Manufacturing and Supply Chain Report for July 29, 2020

Michelin distribution hub to export tires through Inland Port Greer

Michelin will expand its use of Inland Port Greer by exporting finished tires from its 3 million-square-foot distribution center in Woodruff — the tiremaker's largest distribution center serving about 60% of its North American customers. (GSA Business Report)

Manufacturer investing $3.8M in Greenwood plant

Monti Inc., an industrial manufacturer, fabricator, powder coater, and specialized processor of electrical distribution components, plans to add a second location to its Greenwood County operations. (GSA Business Report)

IFA expansion completed in Summerville

The expansion more than doubles IFA’s original operation at the Charleston Trade Center and will allow the company, which makes driveshafts for automotive manufacturers, to consolidate operations from a second facility in Ladson. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)

Milliken expands domestic production of medical fabric

Following continued rising demand for reusable fabric for medical gowns since March, the textile company plans to prioritize domestic production in the months to come. (GSA Business Report)

Graham introduces legislation aimed at onshoring PPE

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., and two other senators have introduced a bill they say will bring production of certain personal protective equipment critical to health care to U.S. factories. The senators said uncertainty over future market conditions has made American companies reluctant to commit to long-term investments in domestic production of the equipment. (GSA Business Report)

Hire Dynamics using drive-thru job fairs for pandemic hiring

As manufacturers across the Upstate are hiring, human resources firm Hire Dynamics is using drive-thru job fairs to find and hire candidates. The company sees potential in this type of hiring event during the COVID-19 pandemic. (GSA Business Report)

Former SCANA COO pleads guilty to federal charges

Stephen Byrne pleaded guilty Thursday to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud. A plea agreement includes at least $4 billion in S.C. ratepayer relief to be provided by Dominion Energy “over time,” according to the U.S. attorney. (Columbia Regional Business Report)

Michelin, community leaders prepare for reopened schools

Michelin is bringing together business and political leaders to encourage mask wearing and other safety measures. The tiremaker also announced a donation of 50,000 masks to communities across the state. (GSA Business Report)