Italian-based HVAC company Aermec North America has broken ground on its first U.S. manufacturing site in DeKalb, state officials announced.
The company's $15 million investment will support the development of a facility of more than 186,000 square feet and create 30 new full-time jobs in the DeKalb region, according to the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.
The DCEO joined Aermec North America leadership and the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation for the groundbreaking. The facility will support the production of climate control and energy management system products.
"Aermec chose to locate its first U.S. manufacturing site right here in DeKalb, which reaffirms Illinois' position as a top destination for manufacturers and job creators looking to do business in America," said Gov. JB Pritzker.
Luca Martini, managing director of Aermec North America, said the company's decision to invest in Illinois was driven by the state's support and collaboration. The company has served customers across the U.S. and Canada for more than 20 years.
Melissa Amedeo, executive director of the DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation, said the company chose DeKalb following a competitive search that included sites across multiple states.
The project was supported by the state's Economic Development for a Growing Economy, or EDGE, agreement with Aermec.
State Sen. Sue Rezin welcomed the company to DeKalb, saying the facility will bring good-paying jobs to the area.