- 32 miles from Franklin County
- Created to provide an economic development initiative that focuses
on attracting companies doing world-class research and development in
growing scientific areas
- Offers companies the resources of the Triangle's 3 premier universities
- Encompasses 6,800 acres & employs over 33,000 area residents
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| Internationally Recognized |
- North Carolina's Research Triangle area is recognized internationally
as a successful model for regional economic development
- Creates and supports an outstanding environment for business
- Franklin County boasts cutting-edge manufacturers engaged in the production
of plastics, enzymes, software, and metal products.
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- Franklin County offers the benefits of the nearby Raleigh-Durham metropolis
without the high costs
- Industrial activities in the county include:
- Plastics
- Telecommunication
- Shipping Containers
- Restaurant equipment
- Circuit Board Assembly
- Blueprinting machinery
- Wooden Office furniture
- Processing of eggs & food
- Production of food - grade enzymes
- Operation of several lumber & pulpwood mills
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- NC's industrial training services provides a production work force
according to the specific skills required
- Nearly 8,000 individuals have been trained for specific jobs in new
& expanding industries & existing industries in the area
- Financed completely and solely by the state of North Carolina
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