Valbruna Slater Stainless Expanding in Indiana
11/24/2014 - Valbruna Slater Stainless Inc., a stainless steel and nickel alloy manufacturer, announced plans to expand its operations in Fort Wayne, Ind., creating up to 45 new jobs by 2017.
The company, which is a subsidiary of Vicenza, Italy-based Acciaierie Valbruna, will invest US$30.5 million to renovate and equip its Fort Wayne facilities, constructing a 166,000 square-foot addition. The expanded facility, which will be fully operational by late next year, will allow the company to increase its production capacity to meet growing demand in the U.S. for stainless steel and nickel alloy.
“Indiana’s ability to attract and bolster manufacturing investment reinforces the Hoosier State’s global reputation as a bedrock for business growth,” said Victor Smith, Indiana Secretary of Commerce. “Valbruna Slater Stainless knows there is a world of options when it comes to where to expand, and it chose Indiana. With our strong workforce and low tax climate, the Hoosier State proves to be a state that works for manufacturing.”
Valbruna Slater Stainless, which currently employs approximately 105 full-time Indiana associates, has already begun hiring for general production, industrial maintenance, machining, engineering, business administration, marketing and material science positions. Interested applicants may apply directly with the company or through Peoplelink Staffing and Express Employment Professionals.
“We chose to continue investing in Indiana because Fort Wayne is strategically positioned in the Midwest that represents about 35 percent of the U.S. market, and it is well-served with proper infrastructure,” said Massimo Amenduni, managing director at Acciaierie Valbruna. “Moreover, we have access to a vast pool of skilled labor, a factor that is paramount in today’s competitive market. Last but not least, the business environment in Fort Wayne in particular, and in Indiana more in general, is conducive to growth as our recent history is clearly indicating.”
Founded in 2004, Valbruna Slater Stainless is a producer of stainless steel and nickel alloy bars available in a variety of different shapes, which are sold to companies in industries including aerospace, automotive and industrial equipment manufacturers, as well as companies in power generation, chemical processing, construction and the biomedical industry.
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Valbruna Slater Stainless, Inc. up to US$450,000 in conditional tax credits and up to $150,000 in training grants based on the company's job creation plans. These tax credits are performance-based, meaning until Hoosiers are hired, the company is not eligible to claim incentives. Allen County will consider additional incentives at the request of Greater Fort Wayne, Inc.
“Fort Wayne continues to be a leader in economic development, business growth, job retention, and new jobs,” said Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry. “Valbruna Slater Stainless is a valuable partner in our efforts to be a City that invests in the future. Our community is on the move in a positive direction with unprecedented momentum.”
According to the American Iron and Steel Institute, Indiana has topped the nation in steel production every year since 1980. The Great Lakes region of Indiana and the Chicago area produced more than 34 million tons of steel in 2013.
Valbruna Slater Stainless Inc. (VSSI), formerly Slater Steels Fort Wayne Specialty Alloys Division, was acquired by Acciaierie Valbruna in 2004. This North American manufacturing facility produces stainless steel and nickel alloy long round bars in a variety of sizes, grades, finishes and thermal treatments.
“Indiana’s ability to attract and bolster manufacturing investment reinforces the Hoosier State’s global reputation as a bedrock for business growth,” said Victor Smith, Indiana Secretary of Commerce. “Valbruna Slater Stainless knows there is a world of options when it comes to where to expand, and it chose Indiana. With our strong workforce and low tax climate, the Hoosier State proves to be a state that works for manufacturing.”
Valbruna Slater Stainless, which currently employs approximately 105 full-time Indiana associates, has already begun hiring for general production, industrial maintenance, machining, engineering, business administration, marketing and material science positions. Interested applicants may apply directly with the company or through Peoplelink Staffing and Express Employment Professionals.
“We chose to continue investing in Indiana because Fort Wayne is strategically positioned in the Midwest that represents about 35 percent of the U.S. market, and it is well-served with proper infrastructure,” said Massimo Amenduni, managing director at Acciaierie Valbruna. “Moreover, we have access to a vast pool of skilled labor, a factor that is paramount in today’s competitive market. Last but not least, the business environment in Fort Wayne in particular, and in Indiana more in general, is conducive to growth as our recent history is clearly indicating.”
Founded in 2004, Valbruna Slater Stainless is a producer of stainless steel and nickel alloy bars available in a variety of different shapes, which are sold to companies in industries including aerospace, automotive and industrial equipment manufacturers, as well as companies in power generation, chemical processing, construction and the biomedical industry.
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation offered Valbruna Slater Stainless, Inc. up to US$450,000 in conditional tax credits and up to $150,000 in training grants based on the company's job creation plans. These tax credits are performance-based, meaning until Hoosiers are hired, the company is not eligible to claim incentives. Allen County will consider additional incentives at the request of Greater Fort Wayne, Inc.
“Fort Wayne continues to be a leader in economic development, business growth, job retention, and new jobs,” said Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry. “Valbruna Slater Stainless is a valuable partner in our efforts to be a City that invests in the future. Our community is on the move in a positive direction with unprecedented momentum.”
According to the American Iron and Steel Institute, Indiana has topped the nation in steel production every year since 1980. The Great Lakes region of Indiana and the Chicago area produced more than 34 million tons of steel in 2013.
Valbruna Slater Stainless Inc. (VSSI), formerly Slater Steels Fort Wayne Specialty Alloys Division, was acquired by Acciaierie Valbruna in 2004. This North American manufacturing facility produces stainless steel and nickel alloy long round bars in a variety of sizes, grades, finishes and thermal treatments.
