Trending Manufacturing News In Florida and Georgia
Laser Photonics Closes Acquisition of Beamer Laser Marking Systems
This week Orlando-based Laser Photonics Corporation (LPC), a leader in industrial laser systems for cleaning and other material processing applications, announced the successful acquisition of Beamer Laser Marking Systems.
According to the official press release, the operations of Lake Mary-based Beamer are now fully integrated with LPC. In addition to the Lake Mary headquarters, Beamer has a manufacturing plant in Orlando and a large distribution network including 19 authorized dealer location with 80 reps across the U.S. and Mexico.
Laser Photonics is a vertically integrated manufacturer and R&D Center of Excellence for industrial laser technologies and complex laser systems ranging from cleaning and cutting to marking and engraving.
Currently, world-renowned and Fortune 1000 manufacturers in the aviation, aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, maritime, nuclear and space exploration industries are using Laser Photonics’ “unique-to-industry” systems.
For more information, visit laserphotonics.com.
Korea's JS Link Investing $223 Million in Georgia Rare Earth Magnet Plant
JS Link America, the U.S. subsidiary of Korea’s JS Link, has announced plans to invest $223 million to establish a new rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Columbus, Georgia.
JS Link is a manufacturer of high-performance sintered permanent magnets, utilizing rare earth materials sourced and processed from trusted partners in Western and allied countries, including the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom.
The Governor’s Office shared the good news in an official press release noting that the Korean investment would also create over 500 new high-skill, high-paying jobs for the people of Muscogee County.
“JS Link America strengthens Georgia’s role in securing the U.S. supply chain in industries such as aerospace, mobility, and energy. We are excited for the continued growth of manufacturing in west Georgia.” – Gov. Brian Kemp
JS Link America Inc.’s new manufacturing facility will be located at the Muscogee Technology Park in Columbus. The 130,000-square-foot facility is predicted to have an annual production capacity of 3,000 tons.
Operations are expected to begin in late 2027. The company will be hiring for engineering, production, construction, administrative, and management roles.
Interested individuals can learn more at en.jslink.co.kr.
.decimal Cancer Therapy Devices Saving Lives Nationwide
A Central Florida manufacturing business is in the spotlight for their 36-year track record making life changing devices including a wide variety of custom radiation therapy devices for patients battling cancer.
Spectrum News’ Keith Landry recently toured the manufacturing facility of Sanford -based .decimal which has produced and shipped over half a million devices to cancer treatment facilities across the United States. The company’s website notes that .decimal has served over 140,000 patients at 949 cancer treatment clinics nationwide.
In addition to being a life-saving device manufacturer, .decimal is also a software development company specializing in radiation oncology planning, dose-based device design, and CT- based range comp QA.
Over the years, .decimal has supported cancer research working with such prestigious institutions as Massachusetts General Hospital, LSU/Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, University of Florida, and the University of Central Florida.
To learn more, visit dotdecimal.com.
Japan's TOTO Opens $224 Million Luxury Toilet Production Facility
TOTO, one of the world’s largest bathroom fixtures and fittings manufacturers, has opened a $224-million, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Morrow, Georgia, capable of producing approximately 300,000 high-end, one-piece toilets per year. The plant created approximately 420 new jobs for Morrow and Clayton County residents.
The three-story, 363,000-square-foot facility which commenced construction in June 2023 is now fully operational, and the company believes the new plant will drive a 150% boost in TOTO’s U.S. luxury toilet output.
According to the official press release, luxury one-piece toilets are a strategic product for the Americas market.Previously sourced primarily from TOTO Global Group plants in Asia, they often faced extended lead times. Localized production now ensures timely delivery, strengthens TOTO’s North American supply chain, and supports the company’s growth strategy across the Americas.
TOTO USA CEO Taro Muroi says the grand opening in Georgia is another milestone in the company’s long history of investment and production on American soil:
“This is more than a factory opening—it’s the next chapter in our U.S. manufacturing story. Since we began production here in 1991, we’ve united TOTO’s manufacturing expertise, innovative technology, local craftsmanship, and commitment to sustainability to deliver premium products made in America.”
For more information, visit totousa.com.
Drone Manufacturer Announces U.S. Expansion In Multiple Locations
Draganfly, a leading developer of drone solutions and systems, has announced the expansion of manufacturing across “multiple locations” in the United States.
Draganfly is based in Saskatchewan, Canada but opened a strategic U.S. facility in Tampa earlier this year. The Canadian headquarters serves as a primary hub for the company’s operations, while the Tampa facility strengthens Draganfly’s presence in the world’s most important market.
“U.S. leadership is signaling a clear and necessary shift in how this critical technology is procured and deployed. By expanding our U.S. manufacturing footprint, we’re not only improving how quickly we can deliver for customers—we’re also contributing to a more agile, secure, and self-reliant drone ecosystem.” – Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly
Draganfly is a pioneer in drone solutions, AI-driven software, and robotics. Founded in 1998, Draganfly has been at the forefront of drone technology, providing solutions for public safety, agriculture, industrial inspections, security, mapping, and surveying.
For more information, visit draganfly.com.
Belgium's stow Group To Invest $36 Million in Georgia Manufacturing Plant
stow Group, a leading industrial storage and automation solutions company, has announced plans to invest $36 million to establish a manufacturing presence in Gordon County, Georgia.
The Belgium-based company manufactures industrial racking systems and develops customized warehouse and storage solutions. The company is currently expanding into the U.S. and serves clients in logistics, food and beverage, life sciences, and other industries.
Michael Morgenroth, Plant Manager for the new stow manufacturing facility in Georgia says that training is already underway at the Gordon County plant which will create approximately 200 new jobs.
“I am very excited to ramp up a highly automated production plant with the latest technologies in rack manufacturing. Together with the State of Georgia and Gordon County, we are already working on training plans. We believe this will offer great career development opportunities for anyone in the local workforce who is interested in steel manufacturing.” – Michael Morgenroth, stow Georgia Plant Manager
stow’s new manufacturing operations will comprise 240,000 square feet of an existing building along Highway 41 near Adairsville. Operations are expected to begin in 2026.
The company will be hiring for production roles related to profiling, stamping, welding, powder coating, automation, and assembly as well as logistics, administrative, and management roles.
To learn more, visit stow-group.com.
Sawgrass Nutra Labs Expands Florida Manufacturing Presence
Sawgrass Nutra Labs, a leading supplement contract manufacturer, has announced the completion of a new 40,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Jacksonville.
According to the company’s website, the new Sawgrass Nutra Labs facility in Southpoint adjacent to I-95 can handle capsule, liquid and powder supplement orders in both small batch and high volume production.
In addition the being cGMP-certified by Eurofins, the new plant features a variety of specialized equipment including:
- Encapsulation Machines for precise capsule production
- Twin-shell V-blenders for uniform and precise mixing
- An automated bottling and packaging line for seamless production flow
- Metal detection systems to ensure product purity and safety
For more information, visit sawgrassnutralabs.com
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