$9.5 million investment will create 50 new jobs
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Sargent Metal Fabricators, Inc. (Sargent Metal), a custom metal fabrication company, today announced plans to expand operations in Anderson County. The company's $9.5 million investment will create 50 new jobs over the next five years.
Recently celebrating 45 years in business, Sargent Metal provides precision metal fabrication, welding, powder coating and assembly services to leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in a variety of markets.
Located at 5500 Airport Road in Anderson, Sargent Metal's 80,000-square-foot expansion will allow the company to increase capacity to meet growing customer demand. This investment will expand Sargent Metal's current precision fabrication equipment base with a new fiber laser cutting and material handling system. The expansion also includes additional assembly areas and a 1,200-foot automated powder coating system.
The expansion is expected to be completed in the first half of 2022. Individuals interested in joining the Sargent Metal team should visit www.sargentmetal.com/contact.
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"We are proud to be a family-owned business born in Anderson, S.C. and are excited for this new phase in the growth of Sargent Metal. We look forward to the creation of new job opportunities for our community and additional capabilities with which to serve our customers with excellence." -Sargent Metal President & CEO Tim Hayden
"It's exciting to see a local, family-owned company like Sargent Metal grow here in South Carolina. The company's decision to invest and create 50 new jobs in Anderson County is a reason to celebrate in the local community, and we look forward to watching this company continue to grow and thrive." -Gov. Henry McMaster
"South Carolina continues to build on its success in the manufacturing sector, and Sargent Metal's decision to invest $9.5 million in our state will provide yet another boost. Today's announcement is further testament that South Carolina's business-friendly climate is perfect for businesses, both new and existing, to succeed." -Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
"Sargent Metal has been an integral part of our business community for more than 45 years, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the news of their latest announcement. We congratulate them on this expansion and thank them for the confidence they have shown in our community." -Anderson County Council Chairman Tommy Dunn
FIVE FAST FACTS
• Sargent Metal Fabricators, Inc. (Sargent Metal) is expanding S.C. operations in Anderson County.
• The $9.5 million investment is projected to create 50 new jobs over the next five years.
• Sargent Metal is a precision metal fabrication company.
• The company recently celebrated 45 years in business.
• Individuals interested in joining the Sargent Metal team should visit www.sargentmetal.com/contact.