COLUMBIA, SC (WBTV) - Nation Ford Chemical, a custom
manufacturer of specialty organic chemicals, today announced expansion plans
for its current operations in York County. The $5.5 million investment is
expected to generate 16 new jobs.
"We are pleased to further build on our success here in York County. The
expansion will give us the opportunity to add to our product range and increase
our market share. We appreciate the support we've received from state and local
officials," said Jay Dickson, president of Nation Ford Chemical.
Nation Ford Chemical is in the process of expanding its product line and will
build a new chemical production area on its current campus, located at 2300
Banks Street in Fort Mill.
"It's always exciting to see a company with a long history in South Carolina
choose to increase its footprint here. Nation Ford Chemical has been a part of
the state's business community for more than 30 years, and we celebrate the
company's decision to invest $5.5 million and create more new jobs in Fort
Mill," said Gov. Nikki Haley.
The company
will produce a new antioxidant used in manufacturing lubricants. The expansion
is expected to be completed by November.
"South
Carolina's chemical manufacturing industry continues to play an important role
in the health of our state's economy. Today's announcement by Nation Ford
Chemical also shows that our state's business-friendly climate is fostering
growth amongst our existing firms," said Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt.
In 2011,
South Carolina recruited more than $4.7 billion in investment and more than
13,000 new jobs in the manufacturing sector.
"Nation Ford
Chemical has operated successfully in York County for many decades and we are
pleased they have decided once again to reinvest in our community," said York
County Council Chairman Britt Blackwell. "In this competitive and challenging
global economy, anytime a company allocates precious capital to a new venture
they are reconfirming their initial faith and commitment. York County
would like to thank Nation Ford for their past dedication and we welcome the
new jobs and investment as we grow together."
The company
is currently in the process of hiring for the new positions. Anyone interested
in job opportunities with Nation Ford Chemical should e-mail Janice Giroux of Express
at janice.giroux@expresspros.com.
The
Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved a set aside grant for
$100,000 for site preparation and infrastructure improvement. readySC will
provide pre-employment training.
Founded in
1977, Nation Ford Chemical specializes in the production of a variety of
organic intermediates, polymers and colorants for a broad range of customers
worldwide. The company's products are sold worldwide through offices in the
United States, Europe, China and Japan. For more information about Nation Ford
Chemical, please visit www.nationfordchem.com.
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