Atlas Copco constructing new facility in Rock Hill
March 9, 2016
Construction Will Result In $20 Million New Investment Atlas Copco, an industrial group which develops and manufactures industrial tools and construction equipment, is moving its Medical Gas Solutions Division, along…
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Atlas Copco constructing new facility in Rock Hill
March 9, 2016
Construction Will Result In $20 Million New Investment Atlas Copco, an industrial group which develops and manufactures industrial tools and construction equipment, is moving its Medical Gas Solutions Division, along…
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South Carolina’s booming automotive cluster provides prime opportunity for communities to attract suppliers and new jobs
March 4, 2016
By Mark Williams, President, Strategic Development Group South Carolina stands out like no other state as the preferred location for automotive manufacturing investments. In 2015 alone, multiple key automotive…
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South Carolina’s booming automotive cluster provides prime opportunity for communities to attract suppliers and new jobs
March 4, 2016
By Mark Williams, President, Strategic Development Group South Carolina stands out like no other state as the preferred location for automotive manufacturing investments. In 2015 alone, multiple key automotive…
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NEXT announces launch of NEXT Manufacturing
March 3, 2016NEXT Upstate, LLC announces the launch of NEXT Manufacturing – a joint venture with Braasch Building Group, aimed at providing operating space to young start-up companies looking to produce tangible…
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Proper Polymers establishing operations in Greenville County
March 2, 2016
Company Investing $15.4 Million In New Facility Proper Polymers plans to build a new facility in Greenville County to manufacture injection molded components for the automotive industries. The development will…
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MICHELIN Auto Inflate answers complex problem of maintaining optimal tire inflation pressure on commercial trucks
March 2, 2016
Simple device to deliver savings and reduction in downtime events Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America, Inc., has introduced MICHELIN Auto Inflate, powered by Halo.…
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#1 Jogging stroller brand unveils 2016 line of strollers and matching infant car seats
March 1, 2016
The 2016 BOB® travel systems offer all-terrain durability and top-rated protection when paired up with the new BOB B-Safe 35 Infant Car Seat by Britax® BOB, the #1 jogging…
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Boeing South Carolina leader thanks South Carolina for partnership
February 24, 2016
Boeing South Carolina Vice President and General Manager Beverly Wyse outlined the opportunities and challenges of operating in a global market during her keynote address yesterday at the 127th Greenville Chamber…
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GreenWood, Inc. and BridgeValley launch craft training program
February 19, 2016
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces a partnership with BridgeValley Community and Technical College that offers a National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)…
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GreenWood, Inc. and BridgeValley launch craft training program
February 19, 2016
GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces a partnership with BridgeValley Community and Technical College that offers a National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)…
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Jindal Films America selects O’Neal for Georgia film plant
February 10, 2016O’Neal, Inc., an integrated design and construction firm, has been selected to provide Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) services for Jindal Films America (JFA) LLC for their biaxially oriented polypropylene film (BOPP) line…
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Jindal Films America selects O’Neal for Georgia film plant
February 10, 2016O’Neal, Inc., an integrated design and construction firm, has been selected to provide Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) services for Jindal Films America (JFA) LLC for their biaxially oriented polypropylene film (BOPP) line…
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Greenville-based company enters China’s booming baby business
February 4, 2016
Vivian Wong’s BabyBlossom to offer safe, high-quality American products to Chinese families Greenville-based entrepreneur Vivian Wong announces the creation of a new lifestyle brand to deliver safe, high-quality products…
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Eastern Tennessee Tire dealer joins MICHELIN Commercial Service Network
February 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America, Inc., announced that Fleet Tire will join the MICHELIN® Commercial Service Network™ (MCSN). Fleet Tire operates its commercial/retail locations…
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Greenco Beverage Company expanding operations
February 1, 2016
Establishing State-of-the-Art Distribution Center in Greenville’s Poinsett Corridor Greenco Beverage Company announced its expansion along the Poinsett Corridor in Greenville, South Carolina. Planned is a 130,000 square foot, state-of-the-art distribution…
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Lockhart Power names Andrena Powell-Baker Senior Manager of Community Relations and Development
January 18, 2016
Lockhart Power Company is pleased to welcome Andrena Powell-Baker as senior manager of community relations and development. Her responsibilities will include fostering community relations and actively participating in development opportunities…
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Monti Inc. expanding operations in Greenwood County
December 8, 2015
GREENWOOD COUNTY, SC – Monti Inc. (Monti), an industrial manufacturer, today announced plans to expand its Greenwood County manufacturing operations. The company is investing more than $500,000 in the project.…
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Milliken wins 2015 Future Materials Award for Most Innovative Large Size Company
December 8, 2015
Award recognizes Milliken’s success in the technical textile industry Milliken is proud to announce its recognition by Future Materials as the “Most Innovative Large Size Company.” Given by Future…
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Manufacturers applaud passage of Ex-Im reauthorization
December 4, 2015
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) applauded the passage of legislation that included a multiyear reauthorization of the U.S. Export-Import (Ex-Im) Bank. The reauthorization, which was included in a long-term…
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USA eShop continues to grow European sales for US manufacturers
December 3, 2015
USA eShop LLC, an ecommerce business that exclusively sells ‘Made in USA’ products in Europe, has shown an average 25% increase in sales per month since August of this year.…
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Milliken innovations win R&D 100 Awards for fourth consecutive year
November 30, 2015
Hyperform® HPN 210 M and Milliguard® AOX-1 named two of the most technologically significant products of 2015 Milliken & Company was honored with two R&D 100 Awards for 2015, given…
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Michelin wins unanimous defense verdict in $20 Million lawsuit
November 24, 2015
Ruling points to puncture, improper repair and chronic under inflation on Uniroyal tire from 2011 accident In a unanimous verdict handed down on Nov. 19, a jury inLake Havasu…
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SCMEP announces appointment of new president
November 24, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – SCMEP, a non-profit resource for South Carolina manufacturing companies, announced that the Board of Directors has unanimously elected Chuck Spangler as President. “After a thorough and deliberate…
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JTEKT North America expanding Upstate operations
November 9, 2015
Company Investing $1.75 Million To Establish North American Headquarters In Greenville County GREENVILLE, SC – JTEKT North America, a leader in automotive and industrial product solutions, is expanding its operations…
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Lakeside Steel and Machine expanding Upstate operations
November 3, 2015Company Investing $2.5 Million To Expand Anderson County Operations ANDERSON, SC – Lakeside Steel and Machine, Inc., a firm that specializes in heavy steel and metal fabrication, is expanding its…
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Greenville-based marketing agency selected by top grill manufacturer
October 14, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Kamado Joe has named Ferebee Lane + Co. agency of record for strategic development and marketing of its line of Kamado-style ceramic grills and outdoor cooking accessories. Ferebee…
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Automotive supplier expanding S.C. manufacturing operations in the Upstate
October 14, 2015
Company Investing $50.8 Million In Greenville County Facility GREENVILLE, SC — Governor Nikki Haley and the South Carolina Department of Commerce announced today that Magna International, a leading global automotive…
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Michelin’s annual charity golf tournament raises record $682,000 for eight local charities
October 12, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin North America today announced that it raised a record $682,000 from its annual charity golf tournament. The event, which is held every October at golf courses in…
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Manufacturing Quick Jobs Open House Can Open Doors to New Career
October 8, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Technical College’s Corporate & Career Development Division will host a Quick Jobs Manufacturing Open House on Thursday, October 22 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the…
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Manufacturing Quick Jobs Open House Can Open Doors to New Career
October 8, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Technical College’s Corporate & Career Development Division will host a Quick Jobs Manufacturing Open House on Thursday, October 22 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the…
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New report identifies personal experience as top influencer of youth career decisions
October 4, 2015
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, The Manufacturing Institute, in partnership with SkillsUSA and the Educational Research Center of America, released a new report identifying the characteristics of experiences that impact student…
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$5.81 million in automotive research to be led by Clemson University
October 1, 2015
CLEMSON, SC – A team led by Clemson University will soon begin a $5.81 million research project aimed at developing an ultra-lightweight door expected to help automakers in their race…
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Mitsubishi Polyester Film expanding Upstate Operations
September 28, 2015
Company Investing $100 Million To Expand Production Capacity At Greer, S.C. Facility . GREER, SC – Mitsubishi Polyester Film, Inc. one of the world’s largest suppliers of polyester film, is…
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Topping out celebration held at the Greenville Technical College Center for Manufacturing Innovation
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – A topping out celebration was held today at the Greenville Technical College (GTC) Center for Manufacturing Innovation (CMI). The ritual of topping out to celebrate the safe…
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Suzhou Glacier Import & Export Co., Ltd. Establishing Upstate Operations
September 23, 2015Automotive Industry Supplier Investing $24 Million In New Plant, Creating An Expected 109 New Jobs GREENVILLE, SC – Suzhou Glacier Import & Export Co., Ltd., a global textiles manufacturer, is establishing…
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Suzhou Glacier Import & Export Co., Ltd. Establishing Upstate Operations
September 23, 2015Automotive Industry Supplier Investing $24 Million In New Plant, Creating An Expected 109 New Jobs GREENVILLE, SC – Suzhou Glacier Import & Export Co., Ltd., a global textiles manufacturer, is establishing…
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GreenWood, Inc. adds Greg Crooke as Project Site Leader
September 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the addition of Greg Crooke as Project Site Leader at the Honeywell Aerospace facility in Greer,…
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GreenWood, Inc. adds Greg Crooke as Project Site Leader
September 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces the addition of Greg Crooke as Project Site Leader at the Honeywell Aerospace facility in Greer,…
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KEMET awarded 2015 Excellence in Sustainability Award by Cisco
September 16, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – KEMET Corporation (NYSE: KEM), a leading global supplier of electronic components, announced that it has received the 2015 Excellence in Sustainability Award from Cisco®. This prestigious award…
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DRÄXLMAIER expanding Upstate operations
September 16, 2015
Company Investing $35 Million To Expand Its Existing Spartanburg County Manufacturing Facility . SPARTANBURG, SC – The DRÄXLMAIER Group, one of the world’s top automotive suppliers, is expanding its existing manufacturing…
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Pro Towels Expanding Abbeville County Operations
September 15, 2015
Company Investing $1.7 Million To Expand Its Existing Abbeville County Manufacturing Facility . ABBEVILLE, SC – Pro Towels, the largest towel supplier to the promotional product industry, is expanding its existing…
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BFGoodrich commercial truck tires introduce new extended warranty
August 26, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – BFGoodrich® Commercial Truck Tires is introducing an extended warranty for its commercial truck tires and casings, effective on claims filed on or after Sept. 1, 2015. Reflecting the brand’s…
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Quality Tire joins MICHELIN Commercial Service Network
August 24, 2015
Michelin dealer to offer services, including ONCall ERS and Tire Care preventative tire monitoring GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America, Inc., announced that Quality…
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Five South Carolina Businesses To Grow With Support From Michelin Development
August 20, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Five upstate businesses will be growing and creating new jobs with financial help from Michelin Development, a subsidiary of Michelin North America. Michelin Development provides low interest loans and…
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Lankford joins GreenWood, Inc. as Senior Maintenance and Reliability Manager
August 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces that Jim Lankford has been named Senior Maintenance and Reliability Manager for the company’s West Virginia…
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Lankford joins GreenWood, Inc. as Senior Maintenance and Reliability Manager
August 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated maintenance, construction and workforce solutions provider, announces that Jim Lankford has been named Senior Maintenance and Reliability Manager for the company’s West Virginia…
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Honda of South Carolina expanding Florence County operations
August 13, 2015
Company Investing $42 Million To Launch Two New Product Lines FLORENCE, SC – Honda of South Carolina Manufacturing, Inc., a company that specializes in the manufacturing of world-class all-terrain vehicles…
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Honda of South Carolina expanding Florence County operations
August 13, 2015
Company Investing $42 Million To Launch Two New Product Lines FLORENCE, SC – Honda of South Carolina Manufacturing, Inc., a company that specializes in the manufacturing of world-class all-terrain vehicles…
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ZF Transmissions Gray Court Expanding Laurens County Operations
August 12, 2015
Company Investing $22.5 Million To Expand Manufacturing Capacity, Creating 545 New Jobs LAURENS COUNTY, SC – ZF, a global supplier of driveline and chassis technology, as well as active and…
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