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Aermec breaks ground on new Illinois facility

Aermec North America has broken ground on its first U.S. manufacturing facility in DeKalb County, a $15 million project expected to create 30 full-time jobs and expand the company's North American operations. The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity joined company leaders and the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation at the groundbreaking, according to a community announcement. The facility will span more than 186,000 square feet and support production of climate control and energy management systems. Aermec North America manufactures heating, ventilation and air conditioning products and has served customers across the United States and Canada for more than two decades. The project adds to a series of manufacturing investments announced across Illinois, including projects involving Voortman Steel Machinery, Ability Engineering Technology, Combe and Hyundai Translead, according to the announcement. “Illinois is committed to fostering long-term economic growth by supporting industries and companies, like Aermec, that keep us competitive on a global scale,” DCEO Director Kristin Richards said. “Through initiatives like the EDGE program, we are empowering companies to invest in Illinois by creating quality jobs and strengthening our local economies.” New facility expected to boost regional economy Aermec said the expansion will increase its ability to manufacture climate

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