Henkel recently celebrated the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Brandon, South Dakota. With an investment of approximately $30 million and additional support from South Dakota’s government and economic development organizations, the site has doubled in size — from 35,000 to 70,000 square feet. Henkel reports that the expansion enhances the facility’s role as the company’s North American flagship for thermal management and adhesives solutions.

According to Henkel, this strategic expansion plays a pivotal role in delivering high-performance materials, manufactured under the leading LOCTITE® and BERGQUIST® brands, tailored to the evolving needs of the electric vehicle (EV) and electronics industries.

“This expansion marks a significant milestone in Henkel’s journey to support the long-term growth of the EV and electronics markets with sustainable, high-performance solutions,” said Bjoern Jackisch, senior vice president, Operations & Supply Chain, Henkel Adhesive Technologies. “Our investment in Brandon reflects our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships — with our customers and the community. We are proud to strengthen our footprint in North America and contribute to the future of mobility.”

Henkel’s Brandon facility is the first in its North American Adhesive Technologies business to achieve LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. The project is registered with the certification goal of LEED Silver® and underscores Henkel’s dedication to sustainable operations and responsible growth.

Henkel reports that the expansion includes the installation of additional mixers, enabling high-volume production of advanced thermal management and adhesive solutions. These technologies are essential for maintaining optimal operating temperatures and ensuring the long-term performance, safety, and durability of automotive batteries and electronic components. The upgraded facility now has the capacity to produce thermal management materials at a robust scale, supporting the long-term growth of the EV and electronics market across North America. 

“This expansion is more than an investment in infrastructure — it’s a testament to what is possible when industry, government, and community come together with a shared vision,” said Marcel Fleck, senior vice president, automotive components, Henkel Adhesive Technologies. “Aligned with the addition of our new North America Battery Application Center in Madison Heights, Michigan, we are deepening our collaboration with customers and accelerating innovation in EV and electronics and building a more sustainable future. We are grateful for the unwavering support of our local community and government officials, along with the dedicated employees, who together, have made this expanded facility a reality.”

The Brandon facility was built in 2009. Henkel’s significant investment in Brandon was announced in October 2021, followed by the start of construction in September 2022.

Learn more about Henkel at www.henkel.com.

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