CAMDEN, SC – Denkai America, a subsidiary of Nippon Denkai, plans to expand operations here with a $14 million investment that will create 10 new jobs. The company manufactures electrodeposited copper foils for PCB, industrial and energy storage applications.
The expansion will increase the company’s capacity to meet growing demand into the energy storage market. This includes the modernization of the current manufacturing facility and the construction of additional factory space.
“Denkai America is excited by the opportunity to revitalize our manufacturing facility and prepare for growth into new markets," said Denkai America COO Michael Coll. "On behalf of our CEO, Dr. Nakajima, I would like to extend our gratitude to the business development teams from the state of South Carolina and Kershaw County. The investment to our facility is necessary for ensuring continued prosperity and the ability to create additional high-quality jobs in Camden.”
The expansion is expected to be completed by October 2022.