- A $1.2 Million Investment, Creating 20 New Jobs
- Expansion comes in response to ongoing and expected company growth
Gov. Andy Beshear announced continued investment and job growth in the state’s manufacturing sector as Curran Mill Machinery, doing business as Brewco Saw Systems, will expand its current operation in Muhlenberg County with a $1.2 million investment, creating 20 new, quality jobs, more than doubling the company’s total Kentucky employment to 37.
“Kentucky’s historic economic momentum in recent years is made possible by our incredible skilled workforce and great businesses that continue to believe in this great state,” said Gov. Beshear. “Our manufacturing sector has been a big part of our success, providing quality job opportunities to Kentuckians in every corner of the commonwealth. I want to thank the leaders at Brewco Saw for their vision to continue building and growing in Muhlenberg County and look forward to their continued success.”
The expansion will allow Brewco to add 11,000 square feet to the current manufacturing facility and bring the new operational space to 38,000 square feet. The additional space will allow for new equipment, including jib cranes, the expansion of the company’s current boom crane, welding machines, air systems, benches and approximately six new fabrication stations. A new, larger paint bay will also be added to meet the specifications of new products.
“This expansion represents the next chapter of growth for Brewco,” said Kevin Curran, president and CEO of the company. “We’ve seen strengthening demand across our product lines, and this investment allows us to build faster, better serve our customer base and grow sustainably in the heart of Kentucky. We’re proud to deepen our roots in Muhlenberg County and excited to add well-paying, high-skill jobs to the region.”
Brewco has been in business for 35 years, providing high-quality, end-to-end sawmill solutions to the lumber industry. The company’s full range of sawmill equipment serves customers in the wine barrel, railroad tie, pallet and residential-grade lumber markets.
Muhlenberg County Judge/Executive Mack McGehee noted the important role the company plays in the local economy: “We appreciate and support the effort of Brewco Saw, which has acquired a locally established manufacturing facility with the vision to expand into a thriving business. Their business is vital to the economic health of our community by providing jobs and income to residents. Brewco is boosting our economy with the influx of wealth from other places, as they are a national company. Now we are celebrating their effort to expand local business in Muhlenberg County.”
Central City Mayor Tony Armour is excited to see the company grow within the community: “We’re thrilled to see Brewco expanding right here in Central City. We’re proud to support their business and investment in Muhlenberg County’s future.”
Ray Hagerman, executive director of Muhlenberg Economic Growth Alliance, highlighted the skilled workforce of the community that helped make this project possible: “We are excited to see the growth of Brewco, which showcases the opportunities available and the skilled workforce in Muhlenberg County. We are thankful for the new jobs and their continued success here in our community.”
For more information on Brewco Saw Systems, visit brewcosaw.com.
A detailed community profile for Muhlenberg County can be viewed here.
