SC Manufacturers Alliance announce recipients of the Professionals of the Year Awards
December 8, 2022
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has awarded four individuals in the manufacturing industry with the SCMA Professionals of the Year Awards. The SCMA Professionals of the Year Awards recognize…
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Essential Cabinetry expanding operations in Greenville County, S.C., adding 156 jobs
December 5, 2022
Essential Cabinetry Group, a leading cabinetry company, announced plans to expand its operations in Greenville County, S.C. The company’s $4.75 million investment will create 156 new jobs. “The investment in…
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Carolina Handling releases “Santa’s Automated Workshop” to highlight intralogistics solutions offerings
December 1, 2022
For the second year in a row, Carolina Handling has released a children’s holiday book, this one illustrating the Raymond lift truck dealer’s capabilities as an automated systems integrator. “Santa’s…
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Domtar announces CEO transition plan
November 30, 2022
John Williams to retire on June 30, 2023; Steve Henry is named successor FORT MILL, SC – Domtar Corporation announced that President and CEO John Williams’ retirement date will be…
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Carolina Handling creates world’s largest pallet painting
November 10, 2022Carolina Handling set the record for creating the world’s largest pallet painting on October 10 in Greenville, South Carolina when it completed a 26,235-square-foot portrait of Lady Liberty. Presented in…
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Joel Sheets of Tindall Corporation elected as Chair of National Precast Concrete Association
November 10, 2022
Joel Sheets, Senior Vice President of Operations at Tindall Corporation’s Infrastructure Group, was recently elected as Chair of the Board of the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA). In this role,…
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Nephron and Sharps announce manufacturing and research partnership
November 10, 2022Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation and Sharps Technology, Inc. announced a brand new partnership focused on developing and sharing best practices in innovative manufacturing, product development, customer support, and quality as Nephron…
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Air Compressor Services named to Inc.’s inaugural Power Partner Awards
November 7, 2022
Inc. Business Media today announced that Air Compressor Services (ACS) has received one of its inaugural Power Partner Awards, which honors B2B organizations across the globe that have proven track…
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Michael Cinquemani of Master Power Transmission honored with PTDA Warren Pike Award
November 4, 2022
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) has named Michael Cinquemani of Greenville, S.C., the thirty-first recipient of its Warren Pike Award for lifetime achievement in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC)…
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Inverter manufacturer EPC Power establishing operations in Greenville County, S.C.
November 2, 2022
Initial $5 million investment will create 150 new jobs at new East Coast facility GREENVILLE, S.C. – EPC Power, a leading producer of utility-scale power conversion products, today announced plans to…
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BMW investing $1.7 billion to expand S.C. manufacturing capacity and footprint
October 20, 2022
Investment will create 300 jobs and prepare for production of electric vehicle The BMW Group continues the roll-out of its electromobility plan with a new investment to expand Plant Spartanburg…
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Milliken & Company commits to net-zero future
October 19, 2022
SBTi verifies company’s net-zero science-based target by 2050 SPARTANBURG, SC – Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company announced its science-based net-zero targets have been approved by the U.N.-backed Science Based…
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Niagara Pharmaceuticals establishing operations in Cherokee County
October 18, 2022
$9 million investment will create 45 new jobs Niagara Pharmaceuticals, a manufacturer of eye health and safety products, today announced plans to establish its first United States operation in Cherokee…
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Next-Gen electric vehicle company Dash EV establishing operations in Greenville County
October 12, 2022
Carsharing pioneer to create at least 10 new jobs as it establishes headquarters Dash EV, an innovative electric car company, announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County. The company’s…
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Nephron Nitrile hosts National Manufacturing Day
October 12, 2022
National Associational of Manufacturers, The Manufacturing Institute, Nephron Hosting Creators Wanted For Second Straight Year Last Friday, October 7, the team at Nephron Pharmaceuticals including CEO Lou Kennedy hosted a…
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B&R Machining and Fabrication expands capabilities with new plasma cutting equipment
October 11, 2022B&R Machining and Fabrication, with facilities in Travelers Rest and Piedmont, has added Flat Sheet Metal Cutting to their list of services. B&R recently added state-of-the-art Plasma Cutting equipment, which…
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Governor McMaster issues proclamation recognizing National Manufacturing Day and South Carolina Manufacturing Month
October 6, 2022
Andy Carr, President & CEO of the SCMEP; Chuck Hall, President & CEO of Barnet and SCMA Chairman; SC Governor Henry McMaster; Sara Hazzard, President & CEO of the SCMA.…
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Paxton Access is building new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County, S.C.
October 5, 2022
Paxton Access, a global manufacturer of security technology, confirmed plans to grow its South Carolina footprint by building its new U.S. headquarters in Greenville County, South Carolina. The company is…
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Boysen USA establishing operations in Spartanburg County
October 4, 2022
Boysen USA, a subsidiary of the German-based Boysen Group, announced plans to expand its South Carolina presence with a new operation in Spartanburg County. The company’s $4.5 million investment will…
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Carolina Handling’s Murphy is named among Best HR Professionals
October 3, 2022
Lauren Murphy, vice president of human resources at Carolina Handling, has been named Best HR Professional among large private companies in the Charlotte area. The annual HR Awards presented by…
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Customer Service Specialist
September 30, 2022
The Customer Service – Sales Support Specialist is to provide customer satisfaction by leading the interface between Sales, R&D, Marketing and Operations Responsible for identifying and recommending procedure and work…
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Winar Connection, Inc. establishing operations in Spartanburg County
September 29, 2022
$5 million investment creating 50 new jobs Winar Connection, Inc. (Winar Connection), a manufacturer of custom cable products, announced plans to establish operations in Spartanburg County. The company’s $5 million…
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Global Flooring manufacturer Responsive Industries establishes operations in Greenville County, S.C.
September 28, 2022
Global manufacturer of PVC flooring to invest initial $10 million, add 10 jobs to establish operations Responsive Industries, a leading manufacturer of a wide range of vinyl floorings, announced plans…
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GreenWood, Inc. promotes two to leadership positions
September 15, 2022
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the promotion of Chris Culbreth and Jeremy Farley to project site leadership positions within the company. Both of these…
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Carolina Handling goes for world record with The Patriotic Pallet Project
September 12, 2022
Carolina Handling will attempt to create the world’s largest pallet painting when it hosts The Patriotic Pallet Project on Monday, October 10, at Greenville Downtown Airport in Greenville, South Carolina.…
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Tindall Corporation expands T-SLAB® system production to service the Mid Atlantic U.S.
August 31, 2022
Tindall Corporation announced the opening of a dedicated production line at their Virginia manufacturing plant for the patented precast concrete floor slab system, Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB®). T-SLAB…
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Milliken & Company welcomes new textile business president
August 25, 2022
Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company has promoted David Smith to executive vice president and president of Milliken’s Textile Business. Stepping into this new role after more than 40 years…
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Carolina Handling supports Greenville Technical College with Raymond lift truck donation
August 24, 2022
Carolina Handling is helping increase training opportunities at Greenville Technical College with the donation of a Raymond electric, sit-down counterbalanced lift truck to the college’s Industrial, Manufacturing and Trades department.…
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Owen Steel Co. investing in Richland County facility
August 18, 2022Owen Steel Co., a structural steel fabricator and contractor based in Columbia, has announced plans for a $3 million investment in its Richland County plant that will create an estimated…
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Air Compressor Services ranks No. 3718 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 annual list
August 16, 2022
With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 136% Percent, Air Compressor Services Receives Ranking No. 3718 Among America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies Today, Inc.revealed that Air Compressor Services (ACS) is No. 3,718 on…
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GreenWood, Inc. adds Derrick Shifflett to project leadership role
August 16, 2022
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the addition of Derrick Shifflett as project site leader in Elkton, Virginia. Derrick brings extensive construction/maintenance leadership experience gained…
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Novolex appoints new Chief Human Resources Officer
August 15, 2022
Novolex announced today that Lisa Dulski is appointed Chief Human Resources Officer, effective today, Aug. 15, 2022. In this capacity, Dulski will lead the Novolex global human resources organization. She succeeds Dave Cowfer, who has…
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Hira Industries’ Aerofoam USA establishing operations in Abbeville County
August 1, 2022
Aerofoam USA, a brand of the family-owned, international firm Hira Industries, announced plans to establish its United States headquarters and operations in Abbeville County. The company’s $11.5 million investment will…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Max Berry, Allegiance Flag Supply
July 28, 2022
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. We will be highlighting 20 entrepreneurs in each of…
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Kuntai establishing operations in Orangeburg County
July 26, 2022
$1.5 million investment will create 41 new jobs Kuntai (North Charleston) Limited Corporation (Kuntai), an automotive parts manufacturer, announced plans to establish operations in Orangeburg County. The company’s $1.5 million investment…
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Novolex introduces new stand for Cutlerease utensil dispensers, saving space while curtailing waste
July 18, 2022
Waddington North America, Cutlerease dispenses one disposable utensil at a time — and can now be set up anywhere Waddington™ North America (WNA), a Novolex® brand, announced today that it…
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TacMed Solutions™ is bucking the supply chain crisis with made in the USA Tourniquets
July 18, 2022
Amid a global supply chain crisis, TacMed Solutions quickly developed a sustainable production model to work against the supply chain crisis and aid the Ukrainian relief effort. To scale the…
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SHL Medical establishing operations in Charleston County
July 18, 2022
$90 million investment to create an estimated 165 new jobs SHL Medical, a world-leading provider of drug delivery solutions, today announced plans to establish operations in Charleston County. The company’s initial $90…
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City Roots expanding operations in Richland County
July 13, 2022
$4.4 million investment will create 60 new jobs City Roots, a family-owned urban farm and agribusiness destination, today announced plans to expand operations in Richland County. The company’s $4.4 million…
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SC Collaboration Website Inspires Future Workforce
July 7, 2022
Through the ongoing efforts of the Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) to build and grow the workforce pipeline in Laurens County, they recently learned of a creative new platform to…
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Carolina Handling celebrates 100 years of Raymond innovation
July 6, 2022
Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Florida’s central time zone, is celebrating 100 years of Raymond innovation in 2022.…
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A Conversation with James Chappell, CEO, SCBIO
July 5, 2022
In November of 2021, SCBIO named James Chappell as the organization’s new President and Chief Executive Officer. South Carolina life sciences has seen a near-doubling of firms and 40% increase…
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LCDC Holds HR Roundtable Discussion
June 29, 2022
On Wednesday, June 29th, the Laurens County Development Corporation (LCDC) hosted an HR Roundtable for over 32 HR representatives and leaders from local industries, utilities, educational institutions, and city and…
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Carolina Handling begins construction on new Atlanta facility
June 28, 2022Carolina Handling, the exclusive Raymond Solutions and Support Center for Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama and Florida’s central time zone, has begun construction on a new 82,508-square-foot facility in…
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Mumford Industries Inc. announces Retrieve™ sustainable plastic sleeves to be distributed by Louis P. Batson Co.
June 28, 2022
Mumford industries Inc., a recycler of post-industrial plastics and manufacturer of Retrieve™ Sustainable Film products is pleased to announce an agreement with Louis P. Batson to distribute for Retrieve™ plastic…
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SLG Investment Holdings, LLC acquires Package Concepts, Inc.
June 28, 2022
SLG Investment Holdings, LLC (“SLG”) has made its latest acquisition acquiring the business and assets of 33-year-old Greer-based Package Concepts, Inc. The company and assets will be managed through a…
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Assistant Controller
June 27, 2022
The Assistant Controller, will report to the Financial Manager and be responsible for supporting both sites in financial operations and duties. This position will be based at the SC facility.…
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WALK IN INTERVIEWS – Manufacturing Operator
June 26, 2022
The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for operating the machines, with a team, to produce quality finished goods according to customer specifications and performance requirements. •Perform set-up, start-up and shut-down of…
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Ritedose employees get help with gas prices
June 22, 2022
Paychecks increase $100 per month during gas price spike Company also expanding workforce The more than 450 employees at The Ritedose Corporation in Columbia are getting relief from high gas…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance announces Andi Rawl as the SC Automotive Council Executive Director
June 15, 2022
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has hired Andrea “Andi” Rawl as the Executive Director of the SC Automotive Council. “We are pleased to welcome Andi Rawl to the SCMA…
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