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Back to the Future: High school reimagines advanced manufacturing opportunities
Before leaving BMW, former CEO Knudt Flor said that the next generation's aptitude in AI would be the key to keeping the U.S. competitive on the global stage. One Upstate high school is introducing students to the field earlier than ever
Recycling solutions company to invest $11.5M in Westminster
PreZero US, a recycling and waste solutions company based in Westminster, will have the capacity to process 40,000 tons of plastic material per year with the company’s plans to invest $11.5 million into a facility expansion.
Anderson manufacturer expands to make parts for new GM line
Michelin isn't the only French auto supplier growing its Upstate footprint. Levallois Cedex-headquartered Plastic Omnium plans to invest $17.7 million in its 5100 Pearman Dairy Road location to ramp up production for an electric GM line.
Battery industry leaders answer lithium shortage fears
Following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan fears of a lithium shortage and price spike escalated this fall, but Solvay CEO Mike Finelli said he doesn’t take stock in those concerns. At least not for the lithium market.
$70M investment to create 135 new jobs
Glen Raven Inc., a high-performance textile manufacturer, today announced plans to expand operations for its custom fabrics division in Anderson County. The $70 million investment will create 135 new jobs.
Multi-Pack Solutions to invest $10M more on its new home
Multi-Pack Solutions, which moved into a new building just before the COVID-19 pandemic took off in the United States, is making plans to spend another $10 million to add 75,000 more square feet to its facility at the S.C. TAC.
Coatings company to build third plant in Greenwood
Monti Inc. will deliver 16 new jobs to Greenwood County with a $4.7 million investment, according to an announcement from the S.C. Commerce Department.
Auto interior manufacturer to expand in Spartanburg
Auria is putting $12.4 million into expansion plans at its Spartanburg plant, a project the company says will create 103 new jobs.
U.S. trade representative visits Milliken
The nation's top trade chief visited the heart of the U.S. textile industry on Thursday with stops at Milliken & Co. and American & Efird.
Modular home plant going up in Greenwood
A modular construction company is establishing operations in Greenwood to help the company serve its Southeastern customers. The Commerce Department says the $9 million investment will bring 180 jobs to the community starting next year.
Swedish tool manufacturer expands in Oconee County
As part of a slew of new investments in the Southeast, Sweden-based Sandvik Coromant aims to tap the Upstate advanced manufacturing markets with the addition of another tools line at its Westminster facility.
Fountain Inn races to stay ahead of explosive growth
Promoting the home of Aunt Het and Bosch’s first North American solar array can be a tightrope walk between what was and what will be. Heritage and headway. Fountain Inn Chamber CEO Marnie Schwartz-Hanley says she’s up to the tas
