About McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX

McAllen-Edinburg-Mission is a metropolitan area located in the southern tip of Texas, in the Rio Grande Valley. It is made up of three principal cities: McAllen, Edinburg, and Mission, which are surrounded by smaller communities. Each city has its own unique characteristics but together form a bustling and culturally rich region.

 

Transportation

The McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metropolitan area boasts a well-connected transportation network. It is served by major highways, including Interstate 2 and 69C, facilitating easy access for both local commuters and trade with Mexico. The region also operates the McAllen International Airport, offering domestic and international flights, contributing to its accessibility and connectivity. Companies in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX have been using GAO Tek’s products in building, maintaining, and operating cars, buses, trucks, roads, bridges, airplanes, airports, etc.

Economy

The economy of McAllen-Edinburg-Mission is diverse, with key sectors including healthcare, retail, education, agriculture, and international trade. Its strategic location on the U.S.-Mexico border fosters a robust trade environment, contributing significantly to the region’s economic vitality. The area’s retail sector, with centers like La Plaza Mall, drives both local and cross-border commerce. Many industry leaders in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission have worked with GAO Tek’s to develop advanced technological solutions for them, including GAO Tek products from these categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical & Water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, and Network and IoT Products.

Geography

Situated in the southern tip of Texas, the region’s geography is characterized by flat terrain, subtropical climate, and proximity to the Rio Grande River. The landscape supports agriculture, particularly citrus production, and offers various natural attractions, including the World Birding Center and Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park. McAllen-Edinburg-Mission is strategically important to GAO Tek Inc. McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and its neighboring cities are among GAO Tek’s major markets since GAO focuses on the North American market. Ranked as one of the top B2B technology suppliers, GAO Tek has many customers in this region and ships products overnight here from its office in the city of Toronto or New York City.

Education

The McAllen-Edinburg-Mission area is home to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), offering diverse academic programs and research opportunities. UTRGV plays a pivotal role in higher education within the region. The area also has well-regarded public and private educational institutions at various levels, contributing to the development of a skilled workforce. Some leading education institutions in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX have deployed GAO Tek’s leading-edge products to teach and invest in the next generation of talents from McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX.

 

Top Industries in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX

McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX is a global economic powerhouse and has many globally and regionally influential industries, such as:

  • Healthcare Industry
  • Retail and Trade Industry
  • Education Industry
  • Agriculture Industry
  • Manufacturing Industry
  • Tourism and Hospitality Industry
  • International Trade Industry
  • Logistics and Transportation Industry

 

Healthcare Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

The healthcare sector is a major contributor to the region’s economy, with numerous hospitals, medical centers, clinics, and healthcare service providers. It offers a wide range of employment opportunities, from healthcare professionals to administrative staff. Customers in healthcare industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX have purchased in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers have purchased GAO Tek’s are particularly interested in GAO Tek’s Life Sciences Testers, including Life Sciences, Melting Point, Peristaltic Pumps, Polarimeters, and Viscometers.

Here are the leading companies in the healthcare industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
  • South Texas Health System
  • Rio Grande Regional Hospital
  • Mission Regional Medical Center
  • Edinburg Regional Medical Center
  • McAllen Medical Center
  • Cornerstone Regional Hospital
  • South Texas Behavioral Health Center
  • Valley Baptist Medical Center – Harlingen (nearby in Harlingen, TX)
  • Valley Baptist Medical Center – Brownsville (nearby in Brownsville, TX)

 

Retail and Trade Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

The area serves as a bustling retail center, attracting shoppers from both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border. It houses large shopping centers like La Plaza Mall and numerous smaller retail outlets, contributing significantly to the local economy. Customers in the retail and trade industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers are particularly interested in GAO Tek’s Structural Testers including Coating & Material Thickness Gauges, Crack Detectors, Flaw Detectors, Gloss Meters, Hardness Testers, Manometers, Other Material Analyzers, Surface Roughness Gauges & Testers, Thermal Imagers & Industrial Endoscopes, Thickness Gauges, Ultrasonic & Mass Flow Meters and Vibration Meters.

Here are the leading companies in retail and trade industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • La Plaza Mall
  • Simon Property Group
  • H-E-B Grocery Company
  • Walmart
  • Target
  • Best Buy
  • Macy’s
  • JCPenney
  • Dillard’s
  • Kohl’s

 

Education Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

With institutions such as the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), the education sector plays a pivotal role in the local economy. UTRGV offers diverse academic programs and contributes to research and innovation. Customers in education industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers are particularly interested in GAO Tek’s Structural Testers including Coating & Material Thickness Gauges, Crack Detectors, Flaw Detectors, Gloss Meters, Hardness Testers, Manometers, Other Material Analyzers, Surface Roughness Gauges & Testers, Thermal Imagers & Industrial Endoscopes, Thickness Gauges, Ultrasonic & Mass Flow Meters and Vibration Meters.

Here are the leading companies in education industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV)
  • South Texas College
  • Texas State Technical College (TSTC)
  • The IDEA Public Schools
  • McAllen Independent School District (ISD)
  • Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District (CISD)
  • Mission Consolidated Independent School District (CISD)
  • Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (CISD)
  • La Joya Independent School District (ISD)
  • Weslaco Independent School District (ISD)

 

Agriculture Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

The region’s geography and climate are conducive to agriculture, especially citrus production. The area is known for its citrus fruits, and agriculture remains a significant industry, providing employment and contributing to the local economy. Customers in agriculture industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers are particularly interested in GAO Tek’s Environmental Test Instruments, including Anemometers, Colorimeters, Gas Analyzers, Hygrometers, Infrared Thermometers & Cameras, Moisture Analyzers & Meters, Radiation Meters, Refractometers, Sound Level Meters & Calibrators, Temperature & Process Calibrators, Data Loggers and Turbidimeters.

Here are the leading companies in agriculture industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • Rio Queen Citrus
  • Giumarra Companies
  • TexaSweet Citrus Marketing
  • Rio Valley Switches
  • Frontera Produce
  • Village Farms
  • Lone Star Citrus Growers
  • Vanguard International
  • Texas Citrus Mutual
  • Superior Foods International

 

Manufacturing Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

McAllen-Edinburg-Mission has a growing manufacturing industry, with a focus on various products, including electronics, machinery, and metal products. The proximity to the border enhances the area’s manufacturing capabilities and international trade. Customers in manufacturing industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers are particularly interested in GAO Tek’s Structural Testers including Coating & Material Thickness Gauges, Crack Detectors, Flaw Detectors, Gloss Meters, Hardness Testers, Manometers, Other Material Analyzers, Surface Roughness Gauges & Testers, Thermal Imagers & Industrial Endoscopes, Thickness Gauges, Ultrasonic & Mass Flow Meters and Vibration Meters.

Here are the leading companies in manufacturing industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • TST NA Trim, LLC
  • Janome Industrial Equipment USA, Inc.
  • EDCO Technologies
  • Royal Technologies Corporation
  • Alps Electric (North America), Inc.
  • Arguindegui Oil Company VII Ltd
  • Vention Medical
  • Alamo Industries, Inc.
  • Advanced Scientifics, Inc.
  • Garnett Component Sales, Inc.

 

Tourism and Hospitality Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

The region’s natural attractions, historical sites, and cultural events attract tourists. The hospitality sector, including hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues, plays a vital role in the economy. Customers in tourism and hospitality industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in tourism and hospitality industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • La Quinta Inns & Suites
  • Drury Inn & Suites
  • Embassy Suites by Hilton
  • Hilton Garden Inn
  • Holiday Inn Express
  • Marriott Hotels
  • Comfort Suites
  • Wyndham Garden
  • Courtyard by Marriott
  • Best Western Hotels & Resorts

 

International Trade Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

Situated near the U.S.-Mexico border, the region benefits from significant international trade activities. It serves as a gateway for trade between the United States and Mexico, contributing to the economy through cross-border commerce. Customers in international trade industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in international trade industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • Expeditors International
  • FedEx Trade Networks
  • DHL Global Forwarding
  • UPS Supply Chain Solutions
  • N. Deringer, Inc.
  • Crane Worldwide Logistics
  • JAS Forwarding
  • Border Trade Logistics
  • Aduana Internacional S.C.
  • STC International

 

Logistics and Transportation Industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

Given its strategic location, the area has a strong logistics and transportation industry, facilitating the movement of goods across the border and within the region. This sector includes trucking, warehousing, and distribution services. Customers in logistics and transportation industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in logistics and transportation industry in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

  • McAllen Free Trade International Bridge
  • Falcon International Reservoir
  • McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge
  • Mission Rail Park
  • McAllen Foreign Trade Zone
  • Port of Brownsville
  • Union Pacific Railroad
  • FedEx Freight
  • Conway Freight
  • Roadrunner Transportation Services

 

Helping Customers in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission with Compliance

With its products and services, GAO Tek has been helping its customers in McAllen-Edinburg-Missionto comply with the U.S. federal regulations, TX regulations, and McAllen-Edinburg-Mission regulations or by-laws. For example, on the TX level, we have worked with

  • Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
  • Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
  • Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
  • Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
  • Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV)
  • Texas Railroad Commission
  • Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
  • Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC)
  • Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
  • Texas Department of Insurance (TDI)

 

Helping Customers in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission

GAO Tek provides online support or onsite support at customers’ premises McAllen-Edinburg-Mission and has been working with partners in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission to supplement our support work. GAO Tek ships its products overnight to customers in Chicago from our office in New York City or the City of Toronto.

Here are some of GAO Tek’s other customers in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX. They have purchased GAO Tek products from these categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical & Water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones and Network and IoT Products.

  • Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
  • Bert Ogden Auto Group
  • HEB Grocery Company (Several store locations in the area)
  • Lone Star National Bank
  • IBC Bank (Various branches)
  • International Bank of Commerce (IBC)
  • South Texas Health System
  • Rio Bank
  • Plains Capital Bank
  • La Plaza Mall (Owned and operated by Simon Property Group)
  • City of McAllen (Municipal government)
  • City of Edinburg (Municipal government)
  • City of Mission (Municipal government)
  • La Joya Independent School District
  • Mission Consolidated Independent School District
  • Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District
  • Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District
  • IDEA Public Schools (HQ in Weslaco, with multiple schools in the area)

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