$30 million investment to create 30 new jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Huber Engineered Woods LLC (HEW), a leading manufacturer of specialty building products throughout the United States, today announced plans to establish operations in Dillon County. The company’s $30 million investment is projected to create 30 new jobs.
Huber Engineered Woods LLC, creator of AdvanTech® subflooring and ZIP System® sheathing products, is an innovative leader within specialty engineered wood building materials. With product distribution through a nationwide network of distributors and lumberyards, HEW’s solutions help builders, remodelers and home improvement professionals solve flooring, roof and wall challenges for different types of construction projects.
Located at 250 Harllees Bridge Road in Dillon, S.C., the company’s new 109,200-square-foot facility will treat paper materials used in ZIP System sheathing, which features a patented, integrated paper overlay that provides a water-resistant barrier. The Dillon facility will also supply a critical component of the ZIP System panel manufacturing process. In addition to featuring the latest paper treatment technology, operations will implement the highest levels of safety standards, environmental protection measures for pollution abatement and sustainability.
The new facility is projected to be open and operating by late 2020. Individuals interested in joining the HEW team should visit http://www.huberwood.com/careers.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development awarded Dillon County a $400,000 Rural Infrastructure Fund grant to assist with the costs of site preparation and building construction.
QUOTES
“Huber Engineered Woods LLC would like to thank the South Carolina Department of Commerce for welcoming this facility into the community. We look forward to being a key partner in the future success of the county and the state, and are pleased to bring new employment opportunities to Dillon County and the surrounding areas. Environmental health and safety are core tenets to business practice at Huber. Our commitment to respect for people is paramount at our five engineered wood manufacturing sites, our R&D facility and our Charlotte, N.C., headquarters, and it will be in our new Dillon, S.C. location as well.” –HEW Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Strategy Kirk Blanchette
“This $30 million investment by Huber Engineered Woods LLC in Dillon County will change the lives of South Carolinians, and for that, we couldn’t be more grateful. We wish Huber Engineered Woods LLC all the best on their new endeavors, and I look forward to watching them succeed for years to come.” –Gov. Henry McMaster
“South Carolina’s manufacturing sector continues to thrive, attracting world-class businesses like Huber Engineered Woods LLC. I congratulate them on their new investment and look forward to watching them succeed in this great state.” –Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
“Huber Engineered Woods LLC will make a huge impact on the economy in Dillon County with this investment. We are excited they have chosen our great state and community to locate their new facility.” –Dillon County Council Chairman Stevie Grice
“Today’s announcement by Huber Engineered Woods LLC represents progress and opportunity for everyone in our community, and it is the perfect complement to our ongoing efforts to attract industry to our county.” –Dillon County Administrator Tony Clyburn
“Manufacturing is our backbone here in the NESA region. It’s great to see companies like Huber Engineered Woods LLC recognize this and choose to make a significant investment in the great people of this region. We couldn’t be more excited for both the company and Dillon County and we look forward to watching them prosper. –NESA Executive Committee Chairman Yancey McGill
FIVE FAST FACTS
• Huber Engineered Woods LLC (HEW) is establishing operations in Dillon County.
• The company’s $30 million investment is projected to create 30 new jobs.
• HEW is a leading manufacturer of specialty building products throughout the U.S.
• The company’s new facility will be located at 250 Harllees Bridge Road in Dillon, S.C.
• Individuals interested in joining the Huber Engineered Woods team should visit http://www.huberwood.com/careers.