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Choice Fabricators Expands Rainbow City, Alabama, Production Operations

Area Development News Desk

08/29/2025

Metal fabricator Choice Fabricators, Inc. plans to expand its production operations in Rainbow City, Alabama. The approximately $15 million project is expected to create 30 jobs.

The investment will include the addition of two new 1500-ton large-bed transfer stamping presses.

"Integrating these additional high-capacity, advanced presses into our operations represents a transformative step forward," said CEO David Chadwick. "These new capabilities allow us to scale production to new heights and support complex, large-scale projects that our customers require. This investment reinforces our commitment to exceptional quality and service, helping us remain a trusted partner in metal manufacturing for years to come."

Choice Fabricators provides stamping, welding, assembly, custom packaging, shipping and paint services.

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