Doesn't it seem odd that a plant would close even though its been running since 1928. I believe we've had other recessions and such since 1928 but now its time to close? That's because the exodus of manufacturing jobs are going where labor is incredibly cheap. In order to stay competitive a company has to find cheap labor. Why is it cheap? Because its infinite. India has a billion people and China has 1.25 billion. The odd thing is I read far more often about the jobs going to China instead of India. Maybe China has fewer environmental regulations?

Inman Mills Inman, SC and Enoree, SC Textile manufacturer Inman Mills says a sluggish economy has forced the company to close its Riverdale Plant here, cutting 110 jobs. The closing of the yarn mill, which operated since 1928, is effective Aug. 26, the company said Tuesday. Inman Mills in January announced plans to close its Inman Plant and cut 120 jobs. The company currently has 519 workers at two plants in Enoree, 163 employees at its Saybrook Plant and corporate headquarters in Inman. Inman Mills produces fabrics for apparel, home furnishings and industrial markets. Approximate affected work force: 101-500 Source: Associated Press - June 26, 2001

-- Guy Daley (guydaley1@netzero.net), July 02, 2001