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Since 1993, we have been a global Tier 1 supplier delivering innovative exhaust and aftertreatment systems, thermal insulation, and composite solutions for all powertrain technologies.

Driven by innovation

Founded in 1993, we have become a global Tier 1 supplier of exhaust and aftertreatment systems, thermal insulation, and composite solutions for gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and EV applications. Over three decades, our evolution and customer-focused strategy have made us a trusted partner, capable of engineering, designing, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing solutions from simple components to full systems. Today, nearly 2,000 professionals in seven countries drive our growth, flexibility, and commitment to innovation.

Our purpose and principles

Since our foundation, we have been driven by a clear mission, an ambitious vision, and strong values. 

Mission

Our mission is to be a world-class, global, multi-cultural organization offering high-quality exhaust & aftertreatment systems, thermal insulation, and lightweight composite solutions by adapting to our different markets and exceeding our customers and stakeholders’ expectations.

Vision

At Katcon, we are lean by design and driven by purpose — transforming efficiency and innovation into sustainable value for our customers and communities. We believe in continuous improvement and excellence through teamwork, sharing knowledge and best practices across the world. Guided by our core values of integrity, respect, and responsibility, we build a culture that values people as much as performance.
We strive to be a global example of industrial excellence — creating cleaner technologies, caring for our environment, and leaving a legacy of trust and progress for future generations.

Values

  • Safety and environment
  • Teamwork
  • Open communication
  • Operational excellence
  • Integrity
  • Outstanding quality
  • Customer centricity
Integrated Product Development

From Concept to Validation

Concept Generation

  • Benchmarking.
  • Target Analysis.
  • Reliability Evaluation.

Concept Design

  • 3D Modelling.
  • Performance Prediction.
  • Durability Verification.

Concept Tuning

  • Performance Optimization.
  • Process Feasibility Studies.
  • Advanced Manufacturing Analysis.

Concept Testing

  • Target Verification.
  • Full System Test and Validation.

Timeline

Operations start in Monterrey, Mexico.
1990
Katcon consolidates 100% of North America production in Monterrey, transferring 20+ lines from the United States.
2000
Katcon goes global with the acquisition of Delphi’s Exhaust Business.
2006
Operations start in new Michigan facility.
2009
Operations start of Katcon Institute for Innovation and Technology (KIIT) in Monterrey, México.

Operations start in new Shanghai facility.
2011
Joint Venture with Detting (Chongqing, China).
2012
Operations start in Korea.

Joint Venture with Tata (India).

Operations start in Plant 2 in Monterrey, Mexico.
2013
Katcon acquires Wendt Thermal Insulation (Germany).
2015
First Advanced Materials program award.
2017
Wendt Mexico starts operations.
2020

Timeline

Since 1993, our story has been marked by constant innovation, global growth, and lasting partnerships. This timeline highlights the milestones that shaped us into the trusted Tier 1 supplier we are today.

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Mexico - Planta 2
6 - 2020
Polonia (2)
1993
  • Katcon is established in Monterrey, Mexico.
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2009
  • Global expansion through acquisition of Delphi Exhaust Division.
2011
  • Katcon USA opened its manufacturing plant for complete exhaust systems in Auburn Hills, USA.
2012
  • Inauguration of the Katcon Institute for Innovation and Technology in Monterrey, Mexico.
2014
  • Start of operations in Katcon Korea.
  • Launch of Katcon Advanced Materials.
5- 2012
2017
  • Acquisition of thermal management company Wendt Automotive (Frankenthal, Germany).
2019
  • Katcon Advanced Materials business unit first project launch.
6 - 2020
2020
  • Major expansion in Katcon Poland.
2021
  • Opening of our Thermal Insulation plant in Monterrey, Mexico.
2024
  • Expansion of Plant 2 in Katcon Mexico.
7-2025
2025
  • Start of production of the Thermal Insulation program in Katcon Poland.
  • Joint Venture signed with Tata Autocomp for a new facility dedicated to Advanced Materials.
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