MEC to advance MEWP capabilities with new engineering centre
The centre features CAD design technology, specialized testing equipment, and a clean-room R&D lab

MEC Aerial Work Platforms has officially opened its new Engineering Center of Excellence. The cutting-edge facility, located at MEC's headquarters and factory in Kerman, CA, features advanced CAD design technology, modern communication and meeting spaces, specialized testing equipment, and clean-room R&D lab, all enhancing collaboration across MEC's engineering, technical support, and product quality teams.
The Engineering Center of Excellence
The two-story, 8,000 sq foot centre is designed to foster creativity and collaboration among MEC's engineers, technical support teams, new product development personnel, manufacturing personnel and industry experts. With a focus on developing next-generation products, the Engineering Center of Excellence will enable MEC to attract top design and engineering resources, accelerate innovation through new and enhanced products, rapidly resolve technical challenges, and explore emerging technologies that drive future growth.
The facility will also serve as a training center, providing opportunities for continuous professional development for MEC team members and customers. In addition, it will host collaborative projects with industry partners, furthering MEC's mission of driving advancements in safety, performance, and technology.
"Our commitment to innovation and quality is at the heart of everything we do," said Gary Crook, MEC vice president of engineering. "The opening of this Engineering Center of Excellence marks a significant milestone in our journey. It will allow us to push the boundaries of engineering excellence, attract, and develop new talent and keep MEC at the forefront of innovation in our industry."