Brewco Saw Systems invests $1.2M to expand sawmill equipment manufacturing facility in Kentucky
Brewco Saw Systems, a provider of sawmill equipment solutions, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Central City, Kentucky. The company, which serves the lumber industry, is investing $1.2M into the project and creating 20 full-time jobs, more than doubling its total employment in the state to 37.
The expansion will add 11,000 square feet to the company’s existing 27,000-square-foot facility, increasing the total footprint to 38,000 square feet. New equipment will include jib cranes, expanded boom crane capabilities, welding machines, air systems, benches, and approximately six new fabrication stations. A larger paint bay will also be added to accommodate new product specifications and enhance production efficiency.
To support the project, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) approved a 15-year incentive agreement under the Kentucky Business Investment program. The performance-based agreement includes up to $400K in tax incentives tied to the creation and maintenance of 20 full-time Kentucky jobs and an average hourly wage of $27.18 including benefits.
Brewco may also access resources from Kentucky’s workforce service providers, including job placement services, customized training programs, and job-training incentives.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Kevin Curran, president and CEO of Brewco Saw Systems, said, “This expansion represents the next chapter of growth for Brewco. We’ve seen strengthening demand across our product lines, and this investment allows us to build faster, better serve our customer base and grow sustainably in the heart of Kentucky. We’re proud to deepen our roots in Muhlenberg County and excited to add well-paying, high-skill jobs to the region.”
Andy Beshear, Governor of Kentucky, added, “Kentucky’s historic economic momentum in recent years is made possible by our incredible skilled workforce and great businesses that continue to believe in this great state. Our manufacturing sector has been a big part of our success, providing quality job opportunities to Kentuckians in every corner of the commonwealth. I want to thank the leaders at Brewco Saw for their vision to continue building and growing in Muhlenberg County and look forward to their continued success.”
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During her tenure, Alexis worked to develop the brand’s digital strategy and helped launch and produce Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast. She also created The Lighter Side of Manufacturing, a weekly blog that explored the inventive and sometimes humorous side of the industry.
Alexis co-founded Influential Women in Manufacturing, a recognition program that honored 49 women in its first two years, earned an industry award for Best Product Launch, and received a proclamation from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and a commendation from U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth.
She also led newsroom operations and development at a large media company where she set editorial standards, developed training curriculum, and helped support AI adoption for more than 150 editors across 80+ brands spanning manufacturing, industrial processing, automation, and more.
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