Savannah River National Laboratory and University of South Carolina appoint joint faculty member for advanced manufacturing
February 20, 2018Savannah River National Laboratory and the University of South Carolina’s College of Engineering and Computing have appointed Dr. John W. Weidner to the first joint faculty position to serve both…
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GreenWood, Inc. receives Affinity Insurance Risk Control Gold Award
February 20, 2018
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated operations, maintenance and construction solutions provider, has been awarded the Affinity Insurance Risk Control Gold Award for success in safety and claims management. The Gold level…
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Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. expanding its Aiken County operations
February 16, 2018
Polymer Extrusion Manufacturer Creating 51 New Jobs Zeus Industrial Products (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, is expanding its existing operations in Aiken County. The company’s…
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Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. expanding its Aiken County operations
February 16, 2018
Polymer Extrusion Manufacturer Creating 51 New Jobs Zeus Industrial Products (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, is expanding its existing operations in Aiken County. The company’s…
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Milliken & Company named one of the 2018 World’s Most Ethical Companies for 12th consecutive year
February 12, 2018
Milliken & Company, a global innovation company with textile, specialty chemical, and floor covering manufacturing expertise, has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing…
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PurePower Technologies® appoints Greg Butler as Executive Vice President, Operations
February 5, 2018
COLUMBIA, SC – PurePower Technologies®, a leader in engineering and remanufacturing of diesel fuel injectors and turbochargers for OEMs and the aftermarket, has appointed Greg Butler as Executive Vice President of Operations. In…
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Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. expanding its Calhoun County operations
February 4, 2018
Polymer Extrusion Manufacturer Creating More Than 350 New Jobs Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, is expanding its existing operations in Calhoun…
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Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. expanding its Calhoun County operations
February 4, 2018
Polymer Extrusion Manufacturer Creating More Than 350 New Jobs Zeus Industrial Products, Inc. (Zeus), a leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator, is expanding its existing operations in Calhoun…
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Techtronic Industries Power Equipment® introduces reduced CO Portable Generator
February 3, 2018
ANDERSON, SC – Techtronic Industries Power Equipment (TTI) is announcing that it is bringing to market an innovative Reduced CO Emissions Portable Generator powered by the US based–Kohler. The 7000…
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Techtronic Industries Power Equipment® introduces reduced CO Portable Generator
February 3, 2018
ANDERSON, SC – Techtronic Industries Power Equipment (TTI) is announcing that it is bringing to market an innovative Reduced CO Emissions Portable Generator powered by the US based–Kohler. The 7000…
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Town of Lexington announces economic development investment
January 29, 2018
The Town of Lexington announced the addition of two Multi-County Industrial Park located inside municipal limits, on Brickyard Road and Industrial Road, respectfully. The park will include Tidewater Boats and…
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Michelin North America obtains settlement in lawsuit against Tire Mart Inc.
January 24, 2018
Michelin North America, Inc., has reached a settlement with Tire Mart Inc., doing business as Braven Off-Road, regarding enforcement of design patents for the popular BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A® KM2 tires produced…
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Sonoco leads Fortune’s Most Admired Companies
January 24, 2018
Sonoco (NYSE: SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, has been selected for Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies in the packaging sector, and named first in its industry.…
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Innovative Vehicle Solutions expanding its operations in Charleston County
January 23, 2018
Custom commercial vehicle builder creating 108 new jobs . Innovative Vehicle Solutions (IVS), a builder of custom commercial vehicles located in Ladson, S.C., is expanding its existing Charleston County operations. The company’s $2.5 million investment is expected to create 108 new jobs. .…
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Grupo Antolin establishing three separate facilities in Spartanburg County
January 23, 2018
SPARTANBURG, SC – Grupo Antolin, a designer and manufacturer of components for the automotive industry, is launching new operations in Spartanburg County by establishing three separate facilities. The $50 million…
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Milliken & Company distinguishes Milliken Honors recipients
January 22, 2018
A textile and chemical manufacturer employing nearly 7,000 associates across the globe, Milliken & Company honored 55 associates on January 10 during the company’s newly revitalized recognition program. Associates from…
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PurePower Technologies names Noel Ranka chief sales and marketing officer
January 22, 2018
PurePower Technologies®, a leader in the engineering and manufacturing of new and remanufactured diesel fuel injectors and turbochargers for OEMs and the aftermarket, today announced Noel Ranka as its new…
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Home Fashions International expanding its Cherokee County operations
January 19, 2018Product Line Expansion Creating 60 new Jobs Home Fashions International is expanding its existing operations in Cherokee County. The $5.5 million investment is expected to create 60 new jobs. Since…
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Carolina’s Rigging & Crane and Charleston’s Rigging & Marine Hardware expanding presence in two S.C. Counties
January 12, 2018
Carolina’s Rigging & Crane and Charleston’s Rigging & Marine Hardware, manufacturers and suppliers of wire rope, rigging and safety solutions for a wide range of industries, are expanding operations in…
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Boeing proud of success in South Carolina
January 10, 2018The Boeing Company is proud to build the “airplane of the future” – its 787 Dreamliner – in South Carolina, and looks forward to continuing a rewarding partnership here for…
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Tree Brand Packaging, Inc. launching New Orangeburg County operations
January 10, 2018
Manufacturer Creating 28 New Jobs Tree Brand Packaging, Inc., a manufacturer of wood pallets, skids and specialty crating, is launching its new operations in Orangeburg County. With a capital investment…
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Boeing proud of success in South Carolina
January 10, 2018
The Boeing Company is proud to build the “airplane of the future” – its 787 Dreamliner – in South Carolina, and looks forward to continuing a rewarding partnership here for…
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Charleston based Quoizel selects Immedion as DRaaS provider
January 9, 2018
Immedion LLC, a premiere provider of Cloud, data center and managed IT services, provides their Recovery Cloud (DRaaS) solution to Quoizel. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Quoizel is one of…
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Tidewater Boats growing its Lexington County operations
January 3, 2018
LEXINGTON COUNTY, SC – Tidewater Boats, a designer and manufacturer of premier saltwater boats, is growing its Lexington County operations. To accommodate the production of larger models, the company is…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance names Sara Hazzard President and CEO
January 2, 2018
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Sara Hazzard has been named President and CEO of the organization effective January 1, 2018. “We are excited to welcome Sara Hazzard…
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Thermo King locating new operations in Berkeley County
December 21, 2017BERKELEY COUNTY, SC – Thermo King, a provider of transportation refrigeration solutions, is locating new manufacturing operations in Berkeley County. In order to serve the rapidly-growing automotive sector in South…
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Fab Fours Inc. growing operations in Lancaster County
December 15, 2017
Manufacturing Facility Expansion To Create 88 New Jobs Fab Fours Inc., one of the largest aftermarket bumper manufacturers in the world, is expanding its Lancaster County operations. The $5.7 million…
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Precision Jig & Fixture South growing its Spartanburg County operations
December 14, 2017
Manufacturing Expansion To Create 40 New Jobs Precision Jig & Fixture South, a full-service inspection tooling manufacturer, is expanding its existing Spartanburg County operations. The $6.5 million capital investment is…
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Continental establishes endowed chair for operations and supply chain at the University of South Carolina
December 11, 2017
Grant will support professor position in operations and supply chain at the Darla Moore School of Business University and industry partnership are key to future of South Carolina The University…
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Samsung announces new R&D partnership with Clemson, University of South Carolina
December 8, 2017
Five-year joint investment will advance high tech manufacturing research and product development, techniques that can be applied in Samsung home appliance facility in Newberry, SC Samsung Electronics America announced…
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Allied Air Enterprises investing in Orangeburg County facility
December 8, 2017
ORANGEBURG, COUNTY, SC – Allied Air Enterprises, a manufacturer of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions, has committed to investing approximately $10 million at its existing Orangeburg County manufacturing…
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation expanding Lexington County facility
December 6, 2017
Company adding 125 new employees by June 2018 Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation (Nephron), a manufacturer of sterile inhalation and 503B outsourcing medications, today announced a $12.5 million expansion to add 36,000…
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Milliken & Company joins Well Living Lab
November 28, 2017
For diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company, safety and health have always played a role in how the company conducts business. Solidifying this sentiment on a global scale, Milliken &…
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Sonoco President and CEO Jack Sanders to retire in April 2018
November 28, 2017
Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, announced President and Chief Executive Officer M. Jack Sanders will retire, effective April 2, 2018, following a 30-year career with the…
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Woodfield Systems USA opening operations in Richland County
November 20, 2017
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC – Woodfield Systems USA, Inc., a designer and manufacturer of bulk liquid and gas handling equipment, is locating a new manufacturing center in Richland County. With a…
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McCall Farms expanding Florence County operations
November 15, 2017
Company Investing $35 Million to Purchase Brands and Upgrade Effingham, S.C. Facility McCall Farms, the South Carolina-based manufacturers of Margaret Holmes, Glory Foods, Peanut Patch Boiled Peanuts and Bruce’s Yams, is investing $35 million to…
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Teknoware establishing new operations in Horry County
November 14, 2017
Interior lighting systems manufacturer creating 45 new jobs Teknoware, a Finland-based manufacturing firm, today announced plans to establish operations in Horry County. The company will hire approximately 45 employees and…
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Prysmian Group announces start of $54 M expansion in Claremont, N. C.
November 8, 2017
Prysmian Group, the world leader in the energy and telecom cable and systems industry, announced a planned expansion to the company’s facility in Claremont, N.C. The $54 million investment will…
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MAPAL, Inc. growing Greenville County operations
November 7, 2017
Manufacturing Expansion to Bring $4 Million Capital Investment MAPAL, Inc., a global leader and innovator in the tooling industry, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations. The $4 million capital…
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Coca-Cola Consolidated to construct new Jasper County distribution center
November 2, 2017
Coca-Cola Consolidated announced plans to construct a new $5 million sales and distribution center at the Cypress Ridge Industrial Park in Ridgeland, S.C. The company will be bringing 45 existing…
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Milliken Infrastructure honored by Cabling Installation & Maintenance 2017 Innovators Awards program
October 19, 2017Milliken Infrastructure Solutions, LLC, announced today that its Vis™ Divide segmented conduit was recognized by the judges of the annual Cabling Installation & Maintenance Innovators Awards program. The judging panel…
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Metromont Corporation expanding operations in Greenville County
October 18, 2017
Concrete manufacturing plant to create additional 100 jobs . Metromont Corporation, a manufacturer of precast concrete materials, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations. This latest $8.8 million investment is…
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Metromont Corporation expanding operations in Greenville County
October 18, 2017
Concrete manufacturing plant to create additional 100 jobs . Metromont Corporation, a manufacturer of precast concrete materials, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations. This latest $8.8 million investment is…
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SolAmerica Energy launching solar operation in Edgefield County
October 17, 2017
EDGEFIELD COUNTY, SC – SolAmerica Energy, a full-service provider of solar energy, is launching a new operation in Edgefield County. This new 10-megawatt (MW) project is expected to bring approximately…
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SolAmerica Energy launching solar operation in Edgefield County
October 17, 2017
EDGEFIELD COUNTY, SC – SolAmerica Energy, a full-service provider of solar energy, is launching a new operation in Edgefield County. This new 10-megawatt (MW) project is expected to bring approximately…
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Arthrex, Inc. creating more than 1,000 new jobs in Anderson County
October 16, 2017
Medical Device Manufacturer Launching New Operations In The Upstate Arthrex, Inc., a global orthopedic medical device company, headquartered in Naples, Fla., is launching new manufacturing operations in Anderson County. The…
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Arthrex, Inc. creating more than 1,000 new jobs in Anderson County
October 16, 2017
Medical Device Manufacturer Launching New Operations In The Upstate Arthrex, Inc., a global orthopedic medical device company, headquartered in Naples, Fla., is launching new manufacturing operations in Anderson County. The…
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Amy Tinsley named Executive Director of the South Carolina Automotive Council
October 11, 2017
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Amy Tinsley has assumed the role of Executive Director of the South Carolina Automotive Council (SCAC). Previous Executive Director, Catherine Hayes, resigned…
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Amy Tinsley named Executive Director of the South Carolina Automotive Council
October 11, 2017
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) announced that Amy Tinsley has assumed the role of Executive Director of the South Carolina Automotive Council (SCAC). Previous Executive Director, Catherine Hayes, resigned…
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Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc. expanding in Barnwell County
October 11, 2017
Fiberglass Product Manufacturer Creating 12 Jobs Augusta Fiberglass Coatings, Inc., a leading manufacturer of custom fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) equipment, will expand its existing operations in Blackville, S.C. To accommodate…
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