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Frame-X, a U.S.-based manufacturer of prefabricated wall and floor assemblies for residential construction

Frame-X’s Expansion Success in Mexico: A Case Study with ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø

Frame-X, a U.S.-based manufacturer of prefabricated wall and floor assemblies for residential construction, sought to expand its operations to meet rising demand. In 2012, the company embarked on a journey to set up a new facility in Tecate, Baja California, with the expert support of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø (CPI). This case study details the challenges they faced, the solutions CPI provided, and the impressive results that followed.

Key Challenges

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01

Non-Traditional Manufacturing Setup

Frame-X's production process did not fit the conventional mold of traditional IMMEX operations that rely on industrial warehouses. Instead, they required a large open-space facility, presenting logistical and operational challenges that deviated from standard maquiladora programs.

02

Regulatory Hurdles

Navigating the complexities of Mexican compliance and import/export regulations, especially for prefabricated components, added significant challenges.

03

Workforce Development

Training the local workforce from scratch to meet Frame-X’s specialized needs in prefabricated manufacturing required a focused, hands-on approach.

04

Administrative and Operational Management

Managing payroll, labor law compliance, and recruitment while maintaining production efficiency in a new country represented a considerable administrative burden.

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CPI’s Solutions

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01

Custom Facility Solutions

CPI identified and secured a 42-acre open-space yard, an ideal solution for Frame-X’s unique operational needs. This outdoor facility provided the space and flexibility required for their non-traditional manufacturing processes.

02

Regulatory Expertise & Seamless Logistics

CPI’s compliance team managed all regulatory requirements, ensuring that Frame-X’s products met Mexican regulations and that import/export operations were smooth and efficient.

03

Tailored Workforce Training

CPI designed customized training programs that allowed Frame-X to quickly build a skilled workforce. CPI’s recruitment team scaled the workforce from 60 to 160 employees in just four weeks, ensuring Frame-X’s production remained on track.

04

End-to-End Administrative Support

CPI handled all administrative tasks, including payroll, labor law compliance, and employee benefits, allowing Frame-X to focus on manufacturing and innovation without the hassle of day-to-day operational management.

Results

Achievements in Expansion and Efficiency

  • 42-Acre Expansion: Frame-X’s facility grew from a modest 3-acre operation to a 42-acre site, significantly increasing production capacity to meet U.S. demand.

  • Enhanced Production Efficiency: By moving part of the assembly process to Mexico, Frame-X freed up valuable resources in the U.S. and increased its operational efficiency.

  • Skilled Workforce: CPI’s recruitment and training efforts led to the rapid development of a skilled and motivated workforce, with a retention rate of nearly 98%.

  • Streamlined Operations: With CPI’s administrative and logistical support, Frame-X successfully navigated the challenges of manufacturing in Mexico, ensuring compliance, reducing overhead, and maintaining smooth production.
In 2012, the company embarked on a journey to set up a new facility in Tecate, Baja California
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