The facility represents an investment of over $32 million and is expected to create 108 new jobs over the next three years, strengthening Osceola's position as a growing steel industry hub.
The chosen location is the former Denso Manufacturing Arkansas plant in Osceola. Construction is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Fred Schwalbach, president of Merrill Steel, emphasized the strategic importance of the new facility, stating: "The addition of the Osceola facility will perfectly complement our existing operations, providing a high volume of quality manufactured and coated structural steel for our established customer base. We are overwhelmed by the support we are receiving from the State of Arkansas, the Osceola community, and the local steel industry."
