Labor, Process Integration, and Value Stream Control Metal fabrication costs are not driven solely by steel prices. In 2026, OEMs face margin pressure from various sources: rising labor costs, uncertainty about tariffs, fluctuating freight rates, longer supplier lead times, and the need to lower working capital. Many procurement teams are still focused on negotiating piece […]
Prince Manufacturing is proud to announce that the fully automated metal plating line at our Santa Catarina, Monterrey, Mexico facility is officially online and running at production capacity. This expansion reinforces our commitment to supporting automotive, EV, industrial, and power-distribution customers with scalable, high-precision metal finishing solutions that meet the most demanding performance requirements.A Next-Generation […]
Donald Trump recently released a list of ten economic principles that are included in his bill for sweeping economic reform, which he describes as the “One Big Beautiful Bill.”For Prince, which has successfully created a hybrid model combining manufacturing and assembly operations at Mexican maquiladora facilities with a robust U.S.-headquartered network of manufacturing, engineering, logistics, […]
Today’s business climate presents some serious challenges for manufacturers from industrialized nations. Between rising labor costs in Asia, the threat of more tariffs, the growing risk of intellectual property theft, and the quest to be as near to your market as possible, many companies are reconsidering their options for doing business in the United States. […]
At Prince Manufacturing, we offer integrated solutions across both the United States and Mexico, giving our partners the flexibility to optimize their supply chains, reduce costs, and navigate today’s shifting global trade environment with confidence.In particular, our Mexican operations under the maquiladora model have become a strategic asset for OEMs responding to rising global tariffs […]
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in 2020, has introduced a new chapter in North American trade relations. While much of the focus has been on its impact on tariffs, labor rights, and environmental policies, one often overlooked area is how the USMCA affects the operations […]
In the increasingly competitive global market, manufacturing companies constantly strive to improve efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining high product quality. Supply chain management in manufacturing plays a pivotal role in achieving these objectives. A well-optimized supply chain ensures that raw materials and components arrive on time, production schedules are met, and finished goods reach […]
The trend is reversing. China is no longer considered the better option across the board. Reshoring to the US and especially nearshoring to Mexico are becoming more and more popular.
Historical Context and Evolution of the BABA ActThe Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) is a legislative initiative with deep historical roots. It was conceived to bolster American manufacturing by prioritizing using domestically produced materials in federally funded infrastructure projects. The Act’s lineage can be traced back to the Buy American Act of 1933. This […]
