Manufacturing and Supply Chain Report for Feb. 24, 2021

BMW begins work on $20 million training center

Through a $20 million investment, BMW Manufacturing wants its future workforce to think outside of the box — and the classroom. BMW broke ground on a 67,000-square-foot training center on its campus as part of a five-year $200 million investment into its workforce. (GSA Business Report)

Ridgeville manufacturer invests in AMI Group

Showa Denko, a graphite electrodes manufacturer in Dorchester County, purchased a 50% stake in a company focused on industrial systems and meltshop work. Both companies serve some of the same customers and plan to operate independently. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Life sciences lauded as state's fastest-growing industry

S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster proclaimed Feb. 15-19 South Carolina Life Sciences Week in recognition of the industry’s $12 billion economic impact. The announcement came during SCBIO’s national conference. (Columbia Regional Business Report)

Vaccine supplier starts Upstate production in May

Pall Corp. is as comfortable weaving filters for ventilators and submarines for the Department of Defense as it is with making stabilization systems for breweries. Now, the company will be expanding its biopharma line at its Spartanburg facility starting May 2021. (GSA Business Report)

Lowcountry companies recycle mattresses, resell parts

Two companies are working together to create a convenient way for residents to recycle mattresses. The products are dismantled and parts are sold to local companies to use for scrap metal, carpet padding, wood projects and more.
(Charleston Regional Business Journal)