Facomsa

Automotive Electronics Manufacturer

Facomsa manufactures electronic components for the automotive industry from its headquarters in Lliçà de Vall, about 25 minutes from Barcelona. Founded in Barcelona in 1985 as a family business making motorcycle parts, it has grown into what the company describes as one of Europe's leading manufacturers in the sector.

Products and Specialties

The company's facilities are designed for manufacturing speedometers, speed sensors, and turn signals for most motorcycle and motor-vehicle models. It has added TFT and LCD display technology, enabling it to develop high-precision instrument panels for different types of vehicles. Its solutions are designed for scooters, motorcycles, bicycles, and cars.

Capacity and Facilities

• 2,600 square meters of buildings, with room to expand to 5,000 square meters.
• In-house laboratory for function, vibration, temperature, and environmental testing.
• Surface-mount technology (SMT) line and development of the ATLANTIC lines.
• Technicians specializing in TFT and LCD technology and engineering staff.

Company History

Milestones cited by the company include its founding in 1985, relocation to its current facility in Lliçà de Vall, design and manufacture of its first electronic cluster, expansion into European markets from 2000 to 2006, its first LCD instrument, its first NFC-connected device, adoption of TFT technology, and expansion of new TFT projects into Europe and the United States.

Quality and Certifications

Facomsa holds ISO 9001 certification, first under the 2002 version and later ISO 9001:2015. Its management system includes quality and environmental goals, with an emphasis on waste reduction and recycling.

R&D Funding

Development of the new SMT and ATLANTIC lines was funded by Spain's Ministry of Economy, Industry, and Competitiveness through its support program for R&D&I projects under the Connected Industry 4.0 initiative. The same ministry provided funding for the acquisition and development of assembly lines and workspace under the Industrial Reindustrialization and Competitiveness Promotion Program (FACOMSA Reindustrialization project, file RCI-040000-2016-369).

Contact

Email: facomsa@facomsa.com.