PROSPERITY, S.C. (News release) -- Georgia-Pacific continues its investment in its plywood mill located in Prosperity, South Carolina through $14 million worth of upgrades and improvements to mill operations. One of the major focuses of this project will be to upgrade the existing boiler, which will increase fuel efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and help boost the local economy through the jobs the project will create during the renovation.
"By enhancing the boiler at the mill, we are continuing to show our commitment to continuous improvement and our dedication to reinvesting in the mill, the town of Prosperity, and the surrounding community," said Kevin Livingston, plant manager for Georgia-Pacific's Prosperity Plywood Mill. "Along with this upgrade to the boiler, we are investing millions of dollars in other improvements across the mill. These improvements will help us focus on being an environmentally conscious, 21st century mill that continues to provide great jobs to people in our area."
Since 1975, Georgia-Pacific's Prosperity Plywood Mill has been operating in South Carolina as a leader in the building products industry. Throughout its history, there have been several improvements and investments to the mill to make sure that it stays competitive in today's formidable building products market. At the mill, Georgia-Pacific produces some of its flagship plywood products, such as Plytanium® Plywood and Ply-Bead®, sanded panels. These products are used by professionals and private builders in thousands of residential and commercial construction projects each year.
