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Pixelle Specialty Solutions Announces Expansion in Chillicothe
Pixelle Chillicothe to Restart Ideal Paper Machine #24
Company Name: Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC
Location: Chillicothe
Site Region: Southeast
Industry Sector: Advanced Manufacturing
Company Profile: As the largest and fastest-growing manufacturer of specialty papers in North America, Pixelle Specialty Solutions® offers a comprehensive portfolio of products that make life look better every day.
Company Website: https://www.pixelle.com/
Project Summary:
Type of Project: Expansion
Jobs:
- Jobs committed: 52
- Jobs retained: 993
Capital Investment: $11,847,833
Timetable: Pixelle has begun the hiring process and will continue into 2023. In addition, the #24 paper machine is expected to be running sometime in early 2023.
Company Need:
The North American uncoated free sheet market is undersupplied due to competitor capacity conversions to packaging grades and current economic and supply chain conditions. This presents an opportunity for Pixelle to capture underserved market demand by upgrading and repairing its #24 machine, adding efficiency, and a competitive advantage.
Testimonial:
Why Ohio?
Pixelle selected Ohio because of the favorable cost of doing business and its high-quality workforce.
Collaborators:
JobsOhio, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, Greater Chillicothe & Ross County Development