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Dammam, Saudi Arabia: Emerson Climate Technologies, a business segment of Emerson, a leading provider of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions for residential, industrial and commercial applications, announced the grand opening of its new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, and celebrates the launch of Emerson Climate Technologies Arabia LLC.
The new facility, located at the Second Industrial Zone of the Saudi Industrial Property Authority "MODON" in Dammam, is approximately 3,000m2 and is fully equipped to produce and assemble various refrigeration condensing units specifically for the Saudi Arabian market. Additional product lines and services beyond condensing units can be accommodated within the new manufacturing facility.
Robert (Bob) T. Sharp, Executive Vice President, Emerson Business Leader, Emerson Climate Technologies, inaugurated the new facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony in Dammam.
"The Middle East & Africa is a key geographical region for Emerson Climate Technologies" said Sharp. "And a regional focus is an important part of our strategy. This is our second manufacturing facility in the region, and we are confident it will help deliver value for our customers in KSA."
Since 2003, when Emerson Climate Technologies started assembling condensing units in Dubai, UAE, customer demand has continually been on the rise. To sustain growth, particularly in Saudi Arabia, Emerson has decided to expand its production and invest in a new, state-of-the-art facility in the Kingdom.
"Emerson Climate Technologies is committed to improving customer service in the region. Having a local presence, fostering shorter lead times to customers, and improving customer service levels will truly help deliver the most value for our customers in the Kingdom," said K. Jayakumar, vice president, general manager Saudi Arabia.
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About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE: EMR), based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets around the world. The company is comprised of five business segments: Process Management, Industrial Automation, Network Power, Climate Technologies, and Commercial & Residential Solutions. Sales in fiscal 2014 were $24.5 billion. For more information, visit www.Emerson.com
About Emerson Climate Technologies
Emerson Climate Technologies, a business of Emerson, is the world's leading provider of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration solutions for residential, industrial and commercial applications. The group combines best-in-class technology with proven engineering, design, distribution, educational and monitoring services to provide
customized, integrated climate control solutions for customers worldwide. Emerson Climate Technologies' innovative solutions, which include industry-leading brands such as Copeland Scroll™, Dixell™ and Alco Controls™, improve human comfort, safeguard food and protect the environment. For more information, visit www.emersonclimate.mea
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