Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. (SETi), a global supplier of ultraviolet light emitting diodes (UV LEDs), will expand its operations in Richland County, SC. The $ 55 million investment will create 40 new jobs.
“We are excited to celebrate the successes, innovations and developments that have provided us with the opportunity to expand our operations in Columbia, South Carolina,” said SETi CEO Chae Kim. “SETi would not be a world leader in the UV LED industry without the hard work and dedication of our employees. We are looking forward to expanding our talented team and are very optimistic about our future in South Carolina. ”
Founded in 1999, SETi manufactures and sells UV LED products for curing, sterilization, sensors, biomedical devices and home appliances applications. In the past 20 years, SETi’s technology has evolved through continuous investments in the development of UV LEDs in the 200 nanometer (nm) to 400 nm range. Currently, the company’s UV LED products are being incorporated into HVAC units to disinfect the air and reduce allergens. The technology was adopted by the RGF company in the United States and other HVAC manufacturers around the world. Through this and other applications, SETi aims to contribute to reducing the spread of COVID-19.
“We work every day not only to recruit new businesses for South Carolina, but also to look after our existing companies, like SETi,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “Richland County and our entire state have a real reason to celebrate today, as SETi’s growth and investment offer more opportunities for the people of South Carolina.”
Located in Columbia, SC, SETi’s expansion will be implemented in several phases. The first phase is underway and will increase SETi’s production capacity tenfold, in addition to supporting the company’s growth strategy in the short term. The second phase of expansion will upgrade the facility to include a much larger, automated clean room with state-of-the-art semiconductor equipment and allow for continued capacity growth. The total expansion is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2022.
“It’s always good to see a company like SETi build on its success in South Carolina,” said South Carolina Department of Commerce secretary Bobby Hitt. “Ads like this show the diversity of our business climate, and we couldn’t be happier with this company and its growth.”
The South Carolina Economic Development Coordination Council awarded Richland County a $ 250,000 Set-Aside grant for project-related costs.
“The city council is excited to see Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. investing in our community and adding new jobs after being an employer here since the early 2000s,” said Richland City Council President Paul Livingston. “Their growth demonstrates how companies can succeed here in Richland County.”
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