MCDP Nov-Dec 2015

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Iron Caster Gnutti Carlos USA Opens Machine Shop in Alabama On October 13, engine component

Gnutti Carlo USA, formerly known

manufacturer Gnutti Carlo USA offi - cially opened a 64,000-sq.-ft. machine shop in Jacksonville, Ala., alongside its iron casting facility. T e multi-million dollar expansion project included the closure of the company’s plant in New Jersey to consolidate operations at a single U.S. site. “We have invested here in Alabama

more than $9 million between the foundry and machine shop,” said Paolo Groff , CEO, Gnutti Carlo. “We still believe this site has signifi cant potential.” T e metalcasting facility currently

employs more than 180 people, with an additional 20-30 positions expected to be fi lled in the near future. Alabama Gov- ernor Robert Bentley toured the newly opened machine shop and delivered a speech to visitors and employees. “T is is a great plant, great compa-

ny and we’re proud to have them here in Jacksonville,” said Gov. Bentley.

Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (center, with scissors) toured the newly opened machine shop.

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Photo courtesy Gov. Bentley, governor.alabama.gov.

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