Mudd-Ox Inc. to Expand
Mudd-Ox Inc. to Expand, Invest in New Manufacturing Equipment
Shipshewana, IN. (December 17, 2012) — Mudd-Ox Inc. and the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation, in conjunction with LaGrange County, are excited to announce the expansion of their facility north of Shipshewana, IN in LaGrange County.
Mudd-Ox Inc. and the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation, in conjunction with LaGrange County, are excited to announce the expansion of their facility north of Shipshewana, IN in LaGrange County.
Mudd-Ox Inc. is a manufacturer of both six and eight-wheeled and tracked all-terrain vehicles. The business was started by owner Matt Oxender in late 2005 after he saw the need for an improved recreational and commercial ATV. This project will consist of the purchase of a number of CNC and other various machinery and will support the creation of up to 3 new positions, as well as the retention of an current staffing levels.
The LaGrange County Council, at the request of the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation, approved the use of tax abatements on the investment into the new facility, estimated to be valued at around $125,000. Mudd-Ox also received a grant from the LaGrange County Investment Fund. "We are grateful for the support we receive and the partnership we have created LaGrange County and the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation," said Matt Oxender, President of Mudd-Ox, Inc. "We are happy to have supported Mudd-Ox as they grow their business in LaGrange County," said Jac Price, President of the LaGrange County Council. "They are a great business and produce a great product."
"Mudd-Ox Inc. is a valued partner in our community, and were very excited that they continue to expand their operations within LaGrange County," said Keith Gillenwater, President & CEO of the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation. "Mudd-Ox Inc.’s commitment to growing their company in LaGrange County is proof of the high quality workforce and community support that companies like Mudd-Ox Inc. receives from our LaGrange County communities. "
About the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation
The LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation, established in 2009, is a 501(c) 3 corporation designed to assist with business development needs. The LCEDC partners with local, regional, state, and federal agencies to attract, retain, and develop new businesses and entrepreneurs in LaGrange County and its communities. For more information about the LaGrange County EDC, please visit www.lagrangecountyedc.com or call us at 260.499.4994.
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