M&H Valve is investing $7.6 million in automated production systems at its Anniston manufacturing facility, focusing on advanced technology designed to improve efficiency, precision and production flow.
The investment brings the company’s total capital commitment to more than $19 million over the past year as the McWane Inc. division modernizes equipment and expands its capacity to produce critical water infrastructure components.
The new automated system will streamline operations, enhance equipment reliability and replace legacy machinery that had been in service for more than 20 years and was no longer supported.
The modernization effort reflects the company’s confidence in Alabama’s manufacturing workforce and its ability to compete in increasingly technical production environments.
Alabama Secretary of Commerce Ellen McNair praised the investment as evidence of the state’s growing advanced manufacturing sector. “M&H Valve’s continued capital commitments in Anniston demonstrate what happens when you combine cutting-edge manufacturing technology with a skilled, dedicated workforce,” McNair said. “These projects aren’t just about new equipment—they’re about positioning Alabama workers to lead in precision manufacturing and ensuring our state remains competitive in producing the infrastructure components that communities across America depend on.”
The $19 million investment strategy includes a previously announced $6.9 million expansion project that added new CNC equipment, blast machinery and expanded production space. The company also invested $4.9 million in 2025 to replace foundry equipment with advanced core-making and material handling systems, improving production reliability and reducing downtime.
“We are proud to see continued investment from M&H Valve and its operations here in Anniston,” said Mayor Ciara Smith-Roston. “This project demonstrates the strength of our workforce and the value of doing business in our community.”
Don Hopper, Executive Director of the Calhoun County Economic Development Council, emphasized the economic impact of the investments. “This level of investment reflects M&H Valve’s assurance in its Anniston workforce and the community,” Hopper said. “Their investments not only strengthen operational capabilities but also sustain high-quality jobs that offer long-term career opportunities for our workforce.”
Construction and installation timelines for the various projects are currently underway, with completion scheduled through 2026. The improvements will position the facility to support growing market demand while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and operational performance.
M&H Valve remains a cornerstone of McWane Inc.’s national manufacturing network, producing fire hydrants and water system components while sustaining a workforce of more than 320 employees. The Anniston facility’s combination of advanced automation and experienced local talent positions it to meet the infrastructure demands of communities nationwide.