Manufacturing and Supply Chain Report for July 15, 2020

Nephron investing $215.8 million in expansion

The expansion will add vaccine production and office space, along with a warehouse, to the pharmaceutical company’s Lexington County operations. It is expected to be completed early next year and to create 380 jobs. (Columbia Regional Business Report)

MLILY USA expanding Winnsboro mattress factory

The expansion is expected to create 65 jobs and increase production at the 650,000-square-foot facility by more than 4,000 units a day. The additional jobs will bring the factory to full employment with 250 workers. (Columbia Regional Business Report)

Mauldin Duke's plant closes temporarily after employees positive for COVID-19

The Duke’s Mayonnaise plant in Mauldin closed for a period of deep cleaning and mandatory testing after employees tested positive for COVID-19. (GSA Business Report)

Construction continues on Clemson Road

Motorists can expect traffic pattern shifts during the next several weeks as crews work to widen Clemson Road from two lanes to five. The project, begun last year, is about 75% complete. (Columbia Regional Business Report)

Marabu N.A. introduces new antimicrobial coating technology

Marabu North America has released Mara Ban CS, a brand-new antimicrobial additive for a variety of coating applications. Mara Ban CS is used in a variety of applications, including signage, protective shields and wall coverings in health care facilities, schools, grocery stores, restaurants, museums, sports centers and public transportation. (CRBJ Biz Wire)

Ingevity awards $10,000 in scholarships to five high school seniors

Ingevity recently awarded $2,000 college scholarships to five high school seniors in North Charleston. Scholarships were awarded to students who demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities and a commitment to making a positive impact in their school and community. (CRBJ Biz Wire)