News Summary
Eaton has announced a $100 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Nacogdoches, Texas, set to create 218 new jobs and significantly boost the local economy. The expansion will add 200,000 square feet to the facility, doubling production capacity for voltage regulators and three-phase transformers, crucial for meeting the rising demand for electrical solutions. This project emphasizes Eaton’s commitment to strengthening its U.S. manufacturing footprint, collaboration with local utilities, and enhancing energy infrastructure.
Nacogdoches, Texas: Eaton Expands Manufacturing Facility, Creates 218 Jobs
Eaton, a global power management company, has announced the successful completion of a $100 million expansion of its manufacturing facility located in Nacogdoches, Texas. This significant upgrade to the existing site adds 200,000 square feet to the facility and is poised to more than double the company’s manufacturing capacity for voltage regulators and three-phase transformers.
The expansion is a crucial response to the growing global demand for electrical solutions that facilitate grid modernization. As utilities across the country face increasing pressures to enhance their energy infrastructure, Eaton’s new production lines are set to play a vital role in supporting the transition to more reliable, resilient, and secure energy systems.
As a result of this investment, the company will be creating 218 new jobs, with each position offering an average salary of $67,000 per year. This job creation is expected to provide a substantial boost to the local economy in Nacogdoches County, where city officials have already approved various incentives to support Eaton’s expansion project.
Impact on Local Economy and Infrastructure
The new jobs created by this expansion will contribute significantly to the local job market. With Nacogdoches County and city officials actively supporting the effort, Eaton aims to enhance its manufacturing presence in the region while retaining its longstanding ties to its headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where the company’s electrical sector headquarters and innovation center are located.
Eaton’s current expansion project is set to break ground in October 2023, and it is expected to ensure that the company meets its commitments to advancing electrification, energy transition, and digitalization within North America. Since 2023, Eaton has invested over $1 billion in manufacturing across the continent to foster advancements in these vital sectors.
Collaboration with Texas Utilities
Among the first beneficiaries of the newly enhanced production lines will be Oncor, Texas’ largest energy delivery company, which is slated to receive the initial shipments of voltage regulators produced at the expanded facility. This partnership exemplifies the enduring collaboration that exists between Eaton and local utilities in addressing the electric infrastructure needs of the region and beyond.
Company Background
Founded in 1911, Eaton serves customers across more than 160 countries and is a recognized leader in power management solutions. With reported revenues nearing $25 billion for the fiscal year 2024, Eaton is well-positioned to continue supporting industries with energy efficiency and reliability.
This expansion not only reinforces Eaton’s manufacturing capabilities but also highlights the company’s strategy to strengthen its national footprint in line with the evolving needs for energy solutions amid a rapidly changing global landscape.
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