Alloy manufacturer invests $110 million to open first U.S. production plant in Texas 

Alloy manufacturer invests $110 million to open first U.S. production plant in Texas 

Sept. 5, 2024
The plant is expected to be operational in 2026 and produce 6,000 tons of special alloys annually. 

SeAH Superalloy Technologies has announced plans to open a high-performance metal manufacturing facility in Temple, Texas. The manufacturing company, which focuses on special alloys and was incorporated by SeAH Changwon Integrated Special Steel (SeAH CSS), will invest $110 million into the project, generating 100 new jobs for the surrounding area. The plant, which will be the South Korean company’s first U.S. facility, is expected to be operational in 2026 and produce 6,000 tons of special alloys annually. 

What people are saying

In a recent quote, Junghoon "Jay" Lee, CEO of SeAH Changwon Integrated Special Steel, said, "We are excited to establish our new facility in Temple, Texas. This strategic location will enable us to better serve our North American customers and expand our global footprint. We look forward to becoming an integral part of the Temple community and contributing to its economic growth." 

Governor Greg Abbott added, "Texas is the premier destination for business growth, which is why companies from across the globe continue to choose our state to expand their operations. SeAH Group's $110 million investment in Temple is a testament to the unique and unmatched business opportunities the Lone Star State has to offer businesses. I look forward to welcoming SeAH group's new manufacturing facility to Texas and continuing to work with them to bring even more investments and jobs to our state." 

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About the Author

Alexis Gajewski | Senior Content Strategist

Alexis Gajewski has over 15 years of experience in the maintenance, reliability, operations, and manufacturing space. She joined Plant Services in 2008 and works to bring readers the news, insight, and information they need to make the right decisions for their plants. Alexis also authors “The Lighter Side of Manufacturing,” a blog that highlights the fun and innovative advances in the industrial sector. 

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