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Suminoe Textile Expanding S.C. Plant

Maker of seat coverings, flooring and throw mats for automotive manufacturers is investing $6.5 million to expand its South Carolina operations and will create 50 new jobs.

Jan 22, 2010

GAFFNEY, S.C. (AP) -- A textile company plans to expand its operations and will create 50 new jobs in northern South Carolina.

The Herald-Journal of Spartanburg reported that Suminoe Textile of America said Thursday it will invest $6.5 million to expand its operations in Cherokee County.

The company says it will convert an existing building into a carpet facility. The company makes seat coverings, flooring and throw mats for automotive manufacturers.

Hiring is expected to begin late next month.

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