3D-printing company to expand in York County

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3D Systems, a global additive manufacturing solutions company, is investing $13 million in a 100,000-square-foot expansion of its York County operations.

The expansion, to be completed in early 2022, is slated to create 50 jobs at plant.

“We’re excited to expand 3D Systems’ presence here at our headquarters in York County,” Jeffrey Graves, president and  CEO of 3D Systems, said in a news release. “We look forward to enhancing our facilities and growing our workforce to not only accelerate our innovation but to contribute to the economic development of Rock Hill and South Carolina.”

The company, founded in 1986, helped bring three-dimensional printing to the manufacturing industry. The company serves the health care, aerospace, defense, automotive and durable good markets with additive manufacturing solutions including 3D printing, software and business services. Its advanced materials have applications including use in medical implants, space exploration and NASCAR.

"The expansion of 3D Systems further emphasizes that Rock Hill fosters an atmosphere in which businesses can thrive,” Rock Hill Mayor John Gettys said in the release. “We strive to build business relationships that lead to success for the community as a whole, offering more opportunities to our citizens. 3D Systems is on the cutting edge of technology, and we are proud they call Rock Hill home."

The investment will increase manufacturing capabilities at the Rock Hill facility, located at 333 Three D Systems Circle, with the construction of the new building.

“We are thrilled to see this long-standing industry leader continue to grow and evolve their advanced manufacturing operations,” York County Council Chair Christi Cox said in the release. “We are thankful to have 3D Systems in our community not only providing quality jobs but showcasing York County's strong manufacturing presence. This is great news for our county and our state.”