Heil Trailer to expand Athens operations

Heil Trailer International officials announced the company is expanding its manufacturing operations in Athens, investing $9.8 million and creating 18 new jobs. The investment follows the securement of a 10-year U.S. Department of the Army contract for the company’s tactical fuel distribution system and comprises the construction of a new warehousing space, state-of-the-art automated paint and welding systems that will create new opportunities for automation technicians, new testing area, and an expanded welding and training school. Founded in 1901 as the Heil Rail Joint Welding Company, the company is now part of the EnTrans International family of brands. The Athens facility has been home to Heil Trailer since 1977.