Fluid Routing Solutions, Inc. Expands Lexington Facility
Investment Will Create 169 Local Jobs
02/26/2008
LEXINGTON, Tenn. – Fluid Routing Solutions, Inc. announced today it will expand its facility in Lexington, Tenn., investing $700,000 and creating 169 new jobs.
“This investment reflects the confidence that Fluid Routing Solutions has in the Lexington workforce and will benefit the Henderson County economy,” Governor Phil Bredesen said. “We have made it a goal to attract more of these skilled positions to the state and this expansion further solidifies Tennessee’s reputation as a center for automotive manufacturing excellence in the Southeast U.S.”Fluid Routing Solutions, based in Rochester Hills, Mich., is a leader in the transporting and routing of fluids, fuels and gases in vehicles. Its primary products are power steering components, extruded hoses and fuel fillers. It also manufactures various automotive fluid handling components.“Fluid Routing Solutions, Inc’s willingness to grow its investment in Tennessee is a testament to the reputation of our state’s business climate among growing companies,” said Matt Kisber, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. “Governor Bredesen and I appreciate the company’s commitment to Lexington and look forward to its continued growth and profitability.”This project, which is both an expansion and a retention project, preserves 307 jobs in addition to the 169 new positions.“Lexington’s excellent workforce and the commitment of the state and local officials to work with our company made this expansion a logical next step for Fluid Routing Solutions,” said Russell Williams, manager of the plant in Lexington. “We’re glad to be growing in this community, and we look forward to continued growth and prosperity.”“The Lexington community is very pleased with Fluid Routing’s decision to retain and expand jobs in Lexington,” said Lexington Mayor Bobby Dyer. “It has been a pleasure working with representatives from Commission Kisber’s office, along with other state officials, to bring this project to a successful conclusion.”
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development works routinely with and existing businesses to expand their presence in the state. For more information, visit www.tnecd.gov.