Manufacturer creating 700 new jobs in facility expansion
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services and a brand of Ingersoll Rand, is expanding its existing Richland County operations. The business is projected to invest $96 million and create 700 new jobs to increase its overall flexibility in line with business growth.
Trane has approximately 600 employees in South Carolina and offers a broad range of energy-efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, as well as advanced building controls and parts support. Trane systems have leading positions in premium commercial, residential and industrial markets.
Located at 400 Killian Road in Columbia, S.C., Trane’s existing Richland County facility makes components and units for HVAC equipment. This expansion will grow the facility by 680,000 square feet. Hiring for the new positions should begin in 2018 as construction nears completion.
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“We are pleased to extend our commitment to Columbia, S.C. with a sizeable expansion of our HVAC plant. Over the next three years, we will create approximately 700 jobs in Columbia. We thank the State of South Carolina, as well as Richland County, for their partnerships and will provide more details as we progress with the expansion.” –Dave Regnery, President of Commercial HVAC North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa
“Our workforce has shown that it’s the best in the world, and announcements like this one continue to boost South Carolina’s reputation on the global stage as a state that can get any job done. We’ve worked hard to create a pro-business environment, and our efforts continue to pay off.” –Gov. Henry McMaster
“South Carolina’s advanced manufacturing industry has put our state on the map, and this latest expansion by an industry leader like Trane is a testament to our success. I congratulate Trane on this tremendous $96 million investment and look forward to seeing the difference these new jobs make in the Richland County community.” –Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
“We’re delighted with Trane’s decision to expand their operations here in Richland County. When a widely-respected company like Trane invests $96 million and creates 700 new job opportunities, it speaks volumes about the business environment we enjoy here.” –Richland County Council Chair Joyce Dickerson
FIVE FAST FACTS
- Trane is expanding its existing Richland County operations.
- $96 million investment to create 700 new jobs.
- Trane is a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services.
- Located at 400 Killian Road in Columbia, S.C., Trane’s existing facility will be expanded by 680,000 square feet.
- Hiring for the new positions should begin in 2018 as construction nears completion.