Alorica expanding operations in Charleston County
December 20, 2019
$1.2 million Investment Will Create More Than 300 New Jobs Alorica announced plans to expand its current operations in Charleston County. The $1.2 million investment will create more than 300…
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Custom Profile establishing operations in Kershaw County
December 18, 2019
$1.7 Million Investment to Create 70 New Jobs Custom Profile, a manufacturer and supplier of plastic profile extrusions, announced plans to establish operations in Kershaw County. The company’s $1.7 million…
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Global Lending Services LLC expanding operations in Greenville County
December 18, 2019
Global Lending Services LLC (GLS), an automotive lending company, today announced plans to expand its current operations in Greenville County. The more than $4.2 million investment is expected to create 669…
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Hubbell Power Systems acquires Cantega Technologies
December 18, 2019
COLUMBIA, SC – On Monday, December 9, Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. (HPS) acquired Cantega Technologies and its associated brands, GreenJacket, Reliaguard and Cantega RTS. Cantega joins the Hubbell Power…
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Alcami Corporation expanding operations in Charleston County
December 17, 2019
$17 Million Investment to Create 30 New Jobs Alcami Corporation, a leading provider of fully-integrated custom end-to-end solutions for the pharmaceutical and biologics industries, today announced plans to expand the…
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Nucor announces increase in cash dividend
December 13, 2019
The board of directors of Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) increased the regular quarterly cash dividend on Nucor’s common stock to $0.4025 per share. This cash dividend is payable on February 11, 2020 to stockholders…
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Domtar Corporation and Classroom Central announce “Powerful Pages by Domtar” literacy partnership
December 13, 2019
This partnership will focus on making a year-round effort to increase local literacy rates by providing the tools needed in the classroom and at home. FORT MILL, SC – Domtar…
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Kemira expanding operations in Richland County
December 13, 2019
Company Investing $20 Million into Project Kemira, a global chemicals company, announced plans to expand operations in Richland County, investing $20 million into the project. Founded in 1920 and headquartered…
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Nucor acquires TrueCore insulated panels
December 11, 2019
Nucor Corporation announced that it is acquiring TrueCore, LLC (TrueCore), an insulated metal panel manufacturing company with a facility in Laurens, South Carolina. TrueCore produces insulated metal panels serving the…
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New-Indy Containerboard establishing operations in York County
December 11, 2019
Company Investing $240 Million into the New Operations New-Indy Containerboard, a manufacturer and supplier of recycled containerboard for the corrugated box industry, today announced plans to establish operations in York…
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Patterson Fan is celebrating 30 years of air movement innovation and growth
December 10, 2019
Patterson Fan, The Authority in Air Movement Solutions, is celebrating its 30th anniversary of manufacturing excellence in Blythewood, South Carolina. In 1989, Patterson Fan Company (PFC) started as a side-line…
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Pharmacy-Lite Packaging establishing operations in Fairfield County
December 9, 2019
Investment Creating 33 New Jobs Pharmacy-Lite Packaging, a division of Pacific Management Holdings, LLC, announced plans to establish operations in Fairfield County. The company’s $2.9 million investment is expected to…
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MSI Mold Builders expanding operations in South Carolina
December 3, 2019
MSI Mold Builders, a plastic injection mold manufacturing company, today announced plans to expand the company’s current operations in Greenville County. The more than $2.5 million investment is expected to…
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AIRSYS Cooling Technologies Inc. establishing operations in Spartanburg County
December 3, 2019
More than $5 million investment to create 116 new jobs AIRSYS Cooling Technologies Inc., a global information, communication and technology (ICT) cooling solution provider, announced plans to establish operations in…
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Carver Maritime expanding Charleston County operations
November 20, 2019
More Than $14 Million Investment will Create 22 New Jobs Carver Maritime, LLC, an industrial port known for its shipping and warehousing storage operations, announced plans to expand its existing…
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The South Carolina Lean Alliance rebrands as OpExChange
November 12, 2019
The South Carolina Lean Alliance has rebranded as OpExChange. Why the name change? Because the scope of topics has increased to include more than lean manufacturing. OpExChange will now also…
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Pegasus Home Fashions establishing operations in Bamberg County
November 12, 2019
Pegasus Home Fashions, a manufacturer and provider of bedding and home products, today announced plans to establish operations in Bamberg County. The $1.1 million investment is projected to create 113…
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Samsung hosts 3rd annual Veterans Day Luncheon
November 11, 2019
Samsung honors veterans and military families in partnership with American Legion Posts 24 and 219 On Saturday, Samsung Electronics Home Appliance America (SEHA) hosted the 3rd Annual Veterans Day Luncheon at…
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REI Automation, Inc. becomes part of HAHN Group
November 7, 2019
HAHN Group has acquired REI Automation, Inc., which will continue to operate under existing management. The HAHN Group is a leading provider for factory automation and robotic solutions. The acquisition…
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DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Inc. establishing operations in York County
November 5, 2019
$18.5 Million Investment Will Create More Than 100 New Jobs DIRTT Environmental Solutions, Inc., an interior construction company that uses technology for client-driven design and manufacturing, announced plans to establish…
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PROOF Alcohol Ice Cream honored with SC Branded 2019 Product Innovation Award
October 21, 2019
Just as the company’s Apple Pie Moonshine hits retail stores across the Carolinas, PROOF Alcohol Ice Cream is recognized as the 2019 Winner of the Product Innovation category of the…
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McCall Farms expanding Florence County operations
October 17, 2019
$50 million Investment will Create 140 New Jobs McCall Farms, the South Carolina-based manufacturers of Margaret Holmes, Glory Foods, Peanut Patch Boiled Peanuts, Bruce’s Yams, Allens, Allens Popeye, Veg-All and…
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Advanced Technology company expands operations in Richland County
October 16, 2019
REI Automation, a Columbia-based company that designs and builds robotics, assembly lines and special-purpose machines for the automotive, medical, nuclear, electronics and consumer goods markets, is expanding its operations in…
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Matthew Winokur joins Novolex as Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs
October 15, 2019
Matthew Winokur has been named Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Novolex, a new position at the company. As Senior Vice President, Winokur will help bring a unified approach…
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Spartan Motors, Inc. launching operations in Charleston County
October 15, 2019
Investment Creating More Than 300 New Jobs Spartan Motors, Inc., a leader in fleet, work truck and specialty service vehicle manufacturing, is establishing operations in Charleston County. The $1.15 million investment…
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Manufacturing Institute, NAM and Samsung seek creators at MFG Day event in South Carolina
October 6, 2019
MFG Day Kicks Off a Month-Long Celebration of Manufacturing—Connecting with the Future Workforce to Fill Manufacturing Skills Gap National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons traveled to Newberry,…
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MM Technics expanding operations in Newberry County
October 3, 2019
$6 Million Investment Creating 35 New Jobs MM Technics, an American subsidiary of automotive supplier Muhr Metalltechnik, is expanding its Newberry County operations. The $6 million investment is creating 35…
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Governor, industry leaders, educators & students celebrate manufacturing in SC
October 2, 2019Gov. McMaster issues proclamation recognizing S.C. Manufacturing Week and National Manufacturing Day In recognition of the importance of manufacturing to South Carolina’s economy, Governor Henry McMaster issued a proclamation declaring…
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Polydeck Screen Corporation expanding operations in Spartanburg County
September 17, 2019
More Than $8.7 Million Investment Creating 45 New Jobs Polydeck Screen Corporation, a leading provider of polyurethane and rubber screen media and specialty screening solutions, is expanding its operations in…
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ZVerse and Shapeways announce integration partnership to deliver expert 3D Design solutions at scale
September 16, 2019ZVerse, Inc, developer of the only CAD as a Service (CADaaS) platform for digital manufacturing, announces its partnership with Shapeways, the world’s largest 3D printing service, to provide CADaaS to…
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Colonial Precast Concrete of Carolina, LLC establishing Colleton County operations
September 16, 2019
More than $2.5 Million Investment Creating Approximately 55 Jobs Colonial Precast Concrete of Carolina, LLC, a leading manufacturer of prestressed and precast concrete products, today announced plans to establish manufacturing…
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GE Appliances expanding Kershaw County operations with new Manufacturing Center of Excellence
September 16, 2019
Company Investing $60 Million into Facility GE Appliances (GEA), a Haier company, announced the creation of a new Manufacturing Center of Excellence for production of water heaters at its Kershaw…
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DPX Technologies
September 13, 2019DPX Technologies was founded in 2007 and specializes in sample preparation methods for a diverse client base including clinical and forensic laboratories, food safety, drug discovery and pharmaceutical research. DPX…
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REI Automation makes Inc. magazine’s list of fastest-growing companies in U.S.
September 1, 2019
REI Automation, a Columbia-based company that specializes in designing and building custom industrial equipment, just made Inc. magazine’s prestigious “Inc. 5000” list of fastest-growing privately held companies in the country.…
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Trane unveils expanded Columbia facility, delivering environmental, workforce and community benefits
August 28, 2019
Company celebrates investments in its newly-expanded facility with ribbon cutting event, and makes donations to advance technical education for local students Trane®, a leading global provider of indoor comfort solutions…
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CRP Industries Inc. establishing operations in Horry County
August 21, 2019
CRP Industries Inc. announced plans to establish operations in Horry County. The $2.5 million investment will create approximately 115 jobs over the next five years. CRP Industries is a leading…
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Nephron partners with Clemson to meet hospitals’ growing pharmaceutical demands
August 12, 2019Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation is partnering with Clemson University to create a robotic solution for syringe-filling automation to enhance sterile manufacturing in the pharmaceutical production process and keep up with growing…
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Rhythmlink ranks 21st for Best Places to Work SC
August 7, 2019
For the eighth consecutive year Rhythmlink has been awarded a spot on the “Best Places to Work in South Carolina” list in the Small/Medium Employer category. This year Rhythmlink placed…
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Nephron named to list of fastest-growing companies in South Carolina
July 24, 2019
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation has been named one of the 40 fastest-growing companies in South Carolina for 2019 by S.C. Biz News. Twenty large companies and 20 small companies have been named to…
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Smithey Ironware expanding Charleston County operations
July 24, 2019
Smithey Ironware Company, a designer and manufacturer of premium cast iron and carbon steel cookware, is expanding its operations in Charleston County. The more than $2 million investment is expected…
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Accurate Brazing Expanding Operations in South Carolina
July 17, 2019
Accurate Brazing, a full-service vacuum brazing and heat treating company and subsidiary of Aalberts N.V., today announced plans to expand its Greenville County operations. The $13 million expansion is expected…
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Stoll Industries expanding Abbeville County operations
July 9, 2019
Stoll Industries announced plans to expand its operations in Abbeville County. The $1.1 million investment is creating 30 jobs over the next five years. Stoll is a producer of high-quality,…
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Lou Kennedy named Health Care Entrepreneur of the Year
July 8, 2019
Ernst & Young (EY) honored Nephron Pharmaceuticals President and CEO Lou Kennedy as Health Care Entrepreneur of the Year for the Southeast at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta. Kennedy, who…
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Alo establishing operations in Greenville County
July 8, 2019
Alo announced plans to establish operations in Greenville County. The $6 million investment is expected to create 44 new jobs over the next five years. Alo one of the world’s…
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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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Novolex expands sustainability and public affairs team
June 10, 2019HARTSVILLE, S.C. – As Novolex™ continues its dedication to leadership in packaging choice, sustainability and innovation, the Company is expanding its sustainability and public affairs capabilities to support a growing…
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Lou Kennedy, Nephron Pharmaceuticals
June 3, 2019
Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation is located in Cayce South Carolina. Nephron is a global leader in manufacturing generic respiratory medications and also contract manufacturing. Through its innovative approach to sterile manufacturing,…
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The SEFA Group names new Executive Director of Business Development
May 30, 2019
Walter LeMaire has joined The SEFA Group as Executive Director of Business Development for the company’s Engineering & Projects Business Unit. LeMaire will be responsible for strategic and operational planning in…
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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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