Picanol of America Inc. — a wholly owned subsidiary of Picanol Group, Belgium — recently opened its new headquarters at 65 Kitty Hawk Road in Greenville. More than 150 customers and guests attended the official inauguration ceremony and also celebrated Picanol's more than 50 years, presence in America.
The opening of the new headquarters in Greenville represents yet another milestone in Picanol's long history in the United States. The company is focused on sales of Picanol weaving machines and original Picanol spare parts and accessories, as well as machine repair and training services; and reports that there are more than 20,000 Picanol weaving machines installed in the United States.
The opening offered several presentations including Picanol's position in the global weaving machine marketplace, a review of available technologies, a focus presentation on technical fabrics, and tours and demonstrations in the new facility.
"In recent decades, both thanks to and in tandem with our American customers, we have constantly pushed our limits with regard to the performance and versatility of our weaving machines. And it was also due to the confidence and belief of our American customers that Picanol has been able to grow into the world leader that we are today," said Picanol Group Managing Director Luc Tack. "Furthermore, the successes achieved by Picanol in the United States over the past decades have undoubtedly paved the way for our expansion throughout the rest of the world. With our new headquarters in Greenville, we will make sure that we continue to deliver the very best weaving machines and the highest levels of service to our valued U.S. customers."
Following the sale of its Steel Heddle Division in September 2011, Picanol had to establish a new site in Greenville. In June 2012, Picanol of America acquired 18,500 square feet of space at the South Carolina Technology & Aviation Center (SC-TAC) to accommodate expanded sales, machine repair and spare parts operation that will serve its U.S. markets.
Picanol of America currently employs 19 people.
