Force Protection Selects Manufacturing Base for Ocelot in Australia
October 20, 2010LADSON, SC – October 20, 2010 – Force Protection Australasia, a Force Protection, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPT) group company, today announced it had reached agreement with the South Australian Government to manufacture…
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KEMET Corporation Files Definitive Proxy Statement Related to Special Meeting of Stockholders
October 13, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – October 12, 2010 – KEMET Corporation (NYSE Amex: KEM) (the Company) announced today that it has filed a definitive proxy statement (the Definitive Proxy Statement) with the…
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Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade™ Funds Critical Equipment and Training for Community Firefighters
October 13, 2010Grants initiative surpasses $600,000 in support ATLANTA, SC – October 13, 2010 – Every day, millions of people count on volunteer and rural community fire units to protect them and…
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Silver Scott Announces Letter of Intent to Acquire Mexican Assets
October 5, 2010HILTON HEAD, SC – October 4, 2010 – Silver Scott Mines, Inc. (Pink Sheets: SILS) is pleased to announce the Company has signed a Letter of Intent to acquire all…
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Silver Crescent Manufacturers of the Year Announced
September 23, 2010CHARLESTON, SC – September 22, 2010 – The 2010 Silver CrescentManufacturers of the Year were announced at the Salute to Manufacturing,South Carolina’s premier manufacturing recognition event honoring thestate’s top small,…
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KEMET Addresses Critical Applications with Flexible Tin/Lead Termination System
September 15, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – September 14, 2010 – KEMET Corporation (NYSE Amex: KEM), a leading manufacturer of tantalum, ceramic, aluminum, film, paper and electrolytic capacitors, today announced the addition of tin/lead…
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KEMET Enhances High Voltage Product Portfolio with Flexible Termination System
September 14, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – September 13, 2010 – KEMET Corporation (NYSE Amex: KEM), a leading manufacturer of tantalum, ceramic, aluminum, film, paper and electrolytic capacitors, today announced the addition of high…
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Lava USA Inc. Announces New Operations in York County
September 8, 2010Investment expected to create 30 new jobs YORK COUNTY, SC – September 8, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and York County today announced that Lava USA Inc.,…
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Kronotex USA Announces Expansion in Barnwell County
September 1, 2010Investment expected to create 40 new jobs BARNWELL COUNTY, SC – September 1, 2010 – The South Carolina Departmentof Commerce, Barnwell County and SouthernCarolina Alliance todayannounced that Kronotex USA will…
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I.T.I. Hydraulik Announces New Facility in Williamsburg County
September 1, 2010Investment expected to create 30 new jobs WILLIAMSBURG & GEORGETOWN COUNTIES, SC – August 31, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce, Williamsburg County, Georgetown County and the North…
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BMW Manufacturing announces production of the New BMW X3
September 1, 2010Expects to continue success established by first-generation X3 SPARTANBURG, SC – September 1, 2010 – BMW Manufacturing announced todaythat production of the new BMW X3 Sports Activity Vehicle got underwayat…
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KapStone Paper and Packaging Corporation Gains Approval as Producer of Cellulosic Biofuel
August 29, 2010Registration Qualifies Company for 2009 Income Tax CreditNORTHBROOK, Ill – August 26, 2010 – KapStone Paper and Packaging Corporation (NYSE:KS) (KapStone) announced that the Company was notified that its registration…
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JPS Industries, Inc. Reports Improved Third Quarter Results
August 27, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – August 27, 2010 – JPS Industries, Inc. (Pink Sheets: JPST) today announced results for the third quarter and nine months ended July 31, 2010. For the third…
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Revstone Buys Kaiser Aluminum Forging Operations
August 25, 2010GREENWOOD, SC – August 24, 2010 – Revstone Industries, LLC announced Friday the acquisition of Kaiser Aluminum’s forged metals facility in Greenwood, SC. The facility will operate as part of…
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CAV International Wins $57MM Airfield Contract with US Navy in Rota, Spain
August 25, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – August 24, 2010 – CAV International Inc., a US Government outsourcing contractor with expertise in airfield services & logistics, announces that the United States Navy has awarded…
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Force Protection Receives $14.5 Million Award for Field Service Support
August 22, 2010Continued Sustainment in Afghanistan LADSON, SC – August 19, 2010 – Force Protection Industries, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Force Protection Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPT), a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of…
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Hubbell Lighting Launches Web Site with Brochure for Education Market
August 20, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – August 19, 2010 – Hubbell Lighting announces the new Education Solutions web site for engineers, lighting designers, facilities managers and education board members: www.hubbelllighting.com/markets/education From K-12 to…
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KEMET Receives the Digi-Key Exceptional Sales Performance Award for 2010
August 12, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – August 11, 2010 – KEMET Corporation (NYSE Amex: KEM), a leading manufacturer of tantalum, ceramic, aluminum, film, paper and electrolytic capacitors, today announced that it received the…
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Boeing to Manufacture Certain 787 Interior Parts in North Charleston, S.C.
July 18, 2010NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – July 15, 2010 – Boeing (NYSE: BA) today announced that it has chosen North Charleston, S.C., as the location for its new 787 Dreamliner interiors fabrication…
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Gov. Sanford, Sen. Graham, Chairman Leatherman and Sec. Taylor Praise Boeing’s Announcement to Locate its New Interiors Facility in N. Charleston
July 18, 2010New Interiors Fabrication Facility is Expected to Create 150 New Jobs NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – July 15, 2010 – Gov. Mark Sanford, U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, State Senator Hugh Leatherman…
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Behr Heat Transfer Systems Announces Expansion in Charleston County
July 18, 2010Behr Heat Transfer Systems Announces Expansion in Charleston County CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC – July 15, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce, Charleston County and the Charleston Regional Development…
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Lockheed Martin Delivers First Mid-Life Upgrade P-3 Orion
July 14, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – July 13, 2010 – The first Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) P-3 Orion with new Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU) enhancements was delivered to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials in…
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KapStone Charleston Upgrades Their Sustainability Leadership With SFI Fiber Sourcing: (SFI)® 2010-2014
July 13, 2010NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – July 12, 2010 – As part of their continuing commitment to balancing environmental responsibility and corporate growth, KapStone Charleston Kraft LLC, an unbleached Kraft paper and lumber producer,…
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Fava joins Boeing South Carolina team
July 8, 2010NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – July 9, 2010 – Boeing recently named Mark Fava Chief Counsel for its South Carolina site. In this role, Fava is part of the Boeing Commercial Airplanes…
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Salute to Manufacturing to Feature Prominent Author
July 6, 2010SOUTH CAROLINA – July 6, 2010 – The annual Salute toManufacturing, South Carolina’s premier manufacturing recognition eventhonoring the state’s top small, medium and large manufacturing companiesfor their manufacturing excellence, economic…
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Pulcra Chemicals LLC Announces New Headquarters and Expanded Operations in York County
July 6, 2010Investment expected to create 15 new jobs YORK COUNTY, SC – July 6, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and York County today announced that Pulcra Chemicals will…
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The Michelin® Primacy™ Mxm4® Luxury Touring Tire Now Available For Consumers Who ‘Want It All’
July 2, 2010Safety, All-Weather Handling, Great Ride Quality,Comfort, and a 55,000 Mile Warranty GREENVILLE, SC – July 1, 2010 – Today, luxury vehicle owners have a newtire choice with the MICHELIN Primacy™…
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Force Protection Receives $19.6 Million Award for Additional Field Service Support
June 28, 2010Installation of ISS Kits on Cougar Fleet Continues in Kuwait LADSON, SC – June 25, 2010 – Force Protection, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRPT), a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of survivability…
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GreenWood, Inc’s Rick Phillips Achieves NCCER Master Trainer Status
June 28, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – June 28, 2010 – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated operations, maintenance and construction solutions provider, announces that Rick Phillips, Director of Maintenance and Construction Operations, has successfully achieved…
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KEMET Announces Approval for Listing on the NYSE Amex
June 27, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – June 21, 2010 – KEMET Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: KEME) a leading manufacturer of tantalum, multilayer ceramic, solid aluminum, film, paper and aluminum electrolytic capacitors, announced today…
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OpTek Systems Inc. Announces Expansion in Greenville County
June 27, 2010Investment expected to create up to 20 new jobs GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – June 22, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and the Greenville Area Development Corporation today…
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Helping Moms Become Automotive Champions
June 27, 2010Uniroyal® Tire and Savings Expert Develop Automotive Guide for Moms GREENVILLE, SC – June 22, 2010 – For most moms, their automobile is an important part of their daily lives,…
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PPG Launches First Use of Next Generation Automotive Waterborne Paint Process in the U.S.
June 16, 2010TROY, MI and SPARTANBURG, SC – June 16, 2010 – PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) , the world’s leading manufacturer of transportation coatings, has launched the first use of its next generation B1:B2 waterborne…
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Michelin employee wellness program wins second straight national award
June 15, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – June 14, 2010 – The National Business Group on Health, a non-profit association of large employers, today honored Michelin North America with its highest award, the Platinum…
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RYOBI® ONE+(TM) Is Now Over 40
June 13, 2010Fully Compatible Line of Do-It-Yourselfer Tools That Share the Same Batteries and Chargers ANDERSON, SC – June 212, 2010 – RYOBI ONE+ 18V system is celebrating being over 40, over…
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Heavy-Duty EV Manufacturer Proterra Gets $20 Million in Funding from MK Energy and Infrastructure
June 12, 2010Market Leader in Zero Emission Transit Buses Will Use Funds to Create Jobs at New South Carolina Facility, Help Municipalities Reduce Fuel Costs and Dependence on Oil GOLDEN, CO &…
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Boeing Seeking Experienced Aircraft Assemblers for North Charleston Facility
June 9, 2010CHARLESTON, SC – June 8, 2010 – Boeing announced that the companyis looking to fill numerous positions at its manufacturing facility inNorth Charleston. Boeing is currently hiring Experienced Aircraft Assemblers…
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KEMET Announces DSCC-Approved Ceramic Surface Mount Capacitors in Small Case Sizes
June 3, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – June 2, 2010 – KEMET Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: KEME), a leading manufacturer of tantalum, multilayer ceramic, solid aluminum, film, paper and electrolytic capacitors, today announced the…
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Eberspaecher North America Announces New Facility in Greenville County
June 2, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – June 2, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and Greenville Area Development Corporation today announced that Eberspaecher North America will open its new automotive production…
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Customer Appreciation is Main Event at GreenWood Invitational
May 26, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – May 26, 2010 – GreenWood, Inc., an integrated operations, maintenance and construction solutions provider, recently held the “GreenWood Invitational” golf tournament at the Cliffs Keowee Springs course…
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Jobscope Holds Advisory Council with Focus on Customer Experience
May 25, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – May 25, 2010 – Jobscope, Inc., who delivers a comprehensive ERP solution for order-driven manufacturers, recently hosted the company’s annual Advisory Council with participants representing numerous client…
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What's Good For You Is Good For Your Tires
May 20, 2010Michelin Uses Sunflower Oil To Increase Performance in All-New Luxury Tire GREENVILLE, SC – May 20, 2010 – Have Michelin-rated chefs had an impact on tire design? It may be…
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KEMET Exceeds Previously Announced Fourth Quarter Forecast
May 20, 2010Net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2010 were $213.0 million compared to $199.9 million for the third quarter of fiscal year 2010 up by 6.5%. Gross margin…
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KEMET Corporation Announces Completion of Tender Offer for its 2.25% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2026
May 18, 2010GREENVILLE, SC – May 18, 2010 – KEMET Corporation (KEME.OB) today announced completion of KEMET’s tender offer for its 2.25% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 (CUSIP Nos. 488360 AA6 and…
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Gov. Sanford and Anderson County Welcome First Quality Tissue to South Carolina
May 14, 2010Company plans to invest $1 billion and create 1,000 newjobs in Anderson County ANDERSON COUNTY, SC – May 14, 2010 – Gov. Mark Sanford, the South CarolinaDepartment of Commerce and…
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Alexium Announces New Operations in Greenville County
May 12, 2010Company establishing a manufacturing and research facility; create 200 new jobs GREENVILLE COUNTY, SC – May 12, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce, the Greenville Area Development Corporation…
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Force Protection Receives $62.4 Million Award for 60 Buffalo Vehicles
May 5, 2010LADSON, SC – May 5, 2010 – Force Protection, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRPT), a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of survivability solutions and provider of total life cycle support for those…
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Zeus: Accelerated FEP Lay-flat Heat Shrink Capabilities
May 4, 2010Enhanced capabilities make Zeus FEP Lay-flat Heat Shrinkideal for next-generation developments as composite release aids, fuelcell, downhole petroleum insulations, and other applications thatrequire thin film-like properties in a heat shrink…
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Force Protection Receives $24 Million Award for 30 Cougar Vehicles
May 4, 2010LADSON, SC – May 4, 2010 – Force Protection, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRPT), a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of survivability solutions and provider of total life cycle support for those…
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Allegro Industries Announces New Facility in Pickens County
May 4, 2010Investment expected to bring 45 new jobs to the area COLUMBIA, SC – May 3, 2010 – The South Carolina Department of Commerce and Pickens County today announced that Allegro…
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