Teradyne will establish a US operations hub in Metro Detroit in 2026

Teradyne Robotics, a manufacturer of advanced industrial collaborative (cobot) and autonomous mobile robotics (AMRs), will open a new U.S. Operations Hub in Wixom, Michigan (Metro Detroit) in 2026. This strategic expansion reflects Teradyne Robotics’ commitment to operating close to its customers and meeting the growing manufacturing demand in the U.S. and the Americas.

The new facility will manufacture Universal Robots (UR) industrial collaborative robots (cobots), with future potential to include MiR autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). It will also serve as a regional customer training center, service hub, and visitor experience center.

The new U.S. Operations Hub will support the re-industrialization of America with advanced robotics. The company seeks to support the evolving needs of American industry, including productivity, reshoring, upskilling, and increased automation to address workforce challenges and enhance global competitiveness.

This facility, with support from a $2.7 million Michigan Business Development Program (MBDP) grant approved by the Michigan Strategic Fund Board, expands Teradyne Robotics’ presence in the Detroit area, creating more than 200 jobs over the coming years and an all-new robotics technology hub supporting advanced manufacturing in Michigan, the Midwest, and throughout America.

“This new U.S. Operations Hub is a pivotal step to support the growth of advanced robotics in America and demonstrates our commitment to customers in the United States,” said Jean-Pierre Hathout, president of the Teradyne Robotics Group. “Our customers are looking to robotics not only to boost competitiveness, but also to make factory floors more attractive to the next generation of workers. With this facility, we’re investing in both automation and education – scaling up deployment, service, and training capabilities to meet the evolving needs of U.S. manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing.”

Teradyne Robotics produces a range of robots designed to work alongside people, augmenting existing workforces and creating better workplace environments for employees. Its scalable, AI-enabled robotics platforms are built for agility, flexibility and future-proof performance.  

Teradyne already has a large robotics customer base in North America and a regional robotics office in Novi, Michigan. The company is based in North Reading, Massachusetts with its robotics R&D based in Denmark.

The location of the new Operations Hub was a strategic choice based on the area’s strong manufacturing heritage and industrial future.

“We are pleased to support a new U.S. Operations Hub for Teradyne, whose products and solutions are an incredible complement to the innovative and valuable supply chain that is found in Michigan. The partnership between the company and the State of Michigan presents an incredible opportunity and competitive advantage for all involved,” said Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corp.