Company Builds $7 Million Laboratory
The 11,000-square-foot facility will provide the space required to advance product development and pilot new formulations within the company’s core markets.
Haviland Enterprises, Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of specialty and commodity chemistry, in partnership with Erhardt Construction and Progressive A&E, announced the launch of its new laboratory on Ann St. in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The 11,000-square-foot facility will provide the space required to advance product development and pilot new formulations within the company’s core markets. The company is pursuing growth in the water treatment market as water conservation efforts expand nationally.
“Our new lab is not only an investment in Haviland’s technical capabilities, it also offers new value to our customers, opening the door for further innovation in our target markets of water treatment, surface finishing and contract manufacturing,” says Rob Pawson, V.P. of Haviland Products Co.
“The new laboratory will allow us to attract West Michigan’s top talent,” says Meg Post, Haviland Enterprises Inc. pPresident and CEO. “These technical laboratory positions are critical for the growth of Haviland and provide a variety of career paths throughout our organization.”
The $7 million facility is set to be complete and in full operation in 2025.
