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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

Germany-Based CS INSTRUMENTS Plans Bluffton, South Carolina, Headquarters Operations

07/09/2025
Germany-based CS INSTRUMENTS, a manufacturer of compressed air measuring technology, plans to establish North American headquarters operations in Bluffton, South Carolina. The $3.6 million project is expected to create 13 jobs in Beaufort County.

The investment will include the construction of a new 11,000-square-foot facility, located at 8237 Pinellas Drive, which will house office space, warehousing, and a service and training center. Operations are scheduled to begin in December 2025.

“Establishing our North American headquarters in Bluffton is a strategic and exciting step forward for CS INSTRUMENTS. The region’s strong business climate, skilled workforce and exceptional quality of life make it an ideal home for our growing team. We are especially grateful to the town of Bluffton, the Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation and the SouthernCarolina Alliance for their unwavering support and partnership throughout this process. Their commitment to fostering innovation and industry made our decision an easy one,” CS INSTRUMENTS Country Manager Martin Zeller said.

CS INSTRUMENTS specializes in the production of measurement technologies for compressed air and industrial gases. The company currently operates subsidiaries in 13 countries.

“CS INSTRUMENTS’ decision to establish its headquarters in Beaufort County highlights our state’s strong reputation as a place where businesses can achieve success from launch to legacy. Congratulations to CS INSTRUMENTS on this announcement that will create even more opportunity for the people of Beaufort County,” Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III noted.

“SouthernCarolina Alliance congratulates CS INSTRUMENTS on selecting Bluffton as the location of their new North American headquarters facility. We are proud that this fine German manufacturer of precision products has chosen the SouthernCarolina Alliance region to establish their headquarters and grow their warehousing and training operations. SCA will continue to work closely with CS INSTRUMENTS as their operations flourish in Beaufort County, which provides a great place to work, live and invest,” added SouthernCarolina Alliance President and CEO Danny Black.

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