nVent named 2026 Minnesota Manufacturing Awards honoree by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
nVent recognized in the Manufacturer of the Year-Extra Large category for contributions to Minnesota’s economy, innovation, and workforce
The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal has named nVent a 2026 Minnesota Manufacturing Awards honoree in the Manufacturer of the Year – Extra Large category. The award recognizes nVent’s strong financial performance, innovative manufacturing practices, job creation, sustainability leadership, and meaningful impact on Minnesota’s economy.
Being recognized as a Minnesota Manufacturing Awards honoree reflects the dedication of nVent employees and the commitment to inventing the global electrified future—leading from Minnesota.
Minnesota-Based Manufacturing Leadership
nVent is proudly headquartered in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, with additional manufacturing and operational locations in Anoka, Blaine, Dayton, and Alexandria. From Minnesota, the company supports customers globally across fast-growing electrical markets.
The Business Journal also honored Laura Dyste Penz, a Minnesota-based nVent leader, in the Emerging Leader in Manufacturing award category. Laura, ISC Analytics Associate Director, was instrumental in launching a new 117,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Blaine, Minnesota. She also established the supplier code of conduct and supplier diversity program for nVent and is active in the Connecting Cultures Employee Resource Group.
Manufacturer of the Year Award Selection Criteria Highlights
Record Financial Performance
In 2025, nVent delivered record financial results, achieving $3.9 billion in sales. Growth was driven by a successful strategic portfolio transformation and strong execution across global manufacturing operations.
Focused Business Strategy
nVent executed a disciplined shift toward higher-growth electrical markets, including data centers, utilities, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure, strengthening long-term growth and resiliency.
Manufacturing Innovation
The company applied lean, digital, and data-driven operating models to improve speed, efficiency, and scalability across global facilities. nVent also launched 100% of new products without single‑use plastic packaging, advancing sustainable manufacturing innovation.
Job Creation and Workforce Retention
nVent employs more than 2,000 people in Minnesota and supports a 12,000+ global workforce. The company expanded U.S. manufacturing capacity to meet demand in growth markets while delivering above‑benchmark employee engagement.
Sustainability and Environmental Impact
nVent’s manufacturing practices achieved measurable environmental improvements in 2025, including:
- 10% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions versus the 2024 baseline
- ~8–9% reduction in water use
- 91% of waste diverted from landfills
- Continued reduction in hazardous waste generation
Community Engagement
nVent invested in local and global communities through employee volunteering, STEM education, charitable giving, and disaster relief efforts. In 2025, employee volunteer hours increased 53%, supporting hundreds of nonprofit organizations.
Upcoming Recognition
nVent will be featured alongside other honorees in the July 17, 2026 special publication of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. To view the full list of 2026 Minnesota Manufacturing Awards honorees, visit Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal.
