| GFS announces major investment in Wisconsin facility |
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| Monday, 12 September 2011 08:16 |
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Osseo, Wisconsin -- September 12, 2011 -- Global Finishing Solutions has announced a $10 million dollar investment in its facilities at the Osseo, Wisconsin corporate offices. GFS says this expansion is based upon supporting ongoing growth and increasing demand for the company's products. The investment will be utilized for expansion of manufacturing facilities, offices, and the addition of new equipment and machinery within the manufacturing areas. "It's a very positive move for us," says Rick Binder, President of GFS. "This investment allows us to consolidate manufacturing operations resulting in a significantly higher level of production efficiency, quality, and improve our ability to provide exceptional service to all of our customers." For more information, please contact GFS at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or at 1-800-848-8738. |
| Last Updated on Monday, 12 September 2011 09:14 |
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