Emerson Completes First Phase of Multimillion-Dollar Compressor Plant Investment
ST. LOUIS — Emerson announced it has completed the first phase of upgrades to its plant in Rushville, Indiana, totaling nearly $8 million. The upgrades began in 2015 and have allowed the company to enhance its Copeland® compressor remanufacturing capabilities while strengthening its OEM manufacturing operations. Since 2013, Emerson has invested $13 million in the plant.
Since 2015, Emerson has installed three Okuma machining centers with an auto-load system for remanufacturing, converted to cellular assembly with various compressor sizes on one line, installed a new parts washing process with state-of-the-art filtration, and made additional facility upgrades to help prevent operational disruptions and enhance safety. These facility upgrades help Emerson meet customers’ increased needs for flexibility, offering compressors ranging from ¼ to 40 hp with tighter tolerances, while also improving processes for more efficient, faster operations.