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Industrial Project Update

EFP Expands Operations with $31.5 Million Investment in Lee County, South Carolina

Project Status Under Development / Expansion Announced
Estimated Cost $31.5 million
Project Type Manufacturing Facility Expansion
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Project Overview

Engineered Foam Packaging (EFP), a leading manufacturer of high-volume molded foam products, fabrication solutions, and cold chain packaging systems, is expanding its operations in Lee County, South Carolina, through a $31.5 million investment. The project includes a major expansion of the company’s existing manufacturing facility in Bishopville, significantly increasing production capacity for expanded polystyrene (EPS) and expanded polypropylene (EPP) solutions used across multiple industries.

Project Description

Introduction:

EFP (Engineered Foam Packaging), a leading manufacturer specializing in high-volume molding, fabrication, and cold chain solutions, is expanding its operations in Lee County, South Carolina.

Features:

EFP's expansion includes a 200,000-square-foot addition to its existing facility at 277 Browntown Road in Bishopville, significantly increasing production capacity for advanced expanded polystyrene (EPS) and expanded polypropylene (EPP) solutions.

EFP is excited about the significant expansion of our Bishopville facility, adding 200,000 square feet to support the growing demand for our high-quality solutions in protective packaging, automotive applications, and the cold chain industry. This expansion strengthens our ability to drive innovation and deliver exceptional products to our customers.

With a $31.5 million investment, the project will create 57 new jobs, reinforcing EFP’s commitment to growth and innovation in protective packaging, automotive applications, and cold chain solutions. The expanded facility is set to begin operations in April 2026, supporting rising demand and welcoming new talent to the team.

https://www.efppackaging.com/

Key Project Details

Location
South Carolina
Company
EFP (Engineered Foam Packaging)
Industry
Protective Packaging, Automotive Components & Cold Chain Solutions
Equipment
EPS and EPP Molding Equipment, Foam Processing Systems
Application
Protective Packaging, Automotive Applications, Cold Chain Packaging Solutions
Project Phase
Expansion Under Development; Operations Expected April 2026