Bristol’s Electro-Mechanical to expand operations with $16 million investment

Bristol, Virginia based Electro-Mechanical has acquired a 200,000 square foot facility off Industrial Park Road to expand their operations.

Governor Youngkin was among the local and state leaders on hand to announce the company’s $16.5 million investment that will create 109 new jobs.

Electro-Mechanical CEO Howard Broadfoot said he evaluated multiple sites but the positive appeal of the Bristol facility and closed the transaction.

“We have experienced tremendous growth in our business over the past several years and this additional manufacturing capacity will allow us to better serve our customers for years to come,” said Broadfoot. “After evaluating multiple locations for this expansion, the overwhelmingly positive responsive from VEDP, Washington County, and the Governor’s office helped reaffirm our decision to expand in the Commonwealth of Virginia. We believe this decision best supports our coworkers, customers, and shareholders.”

“Supporting our existing businesses is essential to successful economic development,” said Senator Todd Pillion. “We are proud of the legacy Electro-Mechanical has built in Southwest Virginia and their commitment to expanding operations here at home–further demonstrating our region’s ability to compete for manufacturing jobs and play a role in the energy market.”

“Electro-Mechanical has been a mainstay in Southwest Virginia for decades,” said Delegate Israel O’Quinn. “By choosing to expand their manufacturing business in our region, they’re committing to being here for decades to come. They have been wonderful corporate citizens, and we’re excited about their renewed investment in our people and our area.”

(GRAPHIC: Electro-Mechanical, LLC / Official Facebook)