Engineered Foam Packaging unveils $31.5m expansion in South Carolina
The $31.5m expansion includes a 200,000ft² extension to EFP's current facility at 277 Browntown Road in Bishopville.
Scheduled to start operations by April 2026, the expanded facility is expected to generate 57 new job opportunities in the area.
Once operational, the expansion is anticipated to enhance the company's production capacity for advanced expanded polystyrene (EPS) and expanded polypropylene (EPP) solutions, allowing EFP to better meet the needs of its customers.
The US' Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits for the project, alongside a $750,000 grant from the Rural Infrastructure Fund to Lee County, for improving water and sewer infrastructure and site preparation.
EFP specialises in the design, prototyping, and production of protective packaging and affiliated components.
It caters to a diverse array of industries, including pharmaceuticals, food distribution, furniture, and others.
EFP president John Hoeper said: 'EFP is looking forward to the significant expansion at our Bishopville facility, where we will be adding 200,000ft² to our existing operations.
'This growth is essential in supporting the increasing demand for our high-quality solutions used in protective packaging, automotive applications, and the cold-chain industry. With this enhanced capacity, we are well-positioned to continue driving innovation and delivering exceptional products to our customers.
'The project is set to go live in April 2026, and we are excited to welcome new talent to join our expanding team. We deeply appreciate the support from the state, Lee County, and TheLINK Alliance, which will help ensure the continued success of this initiative and help to benefit the community of Lee County.'
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