Existing S.C. company investing more than $2.5 million and creating 100 new jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Ebtron, a Loris, S.C.-based company that designs and manufactures air flow measuring devices, is expanding its operations in Horry County. The project is expected to bring more than $2.5 million of new capital investment and lead to the creation of 100 new jobs over the next five years.
Ebtron, along with its sister companies, designs and manufactures innovative measurement solutions for the monitoring and maintenance of air quality, humidity, climate and other environmental conditions. Ebtron serves customers across a variety of industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, educational, laboratory and office settings.
To expand its operations in Horry County, the company will construct up to four additional facilities on property adjacent to its current location off of U.S. Highway 701 in Loris, S.C. Ebtron will hire for a wide variety of positions, and those looking to apply should visit the SC Works website.
QUOTES
“After 22 years of operation in Horry County, Ebtron and its sister companies are pleased to announce their decision to expand management, manufacturing and product development operations near our existing facilities just south of Loris. We are excited and appreciative of the outstanding effort provided by the Myrtle Beach Economic Development Corporation (MBEDC) over the past several years to keep our businesses in South Carolina, and specifically, Horry County. We are also very grateful of the support from our local community and elected officials that have supported our effort to remain in the county. We look forward to continued growth and community service in our great county.” –Ebtron President Dave Dougan
“It’s always a great day when we can celebrate the success and growth of one of our companies. The fact that Ebtron is able to contine to invest in our people and has decided to create 100 new jobs here is a huge win for Team South Carolina, and we couldn’t be more excited to see the impact that this fantastic company continues to have in Horry County.” –Gov. Nikki Haley
“When one of our existing businesses expands, like Ebtron, it sends a message to other companies that South Carolina is truly a place where they can find success. I congratulate Ebtron on this announcement and look forward to watching them succeed for years to come.” –Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
“On behalf of Horry County Council, I am excited to announce the expansion of Ebtron. Their decision to expand in Loris will create great job opportunities for Horry County residents. This announcement is just another example of our commitment to our existing industries, as well as the partnerships we have formed to promote Horry County as the right location for businesses.” –Horry County Council Chairman Mark Lazarus
“Ebtron’s expansion is another great sign that Horry County is right for manufacturing. With operations in other locations in North and South Carolina, Dave and his team could have chosen to expand anywhere. We are excited about Ebtron’s growth and look forward to working with them for many years to come.” –Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development Corporation President and CEO Josh Kay
FIVE FAST FACTS
- Ebtron is expanding operations in Horry County.
- $2.5 million investment to create 100 new jobs over the next five years.
- Ebtron designs and manufactures air flow measuring devices for the monitoring and maintenance of air quality, humidity, climate and other environmental conditions.
- The company will construct new facilities adjacent to its current operations off Highway 701 in Loris, S.C.
- Those interested in applying for the new positions should visit the SC Works website.