Suppliers in Mexico: Simplify the Search with MESH Sourcing

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Suppliers in Mexico: Simplify the Search with MESH Sourcing

According to EuroGus and Redstone Manufacturing, just over 100 die casting foundries exist in Mexico. The top aluminum die casting manufacturers are Bocar Group, Nemak, Ryobi, Dynacast, and Pace Industries, with most of these bringing in $400 MM in sales. These companies specialize in and are competitive in high-volume applications and are primarily focused on the automotive and appliance industries.

Mexico Automotive Alliance group says the demand for the Die Casting industry in Mexico is over $10 billion (and growing fast due to nearshoring), but supplier capacity is barely $7 billion. There is a capacity shortage, as is evident from many companies trying to build manufacturing capacity in Mexico. Most OEMs in other industries and Tier 1 suppliers will not be able to find capacity. However, MESH sourcing professionals have found over 140 foundries scattered throughout Mexico.

Challenges Finding Foundries in Mexico

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Sourcing databases provide buyers instant information on foundries in Mexico without spending time and money having their procurement professionals travel there in person. With MESH, buyers can search and evaluate suppliers with press sizes of 50 tons to 1200 tons with open capacity with MESH Sourcing. Sixteen are ranked over 4.0 (on a 5.0 scale), indicating they have sound quality systems, engineering processes, production organization, and resources. Most of them show anywhere from 20-50% open capacity. A buyer can send an RFQ to these suppliers in just a few minutes.

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MESHS3121is a top-rated supplier in Mexico, earning a rating of 4.72. They have thirty high-pressure die-casting machines ranging from 650 to 2250 tons, are IATF16949 certified, and have die casting production processes for the aluminum commodity.

MESHS2993 is part of a large French conglomerate with gravity and aluminum die casting capabilities. They earned a MESH rating of 4.74, are ISO9001 certified, and have an open capacity to support automotive castings with six high-pressure die casting machines ranging from 350 to 1600 tons.

Contact MESH to simplify your search for suppliers in Mexico and achieve your nearshoring and supply chain resilience goals!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q 1. Why is it difficult for buyers to find die casting suppliers in Mexico?

Ans. Foundries are spread out across the country, often located in remote or industrial areas that are not easy to reach. Travel costs, language barriers, and growing security concerns make it hard to find suppliers. Also, real capacity and capability data are rarely found online, so it's tough to verify information without a sourcing platform.

Q 2. Why is there a capacity shortage in Mexico’s die casting industry?

Ans. Mexico’s die casting demand is over $10 billion each year. This growth is largely due to nearshoring and the automotive sector. However, the total capacity of suppliers is only around $7 billion. Most large die casters focus on high-volume programs for automotive OEMs. As a result, there is little availability for other industries or mid-volume buyers.

Q 3. How does MESH Sourcing simplify supplier discovery in Mexico?

Ans. MESH brings together verified supplier data. This includes press sizes, certifications, MESH Ratings, videos, capabilities, and open capacity. Buyers can quickly assess their options without needing to travel to Mexico. The platform lets buyers search by tonnage range, process type, location, and capability. They can also send RFQs directly within minutes.

Q 4. What does a MESH Rating tell buyers about a supplier?

Ans. A MESH Rating (1.0 to 5.0 scale) shows an auditor-verified assessment of a supplier’s quality systems, engineering processes, operational controls, plant organization, production flow, and export readiness. A rating above 4.0 signifies strong technical maturity, dependable systems, and readiness to support global buyers.

Q 5. Can buyers identify suppliers with open capacity through MESH?

Ans. Yes. MESH provides visibility into real-time open capacity, including available tonnage, number of machines, and utilization. This helps buyers quickly shortlist suppliers who can take on new programs. Many qualified Mexican die casters on the platform show 20 to 50% open capacity, which is critical in a tight market.

Q 6. What types of die casting capabilities can be found on MESH’s Mexico supplier list?

Ans. Buyers can find suppliers that offer high-pressure die casting, gravity casting, and aluminum casting, with machine sizes from 50 tons to 2250 tons. Many suppliers engaged in Mexico Sourcing also provide machining, surface finishing, heat treatment, and packaging for export. This setup allows for a complete production process in one location.

Q 7. How does MESH support nearshoring and supply chain resilience in Mexico?

By providing buyers access to over 140 verified Mexican foundries, which include capacity, quality ratings, and engineering evaluations, MESH helps companies lessen their reliance on distant areas and move production closer to North America. This improves lead times, lowers freight costs, and strengthens long-term supply chain resilience. Tools like a Supply Chain Resiliency Calculator help teams model risk, compare regional options, and measure the effects of shifting production. This fits well with Mexico’s manufacturing landscape. The growth in industrial capacity and the benefits of nearshoring make Mexico a more strategic sourcing destination.

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