Scott Bader Invests $16 Million
Scott Bader, a worldwide chemical firm, has opened a new facility in North Carolina to fulfill rising local and international demand for its market-leading structural adhesives and gelcoats.
The investment includes the purchase of a 110,000 square foot industrial unit on a 15-acre site in Mocksville, North Carolina, which will be transformed into a cutting-edge gelcoat and structural adhesives production facility with additional investment. This will be the company's second production facility in North America; the new development is estimated to produce 27 new positions in the area, with 21 in manufacturing and the rest spread throughout HR, R&D, commercial support, and applications.
The new location was chosen expressly to capitalize on the state's burgeoning innovative manufacturing sector. The factory will be developed using contemporary architectural concepts and will operate under GMP guidelines, producing a variety of unique Scott Bader goods. By the first quarter of 2023, the factory should be completely operating.
Commenting on Scott Bader’s investment in the area, Terry Bralley, President of the Davie County Economic Development Commission, said: “We’re delighted a company with the pedigree of Scott Bader has chosen our county to invest in and expand their offering nationally and overseas. The new infrastructure will be a great addition to the area and the creation of 27 immediate new jobs is a real economic boost.” He continues: “I hope Scott Bader and our region mutually benefit from one another for many years to come.”
Commenting on the latest expansion plans, Art Murphy, Sales Director for Scott Bader North America said: “This latest investment makes clear our commitment to the North American market, as well as to our global growth strategy.” He continues: “It comes as we also invest $2million in Canada. We now have the additional capacity we need to be more responsive to customer needs and leverage the interest in our primer-less structural adhesives – amplifying the success we’ve already had with the portfolio.”
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