In a market where proximity, agility, and reliability have become strategic levers, the ACTIA Group made the decision in 2018 to invest in a cutting-edge 4,500 m² (48 438 ft²) facility in Romulus, Michigan, located right next to Detroit Metropolitan Airport.
This Midwest city (historically nicknamed “Motor City”) hosts a major share of the U.S. automotive industry. It is home to the headquarters of Ford, General Motors, Stellantis, and hundreds of Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers specializing in embedded systems, electric vehicles, and power electronics. This industrial density makes Michigan the ideal environment for an EMS provider capable of meeting diverse, complex, and evolving demands.
ACTIA Electronics: An EMS provider in Michigan offering proximity, agility, and high-quality solutions
Far from simply adding to the long list of industrial players in this iconic state, the ACTIA Electronics factory stands out thanks to its unique positioning—focused on agility, high-mix production, and high added value.
Designed to meet the specific needs of major OEMs, tech startups, and demanding sectors (such as marine, rail, industrial automation, and electric vehicles), the site emphasizes small to medium series production, fast prototyping, and an average annual capacity of 120,000 units.
With an investment of $18.5 million, the plant began operations in 2019. Its responsiveness and flexibility give it a competitive edge in this high-density industrial region. ACTIA’s Romulus facility is a complete electronics manufacturing center, offering PCB assembly, electromechanical assembly, prototyping, contract design, and after-sales services.
ACTIA Electronics: An EMS provider in Michigan integrated into ACTIA’s global manufacturing network
What sets this plant apart is its full integration into ACTIA’s global industrial ecosystem. The site benefits from a network of shared expertise, resources, and technologies with the group’s other production units, especially in Europe.
Weekly inter-site meetings, shared engineering reviews, common digital platforms, and coordinated sourcing strategies allow ACTIA to pool innovation, synchronize processes, and ensure production continuity despite global market disruptions. This hybrid model—combining local proximity and global strength—gives ACTIA Electronics valuable agility and proven industrial resilience. This global network enables the site to leverage shared innovation, global sourcing, synchronized workflows, and technical expertise. It enhances agility, technical excellence, and the ability to maintain uninterrupted production in the face of local challenges.
Advanced technologies supporting precision electronics manufacturing
ACTIA Electronics combines the best of automation with the value of human expertise. The plant is equipped with advanced technologies such as:
- Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)
- Advanced electrical test systems
- Digital traceability tools
- High-precision robotic assembly equipment
It also incorporates artificial intelligence projects for real-time defect detection, contributing to the transition toward a smarter, more efficient, predictive, and connected factory. These innovations are aimed at ensuring highly reliable production while optimizing costs and lead times.
But these tools don’t replace people—they support them. Line supervision, prototype customization, decision-making, and continuous improvement all rely on human expertise. Technology empowers people, not the other way around.
A committed EMS provider in Michigan: investing in talent and local training
To operate this next-generation factory, ACTIA Electronics is building a steadily growing multidisciplinary team, with a target of 150 employees in the near future. Key profiles include:
- Electronics technicians
- IPC-A-610 certified quality inspectors
- Production planners
- Supply chain specialists
- Business development and IT professionals
The required skill set reflects the complexity of modern electronics manufacturing: technical training, attention to detail, teamwork, troubleshooting skills, lean manufacturing principles, digital dexterity, and adaptability.
ACTIA also invests in local training partnerships with Michigan schools and universities to develop a pool of qualified industrial talent embedded in the local community. This helps ensure the company’s sustainable growth and its commitment to long-term regional development.
Meeting the industrial challenges of tomorrow
In a context marked by component shortages, stringent regulations (such as IATF 16949 in the automotive sector), sustainability goals, and time-to-market pressure, ACTIA Electronics offers a differentiated EMS solution.
Thanks to its flexible industrial structure, connected infrastructure, integrated skillsets, and the strength of the ACTIA Group, the Romulus plant is well-equipped to support demanding industrial projects with short lead times and consistent quality.
The site can also accommodate a wide variety of customer needs with on-demand production, adjusting volumes as required. Average annual production hovers around 120,000 units, enabling operational agility while ensuring strict quality control.
Conclusion: a different kind of EMS provider, serving north America’s industry
In a state where traditional production lines still dominate, ACTIA Electronics stands out. With its strategic location in Michigan, adaptive capabilities, advanced electronics expertise, and integration within a global industrial network, it has become a trusted EMS partner for North American manufacturers seeking flexibility, innovation, and reliability.
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