Posted February 24, 2015

 

RALEIGH, N.C. – Nonwovens producer Shalag US, Inc. plans to expand its production facility in Granville County, N.C., according to a February 20 announcement by N.C. Gov. Pat McCrory, N.C. Commerce Secretary John E. Skvarla III and the Economic Development Partnership of N.C.

 

The expansion will create 40 new jobs over the next three years. The company plans to invest $16 million in Oxford, N.C.

 

Shalag US is the North American division of Shalag Industries Ltd., an Israel-based company that produces nonwoven materials, for the hygienic and wipes markets. The expansion of the facility in Oxford would add a third thermo-bonding production line. The company currently has 74 employees in its Oxford plant.

 

The main factor in the Oxford plant expansion is the company's objective to increase its range of products and reach more customers, according to the announcement. The current plant will be enlarged and specialized equipment will be added for an additional production line. This enhancement will raise the efficiency of production and work processes, both on the additional manufacturing line as well as on existing lines.  

 

“I am delighted about our continued expansion of our manufacturing facility here in Oxford,” said Jeff Harari, CEO of Shalag US. “When our new line is complete and running at anticipated levels, it will increase our overall production capacity in the US by 60 percent, and increase our entire company’s production capabilities by 25 percent.”

 

The project was made possible in part by a performance-based grant from the One North Carolina Fund of up to $100,000. The One NC Fund provides financial assistance, through local governments, to attract business projects that will stimulate economic activity and create new jobs in the state. Companies receive no money up front and must meet job creation and investment performance standards to qualify for the reimbursement. The One NC Fund also requires and is contingent upon local matches.

 

“Manufacturing is one of North Carolina’s traditional industries that has helped build our economy,” said Gov. McCrory. “It’s always great to see companies such as Shalag US expand manufacturing operations and create additional jobs right here at home.”