Altec Industries Breaks Ground For New Green-Focused Facility

Dixon, CA, July 28, 2011—Altec Industries formally announced plans today for a green-focused facility in Dixon, CA, during a special groundbreaking ceremony at the new plant site. The brand new facility will feature state-of-the-art sustainable construction and exceed Title 24 energy and lighting codes. In addition, Altec plans to use the facility to expand the development and production of its Green Fleet utility vehicle product line.

Plans call for Altec to create a significant number of new jobs for workers upon opening of the facility. Additional jobs may eventually be added based on production growth and the expanded use of Green Fleet equipment in California and surrounding regions.

“Altec is committed to sustainable solutions,” said Lee Styslinger III, Altec Chairman and CEO. “That commitment to sustainability is reflected not only in the products we build, but also in the facilities where we build them. We are genuinely excited about expanding our capabilities and presence in California to better serve and support the growing needs of our customers on the West Coast. In addition, we are pleased to be bringing jobs and economic growth to the region.  Altec is also committed to helping rebuild a strong manufacturing base in the U.S. and our new green-focused facility in California is a reflection of that commitment.”

Altec received significant guidance and support on the development of the new green-focused facility from two of its customers – Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) and Southern California Edison. In addition, PG&E and Altec are partnering to develop innovative, technologically advanced Green Fleet utility vehicles which will be produced at the new Dixon, CA facility. The Green Fleet vehicles provide a safer work environment for utility crews, significantly reduces emissions, and lowers vehicle operating costs and while extending vehicle life.

Altec is a leading equipment and service provider for the electric utility, telecommunications, and contractor markets. The company provides products and services in more than 100 countries throughout the world. 

Contact:
Mark Wegel
205 408-8048 (office)
205 335-0675 (cell)
mwegel@altec.com
www.altec.com
www.altecgreenfleet.com

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