Just In Time (JIT) Manufacturing announces expansion of operations in Cherokee County
April 1, 2024
Existing employer investing $600,000 Just In Time Manufacturing (JIT), a leading provider of manufacturing solutions, is pleased to announce a significant expansion of its operations in Cherokee County, South Carolina.…
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AFL executive to lead Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation Board
March 28, 2024
AFL announced that Mary Ellen Grom, Executive Director of Customer Experience Solutions, has been appointed as the chair of the Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation (WiMEF) national Board of Directors. WiMEF…
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AFL announces a multi-million-dollar investment and expansion to its U.S. fiber optic cable manufacturing operations
March 28, 2024
AFL, an industry-leading manufacturer of fiber optic cables, connectivity and equipment, today announced an investment of over $50 million to expand its fiber optic cable manufacturing operations in South Carolina.…
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Sage Automotive Interiors announces leadership transition
March 26, 2024
Sage Automotive Interiors, a leader in the automotive interior materials industry, has announced the appointment of Dan Russian as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Russian succeeds Chris Heard,…
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GSSM honors SCbio at 30th Annual Townes Award celebration
March 21, 2024
SCbio, South Carolina’s only economic development organization exclusively focused on building, advancing and growing the life sciences industry, was awarded the prestigious Townes Award by the South Carolina Governor’s School…
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Top 4 products announced in Coolest Thing Made in SC competition
March 18, 2024
Four products have advanced in the 3rd Annual Manufacturing Madness contest presented by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina. The winner will earn the title of “Coolest Thing Made in SC.”…
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GreenWood, Inc. earns bronze medal sustainability rating through EcoVadis
March 7, 2024
GreenWood, Inc., an industrial maintenance, operations, and construction solutions provider, announces the receipt of the EcoVadis sustainability bronze medal and certificate. EcoVadis is the world’s largest provider of business sustainability…
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Matica Group establishing first North American manufacturing operations in Spartanburg County
March 7, 2024
Matica Group (Matica), a global identity and payment solutions provider, announced it is establishing its first North American manufacturing operation in Spartanburg County. The company’s $2 million investment will create…
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Dynamic Fluid Components expanding operations in Oconee County
March 5, 2024
$4.8 million investment will create 10 new jobs Dynamic Fluid Components, a wholesale distributor of fluid power products, today announced it is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The company’s…
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Milliken & Company names Bethany Smith Chief Human Resources Officer
February 26, 2024
Milliken & Company is pleased to announce Bethany Smith as its Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, overseeing all HR matters on behalf of the diversified global manufacturer.…
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E.A. Sween Company opens new production facility
February 21, 2024
Greenwood County’s industrial partner, E.A. Sween Company, officially opened their new production facility. The plant, located in the North Greenwood Industrial Park, will run two shifts per day, with plans…
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ACL Airshop appoints Bernhard Kindelbacher as Chief Executive Officer
February 21, 2024
GREENVILLE, SC – ACL Airshop, a global leader in air cargo Unit Load Device (ULD) logistics solutions to over 200 airlines, air cargo carriers, and other transportation clients, announced the…
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EnerSys intends to grow South Carolina footprint by establishing new operations in Greenville County
February 15, 2024
$500 million investment has the potential to create 500 new jobs EnerSys (NYSE:ENS), a global leader in energy storage systems and solutions, announced it plans to grow the company’s South…
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Carolina Handling’s Justin Benson to speak at MODEX
February 12, 2024
Carolina Handling Vice President of Intralogistics Solutions Justin Benson has been tapped to deliver a presentation entitled, “Elevating Operations with Total Intralogistics Solutions: An Ecosystem of Efficiencies,” during MODEX, one…
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Manufacturing Madness Is Back!
February 12, 2024
3rd Annual Contest to Pick the Next Coolest Thing Made in SC The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has launched the 3rd annual Manufacturing Madness contest. Presented by BlueCross BlueShield…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance outlines 2024 legislative priorities
January 31, 2024
As part of SC Manufacturing Day at the Statehouse, the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) outlined its legislative agenda and priorities for 2024. SC Manufacturing Day at the Statehouse was…
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Carolina Handling receives industry MVP Award
January 25, 2024
Carolina Handling, a recognized leader in the material handling industry, has received the 2024 Most Valuable Partner (MVP) Award from the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA) for outstanding achievements…
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Carolina Handling helps fight childhood cancer with NEGU donation
January 22, 2024
Carolina Handling is helping fight childhood cancer with a $5,000 donation to NEGU: Never Ever Give Up, a program of the Jessie Rees Foundation. Carolina Handling associates took the Greenville…
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SCMA announces the inaugural class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program
January 18, 2024
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has announced its inaugural class of the SC Manufacturing Leadership Program. The class is comprised of nineteen professionals representing a variety of manufacturing industry…
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$9.22 billion announced capital investment on the heels of a record-setting 2022
January 11, 2024
The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) released its 2023 industry recruitment results which reflect sustained economic activity. From January to December 2023, the state announced total capital investment…
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Milliken & Company announces Milliken Honors recipients
January 10, 2024
Diversified global manufacturer Milliken & Company recognized 156 associates during the seventh annual Milliken Honors awards on January 9. Celebrating exceptional associates and teams who rose to the challenge and…
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Carolina Handling approved as DOD SkillBridge partner
January 9, 2024
Carolina Handling has been approved by the U.S. Department of Defense as a DOD SkillBridge Authorized Organization to provide job training opportunities for military service members transitioning to the civilian…
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AFL acquires Forza Telecom, enhancing its position in wireless markets for major sports venues
January 3, 2024
SPARTANBURG, SC – AFL, an international manufacturer of fiber optic cable and accessories and provider of engineering and installation services, announces it has acquired Forza Telecom, operating as DGP (DAS…
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Alupress, LLC expanding operations in Laurens County
December 15, 2023
Nearly $26 Million Investment Will Create 64 New Jobs Alupress, LLC (Alupress), a manufacturer of automotive die casting components, today announced plans to expand operations in Laurens County. The company’s $25.98…
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AESC expanding Florence County electric vehicle gigafactory
December 14, 2023
AESC, a world-leading electric vehicle battery technology company, announced the expansion of its battery cell facility in Florence County. The $810 million investment will create 450 new jobs. Expected to…
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Additive Plastics Group expands manufacturing operations in Anderson County
December 7, 2023
$6.2 million investment will create 24 new jobs Additive Plastics Group, LLC (APG), a premier manufacturer of color and additive concentrates, specialty compounds and custom engineered products, today announced it is…
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JTEKT North America expands manufacturing operation in Greenville
December 7, 2023
Global company to invest $48.4 million, add 87 jobs at Greenville, SC facility JTEKT North America, a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions and high-performance machine tools,…
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Carolina Handling named a South Carolina veteran friendly employer
December 5, 2023
Carolina Handling was named a veteran-friendly employer by the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs (SCDVA) during a presentation held on December 5, 2023, at the company’s Hilton Learning Center…
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Offline Slitter Specialist
November 21, 2023
POSITION: Offline Slitter Specialist – Normal schedule (Monday-Friday- 8 hour schedule) This position is responsible for operating the Offline Slitter at SL1 which is used as a tool to re-inspect,…
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Sage Automotive Interiors announces major expansion of Abbeville (SC) Plant, creating more jobs by 2028
November 21, 2023
Sage Automotive Interiors, one of the world’s leading providers of automotive interior materials, announced plans to renovate and expand the Sharon Plant in Abbeville, SC, resulting in the creation of…
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Carolina Handling releases “Santa’s Legendary Solutions,” third in a series of children’s holiday books
November 14, 2023
What would happen if the Easter Bunny, Cupid, Jack Frost and other members of the Council of Legendary Figures suddenly began losing their powers? Find the answer in “Santa’s Legendary…
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ZF Group Expands Manufacturing Facility in Laurens County with $500 Million Investment
November 14, 2023
$500 million investment will create 400 new jobs ZF Group, an original equipment supplier for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, today announced it is expanding ZF Transmissions Gray…
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SC Manufacturers Alliance urges Supreme Court to take up labor case, warns of nationwide impacts to manufacturers
November 8, 2023
The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) has filed an amicus brief with the United States Supreme Court in support of the SC State Ports Authority’s (SCSPA) petition for a hearing…
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Sage Automotive Interiors Partners with US startup NFW
October 24, 2023
Strategic cooperation to deliver scale in the field of plastic-free, plant-based, fully circular leather alternatives for automotive interiors. Sage Automotive Interiors has partnered with US-based startup, NFW, a producer of a plastic-free,…
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Carolina Handling named a RepVue Top Sales Organization for second half of 2023
October 17, 2023
Carolina Handling has been named a Top Overall Sales Organization by RepVue, receiving seven total Reppy Awards for the second half of 2023. An online platform for B2B sales professionals,…
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Air Compressor Services repeats “Fastest Growing Companies” honors
October 12, 2023
Air Compressor Services (ACS) was named #18 on Integrated Media Publishing’s “Fastest Growing Companies in South Carolina” list. This was a leap from #38 on the 2022 list. To earn…
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Tindall Corporation recognizes 60th anniversary with company-wide celebration
October 10, 2023
Tindall Corporation, a leading provider of precast, prestressed concrete solutions, recently celebrated its 60 years in business by hosting events at each of its locations. The company’s workforce of more…
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GreenWood, Inc. names Shane Westfall as Site Supervisor
September 26, 2023
GreenWood, Inc., an industrial plant maintenance, operations, and construction support solutions provider, announces that Shane Westfall has been named Site Supervisor for their project location in Buffalo, West Virginia. In…
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Biotech company MycoWorks begins production at the world’s first commercial-scale Fine mycelium™ plant in Union, SC
September 21, 2023
UNION, SC – Biotechnology company MycoWorks begins production at its manufacturing facility in Union, S.C. The company is set to grow millions of square feet of its leather-alternative material produced with…
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Carolina Handling donates proceeds from patriotic forklift auction to Upstate Warrior Solution, Folds of Honor
September 21, 2023Carolina Handling donated proceeds from its recent patriotic forklift auction to Folds of Honor Palmetto State Chapter and Upstate Warrior Solution, with each organization receiving $5,000 during a check presentation…
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Milliken included on America’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces
September 20, 2023
Milliken & Company, a diversified manufacturer with materials science expertise across textile, specialty chemical, floor covering and healthcare applications, made America’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces for the second year…
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Upcountry History Museum presents stories stitched in the seams
August 23, 2023
There’s an art to storytelling and in “We Didn’t Wait for Freedom – The Civil War Narrative Quilts of Vera P. Hall,” the stories are literally stitched in the seams…
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SOUTHTEC 2023 Exhibitor Preview: Innovative global suppliers, distributors and equipment builders to demonstrate latest technologies and solutions for southeast manufacturers
August 21, 2023
SOUTHTEC 2023, an SME event for small- to medium-size manufacturers (SMMs) and large original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), supports the thriving southeast manufacturing industry by providing attendees with the ideal forum…
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Air Compressor Services breaks into top 5 of “Best Places to Work”
August 16, 2023
Best Companies Group, in collaboration with SC Biz News, has announced that Air Compressor Services (ACS) ranked No. 4 on the 2023 South Carolina Best Places to Work list. The…
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Air Compressor Services ranks 3077 on the 2023 Inc. 5000
August 16, 2023
For the 2nd Consecutive Year, Air Compressor Services Makes the Inc. 5000, at No. 3077, with Three-Year Revenue Growth of 168 Percent Inc. revealed that Air Compressor Services ranks No.…
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Carolina Crescent Consortium applies to Economic Development Administration for federal designation
August 14, 2023The application responds to Greenville-Anderson being identified as #1 in the US in strong economic capabilities with significant unrealized potential by building on our strengths to become a global leader…
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Nephron works to resolve nationwide drug shortage by producing vital medications
August 8, 2023
Nephron 503B Outsourcing Facility, a division of Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, is focused on resolving drug shortage concerns with the production of 0.5% Albuterol 5 mL, del Nido Cardioplegia, Lidocaine 1%…
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Setterstix
July 24, 2023
We manufacture the paper stick for medical swabs, candy, and all kinds of other applications and uses for the global market.
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Carolina Handling hosting patriotic forklift auction for charity
July 20, 2023
On National Hire a Veteran Day on July 25, Carolina Handling will launch an online auction to raise funds for two veteran organizations, Folds of Honor and Upstate Warrior Solution,…
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CONNEX South Carolina now available for SC manufacturers
July 19, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster, alongside leadership from South Carolina’s business community, announced the launch of CONNEX South Carolina, a free online platform that provides one-stop access to manufacturers in the state…
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