Paslin History

Founded in 1937, Paslin is a full service design and build organization serving the global automotive industry through the concept, design, construction and deployment of complex automated assembly and welding systems.

1937
Humble Beginning
Paslin is founded and starts out as a small stamping facility in Warren, Michigan.
Paslin 1937 worker and Machinery
Paslin on the Rise
Paslin delivers its first of many comprehensive machines, and begins the body-in-white tooling for the major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) at the time.
1942
1945
First Gauging Fixture
Paslin's first gauging fixture is provided to a small automotive tier-one supplier.
Paslin Grows
Paslin expands their services by providing high volume work pieces used to machine component parts for the OEM's.
1958
1980
Paslin Elevated to Tier-1
Paslin builds the first of many welding assembly lines, shipped to the General Motors Buick City Plant, starting Paslin on the route to becoming a leading provider of robust assembly systems to tier-one suppliers and OEM's.
MIG Welding Technology
Paslin completes installation on the first full frame MIG Welding line.
1992
1997
Engineering Group Launched
Paslin incorporates the Paslin Engineering Group, solidifying Paslin as a major supplier of vertically integrated turnkey systems.
First Body-in-White System
Paslin receives their first order to provide a complete body-in-white system.
2003
2012
Paslin Forges Ahead with EV Bodyshop
Paslin provides a complete body-in-white assembly shop for an all-aluminum, all electric vehicle using numerous applications, such as multi-fastening, riveting, self-piercing, and welding.
Paslin Acquired
Paslin is acquired by investment firm Three Tower Partners to continue the growth of the organization.
2013
2014
Paslin Forms Service Group
Paslin forms a service group providing after-installation support services to assist customers in achieving their manufacturing objectives.
Paslin Expands
Paslin opens the doors to their fourth facility in Shelby Township, Michigan with over 150,000 square feet of state-of-the-art manufacturing and design space.
2015
2016
Global Partner
Paslin is acquired by Wanfeng Technology with the goal in mind to be positioned to expand their system and service capabilities globally.
Manufacturer of the Year Award
Paslin was recently awarded the prestigious Macomb County Manufacturer of the Year Award for 2020.
2020
2023
Global Expansion
Paslin announces the opening of Paslin Mexico in Ramos Arizpe adding an additional 115,000 sq ft of Assembly space.

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