Steel fabricator invests $3.2M to expand Louisiana manufacturing plant 

Steel fabricator invests $3.2M to expand Louisiana manufacturing plant 

Nov. 1, 2024
The project will add 5,600 square feet of advanced fabrication space at FSP’s facility.

Fabricated Steel Products, Inc. (FSP) has announced plans to expand its production plant in East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. The company, which specializes in steel fabrication, will invest $3.2 million into the project, creating 15 new jobs in the process. The expansion will include a robotic assembly and welding line that is anticipated to increase production by 50%. According to the company, the project will add 5,600 square feet of advanced fabrication space at FSP’s facility, and construction will be complete in 2025.

To aid the expansion, FSP received an incentives package from Louisiana Economic Development (LED) that includes the workforce development solutions of LED FastStart and a $150,000 reimbursable grant from the Economic Development Award Program for infrastructure and equipment. Additionally, FSP is eligible to participate in the state’s Industrial Tax Exemption and Quality Jobs programs. 

What people are saying

In a recent quote, FSP President Blake Tabor said, “This project underscores our commitment to leveraging the latest technology to create new jobs for our community while supporting our mission to set new benchmarks for efficiency in the steel fabrication industry.” 

LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois added, “It is gratifying to see a company that has been in operation for nearly 40 years continue to grow and thrive in Louisiana. We want to thank FSP for its commitment to Louisiana workers and its unwavering support of industry around the 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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