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A new 200,000-square-foot manufacturing center marks another major investment in York County, strengthening the region’s position as a growing manufacturing hub.
Rock Hill, South Carolina, continues to attract significant manufacturing investment, as global industrial manufacturer Atlas Copco expands its local footprint with the opening of a new facility expected to bring approximately 100 jobs to the area.
The company officially celebrated the opening of its newest facility on Wednesday, October 28, marking its fifth location in Rock Hill in approximately 30 years. Known as The Next USA, the 200,000-square-foot facility is located on Celriver Road and represents another significant milestone in the company’s long-standing commitment to the York County community.
The expansion is part of Atlas Copco Group’s broader investment in U.S. manufacturing, with a focus on increasing domestic production capabilities, strengthening supply chains and bringing manufacturing operations closer to customers.
At the Rock Hill location, Atlas Copco will begin assembling select models from its flagship Z range of oil-free air compressors. The facility will also support distribution, remanufacturing and aftermarket services.
Four Specialized Businesses Under One Roof
The new facility will bring together four Atlas Copco Group businesses: Atlas Copco Compressors, Edmac, BeaconMedaes and OriginAir.
Each operation will contribute to the facility’s broader manufacturing and customer support capabilities:
- Atlas Copco Compressors: Assembly of oil-free air compressors, including specialized equipment designed for industrial applications.
- Edmac: Distribution of original equipment manufacturer and aftermarket compressor parts.
- BeaconMedaes: Medical air and gas systems supporting hospitals and healthcare facilities.
- OriginAir: Remanufactured compressor equipment and related services.
The building was specifically designed to accommodate compressor assembly and includes a dedicated testing bay where equipment can be evaluated before shipment. Additional product lines are expected to move into the facility as operations expand.
Nearly 30 Years of Investment in Rock Hill
Atlas Copco’s relationship with Rock Hill dates back to 1997. Over the years, the company has steadily expanded its presence, establishing multiple operations that have contributed to the region’s manufacturing employment base.
Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys recognized the importance of the company’s continued investment, pointing to the community’s accessibility, workforce, training opportunities and business environment as factors that have helped attract and retain major employers.
The company’s earlier investment in the historic Lowenstein Building near downtown Rock Hill also played a role in bringing employees into the city’s central business district, supporting the area’s continued revitalization.
Today, Atlas Copco employs approximately 1,000 people throughout the Carolinas. Its existing Power Technique operation on Paragon Way employs more than 400 people, making it one of York County’s largest manufacturing employers.
Strengthening South Carolina’s Manufacturing Economy
The Rock Hill opening was part of Atlas Copco Group’s Expansion Week USA, held October 26–29, 2026. The coordinated initiative highlighted three major manufacturing investments across New York and South Carolina.
In addition to the Rock Hill facility, the company opened an expanded manufacturing operation in Voorheesville, New York, and a new 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Genesee County, New York, dedicated to advanced vacuum pump production for the semiconductor industry.
According to the company, these investments are designed to improve production capacity, shorten delivery timelines, strengthen domestic supply chains and better serve customers across key industrial markets.
For Rock Hill and the surrounding York County communities, the latest expansion brings more than additional manufacturing space. The anticipated 100 new positions represent new employment opportunities, continued investment in the local workforce and another indication of the region’s appeal to international manufacturers.
With five locations now established in Rock Hill, Atlas Copco’s latest expansion reinforces a nearly three-decade relationship with the community while positioning the company for its next chapter of growth in the United States.
Additional information: Learn more about Atlas Copco and its operations at www.atlascopco.com.
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