Datalogic, an Italian advanced data capture and industrial automation company and manufacturer of barcode readers, mobile computers, sensors, vision systems and laser marking systems, inaugurated its local production operation in Brazil, the first in Latin America. Investe São Paulo, linked to the Secretariat for Economic Development, Science, Technology and Innovation, supported the installation of the enterprise.
Located in Jundiaí (SP), the plant was planned to assemble some equipment for the advanced data capture lines. The production of the first units started in May. Datalogic Brasil is also structured to offer technical assistance and maintenance of equipment locally to its customers, in addition to providing a demonstration center where it is possible to learn about and test the most recent and innovative solutions.
“Datalogic is one of the only companies to carry out the complete production of this type of technology in Brazil. In this plant, we will produce a wide range of innovative solutions in advanced data capture, such as barcode scanners and mobile computers – known in this market as data collectors – for applications in the retail, transport and logistics, manufacturing and healthcare markets,” he says. Bill Parnell, CEO of Datalogic ADC. “Brazil is considered a fast-growing market with great business potential. This factory also aims to supply all of Latin America with products and services with a strong value proposition”, he adds.
Investe São Paulo advised Datalogic in the search for areas to set up the company. “Projects related to information and communication technology are given priority in the State of São Paulo. Investe SP believes that these products add value to the production chain and promote the creation of highly qualified jobs. The installation of Datalogic in Jundiaí will be fundamental for the economy and for the population of this region”, says the president of Investe São Paulo, Luciano Almeida.
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