Acumen to establish 90,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Sumner County, initially creating 50 jobs
(UCBJ) – Global toothbrush and oral care manufacturer Acumen plans to establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility in Tennessee, investing $20.2 million in a Sumner County project expected to initially create 50 jobs, according to the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD).
The 90,000-square-foot facility will manufacture American-made toothbrushes and oral care products for U.S. consumers while exporting products throughout North, Central and South America.
Acumen, which designs its own production equipment and molds, produces approximately 500 million toothbrushes annually.
“International companies recognize Tennessee’s business-friendly climate, skilled workforce and quality of life. I’m grateful to Acumen for selecting the Volunteer State as its first U.S. location and am confident these 50 jobs will create greater opportunity for Tennesseans across our state for years to come,” said Gov. Bill Lee.
Founded in Taiwan in 1976, Acumen is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The company operates highly automated production facilities in Taiwan, China and Vietnam.
“As Acumen celebrates its 50th anniversary, choosing Sumner County for our first U.S. manufacturing facility marks a defining milestone in our history. Our goal is to make our Tennessee plant the world’s largest and most important manufacturing center for toothbrushes and oral care products. This $20.2 million investment reflects our long-term commitment to the U.S. market — bringing high-quality, affordable, American-made toothbrushes and oral care products to American consumers, while serving markets across North, Central and South America from Tennessee. We are also deeply grateful to Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee team he leads. Our meetings with them in Taiwan gave us a clear understanding of, and strong confidence in, Tennessee’s outstanding investment environment, which accelerated our decision to invest in Tennessee,” said Acumen Chairman David Huang.
Photo via the State of TN.
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