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ADS expansion moves forward
19 Feb 2022
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FAIRMONT– One Fairmont business is about to expand its footprint. Advanced Drainage Systems’s $15 million project will include an additional 14 acres of land and add 30,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space and 20 jobs over the next five years.
ADS is a leading global manufacturer of water management products and solutions for commercial, residential, infrastructure and agricultural applications. It currently has a 39,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Fairmont’s industrial park and employs 75 people from Martin County and beyond.
The Fairmont Economic Development Authority (FEDA) coordinates and administers economic development initiatives for the City of Fairmont, MN. It serves as a comprehensive and premier resource for businesses seeking to startup, grow and locate in the area. FEDA’s priorities include business retention and expansion, financing, workforce development, recruitment, site development, housing and business startup. FEDA prides itself as a growing resource for Fairmont, MN news.
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