Feb. 20-RICHMOND – Governor Bob McDonnell today announced that Laminate Technologies (LamTech), a manufacturer of customized laminated panels and fabricated components, will invest in excess of $2 million

Governor McDonnell Announces 30 New Jobs in Henry County ~ Laminate Technologies to invest $2 million in manufacturing operation~ RICHMOND – Governor Bob McDonnell today announced that Laminate Technologies (LamTech), a manufacturer of customized laminated panels and fabricated components, will invest in excess of $2 million to establish an operation in Henry County, creating a minimum of 30 new jobs. The company is a supplier to many area kitchen cabinet manufacturers, and the Martinsville – Henry County location is strategically located to better serve its markets. Virginia successfully competed against North Carolina for the project. Speaking about today’s announcement, Governor McDonnell said, “This project is a great example of established companies attracting potential suppliers and building on an industry. With its first Virginia operation Laminate Technologies will supply regional cabinet manufacturers, adding to the already impressive wood products cluster in the Martinsville - Henry County area. The region continues to rebound economically, and I congratulate all involved on 30 jobs and a new corporate partner.� “We thank LamTech for choosing Virginia for its new Mid-Atlantic manufacturing operation,� said Jim Cheng, Virginia Secretary of Commerce and Trade. “Henry County was the right choice for the company, as it provides a strategic, convenient location and offers an available facility that meets the company’s needs. I have every confidence that the region will be a great fit, and look forward to the company thriving in the Commonwealth.�