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As U.S. manufacturers continue to expand and invest in new facilities, several key projects have been announced across the country in August. These developments highlight the ongoing growth and diversification within the industry, from renewable energy to advanced manufacturing technologies. From steel frames in Arkansas to solar panels in Texas, don’t miss our roundup of the most exciting new manufacturing ventures announced in August:
Graham Corporation has commenced the construction of a 29,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Batavia, NY. With a total investment of $17.6 million, the project will create 24 full-time skilled positions and is expected to begin operations in the summer of 2025. Graham designs and manufactures mission critical fluid, power, heat transfer and vacuum technologies for the defense sector.
“Our new facility will play a key role in enhancing our operational capabilities, providing the expanded capacity to accelerate production to meet our customers’ growing requirements, particularly the U.S. Navy,” said Dan Thoren, President and CEO of Graham Corporation.
Tate, a leader in raised access floors and data center management solutions, is set to establish a new 420,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Pocahontas, Arkansas. The project represents a significant investment and is expected to create 148 new jobs over the next five years. “Tate is excited to expand our operations with a new production site in Pocahontas, Arkansas,” said Daniel Kennedy, Global President of Cloud Solutions and Innovation. The facility will focus on fabricating steel frames for data centers and is expected to be operational in the second half of 2025.
Co-Line Welding, Inc. has begun site preparation for a major expansion of their north facility, adding 70,000 square feet of interior building space and 91,000 square feet of exterior paving. Set to be fully enclosed by December, the expansion will alleviate space constraints in their South fabrication facility. Eric Brand, co-owner, stated, "This will position us well for continued growth opportunities."
Caterpillar Inc. has announced a multi-year capital investment at its Lafayette, Indiana engine facility, increasing capacity for new engines and aftermarket parts. The expansion includes a new building for engine and genset package production, as well as aftermarket components. The project will create 100 new jobs.
Bart Myers, Caterpillar’s senior vice president of Large Power Systems, stated, "We’re excited for the opportunity to further invest in our Lafayette Engine Center to continue to deliver for our customers."
SEG Solar inaugurated a new photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas, on August 8, 2024. The $60 million investment spans nearly 250,000 square feet and specializes in producing high-efficiency N-type solar modules with an annual capacity of 2GW. Jim Wood, CEO of SEG, remarked, "The completion of the Houston plant marks a significant milestone for SEG and a major advancement in U.S. module manufacturing technology."
TMEIC Corporation Americas has relocated its headquarters to Houston’s Energy Corridor and will open a 144,000-square-foot photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing facility in Brookshire, near Katy. Expected to produce 9 GW annually and create up to 300 jobs, this expansion underscores TMEIC’s dedication to the renewable energy industry.
Manmeet S. Bhatia, President and CEO of TMEIC Corporation Americas, stated, “This strategic expansion underscores TMEIC’s dedication to the renewable energy industry, advancing clean energy technology, maintaining strong client relationships, and competing on a global basis while proudly manufacturing in the United States.”
OneD Battery Sciences has completed and commissioned its SINANODE pilot production line in Moses Lake, Washington. This new facility aims to scale up the production of silicon anode materials for the global battery market, particularly for electric vehicles.
“Today’s milestone showcases the result of excellent teamwork between our Operations team and our general contractor and its many subcontractors, and the training and support provided by the OneD R&D team from our Palo Alto headquarters,” said Jan-Marc Luchies, Chief Operating Officer at OneD.
Life is Good has opened a new production and warehouse facility in Hudson, New Hampshire, significantly enhancing its efficiency and capacity. The facility, which can produce up to 14,000 units per day, consolidates operations previously spread across multiple locations. Tom Hassell, president of Life is Good, stated, "Now we have all of our product that’s picked on one floor. It’s incredibly efficient."
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams (MG+BW) has restarted production of upholstered furniture at its Taylorsville plant in North Carolina, nearly a year after its abrupt closure. Now owned by Surya Inc., the plant has resumed operations with 38 employees and plans to expand its workforce. Surya Inc. President Satya Tiwari stated, "This is only the beginning for MG+BW’s long-awaited revival."
Farmstead Manufacturing has opened a new production warehouse in Leeds, Utah, supported by a $2.25 million investment. This expansion will create 20 full-time jobs at the warehouse and an additional 45 positions across the organization.
“We are thrilled to open our new production warehouse in Leeds and expand the Farmstead Bakery brand,” said Chris Connors, co-owner of Farmstead Bakery3. "This new facility will not only allow us to increase our production capacity but also create new job opportunities for the local community.”
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) announced a $232 million investment through its Swedish Match affiliate to expand its Owensboro, Kentucky manufacturing facility. This expansion will create 450 direct jobs and 410 indirect jobs, increasing the plant’s workforce by 40%. The facility will produce ZYN nicotine pouches to meet growing demand from legal-age consumers switching from traditional tobacco products.
“This investment in U.S. manufacturing capacity will increase the Kentucky plant’s workforce by about 40 percent, providing good-paying jobs and helping to meet the increasing demand for smoke-free products,” said Stacey Kennedy, CEO of PMI’s U.S. business.
OYH Construction Materials, a global company based in China, has broken ground on a $100 million manufacturing plant in Prairie View, Texas. The facility will focus on producing waterproof roofing and is expected to create about 300 jobs in the community. OYH CEO Lei Liu stated, “We believe we can compete in the United States and North America. To do that, we basically want to come here and manufacture here.”
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