Halton MEI USA, Inc. (Halton), a leader in indoor climate technology, announced this week that they plan to locate in the Piedmont area of Anderson County.
The new manufacturing facility will be the company’s first South Carolina operation.
The $2.6 million investment will create 65 new jobs.
Founded in Finland in 1969, Halton is a family-owned, global technology leader providing indoor air solutions to customers in over 35 countries. The company designs, manufactures, and delivers indoor environment products for demanding spaces including marine, energy and heavy industry environments.
Halton will lease a 39,000-square-foot space located at 120 Exchange Logistics Park Drive, Piedmont.
Operations are expected to be online in August 2024. Individuals interested in joining the Halton team should visit the company’s careers page on their website at www.halton.com.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to the project. The council also awarded a $100,000 Set-Aside grant to Anderson County to assist with the costs of building improvements.
Anderson County District 6 Councilman Jimmy Davis said, “We’re all about family here in Anderson County, so bringing a family-owned company like Halton into our community is great. This project is a great fit for us, and I look forward to seeing them succeed.”
Halton Marine Managing Director Sami Piirainen said, “Establishing a manufacturing facility in North America aligns with our growth strategy, especially for the green transition, supporting our customers’ needs for local supplies and local content. We have identified a great growth potential across all our segments in the Americas. Our team worked closely with the state of South Carolina, the county of Anderson and the Upstate Alliance business development team. Their collective efforts and cooperation were instrumental in determining the optimal location for our investment.”
Gov. Henry McMaster said, “South Carolina’s strong reputation in advanced manufacturing makes it the perfect location for Halton’s new operation and $2.6 million investment. We are proud to welcome the company to Anderson County and look forward to working together in the years ahead.”