South Korean manufacturer to locate first U.S. facility in Morrison

Unitech North America, LLC officials announced the company will invest $30 million to locate its first U.S. facility in Morrison. In phase one of the project, Unitech will create 75 new jobs in Morrison with plans to grow through future expansions. The location will specialize in the production of thermal adhesives and battery compression pads for electric vehicle battery manufacturers across the Southeast as well as industrial adhesives and sealers for its automotive customers. Unitech North America, LLC is a subsidiary of Unitech Co., Ltd., which is headquartered in Ansan, South Korea, and is a leading manufacturer of adhesives and sealants. The expansion to Tennessee represents Unitech’s first location in the U.S. and will join the company’s other operations in Europe and Asia.