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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Electro-Mechanical Plans Bristol, Virginia, Manufacturing Operations

11/14/2024
Electro-Mechanical, a manufacturer of electrical equipment, plans to expand its operations in Bristol, Virginia. The $16.55 million project is expected to create 109 jobs in Washington County.

The investment will include a 200,000-square-foot manufacturing facility which will enhance the company’s capacity to produce switchgear and other electrical apparatus.

“We are excited to once again be expanding our Bristol, Virginia, operations,” said Electro-Mechanical President and CEO Howard Broadfoot. “We have experienced tremendous growth in our business over the past several years and this additional manufacturing capacity will allow us to better serve our customers for years to come. After evaluating multiple locations for this expansion, the overwhelmingly positive response from VEDP, Washington County, and the Governor’s office helped reaffirm our decision to expand in the Commonwealth of Virginia. We believe this decision best supports our coworkers, customers, and shareholders.”

To support the project Governor Youngkin approved a $300,000 grant from the Commonwealth's Opportunity Fund. The company is eligible to receive state benefits from the Virginia Enterprise Zone Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development.

Support for Electro-Mechanical’s job creation will be provided through the Virginia Talent Accelerator Program. The program, created by VEDP in collaboration with higher education partners, accelerates new facility startups through the direct delivery of recruitment and training services that are fully customized to a company’s unique products, processes, equipment, standards and culture. All program services are provided at no cost to qualified new and expanding companies as an incentive for job creation.

“This expansion by Electro-Mechanical not only creates new jobs but also strengthens the Commonwealth's position in the electrical components industry,” noted Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick. “Today's announcement underscores Virginia's advantages for manufacturers. We are committed to fostering an environment where businesses like Electro-Mechanical can thrive and grow.”

Electro-Mechanical manufactures a variety of products used in the generation, distribution, and control of electricity.

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