EnerSys Powers Up in Sumter County
Ever feel like your county could use a little extra juice? Sumter’s getting it, courtesy of EnerSys. The global battery and energy tech company is investing $6.7 million into its Corporate Way facility, and this isn’t some short-term play. It’s a serious expansion that brings new jobs, more battery production, and fresh momentum for Sumter’s manufacturing scene.
It’s also a sign that when it comes to the energy game, Sumter’s not just in the mix. We’re building what’s next with the people and infrastructure to back it up.
What is EnerSys Building—and Why Here?
EnerSys makes the kind of batteries that power warehouses, hospitals, and backup systems when the lights go out. They’ve been operating in Sumter since the ’70s, and now they’re adding 34,000 square feet to their plant to keep up with demand for lithium and TPPL (Thin Plate Pure Lead) battery products.
South Carolina is quickly becoming a key player in the battery supply chain. With a $1.3 billion lithium processing facility already underway in Chester County and a growing cluster of clean energy investments across the state, Sumter is in prime position to support that momentum. Add in a $100,000 grant from the state’s Rural Infrastructure Fund, and this expansion feels less like a leap—and more like the next logical step.
What It Means for You (and Your Cousin’s Neighbor’s Friend...)
- Jobs you can zip to: Fourteen new roles are on the way. Not remote. Not across the state. Right here in Sumter.
- Your lunch spot wins, too: More shifts mean more foot traffic. Good news for the sandwich shops, supply stores, and small businesses that keep everything running behind the scenes.
- Sumter’s not just in the picture—it’s part of the plan: Companies like EnerSys could expand anywhere. The fact that they chose to grow right here speaks volumes about the local workforce—and keeps Sumter in the conversation when it comes to the future of clean tech.
Rooted in Sumter, Wired for Growth
It’s advanced battery tech for industrial power systems. It’s a $6.7 million investment staying in Sumter. And EnerSys proof that a global company sees real value in what this county brings to the table.
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