Altec Breaks Ground for New Green-Focused Facility

August 9, 2011 – Altec Industries, Birmingham, Ala., announced plans for a green-focused facility in Dixon, Calif., 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.

 

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 received significant guidance and support on the development of the new green-focused facility from two of its customers—Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (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 facility. The Green Fleet vehicles provide a safer work environment for utility crews, significantly reduce emissions, and lower vehicle operating costs while extending vehicle life.