VFP Inc. has announced plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Scott County, Virginia. The company, which specializes in custom-designed enclosures used to protect critical infrastructure, will invest $5 million into the project, creating 50 new jobs in the process. VFP hopes the expansion will allow it to better serve the growing data center market.
What people are saying
In a recent quote, Scott File, President and CEO of VFP Inc., said, “Since relocating to Scott County over 25 years ago, VFP has experienced continued growth across all market sectors. VFP attributes this success to the loyalty and talent of our employee-owners who share the common goal of supplying industry leading, quality products and services to our valued customers. VFP is grateful to be in Scott County with an available workforce and local talent who can meet our vast manufacturing needs. We owe special thanks for the continued support and assistance received over the years from local, regional, and state agencies.”
Governor Glenn Youngkin added, “The success of long-term corporate partners like VFP Inc. is a prime example of what can be accomplished in Virginia. Virginia’s robust data center industry relies on manufacturers like VFP, and those synergies have created a robust ecosystem of partners and suppliers.”
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