GE To Invest $7.4 Million In West Burlington, IA, Manufacturing Facility
The company will begin to manufacture a new line of medium-voltage switchgear and add 120 jobs.
Further solidifying its commitment to expanding and enhancing its electrical distribution equipment capabilities and offerings, GE’s Industrial Solutions business has announced it is investing $7.4 million in its West Burlington, IA, manufacturing facility and creating 120 new jobs. The investment will be used to expand GE’s medium-voltage product development and production in North America. The announcement was made today at an on-site ceremony for GE employees and state and local government officials.
“This year, we have focused our efforts and investments on revitalizing our medium-voltage portfolio and establishing reliable, efficient solutions to help our customers better protect and control electrical equipment in their commercial, industrial and utility applications,” said Stephanie Mains, CEO of GE’s Industrial Solutions business. “This latest investment in our West Burlington facility enables us to enhance our manufacturing center of excellence and to better serve our global customers.”