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Vanair will manufacture vehicle-mounted air compressors and generators in the facility. County Council President Jerry Cooley said Vanair is committed to retaining and creating some 60 new jobs paying above average wages over the next three years. "It's a great opportunity for the county to get more jobs," Cooley said. Vanair Manufacturing has been at its present location on U.S. 12 just west of New Buffalo since it was founded in 1972. Kokot bought the company in 1997. He said the 48-employee company manufactures vehicle-mounted air compressors and its major market is utility companies. The start of construction marks an investment of 2.6 million dollars in building and machinery in the county. The new plant will increase production by doubling its current space and reconfiguring process flow. Michigan City Mayor Charles Oberlie said, “The Vanair project is an example of what can happen when we work together as a county. Everyone involved can be proud of the coordinated effort that resulted in this new industrial development.” |
Vanair Manufacturing, Incorporated began construction of its new, 60,000 square foot, manufacturing plant on August 17 on County Road 300 South near Michigan City. Greg and Ralph Kokot, Kokot Brothers Development owners, were on hand with officials from La Porte County, Michigan City and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) to celebrate. Greg Kokot President of Vanair said “We’re certainly very excited about the move to the Michigan City area, and this new direction and location will give Vanair the opportunity to grow and expand our business.” Ralph Kokot, CEO of Vanair Manufacturing, said “the economic incentives offered to move his company from Michigan to LaPorte County made the project possible.” |
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