CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Greyne Custom Wood Co. has begun operation in its new 12,600-square-foot plant here after relocating from Baltimore. Reid Meisner, president, said the move was based on a need for more space and the ability to accommodate new equipment for a more environmentally friendly manufacturing process.

“The new facility is working out great,” said Nicole Little, CEO. “We chose Charlotte because of its reputation for having a skilled and diverse work force and its pro-business environment, and made the move over the long holiday season, so we’ve had time to iron out the kinks and ensure productivity.”

The settling-in process included time needed to finish more than $1 million in renovations to the site—a major portion of which was spent on the purchase of a spray line and Supernova roll coat line designed to apply VOC-free finishes. Greyne will utilize the machines to apply eco-friendly oil finishes made by Woca.

“We were particularly impressed with Woca’s focus on developing environmentally friendly vegetable oil-based finishes that contain little to no VOCs,” Meisner explained. “The Superfici line will apply the products in an efficient, high-quality manner with decreased drying times, which will reduce turnaround time.”

The hardwood mill also outfitted its new plant with a specially designed dust collection system, which not only reduces the amount of dust created during the manufacturing process, but also ensures a higher-quality finish and safer work environment.

Currently the site employs 13 people— many of which transferred from Baltimore—but more are to be hired in the near future, Meisner noted.

For more information on Greyne, call 866.377.1904.