The U.S. manufacturing market offers tremendous opportunities for foreign electrical control system companies. From custom control panel builds to press brake retrofits, the demand for advanced, reliable, and compliant systems continues to grow. But selling directly into U.S. markets can come with challenges.
Partnering with a U.S.-based control system company, such as Control Works, creates a powerful advantage in overcoming compliance, logistics, and support issues. Long-term reliability is important to maintain the longevity of control systems, at a cost that is affordable for everyone involved.
Guaranteed Compliance with U.S. Standards
Electrical control systems in U.S. manufacturing must meet specific safety and regulatory requirements. Control Works is deeply familiar with these standards, such as UL508A for control panels, OSHA regulations, and NFPA 79 for industrial machinery. Working with a U.S.-based company ensures your specifications are fully compliant from the start, reducing the risk of costly rework, inspections, or liability issues down the road.
U.S. manufacturers prefer working with local partners who can provide faster response times, on-site support, and long-term service.
Shorter Lead Times and Supply Chain Advantages
Shipping entire panels from outside the U.S. can be costly, slow, and risky. By leveraging a U.S.-based partner’s domestic supply chain, foreign control system companies can reduce lead times, lower shipping costs, and minimize risk of damage or delays. Components are sourced locally, panels are built to spec in the U.S., and the final product is delivered quickly to the customer.
Seamless Communication and Collaboration
Time zones, language differences, and cultural gaps can complicate projects. A U.S. partner bridges that gap, collaborating directly with American manufacturers to handle design reviews, approvals, and project management. This creates a smoother experience for the end customer while the foreign partner focuses on innovation and core technology.
Shared Expertise and Technology
Partnerships combine strengths. A foreign company may bring cutting-edge automation solutions, software, or specialized designs, while a U.S. partner provides regulatory knowledge, panel fabrication expertise, and boots-on-the-ground service. Together, they deliver a higher-value solution than either could alone.
Long-Term Service and Support for U.S. Customers
U.S. manufacturers want confidence that their systems will be supported long after installation. A U.S. partner provides ongoing technical support, spare parts sourcing, and field service, giving customers peace of mind and ensuring strong brand reputation for both companies.
Control Works is the Partner You Can Trust
For foreign control system companies, the U.S. market is full of opportunity but also full of challenges. Partnering with a U.S.-based control systems provider ensures compliance, reduces risk, and builds trust with American manufacturers. Together, both companies can expand their reach, delivering superior solutions while growing stronger in one of the world’s most competitive industrial markets.
Control Works, Inc., a UL508A-Certified company, provides code-compliant, performance driven, control panel systems and press brake retrofits for U.S. manufacturers. We’re proud to partner with global technology leaders who want to bring their solutions to the American market.
Interested in partnering with us? Contact Control Works today to talk about how we can help you succeed in the U.S.
