Cooperative Electric Energy Utility Supply, Inc. expanding Lexington County, SC operations

$52 Million investment will create 61 new jobs

Cooperative Electric Energy Utility Supply, Inc. (CEEUS), a consumer-owned electric materials supplier, today announced plans to expand operations in Lexington County, South Carolina. The company’s approximately $52 Million investment will create 61 new jobs.

Established in 1974 by the South Carolina Electric Cooperatives, CEEUS, along with its wholly-owned subsidiary Line Equipment Sales, Inc., serves electric cooperatives, municipalities, investor-owned utilities and electrical contractors across South Carolina. CEEUS aims to be the supplier partner for all electrical supplies and materials to electric utilities and contractors by supplying equipment to its customers at a great value. In addition to electrical materials, the company offers personal protective equipment (PPE) testing and a tool repair service.

Currently operating in Lexington County, CEEUS’ expansion will include purchasing a new 247,000-square-foot facility at 1029 Colite Ave., in West Columbia. The company plans to upfit and expand the new facility to accommodate its corporate headquarters, a new state-of-the-art test lab and a tool repair shop.

Operations are expected to be online in the new facility by April 2024. Individuals interested in joining the CEEUS team should visit the company’s careers page.

“We are excited to be expanding in South Carolina and remaining in Lexington County. The purchase of this new warehouse and move for our corporate headquarters is a big step in the future of CEEUS and our customers, and we appreciate the support of our board of directors and everyone else who has helped make this new investment a reality. We look forward to a bright future and continued growth while helping utilities serve the families of South Carolina.” -CEEUS President and Chief Executive Officer Chad Capps

“We congratulate CEEUS on its success in Lexington County and the next phase of its growth. The company provides an invaluable service to help meet a critical need for communities, and we look forward to seeing the boost that this expansion provides in serving that need and opportunities for local citizens.” -Central SC Alliance Chairman Matthew Shaffer

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Cooperative Electric Energy Utility Supply, Inc. (CEEUS) is expanding Lexington County operations.
• The company’s approximately $52 Million investment will create 61 new jobs.
• CEEUS is a consumer-owned electric materials supplier.
• Located at 1029 Colite Ave. in West Columbia, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the CEEUS team should visit the company’s careers page.