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Ziehl-Abegg Opens First U.S. R&D Facility at Winston-Salem Manufacturing Hub

German fan-manufacturer Ziehl-Abegg is opening its first U.S.-based research and development unit in Winston-Salem to support North American demand.

By Colin Percy · May 26, 2026

Ziehl-Abegg is expanding its presence in Winston-Salem with the launch of its inaugural U.S. research and development facility. This new R&D unit builds upon the company's existing local footprint, which includes a 520,000-square-foot manufacturing plant that opened in 2024. The firm currently employs over 400 workers in the area and continues to grow its operations to meet increasing North American demand for its industrial fan products.

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