EFC announces $210 million manufacturing facility to support semiconductor production in Texas 

EFC announces $210 million manufacturing facility to support semiconductor production in Texas 

Sept. 25, 2024
The project is expected to generate 120 new jobs for the surrounding area. 

EFC Gases & Advanced Materials has announced plans to open a new manufacturing facility in McGregor, Texas. The company, which supplies electronic and specialty gases to various industries, will invest $210 million into the project, with infrastructure improvements made possible by the City of McGregor. According to EFC, the new plant will feature chemical synthesis operations for electronic gases and deposition precursors, specialty gas transfill facilities, a central laboratory, and a logistics hub. The project is expected to generate 120 new jobs for the surrounding area. 

What people are saying

In a recent quote, Pavel A. Perlov, President and CEO of EFC, said, "As an integral part of the semiconductor supply chain, we at EFC Gases & Advanced Materials are excited to collaborate with the City of McGregor and deeply value their support during the early stages of this project. The new facility will play a crucial role in onshoring essential materials for semiconductor fabs, aligning seamlessly with Texas' thriving semiconductor industry." 

Tommy Arndt, Executive VP of Operations at EFC, added, "The collaborative efforts of the City of McGregor, McLennan County, the State of Texas, and various regional economic development organizations present exceptional partnership opportunities. The support from McGregor, McLennan County, and the State of Texas has been tremendous, and we look forward to further exploring these potential partnerships." 

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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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