Columbia, Indiana (WANE)-a global supplier of fabrics, tools, hardware, and sewing supplies for sailors, is expanding its business in northeastern Indiana.
Sailrite Enterprises Inc. announced on Wednesday that it plans to expand its CR 100 South headquarters to 32,500 square feet. The $3.25 million investment will expand the supply of stainless steel rigging, webbing, fabric and leather, as well as the supply of new foam packaging machinery and material handling equipment.
Indiana Interim Secretary of Commerce Jim Staton said: “Indiana’s business-friendly climate and skilled workforce continue to make Indiana an ideal place for companies such as Sailrite to grow and develop.” “We are very happy Sailrite. Choosing to drive its growth in Indiana and thank the company for its commitment to creating quality career opportunities in northeastern Indiana.” Sailrite broke ground on Thursday’s expansion.
Sailrite Vice President Matt Grant and President Hallie Grant said: “Sailrite is happy to develop in Columbia.” Both the county and Indiana Economic Development Corporation helped make this expansion possible. Relying on the hard work and dedication of our employees and the enthusiasm of our global DIY customer base, our third-generation family business can achieve such rapid expansion. This expansion will allow us to expand our customer base, and we look forward to serving more enthusiastic and resourceful DIY users. ”
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Post time: Apr-19-2021