COLUMBIA, S.C. – 84 Lumber, included on Forbes list of America’s largest private companies, Wednesday announced it has selected Clarendon County to establish the company’s second component plant in South Carolina. The $13.4 million investment will create 78 new jobs.
84 Lumber’s new operation, located at 2678 Ram Bay Road in Manning, will be used as a floor and roof truss manufacturing facility.
“We’re thrilled to be opening our new component plant in Manning, South Carolina. This facility is an investment in both the future of the company and the local community,” said 84 Lumber Vice President of Installed Sales and Manufacturing Ken Kucera. “We’re bringing a dedicated workforce and cutting-edge technology. We’re excited for the bright future as we continue to grow.”
“84 Lumber’s decision to invest $13.4 million in South Carolina is another victory for our state’s thriving business community. We are proud to welcome the company to Clarendon County and look forward to the positive impact it will have in the years ahead,” said Gov. Henry McMaster.
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“There’s no better way to mark the end of summer than by welcoming a new business to Clarendon County. The arrival of 84 Lumber not only bolsters our manufacturing sector but also reinforces our forestry industry,” said Clarendon County Council Chairman Dwight L. Stewart Jr.
• Founded in 1956, 84 Lumber is a provider of building materials, manufactured components, and industry-leading services for single and multifamily residences and commercial buildings.
• The company operates 320 facilities nationwide and offers installation services for framing, insulation, siding, windows, roofing, decking and drywall.
• The new operation will be the company’s second truss plant in South Carolina, focusing on coastal Carolina markets in Savannah, Charleston, Myrtle Beach and the surrounding areas.
• The company’s first component plant in the state was announced in December 2023 and is located in Lugoff.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job development credits related to the project. The council also awarded a $200,000 Rural Infrastructure Fund grant to Clarendon County to assist with the costs of building improvements.
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