Sargent Metal Fabricators Expands Anderson, South Carolina Manufacturing Plant
07/03/2020
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.
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.
"We are proud to be a family-owned business born in Anderson, South Carolina. 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,” said 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,” Governor Henry McMaster said.
"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,” said 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 added.
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