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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Wilsonart, a world-leading engineered surfaces company, announced that production is officially underway at its new manufacturing facility in Klamath Falls, Ore. Since breaking ground one year ago, the plant is now operational, and the company is already making a positive impact on the local economy and community.
Read MoreSALEM, Ore. - The region posted strong monthly employment gains in July, exceeding seasonal expectations. Despite these gains, unemployment levels were little changed.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Wilsonart announces the appointment of Rebecca Armstrong as plant manager of its new facility in Klamath Falls, Ore. In this role, Armstrong will oversee plant operations including production of Thermally Fused Laminate (TFL) and ensuring the operation meets or exceeds safety, quality, customer and cost requirements.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Klamath Community College is pleased to announce the college has been awarded a $320,000 grant to integrate advanced manufacturing and cybersecurity education pathways and course outcomes.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Today, Wilsonart Engineered Services announced they would be opening a new manufacturing facility in Klamath Falls. Headquartered in Temple, Texas, Wilsonart is a global manufacturer and distributor of High-Pressure Laminates and other engineered composite materials, used in furniture, office/retail space, countertops, worktops and more.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security recently designated the wood products industry an “essential critical infrastructure workforce” as part of the nation’s response to the Coronavirus (COVID‐19) pandemic.
Read MoreOregon’s unemployment rate declined to 3.3 percent in January, the lowest on comparable records dating back to 1976. The December unemployment rate was revised downward to 3.4 percent. The U.S. unemployment rate was 3.6 percent in January.
Read MoreThe U.S. economic expansion turned 10 years old this summer, making it the longest expansion in recorded history. Locally, Oregon continues to add jobs and our unemployment rate remains at or near record lows. In addition, incomes are rising and initial claims for unemployment insurance (a measure of layoffs) are down. All told, the state’s economy continues to hit the sweet spot.
Read MoreKlamath Falls, OR – Today, American Garden Perlite (AGP), announced that they purchased the former Masco building, previously occupied by the Aqua Glass Corporation (a past division of Masco) to set up new operations. Since the previous manufacturer’s departure from the facility, the over 200,000 sq.ft. building has been vacant for nearly 6 years up until today’s announcement.
Read MoreWASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative Greg Walden (R-Hood River) today [9/26/18] highlighted the historic revival of America’s manufacturing sector as a result of economic policies he has helped pass into law this Congress. Citing the landmark tax cuts for middle class families and businesses that were signed into law in December, and record setting regulatory relief, Walden today said American workers are witnessing the strongest economy in decades.
Read MoreJELD-WEN Holding, Inc. announced a leadership transition with Chairman of the Board, Kirk S. Hachigian, assuming the duties of CEO on an interim basis; announced an agreement to acquire American Building Supply, Inc. (“ABS”); announced the acquisition of A&L Windows Pty Ltd (“A&L”); and updated its outlook for first quarter and full year 2018 for the impact of the A&L acquisition.
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