GreenSource Fabrication, an affiliate venture of Whelen Engineering, is set to expand its footprint in New Hampshire with a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for UHDI (Ultra High Density Interconnect) printed circuit boards (PCBs).
The New Hampshire Business Finance Authority (NHBFA) board unanimously approved a bond of up to $50,000,000 to support this project. The approval also involves the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) as a funding partner. The 98,000-square-foot facility will be built in Charlestown and focus on UHDI PCB manufacturing with cutting-edge, ecofriendly technologies to minimize waste and energy use.
This project marks a new chapter 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.
“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 NHBFA. “This facility will not only meet the growing demand for UHDI PCBs domestically but will also bring 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.”
With the expansion, GreenSource plans to retain 142 existing jobs and create an additional 50 to 100 jobs. In addition, Whelen and GreenSource 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 NHBFA 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.
