the Tokyo Foreign Exchange Market on March 31, 2023
— About Mitsubishi Electric Factory Automation Business Group
Offering a vast range of automation and processing technologies, including controllers, drive products, power distribution and control products, electrical discharge machines, laser processing machines, computerized numerical controllers, and industrial robots, Mitsubishi Electric helps bring higher productivity – and quality – to the factory floor. In addition, our extensive networks around the globe provide direct communication and comprehensive support to customers. The global slogan "Automating the World" shows the company's approach to leverage automation for the betterment of society, through the application of advanced technology, sharing know-how and supporting customers as a trusted partner.
For more about the story behind "Automating the World" please visit: www.MitsubishiElectric.com/fa/about-us/automating-the-world
— About e-F@ctory
e-F@ctory is Mitsubishi Electric's integrated concept to build reliable and flexible manufacturing systems that enable users to achieve many of their high speed, information driven manufacturing aspirations. Through its partner solution activity, the e-F@ctory Alliance, and its work with open network associations such as The CC-Link Partners Association (CLPA), users can build comprehensive solutions based on a wide ranging "best in class" principle.
In summary, e-F@ctory and the e-F@ctory Alliance enable customers to achieve integrated manufacturing but still retain the ability to choose the most optimal suppliers and solutions.
*e-F@ctory, iQ Platform are trademarks of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation in Japan and other countries.
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— Media Contact
Pam Summers
Marketing Communications Manager
Mitsubishi Electric Automation
Pam.Summers@meau.com
+1 (847) 478-2415