Mexico Shelter Services
for Manufacturers

Forego the complexity and risks of offshoring. Shelter manufacturing in Mexico is fast, simple, and extremely profitable.

What is a Mexico Shelter Services Program for Manufacturers

The Tecma Shelter Program for Manufacturers enables foreign companies to establish operations in Mexico while outsourcing the legal, administrative, and operational complexities to local experts. The program handles everything from recruitment and payroll to legal compliance, accounting, and facility management, allowing manufacturers to focus solely on production. By participating, companies can capitalize on Mexico’s cost-effective labor, proximity to the U.S., and benefits from trade agreements like USMCA. This approach provides a low-risk, efficient way for companies to expand into Mexico without the need to manage all aspects of setting up a full operation independently.

What is shelter manufacturing?

Shelter manufacturing is a model where a company sets up operations in Mexico with the help of a local provider. The provider handles administrative tasks, while the company focuses on production. This allows businesses to expand with minimal risk and effort.

Who is shelter for?

Manufacturers, large or small, seeking to maximize productivity and minimize risk.

What do you get?

Plug into Mexico’s cost savings without the hassle of a distant foreign subsidiary.

38+

Tecma’s years in Mexico

50%+

Average cost savings for clients

30-90

Days to full production is possible

0%

Typical tariff liability for import and export

The advantages of a shelter program

Retain 100% Control

Purchasing from a contract manufacturer removes you from the quality and process equation. But shelter manufacturing in Mexico gives you full production control, while we absorb the administration, HR, and compliance aspect.
Leverage Economies of Scale

Tecma passes on the savings from large purchases of MRO supplies and service contracts to you. Partnering with Tecma gives you access to our network and group savings.
Cut Labor Costs

Mexico’s maquiladora workforce offers highly trained and specialized labor at rates comparable to or lower than those in China. The average manufacturing wage in Mexico is approximately $2.50/hr.
Enjoy Modern Facilities

Tecma offers state-of-the-art facilities and amenities in all office, production, shipping, and warehousing areas such as air conditioning, dependable energy grid access, security, sanitary facilities, and top-quality lighting.
Minimize Risk and Exposure

We provide a safe haven to our clients, managing all bureaucratic considerations and legal requirements, including permits, regulatory compliance, import/export, labor relations, and accounting.
Get Started Immediately

Tecma works with your team at every stage to select a site, hire the ideal workforce, and acquire equipment so you can start producing in as little as 30-90 days.

Helping manufacturers of every size and industry leverage Mexico’s benefits quickly and easily

Manufacturers that scale production up and down can do so efficiently.
Companies beginning a new product line can start production rapidly.
Producers who require short lead times can edge out their competition by weeks.
Small companies can have a shelter company in Mexico without the risk of a foreign subsidiary.
Large organizations can experiment in Mexico before committing to a standalone company.
Companies in highly competitive industries can cut costs by 50% over domestic competitors.

Construction process and conditioning of a manufacturing plant in Tijuana, Mexico. At TECMA we take care of leasing the building on your behalf and providing you with the best building available in the selected city for operation.

Shelter services in Mexico in simple steps

01

Analysis Based Decision

Review your Tecma-prepared cost analysis and commit to relocating some or all operations to Mexico.
02

Plan Your Strategy

Work with Tecma to prepare your relocation strategy and timetable.
03

Initiate Transfer

Tecma coordinates a transfer agreement with your foreign or US manufacturing facility and transfers equipment and technology.
04

Open Mexican Operations

Tecma acquires facility, provides qualified employees, and assumes responsibility for all legal issues while you focus on production.

Ismael Lara Director of Business Development

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Shelter Services Provided for Clients

Tecma’s shelter services in Mexico allow companies to manufacture in Mexico without the high start-up costs and delays. This is a full-service solution entirely customizable to each individual client’s needs. Clients trust Tecma’s expertise and 38+ years of experience to provide this broad range of services so they can focus on their business. Tecma secures all permits and licenses, provides support in selecting a facility, assistance with equipment and raw materials procurement, hires all employees, administers all accounting services, and exports the finished product under the USMCA.

Governmental Compliance

Tecma handles all Mexican governmental dealings as sole corporation of record.
Human Resources

Recruitment, orientation, conflict resolution, and health/safety compliance
Payroll and Benefits

Time & attendance, payroll prep & distribution, overtime & benefits
Accounting Compliance

Tecma maintains books and reports compliant with US and Mexico standards
Import-Export

Document processing, classifications, hazardous materials, duty-free shipping, customs
Mexico Vendor Management

Pricing negotiation, supplier evaluation, contract management, cost savings
Facilities Management

Construction, equipment layout, maintenance budgeting, janitorial, pest control
Physical Security

Security services cover cargo, transportation, and facilities
Logistics Management

Warehousing and moving client goods within and between US and Mexico
Employee Cafeteria Services

Tecma provides a diverse and nutritional menu for daily use and special events

What is Required to Start a Shelter Operation

Relocating operations to Mexico tax free is simplified with Tecma.
The process typically involves only a few steps and about 30-90 days between contract signing and becoming fully operational and manufacturing in Mexico.

Learn how simple Mexico shelter manufacturing can be

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Success Stories

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Sanitary-ware Supply Company

6-month project

Reduced costs by 1.5 million USD a year
Reduced the need for production operators by 40%
Increased capacity for 1.5 million additional profit
Estimated time for ROI: 1.5 months

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Sanitary-ware Supply Company

6-month project

Reduced costs by 1.5 million USD a year
Reduced the need for production operators by 40%
Increased capacity for 1.5 million additional profit
Estimated time for ROI: 1.5 months

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Sanitary-ware Supply Company

6-month project

Reduced costs by 1.5 million USD a year
Reduced the need for production operators by 40%
Increased capacity for 1.5 million additional profit
Estimated time for ROI: 1.5 months

DOWNLOAD CASE STUDY

With the Tecma Shelter Services program setting up an operation in Mexico is no more complicated than setting up an identical facility just across town.