ABB Inc., a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, has established a new manufacturing facility in Columbia, South Carolina. This facility produces EV chargers, including those compliant with the Buy America Act, to meet the growing demand for EV charging infrastructure in the United States.
Key Details
Location: 1000 Technology Drive, West Columbia, SC (CAE Industrial Park)
Investment: $4 million
Production Capacity: Up to 10,000 chargers per year
Job Creation: More than 100 new jobs
Products: DC fast chargers ranging from 20kW to 180kW in power
Major Milestones
September 2022: Project announcement
January 20, 2023: Production of EV chargers commenced
June 28, 2023: U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm toured the facility
Current Status (as of October 28, 2024)
Facility is fully operational and producing EV chargers
Manufacturing Terra 184 DC fast chargers, which are NEVI-ready and meet FHWA Build America, Buy America requirements
Chargers produced at this facility are already being installed along American highways
ABB E-mobility is working with manufacturing partner Flex to meet strong U.S. demand
Future Outlook
The facility supports ABB's commitment to the U.S. e-mobility sector
Production aims to reduce delivery and lead times for DC fast-chargers in the U.S.
Supports various federal initiatives, including the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program
Part of ABB's larger $170 million investment across seven U.S. states
This manufacturing facility plays a crucial role in ABB's strategy to support the growing e-mobility economy in the United States and contribute to the country's clean energy transition.