Aerofoam partners with JDI in Abbeville, SC
Hira Industries, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, opens its newest Aerofoam USA facility in Abbeville, SC! The Aerofoam ribbon cutting took place around 11 AM on July 29th with attendants from all over the Carolinas.
JDI Industrial Services, chosen from a competitive selection, is the turn-key mechanical contractor setting up the $11.5 million plant. Leading the facility is Thomas Cloarec, Plant Manager, with support from Prakash Sarvaiya, CEO, and Sandeep Patil, Operations Manager.
The facility ended construction in only six months, and then began working with JDI in March of 2025 to plan the installations.
Aerofoam will be manufacturing effective thermal insulation systems for B2B, small business owners, and commercial operators. The Abbeville facility will specifically produce the Aerofoam® Elastomeric Thermal Insulation tubes and panels for their consumers.
Aerofoam Ribbon Cutting and the partnership with Abbeville
For Abbeville and South Carolina, Aerofoam brings an increased partnership in revenue and growth. Aerofoam USA, a brand of the family-owned, international firm Hira Industries, announced plans in 2022 to establish its United States headquarters and operations in Abbeville County. The company’s $11.5 million investment will create 50 new jobs.
“Companies like Aerofoam USA are attracted to our state for our assets – a winning workforce, business-friendly environment, strategic East Coast location and much more,” says Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III.
“Aerofoam USA chose Abbeville County to establish its first U.S. manufacturing location, and I look forward to the company’s positive impact within the local community and beyond.”
The Aerofoam ribbon cutting event is not just fun, but understanding the values the Hira family shares with South Carolinians. They too believe that caring for those you call family is a big deal.
Sandeep Patil, Operations Manager for the company, states firmly that, “we believe in being loyal to our customers and to our employees and family. Our people who work for the company are treated very well because this is a true family that sticks together.”
People from Abbeville and the surrounding area have come from all backgrounds to celebrate this occasion. Locals such as Lander University, Abbeville County Economic Development Partnership, JDI Industrial Services, and more join together to welcome the new Aerofoam facility.
WHY JDI and Abbeville?
JDI Industrial Services turn-key mechanical contractors play a critical role in the surrounding manufacturing industries in Abbeville County. Naturally, we provide seamless integration of mechanical systems; bring millwright experts; and connect the various electrical and piping systems for productions and processes.
Why? Because we believe in passionate, superior service. It’s what we do when no one is watching, and what is apparent when someone is. Our reputation for giving our best and brightest in Abbeville to solve our partners problems is what keeps us coming back for more.
We contribute significantly to the functionality and safety of local facilities and their production lines. This impact is felt in both new constructions and retrofit projects. We are also able to connect clients with the right supplier network to get their project correctly supplied and budgeted, and properly underway.
The Company is growing
Hira Industries and its Aerofoam brands are continuing expansion. The company seeks to increase its holdings across the world in other markets to provide customers more options. Just this past year, Operations Manager Sandeep Patil created a new manufacturing facility in Vietnam similar to the one in Abbeville.
This venture allows the company to provide better access to their high-quality products. Concurrently, the Vietnam operation provides the advantage of shipping routes between China, India, Australia, Japan, and its other neighbors.
With offices in 30 countries, 16 production units and a well-trained workforce of 1500 team members, Hira Industries believes in sensible progress. This Aerofoam ribbon cutting event is just the beginning for the USA and the Carolinas.
Abbeville County Council Chairman Billy Norris says that, “Abbeville County is proud to welcome Aerofoam USA to our community. Our strong workforce, geography and quality of living make Abbeville County one of the most attractive rural communities in the Southeast for business and residents.
With a big smile, he adds that, “we’re excited to embark on this journey with Aerofoam USA and everything the future holds for our partnership.”
The history of Hira
Witnessing the fast pace of development in the 1980, Mr. Ramesh Hira, HVAC Engineer from India, founded Hira Traders LLC in the UAE, with a strategic objective of distributing HVAC utility products in the Middle East.
According to Mr. Ramesh Hiranandani, the philosophy of business should be primarily people oriented. People within the organization are the true ambassadors for the brand they represent. Truly to Mr. Hira, human engagement is one of the key areas for Hira and Aerofoam USA’s success.
Sadly, exactly one year ago from the date of this grand opening, Mr. Ramesh Hira passed away and the world lost a great family leader.
Today, the Hira Group continues on as a pioneer and leader across MENA such as HVAC, MEP, Civil Construction, Infrastructure, Aluminum, Glass, Marine, Commercial, Residential and Industrial projects.
In the past four decades, Hira Group has successfully emerged and expanded its activities in trading and customer base in GCC, India, Southeast Asia, Americas, Australia, New Zealand and Africa.
Overall, the company exemplifies the success of a true enterprise starting from the visionary acumen to breaking newer grounds and excelling at every given instance, from the project conception to execution, and proven time and again.
Committed to world-class quality and manufacturing, his sons Manish and Girish carry on his legacy of taking care of families and clients alike with respect and care.
JDI Industrial services: Proven results
Choosing the right contractor is crucial for project success. Start by evaluating their experience and past projects; talk to past clients and ask for referrals. A proven track record with industrial mechanical work, piping, fabrication, and project management is indicative of success. Related industries projects often indicates reliability and expertise.
We are a licensed mechanical contractor that can operates across the Southeast, and we gladly serve Abbeville County manufacturing facilities. The ability to get the right people can give you the results you’re looking for is what we do.
Concurrently, communication skills and customer service are important. As a contractor who communicates effectively, we can address concerns promptly. This helps in maintaining a clear and quicker process, and keeps everyone safe on our jobsites.
Good feedback from our clients is exactly what we encourage new customers to seek. We also have partners such as Keith Henry and Lori who believe in JDI’s capabilities.
We at JDI continue to be the area’s best turn-key contractor in the manufacturing sectors. If you are interested in learning more about the Aerofoam Abbeville SC production facility, visit their contact page.
