Cerrowire reports plans to build a new plant to manufacture metal-clad cable

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Cerrowire Expands in Hartselle with $100 Million Metal-Clad Cable Plant

Theย Cerrowire Hartselle metal-clad cable plantย represents the companyโ€™s next major step in American manufacturing.ย Cerrowire, a leading U.S. producer of copper building wire, is investingย over $100 millionย to construct aย 270,000-square-foot facilityย inย Hartselle, Alabama. This advanced plant will produceย metal-clad (M-C) cable, also known asย armored cable, to meet rising demand in commercial, residential, and industrial construction.

Cerrowire Hartselle Metal-Clad Cable Plant Marks 100 Years of Growth

Founded in 1921,ย Cerrowireย celebrates its 100th anniversary with this groundbreaking project. The new facility in theย Morgan Center Business Parkย will feature state-of-the-art automation and precision equipment. These upgrades will improve production speed, enhance quality control, and strengthen Cerrowireโ€™s century-long commitment to reliability and innovation.

Driving Economic Growth and Job Creation in Hartselle

Theย Cerrowire Hartselle metal-clad cable plantย will generateย over 130 new jobs, providing a significant boost to the local economy. According toย Cerrowire President Stewart Smallwood, Hartselle offers a strategic location that supports both workforce development and logistics efficiency. He credited theย State of Alabama,ย Morgan County, theย Tennessee Valley Authority, and theย City of Hartselleย for their support in making the project possible.

โ€œWeโ€™re excited for Hartselle to play a key role in our expansion,โ€ said Smallwood. โ€œThis plant reflects our growth, our people, and our continued investment in U.S. manufacturing.โ€

Expanding Cerrowireโ€™s Product Portfolio

By adding metal-clad cable to its product lineup, Cerrowire strengthens its position in the growing building wire market. The companyโ€™s broad experience in copper wire manufacturing ensures dependable quality while meeting the industryโ€™s need for innovative, cost-effective electrical solutions.

Building on Local Success and Long-Term Commitment

The new M-C cable plant will be Cerrowireโ€™sย second facility in Hartselle. Itsย existing Thompson Road plant, employing more thanย 300 team members, continues to thrive and expand. Together, these locations will power Cerrowireโ€™s U.S. production growth while further supporting Alabamaโ€™s manufacturing strength.

For updates, visit theย Cerrowire websiteย or learn more about theย Morgan Center Business Park.

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