GREENVILLE, N.C., July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nipro Medical Corporation, a leader in the global healthcare and medical device industry, proudly announces its significant expansion in the United States with the establishment of its first North American manufacturing facility in Greenville, North Carolina. This strategic development is set to generate 232 new jobs and involve an investment of approximately $398 million over the next five years.
Governor Roy Cooper Welcomes Nipro to North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper expressed his enthusiasm about Nipro's decision to expand to North Carolina, highlighting the state's reputation as a center for advanced manufacturing. "We are delighted to welcome Nipro to North Carolina," Governor Cooper stated. "This initiative not only reinforces our status as a prime location for advanced manufacturing but also demonstrates our state's capability in providing a skilled workforce and a superior quality of life."
Nipro to Enhance Local Production and Job Creation
Founded in Japan, Nipro stands as a Tier 1 manufacturer renowned for its high-quality medical devices and healthcare solutions. Tsuyoshi Yamazaki, Senior Managing Director of Global Business at Nipro, shared his excitement about the new facility. "We are thrilled to start manufacturing our cutting-edge medical devices in the U.S., which will support local healthcare professionals and patients with a stable supply chain and reduced transportation costs," said Yamazaki. "Our close proximity to customers will allow us to better respond to their needs and provide them with timely and effective solutions."
This investment highlights Nipro's commitment to innovation, growth, and environmental sustainability.
By establishing manufacturing in the United States, Nipro will significantly reduce global transportation needs, cutting down on carbon emissions. This initiative underscores Nipro's dedication to minimizing environmental impact and fostering a sustainable future. "Our new facility in Greenville is a major milestone in our sustainability journey, reflecting our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint," said Mr. Yamazaki. Nipro continues to lead by example in the medical device industry, championing environmental stewardship and sustainable practices.
A Testament to International Commitment
Akira Shimizu, CEO of Nipro Medical Corporation, reflected on the significant impact of this expansion. "This new facility marks a major milestone in Nipro's commitment to the U.S. market, allowing us to deliver high-quality medical devices that enhance patient outcomes and quality of life across the country," said Shimizu.
Significant Economic Impact and Job Opportunities
The new facility in Pitt County marks Nipro's first venture into producing advanced medical devices directly in the U.S. market. The advanced manufacturing site will host a range of positions from engineering and production to administrative and management roles. Nipro values ownership, flexibility, and team spirit among its employees. People who are willing to make a difference and contribute to Nipro's mission are welcome to join and grow with the company.
North Carolina: A Hub for STEM and Manufacturing Talent
N.C. Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders noted, "North Carolina's rich environment for STEM talent and our robust manufacturing workforce make it an ideal location for global healthcare leaders like Nipro. Our commitment to fostering growth ensures that North Carolina remains at the forefront of medical innovation and manufacturing."
Supporting Patients with Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease
The North Carolina facility is set to produce state-of-the-art medical devices that support patients with diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and other renal health issues, reflecting Nipro's commitment to enhancing the quality of patient care through innovative medical technologies.
Vice President of Manufacturing Operations and Inaugural Site Leader for the Greenville Medical Device Plant Anticipates Collaboration and Success
Krizay Elenitoba-Johnson, Vice President of Manufacturing Operations and Inaugural Site Leader for the Greenville Medical Device Plant, expressed anticipation for the collaborative opportunities ahead. "I look forward to working with our dedicated team and the supportive community here to achieve great successes," Elenitoba-Johnson remarked.
Nipro Medical Corporation (https://www.nipro.com [nipro.com]), headquartered in Bridgewater, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nipro Corporation, headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Established in 1954, our parent company employs more than 38,000+ team members and specializes in medical, pharmaceutical, and glass products. Nipro Corporation is the global leader in medical technology – alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life for millions of people around the world.
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Nipro Announces Major Expansion with New Medical Device Manufacturing Facility in Greenville, North Carolina, USA
LOS ANGELES, June 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California homeowners are facing longer hot seasons, rising utility costs, and evolving lifestyle needs. As a result, demand for flexible, energy-efficient cooling solutions continues to rise across the region with no signs of slowing down.
DELLA, a leading provider of ductless mini split systems, is helping homeowners meet these changing demands with smart, room-specific cooling solutions. As modern households seek greater comfort, convenience, and energy efficiency, ductless systems offer an effective alternative to relying solely on traditional whole-home climate control.
The Shift Toward Smarter Home Climate Control
This pronounced shift reflects a growing trend reshaping home comfort. Today's homeowners are no longer focused only on keeping a house cool. Increasingly, they want personalized comfort that adapts to how different rooms are being used throughout the day.
Modern smart homes no longer function as a single environment with a uniform temperature. Climate fluctuates naturally throughout the day based on a variety of factors, and each room serves a completely different purpose.
Yet many traditional HVAC systems continue to cool the entire household as though every room and every person require the same temperature.
To remedy this, homeowners across Southern California are exploring room-by-room climate control solutions that provide greater flexibility and efficiency.
Why Traditional Central AC Often Feels Inconsistent
Most central air systems were designed around a simple old-fashioned idea: one thermostat controls the entire home. But modern living has changed dramatically.
Different rooms heat up differently based on sunlight, layout, occupancy, electronics, cooking activity, ceiling height, and even the time of day. The result is a home that constantly feels slightly off balance.
Common frustrations include:
- Bedrooms that stay warm long after sunset
- Overcooled living rooms during the day
- Upstairs areas that never feel comfortable
- Constant thermostat adjustments
- Rising summer energy bills without better comfort
The issue isn't always that a system is failing—it's that the system was designed for an older idea of how homes function.
Today, homeowners are searching for energy efficient cooling systems that support room-by-room living rather than treating the home as a single environment.
Because real comfort is not just about what the thermostat says.
It's about how a home actually feels.
This is why DELLA provides energy efficient cooling systems that adapt to how people actually live instead of forcing one fixed temperature across the entire home.
How DELLA Mini Split Systems Address Changing Homeowner Needs
DELLA mini split systems were designed around the growing demand for personalized comfort and more efficient cooling.
Instead of pushing air through extensive ductwork from a single central source, mini split systems deliver targeted comfort directly into individual rooms. Each indoor unit operates independently, allowing temperatures to adjust naturally based on how each space is being used.
That flexibility changes the entire home comfort experience.
Rather than overcooling one area to compensate for another, homeowners can create balanced comfort throughout the home in a way that feels quieter, more efficient, and better aligned with daily routines.
This is one reason ductless mini splits and smart climate systems continue gaining popularity throughout Southern California, particularly during extended periods of summer heat.
The goal is no longer simply more air conditioning.
It is smarter comfort that works in the background while adapting naturally to everyday life.
Key advantages include:
- Room-by-room temperature control
- Faster cooling response times
- Lower energy waste compared to traditional ducted systems
- Quiet air conditioner performance for bedrooms and living spaces
- Flexible installation without major renovation work
- More balanced airflow throughout the home
For many homeowners, the biggest difference is how natural the comfort feels.
The best climate systems don't constantly remind you they're running. They quietly support the way people actually live.
Homes Aren't One Temperature Anymore
A bedroom may require cooler nighttime temperatures for improved sleep quality.
A home office may need consistent daytime cooling during work hours.
A kitchen naturally generates heat during cooking.
Living rooms may fluctuate based on gatherings, sunlight exposure, entertainment equipment, and daily activity.
Traditional HVAC systems often struggle to respond to these changing conditions because they treat the entire house as a single cooling zone.
That is where zoned cooling for homes becomes a significant advantage.
Mini split systems allow homeowners to cool spaces individually rather than forcing a single setting throughout the home. The result is more precise comfort, improved efficiency, and a living environment that better reflects how people use their homes today.
The DELLA Mini Split Collection
DELLA offers a complete collection of ductless cooling systems designed to adapt to virtually any lifestyle, home layout, or comfort preference. Three of the company's most popular models — the Serena, Optima, and Vario Series — each deliver a different approach to modern comfort while emphasizing efficiency, quiet performance, and flexible everyday living.
The Serena Series focuses on balanced whole-home comfort with smooth, quiet operation and up to 22 SEER2 efficiency, making it an ideal choice for consistent daily use.
The Optima Series is designed for multi-zone precision, allowing homeowners to independently control temperatures in different rooms for greater comfort and improved efficiency throughout the home.
Meanwhile, the Vario Series offers a practical and budget-conscious solution for targeted cooling in bedrooms, home offices, garage conversions, apartments, and ADUs.
Together, these systems reflect DELLA's broader approach to smart, adaptable comfort built around the way modern homeowners actually live.
Quiet Comfort Is the New Luxury
One of the biggest changes happening in modern home comfort is that homeowners are becoming more sensitive to how cooling feels — not just whether cold air exists.
Older systems often rely on aggressive airflow, loud cycling, or constant thermostat adjustments that make the cooling experience feel noticeable and disruptive.
But modern comfort trends are shifting toward quieter, more balanced environments.
People want bedrooms that stay cool without loud airflow at night.
They want living spaces that feel evenly comfortable without cold blasts of air hitting one side of the room.
They want systems that operate quietly in the background while daily life continues naturally.
This is why mini split systems are increasingly viewed as both a lifestyle upgrade and an efficiency upgrade.
DELLA's technology supports a softer, more adaptive approach to cooling that aligns with how modern homes are actually being used.
Energy Efficiency That Supports Everyday Living
Energy savings remain one of the strongest practical advantages of mini split systems.
Unlike traditional HVAC systems that repeatedly cycle on and off, inverter technology continuously adjusts output to maintain stable temperatures more efficiently.
This leads to:
- Lower monthly utility costs
- Reduced energy waste
- More stable indoor temperatures
- Less system strain over time
- Improved long-term efficiency performance
For homeowners dealing with Southern California summers, those efficiency gains often become noticeable quickly, especially during extended heat waves when cooling systems run for longer periods throughout the day.
Southern California Home Comfort
Real comfort is about creating spaces that feel balanced, natural, and comfortable exactly where and when you need them most. DELLA provides homeowners, especially those in areas with hot climates like Southern California, with all the right options to save money, conserve energy, and stay truly comfortable.
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DELLA Highlights Growing Demand for Room-by-Room Climate Control in Southern California
