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Start-Up Manufacturer Will Invest $53M and Create 120 Jobs In NW Indiana

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Some 120 new jobs are headed to the region thanks to a start-up manufacturer establishing operations over the state line in Argos, Indiana, about 30 miles south of South Bend. They are using a spec-built building similar to one being planned by Cornerstone Alliance in Berrien County.

Sequel Wire and Cable, a start-up manufacturer, has announced plans to make a $53 million combined investment in a new manufacturing facility and production equipment that is expected to create up to 120 new jobs in the area.

Sequel will expand the existing 50,000 square foot spec building which was built in 2017 by Marshall County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) to 162,500 square feet during phase I of the planned investment. That facility will house manufacturing equipment capable of producing high quality wire and cable products to meet customer specifications and demands. It is anticipated that the facility will be operational in early 2020.

Sequel co-founder, James Merritt of Minneapolis, Minnesota, says “We appreciate the support shown by Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), the Town of Argos, MCEDC, and the Argos Economic Development Commission as we have put together our plans to make this investment. Sequel looks forward to becoming part of the Argos community and being able to give back to the community that has helped to make this business a reality.”

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George Null is the Council President for the town of Argos. He says, “These newly created jobs mean a lot and we value the expression of confidence in the way that we’re now attracting and supporting such advanced manufacturing operations.”

Jerry Chavez is President & CEO of the Marshall County Economic Development Corporation. He says, “When sophisticated operations like Sequel Wire and Cable make major investments—in this case in Argos and Marshall County—it makes a big difference to everyone who lives and wants to work here,” and adds, “We’re grateful to Sequel Wire and Cable. And when I say that, I speak for leaders who are intent on growth by creating the business-friendly environment that attracted Sequel to choose Marshall County to live, work and play.”

The Marshall County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) is the lead countywide economic development organization servicing Marshall County, the City of Plymouth, and the Towns of Argos, Bremen, Bourbon, Culver, and LaPaz. Their mission is to expand and diversify the economy of the county and its communities by fostering investment in new and existing businesses and creating entrepreneurial capacity.