April 24, 2015 – London, Ontario – Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)
Starlim North America Corp. will be upgrading and expanding its manufacturing capabilities and services with the support of up to $4 million announced today by Minister of State (Science and Technology) Ed Holder.
FedDev Ontario's repayable contribution, through the Investing in Business Growth and Productivity initiative, is aimed at helping established businesses to expand their operations, invest in productivity improvements and compete globally.
Starlim North America Corp. manufactures silicone parts for use in the automotive, life sciences and industrial sectors. This project will support the company's plans to increase its manufacturing capabilities for these sectors and diversify into new sectors, such as food packaging, energy and electrical.
The company's project will include purchasing new, advanced manufacturing equipment and building an extension to its 70,000-square foot facility in London. The FedDev Ontario investment will allow the company to introduce new technologies that will boost the company's competitive standing and capacity to further diversify in global markets.
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