Milliken & Company names Steve Layton president of Polartec Business
June 28, 2019
Milliken & Company, a global diversified manufacturer with more than a century and a half of textile expertise, has named Steve Layton president of its newly acquired Polartec business. The…
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Tindall’s South Carolina operation advances in technology with new batch plant facility
June 26, 2019
Tindall Corporation’s Spartanburg location is currently building a new state-of-the-art batch plant facility that will increase production and support the company’s overall growth and manufacturing demand. The space is estimated…
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Tindall’s South Carolina Division Awarded Commercial Airport Project of the Year
June 18, 2019
The Asheville Regional Airport parking deck was awarded the 2019 Commercial Airport Project of the Year—Architectural Project by the Southeast Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SEC-AAAE). Tindall…
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Kimura, Inc. expanding Greenville County operations
June 17, 2019Logistics leader creating 25 new jobs in Piedmont, S.C. Kimura, Inc., a subsidiary of global logistics leader and innovator Kimura Unity in Japan, today announced plans to expand its existing…
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Boise Cascade expanding its Chester County operations
June 12, 2019
Manufacturing Company Investing $17.5 Million in South Carolina Facility Boise Cascade Company (NYSE: BCC), is expanding its existing operations in Chester County. The company is investing an additional $17.5 million…
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Milliken & Company to acquire Polartec from Versa Capital Management
June 11, 2019
Milliken & Company (“Milliken”), a global diversified manufacturer with more than a century and a half of textile expertise, today announced that it signed a definitive agreement to acquire Polartec,…
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Michelin appoints new senior leader of North America
June 11, 2019
Michelin Group has named Alexis Garcin as the next chairman and president of Michelin North America, the Company announced. Garcin succeeds Scott Clark, recently promoted to the Group Executive Committee as executive vice president…
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Michelin’s Corporate Foundation donates $1 million to build ‘Michelin Green’ in Greenville’s Unity Park
June 6, 2019The Michelin Corporate Foundation announced a $1 million donation to protect and restore a span of the Reedy River that runs through Greenville’s Unity Park, the largest contribution to the…
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GreenWood, Inc. expands safety team with Kellie Corlee
June 5, 2019
GreenWood, Inc. announces that Kellie Corlee has joined the home office as Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Representative. In this role, Kellie will support the overall GreenWood safety program including…
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Milliken & Company acquires Andover Healthcare, broadens healthcare offering
June 4, 2019
Today, Milliken & Company, a global innovation company with more than a century of performance and protective textile, specialty chemical and floor covering expertise, announces the acquisition of Andover Healthcare,…
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Michelin’s innovative Youth Apprenticeship program certified by U.S. Department of Labor
May 24, 2019
Michelin was honored by the U.S. Department of Labor for its Youth Apprenticeship program that exposes high school students to advanced manufacturing careers. Now in its second year, the program…
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Spectrum Quartz launching new Dillon County manufacturing operations
May 24, 2019
Quartz Slab Products Manufacturer and Distributor Creating More Than 150 Jobs Spectrum Quartz, part of the Hirsch Glass Corporation, a manufacturer and distributor of quartz and other glass products, today…
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U.S. Waffle Company launching new Pickens County facility
May 24, 2019
Frozen Food Processing Facility to Create 114 New Jobs U.S. Waffle Company today announced plans to launch a new frozen food processing facility in Pickens County. The company’s $22.1 million…
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a2b Fulfillment adding new facility in Edgefield County
May 20, 2019
Logistics Provider Creating Approximately 21 New Jobs a2b Fulfillment announced plans to add its fourth U.S. location in Edgefield County, creating approximately 21 new jobs. Since 2001, a2b Fulfillment has…
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JUUL Labs, Inc. investing over $125 million in Lexington County operations
May 13, 2019
New operations to help create 500 jobs JUUL Labs, Inc. today announced plans to invest more than $125 million in a new assembly facility in Lexington County. This investment is…
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CyberSC to present Annual Awards for Cyber Excellence at 3rd Annual Cybersecurity Summit in Greenville on May 16th
May 6, 2019CyberSC announced the recipients of the 2019 CyberSC Awards for Cyber Excellence. Award recipients in three categories – Industry, Government, and Academia – will be recognized at the SC Chamber…
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KeyMark hosts inaugural Insights intelligent automation conference
May 1, 2019
KeyMark, Inc., a leading reseller of intelligent automation solutions, will be hosting its first-ever intelligent automation conference, called Insights, on May 15, 2019 in downtown Greenville, SC. The conference will…
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Kelley Engineering announces expansion in Anderson County
May 1, 2019
Two phases of expansions expected to add 25,000 SF, create 30 jobs Kelley Engineering, a company that specializes in designing automation equipment and CNC machining and metal fabrication, is expanding…
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Mumford Industries Inc. upgrades increase plastic recycling / reprocessing capacity
May 1, 2019
Mumford Industries Inc. a recycler and reprocessor of industrial plastic scrap recently completed phase 2 of their 2019 upgrades by installing an enhanced metal detection system to further improve their…
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CeramTec North America to expand Laurens County operations
April 26, 2019
Advanced ceramics manufacturer CeramTec North America is once again expanding its existing facility in Laurens County. CeramTec North America, the first ceramic-to-metal seal manufacturer in the world, is a global organization with…
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SCMA honors companies for Excellence in Corporate Responsibility
April 25, 2019
At its statewide annual meeting in Charleston, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance awarded 20 South Carolina manufacturing facilities with its Corporate Responsibility Award for their accomplishments in 2018. The Award…
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IPSUM Technologies, LLC launching new Pickens County production operations
April 24, 2019
Manufacturing Company Creating Approximately 55 New Jobs IPSUM Technologies, a high-tech, advanced manufacturing company serving a variety of industries, today announced plans to launch new production operations in Pickens County.…
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GreenWood, Inc. earns prestigious Lighthouse Beam Safety Award for 9th consecutive year
April 23, 2019
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, was recently presented with the Lighthouse Beam Safety Award for achieving excellence in safety performance throughout their organization. The prestigious…
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Milliken & Company named one of America’s Best Mid-Size Employers for second year
April 19, 2019
For the second year in a row, global diversified manufacturer Milliken & Company was included among America’s Best Mid-Size Employers. Compiled by Forbes magazine, the 2019 list recognizes the top…
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The Muffin Mam, Inc. launching new Laurens County operations
April 10, 2019
Wholesale bakery and supplier to create approximately 114 new jobs The Muffin Mam, Inc. is launching new production operations in Laurens County. The company’s $18.8 million investment is projected to…
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Perdue Farms invests $25 million in Dillon County expansion
April 9, 2019
Creation of approximately 100 new jobs The S.C. Department of Commerce and Governor Henry McMaster today announced that Perdue Farms has completed a $25 million expansion at its harvest operation in Dillon…
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World Energy launching new Hampton County operations
April 4, 2019
Biodiesel supplier bringing $5.4 million investment World Energy, one of America’s largest suppliers of biodiesel, announced plans to locate its new production facility in Hampton County. The company’s $5.4 million…
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Horton Holding, Inc. locating new operations in Oconee County
April 3, 2019
Horton Holding, Inc., a premium provider of engine-cooling solutions, announced plans to locate new operations in Oconee County, creating 125 new jobs. Horton Holding manufactures and markets fan drives, fans…
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The Heirloom Companies earns national distinction
April 3, 2019
For nine years running, work designed and/or produced by The Heirloom Companies was honored by the National Ornamental and Miscellaneous Metals Association (NOMMA) during its 2019 Ernest Wiemann Top Job…
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Multi-Pack expanding current Greenville County facility
April 2, 2019
$16.3 million investment to consolidate sales and production operations Multi-Pack announced plans to grow its existing Greenville County operations. The company’s $16.3 million investment is projected to create 72 new…
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Greenwood Fabricating and Plating expanding existing Greenwood County operations
April 2, 2019
$17.1 million investment to create 31 additional jobs Greenwood Fabricating and Plating announced plans to expand its existing Greenwood County manufacturing operations. The company’s $17.1 million investment is projected to create…
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CeramTec North America to expand Laurens County operations
March 28, 2019
Supplier and Sales Organization for Advanced Ceramic Components investing $20 million Advanced ceramics manufacturer CeramTec North America is expanding its existing facility in Laurens County. CeramTec North America is a…
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Tindall’s South Carolina division to provide precast concrete for Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort parking deck
March 26, 2019Tindall Corporation’s South Carolina Division will provide precast concrete components for a new parking structure that adjoins the new 725 room hotel and convention center expansion at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino…
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GreenWood, Inc. names Kevin Crittendon as Vice President
March 26, 2019
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces that Kevin Crittendon has been named Vice President of the company. In this role, Kevin is responsible for all…
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Greenville County to benefit from $60 million investment in 3M manufacturing operations
March 18, 2019
Greenville County will benefit from 3M’s planned $60 million capital investment over the next five years to increase its manufacturing capacity and enhance its infrastructure at its operations in Greenville.…
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InvestiNet expanding its existing Greenville County operations
March 6, 2019InvestiNet, announced plans to expand its existing operations in Greenville County, South Carolina. The company’s expected $2.1 million investment is projected to create approximately 85 new jobs over a five-year…
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Milliken & Company named to 2019 World’s Most Ethical Companies list
February 26, 2019Milliken & Company was named among the 2019 World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Milliken is…
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Milliken & Company named to 2019 World’s Most Ethical Companies list
February 26, 2019
Milliken & Company was named among the 2019 World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Milliken is…
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Charleston Distilling expanding operations in Charleston County
February 21, 2019
$4.2 million investment will include new distillation capabilities and more Charleston Distilling announced a $4.2 million investment in its Charleston County operations. The expansion is projected to create an additional…
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Maxwood Furniture, Inc. locating new distribution center in Marion County
February 19, 2019
Furniture Manufacturer and Distributor Creating 21 New Jobs Maxwood Furniture, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of bedroom furniture, today announced plans to locate its new distribution center in Marion County.…
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Bosch Community Foundation supports STEM education at Greenville Technical College
February 19, 2019
A $12,000 grant from the Bosch Community Foundation is providing scholarship assistance for 22 high school students enrolled in Greenville Technical College STEM courses. The students are taking the classes…
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Eclipse Automation locating operations in York County
January 23, 2019
Industrial automation systems provider creating 90 new jobs . Eclipse Automation, a provider of automated systems for a variety of industries, today announced plans to locate new operations in York…
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Fuyao North America launching new Greenville County processing center
January 19, 2019Auto glass supplier creating 70 new jobs Fuyao North America Inc., a venture of China-based Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd. (Fuyao Group), is launching a new processing center in…
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Fuyao North America launching new Greenville County processing center
January 17, 2019Auto Glass Supplier Creating 70 New Jobs Fuyao North America Inc., a venture of China-based Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co. Ltd. (Fuyao Group), is launching a new processing center in…
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Michelin adds innovation partnership with Daimler Trucks
January 9, 2019
Michelin North America, Inc. is partnering with Daimler Trucks North America (“DTNA”) on a key feature of the recently announced Freightliner Cascadia Class 8 heavy-duty truck. Three years in development,…
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Central Packaging and Crating, Inc. expanding Greenwood County operations
January 9, 2019Company investing more than $6 million in continued growth Central Packaging and Crating, Inc., a manufacturer of wooden, heat-treated pallets, is expanding its operations in Greenwood County. The company’s $6…
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Central Packaging and Crating, Inc. expanding Greenwood County operations
January 8, 2019Company investing more than $6 million in continued growth Central Packaging and Crating, Inc., a manufacturer of wooden, heat-treated pallets, is expanding its operations in Greenwood County. The company’s $6…
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VTL Precision expanding Lowcountry presence
January 3, 2019
$8.2 million investment to house new business line in Goose Creek, S.C. VTL Precision, a leading developer and manufacturer of precision-engineered engine, transmission and turbocharger components for the commercial vehicle…
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Small local logistics company receives Siemens 2018 Small Business Award
December 18, 2018Logisticus Projects Group, a diverse company specializing in Innovative Transportation, Project Management, and Technology Solutions, has been selected by Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) to receive the 2018 Small Business…
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Ascend Performance Materials growing Greenwood County operations
December 18, 2018
Chemical provider investing $35.2 million to accommodate continued growth Ascend Performance Materials (Ascend), a global provider of high-quality fibers, chemicals and plastics, is expanding its Greenwood County operations once again. To…
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