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SMT Group, a Naperville, Ill.-headquartered global manufacturer of electromechanical subassemblies and components, has selected Greenville for a technical sales office location.    With emphasis on vertical integration, the company utilizes a diverse range of manufacturing technologies for complete industrial turnkey product solutions. SMT GROUP has roots in the automotive industry with operations since 1989 for […]

$6 million expansion positions textile producer for growth Hamrick Mills, a longstanding textile manufacturer, is expanding its production capabilities in Gaffney with a $6 million investment.    Established in 1900, the company produces high-quality woven fabrics for use in home furnishings, industrial applications, and apparel and support apparel markets. Its “Made in the USA” fabric […]

Company creating more than 160 new jobs at manufacturing facility BorgWarner Inc., a global leader in clean and efficient technology solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The $71.9 million investment is projected to create more than 160 new jobs. This announcement represents the company’s third expansion since […]

bo parts GmbH, a tier one and tier two supplier to the automotive industry and part of the FRIMO Group, is launching new operations in Greenville County. The new development is projected to bring $4.1 million of capital investment and create 100 new jobs within the next five years.    Headquartered in Germany, bo parts […]

Safeplast NA Company, a manufacturer and provider of hose protectors and hose binding products, is launching a new facility in Pickens County. The $4.3 million investment is projected to create 30 new jobs.   Affiliated with Safeplast Finland, Safeplast NA began manufacturing and distributing its signature Safeplast Spirals in 2007. Designed to protect hydraulic hoses […]

Bonafide Kayaks, a manufacturer and producer of fishing kayaks, is launching new manufacturing operations in Greenville County. The company is investing $2 million to create 76 new jobs over the next three years.    Bonafide Kayaks was formed in November 2016 and has spent the last several months designing its first models of fishing kayaks […]

Adhesive materials manufacturer bringing additional $15 million investment   Ritrama is expanding its existing Spartanburg County manufacturing facility. The company is investing an additional $15 million to accommodate its continued growth, bringing Ritrama’s total investment in South Carolina to $100 million.   Announced in October 2016, this facility is designed to be Ritrama’s most modern […]

Prysmian Group North America, a leading manufacturer of low, medium and extra-high voltage electrical cables, is once again expanding its existing operations in Abbeville County. The expansion will result in an additional $14 million of capital investment and lead to the creation of 10 new jobs.   Prysmian Group North America is increasing its product […]

Rudolph Logistics Group, an international logistics service provider, is launching a new warehousing operation in Spartanburg County. The Germany-based company is projected to bring more than $18 million of capital investment and create at least 150 new jobs.   Headquartered in Baunatal, Germany, Rudolph Logistics Group is a globally-active logistics and supply chain company that […]

The Upstate SC Alliance would like to congratulate the Greenville Area Development Corporation on the following project:    Kloeckner Metals, one of the largest producer-independent distributors of steel and metal products, is expanding its existing Greenville County operations. To accommodate its continued growth, the company is planning to invest $11.3 million and create 19 jobs. […]

Steel Creek Galvanizing Company LLC, a fabricated steel products galvanizer, is launching a new facility in Cherokee County. The development is projected to bring $14.1 million of new capital investment and lead to the initial creation of 72 jobs.   Located at 576 Tribal Road in Blacksburg, S.C., the company will be constructing a new, […]

$29M test facility will focus on Onshore Wind technologies, bring 17 jobs to Laurens County GE Renewable Energy today announced that it has selected Clinton, South Carolina for a new research and development facility. The $29 million facility will be used to test prototype bearing designs and evaluate next generation bearing technology for the GE’s […]

The Upstate SC Alliance would like to congratulate the Greenville Area Development Corporation on the following project:    Softbox Systems, an international temperature-control packaging provider, today announced it is expanding its Greenville County operations to house its U.S. and Canadian headquarters. To accommodate its rapid growth, the company is projected to create 70 new jobs.  […]

Gov. Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Itron, a world-leading technology and services company dedicated to the resourceful use of energy and water, is expanding its operations in Oconee County. The new manufacturing line is projected to bring $8 million of new capital investment and lead to the creation of […]

Governor Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that Electrolux, a leading home and appliance manufacturer, is expanding its existing manufacturing facility in Anderson County with a capital investment of more than $200 million. Electrolux offers innovative and sustainable solutions for home and professional appliances, including refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers, freezers and washing […]

Medtronic, a global leader in medical technology, services, and solutions, is expanding its operations in Greenwood County. The expansion will result in a new capital investment of $6.5 million.  With a location in Greenwood since 1962, Medtronic is the world’s largest standalone medical technology development company. In an effort to meet increased customer demand, the […]

Moore’s Food Resources, a provider of all-natural foods, is locating new operations in Greenville County. The company is projected to bring $15 million of new capital investment and create 182 new jobs.   Established in 1997, Moore’s Food Resources has decades of experience in the flavor ingredient and food service industries. Certified as a Female […]

The Upstate SC Alliance would like to congratulate the Greenville Area Development Corporation on the following project:    Caristrap International, a manufacturer of industrial strapping systems, is locating its new corporate headquarters in Greenville County. The project is expected to bring $5.5 million of new capital investment and lead to the creation of 100 new […]

The Upstate SC Alliance would like to congratulate the Greenville Area Development Corporation on the following project:    JSI Store Fixtures Inc., a market-leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality merchandising displays for the supermarket industry, is expanding its Greenville County facility. The firm is expected to invest $2.1 million in the expansion of its Greenville […]

Stren-Flex, a manufacturer of high-quality synthetic lifting products, today announced plans to establish new operations in Greenville County. The project is expected to bring more than $1 million of capital investment and create more than 25 new jobs.   Founded in 2002, Stren-Flex manufactures a variety of synthetic lifting products, including nylon web slings, chain […]

Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management and automation, is expanding its Oconee County operations. The company will be creating 56 new jobs at its existing Seneca facility.   Specializing in energy management and automation, Schneider Electric is a global company that develops connected technologies and solutions that manage energy and processes in ways […]

Ackerson-Stevens Inc. (ASI), a lumber company and manufacturer of custom moldings and flooring accessories, is expanding its existing Greenwood County operations. To accommodate the firm’s continued growth, ASI intends to create 15 new positions and make a capital investment of $490,000. Established in 1989, ASI is a manufacturer, importer and distributor of custom moldings, decking […]

The Upstate SC Alliance would like to congratulate the Greenville Area Development Corporation on the following project:    MP Husky, one of the leading manufacturers of Cable Tray and Cable Bus systems in the United States and Canada, is expanding its existing manufacturing operations in Greenville County. To accommodate increased customer demand, the company will […]

Gestamp, an international manufacturer of metal automotive components, is expanding its existing facility in Union County in an effort to meet increased demand from local automotive original equipment manufacturers. The project is expected to bring $129 million in new capital investment and lead to the creation of 130 jobs.   With a workforce of more […]

AVX Corporation (AVX), a provider of electronic components for a variety of applications, is expanding its existing operations in Greenville County to accommodate the company’s continued growth. AVX will be investing $35 million in this expansion, creating 100 new jobs in the coming years.   Headquartered in Greenville, S.C., AVX is a leading international manufacturer and […]

Fukoku America, a manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive products is growing its operations in Laurens County. The expansion is expected to bring $13.9 million in new investment and lead to the creation of 65 jobs.   Fukoku is the largest producer of wiper blade rubber in the world and is used in a variety […]

The Upstate SC Alliance would like to congratulate Greenville Area Development Corporation and the City of Mauldin on the following project:  Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest provider of telecommunications products and services, is expanding its existing operations in Greenville County. To accommodate its continued growth, the company is investing $3.5 million and creating 260 new […]

The Upstate SC Alliance would like to congratulate Greenville Area Development Corporation on the following project:    Sencorables LLC, a developer of diversified IoT (Internet of Things) products, today announced its plans for an expansion of its Greenville County operations. The company is expected to invest $3.5 million and create 25 jobs over the next […]

Chemical manufacturing operation will bring $13 million of new investment PIDC (Pacific Industrial Development Corporation), a specialty chemicals manufacturer, intends to open a manufacturing facility in Spartanburg County. The development is projected to bring at least $13 million of capital investment and create 53 new jobs over the next five years. With operations in five […]

Lear Corporation, a leading global supplier of automotive seating, is expanding its existing operations in Spartanburg County to accommodate its continued growth. The company will be adding equipment and upgrading existing infrastructure, bringing more than $7.7 million in new capital investment. With 240 locations in 36 countries around the world, Lear Corporation is a Fortune […]

Response Packaging, a premier returnable packaging manufacturer, is expanding its existing facility in Greenville County. The expansion is projected to bring $5 million of new capital investment and lead to the creation of 100 jobs.   With facilities in both the United States and Mexico, Response Packaging serves some of the largest original equipment manufacturers […]

Ascend Performance Materials (Ascend), a global provider of high-quality fibers, chemicals and plastics, is expanding its Greenwood County operations. To accommodate its continued growth, the company is projected to invest $3.8 million and create 20 new jobs.   With five manufacturing plants in the southeastern United States and more than 3,200 employees around the world, […]

Greenwood, S.C., continues to increase its role and competitiveness as an international provider of genetic services with the commitment of more than $5.4 million from the Greenwood Genetic Center (GGC) to expand and enhance molecular and metabolomic testing. This investment will bring new technologies and equipment, an expanded diagnostic test menu and enhanced efficiencies to […]