KIRCO MANIX to Lead $62 Million Expansion Project for ZF North America Inc.
July 24 2024 - 7:30AM
KIRCO MANIX, a Michigan-based construction company, is proud to
announce its partnership with ZF North America Inc. and WP Carey on
a groundbreaking $62 million expansion project. With this project,
ZF, an automotive industry leader, aims to enhance its
international research and development capabilities for airbag,
seatbelt, and steering wheel systems.
The project, located in Washington Township, Macomb County,
involves the construction of an 82,000-square-foot building on ZF's
existing 30-acre site. This state-of-the-art facility will house an
8 meganewton Intron crash test sled, one of the few in operation
worldwide. In addition, KIRCO MANIX will renovate ZF's existing
136,000-square-foot and 120,000-square-foot buildings, ensuring a
comprehensive and modern workspace for ZF's operations.
With construction having kicked off in October 2023, the project
is scheduled to be completed in early 2025. This expansion will
enable ZF’s passive safety systems division, ZF LIFETEC, to
consolidate its prototype, engineering, testing services, and
support functions. As a unit of the renowned Germany-based ZF
Group, one of the largest automotive suppliers globally, ZF LIFETEC
is at the forefront of automotive safety innovation.
ZF plans to transfer 100 employees from its Romeo plant to the
Washington Township campus. This relocation will not only retain
400 jobs but also create approximately 25 new job opportunities,
further boosting the local economy.
Doug Manix, President of KIRCO MANIX, spoke about their
expertise and alignment as the right partner for this project,
saying, "Partnering with ZF North America Inc. on this expansion
project is a perfect fit for us. We've built our reputation on
delivering complex corporate facilities, handling everything from
multifaceted renovations to expansive new builds. Constructing ZF's
state-of-the-art safety technology facility in Macomb County aligns
perfectly with our passion for precision and quality in complex
construction. We're excited to bring our experience to the table
and ensure this project sets new benchmarks in the industry."
The selection of Washington Township for this expansion project
was the result of a rigorous internal evaluation process, which
considered other potential sites such as Monterey, Mexico, and
Mason, Arizona. By choosing Washington Township, ZF has prevented
the transfer and loss of over 600 jobs from Michigan.
About KIRCO MANIXOperating throughout the region since
1929, KIRCO MANIX provides construction services in the following
market sectors: corporate office and headquarters; advanced
manufacturing / research and design; warehouse / distribution;
retail; healthcare; and senior living. The company offers customers
a unique, full-service approach by managing the design, engineering
and construction phase through the eyes of an owner. For more
information, please visit www.kircomanix.com or call
248.354.5100.
Vanessa Gregory
KIRCO
2486604260
vanessagregory@kirco.com