Keel Holdings Expands Facilities with $34.5M Investment
Slice of Manufacturing Team
Nov 11, 2024
Key Highlights:
- $34.5 million investment in Alma and Merrill, Michigan facilities.
- New machinery and technology include Ursviken 4,400-ton press brake and high-speed 5-axis machining centers.
- Merrill Institute offers hands-on welding training and CNC apprenticeship for workforce development.
Source: Business Wire
Quotes
“ “Our Alma facility has long been at the forefront of welding innovation. These new additions allow us to increase our throughput and continue delivering the high-quality products our customers expect.” ”
Brian Englehardt, Alma Plant Manager at Keel Holdings
Our Take:
Keel Holdings' $34.5 million investment reflects a strategic commitment to enhancing its manufacturing capabilities and workforce development. By equipping its Alma and Merrill facilities with advanced machinery like the Ursviken 4,400-ton press brake and FPT Dinomax centers, Keel positions itself for growth in handling complex projects with higher precision. The expansion of the Merrill facility and emphasis on skill-building through the Merrill Institute and CNC training program underscore Keel’s dedication to sustaining leadership in the defense and manufacturing sectors.
