In conjunction with the Economic Development Coalition for Asheville-Buncombe County (EDC), Jacob Holm Industries, a global nonwoven manufacturer, today announced the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Candler with over $45.9 million investment in facilities and equipment. The total project could exceed $60 million when it is complete. Jacob Holm’s investment in Buncombe County will bring 66 new positions to accommodate the addition of a new product line. The project is contingent upon approval at public hearing. The company, which originally located in Buncombe County in 2005, currently employs 82 workers at the Candler production facility.
Jacob Holm Industries, founded in 1794, is headquartered globally in Basel, Switzerland. The Buncombe County facility is the headquarters for its U.S. subsidiary. Jacob Holm Industries is one of the world’s leading nonwoven corporations, offering high-quality products for the personal care, home care, hygiene, packaging and industrial markets.This additional production line is planned to start commercial production in Q1, 2015.
“Jacob Holm Industries is pleased to announce this new technology investment at our existing operation in Candler,” said Jacob Holm President, Steve Landon. “Since opening our doors in Western North Carolina back in 2005,
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