News Summary
TOTO has launched a $224 million manufacturing facility in Morrow, Georgia, expanding its production capacity by 150%. The facility focuses on luxury toilets, moving much of its production from Asia to North America. It is expected to create over 400 local jobs and enhance TOTO’s annual output to approximately one million units. The state-of-the-art facility incorporates advanced manufacturing technologies and emphasizes sustainable practices, aiming to generate significant economic benefits for the local community.
Morrow, Georgia—TOTO, the world’s largest plumbing manufacturer, has officially opened a new $224 million state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Morrow, Georgia. This new plant, which spans over 363,393 square feet and stands three stories tall, aims to significantly enhance TOTO’s production capacity in North America by 150%.
The facility will primarily focus on producing luxury one-piece toilets, specifically catering to the increasing market demand for high-quality bathroom products. With this expansion, TOTO will shift much of its production from its facilities in Asia to this new location in North America. As a result of the new plant, TOTO’s annual production capacity in the Americas is expected to reach approximately one million units annually, with the Morrow plant adding around 300,000 units to its output each year.
The new facility is expected to create over 400 local jobs, aligning with TOTO’s broader growth strategy for the Americas. Construction of the state-of-the-art plant began in June 2023 and was completed in November 2024, with production set to commence in the fall of 2025.
Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
To ensure efficiency and quality, the manufacturing process at the Morrow facility will incorporate advanced technologies such as robotics, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), and high-pressure casting techniques. Among these innovations is a specialized tank bonding robot designed to improve both the quality and productivity of TOTO’s luxury toilets.
Sustainability Commitment
The facility reflects TOTO’s commitment to sustainable and responsible manufacturing practices, emphasizing principles of Cleanliness, Comfort, and Health as well as respect for the Environment and building Connections with People. This dedication to sustainability is expected to become a hallmark of TOTO’s operations in North America.
Economic Impact
The opening of the new plant is projected to generate approximately $43 million for the local economy in Clayton County. TOTO has been a significant player in the Americas market since 1989 and established its first manufacturing facility in Georgia in 1991. In the fiscal year 2024, TOTO USA reported impressive sales of $464 million, which indicates a robust demand for its premium bathroom products.
Industry Leadership
This new manufacturing facility in Morrow stands out as the most advanced TOTO factory in the U.S. to date. It further solidifies TOTO’s status as a leader in luxury bathroom innovation, paving the way for the company’s future growth and expanding its influence within the plumbing industry.
As TOTO prepares to commence production in 2025, the company is well-positioned to enhance its service to customers across North America while adhering to its principles of providing exceptional quality and sustainability in bathroom solutions.
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