Morin, metal architecture manufacturer, opens new $15 million Arkansas factory

Morin Corporation, a company that produces metal roof and wall systems, opened a new factory in Little Rock, Arkansas October 23. According to local news, the site cost $15 million and will initially create 25 jobs.

Company officials told THV11 of Central Arkansas that the new factory will use highly automated processes and new equipment. The Connecticut-based company produces architectural metal products, including heavy gauge, single skin metal wall and metal roof systems.

In a statement, Morin President Ilhan Eser said the placement of the new plant would strategically place it in the middle of the country, improving customer service.

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"The opening of our Little Rock facility marks a pivotal moment for Morin and the architectural metal industry,” said Ilhan Eser, Morin President. “This plant is more than a building; it is the embodiment of our forward-thinking vision. By strategically positioning the most advanced roll-forming technology in the heart of the country, we are not only enhancing our service to customers but also setting a new benchmark for sustainable manufacturing. We are proud to invest in this community, create skilled jobs, and build a future in Arkansas that is innovative, efficient, and environmentally responsible."

“Morin’s investment in Arkansas marks a major milestone in Arkansas’ growth as a hub for manufacturing and innovation,” said Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders. “This year, I signed a legislative package called IMPACT that puts the state at the forefront of economic growth by cutting red tape, investing in our workforce, and making Arkansas the best place in the nation to do business. I’m proud to welcome Morin to Little Rock and look forward to the opportunities their expansion will create for our communities.”

“At the core of our economic development strategy is taking care of companies that have already invested in the metro Little Rock region, while also leveraging those relationships to recruit complementary businesses,” said Jay Chesshir, CEO of the Little Rock Regional Chamber. “We are thrilled to welcome another brand within the Kingspan Group to Little Rock and are grateful for the opportunities this will create for 25 families in our region.”

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