New Hampshire, January 15, 2025 – The New Hampshire Executive Council has approved a $50 million bond facilitated through the New Hampshire Business Finance Authority to support GreenSource Fabrication’s new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Charlestown.
This milestone was achieved through the collaborative efforts of the New Hampshire Business Finance Authority (BFA) and the Department of Business and Economic Affairs (BEA), with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) also serving as a key funding partner. The partnerships mean that GreenSource Fabrication, a subsidiary of Whelen Engineering, will be able to expand manufacturing for UHDI (Ultra High-Density Interconnect) printed circuit boards (PCBs).
“Supporting Whelen Engineering and GreenSource in establishing a world-class facility here in Charlestown is an exciting step for New Hampshire’s manufacturing sector,” stated James Key-Wallace, Executive Director of the BFA. “This facility will not only meet the growing demand for UHDI PCBs domestically but will also bring up to 100 new, high-quality jobs to Sullivan County. We are proud to partner with Whelen Engineering in this venture, which benefits our community, state, and national security.”
“This collaboration between the BFA and BEA highlights how New Hampshire’s public-private partnerships are driving innovative economic opportunities for the state,” said Taylor Caswell, Executive Director of the BEA. “Working together, we’ve set the foundation for an advanced manufacturing hub that benefits both our economy and national security.”
The 98,000-square-foot facility will be located in Charlestown and will focus on UHDI PCB manufacturing using cutting-edge eco-friendly technologies to minimize waste and energy consumption.
This project marks a significant milestone for Whelen Engineering, whose subsidiary, GreenSource, will occupy the new facility. GreenSource, launched in 2019 and an industry leader in sustainable UHDI PCB production, received a $46.2 million grant from the DoD to enhance its capabilities in defense-sector UHDI PCB manufacturing. These funds will be allocated toward advanced manufacturing equipment for the new facility, with the goal of boosting production quality, supporting national security initiatives, and diversifying GreenSource’s client base.
With the expansion, GreenSource plans to retain 142 existing jobs and create an additional 50 to 100 jobs. In addition to creating local employment, Whelen and GreenSource actively collaborate with New Hampshire high schools and colleges to recruit new talent, providing students with internship and full-time opportunities in the fast-evolving field of UHDI PCB manufacturing.
“This facility represents a monumental investment in the future of American manufacturing,” stated Ashish Jain, CEO of GreenSource Fabrication. “Our partnership with the BFA and the DoD underscores our shared vision for innovation, security, and sustainability. The eco-friendly technologies integrated into the new facility are not only good for the environment but are essential to our long-term success and growth.”
GreenSource has pioneered sustainable UHDI PCB production methods, including a proprietary wastewater treatment system that recycles nearly all water used during production and minimizes waste discharge. Through closed-loop systems, the facility reuses each gallon of water 30-40 times, achieving an impressive environmental efficiency.
Founded in 1952, Whelen Engineering has grown from its humble beginnings in Connecticut to become a global leader in emergency warning systems. The company is known for its unwavering commitment to reliability and quality, designing, sourcing, and manufacturing its products in America. Whelen’s mission is to protect those who protect and serve others by making reliable products that people can depend on when lives are on the line.
As Whelen Engineering and GreenSource expand their capabilities in New Hampshire, the state is further establishing itself as a hub for advanced manufacturing, supporting both economic growth and national interests.
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