ACI Services Inc. announces expansion in Cambridge
Pictured are Chad Brahler, President (left), and Joe Reiheld, VP of Engineering. (Photos by Michelle Waters)
ACI Services Inc., in collaboration with JobsOhio, Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE) and the Cambridge-Guernsey County Community Improvement Corporation, Tuesday announced an investment of over $245,000 to expand its facility in Cambridge, creating five new jobs.
A veteran-owned company, ACI Services manufactures reciprocating compressors and provides engineering solutions and performance software to the energy industry. ACI is the world’s largest supplier of custom-designed compression cylinders and has completed projects on six continents.
“Expanding into our new facility in Cambridge marks an exciting chapter for us,” said Chad Brahler, President ACI Services, Inc. “We’re not just investing in ACI infrastructure, but in the community of Cambridge. We look forward to the new growth opportunities this brings to ACI and to Cambridge.”
The expansion includes renovating unused and under-utilized portions of their Cambridge facility to accommodate the increased production required to fulfill new client contracts.
“We are excited ACI Services continues to invest and grow in Cambridge,” said Bill Arnett, Economic Development Director, Cambridge-Guernsey Community Improvement Corporation. “The company has facilities in other parts of the country, so their decision to invest here is a testament to our supportive local and state business climate.”
JobsOhio is supporting the company’s expansion with a $30,000 JobsOhio Grant, which promotes economic development, business expansion, and job creation by funding eligible projects. OhioSE helped the company through the process necessary to obtain assistance.
“We congratulate ACI Services on its expansion,” said OhioSE interim president, Katy Farber. “We love to see our local manufacturers grow their capacity and impact. We are pleased to be able to support their growth with a JobsOhio Grant.”
The Cambridge-Guernsey County CIC was created by the Guernsey County Commissioners in 1965 and designated by resolution to perform the economic development functions for the County, City of Cambridge, and Village of Byesville. It was joined in this function in 2000 by the creation of the Guernsey County Port Authority. Operating out of the same office with a common director and staff, the organizations are positioned to offer the best resources of each to help businesses locate or expand in Guernsey County.
Ohio Southeast Economic Development (OhioSE) is the JobsOhio Network Partner for southern, eastern and southeastern Ohio, providing economic development work and resources in 25 rural counties. Geographically the largest of the seven regions across the state, OhioSE partners closely with regional development districts, local economic development offices, state agencies and other entities to expand, retain and attract businesses in the counties they serve. Learn more at OhioSE.com.
JobsOhio, Ohio's private nonprofit economic development corporation, enhances company growth and personnel development through business attraction, retention and expansion across 10 competitive industry sectors. With a team of seasoned professionals, JobsOhio utilizes a comprehensive network to foster talent production in targeted industries and attract talent through Find Your Ohio. Collaborating with seven regional partners, including Dayton Development Coalition, Lake to River Economic Development, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, One Columbus, REDI Cincinnati, Regional Growth Partnership and Team NEO, JobsOhio delivers world-class customer service to provide companies with a competitive advantage. Learn more at www.jobsohio.com. Follow JobsOhio on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
Publisher's note: A free press is critical to having well-informed voters and citizens. While some news organizations opt for paid websites or costly paywalls, The Highland County Press has maintained a free newspaper and website for the last 25 years for our community. If you would like to contribute to this service, it would be greatly appreciated. Donations may be made to: The Highland County Press, P.O. Box 849, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133. Please include "for website" on the memo line.
