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Andrews, SC (2015)

SafeRack

NMTCs were leveraged to build a new 100,000 sq. ft. innovative manufacturing facility that uses precision welding, laser cutting, and robotic assembly technologies to manufacture fall protection and loading/unloading systems that safeguard workers.

Investment

  • NMTC Amount: $20,825,000
  • Total Project Cost: $25,013,662

IMPACT

  • 239 FTE jobs
  • 139 construction jobs
  • Includes 57 new jobs and 182 jobs retained. Jobs pay an average of 207% above local living wage in Georgetown County.
  • 100,000 sq. ft. of real estate

Investor

Project Description

This project is located in a distressed rural census track of Andrews, SC and within a South Carolina State Enterprise Zone, FEMA-designated Major Disaster Declaration Area from the severe storms and flooding of October 2015. NMTCs were leveraged to build a new 100,000 sq. ft. innovative manufacturing facility that uses precision welding, laser cutting, and robotic assembly technologies to manufacture fall protection and loading/unloading systems that safeguard workers; enabling them to work more efficiently in demanding industrial environments. The employees are among the best paid in the area and offered workforce development opportunities through training programs improving their skills and safety.

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Address: 219 Safety Avenue, Andrews, SC 29510

Census Tract: 45043920201

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