Bio-Lab Expands Westlake, Louisiana, Manufacturing Operations

Area Development News Desk

07/10/2026

Pool and spa treatment products manufacturer Bio-Lab plans to expand its operations in Westlake, Louisiana. The at least $8 million project is expected to create 64 jobs in Calcasieu Parish.

The investment will add tableting and blending capabilities at the company’s existing manufacturing facility, increasing finished goods production for its pool care product line.

“At KIK Consumer Products, this investment in Lake Charles is about building resilience capability in Lake Charles to ensure high availability of the products that families count on every season to keep their pool water clean and safe,” said Jeff Schmitt, Chief of Staff at KIK Consumer Products. “By adding a new tableting and blending operation at our Lake Charles site, we’re building upon a strong, dependable domestic source for our core pool sanitizing tablets – strengthening our supply chain, supporting our retail partners’ growth, and ensuring we can serve customers reliably for years to come.”

To support the project, the State of Louisiana offered Bio-Lab an incentives package that includes a $1 million grant through the Economic Development Award Program for infrastructure improvements. The company is also expected to participate in Louisiana’s Quality Jobs and Industrial Tax Exemption programs.

“Bio-Lab’s expansion builds on Southwest Louisiana’s strong chemical manufacturing base and reinforces the region’s role in producing goods used well beyond our state,” noted Susan B. Bourgeois, Secretary of Louisiana Economic Development (LED). “When established companies continue to invest here, they strengthen the industries that drive our economy and create new opportunities for Louisiana’s people.”

Bio-Lab, a division of KIK Consumer Products, is a manufacturer of pool and spa water treatment products for residential and commercial markets. The company specializes in the production of sanitizers, shock treatments, algaecides, water-balancing chemicals, packaging, and distribution through retail and professional dealer networks.

“Bio-Lab’s decision to expand its operations in Calcasieu Parish is another strong vote of confidence in Southwest Louisiana’s business climate, workforce and manufacturing capabilities,” added Scott Walker, President and CEO of the Southwest Louisiana Economic Development Alliance. “Growth of existing industry is a key element of our Accelerate SWLA strategic plan, because expansions like this not only create new jobs and retain existing ones, but also reinforce the important role our region plays in supporting industrial growth and innovation. We are grateful for Louisiana Economic Development’s continued support, and programs like LED FastStart play a critical role in making investments like this possible.”

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