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Sullair Corporation, a business unit of Hamilton Sundstrand, a United Technologies company (NYSE: UTX), announced today that it will invest in its global headquarters here, creating up to 113 new jobs by 2015.
The company manufactures stationary and portable air compressors, compressed air treatment equipment, vacuum systems and air tools for the mining, construction, industrial, manufacturing and energy sectors.
Sullair expects to invest up to $12.7 million to purchase new equipment and make energy efficiency upgrades at its 410,000-square-foot LaPorte County facility.
"Sullair has called Indiana home for decades and we are pleased that they are continuing to invest in our state," said Governor Mitch Daniels. "By maintaining one of the best business climates in the nation, Indiana is able to attract and retain companies like Sullair and we look forward to many more years of success from this global leader."
Established in 1965, Sullair is headquartered in Michigan City with manufacturing facilities in China, Australia and the United States. The company has already begun hiring new production associates.
"We expect to see increasing demand in our developed markets as the worldwide economy shakes off the lingering effects of the recent recession," said Henry Brooks, president of Sullair. "Investing in our U.S. sites will help us meet that demand while providing resources for technological research."
Sullair's parent company, United Technologies, employs thousands of Indiana workers at its operations in Huntington, Bloomington, Indianapolis and Michigan City. The company's Employee Scholar Program has helped 1,175 Indiana employees, including 144 local Sullair associates, earn college degrees.
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Sullair Corporation up to $800,000 in performance-based tax credits and $75,000 in training grants based on the company's job creation plans. Michigan City is providing enterprise zone investment deductions through the Urban Enterprise Association and developing training programs.
"Sullair is one of Michigan City's premier employers so we are proud they have selected their headquarters in our community in which to make this investment," said Michigan City Mayor Chuck Oberlie.
Sullair's announcement comes just a few days after Stant, a manufacturer of engineered vapor management, fuel delivery and thermal management systems and components, announced it will expand its Connersville headquarters. The company projects to invest $6.35 million and create up to 59 new jobs by 2013 as part of the project.
About Sullair Corporation
Sullair Corp. is recognized globally as a leading stationary air compressor, compressed air treatment equipment, vacuum system, portable compressor and air tool manufacturer. Sullair Corp. is a Hamilton Sundstrand Industrial business. Hamilton Sundstrand is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).
About IEDC
Created by Governor Mitch Daniels in 2005 to replace the former Department of Commerce, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation is governed by a 12-member board chaired by Governor Daniels. Mitch Roob serves as the chief executive officer of the IEDC. For more information about IEDC, visit www.iedc.in.gov.
