China Hengshi Foundation Company launching Richland County operations
May 19, 2017
Fiberglass manufacturer investing $11.1 million and creating 48 jobs
- China Hengshi Foundation Company is locating new operations in Richland County.
- $11.1 million investment to create 48 new jobs.
- China Hengshi is a leading provider of fiberglass fabrics to the wind turbine industry.
- Located at 1440 Atlas Road in Columbia, S.C., the company’s new facility should be operational by the fourth quarter of 2017.
- Hiring should begin in the third quarter of 2017, and interested applicants should visit the company’s website or contact [email protected]
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