WOODS CROSS—A 61,000 square foot state-of-the art systems and automation manufacturing facility opened its doors last week in Woods Cross bringing a wide range of packaging and palletizing techniques. Premier Tech started operations mid-April and is now formally operational at 1894 W. 2425 South.

“This is double the size of our other operations in the greater Salt Lake area,” said Simon Roy, chief operating officer of Premier Tech Systems and Automation. “We found an existing plant and remodeled it. It’s the perfect size. The building was really old. Premier Tech gave it a new vibe.”

The company does rigid packaging, he said. “We’re involved in a lot of robotics. Six or 12 items are placed in a box then automation is used to close the box, seal it then it goes on the pallet. Automation of processes is what we’re really the master of.”

The original company started in 1901, he said. “Stone Pack was acquired and no longer exists. We do horticulture, PRO-MIX and peat moss. A portion of what we do can be dry, flakey, powdery and we can work with it. We fill the bags and palletize them.”

The city of Woods Cross has been instrumental in doing the renovation, said Roy. “It’s easier for sure. It’s a $1.1 billion (Canadian) company. That’s in Canadian dollars. We’re in most continents except Africa.”

Having facilities that allow us to better serve our markets and support our clients in their own successes is a priority for PremierTech, said Roy. “With this new state-of-the-art plant, we reaffirm our long term commitment toward this goal. We are pleased to establish ourselves in Woods Cross City. We have received a warm welcome and great support throughout the process.”

“This new facility, which has been doubled in size, will be able to undertake more projects and increase production for the United States,” said Dale J. Tortorich, operations director of the Woods Cross City plant for Premier Tech Systems and Automation in a statement.”It will also act as a distribution center for spare parts and equipment optimization.”

“Today, we gather to celebrate the opening of Premier Tech’s manufacturing facility in our city,” said Woods Cross Mayor Ryan Westergard at the ribbon cutting. “This significant investment demonstrates the appeal and potential our city holds for businesses seeking growth and success. We extend a warm welcome to Premier Tech and its team, acknowledging their confidence in our community as a strategic location for their operations. This partnership marks a pivotal step toward economic prosperity, job creation and enhanced opportunities for the residents of Woods Cross.”

“We anticipate growth,” said Roy. “We’ve grown in double digits every year and will continue to. There will be job creation as we grow in the next five years.”

This is a major statement for Premier Tech, he said. “We’re a Canadian company that is going into the U.S. markets. We want to be local – Americans serving with Americans – that’s the main reason we’re marketing heavily in the U.S.”