The program verifies that facilities and products meet Build America, Buy America Act requirements through third-party audits of manufacturing and supply chain processes.
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has launched a new Make It American certification program to help the market identify products and manufacturing facilities that have implemented processes to meet Build America, Buy America Act domestic content requirements.
Make It American certification enables companies to demonstrate that their processes and supply chain management systems have undergone rigorous, third-party expert audits, providing greater certainty and confidence to manufacturers, government agencies, and procurement officials looking to source materials with enhanced levels of US-manufactured content.
Companies can certify their facilities to NEMA’s Make It American Process Standard, and additional product specifications which are currently available for low-voltage power distribution equipment and wire and cable, with more specifications coming for other product lines in the coming months. Companies that successfully complete the certification audit are granted marks to showcase their rigorous supply chain processes, commitment to transparency, and enhanced domestic manufacturing footprint.
“The US electroindustry is the backbone of our nation’s energy system, investing over $185 billion in domestic electrical component manufacturing since 2018,” says Debra Phillips, president and CEO of NEMA, in a release. “NEMA’s Make It American program allows our nation’s manufacturers to showcase their commitment to US manufacturing, creating even more jobs, and strengthening the American manufacturing sector.”
NEMA Member Companies Gain Certification
Eaton, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Southwire, and TESCO Metering are the first NEMA member companies to achieve the NEMA Make It American Process Certification. In addition, Siemens, Southwire, and TESCO earned product certifications.
“Siemens is proud to support the Make It American program, which provides a robust framework for companies to document compliance with Buy America Preference requirements, ensuring transparency and accountability in the manufacturing process,” says Barry Powell, regional CEO of Siemens Electrical Products North America, in a release. “Siemens’ US manufacturing facilities are equipped to produce components and products that comply with the Buy America Preference requirements, reflecting our unwavering commitment to supporting American manufacturing and infrastructure while underscoring our commitment to manufacturing excellence.”
NEMA’s Make It American Program includes precedent-setting standards, certifications, and resources to help electrical manufacturers navigate domestic content requirements. Through these tools, NEMA aims to empower manufacturers to make informed decisions, strengthen critical supply chains, and support US infrastructure and economic growth.
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